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Kate Moss for TopShop Hits Nordstrom

The second Kate Moss for Topshop collection is now available at Nordstrom. The edgy yet sophisticated collection includes pieces in both dark and light colors, as well as bold and subtle prints. Embellishments and bohemian details add just the right touch, without seeming overdone.

Here are 8 standout pieces from Kate Moss for Topshop:

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S H O P P I N G

1. Woven Leather Vest

2. Suede Runner Shorts

3. Lamé Bias Cut Maxi Dress

4. Studded Denim Shorts

5. Folk Smocked Blouse

6. One-Shoulder Chiffon Dress

7. Lace Swing Camisole

8. Floral Pajama Top Bottom

If you plan to shop the Kate Moss for Topshop collection in store, customers who spend $150 will get a Topshop tote. The first 50 totes are filled with Topshop Lip Paint and a copy of April’s British Vogue. Here’s the StyleCarrot Instagram of the tote and mag. The Lip Paint’s headed out to my new intern, Liza Howard, who assembled this post.

Tote Bag From Nordstrom For Kate Moss Topshop

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Target Restocks Missoni in Watertown

A week after the fact, Target Watertown restocked some Missoni x Target items. Walking into the store, I spotted swimwear front and center. Round back in housewares, I snapped up four media storage bins in ocean colors. There were also some black & white floral square plates, and less than appealing plastic cups, plus a box or two of stationary.

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A Visit to Uncle Pete’s in Beacon Hill Turns Up Aztec-Inspired Beauties

Before I left town last week I stopped into Uncle Pete’s on Charles Street to use the Living Social coupon that was about to expire. I found a number of cute items — Pete clearly has an excellent eye. Here are some of the pieces I liked best:

Vena Cava dresses with Aztec-inspired prints, a trend I’m loving right now.
I really like the silhouette of these – shift-like, but with simple, feminine ruched details, plus a little sleeve.
I  purchased a gray Viva Vena lightweight tee with an Aztec design on the front.

Awesome skinny denim with heft and stretch from Thvm Atelier.

Pete pulled this out from the back room – Shipley & Halmos top with Native American beading detail at the neck.

This bracelet, by RISD-trained designer Andrea Valentini, is meant to resemble some sort of DNA cluster.
The shop also carries some zipper-like jewelry pieces.

Metalwork feathers on a chain from Bing Bang by Anna Sheffield.

And another.

 

Uncle Pete’s, 125 Charles Street, Beacon Hill

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Meet Designer Jonathan Saunders at Louis Boston (He’s as Cute as His Clothes)

Jonathan Saunders

U.K. designer Jonathan Saunders, a master of prints and color, will be in town at Louis Boston tomorrow offering a sneak peak and opportunity to pre-purchase pieces from the Fall/Winter 2011 collection. Pricey, yes, but amazing. Scroll down for images.  The color-blocking for spring is so fresh, and the rich color combos for fall are just as inspired.  Plus,  how cute is he? I’m sorry I’ll be missing both him and the clothes, as I’m off to Cape Cod in the morning.

WHEN: Saturday, June 11 • 3:00–5:00 p.m.

WHERE: Louis Boston • 60 Northern Avenue, Fan Pier, Boston

WHAT: Preview (and purchase!) Jonathan Saunders Fall/Winter 2011 collection.

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Photos: Jonathan Saunders

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Photos: Style.com

Louis Boston

60 Northern Avenue, Fan Pier, Boston

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Sidewalk Sale at Flock, Tomorrow

Flock Sidewalk Sale

WHEN: Saturday, June 11 • 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WHERE: 274 Shawmut Avenue, South End, Boston

WHAT:  50-70 percent off spring and summer styles.

Pinkberry will be served.

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Daniela Corte Pop-Up Starts Tomorrow; Preview the Looks

The School of Fashion Design, 136 Newbury Street, Boston

Boston design darling Daniela Corte, who scored a spread in this year’s Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, will hold a pop-up shop this weekend at The School of Fashion Design on Newbury Street, replete with her signature bodycon styles.

