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Moon & Lola Jewelry Trunk Show at Kristen's Shoe Boutique

2009-11-09T21:13:00.011-05:00

Come out this Thursday, Nov 12th from 11am - 8pm and meet local jewelry designer, Kelly Shatat of Moon & Lola and view her latest collection!

Moon & Lola's jewelry collection has been spotted on several celebrities such as Christina Applegate, Faith Hill, Rachel Ray, Heather Green, and most recently, Gossip Girl's "Vanessa" Jessica Zsohr. Moon & Lola has also recently been featured in Oprah Magazine, People Magazine, InStyle Magazine, and Marie Claire!

This is one trunk show you don't want to miss and it's all happening at Kristen's Shoe Boutique in Cary!

Tell Them you saw it on TheShoppingMemo.com!

Kristen's Shoe Boutique
The Arboretum At Weston
2045 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.1234
www.kristensshoes.com

Girls Night In at Kristen's Shoe Boutique of Cary.

2009-11-09T20:40:00.005-05:00

YOU'RE INVITED to Come out and enjoy a "Girls Night In" at Kristen's Shoe Boutique this Thursday, Nov, 12th from 5pm - 8pm.

Sip, Shop & Socialize with Women, Wine, Shoes & Discounts!

What more could a girl ask for! Hope to see you all there!

Kristens Shoe Boutique
2045 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.1234
www.kristensshoes.com

Beanie + Cecil Baby of Raleigh has added High-End Consignment!

2009-11-09T20:08:00.008-05:00

Beanie+Cecil baby boutique of Raleigh has added High-End Consignment and is now accepting baby clothing sizes 0-2T as well shoes!

Beanie + Cecil Baby currently carries a wide selection of designer & stylish baby furnishings, baby fear, room decor & bedding, clothing, accessories & toys as well as some unique gifts from brands such as Wall Candy, Netto Collection, Little Merry Fellows, Oscar & Belle, Chase 'n Sky, Okkies, Petit Bateau, Baby Bonkie, Luxe Baby, Serena & Lily and much more!

Make an appointment to consign your high-end baby items thru the month of November and receive a $20 Beanie + Cecil Baby Gift Certificate!

And remember if you are a "Pink Perks" VIP cardholder, shop online with Beanie + Cecil Baby for other special discounts!

Beanie + Cecil Baby
Cameron Village
400 Daniels Street
Raleigh, NC 27605
919.821.7985
www.beanieandcecilbaby.com

Store Hours:
Mon-Sat 10-6
Sun 1-5

Bevello Boutique opens 2nd Location in Winston Salem. Grand Opening Event, Nov. 19th

2009-11-09T18:51:00.011-05:00

Heading to Winston Salem anytime soon? Well you definitely want to check out the Grand Opening of the latest location for Bevello Boutique.

For those of you who may not know, Bevello Boutique started out as an online shop in April of 2009, then quickly made a new home with their first store-front location in Raleigh's Cameron Village and has now moved forward and spread it's love to Winston Salem fashionistas!

Bevello Boutique of Winston Salem carries irresistably cute, yet simple, reasonably-priced (most under $100), everyday-wear clothing & accessories from up-and-coming American independent, emerging designers with styles you won't find anywhere else.

Please join Bevello Boutique for their Winston Salem Grand Opening Event on Thursday, Nov. 19th at the Thruway Shopping Center from 7pm -9pm. RSVP by email to attend at thruway@bevello.com with your name, phone number and number of guests.

Tell them you saw it on TheShoppingMemo.com!

Bevello Boutique
416 S. Stratford Rd. Suite 400
Winston Salem, NC 27103
336.722.6470
www.bevello.com

Store Hours:
Mon-Sat 10am - 8pm
Sun 12pm-6pm

Trunk Show, Charity Event, and Meet & Greet at Ciao Bella Boutique this week.

2009-11-09T18:28:00.012-05:00

There's alot going on this week at Ciao Bella Boutique of Cary and You're Invited!

Join Ciao Bella Boutique for some great gal pal events this week as they will be hosting a Trunk Show featuring local jewelry artist Wendy Perry, with new and exciting styles for any and all occasions. The show starts Thursday, Nov, 12th and runs thru Saturday, Nov. 14th.

Also, Nov. 12th kicks off the Dress for Success Charity Event. Bring in a gently worn suit or business attire and receive 20% OFF One item in the store! (excludes accessories and Trunk Show items). Head next door to Kristen’s Shoe Boutique, donate a pair of gently used soles and/or business accessories, including brief cases and handbags and also Receive 20% OFF a pair of new shoes!

