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They’re Hot for the Cold | Echo Touch Gloves

Last year we couldn’t keep up our Echo Touch gloves in stock.  This year we’re getting a head start by putting these hot selling touch gloves in our pre-sale section.  Quantities are limited so we recommend pre-ordering your favorite styles sooner than later.  They’re due to arrive in our store by December 1oth giving us plenty of time to ship them out for the holidays.  Don’t forget to check the box for our free gift wrap.  These gloves will work on all smartphones, iPads, tablets, and touchscreens.  Keep your hands looking cool while staying warm!

 

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J Brand and Splendid and Velvet oh my! We are dying at the looks of all of the new fall items in our pre-sale section because like you we can’t get our hands on any of it…..yet.  We all have ours on order and now its your chance.  Check out a few of our favorites below and then navigate over to the pre-sale section to check out the rest:

  • J Brand Jodhpur - sexy with its skinny ankle length fit, and classic horse riding influence.  Also features J Brands amazing signature fit. Try it on for a change from your every day denim.
The next big thing….<3

 

  • Splendid Stripey Tops - classically splendid, the cool tops that we have coming in will be your go to tops for all your casual days.  Splendid fans and people new to the brand will appreciate the clean lines and pops of color. Here is our fave…..

 

  • Frye Boots - once again Frye has its finger on the pulse of the fashion world and translates it perfectly into shoes we obsess over and have to have.  This season they are short and tall, high heel and flat and leather and suede so there really is something for everyone.

Perfect with skinny jeans and dresses!

 

Check out the pair we all have on order….

It’s hard to know where to start when the weather turns cold but let our pre-sale section be your guide and it will be a piece of cake.  We have many more amazing styles on order and just waiting to be snatched up…..check out styles from other Willow St. favorites like Velvet, Bailey 44, Language, Billy Blues, Vince and Ella Moss.  All the players are here!!!! Happy shopping……

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Once again we have the in on the hot new designers.  We are in love with Willow St. newbie Eternal Sunshine Creations for its sexy gypsy style crochets and body hugging knits.  Started in 2009 to present a unique collection of contemporary hand crocheted knits and sweaters to the masses, this line considers itself a perfect mix of big city style with a gentle touch of California breeze.  We couldn’t agree more.  We are obsessed with the Asha off the shoulder sweater that we have coming in on 8/30 as well as the Ruska Roma pullover. Both are the perfect neutral colored companions to our favorite new trend. Want to guess what that is?…..What else, colored jeans!  

Check them out along with the rest of our amazing pre-sale items to get them before anyone else. 

We aren’t the only fans of Sunshine, celebs like Twilight’s Ashley Greene , seen here with her Jonas BF, have already snatched up pieces from this darling collection.

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Thickfreakness

Yes, it is 1:30 a.m. and I’ve been surfing YouTube to find you some cool, fresh music that may not be on your iPod.  Check out ‘The Black Keys’, an American blues-rock band from Ohio.  They’ve been around since 2001, but this is the first I’m hearing them, you?

Not to change the subject, however I did mention the words ‘cool’ and ‘fresh’.  When was the last time you jammed out with willowst.com’s ‘cool’ and always ‘fresh’ pre-sale section?  Pre-sale gets an A+, what about the ‘The Black Keys’?

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faux leather doesn’t mean faux trendy

Faux or not, Willow St. will have you leaving feeling sexy and trendy regardless.  Trend Alert!!  Place your orders now for the Nerese Jacket by Velvet which is  featured in a fabulous faux leopard print. Gorgeous! Plus the Ayanna Jacket by Velvet is featured in a fabulous faux shearling and is due to arrive in store approximately 9/30/10.  Quantities are Limited.

I asked our accessory buyer Linda her take on the topic: “I wear both real and faux leathers.  If you are going for a splurge, treat yourself to a timeless piece that you will have for years to come.  Go faux for a style steal, something fun or trendy.  Faux is a lot easier and cheaper to take care of, at the same time I do like a nice leather shoe.”

What is Faux Leather or Faux Fur?

Faux leather is essentially fake leather. Instead of being made of animal skins, these fabrics replicate the look of leather.  There are many names under which faux leather may be called, pleather being one.  Many reasons exist why people want faux leather or faux furs. It is usually cheaper. Some consumers avoid leather or fur for ethical reasons, as might vegans or vegetarians.

