Helene M. Fashion Blog

By Liana Zaborowski

Keep Things Light. It’s such a good mantra all around.  And at this time of year fashion embodies that frame of mind.  Fabrics seem to float and hemlines rise. Color, whether bold or wispy, is infused and refreshed.  The official Pantone color report for spring this season (see link at the bottom for the Pantone report) is one of unexpected hues.  We see bold ones like turquoise and unexpected tomato, while some designers have honed in on earthier notes like herb and eucalyptus. The spectrum is nuanced and lovely on both ends.  Gauzy cashmere, sheer linen, silk, and slub cotton all make for ethereal concoctions that we can feel comfortable in. Half the fun of dressing is layering and creating what it is that we will move in while we go about our day. This season is inspired by doing just that with ease, and by keeping things light.

Click on the following link to see the Pantone color report…. http://www.pantone.com/downloads/articles/pdfs/Pantone-FCR-sp2010f.pdf

Dear Helene M. customer,

When urged by my employees to write something for our 10^th anniversary celebration, I have to admit, I was a bit nervous and perplexed as to why anyone would want to hear from me. But as I started to reflect back over the past 10 years I realized that I do have something to write about and it has nothing to do with me at all!  It’s about all of you, my incredible customers, who have been with me from the start and have helped me to grow Helene M. to where it is today.  You are the cornerstone of my business and I truly would not be here without you.

As we continue to grow, I would like you to know that I committed to staying true to my original vision of providing “classically hip” women’s apparel and accessories that look modern but not trendy.  And of course the inspirational style of Audrey Hepburn will always guide my buying decisions.

Despite the ups and downs of the retail world, I have been very lucky to be able to do what I love to do and to be surrounded buy such great people on a daily basis.  And I can not forget to mention my employees who are an integral part of my success.  They inspire me, make me laugh and always seem to push me just a little bit more.  I feel very proud to have them on the frontlines and the true face of Helene m.

So you see, our 10 year celebration has nothing to do with Helene M. but has everything to do with you, our valued customers and employees.

Thank you for your support and cheers to many more years to come!

Helene Michalski