Time To Shop

Time To Shop by hanc0105 featuring cami tank tops

Summer Getaway

The summer is typically filled with people taking lots of little vacations and weekend getaways to all the places that they were too busy to visit during the rest of the year and yes, getting away is ALWAYS fun, but the packing can be such a drag. So I decided I would share with you Rachel Zoe's advice when packing for trips since she probably does a tad bit more traveling than the rest of us! (All information taken from Style A to Zoe)

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Packing Order

• Start with shoes on the bottom. I put mine in sacks, either those that come with the shoes or other drawstring cloth bags, so they don't get scratched. Protect their shape by stuffing them with socks, tank tops, or something else you are taking with you.
• The next layer is any jeans, folded in half. 
• Then layer everything else, laying it flat with as few folds as possible: trousers, sweaters, dresses. On top, place the more fragile items- anything chiffon, beaded, sequined- turned inside out so they won't catch. I also wrap these pieces in plastic (the bags you get from the dry-cleaners work great) or tissue paper.
• Lastly, no matter how tempting, don't over stuff your bags. Clothes and even shoes end up badly creased. The extra weight can cost you extra dollars at check-in, not to mention incur brutal treatment from baggage handlers, and the case is more likely to explode on the conveyor belt. It just looks bad. 

** Always unpack your bags as soon as you arrive at your lodgings. This gives clothes and shoes a chance to air out and regain shape. It also enables you to see everything you have right away, hanging in the closest or tucked away in the drawers- including what may be missing before a meeting or event. 

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No matter where your individual destination is I hope you have a great time and that your packing goes well!

And remember, in the wise words of Ernest Hemingway.... "Never go on trips with anyone you do not love." 

A Free People Summer

Stop into Elodie to try on the FP cardigan and diamond tee, along with the AG boyfriend shorts...gotta start building up your summer wardrobe!

A Free People Summer by hanc0105 featuring a white cardigan

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Maxi Dresses

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This summer it is all about maxi dresses. They are super comfy and very versatile. You can belt them, throw a jean vest over the dress, or even a sweater. Wedges look great with most maxi dresses, but a simple pair of sandals also works! Here are some of the maxi dresses we have in at Elodie right now... And don't forget to add a little color with a fun purse or accessory.

Take An Extra 20% Off Clearance Items!

In light of Memorial Day we are letting all of our customers take an extra 20% off ALL of our clearance merchandise this weekend only. Yes, this includes clearance jeans, jewelry, belts, purses and obviously clearance clothes!

So before you head off to a cabin for the weekend make sure you stop into Elodie to see if you can find yourself something new at a great price!

Inherited Leather

Inherited Leather are one-of-a-kind belts and handbags designed by Louisville Kentucky artist Sue Schofield. These goods are made entirely from salvaged leather garments and upholstery. This natural resource is impossible to sustain without re-purposing- as it is an otherwise non-recyclable "textile". The innate, asymmetrical aesthetic of this artwork is a direct result of utilizing a material that was once a living thing. 

Here are a few of her products that we have at Elodie..

My favorite is the dark brown handbag with the octopus hardware design, it is just so different... which one do you guys like best??

Audrey 3+1 (A Mix Of Modern And Vintage)

Elodie is trying out a few new lines this summer.. one of them being Audrey 3+1. The pieces are very reasonably priced, fun, colorful and designed with unique structures. Here is how Audrey 3+1 described themselves:

"Inspired by a colorful array of lifestyles, Audrey 3+1 explores the possibilities of customizing your favorite designs to create your own unique look, bringing everything you love into one place. Who said modern and vintage couldn't mix? And hipsters couldn't look sexy? We believe that no two attitudes are the same, so your styles shouldn't have to be either. Whether you are sophisticated chic today or urban bohemian tomorrow, let Audrey 3+1 lead you to discover your own individual style."  (taken from their Facebook page)

Here are some of their dresses we have at the store right now