Today, many love faux fur as a popular alternative to real fur. Some faux fur representations are so like the appearance of real fur that it can be hard to even tell the difference. The number of people buying real fur has steadily declined. Major designers are often pressured by organizations like People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), to switch to faux fur instead and feel PETA has valid points.

Tips – How to tell the difference between faux and the real deal.

These days designer bags can be found just about anywhere, especially from the street vendors in NYC.  Always check  the edging of the cut leather inside the bag. Real leather has a rough look while faux leather looks or even feels like foam or plastic. Leather has a silky smooth feel and is consistent all over. Fake leather will be artificially smooth and have an inconsistent feel.  Smell the product, faux usually won’t have any smell at all.  Check out the stitching, sloppy construction and inconsistencies are easy giveaways. Real bags are not lined, but replicas are.

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Fashion me green.

Do you know the meaning of green? With both a warming and cooling effect, the color green denotes balance, harmony, and stability. Green contains the powerful energies of nature, growth, desire to expand or increase.  Grass green is the most restful color.

willowst.com’s favorite green tee is the Danny Slub Tee by Velvet.  We also love, the oh so very popular, Green Houlihan Cargo from J Brand.  Need a sweater?  The Charlotte Tarantola Safari Sweater is the perfect transitional piece for the season.

All that made me hungry.  Perfect Fall recipe.  Bon Appétit!  http://tinyurl.com/msnk9e

Ingredients for Asparagus Soup:
3 pounds fresh asparagus, rinsed
8 cups chicken stock
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup minced shallots
1 cup minced leeks, whites only, well rinsed
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, garnish

Directions:
Trim the attractive top tips from the asparagus, about 1 to 1 1/2 inches in length. Cut the woody stem ends from each spear and reserve. Cut the remaining tender stalks into 1/2-inch pieces.

In a medium pot, bring the stock to a boil. Add the tough woody stems, lower the heat and simmer to infuse with asparagus flavor, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and discard, reserving the stock.

Add the decorative tips to the stock and blanch until tender, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Remove with a strainer and refresh in an ice water bath. Drain on paper towels and reserve for the garnish. Reserve the stock.

In a medium stockpot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. When foamy, add the shallots and leeks and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chopped asparagus stalks, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the reserved broth and simmer until the asparagus are very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat.

With a hand-immersion blender or in batches in a food processor, puree the soup until smooth. Adjust the seasoning, to taste. If serving right away, return to medium heat and add the cream and reserved asparagus tips. Cook, stirring, until the soup is warmed through, about 3 minutes.

Alternatively, if serving the soup later, do not add the cream and let cool at room temperature (or in an ice water bath). Cover and refrigerate. Before serving, add the cream and asparagus tips, and warm the soup gently over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

To serve, place the soup in a soup tureen and sprinkle with cheese. Ladle into demi-tasse cups or small coffee or tea cups, and serve.

Be Safarian.  Be Green.  Be Lacey Racey.

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This hot, new Lauren Moshi Mickey Mouse Sweatshirt is hittin’ the streets in a big way.

..AND its only going to be sold exclusively on willowst.com so you may want to get on it.. quick!!

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Be there or be square.  We ‘rock around the clock’!!  24/7

Our fridge is stocked!  A ton of items added and a whole lot more comin’ in.

‘Shake, Rattle and Role’ with willowst.com’s Pre-sale section.  willowst.com is loading up on our Fall goods.

Also joining this par-tay – some new fab Designers: Mink Pink, Plastic Island and Heather.

Sneak Peek.  I’d say!

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be the first in line..

Boy do I have an appetite for Fall!  You?

Be the first in line to shop willowst.com’s new haute Presale category.  We will be adding to our collection weekly so get on our email list to stay updated on the latest and greatest.  The owner/buyer is ‘in the know’ seasons ahead before the clothes/accessories hit the fan or shall I say hit the stores.  Not many peeps out there have Presale, let willowst.com be your home away from home.  I would love to hear what your favorite pick is above!  Just the number will be perfecto.  1. Charlotte Tarantola 2. Autumn Cashmere 3. Billy Blues 4. Cordani 5. Bailey 44.  6. Hale Bob.

Happy On-line shopping fashionistas!

P.S. loved SATC2.. 10 million on the wardrobe.  Lucky gals!

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