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Fitness trainer-turned-retail entrepreneur Angela Lapi puts a spunky spin on fashion favorites in her online boutique, Angela’s Runway. The site’s stock—including well-loved brands like Velvet and Joie, plus niche lines like Old Gringo Boots and Kippy’s Belts - is edited for versatility and comfort. The boutique’s mission is to carry women from Starbucks runs post-early-morning treadmill routines to late-night martinis with minimal effort, amping up sex appeal without homogenizing personal style. For girlie girls, black-and-gold-sequined slipdresses and coral cashmere tunics are must-haves all year-round; for laid-back chicas, teal python cowboy boots and Antik Denim’s skinny cords provide the perfect gear for a shopping adventure; and loads of posh tracksuits appeal to ladies who lounge. Studded leather, crystal embellishments, a hell of a lot of tropical colors, and soft, body-loving designs are inspired by the bold Florida gals who pack the beaches and bars of West Palm Beach, where the site is based. Nevertheless, Angela’s Runway is a hit with all types of women on all types of budgets: Though the prices can get up there (particularly on heels and the embellished pieces), the Clearance Corner offers amazing deals on labels you love, from Michael Stars to Earnest Sewn.
To receive your 20 percent discount on any order at Angela’s Runway, enter “Adore20” in the promotional code section at checkout.
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November 24, 2008 9:00 AM by Store Adore | COMMENTS
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If cultivating a truly fresh boutique is an art form, Manhattanite founder Jeanette Silvestri has talent worthy of the Sorbonne—proven well both in her site’s delicious design and its impeccable selection. Having combed the over-saturated design world for boutique favorite labels and pieces worthy of our wardrobes, her site serves a feast of covetable items by beloved names like Amanda Uprichard, Yumi Kim and Lauren Moshi. In addition to its core selection of jeans, jackets and cocktail dresses, Manhattanite attends to the rest of our sartorial needs with departments dedicated to jewelry, beauty, kids, guys and pooches. From CC Skye enamel cuffs to Jacqua lotions and Puppia dog beds, no creature goes unadorned in this well-edited e-shop. Not even unborn young-uns get overlooked: the Haute Mama section offers cheeky Belly Flirt tees, stylish Special Delivery diaper bags and Mama Mio skincare for moms-to-be. The extra special touch: shoppers in need of a little direction will adore the super-fun Lifestyle sections, where Manhattanite sorts the goods into easily identifiable categories like Fitness Guru, Green Girl, and Domestic Diva.
To receive your 20 percent discount on any order at Manhattanite, enter “storeadore” in the promotional code section at checkout. Some restrictions apply. Click here for details.
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November 19, 2008 12:00 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
Check out the Christian Lacroix sample sale at the Editors’ Closet starting today through Thursday, November 20.
Editors’ Closet is an exclusive online sample sale Website that hosts various designer sales each week at prices up to 75 percent off retail.
Click on this referral link to become a member of Editors' Closet and to gain access to this sample sale and many others.
Plus, enter Coupon Code MCCL50 to receive an additional $50 off your first purchase.
Get clicking, start shopping, enjoy!
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November 17, 2008 9:00 AM by Store Adore | COMMENTS
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Stocking a carefully chosen assortment of the most coveted personal care products from around the world, Beautyhabit’s product selections read like a beauty editor’s wish list: Burn candles, Nuxe Paris lip balm, Dr. Hauschka rose body moisturizer, Miller Harris fragrances, Jo Wood Organics bath oil and hundreds of other crave-worthy indulgences. Beautyhabit makes a commitment to offering the best possible prices - and then goes above and beyond with terrific specials, first-class customer service and a lovely site that’s easy to shop. Don’t know what color lipstick goes best with your coloring? Call for a free consultation. Want to try before you buy? For $15, you can sample six different products. Are you purchasing a present? Ask for free gift wrap. And get free shipping whenever you spend more than $100, which, it turns out, is exceptionally easy to do. While we’re rather obsessed with the website, for folks lucky enough to be in the area, Beautyhabit has a charming brick-and-mortar store in Thousand Oaks, California.
To redeem your 20% discount at Beautyhabit, enter “storeadore” in the promotional code section at checkout.
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November 14, 2008 3:25 PM by Ashley Gosik | COMMENTS
A swarm of celebs and socialites descended upon Midtown Wednesday night to fete Kenneth Cole's latest project, a charitable initiative he's dubbed "Awearness". The designer/philanthropist created the global non-profit to celebrate his brand's 25 years of design and do-goodism.
At the heart of last night's celebration was the launch of his first book entitled Awearness: Inspiring Stories About How to Make a Difference.
This lucky intern was able to score an invite at the 11th hour and got a sneak peak at the book before it goes on sale next month.
The page-turner (I read a third of it on the cab ride home) features 86 personal stories from celebrities, political figures, and ordinary people on how they've made service a part of their life. The mantra of the book, Cole says, is "no good deed should go unpublished." 
I spotted a number of the book's contributers at last night's party including the more-gorgeous-in-real-life Rosario Dawson, whose work with Voto Latino is featured in the book, and Hasidic hip-hop artist/activist Matisyahu.
