Bevello Follow-Up: Denim Love at First Sight

I moseyed on over to Bevello the last time I was in Beleza, and I was totally just going to look... I swear!

But of course, I walked out with these. It's a sickness, and I should be in therapy. But seriously, a good pair of jeans cannot be ignored. Especially a pair with such beautiful embellishments on the pockets!

the Rock Revival Stephanie boot-cut

Nevermind the "Stephanie" name, they should call these jeans, "Gloriousness in Denim"!

I should have gotten the size smaller like the super helpful and friendly sales girl recommended (shame on me), but since they've got some stretch, I thought it was best to go up to the 26 (or was it the 25?). Anywho, they're a *tad* loose, but they still look HOT.

Can't wait for my next Bevello shopping trip!


PS: Big "Thanks!" to my always awesome Mom for shortening the hem on them for me. Being 5' 2'', jeans always are about 6'' too long for me. THANKS MOM!!!!! NOW they're really perfect!

PS #2: Bevello has launched a fantastic new website! Do yourself a favor and check it out A.S.A.P., I swear you'll double love it.

PS #3: In checking out the Rock Revival website, I'm a bit wigged out to see I'm wearing the same jeans as Tito Ortiz and Jenna Jameson (ugh), but whatever, I guess it could be worse. The BF, who is a MMA fan, thought it was HILARIOUS when I made this discovery last week. (Hopefully he'll forget the whole porn star reference and let that one die.)


{Image: Jeans - Luello.com, website - Bevello.com}

Sale at Fab'rik & Other Cameron Village Neighbors

One of my favorite local shops (that has lots of great style and affordable price points), is having a great sale to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Cameron Village!

http://www.shopfabrikboutique.com/

(Note: The website says Atlanta, but I got it from their twitter, so hopefully they'll get their internet presence ducks in a row ASAP so it won't confuse anyone else like it did me.)

Fab'rik
2039 Cameron St
Raleigh, NC 27605-1310
(919) 833-1210


Beleza - A Fair Trade Boutique 919-832-4775
• Sale Jewelry 60% off
• Spend $60, get a $10 Gift Certificate to use on a return visit through 10/31
• Spend $120, get a $25 Gift Certificate to use on a return visit through 10/31

Francesca’s 919-829-8250
• In store Coupon, 20% off a single regular price item!
• Sale Merchandise

Coats!

I know, if you're a local reader, it's kind of absurd to mention coats already (it's still fairly consistently warm here), but if you're ready to clean out your closet... here's some great motivation from NC retailer, Great Outdoor Provision Company!



Save 20% on a jacket* when you donate a gently used one Oct 1-12, 2009.

*Excludes vests, pullovers and a few jacket styles - over 50 styles qualify for the discount!

Thanks for your support! In 2008 our customers brought in 2561 coats to be donated to local missions.
Full details online at http://greatoutdoorprovision.com/culture/wesupport/coat-swap/.


{Image: GOPC website}

New Boutique on the Block: Bevello

I had the always enjoyable opportunity to stop in Beleza last week and visit with P. Dail and Sara (the most charming fair trade boutique owners you'll ever meet) and they told me about a new store opening up just down the sidewalk from them.

Bevello has received quite a lot of local attention in the blogosphere (etc., etc.) this weekend for it's fresh approach to boutique fashion and shopping in general. I can't wait to stop in sometime soon (this week maybe?) and visit the new store!

New Raleigh - Bevello Focuses on Service with New Cameron Village Boutique"Bevello, which occupies the former Francis King Stationery space, sells contemporary women’s clothing and accessories at a lower price point (most items fall in the $40-$150 range)."
Bevello - Official Website (I love that the pictures were taken here in town!)

Bevello - Official Blog


{Image: NewRaleigh.com}

Holiday Sale at Beleza

From the Beleza email newsletter:



RED, WHITE and BLUE!
On sale and more...

We are OPEN on July 4!
From 10 am until 4 pm, the entire store is 24% off!

Come in on the 4th and mention this email to get 40% off the regular price of any item of your choice. This is a real celebration of fours! We hope to see you.
And now for the rest of the month, check out these specials:
-The Color of the Month for July is actually three colors...red or white and blue. Any jewelry with one of these colors in it is 20% off for the entire month.
-Raffia purses and beach bags are 40% off for the entire month.
-We continue to enlarge our 50% off area.

What's new in the store?
-We recently added an exciting new artist from Greensboro. Check his work here: www.theartistjay.com and come see this awesome aluminum jewelry for yourself.
=A large selection of necklaces with glass pendants is sure to catch your eye.
=Plus new shipments from our artists are arriving continually.

Don't Forget...
-We are your headquarters for custom made jewelry, a service which is growing for our customers.
-Need that necklace or bracelet repaired? We are usually able to do this very reasonably and again, we are glad to provide this for our customer.

www.shopbeleza.com
2014 Cameron Street - Cameron Village
Raleigh, NC 27605
919-832-4775

Store Hours:
Monday through Friday - 10 am until 7 pm
Saturday - 10 am until 6 pm
Sunday - 1 to 5 pm

February Sale at Beleza

Thanks to co-owner Sara for the email about Beleza's February specials!

Local readers, be sure to take advantage of these deals at Cameron Village a.s.a.p.Colors of the Month...RED and PINK - receive 25% off any jewelry with any red or pink in it.
(That's right! We've gone from the usual 20% to 25% off to celebrate Valentine's!)

