The Collective Boutique and Showroom - Indie Designers Unite

The Collective Boutique - San Clemente, Orange County Boutique Pique

By: April Madigan @Boutiquing

Set the Scene: Some of our favorite boutique shopping experiences happen when we stumble upon an unknown designer with that "it" factor. The Collective Boutique brings together 4 independent designers with lots of loveliness filled to the brim with "it". Blending the beautiful bags of Moda Viajando, sultry swimwear by Kai La Mare, updated vintage from Kult, and precious knit accessories from Purl, this boutique left me with that satisfied, "look what I discovered" feeling that I was eager to share. Oh, and did I mention that these collections all retail for well under $100? Enjoy the coastal breeze blowing in the front door, the cool serene surroundings, and stock up on treasures for yourself and your best buds who are impossible to shop for!

Labels We Love: Totes, clutches, and cross body bags by Moda Viajando, Colorful bikinis by Kai La Mare, renewed vintage pieces by Kult, and hand crocjeted headbands, sun hats (made from paper!), and booties by Purl.

Prepare to Pay:
TOPS: $24 to $50
DRESSES: $19 to $50
DENIM: $24 to $34
JACKETS: $24 to $40
PURSES: $28 to $90
HOME DECOR: $11 to $42
SWIMWEAR: Tops $38 Bottoms $42
KNIT ACCESSORIES: $18 to $40
JEWELRY: $4 to $12
ANYTHING UNDER $80? Practically the entire store - in fact most is under $50!

Summed Up in Sentence: If you are always the first of your friends to find a fab designer, fly down to The Collective Boutique and have a field day getting your fashion fix while supporting a cool new crop of local designers.

The Collective Boutique

907 S. El Camino Real

San Clemente, CA 92672

www.thecollectivesc.com

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IT'S 11 AM! Here are the lucky 12 facebook fans who have a chance to win!

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FIRST of the 6 posted to respond, WINS!!

$85 Black Corset Bracelet

from designer:
Liz Larios

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BOUTIQUING WEEKLY GIVEAWAY ~ $85 Black Corset Bracelet by Liz Larios

You could win this...

$85 Black Corset Bracelet

from designer:
Liz Larios

Our passion for unique jewelry is unparalleled, and once we set our eyes upon the delightful designs of Liz Larios, we knew our fight to be frugal was over. Natural stone, luxurious leather, and dangly chains create combinations that are eye catching and catapult your "cool" to the next level. Our jewelry boxes (ok, TRUNKS - who are we kidding ;) are now full of Liz Larios lovelies and every time we wear a piece, people stop us on the streets because they too are wowed by her dazzling designs.

This week Liz Larios is rewarding one Boutiquing.com "lucky liker" with a tryst for her wrist. The Black Corset Bracelet is made with high polish Rhodium and woven leather and a faceted onyx stone caged in a Rhodium dangle. This bracelet goes far beyond "Like"... this is LOVE!!!

Need to have one?
Find Liz Larios at these great local boutiques:
Nicole Miller - La Jolla
Matti D - Del Mar

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CONGRATULATIONS ALLISON! You won a $280 dress from Designer Dana-Maxx!

See who won this week's giveaway...

Congratulation Allison O'Grady! You'll be dashing in your darling new dress from Dana-Maxx, the only detail left, would you prefer white or black?

Here are the other ladies who were given a chance, but Allison spoke up first on the Boutiquing.com Facebook Page and seized the prize!

Don't worry if you didn't win this week...
NEW GIVEAWAY EVERY WEEK

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Nicolette - Everyday Style and Staples

Nicolette - Laurel Heights, San Francisco Boutique Pique

By: Erica @Boutiquing

Set the Scene: Clean. Crisp. Casual and cool.  Words keep rolling to the tip of my tongue when I wander into Nicolette on Sacramento Street because the style is so perfectly defined... and so perfectly me.      The owner owns casual chic like it's her job - oh yeah, it is.  Even the layout says "effortless cool" as it guides you around the well-lit space and bright white walls.  But, like any master of trying-to-look-like-you-didn't-try-at-all, there is a perfectly poised accent to every ensemble: they change up the tissue paper to match a highlighted color on the racks! The stars aligned on this day as the vibrant wrapping mimicked the neon yellow Ali Ro anorak I had already gushed over.