Last, but not least, come out and Meet Mystic Grits Author - DJ Mitsch, Thursday, Nov. 12th for a special book signing from 4-7:30 pm.

How's that for a fun-filled week of events at two of your favorite local area boutiques? Seems like a good time to start your Holiday Shopping!

Hope to see you there!

Ciao Bella Boutique
The Arboretum at Weston
2055 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.8320
www.shopatciaobella.com

Store Hours:
Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM

Adore Designer Resale Boutique & Consignment Shop in Cary is NOW OPEN!

2009-10-23T18:28:00.011-04:00

ADORE, Cary's newest designer resale boutique & consignment shop & newest sponsor & local supporter of TheShoppingMemo.com, officially opened it's doors last week!

With an assortment of designer clothing and accessories that are fabulously affordable, ADORE is the place where designer samples, overstocks and resale reside in a glamorous and hip atmosphere. We want our customers to enjoy fashion, shopping, and a great bargain as much as we do. ADORE offers consignors and suppliers the utmost in services.

Coach, Prada, Armani, Nanette Lepore, Burberry, Dolce & Gabanna, Juicy Couture, Manolo Blahnik, Michael Kors, Gucci as well as a few very vintage items. The list goes on and on. Every fashionistas dream, but all without the high prices!

Resale at Adore equals stylish recycling!

ADORE carries a variety of sizes and high-end styles, even Plus-Sizes. Adore Boutique is currently accepting ladies designer clothing & accessories for consignment! Contact Adore today to consign your designer goods.

Special Offer for "Pink Perks" cardholders - Receive 15% OFF your total purchase! Be sure to present your card when visiting Adore!

Adore Designer Resale Boutique
4226 NW Cary Parkway, Cary, NC
(near Preston Corners & next to La Farm)
919.481.3400
www.adoreboutiques.com

Store Hours:
Mon- Friday - 9-6
Thursday till 8pm
Saturday 9 -5
Sun 12-5

Low Budget. High Style. Get it at Gigi's Boutique.

2009-10-20T21:04:00.021-04:00

We may be going through tough times, but that doesn't mean the closets of all of us shoppers & fashionistas alike need to be anything less than full. Here's another reason to fall in love with more of what local shopping opportunities exist in our area.

Let me introduce you to our newest sponsor, Gigi's Boutique.

Gigi's Boutique is an upscale boutique for women that focuses on the latest fashions, versatility and customer service while offering great looks and price points that will allow you to build back up your fabulous wardrobe! With all items in the store under $100 and clothing that fits a variety of shapes and sizes, Gigi's Boutique is every shop-a-holic's dream!

With cute trendy dresses, flowery, patterned & plaid tops, casual wear, work attire, Miss Me denim, Silver Denim, Bobi Tees, Karlie, Hanky Pankies as well as chic accessories, everyone will be sure to find something they'll like, all at affordable prices. The racks are organized by color and complete outfits are on display, so shopping is a breeze.

Most items carried, arrive in a limited amount available which means, you'll be styling the latest looks that won't be seen all over town!.

Gigi's opened their first location in Raleigh's Stonehenge Market a few years back and now you'll be able to enjoy twice as much "Low Budget, High Style" with the opening of their 2nd location at Crescent Commons in Cary - NOW OPEN! Crescent Commons is located at the corner of Tryon Rd & Kildaire Farm.

Now there's no excuse to a "half full" wardrobe closet. Go ahead. Splurge at Gigi's Boutique and tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you!

Gigi's Boutique
Stonehenge Market
7428 Creedmoor Road
Raleigh, NC 27613
919-846-0014

Crescent Commons
2068 Kildaire Farm Road
Cary, NC 27511
919-851-5232
www.shopgigisboutique.com

Store Hours:
Mon-Fri 10am-7pm
Sat 10am-6pm
Sun -Closed

No Stress Tresses Event at Bevello Boutique

2009-10-20T20:03:00.007-04:00

When they say they are a full service boutique, they mean it!

bevello is offering a two hour event Wednesday, October 21st, from 7-9pm at their Cameron Village location and YOU"RE INVITED! Focused on all things hair; they’ve got their in house stylist, Emily Robbins, available to answer your questions and show you simple tricks for your tresses.

Enjoy wine and hor d’oeuvres as you browse the latest fall merchandise. And as an added feel-good, 10% of all purchases during the event will be donated to MorLove, a fashion-forward, global-reaching charity. Find out “mor” online at morlove.org.