Many items up to 50% off in our newly remodeled side room.
More items added to this special room every week!

Awesome new purses from the Philippines - beautiful colors as well as great styles with excellent designs.

Incredible new pearl and mother of pearl jewelry with great designs including the very popular large mother of pearl beads and nuggets - beautiful colors as well as traditional white and pink.

Exciting new shipment of stainless steel hinged cuffs from Brazil with over 20 new designs

New shipment of bark art paintings from Uganda

Greatly expanded collection of remarkable murano glass jewelryPS - They are now offering a few great services... one of which (jewelry repair) I will be looking into right away for the pieces I have that aren't getting put into rotation because they need a little fix!Need jewelry repaired? Bring it to us and we'll be glad to do this if possible.

Need that special jewelry for a wedding or any event? Our designers are ready to help by making what you'd like to wear. Bring your outfit to match with our outstanding selection of materials for you to choose from.Perfect timing!

It's Here!

As mentioned last week, Uniquities Raleigh sale is here... yay!!!Click the image below to launch it in your browser to read all the details (Saturday: 10am-7pm) and about the savings!


(Here's wishing for just a second that I'm wasn't going to Vegas with some of my favorite people in the world in two weeks... but I am, so I can't go blowing my money away just yet. Ok, that's gone. I'm still really excited about Vegas!)

PS: Lisa S. also offered up a great deal that's also worth sharing - "Brooks Brothers Non-Iron Shirts are $36 off normal price. So, $53 instead of $89".

{Double Post} The Shop with a Conscience

I can't believe this is another thing I've never remember to blog about, because it's one of my Cameron Village favorites - Beleza: A Fair Trade Boutique.Described on their website as a place where:...you will find unique and extraordinary textiles and hats, jewelry and art that catch your eye and touch your heart.

Beyond offering beautiful things, Beleza exists to provide hard working people from countries around the world – and here in the US – essential support to provide daily necessities for their families.

While the store is fair trade, the major emphasis of Beleza is to treat people as they should be treated, and assist in global economic development.Beleza is owned and operated by two of the most wonderful people I know: P. Dail and his wife Sara.

I received the following email today from Sara about a new addition coming to their store that I am really excited about:Recently we met Audias from Honduras. Born without arms, he paints with his feet. We will have his work in the store very soon and encourage you to come see this work. Audias has no other means of support. We plan to host a special event for you to meet him.I'll be sure to update when I hear more details!

In the mean time, go check out Beleza and become an addict of their amazing selection of goods with a heart, too.

Coat Shopping?

Fabulous... especially if you're following the "buy one - donate one" rule where anytime you add something new to your wardrobe, you also deduct something.

If you're thinking of doing so with jackets, be sure to check out Great Outdoor's Coat Swap!From Sue Stock's blog:
"Customers who donate a clean, used coat during the month of October will receive 20 percent off the purchase of a new one."My to-do list tonight: clean out the winter closets and go select a new North Face for 20% off!

Saturday Night Quickie...

The past week and this weekend have been insanity, but I'll be back to my blogging ways in a few days - don't worry. (And trust me, I have all kinds of great stuff saved up!)

For those of you who (like me) may have done a little damage to the shopping budget this weekend by spending it at the local watering holes, it's cool - Uniquities and Uniquities Mix (the North Hills boutique) are having a last chance sale!

75% off sale merchandise through Monday!

(PS - No price adjustments allowed, duh.)

This is NOT Looking Good...

...for my bank account.

The sidewalk sales I previously mentioned, are getting all sorts of even more enticing! Direct from Uniquities' morning email:Up to 80% off at Cameron Village and take an additional 20% off items with pink ribbons on the hangers at the North Hills Uniquities Mix location (some designers up to 75% off)!If you'll read one of my original posts here... you'll find my statement that I'll always stand behind that the Uniquities sales are some of the BEST opportunities in the world to pick up some awesome high-end wardrobe items (some staple items, too that never go out of style - like great blazers and jeans) at amazing steals! VERY budget friendly :-)

Good Golly Miss Molly!

Talk about weekend sales... don't fall off the sidewalk for any of these!Sidewalk Sale Weekend from Sue Stock's blog

It is a sidewalk sale kind of weekend in Raleigh...

The merchants at Cameron Village are hosting their big sidewalk sale this weekend. The sale runs Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ...

North Hills is also hosting a sidewalk sale on Friday and Saturday (hours vary by merchant).

And Seaboard Station's store owners are also hosting a sidewalk sale on Saturday (again, hours vary by merchant).

Shop your heart out!I also received a email from Swoozies this morning noting discounts of 50-70% at their sidewalk sale... you really can't beat that!

Francesca's Coming to Cameron Village

From GoGoRaleigh.com - (and the looks of their website), it doesn't look particularly unique for Cameron Village by any means, but should be a nice addition.

I will say however, that I am actually very surprised at what's available on their website and the prices - it actually does appear to be an affordable boutique which I think for the most part, is lacking at Cameron. Don't get me wrong, I love Uniquities, etc., but a girl can't always splurge... so if CV wants to continue to build business, incorporating more opportunities for "wardrobing" (mixing $150 jeans that look good for years with a $30 trendy top since it won't be so hot in two seasons) seems essential to me.

PS - I signed up for their newsletter to "get discounts and alerts on the hottest looks of the season" so we'll see what all that entails soon hopefully!