Hello, ladies! One of the greatest things about Off Broadway Boutique is our ability to maintain our staying power for over four decades. Despite changing trends, we’ve done wonderfully in serving our chic clientele through providing them with superior jewelry quality. A prime example of this is our Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry, which has been a top seller since its debut in our shop forty years ago. Extremely popular year round, each piece possesses an individuality and modernity that complements every woman at every age!
It has the distinction of combining golden beads with gilded coins, thus making it a flashy piece. Also available in silver tone, it serves as a great centerpiece to your stylish outfit. Characteristic of all Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry pieces, our coin jewelry possesses that luxurious flair and unmistakable elegance that make them irresistible. Our snazzy silver and gold coin hoops live up to the high standard of our signature collection: Kenneth Jay Lane Silver Hoop Earrings with Gold Coins, $87, featured at Off Broadway Boutique
Created with a delicate quatrefoil design in each center, these drop earrings are threaded for a classic look that belies their exquisite look. Then again, if you’re all about living out loud when it comes to your style, our triple dangling coin earrings will certainly do the trick! Kenneth Jay Lane Triple Dangling Coin Earrings, $97, featured at Off Broadway Boutique
Stacked with descending gold coins that glimmer with every move you make, these pieces are a prime choice for a Kenneth Jay Lane must-have. Furthermore, they are a part of a line that prides itself in featuring fashionable jewelry with exceptional quality. In addition to our coin jewelry, Kenneth Jay Lane carries classic pieces – such as our pearl jewelry collection – that are invaluable to any woman’s style. It is that sensibility that has contributed to our continuing success.
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Hi, ladies! Has the chilly season sent you into a style rut? Well, you’ve certainly come to the right place, for Off Broadway Boutique has just the cure for humdrum fashion – ourshimmering sequin boots! Possessing the perfect mélange of contemporary flavor and classic style, they are versatile enough to fit wear with various looks. In addition, our boots provide that extra zest of style for any chic woman at any age without making her fall victim to trends.
Made with supple leather while adorned with sparkling sequins along the length and height of each boot, they add the right amount of stature to your outfit. For instance, if you were in the mood to embellish your jeans and sweater look, our pewter-hued boots would make for a great choice. They add that extra kick without throwing off your casual style! Pewter Sequin Boots, $157, featured by Off Broadway Boutique
Should you be concerned about sacrificing style for comfort or vice versa, our sequin boots score on both counts. Designed with a plush interior lining to offset their sharp style, they provide a comfortable fit while allowing you to be the fashionable femme that you truly are. Clocking in at 16” from top to bottom, they elongate your legs while providing wiggle room with 15” space around each calf. What’s more, their 2” heel allows you to strut without stumbling – ideal for when you’re dressing up for a day out in our urbane black boots. Black Sequin Boots, $157, featured by Off Broadway Boutique
What’s the best part about our snazzy sequin boots? They’re great to wear year-round so that you’ll always have that style staple on hand for every occasion. Even better, you’ll be among the 40+ and fantastic women that will make heads turn with each stride. Should anyone ask just where you snagged our sensational boots, just steer them towards Off Broadway Boutique– where glamour lives and elegance thrives!
Hello, ladies! Have you been searching high and low or that special piece that’ll add the sizzle to your style? Well, fear not, because Off Broadway Boutique has just the thing that’ll make that big and bold statement – our oversized pocket pants. Custom-made in our workroom studio with the amazingly ageless femme in mind, they possess that eye-catching element that will guarantee a grand reaction. In addition, they are designed with a voluminous fabric in a one-size-fits-most fit. They flatter every stylish shape out there so that you’ll never fade into the woodwork – regardless of size or age.
Our Silk Dupioni pocket pants are a perfect example of this, for their customized fit and various color choices provide you with the chance to be flamboyantly fashionable. What’s more; the electrifying fabric adds a breezy effect to the wide legged pants in a way that sets them apart from the average dress slacks. Comfort is also the key to its amazing appeal, for the elasticated waist band allows every fabulous forty-something to float around town like the dazzling diva that they are! Pair them with our beautiful bolero jacket and you’re certain to be the toast of the town! Silk Dupioni Wide Leg Oversized Pocket Pants, $377, featured by Off Broadway Boutique
Because we at Off Broadway Boutique believe in living life to the fullest, it’s no surprise that we present pieces that measure up to that mindset. While our oversized pocket pants are a prime example of this, we ultimately carry style staples that every bold and beautiful woman can appreciate. That way, you’ll give off that glamour without falling victim to unbecoming trends and dowdy designs.
Since we’re all about cultivating that connection with our chic clientele, we’d love to hear more about what strikes your fashion fancy. We know you’ve got great experience to go along with your exquisite tastes, so please feel free to share what it is about you that makes you fabulous past forty. After all, you inspire us to showcase our show-stopping style!
