Archive for the ‘Shoes’ CategorySeen on everyone from Kate Bosworth to Heidi Klum, this fall is all about the bootie! All you summer-lovers now hear this!…the fall is coming whether we like it or not so we might as well embrace what it has to offer. In other words, let’s enjoy all the fall offerings even though the idea of putting on a pair of booties might seem a little pre-mature. This season we love the grey cracked suede booties from Matt Bernson.
Similar styles are all over celebrities who are wearing them now with everything from a sundress or shorts to skinny colored jeans or leggings. Our version is in our pre-sale section now, expected in-store on 7/30 and is only $228 as compared to the version that the celebs are wearing which retails for more than double at $580. Don’t you just love a bargain…we definitely do since every one of us ordered a pair of these. We also love this style with another one of our fall obsessions, the skinny micro-flare. All of us here at Willow St. have these on order as well and will be wearing them with the booties. Check out our side by side pics of the Matt Bernson bootie with its more expensive fraternal twin…while we will admit to spending money on fashion when it is necessary, in this case we think it’s a definite save! You be the judge……
 Matt Bernson Version (Save)
Lezli is always keeping the store fresh, not only with merchandise, but her events she plans as well. She always has something fun going on at her events: a raffle, a giveaway, a discount, or in this case a special appearance from the designer himself. (Join our mailing list to always be ‘in the know’ of in-store/online events!) Michael Ciccia (photographed above) is the owner and designer of Cordani. He loves working with boutiques like Willow St. I think our customers really appreciated him coming to the trunk show and being hands on with them, giving professional advice. We asked Michael what he likes most about what he does? He said “connecting with the end customer.” We had 2 customers come in that day for the trunk show with their Cordani’s on that they had purchased years ago. The shoes still looked chic and polished! They said they love the line, they are so comfy and the quality is outstanding. When we asked Michael to describe Cordani’s style, he said “comfort with style.” The whole idea for him was to create a collection of shoes that are fashionable yet comfortable enough to walk, work and play in. This reaffirmed exactly what our customers had described from their experience. Every single Willow St. employee bought at least 1 pair. A few of them, not to mention any names, (Shanna) bought a few more than that. We are hooked. We are on our feet constantly, giving our customers 100% of our undivided attention, so what better shoe to wear than Cordani – classic and comfortable. The name Cordani hails from Michael’s Italian background . “My last name is impossible for Americans to pronounce, Ciccia, so I used my mother’s maiden name for the brand, Cordani” Michael said. Italian + leather = the formula for the perfect shoe. We asked Michael a ton of random questions we thought our customers might like to know: He’s a dad of 2, lives outside of Boston, favorite jeans – “True Religion”, favorite vacation spot – “St. Bart’s“, number 1 drink – “Mojito“. Shhh – Cordani’s Spring/Summer inspiration is Espadrille, French Riviera. NO WORRIES, we will have stock before ya know it.
We all need it! Nothing that a cosmo and some shopping can’t fix! “I like my money right where I can see it, hanging in my closet.” – Carrie Bradshaw We’ve all been there, done that. Shopping makes a women feel better, always. With the primary purpose of improving your mood, items purchased during periods of ‘Retail Therapy’ are ‘comfort buys’. willowst.com will be your therapy. Whatever your little heart desires; Sexy undies, a comfy transitional sweater or a funky dinner ring. Find things that make you feel good “It’s fun to be a woman. It’s fun to flirt and wear makeup and have boobs.” –Eva Mendes What’s your fashion fix? Gina said: ” I shop for shoes when I’m down and out. Somehow it satisfies my urge to splurge. That’s also how I get my cardio in, shopping. Shoe shopping is a work out in itself.” Janice said: “When I need a little pick me up I’ll head to a boutique for some ‘Retail Therapy’. I need immediate gratification and I have to wear whatever I buy that same day.” Kristen said: “I’m an impulse shopper when I feel down in the dumps. I sit on the computer for hours and if I like it, I buy it. I don’t feel bad about it either. I just keep telling myself I worked hard this week and deserve presents.” Cheers to fashion! ..and to cosmos
You won’t catch Linda without her Laura Mercier, bare beige lip gloss, Ray-Ban sunglasses and her Big Buddha hobo! Look out!! The method behind her madness.. Her ‘Jewelry Buying’ madness that is. Linda has been with Willow St. for 15 years now, Holy Cow!! She is our jewelry and accessory buyer. Our customers love to accessorize all their outfits, thats the fun part! You will see her at all the NYC shows getting tips on the latest and greatest trends for every season. “I buy what I like and whats trending for the times.” We are always stocked up with Gorjana, Chan Luu and Anna Beck. Linda will also buy funky jewelry from local designers or designers that only sell to boutiques. Some things our customers may not know about Linda… Her favorite designer is Gucci; Her favorite fashion magazine is Elle; Favorite Essie color – Mademoiselle; Fav NYC’s restaurant, Tabla! Likes to listen to all the new music that’s out, Kate Perry, Rhianna while cruising in her Land Rover LR3 . Linda is a big fan of finding time to get her workouts in at The Bar Method right here in Summit. Favorite season to shop, Fall. Loves to wear Vince, Ella Moss, J Brand and Michael Stars. Can eat Sushi or Mexican any night of the week and its even better when there’s time for a Mojito. “I’m a little bit of a shoes addict. I think my 2 year old daughter may be following in my footsteps. She is starting to acquire her own little shoe collection.” Linda is always on the go with being a mom of three, her days are jam packed especially with sports. “I like to be comfy casual for my sons baseball games. A splendid tee or tank and a pair of Joe’s Jeans shorts works perfect.” Her style is casual and neat. “I can’t leave home without a watch and a Chan Luu 5 wrap.” “I’m always accessorizing with an Anna Beck ring and my silver Gorjana Luna hoop earrings, and I’m out the door.” She is also wearing the J Brand Houlihan cargo in her photo. So trendy. “Know my customer with small children and can relate to their need to feel put together and fashionable.” |
