Willow Chic Boutique

Look out Vogue

I know it has been months since we have blogged about our online store, but trust me, LOTS of work has being going on behind the scenes (thanks to Hillman Ball).  We are getting closer and closer to our launch date. A few days ago, we had a super duper photo shoot in Rosemary Beach by one of our favorite photographers, Tommy Crow. 

Here is a little taste of attempt at being models!!! 

our on set security guard..he slept through most of it!

lots of loot on set to choose from...and wine and a little tequila for the nerves!!

By the way, if you haven't been by Tommy's studio in Rosemary, it's amazing. We are two lucky girls to have Tommy shoot us for our site.  I got to see the proofs today and he must have some kind of camera...they look fabulous. Can't wait to show all of you!!!! 

We also have to give a big thanks to Mindy and Shannon at Rolland's Salon in Seaside for our big hair and make-up!

 

 

 

BCBG captures color in 2012

Spring 2012 fashion is full of vividly bright colors. Unlike in recent years past when neutrals, whites and greys were the introduction to Spring season, you're sure to know that Spring 2012 has sprung. BCBG has hit this spring's color palette dead on. 

I love this description of BCBG Spring 2012 from Jezebel Magazine

... Fresh, contemporary, bold, but decidedly feminine, there are no nipped-in waists or tight jeggings here. Everything's breezy and body-skimming, with the bare minimum of structure. Gonna be dancing all night in Rio? Or strolling all day in a town on the coast of Croatia? You'll find something to wear right here.

Sounds like something I want to be wearing! Check out BCBG for spring; you won't be disappointed. 

my new boyfriend/husband shirt

While shopping for Kav's Christmas (probably on Christmas Eve) I grabbed a new shirt for myself (opps). I don't know about you other boutique store owners, but I LOATHE shopping. So it is rare for me to shop, outside of willow, and even more rare if it is for myself.

So here is my new shirt:

and I am OBSESSED with it. It came from good ole J.Crew. Think they also had a dark version like this:

but I went with the first option. It's soft and kinda worn and I got it a couple of sizes too big. I have almost worn the buttons off of it adready.  Obviously easy to just throw on with jeans and shorts, but here are a few different ways I have worn it:

under this with these jeans:

under a stripe sweater with a black blazer and some leather leggings and heels

with my wide-leg Hudson's tucked in and big brown leather belt. Yep all denim, but since they were very different shades (super light + super dark) and I broke them up with a big chunky belt and lots of gold bracelets, it looked cool.

(does that model on right look like a young kelly wearstler???)

and I can't wait to wear it with my Kenny shorts or these Ikat skinnies coming out this Spring. It is so simple chic with shorts, so go grab one, you won't regret it!

please excuse my misspelling...spell-check isn't workin

 

RTR

Resolution Inspiration....

 

All I have to say is...

MAKE IT COUNT!!!!!

CA$HMERE + Denim

My two favorite fabrics...together at last. Cashmere and denim! Could it get any sweeter???

J Brand x L'Agence Collaborate on Cashmere Jeans!

 Los Angeles denim brand, J BRAND, and international fashion brand, L'Agence, have launched a limited edition Cashmere Jean. This collaboration combined J BRAND's ever popular skinny silhouette with the downtown chic vibe of L'Agence. The cotton cashmere blend jeans have the perfect amount of stretch and an ultra soft feel to keep you warm and cozy.

At $300 a pop, they better be like butter...anyone tried these yet????

nail envy

Since OPI and Essie didn't come out with any new fav colors for me this year, I've been kina bored with my same ole Moscow After Midnight, Russian Navy, Lincoln Park After Dark, A French Qtr for Your Thoughts, You Don't know Jacquez, Pinking of You, Bubble Bath, Suzi Skis the Pyrrenees.....but have been loving good ole Big Apple Red. It's THE BEST red out there.

But I even got a little tired of my red, so I did this:

Kav thinks I am crazy, and just because of that, I am not taking it off, and already thinking of my next color combo. Since we are spending a little time in Atlanta/his town, I told him I had to get my "big city girl" on. But, we are back to beach very soon..:)

I searched to see if it was some kind of trend at all, and turns out I am not alone!!!!