Reservations are preferred. RSVP by email to attend at cameron@bevello.com with your name, phone number and number of guests. Space is limited; early arrival is recommended.

bevello boutique
2010 Cameron Street
Raleigh, NC
919.821.0884
www.bevello.com

Current 2009 "Pink Perks" Card Offers

2009-10-19T10:41:00.065-04:00

These are the latest offers for "Pink Perks" VIP Cardholders Only....Present your "Pink Perks" VIP Shopping Memo card at the following locations to receive the latest EXCLUSIVE offers, discounts and other perks!

*Note*: You must be a "Pink Perks" cardholder member to receive these discounts and some restrictions may apply to these offers. Offers are subject to change without notice.

Don't have a "Pink Perks" Card?
Want access to these EXCLUSIVE offers and more?
Order YOURS today!

Ciao Bella - 20% OFF your total in-store purchase

Adore - Designer Resale Boutique - 15% OFF your total in-store purchase

Kristen's Shoe Boutique - Receive 15% OFF any one In-Stock Item

The Pink Alli - 20% OFF purchase

Martin & Mary's - $25 off your $100 in-store purchase

Cute Buttons - 15% OFF any one in-store item

Beanie + Cecil Baby - (enter code "theshoppingmemo" in the notes)
Spend $100 ONLINE, & receive a $20 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate
Spend $150 ONLINE & receive a $30 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate
Spend $200 ONLINE & receive a $40 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate
Spend $250+ ONLINE & receive a $50 Beanie + Cecil Baby gift certificate

ClothesHound (online shop) - 25% OFF your total purchase - (enter checkout code " pink perks ")

Lather Hair Salon - Raleigh - 20% OFF your first visit & 10% OFF future visits

L & C Designs - (online shop) 20% OFF total purchase

The Smitten Boutique - 10% off entire in-store purchase ( excludes Pandora ) .

Fifi's Fine Resale - Durham- 20% OFF total in-store purchase

B Roman Day Spa - 10% OFF any single priced in-store Spa Service

RainyDay Bridal Wear - FREE Upgrade to Priority Shipping

Southern Charm - 15% OFF in-store Purchase

Calm & Sense - Receive a FREE Shower Steamer

Blue Tiger Gifts - 15% OFF total in-store purchase

Miss Taffy's Cheesecakes - 15% OFF your order

Good Girls Studio - (online shop) - 25% OFF total ONLINE purchase ( enter code "shoppingmemo" )

additional offers & discounts coming soon!

(If you are local boutique, salon, spa, gift shop or other retailer and would like to add your discount to our readers thru our "Pink Perks" program, please email us your details at info@theshoppingmemo.com)

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**These offers cannot be combined with any other offer, special, or discount unless otherwise stated. All current offers are valid until December 31st, 2009**

We've OFFICIALLY Launched an Online Boutique Website Design Dept - Raleigh, North Carolina!

2009-10-13T23:25:00.006-04:00

Due to the increase in demand for our Boutique Web Design services, and with over 10 years web design experience, We decided it was time to OFFICIALLY launch a separate online Boutique Website Design dept based right here in Raleigh, North Carolina!

PoshePixels is our NEW sister company to TheShoppingMemo.com, where we specialize in hip, trendy, stylish & professional boutique logo design, boutique web design & boutique e-commerce websites, all at affordable prices.

Check it out at www.PoshePixels.com and let us know what you think!

Birthday Sale at Ciao Bella Boutique in Cary.

2009-10-13T21:17:00.006-04:00

Congratulations and Happy Birthday to Ciao Bella Boutique of Cary, who has just turned 3! And guess what? They want to give you a gift!!

Stop by their store located at The Arboretum of Weston, Wednesday, Oct 15th thru - Saturday Oct. 17th and Receive 15% OFF All Coats and Jackets.

Even though it still feels like summer with all the warm temperatures we've been having, you'd better check the local weather forecast, it seems it's going to get chilly in the next few days. So now is the perfect time to cover up! Fashionably, of course.

Happy Shopping and most importantly, Happy Birthday, Ciao Bella!

As always, don't forget to tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you.

Ciao Bella Boutique
The Arboretum at Weston
2055 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.8320
www.shopatciaobella.com

Store Hours:
Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM

They're Here! They're Here! The "Pink Perks" V.I.P Shopping Memo cards are in!

2009-10-08T18:47:00.005-04:00

Get access to a variety of Exclusive Offers, Advance Notice of Sales, Discounts & other "Perks" from boutiques, retail shops, online shops, salons, spas, cafe's/bakeries & more! Also receive Advanced Notice & Invites to the hottest Fashion Shows, Shopping Parties, Sample Sales, Girls Nite Out, Giveaways and much more all year round!

