Don’t forget the HAUTE signature stripe of Henri Bendel. Henri B has a seriously haute website too – if you haven’t checked it out do so now! The video is a fabulous compilation of gorgeous Henri B pieces, the music rocks too.
A few great purchases from Henri B – oh but it’s all really very lovely!
Check out these super haute t-shirts from Atlanta designer Michelle Feis! They are all so cute and fun…need one of each:) Visit the site – www.MichelleFeisCollection.com
Don’t miss this much anticipated holiday event!
Greentree Close Holiday Open House
Thursday, November 12th
5:00 – 9:00pm
Reservations are required, please call Joan at 859-225-7474
This is a fabulous evening filled with holiday cheer delicious food and drink, and perhaps a visit from a very special guest from up north!
LV Harkness will present a Herend Trunk Show with pieces never before seen in the United States.
Belle Maison Antiques will have Ron Meece the noted shell artist (pieces shown below) signing his latest collection.
Trillium will showcase Stephanie Spackman’s gorgeous new collection among all Trillium’s other haute items!
Don’t miss this exclusive HMS DISCOUNT at Amrita Singh
20% OFF ALL PRODUCTS! Simply enter “HMS” in the“COUPON CODE” section at checkout!
ENJOY!!
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With the economy like it is everyone is getting creative…
Gucci, for example, launched this week its new pop-up store on Crosby Street in Manhattan. It is suppose to stay open for two-weeks, but according to WWD the company is hoping to close the space even before the two-weeks are up! ” The boutique, its white-washed walls covered in the signature Gucci evergreen and red stripes, will pack up as soon as its wares — which include the Gucci Ronson sneaker, a collaboration with celebrity DJ Mark Ronson — are sold out, ” says WWD.
(photo below Photo By Thomas Iannaccone – for WWD)
Banana Republic is another one trying out a new approach to buyer beckoning. BR recently opened its concept stores in Fashion Show Mall in Las Vegas, Scottsdale Fashion Square - Scottsdale, AZ and Westfield Mall San Francisco. Executives for BR state the new store experience promises to be designed like a walk-in closet with a residential feel. A circular plaza anchors the floor and serves as a hub filled with accessories from handbags and jewelry to shoes. Instead of traditional window displays, shoppers can see right into the store…HMS says we shall have to see for ourselves….
If you have attended the Junior League of Lexington Holly Day Market then you are aware of the massive preparations that must occur prior to your arrival. For those that have not attended this event…[should!]…HMS caught up with Natalie Jensen, this year’s Holly Day Market Chair, to help give you a little background on the event and merchants represented.
Natalie (on right) pictured here with fellow League member
What is the background on the HDM? (when it began / how it got started)
This is the 3rdAnnual Holly Day Market. Four and ½ years ago, a group of Junior League members decided to create a second fundraiser so that the Junior League could give more back to the community. This second fundraiser was modeled after Junior Leagues from across the United States that has had a huge success with their version of the Holly Day Market. The idea of a Holly Day Market is to bring vendors/merchants from all over to sell unique items that would appeal to diverse shoppers. In addition to the shopping experience, have activities for children.
The HDM is in its third year this year, how has the event changed?
With the Holly Day Market still being very new, each year we have made changes in order to improve on our shopper’s experience. However, moving it from the Horse Park to downtown at the Lexington Convention Center has been the biggest change. We hope with it being downtown, we can attract more shoppers to the event.
How many vendors/businesses participate in the HDM?
Each year we have grown due to more merchants hearing about our wonderful hospitality and more people in Kentucky hear about the event. I see the Holly Day Market becoming a major event in November for the people of central and eastern Kentucky. Last year we had approximately 70 vendors and we are expecting the same amount of vendors.
Do businesses come from across the country to participate or mostly local?
Yes, we have vendors from Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, South Carolina, Pennsylvania and Tennessee. Here are a few websites from out-of-towners:
www.sugahcakes.com
www.lunnyandlu.com
La Cigale Tablecloths from Provence
What makes the HDM different from other big holiday sales events?
The first and most obvious is we are not a crafts event. We try to appeal to everyone by bringing in merchants that sell clothes for women, men and children, jewelry, Christmas ornaments and items, specialty dips and sauces, UK items, toys, and specialty gifts. The Holly Day Market is a “one stop Christmas shopping experience”. We hope to create an event where someone can get the Christmas shopping complete in one day at one location.
What are some of the most popular / recurring themes at the HDM regarding vendors/businesses?
There is not one recurring theme because our shoppers come to the Holly Day Market for many different things. The items our merchants sell are different from every other merchant there. Also, we bring merchants that have items you will not be able to find locally and also some local vendors who are very popular.
What is your favorite aspect of HDM?
I have served on the Holly Day Market since the beginning and I look forward every year to seeing our shoppers walk out with many bags from every merchant. The shoppers seem to have had a wonderful time and were able to get most of their Christmas shopping complete. Also, I must mention that I am a shop-a-holic and I love the opportunity to spend 3 days shopping and visiting with all of the merchants.
Please join Trillium for a Special Event!
Meet Jewelry Artist
Stephanie Spackman
Thursday, October 22
2 – 8 pm
525 W. Short Street
859.255.1010
Preview her latest collection of beautifully faceted gemstones
Enter a drawing for a chance to win these fabulous Turquoise & Aquamarine Earrings valued at $575!
Music by HAUTE! Halfway to Hazard.
Tickets can be purchased online or by calling 888-388-2620.
Sponsorship opportunities are available.
Pics of Halfway to Hazard
L.V. Harkness will be hosting their Autumn Celebration. This event will feature the glass of William Yeoward, silver of Sandra Jordan, porcelain of Meissen, stationery of Dempsey & Carroll and the jewelry of Grainger McKoy.
Monday, October 19
6 – 8 pm
LV Harkness
531 W. Short Street
www.lvharkness.com
Now through October 26th
Worlds Apart Home Store
850 East High Street
Chevy Chase – Lex, KY
859.269.9558
Come see She Beads - hand rolled clay bead jewelry! During the trunk show Worlds Apart will have the full collection available so hurry while supplies last!
She Beads are designed by Sandy Rueve, an artist out of Chicago where each bead is rolled by hand! They are then srung with bali sterling or Swarovski crystals. The ‘SB’ logo next to the knot signifies an original She Bead creation.
She Beads offers bracelets, necklaces, earrings, keychains, watches, pendants, anklets and charms!