With all eyes on Dawson in a navy blue bandage dress, I almost missed the slew of other celebs that showed up to support Awearness including Diane Von Furstenberg, Lauren Bush, and Olivia Palermo (who'll be gracing the pages of MC's fashion feature in December).
Marie Claire's Deputy Editor, Abigail Pesta, was lucky enough to interview the man of the hour, who said he plans to take the idea of the book online and create a forum for the countless other charitable stories waiting to be written.
While mingling throughout the Grand Central store, I also got to check out the first shop-in-shop where you can buy Awearness merchandise or become a member of the Alliance by signing up on one of the in-house computer kiosks.
My editors got to sip "Awearnesstinis" which were a huge hit with the crowd, but the real treat were the swag bags. Made of reusable canvas, they featured the phrase "Use me... again and again and again (I'm used to it.) From last night it's clear that the Pun Prince is making his mark on more than just the totes.
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October 28, 2008 9:28 AM by Store Adore | COMMENTS
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Fashion junkie: noun. One who treats fashion magazines like textbooks, laps up the latest trends and passionately pursues the hottest new labels. A number of boutiques in major cities like New York and L.A. cater to such fashion followers, but what’s an FJ to do if she finds herself in areas where the style potential still remains untapped? Frustrated with a lack of resources for hot brands in their hometown of Denver, fashion junkies Vanessa Barcus and Melissa Gelfand founded Goldyn, an e-commerce site and trunk-show service specializing in the latest labels and hottest new fashions. With short designer bios to provide shoppers with background information on their discoveries, the site features more than 40 designers, including Adam, Charlotte Ronson, Development, Twinkle, Mint and more, along with an edited collection of vintage clothing and jewelry. Barcus and Gelfand also offer the lucky local FJs of Denver convenient (and fun!) shop ops: at-home Goldyn trunk shows that let you treat yourself and your friends to the next-big-things in fashion in the comfort of your own home; one-on-one styling services; and temporary storefront pop-up locations (soon to come in other Midwest cities).
Enter “SADEALS” at check at Goldyn to redeem your 25% discount on everything.
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October 21, 2008 9:28 AM by Store Adore | COMMENTS
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How often do you hear a phrase and think, “That should be on a T-shirt”? Spreadshirt CEO Jana Eggers often has that experience. In fact, since joining the company (which was founded in Germany by two grad students), Eggers has realized that no matter how complex life can seem, most of it can be boiled down to a humorous, attention-getting tee. And, of course, she creates them at Spreadshirt. The site offers three services: You can design your own apparel, open a free online shop to sell your custom clothing designs (and collect a commission), and purchase designs that others have created in the Spreadshirt marketplace. The company uses a superior printing process called plot printing, which produces long-lasting results and colors that don’t fade, with a choice of two finishes: flat (slightly shiny, like vinyl) or flock (soft and slightly raised). First choose from a variety of products, like American Apparel tees and tanks, organic and bamboo shirts, track jackets, thermal shirts, maternity tops, organic cotton totes, messenger bags, hats and even undies. The quality of the garments and accessories are excellent; it’s a priority for Eggers, who test-drives new products before offering them for sale. Once you pick your merch, you choose a design. Designs are organized by category and offered by navigation down the side of the site, but they’re also searchable by tags. We found some cute options, from an anime “Zombie Kittie” to political slogans that inspire or offend, depending on your inclinations. If you’re feeling creative, you can upload your own design (photo, logo, text, etc.), as long as you own the rights to it. Come to think of it, a Store Adore tee sounds like an excellent idea.
Enter “STOREADORE08” at checkout at Spreadshirt to receive 20% off your online purchase of $30.
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October 14, 2008 2:32 PM by Unknown | COMMENTS
Through the end of November, MC readers will save 25% and get free shipping on order over $75 at TheCosmeticMarket.com. Just type in the discount code "marieclaire" at checkout.
Read about how to streamline your beauty routine:Stealing Beauty
Or, check out how the stories of three women across the globe - their beauty tips, routines and total beauty tabs at Global Glamonomics: Beauty on a Budget.
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October 14, 2008 9:28 AM by Store Adore | COMMENTS
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Sure, you should be able to interchange every pendant and charm you collect with every chain you own, but it never seems to work out that way. Indeed, a perfect fit, unless you bought the charm and chain together, is rare. Enter Dara Adams, whose Sterling, VA. company Full Circle Studio came up with the brilliant idea of a little toggle bar and loop that lets you swap out a near-infinite number of charms on a single, all-purpose chain. The concept is simple: choose a chain (there are silver, gold and leather varieties), then choose a charm (you’ll find about a hundred to choose from at any given time, from the simple to the ornate, in materials we love like crystal and vermeil). There are ’literally thousands” of charms waiting in the wings, according to Adams, and as soon as one model sells out (there are only two or three of any given charm), new designs appear in her online store. Pile a whole bunch onto one chain and go for the kitchen-sink look—then accessorize with Full Circle’s recently-added earrings and rings. Right now, Adams only sells her wares online and through trunk shows in Virginia (though baubles make seasonal, irregular appearances in a store or two), but we can’t image a concept this great taking long to hit the streets.