Get yours today! Find out How!

"Style Stock" - Showcase your Style - NEW Regular Feature on TheShoppingMemo.com

2009-10-08T12:48:00.002-04:00

COMING SOON! Have your chance to showcase your style in our NEW upcoming "Style Stock" section that will be an Regular feature on TheShoppingMemo.com.

Think you have great style? Want to be in the spotlight on TheShoppingMemo.com?

Want to show off your latest style or your kids latest style with the fabulous new outfit, shoes or accessories you recently bought from one of our local boutiques/retailers or maybe something from your own collection or designs?

We want to see them! We are looking for local readers to send in their photos or personal videos wearing or showcasing their latest style selections chosen from our fabulous retailers or styles from their own "latest" collections on our new "Style Stock" feature! Be creative. You just might see your submission on TheShoppingMemo.com! Also have a chance to Win some great giveaways by showcasing us your style!

(Some restrictions may apply. We may not accept all submissions. Accepted submissions will become the property of TheShoppingMemo.com and will be published on a regular basis. We will not accept anything deemed inappropriate.)

Stay Tuned.

Note: If you are interested in sending in your most recent photos or videos to be selected to participate in our new "Style Stock" Showcase before we officially "launch" our regular feature, email us at info@theshoppingmemo.com:

Please include your name, email address, website or blog address, details about what you are wearing and where you purchased it, tell us your favorite style and your favorite local store to shop.

End of Season Switchflop sale at The Pink Alli

2009-10-08T12:07:00.005-04:00

It's time for the gals at The Pink Alli gift boutique in Cary to start making room for all of their Holiday goodies so they are saying goodbye to their Switchflops selections for this year but will have them back around March 2010.

All Switchflops and Straps are 50% off! Once they sell out they will be gone for the season! So hurry because they will not last long!

As always dahlings, The Pink Alli always has the most-diva-worthy gifts, accessories, bath & body products, & home accents for all!

Don't forget to mention TheShoppingMemo.com to enjoy 20% OFF any ONE Regular Priced item in the store and FIRST TIME CUSTOMERS receive 15% OFF your ENTIRE purchase!. ( excluding jewelry and monogramming)

The Pink Alli
406 Ledgestone Way
Cary, NC 27519
919-460-2554
www.thepinkalli.com

Store Hours:
Monday-Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm
Sundays: 11:00am-4:00pm

Hey moms! Beanie + Cecil Baby Boutique makes a new sytlish home on the web.

2009-10-08T11:44:00.009-04:00

Beanie + Cecil Baby has recently re-launched it's newly re-designed website that is completely adorable and must be checked out! The newly launched website features a wide selection of stylish baby furnishings, baby gear, room décor & bedding, clothing, accessories & toys as well as a fabulous selection of unique gifts complete with a new online Gift Registry.

Beanie + Cecil Baby is a local children's boutique located in Cameron Village of Raleigh, carrying the cutest designer items from brands such as Wall Candy, Netto Collection, Little Merry Fellows, Oscar & Belle, Chase 'n Sky, Okkies, Petit Bateau, Baby Bonkie, Luxe Baby, Serena & Lily and much more!

Beanie + Cecil Baby prides itself on great customer service, strives to keep the newest lines and latest products in stock as well as ensures the safety of all its' products while keeping in mind the aesthetic desires of style-savvy customers.

You can now shop online with their new website and receive FREE Shipping on orders of $75 or more, but of course they would still love to see you at the shop too! Check with www.beanieandcecilbaby.com often, as you will find the latest product arrivals, sale items and hip happenings all in one place!

Be sure to stop by and visit their store and tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you!

Also, In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Beanie + Cecil Baby will be donating a percentage of sales for anything PINK purchased on their website this month (donation will go to a local organization at the end of Oct.)!

Beanie + Cecil Baby
Cameron Village
400 Daniels Street
Raleigh, NC 27605
919.821.7985
www.beanieandcecilbaby.com

Store Hours:
Mon-Sat 10-6
Sun 1-5

Think Pink! Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

2009-10-02T19:34:00.016-04:00

October 1st officially kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there are several local ways to make a huge difference in the fight against the disease with the things we're already doing - like shopping at your favorite local shops and donating to charity!

Here are some great savings & events to enjoy while supporting a great cause:

Scout & Molly's (North Hills) -Today through Sunday, October 4th, EVERYTHING PINK Will Be 20 % Off! (North Hills Raleigh Location Only)

Monkees (North Hills) -Car decals with the “We Wear Pink” design can be acquired and proudly displayed with a minimum donation of $2.