And this is my next step...Can't get it out of my head since I saw this pic posted several months back. How fun and holiday-ish!!! Isn't the glitter the perfect compliment to any beautiful jewel!! Hint hint Santa!! :)

Surely I can find someone in this big ole town who can throw some glitter on my short lil nails...

Not Just another dinner party......

Last night Kav and I went to a dinner party at some of his old college golf friends. We had a great time, beautiful house, amazing food and wine and fun new friends. Everything you hope a good Christmas dinner party holds for you. After dinner we had a big surprise: A Big Toy

Oh yea that is the OG (original) National Lampon's Christmas Vacation RV. Yep Cousin Eddie's sweet ride!!

Do you know of a better Christmas comedy?? We had a little fun with it.

 

Scary resemblance huh?

 

Kav and I decided this is the perfect first Christmas card for The Tucker's!

~thanks Ashley and Michael

 

10 shopping days left....make them count

Last night we had our Willow Christmas party with all the gals. Sorry we have no pics..."someone" forgot to bring our brand spankin new camera. ;) Not that I could have even used it...it has 3 instruction books and 3 cds worth of who knows what. I am not even sure which one to start with. 

Anyway, this year we all decided rather than exchange gifts among each other, that we could all come together and make a family have a very Merry Christmas. So we all brought gifts for 3 very special little ladies and family. 

 

 

It was really so fun shopping for the family. All of us got so involved. I would like to encourage everyone to adopt a family for Chirstmas. You still have time. Even if you just run into one of the dollar stores and grab $20 worth of goodies (socks, notebooks, hairbrush, coloring books & crayons, shoes, sweater, books). These kids are not going to get anything under the tree.  We can make thier day so happy and blessed. 

We found the family through a church here who supports Caring and Sharing (if you are local), if not, you can call any church, soup kitchen, rehab faciitly or shelter. Please please spread the love this holiday season to others who are much less fortunate than us. If you don't have any extra cash, volunteer your time. 

 

Trina Turk's diggs

Just as much as I love fashion in clothing, I love some amazing fashion in interior design. I have only had the priviledge of being in the home of 1 fashion designer, Tory Burch. Kinda a big one, so I can live with that she is the only one. It was TO DIE FOR.....as you would imagine! In a very famous hotel over looking Central Park...Oh my!

Well I just ran across the pics of the very chic Trina Turk's home. Oh so cool and super duper vintage. Check it out:

I think my favorite thing is that AHHHmazing headboard in the master bedroom. You can def tell where this cool lady gets her 60's style. 

 

AUBURN girls...... It's a WILLOW party just for you!!!

WILLOW BOUTIQUE HOLIDAY PARTY IN AUBURN

Calling all you Auburn girls, WILLOW BOUTIQUE is headed your way for a HUGE Holiday Trunk Show!!!! This Friday, Dec 9th.  We are so excited to come to Auburn for our first visit. 

Willow is bringing all kinds of goodies for you ladies:

TUCKER - KARLIE - DOLCE VITA- TIBI - PARKER - FRENCH CONNECTION - HUDSON - CURRENT/ELLIOTT - ARYNK - JOIE - REBECCA TAYLOR - VINCE - GREYLIN - 12TH STREET by CYNTHIA VINCENT - KOOLABURRA BOOTS - FRYE BOOTS - AND much much more

and....the best part...we are giving you a holiday present and giving you a 20% off SALE!!!!!!!

How precious are these holiday party pieces??? All 20 % off!!

We will have lots of fun jewels for under $50 and the most gorgeous scarves..all for only $38. The best gifts!!!! We will even have some great shirts for the guys..Lacoste, Billy Reid and Original Penguin

So click on this link for more info on directions and times and come Christmas shop and party with us!!!!

"WILLOW AUBURN HOLIDAY INVITE"

Bring your friends and come by anytime on Friday from 9:00am - 8:00pm! 

email us for directions: boutique.willow@gmail.com