While out and about making the rounds of Mequon shops I spied at Olive a delicious chocolate brown mud silk voile ‘Pod’ dress by couture eco-designer Linda Loudermilk with a flirty Habotai silk underskirt sporting text paying homage to the New York Times. Hanging on the sale rack alongside other marked down pieces of her acclaimed Fall 2008 collection, needless to say, as a lover of words, I was thrilled. Then I looked at the size… Alas, dear reader, it was too small. So with much regret I bequeath the opportunity to purchase this exquisite dream of a dress to a shopper far trimmer than I who is sure to treasure its incredible design for seasons to come. 10910 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon, 262-241-8063, Speaking of great deals on fine fashion, have you been to Gigi’s Rack yet? It’s a must-stop for women who care more than a whit about fashion. Filled with overstock and previous season bridal, prom, casual and evening fashions from Gigi’s of Mequon, pricing is unbelievable. How unbelievable you ask? How about a stunning lyrically embroidered $5000 bridal dress drastically marked down to a mere $500? 1550 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon, 262-241- 7350, Warmer weather lures lots more guys out of doors to work up sweats jogging, biking or kicking or tossing a ball about so I can’t help but wonder how many have heard about new ‘anti-stink’ Performance Underwear by Duluth Trading Company. Available in Boxers, Briefs and Boxer Briefs these nylon spandex wardrobe staples are lots lighter and ‘stretchy’ than cotton undies and designed to wick away sweat like nobody’s business to eliminate chafing, itching and that ‘clammy’ feeling. Tested by athletes and guys in tough occupations where comfort and freedom of movement are essential these comfy, easy care unmentionables got high marks not only for their antibacterial aspect but for being “the best damn underwear” ever worn, and for keeping everything snuggly “where it belongs.” Available in sizes medium to 3XL, all three styles are available in black and white and lots of other manly colors. 800-505-8888, Appliance World gives Brewer fans one more reason to cheer to the team on. Purchase any name brand appliance during their April 17 CHECK OUT April 17 (7- 10 p.m.) and April 18 (noon- 7 p.m.) at Fashion Ninja: Shop the 2009 HANDBAG EXPO for over 200 one-of-kind handbags created by local designers in all styles, shapes and sizes. 315 N. Plankinton, 414-481-3865, April 17 April 17-19 at The Garden Room: A SPRING CLEANING SALE shaves 30-70 percent off select items like Kidorable rain gear, glazed pots, shrub rakes, gardening books and gloves. 2107 E. Capitol Dr. 414-963-1657, Through April 30 at Lela: Save on style with a real economic stimulus package. Save 10 percent on purchases of $200 – $350, 20 percent on $351-$500, 30 percent on $501 – $750 and a whopping 40 percent on purchases of $751 -$1000. April 17 (6-8 p.m.) at Neroli Salon & Spa: Experience the energy of a live photo shoot highlighting spring trends in hair and makeup and save 10 percent on all retail purchases. 325 E. Chicago St., 414-227-2888, April 16 (Brookfield) and April 17-18 (Mequon) at Valentina: A TRUNK SHOW TRIFECTA featuring wearable art by Catherine Bacon, stunning jewelry from Susan Green and contemporary leather and fur from Grown Beans. 18900 W. Bluemound Rd., (262)-789-7759 & 1505 W. Mequon Rd., (262) 241-4122, April 17-19 and April 24-25 at Flaire: With racks of $10, $20 and $50 merchandise markdowns winter finally takes a powder while spring gets sweeter with new fashions for men and women on sale for 25 percent off. 414-223-5100. April 17-18 at Zita: Bride-to-be save 10 percent on elegant sophisticated gowns featuring lush detailing, exquisite beading and signature hand rolled roses at the ALVINA VALENTA TRUNK SHOW. 211 E. Silver Spring Dr., 414-332-0126, April 16- 21 (Brookfield) & April 22- 26 (Mequon) at Faye’s: Fans of consistently cool and luxuriously simple fashions will appreciate the immediate selection available at the WE LOVE THEORY EVENT. 1505 W. Mequon Rd., 262- 241-8386 & 18900 W. Bluemound Rd., 262-432-0070, April 20- 26 at the Whitefish Bay and Elm Grove Elements Therapeutic Massage Studios: During a dual FIRST ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION, specials for non-members include $49 fifty five minute massages, a drawing for free three month membership, gift cards with the membership purchase and massage session packages plus complimentary sessions to try out a new ‘Stress Express’ massage designed to accommodate hectic schedules and tightened budgets. 312 E. Silver Spring Drive, 414-332-3260 & 12920 W. Bluemound Road in Elm Grove, 262-754-3850,
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While out and about making the rounds of Mequon shops I spied at Olive a delicious chocolate brown mud silk voile ‘Pod’ dress by couture eco-designer Linda Loudermilk with a flirty Habotai silk underskirt sporting text paying homage to the New York Times. Hanging on the sale rack alongside other marked down pieces of her acclaimed Fall 2008 collection, needless to say, as a lover of words, I was thrilled. Then I looked at the size… Alas, dear reader, it was too small. So with much regret I bequeath the opportunity to purchase this exquisite dream of a dress to…