Monkee’s T-shirts with the official “We Wear Pink” design will also be available with a minimum $12 donation. (100% of all decal proceeds, and $8 of every shirt donation will go to Passionately Pink for the Cure, a program of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.)

Charlotte's of North Hills - Charlotte's Gift Boutique will be serving pink lemonade and offering all customers 25% off anything pink.

There's also a great locally-based Breast Cancer Foundation, the Pretty in Pink Foundation that also accepts donations anytime! Pretty In Pink Foundation is a great organization that serves people diagnosed with breast cancer who have limited health insurance benefits, or in many cases, no health insurance at all. Be sure to show your support and contact the Pretty in Pink Foundation today.

White Pear Shop, an all-natural bath and body products store in Wake Forest, has created a special “Pamper Me Pink Keepsake Box” that includes a body scrub, a Shea soufflé, and a shower gell, all made of fine essential oil blends that are gentle on the skin. The products in the box feature the Pretty In Pink Foundation logo, and 25 percent of the revenue from the sale of these gift boxes is donated to Pretty In Pink Foundation.

Swagger Gifts, an upscale boutique in Cary’s Lochmere Pavilion, specializing in personalized gifts, has added Pretty In Pink Foundation to its Community Giving Program. When a customer mentions Pretty In Pink at checkout, Swagger will donate five percent of the sale (excluding tax) to the Pretty In Pink Foundation.

If you are a local retail shop owner and want to spread the word on what your doing this month to help raise awareness on Breast Cancer, email us at info@theshoppingmemo.com and we will add it to this list!

Thank you for your support and think pink!

Annual Vintage Jewelry Show & Sale at Joint Venture Jewelry

2009-09-30T09:08:00.005-04:00

Joint Venture Estate Jewelers will be hosting their annual Vintage Jewelry Show & Sale (25% off Dealer specials) October 1-12.

Hundreds of unique pieces from the Victorian Era of the late 1800’s through the roaring 20’s with lace & filigree to include the Art Deco period as well. The treasures can be previewed at www.jointventurejewelry.com

Joint Venture Jewelry
2042 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.0092
www.jointventurejewelry.com

Sensible Advice: Give Yourself a Break! Newly Discovered Relaxation Store in Raleigh, Calm & Sense.

2009-09-29T20:51:00.055-04:00

Ladies, you know what we're talking about... Checking off our To-do lists that seem to grow hour by hour, week by week while trying to find our "me" moments has us totally stressed. What do we do? Well it's time to steal those moments, not feel guilty and reach a sense of relaxation! It is ok, ya know.

De-stressing your life will enable you to get all those things done easier and faster so, The Shopping Memo is extremely excited about our new fab find, Calm & Sense Boutique of Raleigh, owned by Chief Relaxation Officer, Susan Bray and to announce a SPECIAL Exclusive OFFER & Giveaway!

Calm and Sense, a boutique Relaxation Store, helps you to reach ultimate relaxation through sensory pampering of touch, taste, sight, smell and sound with their amazing stress-relieving, natural products and gifts.

Walking through the door at this newly discovered gem, was like standing in a room of our own imaginative serene ambiance, surrounded by beautiful scents, sounds, & sights that inspired immediate relaxation & relief. What a pleasure finding such a sanctuary in our city that exists like Calm & Sense to help us channel our inner being the way we deserve!

You can Enjoy heatable wraps, mittens and slippers that have eucalyptus, lavender or spice scents, or surround yourself in luxury with a plush robe while sipping devine cocoas like Chocolate Truffle or Holiday Spice, or enjoy Zhena's Gypsy Teas.... Pamper yourself with bath bombs like Sexy Cinnamon or Coco Mango, or Deep Steep organic bubble baths in scents like Lavender Chamomile or Grapefruit Bergamont. Once you step out of the shower or bath, use gentle healing shea butter blends from Nubian Heritage or Desert Essence in aromas of Vanilla Chai or Lemongrass and then Turn down the lights and turn up the romance with a hand carved salt lamp while you apply Biggs & Featherbelle massage bars in Ylang-Ylang & Patchouli and follow the easy Lovers Massage handbook. Gentle waterfalls and fountains will bring the peaceful sound of water into your home or office or play healing music from their great selection of soothing CDs.

Premade gift boxes are also offered with themes of New Baby, Inspiration, Tea Time and more to take all the stress out of gift giving or you can work with the knowledgable staff to custom design a gift from the heart. Calm and Sense provides a relaxing shopping environment to explore fabulous stress relief products for both yourself and those you care about.

