Motley Shoe Shop
By now you’ve all heard of Bodega, the so-hip-it-hurts sneaker haven masquerading as a run down convenience shop, tucked away behind the Christian Science Center, off Mass Ave. It’s a place where sneak freaks collude behind tins of sardines and boxes of Tide. Cool, but not exactly fashionista friendly. Doug Palardy, of Motley fame, (he’s got the t-shirt cum gift shop as well as the home store on Tremont), has conceived of a more straightforward solution to supplying fans of athletic footwear the most coveted styles. In mid-October he plans to open the doors of Motley Shoe Shop on Dartmouth Street in the South End. The space will be an ode to the green movement, with a totally recycled build-out that includes railroad tie shelving, reclaimed wood from the rickety, old dive bar, Waltham Tavern (he and his pals rescued the floor boards from a Dumpster one night last week), and a (faux?) deer antler chandelier. The goods, however, are modern to the max. (Hey, ‘80s styles calls for ‘80s lingo.) Palardy will offer premium picks of select, limited edition style sneakers from such labels as Nike, Puma, Adidas, Converse, Clarks, and Purcell. The shop will cater mostly to men, but there will be a good deal of offerings for urban ladies too. Wonder if they’ll carry those Rainbow Reeboks I had to have back in junior high . . .
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76 Dartmouth Street, South End
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Itsy Bitsy Boston Bikini? Brrrrr. . .
Wish Splash owners Kelley Frey and Jane Rudnick had a plan when they opened this sliver of a store, stocked with itsy bitsy bikinis, designer tunics, floppy hats, preppy totes, and oversize shades. They’d outfit Boston bathing beauties for the short but sweet summer, and for the long, cold winter, uber-fashiony outerwear would take up residence.
Who knew?
Well now we do, and we’re relieved. Boston winters are bland enough without resorting to anonymous parkas. From pea coats to puffers, car coats to cashmere capes, Wish Splash, or Wish Splash Brrr, as we like to refer to it starting in September, stocks the absolute cutest in outerwear options.
Their best brands all are there – Diane von Furstenberg, Milly, Nanette Lepore, Rebecca Taylor, Theory, Tibi, and Vince – ready and waiting to keep you warm and looking great. Our favorite looks include a black and white giraffe print belted car coat in 100% wool, with glossy, oversized buttons, by Milly, a super fun weekend or work look, and a more sophisticated, but still cute, style by Rebecca Taylor – a belted snow-colored coat with a tonal leopard pattern, with pleated bracelet bell sleeves, and large ruffled rolled collar.
Add accessories like hats, gloves, and starves, and you’re so set.
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15 Charles Street, Beacon Hill
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Boston
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02114
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India Evening: Shop & Get Henna-ed
Sep 20 2007 - 6:00pm
Sep 20 2007 - 8:00pm
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India is the “it” nation. From trendy yoga gear spawned from our incessant addiction to Hollywood movies and chick lit authors expounding on the trials and tribulations of arranged marriage, India’s never been so intriguing.
Shake the Tree, located in Boston’s North End, invites you for a taste of the spicy life on Thursday, September 20th from 6pm to 8pm. This one-night only Indian Bazaar will feature an array of enticing, ethnic treasures that North End resident and burgeoning import extraordinaire, Anna Romano Sundaram, gathered on her recent trip to India.
From silk embroidered tops in gorgeous jewel tones to sequin beaded silk pants and hand-embellished accessories, including jewelry, bindis, belts, badhani dupattas and kolhapuri chappals (scarves and sandals, to you neophytes), plus pillows and throws, we expect to be dazzled.
There’ll be Indian music (Bollywood and Bombay style beats) and drinks. Plus, they’ve invited Heather Caunt-Nulton (hennabyheather.com), a certified henna tattoo artist and BU doctoral student, to adorn your hands or feet.
Stop by Shake the Tree after work to de-stress and shop. Perfect for early holiday presents, as well as pick-me-ups for your still fledgling fall wardrobe. In addition to the evening’s bazaar theme, the boutique stocks stuff like Orla Kiely wallets and totes, Tucker Paisley clutches, Scanty underthings, Lizzie Carter jewelry (the bird necklaces are adorable), Elizabeth W. fragrances, and cute tops and dresses by your favorite labels – Splendid, Velvet, Ella Moss and Susana Monaco. And Red Engine denim too!
You're sure to achieve nirvana.
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Shake the Tree
95 Salem Street
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617-742-0484
Boston
(617) 742-0484
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I'm So Pretty
While Bostonians may not be the flashiest of citizens, they are certainly meticulous, making well-groomed brows a must-have. And when one mentions brows in Beantown, she’s immediately rewarded with the name Julie Michaud. Michaud’s studio, perched on the fifth floor on the fancier end of Newbury Street, is a well-appointed, peaceful, pastel fantasy. Visiting is akin to primping among friends in a dreamy boudoir. Devoid of pretense and full of fun, not to mention skill, Michaud and staff are expert in cleaning you up and turning you loose ever-so-prettier than before.
Clients beg for her secrets and eager to share, Michaud developed her own line of cosmetics, which are now available online. This summer she launched a few new products, my favorites being her Pretty Pen Mineral Illuminator and Pretty Potion Mineral Sheer Veil.
The Pretty Pen comes in three shades of matte formulations, as well as a Peach Glow, which has an underlying oh-so subtle shimmer. I use the Pretty Pen as an under eye concealer. The pen design – a brush tip on one end and push button on the other – is ingenious, allowing you to paint on as much or as little makeup as you need, in just the right spots. (By the way, many makeup artists were trained in the fine arts, often as painters. You make the connection.) When I need a little extra lift, or just feel like shining, I add some Peach Glow around my eyes’ outer edges.
When feeling particularly flirty, I break out the Pretty Potion Mineral Sheer Veil. It’s light and translucent, so you can layer it right over your foundation. This formula is dew in a bottle. You can use it to highlight your brow bones and cheekbones or even sweep it over your chest.
After these two creations, I’ve taken a true shine to Michaud.
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Michaud Cosmedix(888) 2pretty
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