Spring Fashion Insider: Openings, Sales + More
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Spring has hit the boutiques and boulevards in Rhode Island, and we've rounded up a shopping bag full of fashion news, steals and deals.
Nankeen moves to Newport
One of the most stunning shops in Tiverton Four Corners has taken up residence on Lower Thames Street in Newport. Nankeen, home of those indigo bags, totes, and home accessories,
is open for business at 421 Thames St. In addition to those summery prizes, look for the boutique's new line for men. 401-367-1620, www.nankeenstyle.com
Sea Star Collection Pops Up on Bellevue
And if you haven't been in Newport lately, make sure to check out the other latest boutique to open earlier this month, this one on Bellevue. Sea Star Collection is filled with the furnishings , decor, and jewelry that resonates with true coastal living. 148 Bellevue Ave, Newport. www.seastarcollection.com
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Ready for some spring deals? You can grab $10 off at Aeropostale and $5 off at The Body Shop (but through 4/30). With the warm weather here, don't miss a special $39 sandal sale at Bakers (through 5/26). Speaking of summer, check out Origins' A Perfect World BB SPF 15 Age-defense tinted moisturizer with White Tea, and receive a free 30ml A Perfect World Cleanser with any Perfect World purchase (through May 26). And with picnic and graduation styles coming in a Vera Bradley, check out a special picnic blanket on special for just $60.
Dress for Success Fashion Show May 3
Dress for Success Rhode Island will host its second annual “Lights, Camera, Fashion” show and silent auction on May 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Providence Marriott. Expect an array of sophisticated fashions and silent auction items emceed by Mario Hilario of WJAR TV. The fashion show will begin at 8 p.m. All proceeds from the evening go directly to Dress for Success Rhode Island, an inspiring volunteer-run local non-profit organization that helps provide suits and self-sufficiency to women in need at the local level. Dress for Success RI provides interview-appropriate clothing and employment retention support to disadvantaged women transitioning into the work place. Worldwide, Dress for Success has helped suit thousands of women. Visit www.dressforsuccessri.org for more information. $40 general admission, $60 VIP tickets. Call 401-725-2900.
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