Helene M. Fashion Blog

By Eva Roberts

This week we received a replenishment shipment of Big Buddha, and for those of you who know, these handbags are a sure bet for gift giving(both to yourself AND loved ones!!) Also some standout holiday dressing pieces, check it out!

Shown above are the Jackson Wallet($32), and the Union bag($74- also available in black and grey), tiered gold top($178) & black ruffle sweater ($246), silver shimmer boyfriend cardigan($168)-all by Beth Bowley, Diane von Furstenberg pink cashmere sweater dress($378), and finally the Beth Bowley dress coat ($346)

Jewelry by Portia Clark, Eva V. Designs, and New Castle Collection (Paulette Semprini)

New Arrivals this week include;

-Shoshanna

-Michael Stars Cashmere

-Ella Moss

-Beth Bowley

-Urban Expressions handbags

-Diane von Furstenberg

-Big Buddha

……..And HELENE M. LOVES:

This chic and comfortable nubby knit sweater from Laurie B. Throw it on with jeans and a tee, voila- perfect early fall jacket! Or, wrap up with it at home when the weather really starts kicking in…

Hope to see you soon!

By Eva Roberts

Well, Ladies, just as Summer has finally graced us with its presence, we have……FALL deliveries!!! Long awaited pieces from our most coveted designers have landed in our stores this week. We have contrived ingenius ways of incorporating new fall pieces in with your summer wardrobe, so come in this weekend and check out the following new goodies…

Diane vonFurstenberg- Silk jersey print dresses, tops, chunky short sleeve sweaters (you read right), and a wool coat that is so fabulous you have to rush in to see it before it flies out of here!

Trina Turk- Jewel tone blouses, suiting, and button-down confections…

Chelsea Crew- Completely chic suede flats for 70 each…..Unbelievable.

Margaret O’Leary- Cashmere boyfriend cardigan in soft gray- The perfect transition sweater. Wear it on chilly nights now, as a layering piece in fall and winter, and as a lightweight jacket in the spring… Four seasons- talk about functionality.

Big Buddha- Check out the new rosette bag …we just love Big Buddha….

By Eva Roberts

Ok, so since we are all fabulous women with loads of friends, it is inevitable that we will be invited to at least ONE wedding this summer… Or Five….. What’s a girl to do? There are so many options, & time of day, setting, and level of formality are all factors. Check out our suggestions.

Morning/Early afternoon/Outdoor wedding- Go for something, light, breezy, floral. A sundress with a matching cardigan is ideal. A lightweight linen pashmina wrap is also a great topper. Ideas below:

Evening wedding- any of the following options, or variations of, would be perfection. Pearls are a classic touch to ANY dress, as shown here. A bright pashmina lightens up a simple black dress.

Options for both day or night: Depending on how you accessorize, these could be worn at any hour. Wearing pants in a luxurious fabric such as satin or silk is perfectly acceptable, as long as you pair them with a fancy top as shown below.

When it comes to handbags at weddings, small and chic is the way to go, just big enough to carry a camera, compact, and your keys. The straw bag is fab for day, and the quilted metallic silver is a great option for day or night.

So once you have this covered, breath easy, enjoy the champagne, and have a blast… Cheers!

Wow, it has been a BUSY week of shipments here at Helene M. Pop in to check out the following fabulous goods, fresh out of the box….

- Diane VonFurstenberg

- Nicole Miller

- Milly

- Big Buddha

- Alice and Olivia

- Michael Stars tees and scarves

- JPK bags

-Lilla P. tees

- Laundry dresses

- Rebecca Taylor

Hope to see you this weekend!!!

Cheers, the Helene M. gals….

What will your next great bag be? Make it a Big Buddha bag in faux-croc and you’ll be so happy you did! This luxe, light-weight super roomy find will take you anywhere. I especially love how it manages to be both uptown and downtown all at the same time. An ideal carryall. It’ll give you a sassy smirk on your face just knowing it only cost $72. How great is that?

P.S. They’re a great holiday gift! So stock up now, they’re going fast!

Times may be tough financially but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on looking good. It just means a different approach to how you do it. Here are our suggestions that will keep you stylish without falling deeper into the credit card black hole.

The age old fashion mantra, “invest in key pieces” couldn’t be more true to form then it is now. So, the first rule of thumb should always be, spend money on key styles. We suggest a statement coat, a terrific handbag, a fabulous pair of flats or boots (as the season dictates) and of course, the LBD. Better known as, the little black dress. These pieces should always represent quality investments that will last season after season. Keep in mind that these are also “first impression” pieces and should not look trendy or cheap.

Here are some of our picks that fall into both categories of high and low dressing:

A statement piece of jewelry, like our Kenneth Jay Lane enamel animal bracelet ($112) or a bold pair of Portia Clark round drop earrings ($75.00) can draw an instant wow factor without breaking the bank.

The hoop earring is making its big comeback and can really add pop to any outfit. Helene M. has many great options ranging from $18.00 to $36.00.

We can’t live without our “Reva” the well known ballet flat by Tory Burch ($195). This is the perfect investment shoe that works with so many looks and will instantly add a touch of sophistication to any outfit.

The ultimate handbag! Although this price doesn’t fall under the category of  investment pieces it certainly could pass as one. We are loving Big Buddha’s faux croc union bag. The look screams expensive but the price will make you smile.  Only $72, this bag has got to be on your holiday list!

Last but not least the LBD (little black dress) should be a staple in every woman’s wardrobe.  Our favorite is Diane von Furstenberg’s Jeanne wrap at $298.  Iconic, classy and completely worth the investment.

The bottom line is to invest in the bones of your wardrobe and work from there.  Just remember; only spend your hard earned dollars on pieces that will last the trends of our time.