August 19 – 26
Everyone deserves a bit of ‘all about me’ time right? So even though I worry I wont be able to get an appointment after telling everyone how wonderful the Custom Facials by Serenity’s esthetician Jane Rice are, well, I just can’t help it. Especially because for a full 75 minutes, this former LPN dedicates herself to delivering an ultimate facial experience covering skin analysis, cleansing, customized mask, steam and extractions plus a face, hand, arm and foot massage and rehydrating paraffin hand treatment. And all for just $65. Honey, I’m telling you by the time she was finished with me, I was butter. 151 N. Water St. (in the Moda Salon). 414-291-3900 ex. 229.
Calling all posh fashinistas. Any day now, Cranston (a store that knows a little something about living and entertaining with style) is poised to open Cranston Couture, their fashion annex adjacent to the main store. I took a peek inside last weekend and found the shop small but definitely overflowing with new and barely worn designer fashions from designers like Chanel, Essa, Yves Saint Laurent, St. John, Dolce & Gabana, Christian Lacroix and Peter Som. All of it priced at least 75 percent off retail. Because you never know what you’ll find – I saw an Armani classic black jacket and slacks for a mere $300 and a fabulously unique leopard print evening coat for under $200 – I feel safe saying that for stylish women on the prowl, this store is bound to become a must stop. 250 N. Water St., 414-289-9880, cranstonaccents.com.
Speaking of elevated style, stay tuned for news on The Factory. A new boutique from the ladies of Valentina it’s expected to open in the Historic Third Ward late summer or early fall with a definite focus on contemporary urban fashions.
This Saturday, August 22 (9 am. – 4 p.m.), smart shoppers strolling the streets of Delafield can scoop up savings of up to 75 percent on past season merchandise from stores like Tadpoles, Main Street Soap Shop, Lieblang Leather, Nottingham Beads, the Lang Store, Bangles & Bags, Jamie Wilke Interiors, Bark River Kids and more during the town’s annual Tent Sale. Delafield-wi.org.
Looking for something to inspire your kids? When 10-year-old Maddie Bradshaw designed her first bottle cap necklace little did the young entrepreneur know that within two years her company, M3 Girl Designs, would be responsible for the current ‘must have’ fashion accessory for ‘tweens’ across the country. Today graphic, colorful and collectable Snap Caps come in a wide variety of popular themes and you’ll find plenty of ‘em at Tadpoles and Sydney B. 708 Genesee St., Delafield, 262-646-5556, tadpolekids.com & 1350 W Mequon, Mequon, 262-240-9970.
The first of the fall 09 collection from Gitman Bros. Vintage has arrived at Detour. An American heritage line of sport shirts paying tribute to finely crafted perennial favorites of the past, look for washed oxford and pinpoint, gingham checks and colorful tartans sporting retro details like double track stitching, chalk buttons, locker loops and the original Gitman Bros. Est. 1978 label. Meanwhile, ladies might want to check out the store’s new shipment of super cool sexy signature tees in surprising silhouettes from KAIN Label. 1300 E. Brady St., 414- 273-5156, shopdetour.com.
CHECK OUT
August 26 at Blush: Learning is fun with the Back to School Basics special for students under the age of 21. Purchase $75 of product and receive a free lesson loaded with terrific new style tips and makeup techniques ensuring you’ll put your best face forward this fall. 249 N. Water St., 414-272-1718, blushmilwaukee.com.
August 21 – 23 at Goldi: Doubling up on comfort, the store presents not one but two trunk shows. Shop Jag Jean’s great fitting affordable priced denim along with shoes from J-41 footwear which pairs fun style and great walking features. 4114 N Oakland Ave., 414-431-4832, goldishoes.com.
Right now at Cody and Company Salon: Sign up online for emails on the Specials Page at codyandcompanysalon.com to receive 50 percent off services.
Until August 31 at Faye’s: Get 75 – 90 percent off great summer clothing, jewelry and accessories during the store’s Last Ditch Deals days. 1505 W. Mequon Rd., 262- 241-8386 & 18900 W. Bluemound Rd., 262) 432-0070, fayes123.com.
Thru August 31 at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness: Free haircut with every hair color service booked the same day. 342 N. Water St., 414-227-2889, institutebw.com.
Through September 10 at Luci (all 3 locations): Exchange gently worn dresses suitable for a proms, weddings, interviews etc. to be donated to area women’s shelters for 15 percent off any single purchase or 45 percent off any second purchase. Also note that the boutique’s Shorewood location is now a fashion outlet offering 50 – 75 percent daily savings on fashionable clothing. Recycling fashion, shoppers can also earn ‘Luci Money’ by bringing in designer jeans, tops and dresses they no longer wear. 5724 W. Center Way, Bayshore, 414-967-7933, 532 N. water street, 414-226-0114 & 4405 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, 414-967-1404, luciboutique.com.
