As seen on the covers of Elle, InStyle, Lucky and Vogue, and now, most recently on the Marie Claire Big Fall Fashion Issue, Alex and Ani expandable bangle bracelets are making big fashion waves. I am thrilled to let you in on this quiet little secret: I have a limited number of these eco-conscious favorites right now in at Loehmann’s.

I have to say, I really love this line. Yes, they are beautiful. Yes, they are trendy. Yes, the innovated and patented design fits everyone’s wrists making them perfect. But more than all that, they were created and designed as vehicle to enhance human consciousness and promote unity.

Made of 100% reused and recycled materials in the U.S.A, all Alex and Ani products are created to “underscore the idea that what is pure and natural is most beautiful”. And beautiful they are! Each piece is symbolic and reflects, like a talisman, the beauty of the wearer.

An assortment of Alex and Ani signature expandable bangle sets will be priced at Loehmann’s for 19.99. 

I can’t guarantee which designs will be in all stores, but I can promise it will be worth a look! Remember, only in small numbers at the following stores, so hurry in!

Beverly Hills, White Plains, San Francisco, Chelsea, Brooklyn, Paramus,  Upper West Side, Downtown Chicago, East Brunswick, Falls Church, Riverdale, Reseda, Sunnyvale, North Miami, Boca Raton, San Diego, Chevy Chase, Pasadena, Thousand Oaks, Norwalk, Rockville, Atlanta, New Hyde Park, Farmington, San Ramon, Kendall
Huntington Beach, Sacramento, Timonium, Morton Grove, Laguna Niguel, Memorial Houston, Tustin, Moorestown, Long Beach, Englewood, East Hanover, Milpitas, Perimeter, Palm Beach Gardens, San Marcos, Midtown Miami, Paramus North, Fairfax, Burbank, Pembroke Pines, Rego Park, and Naperville

 Hi darlings, It’s Ava again and I have been soooo busy shopping for you!

I just told you all about the fabulous deals I got on discount Ed Hardy graphic tees for Loehmann’s, but I just love this style and I know you do too, so I had to do it again.

Loehmann’s has in a new shipment of  SMET clothing and Crystal Rock tees just for you!

Yes, Christian Audigier and his fabulous rock and roll lines are back. Can you believe the looks that he comes up with? He’s pure genius tapping into the cosmic trends and finding a worldwide passion and appeal of urban culture.

For the SMET line, Audiger’s inspiration is his idol, legendary French rock and roller, Johnny Halladay. SMET is best described as alternative urban street wear with a nod to classic rock style. The use of flocking and foiling on the vintage-inspired t-shirts pairs well with a leather jacket and chrome jewelry, but don’t let that scare you. They also are perfect with jeans, peeking out under one of the falls new cardigans, or with a high waisted pencil skirt.

Crystal Rock is like Barbie grows up, becomes a rock star and meets Japanese anime, but still likes flowers and pretty things.  Really, the name describes the line: It’s feminine and pretty, but has a certain grit.  These brightly colored, all over large print graphic tees, add more than a hint of color and bespeak a certain edge that makes you look twice. You can feel casual and pretty, but tough as nails, all at once. That, my dears, is complex fashion.

And, as always, the famous designer discounted prices of Loehmann’s are unbeatable. So hurry in and get a bunch of SMET and Crystal Rock graphic tees at Loehmann’s while they last!

And that’s the Loehdown!

Ava
 

Hello my fashionistas!

It’s Ava time and I have news you will not want to miss!

I know everybody likes the month of August for different reasons; the Europeans like it because August means holiday time, others due to the perfect beach weather, kids like it because it means they get to pick out a new backpack and new school supplies and moms like it because the kids are almost ready to go back to school.

For me, August means: Italian Time at Loehmann’s!

For those who are not familiar with this event, it is when the latest fashions from top designers, as well as up and comers, come from Italy right to our local stores!  If there is anything better than fine Italian wine, cannoli and tiramisu, it’s Italian cultural fashion. You will find out what “Made in Italy” really means; experience the rich wool fabrics, fine silks, and quality craftsmanship at saving of 60-80% off department store prices. From high couture to ready-to-wear Italian fashion, it’s a feast for the eyes, luxury for your body and a kindness to your wallet.
 

The backroom team has been working feverishly to get ready for this year’s event on Tuesday, August 26th.

Over 43,000 units of new fall product will be shipped to select stores in the next few weeks.

So, darlings, get ready!!! You will not be disappointed! Selections will come from top designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, and many others too exclusive to mention in print.  But, I can give you a bit of a sneak peek at some of the key trends in this year’s assortment:

We have tantalizing pencil skirts in rich wool and silk fabrics. I found amazing novelty jackets in jacquards, tweeds and plaids. The sweaters look great this season! There will be knitwear from Aviu, D’Exterior, Gazebo, Massimo Rebbechi, Twinset, Pier Antonio  Gaspari, and new comer Tricot Chic. Look for long duster coats, fur trims, cashmere, and more.

