March 19, 2013
This Friday, two British-influenced Philadelphia boutiques team up to bring a bit of Great Britain to Queen Village. Bus Stop Boutique’s British-born proprietress Elena Brennan hosts British-inspired menswear line Duke & Winston for a one-night-only shopping soiree to welcome spring fashions in royal style. Pop down to the Fabric Row boutique to shop Bus Stop’s [...]
Read more»November 30, 2012
This weekend, pop-up shop Moon & Arrow hosts the official grand reopening of its new, permanent retail shop located on Fabric Row. Founded in 2010 by jewelry designer Chelsea Pearce, Moon & Arrow offers one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted pieces for men and women that mix rough-cut gems and reclaimed metals fashioned in an onsite studio. Aside from [...]
Read more»November 1, 2011
Fabric Row is growing way beyond its material roots. No longer is it only famous for being spot-on for the perfect cotton or merely a place for antique lace. These days organic salons and hip BYOBs are opening amongst the stores once solely identified with overflowing shelves of silk, tulle and damask. The latest retailer [...]
Read more»December 23, 2009
October 28, 2009
My newest obsession: vintage and cooler-than-ice retro pieces, inspired by PAFA’s Barkley L. Hendricks: Birth of the Cool exhibition. Philly born-and-bred Hendricks’ life-sized paintings inspired me to re-create some of my favorite vintage looks. And let’s face it – everyone needs a little retro in their closet! My faves: - Floral silk dress – 1940’s [...]
Read more»December 22, 2008
Well… not really. I’m not suggesting you pick up last minute Christmas gifts at the local SEPTA stop. What I am recommending is that you pay a visit to Bus Stop, a cute boutique located on Fabric Row in Queen Village. They are currently in the midst of a three day holiday sale, offering 15% [...]
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