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we at Off Broadway Boutique have decided to present a wondrous display that is pleasing to the eye and the soul. Designed with the love that symbolizes this holiday, we truly believe that you’ll love our windows. This is why it is our pleasure to introduce you to Sue Kreitzman – our friend, our customer, as well as a prolific cookbook author, lecturer, teacher, and television personality. Much to her surprise, she was seduced by Art in the second half of life. It was a coup de foudre, coming upon her “… violently, inadvertently…” Despite completely dissimilar backgrounds (Sue has no training, showed no early talent, and had, until ten years ago, “never so much as doodled,”) they’re enjoying a joyful, passionate, and productive relationship…the fruits of which we share in our windows this month.
Paintings and constructions of “powerful and colorful female figures, imagined goddesses, personal heroines, glimpsed strangers, and self portraits” line her walls, fill her shelves and obsess her imagination. Favorites include Eve, Josephine Baker, Frida Kahlo, Wonder Woman, Carmen Miranda, and Medusa, whom Sue feels got a bad rap living as a strong, singular and magical woman at a time ruled by men.
Her iconic “Memory Jugs” continue a tradition gong as far back as memorials to the dead created by African slaves of the deep South, and as differently motivated as a kind of three dimensional scrapbook female hobbyists would put together beginning in the Victorian era. Memorials were made by emptying the pockets of the deceased and embedding these small objects with others of a personal nature into a clay or putty covered jug. Decorative pieces would be fabricated by pressing on found objects-thimbles, marbles, bits of broken jewelry, buttons, toys…and then, sometimes, painted gold.
Sue’s indomitably cheerful and completely unique modern day interpretations of this genre are richly decorated with “fascinating and profound junk gleaned from charity shops, salvage yards, and flea markets.” Each is topped with a head or head and torso – from mannequin to doll or action figure- representing the essence of the character being saluted. Most of these are embellished as well. The work sings of her zeal. Its confidence, energy, and mythological presence galvanize emotion and tickle one’s spirit.
If you’re interested in commissioning or selling Sue’s work, do feel free to e-mail her with your inquiries. Should you want to learn more about her international Outsider Art Group, you can check out their official website for more details. Meanwhile, we invite you over to Off Broadway Boutique to get swept up in the enchantment of our amazing display this Valentine’s Day!
Hello, ladies! Are you fretting about making that flawless impression on your sweetheart this year? Well, you need not worry because Off Broadway Boutique is here to bring the spice to your style! After all, we’ve got a lot of amazing accessories that you will fall head over heels for. And if you’re not sure just where to start with your search, we’ve got a couple of pieces that we think capture the spirit of Valentine’s Day style to a tee, such as our Timmy Woods quilted heart bag: Carnation Pink Timmy Woods Quilted Heart Bag, Auctioned by Re-Runs at Off Broadway Boutique’s eBay Shop
Designed with an intricate quilted heart pattern, these Beverly Hills style handbags provide that exclusive look that is coveted by many. Add its surprisingly spacious interior and it’s guaranteed to cap off your Valentine’s Day look. Should you decide that you’d like to jazz things up a bit, our lime green version will absolutely fit the bill! Lime GreenTimmy Woods Quilted Heart Bag, auctioned by Re-Runs at Off Broadway Boutique’s eBay Shop
It has the same whimsical feel as its pink counterpart, but also stands on its own as a scene stealer. What’s more, it’s versatile enough for you to wear wherever you and your beloved decide to celebrate February 14th.
Embossed with gleaming hearts on each corner of the rectangular gold buckle, it is equally as chic as it is fanciful. We imagine that is the look that you’re aiming for when you dress for your sweetheart, which is why we’re sure that he’d appreciate how well this textured leather belt hugs your curves.
Constructed with buttery soft leather than belies the tough hammered gold buckle, it adds the sass that will surely keep his eyes on you all night. In addition, this timeless belt is great for you to wear with one of our snazzy dresses. The Sonia Rykiel signature on the buckle adds a personalized touch to what could be a memorable ensemble.
Whichever way you decide to go with your Valentine’s Day style, take heart in the fact that you’ve found a gem in Off Broadway Boutique. With our hands-on staff of fashion experts, you will never be in doubt when it comes to your chic choices. You’re also more than welcome to visit our eBay to bid on more one-of-a-kind pieces that will speak to your elegant style. After all, you deserve all the trappings that are befitting for a fifty and fabulous femme such as yourself.
