Fashion Finds of the Week - 808 Resale Boutique in Clawson

Hi Mates

In my quest to find interesting low cost fashion I visited another Resale store, this time in Clawson.  808 Boutique is located on 14 Mile Road between Main and Crooks.  Michelle and Carman, best friends, had been wanting to open a store for some time and finally a year ago they bit the bullet and opened 888.

808 is packed to the gills with stuff and includes racks full of vintage clothing.  They also sell new handmade items created by local artists which include jewlry, purses and knitted hats and scarves.

During my visit to the store I found 3 really cool items which all happened to create one outfit for the amazing price of $30.  See the items below.  A cool vintage 70s shirt with long pointed collar and an interesting print of golds and browns; a fur affect gold jacket which appears really shining under the light and a pair of suede wedge heel boots.  They had actually just come in and Carman bought them out to show me.  It was love at first sight.

Anyways you must check out this store if you have not already done so.  The girls are fun and friendly.  They are even looking to expand in the not too distant but vow to remain loyal to their Clawson roots.

Cheerio for now.

Jan

Brit Chic Fashion Finds of the Week - That Girl Resale

Hi Mates

I am introducing a new feature to my blog this week, Brit Chic Fashion Finds. I am great believer, in these days of struggling Michigan business, to support local stores, especially the small boutiques in many of the fantastic local downtown areas that South East Michigan has to offer.

On a beautiful Fall day this week I visited one of my favorite spots, downtown Royal Oak. I strolled along S Washington and stumbled across That Girl Resale store which is located kitty corner to the OCC campus. The store opened earlier this year and is already proving to be a popular place.

As you enter the store you are welcomed by the extremely friendly staff and then your eyes feast upon the racks of dresses, shirts, tops and skirts all organized by size.

As you pass the sales desk on the left and the very laid back chic changing area on the right you enter another room loaded with shoes, bags, jackets and belts.

Here is where I found one of the Fashion Finds of the Week. A J Crew three quarter sleeve lightweight jacket which has an almost tarten look to it in navy, orange, mustard and green. It is a perfect choice for a Fall day and looks great over a tank or long sleeve thin top. I matched it with skinny black jeans and brown cowboy style boots. The jacket cost only $16 and was probably between $100-150 new. (see pic below).

Secondly by the sales desk I discovered a bin full of bangels which were, wait for it, 25 cents each. So I purchased a selection of colored and silver which will just about go with any outfit, plus I love they way they sound as you move. (see pics below).

I encourage you to visit the That Girl resale store located at 738 S Washington Avenue, downtown Royal Oak. Visit their website at www.thatgirlresale.com

Well stay tuned for the next edition of Brit Chic Fashion Finds. Happy local shopping.

Cheerio Jan

Happy Fall from Brit Chic Designs

Hi Mates

Its been a while since I have written here. We had a very success time at the Ferndale DIY Funky Art Fair which ran from 17-19 of September. It was a great event with many people in attendance. We can't wait until next year.

Leading up to year end I wanted to let you all know of some upcoming holiday events that Brit Chic will be a part of.

The Royal Oak High School Arts & Crafts Fair will be held on Saturday November 20th from 10am - 4 pm at the Royal Oak High School Campus at 426 E La Salle Avenue.

Ferndale Recreation are hosting their Annual Holiday Show Place Arts and Crafts Show on Saturday December 4th from 9 am - 3 pm at the Gerry Kulick Community Center 1201 Livernois Avenue.

Hope to see you there.

Cheerio for now.

Jan