Other products include Ann Made Soy Candles in scents like Purple Basil Cilantro, Mango Papaya, Grapefruit, and Coconut Lime Verbena and Umbra Candles in vivid colors and fragrances like Red Currant, Vanilla Sandalwood and Lemongrass.

As always, Just for being a Shopping Memo insider, Print & Bring this offer into the store now until October 31st and Receive a FREE Shower Steamer and also be Entered to WIN a very refreshing De-Stress Gift Package that includes a myriad of stress relievers including Lavender Soap, Lavender Lotion, Lavender Shower Steamer & a Lavender Stress Ball!

Who doesn't want that?

One Last Note: October 1st thru October 31st, to celebrate their 1 Year Anniversary, Calm & Sense is offering Everything in the store with a Buy 1, Get 1 @ 50% OFF special! Whether it's a soap, a bath bomb, a tea or a fountain, it's on sale! So be sure to grab 2 for a great discount. Give as gifts, keep for yourself, or start holiday shopping early, because these prices will not be repeated!

Calm & Sense is located at the Corner of Oberlin Rd & Glenwood Ave.

Calm & Sense
2603-111 Glenwood Ave
Raleigh, NC 27608
919-787-1799
www.calmandsense.biz

Store Hours
Mon–Sat: 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Sun: Closed

New Arrivals & Customer Appreciation Sale at Ciao Bella Boutique

2009-09-23T16:02:00.004-04:00

Thursday, Sept 24th, & Friday, September 25th.

Receive 15% OFF all NEW Fall Arrivals.!

This is a great time to fab up your FALL wardrobe, say hello to wonderful ladies at Ciao Bella Boutique and grab the latest designer pieces at a great discount!

New Arrivals & Designer Labels from Elliott Lauren, Velvet, Michael Stars, Beija Flor, Donna Degnan, Bailey 44, Gypsy, Skirtin Around, Joy Joy, Pure Color, Notice, Curtsey, Peace of Cloth, Three Dots, Beyond Yoga, Eye Bobs, Spanx, & Seasonal Whispers!

Sale ends Friday, and with styles this HOT, make sure to get there right away and tell them TheShoppingMemo.com sent you!

Ciao Bella Boutique
The Arboretum at Weston
2055 Renaissance Park Place
Cary, NC 27513
919.678.8320
www.shopatciaobella.com

Fashion Show & Wine Tasting at Adams Vineyards.

2009-09-09T15:16:00.004-04:00

The Fuquay Professional Women's Leadership Association will hold a Fashion Show and Wine Tasting at Adams Vineyards in Willow Springs on September 24th, from 6:30pm - 9:30pm, to help raise funds for scholarships to go to women in our local area and YOU'RE INVITED!

The show will feature women's, men's and children's apparel as well jewelry and make-up from several Boutiques & Shops of Fuquay Varina.

There will be light hors d ‘Oeuvres, door prizes and a three wine flight. Tickets are $10.00 in advance or $12.00 at the door and is open to men and women. Tickets may be purchased at the Adams Vineyards & Winery in Willow Springs.

Only 110 tickets will be sold, so get yours now!

Adams Vineyards & Winery
3390 John Adams Rd
Willow Spring, NC 27592
919-567-1010
www.adamsvineyards.com

FiFi's Fine Resale & Consignment Shop Boutique OPENS in Durham

2009-09-09T14:15:00.021-04:00

I was so excited to learn that this new Upscale womens consignment shop has come so close to our hometown (since the closest one is in Southern Pines)! Ok, Here's the scoop:

Fifi's Fine Resale Apparel shop is an upscale, women's, consignment boutique that carries the most popular name brand and designer label clothing, shoes, and accessories. Fifi Queen, owner of the new Durham location, grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina & eventually moved to Florida, where she opened her first location in Jacksonville in 1986 and within 6 months opened a second location, which was later sold. She Re-Opened a new & improved consignment boutique - Fifi’s Fine Resale Apparel, in Amelia Island, FL in 1988, This store and all subsequent stores that have been opened are still in business today! Fifi's leads the way when it comes to high-end consignment and resale!

And now, Fifi's is the hottest new consignment shop & resale boutique for women & teenagers to shop in Durham! It has made a new home in the old location of Belly Blossom Maternity Shop.

It's racks are studded with fine designer apparel, handbags and accessories from unmistakingly fabulous labels such as Marc Jacobs, Citizens of Humanity, Seven for All Mankind, True Religion, Miss Sixty, Chip & Pepper, Michael Kors, Free People, and more.