When: Friday, June 10, 10 a.m. – Sunday, June 12, 5 p.m.
Where: The School of Fashion Design, 136 Newbury Street, Boston

P O P – U P   P R E V I E W

Dom Miguel Photography

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It’s Looc’s Last Day; Audra Slashes Prices 60 Percent

Audra Boyle in front of Looc, May 24, 2011

I was running errands for the Boston Globe today in the South End, so of course I popped into Looc. It’s the boutique’s last day in business. I remember meeting Audra and her then partner Shawna almost four years ago, to interview them about their new store (“Je T’aime Paris,” Daily Candy). In a former photography studio, with flea market sourced decor, and a roster of labels mostly unknown to Boston, Looc perfected the sophisticated but easy-to-wear aesthetic of Nantucket by way of St. Tropez.

Today, many well wishers from the neighborhood stopped in to say goodbye. Luckily, Audra was there too (sans bébé). She says she’s not quite sure what’s next, but with her impeccable taste and creativity, we’re certain to be hearing about another venture.

There are still a few pieces left in store, including looks by Rag & Bone, What Comes Around Goes Around, Ulla Jackson, Isabel Marant and under-the-radar jewelry designers.



Bye bye Looc. It’s been cool. ; )


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SoWa ArtWalk This Weekend

SoWa Art Walk
Sunday, May 15 • 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

The SoWa Art Walk is this weekend. The studio buildings at 450 Harrison Avenue (and all the others) will be open; you can browse independent artists’ studios as well as the galleries. Many of the neighborhood stores and restaurants will be participating with sales as well. Plus, there’s the SoWa Open Market, SoWa Vintage Market, and SoWa Farmer’s Market.

Here’s a sampling of work I love. I’ve included friends (Robert Knight), much adored artisans (Isabelle Abramson), and new obsessions (Amy Montali).


Amy Montali • Catch
Gallery Kayafas


Angela Cunningham
Vessels Galley

Yuko Adachi
In Touch,  2009

Robert Knight • Sleepless
Gallery Kayafas

Linda Leslie Brown • Habits of Growth
Holiday Squid, 2011
Kingston Gallery

Isabelle Abramson
Mini Berry Bowl

Debby Krim

Jess T. Dugan • A Moment Collected
Plastic
Gallery Kayafas

Ilona Anderson
South African Tea Party (04-06)
Kingston Gallery

Family Ring • Moonstone Ring
Melle Finelli Jewelry

Jessica Burko
Exhibit A, 2007

James Paradis
Dreaming in Color

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Jack Wills Sample Sale at Harvard’s Bee Club

The folks at Racked National got some intel on the first Jack Wills sample sale stateside. (I’ve tried to contact the company’s PR in London, to no avail; should probably stop by the store and beg.)

A full range of Jack Wills merchandise on sale for 50% off.

Friday, May 13 • Noon to 7 p.m.
The Bee Club, Harvard University, 45 Dunster Street, Cambridge

S H O P   J A C K   W I L L S

Walburn Bucket Hat, $24
Lilyhurst Dress, $169
Broadhall Playsuit, $69
Ladies Glenthorne Brogue, $249
Mens’ Eccleshill Boating Blazer, $398
Newmarket Striped Henley, $69
Flackwell Bag, $69
Cauldrey Jersey Trunks, $29

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Passport Checks Out of Harvard Square, Holds Big Sale

Passport, Harvard Square

If you haven’t heard yet, Passport boutique owner Jessica Good has decided to close up her shop, located in Harvard Square. On Monday she tweeted from @Passportboutiqu:

“After 3 wonderful years in Harvard Square we are closing our doors at the end of May. We will miss all our customers & friends of the store.”

In an email she told me that she decided the store was simply too big, and since her lease is up at the end of the month, she opted not to renew. She’s contemplating a smaller space, possibly this winter. And, she’s having another baby this summer, so she will keep plenty busy.

No exact closing date yet, but the doors will shut by Memorial Day at the latest. In the meantime, everything in the store is 25% off (full price and markdown items).  She says:

“We still have a lot of inventory in the store so I’d love to get the word out to people.  The designers include MZ Wallace, Vince, Rachel Pally, and Three Dots to name a few, as well as luggage, bags, and travel accessories – lots of great items.”

Passport, 43 Brattle Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, 617.576.0900

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