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June, 1st 2012

Rising Stars for Nataline's Fashion Legacy

On Sunday evening, June 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Pier 5 Hotel, the Nataline Sarkisyan Foundation’s “Rising Stars” Benefit Fashion Show will debut young and seasoned couturiers presented by the Maryland Center of Fashion Design

Nataline Sarkisyan was a young girl with dreams of creating her own fashion show. Those dreams never came true for Nataline when she lost her battle to leukemia in 2007.

After she passed away Nataline's Fashion Legacy was established. To make her dreams come to fruition, an annual fashion show is held in remembrance of Nataline. The ticket proceeds from the show (along with donations) are given to the Nataline Sarkisyan Foundation, providing scholarships for students studying fashion design...

1:35 pm Tags: event, fashion show
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June, 1st 2012

Baltimore Lacks Style?

According to Travel + Leisure, Baltimore ranks as America's #3 city for worst-dressed people.


Well, at least we aren't number one (sorry Anchorage and Salt Lake City). In Baltimore's defense, I don't think it's fair to use HonFest as an accurate measuring tool to judge our city's style. We have great stores that are stocked with merchandise ranging from classic chic, to vintage, and trend right, and I know plenty of super-stylish folks that support these shops. Although there are a few bad apples, Charm City is somewhat of a hidden gem, and our style goes hand in hand with that. While some cities have fashion written all over them, Baltimore's style is less obvious at times, which kind of makes it special when you do spot that person with solid sartorial taste. I have to say, I love this city because of that.

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May, 31st 2012

HARBOR FashionEASTa Event


On Saturday, June 2 from 2-7 p.m. Harbor East will be hosting its first fashion show event, HARBOR FashionEASTa, which will showcase summer looks including clothing, jewelry, and accessories from the neighborhood's boutiques. There will also be live music by Collect All 5, fashion-themed cocktails, in-store events, and special sales throughout the day. 

While the stores prepped for the show, we spoke with them and got the scoop on what to expect. Courtney Cannata of Urban Chic, who had a hand in the styling, says that the show will be filled with "lots...

2:36 pm Tags: fashion show, Harbor East
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May, 31st 2012

Ma Petite Goes Green!

Ma Petite Shoe hosts a green-themed First Fridays event welcoming the shoe line Unstitched Utilities 

 


Unstitched Utilities is a new green-friendly shoe line (based out of New Jersey), providing lightweight, resilient, and stylish footwear for eco-conscience consumers. Join Hampden's Ma Petite Shoe on June 1 from 6-9 p.m. for a special sale, Rocket Fuel cocktails, and the launch of the innovative brand.

"The story is basically when two worlds collide," says Ma Petite Shoe owner Susannah Siger, who filled us in about the brand’s history. UU was founded in 2010 by Kevin Crowley, Jack Steinweis, and Mark Kane who were all former FILA executives. As a designer, Crowley previously worked with a material called polyethylene (better known as Tyvek...

12:05 pm Tags: First Fridays, Hampden, shoes
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May, 30th 2012

Athleta Coming to Towson

Athleta (a division of Gap Inc.) is opening its new location at Dulaney Plaza in Towson on Thursday, May 31. The California-based brand, known for their stylish and flattering fits, offers women's athletic and fitness apparel for active lifestyles such as yoga, running, hiking, training, and swimming, as well as free hemming and complimentary fitness classes. To mark their 13th and newest location, Athleta will be making a donation to the local chapter of Girls on the Run, an international organization that encourages pre-teen girls to gain self-respect and confidence through running. Join Athleta in celebrating their grand opening by stopping by our in-store sneak peak celebration (RSVP required) on Wednesday, May 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., or by visiting any time after 9 a.m. on Thursday,...

1:42 am Tags: new store
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May, 10th 2012

More Mom's Day Out

You can't go wrong with the perfect piece of jewelry for this holiday!

 



J. Brown Jewelers is hosting a Christophe Danhier trunk show on Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 

 




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5:25 pm Tags: gift ideas, holiday, sale, Trunk Show
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May, 1st 2012

Unveiled: The Art of Fashion

 

WHEN: Sunday, May 6 from 3-5 p.m.

WHERE: Camden Yards Ballroom

WHAT: An annual student produced fashion show showcasing various designs created by the students and alumni of the BCCC Fashion Design Program. 

COST: $10 in advance (tickets cannot be purchased at the door)

(Image courtesy of Baltimore City Community College.) 


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April, 26th 2012

VIP Shop Crawl

Rain or shine!

 

Can't wait for tonight's VIP Shop Crawl!

The event kicks off at Talara Restaurant and the first 100 guests to arrive will receive a gift bag, so be sure to get there early! Harbor East retailers will be offering in-store raffles, mini-massages, discounts, and refreshments.

Hope to see you at these participating stores:

Amaryllis

20 percent off one item

In Store Raffle: (2) $50 Gift Certificates

City Sports

15 percent off entire purchase

In Store Raffle: $150 Gift Certificate

Handbags In The City

20 percent off all regular priced merchandise

(excludes MCM and sale items)

Patrick Sutton Home

15 percent off entire purchase

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April, 23rd 2012

Extended Mom's Day Out Guide

With Mother's Day in a couple of weeks, here are a few (more) ideas to help celebrate that special lady in your life. 

 

For more sales, trunk shows, and events be sure to check out the UpFront Shopping section in our May issue (on stands April 27).



Hampden

Entire month of May: Pearl Gallery is offering buy one fully priced item and get the next (fully priced) item 50 percent off. 826 W 36th St., 410-467-2260.

Harbor East

May 13: At Urban Chic take 15 percent off fully priced clothing, also moms can enjoy champagne and flowers. 811 Aliceanna St., 410-685-1601.

May 13: Sassanova will be having a Julie Collection Trunk Show. 805...

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April, 20th 2012

LOFT Concept Store

LOFT opens new concept store at the Festival at Woodholme Shopping Center

  

Today, April 20 2012 LOFT opens their first new concept store in the Baltimore area, at the Festival at Woodholme Shopping Center (next to Trader Joe's). "Our client relies on us to be her trusted personal stylist. We've redesigned our store concept to deliver a personalized experience to her" said...

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