Save the ugly Christmas sweater for the so named party theme, or sweet natured Aunt Ethel. This year kick up the sparkle factor of your celebration and deck the halls of your closet with metallics, mixed patterns, and of course, accessories. All events and occasions can be accessorized, even watching a movie in your P.J.’s is more exciting with a little shimmer. Southern Maryland has no shortage of “shopportunities” one just have to know where to look!
The challenge of the treasure hunt is as thrilling, as it is resourceful. The newly opened LaPosh Consign & Boutique, www.laposhconsign.com , on Point Look Out Rd in Great Mills offers not only designer accessories and apparel, but at extremely reasonable prices. Boutique Owner Melissa Walton offers a generous 60/40 split for those consigning, which helps ensure the quality of the pieces offered. Gently worn cocktail dresses and handbags are the perfect solution to the big event. A smashing dress would certainly be noticed if worn 2 years consecutively, so why not re-purpose? Not into OPP (Other People’s Purses)? LaPosh also flaunts new designer items for those looking to splurge. Recently opened in August of this year, the tastefully appointed shop is a reprieve from the exhaustive large parking lots and packed malls. Offering a relaxing and inviting boutique experience, the quest is completed with real handled bags and attractive tissue paper.
Downtown Leonardtown is home to Colleen’s Dream and vintage everything! Timeless coats, classic boots and a mink stole, at a real steal. This shop requires a little hunting indeed and is packed with so many unique pieces there is no way you can leave empty handed (consider yourself warned)! There is still time for Santa’s elves to sneak in for last minute Christmas garb or grab the cocktail couture for a vintage New Year.
Not sure how to rock vintage style? Check out fashion websites and blogs for inspiration and encouragement. LuLu’s Vintage www.lulusvintage.com details everything from buttons to crinolines, while Couture Allure’s www.coutureallure.blogspot.com smart post recently adorned the vintage gloves defining the elegance and grace the 20’s and 30’s. Etsy www.etsy.com is a must visit for those craving a more retro panache. This site also allows aspiring designers to put their pieces on display or consigners to sell to a larger market.
Consignment shopping offers so much variety to any wardrobe and with double or even single digit price tags, one can afford to take a chance with a flamboyant bag or a rhinestone belt. There are really no rules when it comes to fashion, so be fearless. Well, expect for Aunt Ethel’s sweater. -xo
