Lands’ End has launched its new Canvas Collection for men, women and children. It includes outerwear, accessories and swimwear with a casual, modern look. Pictured above is the tucked shift dress ($69.50) and fine gauge cardigan ($39.50).
The line is available exclusively at www.landsendcanvas.com or at 1-877-877-1963. Later this month, the collection will debut at the Lands’ End Canvas Shop in Madison, Wis., and the Lands’ End Shop at Sears in Paramus, N.J.
Tagged: Lands' End November 18, 2009
Nitro, 220 West Main Street in Frankfort, continues its 12 Days of Christmas fashion events with a trunk show of handmade jewelry by Jenna Bobbitt of Bluegrass Beads, Saturday and Sunday.
Thursday shoppers can enjoy live acoustic instrumental music, champagne and strawberries.
Tagged: Nitro of Frankfort November 13, 2009
Lexington Antique Oriental Rugs at 660 East Main Street is having its first sale ever.
Save on new decorator, semi-antique and antique rugs in all sizes, as well as French tapestries and collector pieces. Cleaning and repairs are also available on handmade, needlepoint and Portugese rugs.
Hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. Call (859) 258-9027.
Tagged: Lexington Antique Oriental Rugs November 12, 2009
The Junior League of Lexington’s Holly Day Market is Friday, Nov. 13 through Sunday, Nov. 15 at the Lexington Convention Center Heritage Hall East, 430 West Vine Street. Dozens of vendors will offer jewelry, clothing, home accessories, pottery and more. Entertainment will include cooking and holiday decorating demonstrations and live music.
Get a sneak peek of the Market at a preview party 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday with an evening of food, cocktails door prizes, a silent auction and shopping. Tickets to this event are $35.
Hours for the Market are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 and Saturday, Nov. 14; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. Tickets are $8 for one day and $15 for a three-day pass available at the door or at www.hollydaymarket.com. Parking is free in the Center’s Cox Street lot.
November 8, 2009
Two limited-edition prints by Kentucky wildlife artist and naturalist Ray Harm are available only through Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital.
Harm and Tim Farmer, the host of Kentucky Educational Television’s “Kentucky Afield,” will sign copies of the prints, “Whitetail” and “Cardinal and Sunflower,” (pictured above) at the hospital, 2050 Versailles Road, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Prices range from $100 to $150. Call (859) 254-5701, Ext. 5602 for more information or to reserve a print.
November 4, 2009
Leontine Linens, with corporate offices in Georgetown, Ky. and a flagship store in New Orleans, was featured in today’s Washington Post. Writer Terri Sapienza’s roundup of stylish skull-and-crossbones designs for the home included the company’s Jolly Roger motif, available in about 100 colors on bed linens (pictured above), towels and shower curtains.
“We are known for our monogram specialty, so it’s a departure for us,” said Leontine owner Jane Scott Hodges, a Kentucky native. “But we find it fun to fold in a motif that we think is universal. Monograms aren’t for everyone.”
Tagged: Leontine Linens, Terri Sapienza, Washington Post October 29, 2009
One of the season’s freshest color palettes for nails and makeup are shiny mineral hues — sort of a chic industrialized look. While deep nail colors have ruled the past few years (OPI’s inky purple-black Lincoln Park after Dark is a cult fave) companies are now adding a silvers, golds and mattes to the mix. Essie even offers a “Matte to Go” topcoat that delivers a smooth shine-free finish to any color; available at www.essie.com.
But for the face, a little sheen looks best; not as harsh or dull looking. The new Bobbi Brown Chrome Collection will hit stores in November (at Macy’s in Lexington or www.bobbibrown.com). Shimmery colors for eyes include Thunder Metallic and Moonlight Sparkle while lips Chrome Pink Shimmer and Winter Bronze glitter. Pictured above is the Bobbi Brown Chrome Palette featuring 10 eye shadows and four lip shades, $75.
Tagged: Bobbi Brown, Essie, OPI October 28, 2009
Runway for the Cure, presented by Skirt! magazine and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Lexington affiliate, is 7 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Coldstream Research Center, 1500 Bull Lea Road off Newtown Pike just past New Circle.
The fashion-themed fund-raiser will feature a breast-cancer survivors’ fashion show, men-in-skirts extravaganza and runway styles from area boutiques. Partygoers can enjoy an open bar, hors d’oeuvres and silent and live auctions
Tagged: Skirt!, Susan G. Komen for the Cure October 22, 2009
Exquisite Art Nouveau jewelry will be on display at the Cincinnati Art Museum from Oct. 31 through Jan. 17. “Imperishable Beauty,” featuring more than 100 works by major designers and jewelers of the era including René Lalique, Henri Vever, Phillippe Wolfers and Tiffany & Co., was organized by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. This French brooch (pictured above, courtesy of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston) from around 1900, features opal and pearl, gold and enamel.
Works that inspired these artists, including textiles from William Morris, posters by Alphonse Mucha and other items from the art museum’s permanent collection, will also be featured.
Tagged: art nouveau, boston, cincinnati art museum, museum of fine arts, tiffany & co. October 22, 2009
Actors Theatre of Louisville will host a Costume Shop sale Saturday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the Victor Jory Lobby at 316 West Main Street in Louisville.
Prices will range from 50 cents to $10 on regular items — hats, jeans, coats, formal gowns, nightgowns, dresses, robes, shirts, vests, capes — with specialty costumes prices as marked. Bargain alert: prices will be slashed during the final hour of the sale.
October 16, 2009
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Your server: Harriett Hendren
While I grew up in small-town Kentucky I’ve always been fascinated with the cosmopolitan world of high fashion. On the other hand, I love a bargain and the thrill of shopping for just the right piece.
I have a degree in English from the University of Kentucky, and since 2002 I’ve written a column for the Lexington Herald-Leader about shopping, beauty and fashion. During that time I’ve interviewed everyone from designers to boutique owners about trends and style. And I’m still forever searching for the next big sale.
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