Although this store has only been open for a few weeks, I was able to scour thru several racks, and stumbled upon one of my favorite finds, a Marc Jacobs denim jacket (which is so "in" right now!) retailed at over $350, with a jaw dropping price at just under $100! And nestled in the front display window was a stylish Escada black pencil skirt with an amazing animal print top! Very stylish.

So, if you are looking for something fun to wear on Friday night, casual, formal, or business attire, or a whole new wardrobe, Fifi's Fine Resale Apparel Shop can help you find just the right pieces - even shoes, boots and jewelry! Also had a chance to chat with the manager Heather, who was fabulous in pointing out the right fit, style and the "must haves" of the season!

So this is a one-stop resale and consignment shop for all you fashionistas alike!

Start sifting thru your closets now and head over to FiFi's to consign your designer "must-haves" and make some extra cash for your new Fall wardrobe.

Fifi's is currently accepting Fall clothing, shoes and accessories. No appointment needed and there is no limit on the amount of items brought in! They are open 7 days a week from 10am - 6pm Monday thru Saturday and 1pm - 5pm on Sunday, so no excuses for not visiting this fine new resale and consignment boutique shop!

Be sure to stop by often, as inventory changes daily!

What's even better? Mention TheShoppingMemo.com and receive 20% OFF your purchase!!

Fifi's Fine Resale Apparel
Sutton Station
5850 Fayetteville Rd. Suite 103
Durham, NC 27713
919-806-3434
www.fifisconsignment.com

"Pink Perks" V.I.P Shopping Memo Card - They're Officially Here!

2009-09-07T23:37:00.006-04:00

Check out the latest "Pink Perks" Offers!

Get dibs on our NEW "Pink Perks" V.I.P Shopping Memo card!

ORDER Yours NOW!

REGISTER & ACTIVATE YOUR CARD HERE.

Get access to a variety of Exclusive Offers, Discounts & other "Perks" from boutiques, retail shops, online shops, salons, spas, cafe's/bakeries & more! Also receive Exclusive Invites to the hottest Fashion Shows, Shopping Parties, Sample Sales, Girls Nite Out, Giveaways and much more all year round!

We have approximately 20 current SPECIAL offers just for "Pink Perks" cardholders from our local sponsors which we will be updating our list with all current offers and posting in our special "Pink Perks" section by next week.

So be sure to Order online NOW at our SPECIAL Introductory Price of $5 ( Regular Price: $25 /year ) & you will receive 2009 Membership Card (s) in a few business days.

Order 1 for yourself or as many as you'd like and give them
as gifts to your friends and family! They'll appreciate it.

Order today and you will also be entered in a drawing to WIN (2)
FREE 2010 "Pink Perks" Yearly VIP Membership cards
Keep 1 for Yourself & Give One to A Friend!
(a $50 Value)

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Holidays are coming soon and you don't want to miss out on any great deals, events or special offers and you don't want your friends too either!

2009 Introductory Memberships will be valid thru December 2009 and will need to be renewed in January 2010. Additional Offers will be added regularly, so check back often!

Thank you as always for being a valued reader/subscriber and we look forward to continue to provide you with the best of "Life's Little Luxuries"!

Email Us or Comment us below and Tell us what you think! We'd love to hear from you?

New Arrivals coming soon "Vegas Style" at Bevello Boutique.

2009-09-02T17:47:00.009-04:00

Ok Girls, as you know, bevello is the hot, cute and adorable new store that recently opened in Cameron Village, and our friend, Mary Gillogy, and fellow bevellonians are currently in Las Vegas hard at work to bring back some of the best goodies for all you fashionistas!

We got a sneak peak into some of those items, and you'll definitely be snatching them up quicker than what happens in Vegas! But what happens in Vegas isn't actually staying in Vegas. Lucky us!

New lines coming include Anoname Denim, Nick & Mo, Theme and more, along with some adorable cluthes, handbags & belts!

Sounds like they've been pretty busy going after the hottest items and bringing back the love of - Vegas Style baby! Can't Wait!

The Shopping Memo will be bringing you all the juicy details soon on all the new arrivals and when you can get your hands on them!

But before these fabulous items are actually in the store for purchase, be sure to check out bevello's current sale items that have recently been markdown 20% - 50% OFF! And remember just for being a Shopping Memo reader, you can save $20 off your $100 purchase ONLINE when you enter code TSM09 at checkout!

bevello at cameron village
2010 Cameron Street
Raleigh, NC 27605
919.821.0884
www.bevello.com

Are you a Good Girl? You can be. Introducing Good Girls Studio + Giveaway & Discount!