With Valentine’s Day mere weeks away, we know that you’re searching for a present that will reflect the beauty of your beloved. Well, you’ve certainly come to the right place, for Off Broadway Boutique has plenty of jewelry pieces that are guaranteed to take her breath away! From the fabulousness of our glamour fashion jewelry to the extravagance of our enchanting pieces, you’re sure to find that special gift. After all, we pride ourselves on being the top style source for fashionable femmes over forty. So, scroll down for some wonderful ways to wow her this year…
If your sweetheart is the kind of woman that loves to make a dramatic entrance, may we suggest our resplendent hoop earrings? Not only do they possess the perfect amount of pizzazz, but their rhodium 14K gold plated base adds a striking luster to each piece.
If you’re shopping for a lady who wears her heart on her sleeve, she will definitely appreciate our heart shaped hoop earrings. Designed with dozens of radiant round-cut cubic zirconia, these silver and 14K gold electroplate pieces cast a glimmering air that will match your love’s smile when she feasts her eyes on them! Big Heart Shape Loop Earrings in Silver or Gold, $57, featured by Off Broadway Boutique
Maybe, you’d like to surprise your darling with dreamy dazzlers that will absolutely captivate her. Should that be the case, we suggest that you woo her with our delicate sitting heart hoops. Encrusted with intricate Zirconia that cradle an exquisite heart in each hoop: Be-Je Gold and Zirconia Heart Hoop Earrings, $127, featured by Off Broadway Boutique
Your dearest will certainly appreciate the thrill that they bring. However, if she prefers the timeless treasures that costume jewelry can bring, we think that she’ll adore our period jewelry. Crafted with the care that is associated with valuable antiques, they appeal to the person that appreciates the beauty of art – as seen in our cultured heart rings: Patrice Resin and Brass Heart Ring in Red or Black, $177, featured by Off Broadway Boutique
Whatever path you decide to take with your jewelry gift selection this Valentine’s Day, be reassured by the care that we put into each of our quality pieces. As the foremost source for glamour for fabulous women over forty, we at Off Broadway Boutique take pride in our ability to provide that one-of-a-kind charisma to our clientele. Thus, we aim to provide that level of excellence on your special day
Hello, ladies! Fantastic style is a right that every woman of every age should enjoy, which is why Off Broadway Boutique has dedicated itself to providing this in every piece in our exclusive collection. In addition to the care that we take in choosing our unique merchandise, we also make it our business to feature fantastic clothes that embrace an extraordinary essence – as evident in our top-selling 3 Knot Jacket!
Inspired by the exotic glamour of Mandarin fashion, the 3 Knot Jacket exemplifies everything that Off Broadway Boutique is about – bold style and exciting elegance. It was originally conceived as an antidote to the dowdy pieces that were marketed to our clientele with the plan to refashion what it means to be over forty and fabulous. In addition to its regal look, it was designed to fit every fashionable figure through its personalized sizing. Not merely a one-size-fits-all piece, our 3 Knot Jacket was carefully crafted to fit specific bust, waist, and hip sizes so that every woman would shine with style. Silk 3-Knot Jacket for $267.00, Exclusively by Off Broadway Boutique
to allow our customers to carry over that classiness into their everyday style. The floral brocade design adds an effervescent aura to the piece that makes it an ideal spring and summer wardrobe staple. With vibrant colors that vary from red to lilac, the unlined jacket is guaranteed to be a must-have this year!
Whether you pair either jacket with our oversized pocket pants or our slim tapered slacks, you’ll definitely succeed at making a bold style statement. For women who are fabulously over forty, our 3 Knot Jacket is a treasure that promises a chic lasting impression!
Have you been searching for a style staple that would jazz up your look? An electrifying piece that is just as timeless? Well, we at Off Broadway Boutique believe that our stunning flower handbags will do wonders for your style without placing a strain on your wallet. Not only do they possess that dramatic flair, their genuine patent leather luster lends a high-end gloss that works like a charm for women of any age!
For instance, if you’d like to add a little romance into your everyday look, our rosier handbag definitely fits the bill. From its unforgettable floral centerpiece to its sophisticated shape, it works just as well with a sassy trench as it does with a modern wool coat. We offer this exclusive bag in refined red, swank snakeskin, and bold black at a great steal! What’s more; it makes a sensational Valentine’s Day present! Patent Leather Rosier Handbag for $177, featured byOff Broadway Boutique
Perhaps, you’re seeking a chic tote that you can carry your whole life in. We know it’s difficult to find a show-stopping piece that can carry all of your essentials, but we’re pretty sure that the solution is with our leather rose handbag. With a slender shape that belies its spaciousness, this Valentino inspired bag is the perfect choice for everyday elegance. The blooming flower petals unfold into a symphony of style, making it a must-have bag of the season in such vibrant colors as mod black and fashionable red! Large Patent Leather Rose handbag for $197, featured byOff Broadway Boutique
If you’re looking to make a fresh fashion statement without going overboard, may we suggest our long flower handbag? Adorned with cascading waves of petals, this slender piece is adaptable to any kind of look that you are aiming for. Moreover, its combination of stylish timelessness appeals to both the trendy and the classic woman. Though they’re just as fantastic in silver and snakeskin print, we believe that our black and red versions provide that unmistakable je nais sais quoi! Long Patent Leather Flower Handbag for $167, featured byOff Broadway Boutique
We believe that every woman should be the star of the show of her life and want to provide you with the opportunity to make that unforgettable impression. With our glamorous pieces, you are destined to become the style maven that you’ve always wanted to be. By shopping at Off Broadway Boutique, you will have access to some of the most unique pieces in the world!
