Brimfield Vintage/Antique Show

Yesterday we ventured out to the Brimfield show, going on now through September 12th. About an hour away from Boston, one of the largest vintage shows around takes over several acres of land in Brimfield, MA. You will find everything from vintage jewelry, bags and clothing, to furniture, decorative home accents and much more!

After 4 hours of walking around, we had not seen it all. The town of Brimfield is home to many great Vintage and Antique stores. The fair grounds are also a short ride to good old Sturbridge Village where many Bostonians were once dragged to on a school field trip. This is an all day adventure, and one that we highly recommend. Happy Shopping!

HINT: You will most likely be browsing between celebrities and buyers from Bloomies! Although we weren't lucky enough to spot anyone yesterday, we did return home with a vintage Fendi and Louis Vuitton and lots of fabulous jewelry! GOOD LUCK!

Phone: 800-628-8379

23 Main Street

Brimfield, MA 01010

The Boston Design Center - Find Inspiration!

We love the idea of an afternoon outing at one of our favorite museums in the city. However, last week we came across a different kind of attraction that also offers design and inspiration: The Boston Design Center!

Find over seven floors of model rooms, fabric stores, upscale and chic design, decorating boutiques and warehouses. We left the BDC completely inspired. Check out the one of a kind views of Boston's waterfront from the top floors!

HINT: The best part of this hidden gem, it's FREE!

The Boston Design Center

1 Design Center Place

Boston, MA 02210

Greenward Cambridge - An Eco-friendly boutique

Greenward boutique in Cambridge is a great place to shop for Eco-based products of all kinds; many of them unique and the latest in the marketplace.

"Worldwide, over 60 billion tons of plastic waste is produced every year. Plastic is particularly damaging because it is not biodegradable and plastic particles eventually become part of the food chain - as they have for example in our oceans. In some parts of the sea, there is five times more plastic than plankton. Neil Seldman, a waste recycling expert, has labeled our plastic problem as «potentially more dangerous than global warming."» - Sigg Website

HINT: Many of us cannot leave home without a plastic bottle of Poland Spring water, but with help from companies like Sigg, we can change this! The Swiss quality reusable bottles are extruded from a single piece of pure aluminium for seamless, leak-proof durability. They have many designs, colors and options, and even small design friendly bottles for the kiddies!

Phone:617-395-1338
1764 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02140

Looking for the perfect pair? - National Jean Company

National Jean Company buys only the best designer jean lines for both men and women. If you are looking for the perfect pair, this really is the place to shop. Their staff is well trained and educated on the details of every line and every fit. The stores also stock up on adorable dresses, tops, tee's and more.

HINT: National Jean Company and Paige denim has teamed up with The Liberty Hotel and will be featured in their Fashionably late event this Thursday! Meet Paige, the designer of Paige jeans this Friday at their Newton location! NJC will be offering 15% off your entire purchase from 12p-3p. 10% of sales are donated to The Harris Center for Education and The Advocacy in Eating Disorders.

National Jean Company Wellseley
Phone: 781-489-3500
180 Linden Street
Wellesley, MA 02482

National Jean Company Newton
Phone: 617-969-2888
34 Langley Road
Newton, MA 02459

Tis.tiK Boutique - Bright cocktail rings just in time for spring!

26 year old Perla Brito Cuevas is from Taxco, Mexico the country's jewelry capital. She grew up surrounded and inspired by jewelry merchants and makers. Perla, a Babson College graduate is now the proud owner of the Harvard Square and Dedham boutiques Tis.tiK meaning, "A warm welcome to you" in the Mayan language.

Perla stays true to her roots and represents the artisan works of young women designers from Mexico. From jewelry, to hand bags, frames and more, these designers are finally getting the recognition that their beautiful work deserves. Much of the artwork is made from recycled material. The beauty of this work cannot be described in words, its something that you just have to see for yourself!

HINT: The cocktail rings pictured above make for that perfect accent to your classic spring dress and are priced at $52.00!

Phone: 617-661-0900

Harvard Square

54 Church Street

Cambridge, MA 02138

Phone:781-326-9110

702 Legacy Place

Dedham, MA 02026

A unique vintage shopping experience – The Buffalo Exchange

The nationally known Buffalo Exchange recently opened its doors in Davis Square. It is truly a unique experience for vintage shopping in Boston. Unlike other popular vintage shops, The Buffalo Exchange will review and buy your items right then and there, no appointment necessary. True hidden gems arrive at this store each week. I just purchased a Anna Sui dress from the 2008 spring collection at over 80% off!

HINT: Donate your old furs to Coats for Cubs and give them back to the animals! All furs donated, including trims and accessories are sent to wildlife rehabilitators, who use the furs to warm and comfort orphaned and injured wildlife. More than 200 rehabilitators from across the United States and Canada now participate in this program.

Phone: 617-629-5383

238 Elm Street

Boston, MA 02144