As for color, black is very important, but look for charcoal and grays, navy, olive green and various shades of purple to add newness to your closet. 

We all love Loehmann’s Italian events and we all have our favorites:

I am just dying for the belted chiffon sweater coat from Aviu. It’s priced at 499.99, compared to $1250.00 elsewhere. I think I might have to take the plunge!
Victoria, Chelsea’s own personal shopper, loves a certain trench coat with a bow tie back from a name that is just too hot to print. It’s down to 789.99 as opposed to $1975 at other stores. I know she won’t be able to resist.
My associate, Shari, adores a lovely printed dress from a new up and coming designer which is only 599.99 (compare at $1500) and it will be perfect for her. And my darling assistant, Tiffany, wants the 100% Cashmere sweater from Twinset. This gem is priced at 99.99 when it is regularly $250.00. Doesn’t she have a birthday coming up soon?
 
This event is only in selected stores and selection will vary. Be there first to get first choice, as quantities are limited. It is an event you will not want to miss!!

And that’s the Loehdown,

Ava

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Italian designer collections only available in Chelsea, Upper Westside, Beverly Hills, San Francisco, Irvine, Reseda, Laguna Niguel, Paramus, Sheepshead Bay, New Hyde Park, White Plains, North Miami, Falls Church, Chevy Chase, Northbrook and Morton Grove. 

These eye shields can do much more than protect you from the harsh rays of the sun. They invoke an image if mystery, intrigue, sophistication, and glamour.  Oliver Peoples are sleek and seductive before you even look at them or feel the weight on the bridge of your nose.

Some are a little bit 70’s inspired oversized. Some are a bit retro induced. All are made of fine materials in a wide range of colors and styles and leave you feeling like the paparazzi is running after you (even if they are not).

They are true luxury designer eyewear. Worn by many a famous celebrity, seen on the covers of many a fashion magazine, and most recently this weekend, advertised by a very famous NYC shopping landmark in a very famous NYC newspaper.

The prestigious ad had them priced at around $400 a pair.  Loehmann’s just happens to have received a large shipment in and all the mystery and glamour can be yours for only 99.99.

At these prices, they won’t be around for long, so hurry in and hide your eyes in style with Oliver Peoples luxury designer eyewear.

 Hi, it’s Ava time and I am in from the fashion trenches with more great Loehmann’s buyers news!!

 If the phrase “Ed Hardy Tunic Sale” does not get you excited, then you have not been paying attention to fashion trends of late.  The Ed Hardy line is just the latest stunningly successful endeavor of fashion impresario, Christian Audigier and that alone is enough to get Hollywood excited.  These days say ”On sale Ed Hardy Clothing” out loud and you’ll get the attention of everyone within hearing distance, but it wasn’t always like that.

Ten years ago, the idea of unknown Audigier and tattoo inspired fashion, would have probably made many fashion forward folks laugh out loud.  After arriving unemployed in the states in 2001, Christian Audigier is now at the center of one of the most meteoric rises in fashion history. He is known far and wide as the top designer for Diesel, Fiorucci, Bisou Bisou and Von Dutch and now adds Ed Hardy to his collections as well.

A true case of life influencing fashion can be seen in the story of Ed Hardy. With the popular followings of tattoo shows such as Miami and LA Ink, tattoos and the art inspired by them have been slowly seeping into the mainstream line of sight.  As a true artist and traditional tattooist, Don Ed Hardy can be seen as one who has been waiting for this day to come for quite some time. With an honorary doctorate from the San Francisco Art Institute, this California native is recognized around the world for his hypnotic imagery as a painter and printmaker and his tattoo influenced designs as fine art are shown in galleries and museums all over the West.  Audigier saw the writing on the wall in 2004 and licensed the rights to produce the Ed Hardy clothing line, which is based on Hardy’s imagery.

The collection represents an entire lifestyle of street couture, appealing to both men and women, with high quality, intricately designed tee shirts, caps, wovens, and outerwear.  Ed Hardy fresh and inspirational designs are hot, hot hot! As Audigier keeps track of which celebrity is wearing his clothes today, Loehmann’s offers a great selection of discounted Ed Hardy screened tattoo tee shirts, jeweled and glittered tee shirts and I will have even more coming in real soon. With prices at 34.99 to 149.99  (elsewhere $54 to $265), you can’t go wrong with this hot trend.

 If you want to keep on top of the trendy scene, you need to get yourself an Ed Hardy tattoo tunic.  Fun and casual, they pair beautifully with casual shorts or a skirt. And when hitting the town for dancing the night away, a sweet Ed hardy designed graphic tee goes perfectly with a pair of well fitting jeans and heels.

And that’s the Loehdown,

Ava