Labels We Love: From everyday dresses to the lightweight layer you never even knew you needed until Shakti (sales goddess extraordinaire) slips it on you, Nicolette has your familiar faves and unexpected unknowns.  Monrow, Theory, Joie, Twelfth Street and Vince are no-brainers and Haute Hippie, Elizabeth and James, Mara Hoffman, Kain and Minnie Rose add some flirty flair. J Brand and Current/Elliott provide the backbone of everyday ease.

Prepare to Pay: 
CLOTHING: $44 layering basics from Isda & Co up to around $500 for fabulous dresses/jackets
HANDBAGS: $200 to $450 for phenomenal Foley & Corinna
ACCESSORIES: around $65 and up for hats, scarves and
ANYTHING UNDER $80? Tees, tanks, and outfit toppings of all kinds.

Summed Up in  Sentence: If your dream digs are tailored tees and cozy cardigans but you don't want to sacrifice your style, Nicolette needs to be your new best friend.

Nicolette

3375 Sacramento Street

San Francisco, CA 94118

415.563.5400

Nicolette (Marin)

499 Magnolia Street

Larkspur, CA 94939

415.927.0226

www.nicoletteboutique.com

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BOUTIQUE PARTIES & EVENTS - JUNE 2010

Current Boutique Events:

mention "Boutiquing.com™" to take advantage
of the following boutique discounts.

Westerly Boutique - Corona Del Mar
Thursday, June 24
5:30- 8:00pm
~ 31 Bits Line Launch Party

Be the first to buy the new 31 Bits line, only available in stores!


OnQue Style - Corona Del Mar
Friday, June 25th
5-7pm
~ Happy Hour Shopping

Complimentary wine and 10% discount on almost everything in the store (select Hermes, Chanel, Gucci & YSL excluded...sorry)


Mog & Rue - Encinitas
June 22, 24, 29 & July 1
6-8:30pm
~ Summer Fashion Classes for Teens & Adults

Fashion Sketching, Pattern, Draping & Sewing classes taught by Patricia Billing of the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. Cost $295. More event info HERE.

PAST PARTIES & EVENTS:

Head Over Heels Boutique - Costa Mesa

Thursday, June 3rd 6-9pm
~ Kogi BBQ & Coupon

Head over Heels is hosting the famous Kogi BBQ truck! Find out what all the buzz is about AND get a coupon for 50% OFF an accessory with purchase of dress (must print & present the coupon left).
Added bonus: $5 Crush Cash, just for showing up.

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BOUTIQUING.COM WEEKLY GIVEAWAY - $280 Priscilla Luxe Dress from designer Dana-Maxx

You could win this...

$280
Priscilla Luxe Dress
from designer:

Dana-Maxx

Ladies, ladies, ladies, if you haven't been introduced to New York designer Dana-Maxx, prepared to be wowed by this wonderful designer! We were lucky to meet Dana-Maxx while she was visiting the west coast showcasing her new line last year. Not only did we feel like we'd met our new best East Coast buddy but we were blown away by her talent at such a young age. Full of feathers, flirt, sass and sequins, Dana-Maxx has magnificently mingled girly glam with edgy ease. As is beautiful clothing were not enough, all of her clothing is made in the U.S.A. and is known for its integrity, consistent quality and positive service.

One "Lucky Liker" will be living it up in a picture perfect Priscilla Luxe Dress. This versatile beauty is summer sizzle ready and will see you through a sunset stroll with a light sweater and some stunning sandals. The best part? Sheer lace completes the daring yet demure neckline, and because designer Dana-Maxx is such a darling, there are even pockets! PS - Pick your color black or white.

Since Dana-Maxx is new to our neighborhood,
she is giving her new friends a gift as well!

1 - Hit "like" on the Dana-Maxx Facebook Page or
2- Follow her on Twitter @DanaMaxx
and automatically be entered to
WIN this cutting-edge-cool cuffs worth $58!

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