“They call me, you know, a legend,” said Joy Golden. We were at the Selling the Sixties screening and I had just asked her if she was the real Peggy Olsen. She is, in fact, one of them.
Golden is 79 — “I say 80 because it’s more impressive” — and worked as a copywriter on Madison Avenue until the eighties, when she started her own radio advertising company, Joy Radio. It was exclusively focused on humorous radio, “because I’m funny.” Here she is doing an AMC promo for Mad Men, part of a series of Madison Avenue legends. She admits to “hanking and panking — but it was always elegant.”
What was it like to be among the first generation of women in advertising? “At the time I didn’t think about it. I really didn’t,” she said. “I was just happy to get a job right out of college. I didn’t think about the social aspects of it.” As she rose through the ranks, Golden learned how to assert herself. “By the time you go to be a copywriter you were no longer in the secretarial pool. I learned not to be a pushover, just like Peggy in the series.”
In Selling The Sixties, in a segment originally taped for Mad Men DVD extras (above), Golden talks more about on what life was like for a woman in advertising back then. “You just had to kind of keep away from the guys, at least I did. I was cute in those days so they used to knock on my cubicle, so to speak. ‘You wanna have lunch?’ ‘No.’” (Bonus: legendary journalist Gay Talese says there were no attractive women at The New York Timesat the time because they were all in advertising.) Overall, she was thrilled by the work itself and the excitement around it.
But it didn’t last. “Things changed,” Golden told me. “What happened is, it became technological creative rather than creative creative… so we all kind of lost our hearts.”
Right around them, George Lois came by to chat. Earlier, he had explained that he had been getting dozens of emails telling him he was right about Vogue. Golden complained that he and Gay Talese had been cut off from their Esquire reminiscences in the panel earlier that night.
“I was kind of getting to a punchline, wherever I was,” Lois said. “I’m always about to get to a punchline.”
“That’s the story of life,” said Golden. As Lois left, she said coquettishly, “Do you kiss old ladies?”
“Of course I do,” he said, leaning in affectionately. “I kiss old ladies who are eighty but look like they’re sixty.” He left, promising to do a Jezebel interview.
A few minutes later, Golden turned to me. By way of goodbye, she said, “You have my permission to make me famous again.”
As you know here at Off Broadway, we are big fans of all things theatrical. Here are some of the latest write ups from recent shows -
Dreamgirls – The Story of Diana Ross and The Supremes
Currently showing at the Apollo is the smash hit ‘Dreamgirls’, which has been adapted for the stage after a successful stint in the Box Office. Lynn Dell went to check it out and see what all the fuss was about! With almost 40 costume changes this surely was a feast for the eyes – whoever designed the costumes should have won an Academy Award! The set design and the lighting especially, was beyond the beyond! Of course we are not forgetting the show stopping performances by Moya Angela as Effie White, also featuring, as The Dreams, Syesha Mercado as Deena Jones, and Adrienne Warren as Lorrell Robinson.
Dreamgirls is showing with LIMITED ENGAGEMENT THROUGH December 12, 2009
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, at 8 PM
Wednesday & Saturday at 2 PM & 8 PM
Sunday at 3 PM
Ragtime - The Story is ours. The place is America. The time is Ragtime.
Last week, Lynn Dell, went to see the Broadway Musical ‘Ragtime’ and said the opening scene literally “knocked me out! This ALONE is worth paying to go and see!!” Here in New York times change, but struggles remain the same as they did 100 years ago. Read below for more information on this fantastic show!
Synopsis – AT THE DAWN OF A NEW CENTURY, everything is changing… and anything is possible. Direct from a sold-out extended run at the Kennedy Center, RAGTIME THE MUSICAL returns to Broadway in an acclaimed new production as ravishing as it is relevant. Set in the volatile melting pot of turn-of-the-century New York, RAGTIME weaves together three distinctly American tales — that of a stifled upper-class wife, a determined Jewish immigrant and a daring young Harlem musician — united by their courage, compassion and belief in the promise of the future. Their compelling stories are set to a glorious, Tony Award®-winning score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens. Based on the classic E. L. Doctorow novel, RAGTIME also features an extraordinary, Tony Award-winning book by Terrence McNally, direction and choreography by Marcia Milgrom Dodge, a majestic 28-piece orchestra and a vibrant cast of 40.