2009-09-01T19:42:00.028-04:00

Statement Jewelry is HOT, so please have a moment to be mesmerized over the impeccable Revamped Vintage Jewelry collection from Raleigh's own, Johanna Ely, the talented creator behind Good Girls Studio.

The one-of-a-kind, handmade creations will not only make you dream, but the story behind each piece has a romantic story and when worn it makes even the bad girl feel like a Good Girl!! Combined with love, thought, joy and romance, your every need and desire will be fulfilled once you slip on a piece of history!

Each treasure including necklaces, earrings, rings, bracelets and pins, makes the perfect accessory for any occasion and will turn into a timeless heirloom! Choose from "Born Again Virgin Vintage", "Luxe Revamp", "Vintage Revamp", "Keys to the Kingdom", "Thru the Looking Glass" and many more lushish looks!

And if you've recently became a bad girl due to a broken heart, :( or a bad friendship, you can resurrect your Good Girl image by purchasing a piece from her sharp, revived "Backstabber" Collection of pocket knife necklaces! Who would have thought you could wear a pocket knife? Just gorgeous!

Pieces from her collections are moderately priced and extend to an exquisite higher-priced couture line, however, Good Girls Studios has recently introduced it's newest, lower-priced collection "Innocence" at under $40, which is a budget-friendly, striking force to reckon with.

It pays to be a Good Girl too! Save 25% OFF your ONLINE order from Good Girls Studio, when you enter code "shoppingmemo" at checkout! Bringing out the love to our readers, Johanna, thanks!

Well, it only takes a moment to become a Good Girl! What are you waiting for? Order Now!

ONE LAST THING! GOOD GIRLS STUDIO GIVEAWAY just for you!

Win this fabulous pair of Handmade Vintage Glass Floral Earrings courtesy of Good Girls Studio! (A $38 Prize Value!)

Here's what you need to do to win these beauties.

1st. - Become a fan of TheShoppingMemo Facebook page HERE, and make a comment on why you want to win these lovely earrings and you'll be automatically entered.

2nd - Become a fan of the Good Girls Studio Facebook Page HERE, post a comment on why you want to win these lovely earrings, mention The Shopping Memo blog giveaway and you will automatically be entered to win!. That's it!

(if you are already a fan, please just comment on both Facebook Pages and share this with as many friends and encourage them become fans & make comments and they will be entered too!),

YOU MUST FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE AND COMPLETE BOTH ITEMS TO BE ELIGIBLE.

Good Luck!

Good Girls Studio - Raleigh, North Carolina
Revamped, Eco-Friendly Vintage Jewelry

Local designers & artists will ignite this year's FashionSpark in Raleigh

2009-08-31T21:13:00.008-04:00

Fifteen local designers and body artists will show off their latest designs on Friday, Sept. 18th for the fourth annual FashionSPARK event in downtown Raleigh.

FashionSpark, produced by Allison Beale, is part of Sparkcon - a 100% volunteer, grass-roots, 3-day local showcase of creativity, talent and ideas put together "for the people, by the people in the Triangle and surrounding North Carolina area.

Designers will showcase their creativity on the Runway built on the theme "Wear What You Are" and promises to be the biggest and best FashionSPARK yet. This year's Featured Designers include:

Ahpeele (www.ahpeele.bigcartel.com)
Andrea Schmidt
Blue Flame Piercing (www.blueflametattoo.com)
Carolina Wang (www.carolina-wang.com)
Domino (www.jdomino.com)
DRC Clothing (www.drc144k.com)
FYSH Clothing (www.fyshclothing.com)
Goods (www.forthegoods.com)
Katelyn Wells (www.katelynawells.com) with hair accessories by Susan Phelps
LLLavender (www.lllavender.com)
Marie Cordella (www.mariecordella.com)
Metallic Spiral (www.metallicspiral.com)
Raleigh Denim (www.raleighdenim.com)
Revamp (www.avcc-inc.com) with accessories by Good Girls Studio (www.goodgirlsstudio.com)
Tyger Alexis (www.myspace.com/tygeralexis)

Along with the fashion show will be the second annual ShopSPARK which offers for sale ready-to-wear clothing by the designers in the show. Take some great fashion home with you!

FashionSpark
Friday September 18th, 2009
8pm-9:30pm
Fayetteville Street at Martin Street, Raleigh, NC

For more information, visit www.sparkcon.com or email Allison at allison@sparkcon.com