To receive your 20 percent discount on any order at Full Circle Studio, enter “storeadore” in the discount box at checkout.
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October 9, 2008 9:53 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
The French ready-to-wear brand Comptoir des Cotonniers is looking for mothers and daughters to represent the brand.
For the last 10 years, casting sessions have been organized to seek the next icons for forthcoming collections. Those lucky enough to be selected share a unique experience in a natural, authentic and friendly atmosphere by participating to the Spring/Summer 09 fashion show and fotoshooting.
To participate in the American casting session for Spring/Summer 09, and have fun during an enjoyable photo call, pairs of mothers and daughters just need to come to the following address:
COMPTOIR DES COTONNIERS
155 SPRING STREET between Wooster St and West Broadway
SUNDAY 26 OCTOBER 2008
FROM 3 P.M. TO 7 P.M.
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October 9, 2008 8:00 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
C'MON, CHAMELEON!
Resort style motto: Change colorful, exotic skins to suit your mood.
SHOES $69, Nine West; ninewest.com.
CLUTCH $795, Kate Spade; (800) 519-3778.
WEDGES $1395, Gucci; gucci.com for stores.
BAG $4800, Yves Saint Laurent; ysl.com for stores.
FLATS $180, Joan & David; (800) 999-1877 for stores.
CLUTCH $39.50, Express; express.com.
SHOES $215, Charles David; (310) 659-7110.
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October 7, 2008 9:28 AM by Store Adore | COMMENTS
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Jewelry designer Tina Tang offers a girlie, playful (yet never overly precious) take on jewelry design at her Greenwich Avenue studio store. Her customizable pieces are customer favorites: Unique silver charms in a broad selection of shapes (feathers, books, anchors, wishbones, letters of the alphabet) can be mixed and matched on necklaces and bracelets to create a personalized sentimental look. Tang brings symbols into her other work as well, with astrological signs, natural treasures like acorns and leaves, elements like air and fire, and even a Batgirl icon in mercurial silver. (Most items are priced at less than $200.) There are beaded pieces, too, and a bridal line, including princess-like ropes of freshwater pearls, luxurious crystal-chandelier earrings, and even hair combs to secure that chignon or veil. The website sells a hefty dose of what’s in-store, and special discounts are offered to customers who sign up for the weekly e-mail newsletter. And for shoppers who prefer more precious metals, Gold Label by Tina Tang (literally right across the street) offers many of the same designs cast in gold.
To redeem your 20% discount at Tina Tang, enter “STOREADOREANDTT” at checkout or present this page in the West Village boutiques.
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October 6, 2008 12:15 PM by Diana Vilibert | COMMENTS
Let your eyes do the talking and top off your Halloween costume with
COLORON Professional Instant Eyeshadow Applicators. Whether you're
dressing up as a frisky feline, making a statement in camo, or showing
off your zebra stripes, COLORON Instant Eyeshadow is an easy, quick way
to add a professional, bold touch to your costume.
Don't walk
the line between sexy cat eyes and smudged raccoon eyes--walk on the
wild side with COLORON's Animal Instincts variety pack, a collection of
eye-catching designs in Zebra, Camouflage, and Leopard Lounge.
Whether
you're in front of your mirror at home or in the back of the cab running late to your third Halloween party that night, these
COLORON Instant Eyeshadow Applicators will give you mess-free,
professional results in three easy steps. Just place the
one-size-fits-all applicator on your closed eyelid with one hand,
holding it in place by making a peace sign with your index and middle
finger on each corner of the eye, and use your index finger from your
free hand to gently rub the back of the applicator from the inside
corner out. Then peel back the applicator for perfectly applied zebra
stripes, leopard spots, or camo pattern.
The eyeshadow is
waterproof, smudge-proof, and crease-proof and will play well with your
other makeup. Add dramatic liquid liner and mascara and leave your
decade-old 25-color eyeshadow palette at home---this long wearing
formula won't call it a night until you do.
To purchase, go to coloron.com or sephora.com.
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September 23, 2008 9:10 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
No dark nights this season: Sparkles rock
Everybody Must Get Stoned...
Clockwise from top:
SHOES $450, Stuart Weitzman; zappos.com
CUFF $92, Martine Wester; winknyc.com
CLUTCH $1695, Yves Saint Laurent; ysl.com for stores.
CLUTCH $225, Santi at Vionnet; (310) 289-9202.
SHOES $130, Vince Camuto; dillards.com for stores.
NECKLACE $32, JLO by Jennifer Lopez; macys.com for stores.
CLUTCH $725, Alberta Ferretti; (310) 652-9000.
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September 22, 2008 8:13 AM by Unknown | COMMENTS
Okay Fashionistas.. you're going to love this one! Shop.com has just launched their game Cart Me Away. Each day you have to guess which items match Shopgirl's daily budget. Guess correctly and you could win some amazing prizes - from a home theater system to a $500 shopping spree! It's super fun and slightly addictive too so check it out.
Interested in playing more games? Check out the Marie Claire Games Channel and play everything from Mahjonng to Sudoku!
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