Beacons Closet, Buffalo Exchange we all know our thrift store favorites, but there are secret gems spread across the city that carry glorious vintage pieces. Off Broadway Boutique carries designer clothing that you can’t find anywhere else. From Marc Jacobs to vintage Chanel; these pieces are what young fashionistas gravitate towards; no one wants to wear the same dress at a party. With unique styles and silhouettes from an array of notable designers; Dolce and Gabbana, Bob Mackie and Mary McFadden, Off Broadway is the place to be for Fashion’s Night Out!  

If you want to stand out in the crowd as the glamorous women you are come by Off Broadway Boutique for Fashion’s Night Out. As an extra bonus we will be giving a 10% discount for any purchase made in our vintage consignment department. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Hello, ladies!  Have you been searching for a way to put a different spin on casual chic?  Well, fear not, fabulous forty-somethings, because we’ve got the perfect solution for your sartorial dilemma – our Jane Elissa collection!  Designed for divalicious baby-boomers in mind, this selection of baseball caps and travel bags possess the right amount of sass for you to stand out from the rest of the crowd.  What’s more; each beautiful piece works as a wearable work of art that allows you to be its proud canvas.  So, stick around to read just why Jane Elissa’s collection is destined to be your newest style staple!  

Let’s say that you’re a champion shopper who likes to look the part without sacrificing comfort.  Our black Jane Elissa embellished cap is just the thing to wear when you want to cap your casual chic look with something that sizzles.  Boasting a cornucopia of floral fabric appliqués that are decorated with black sequins, white pearls, and small teardrop rhinestones, it definitely makes a fashion statement that commands attention.  In addition, the painted-on leafs and fruits are complemented by a glittery gold-painted swirl on the bill for a stunning effect.  With inscriptions of the word ‘hope’ adding a tone of glamour, this one-size-fits-all cap is perfect for you to wear on a shopping trip with your girlfriends!

Black Jane Elissa Embellished Baseball Cap, $107, featured at Off Broadway Boutique

On the other hand, you may be a fitness enthusiast who loves the idea of stopping traffic while going on your daily run.  If that’s the case, you’ll find a kindred spirit in our fancy royal blue Jane Elissa cap.  Equipped with comfortable elastic backing for a secure fit, it boasts a collage of a shimmering floral design on the front.  Consisting of hand-applied fabric appliqués that include cherries, apple slices, roses, and leaves to complement the inspirational patch messages of ‘friendship’, ‘hope’, and ‘hats for health’, this one-of-a-kind design showcases a high-quality look that will set you apart from the joggers in the park.  Sparkling rhinestone beads, gorgeous white pearls, and glittering black sequins are weaved along with silver thread throughout the collage for a look that is destined to be one of our bestsellers!

Blue Jane Elissa Embellished Baseball Cap, $107, featured at Off Broadway Boutique

If you’re a part of the travel jet set and are seeking a bag that echoes your elegant style, our black Jane Elissa quilted satin Manhattan bag is just the thing that will allow you to travel in style!  A full-sized duffle that’s ideal for a long weekend trip away, its cylindrical shape holds up so that you will have enough room to pack a complete wardrobe.  In addition to its hidden back pocket and two side pockets, this zippered bag boasts a spectacular collage of Manhattan on its front.  Including fabric appliqués of snapshots of the some of the best qualities of shopping in New York City – glamour ladies, shop girls, luxurious makeup, and fabulous jewelry – it also showcases various gold charms and glittering pins that complement the patched messages on the bag.  The addition of shiny sequins and black mesh add that extra oomph to a piece that encapsulates the spirit of New York City style!

Black Jane Elissa Satin Quilted Manhattan Bag, $207, featured at Off Broadway Boutique

Maybe you are a looking for something to keep you fresh on a crisp fall day while you read your latest novel at the café.  Try on Jane Elissa’s wool Beret Hat with Floral Appliques with exquisite embroidery detail.  Comes in an assortment of fabulous colors and is covered in vintage floral fabric with some embellished beading and other lovely details.  Each appliquéd flower piece placed to accentuate the curve of the hat.  

Jane Elissa Wool Beret with floral appliques, $97, featured at Off Broadway Boutique

When you choose a Jane Elissa piece, you’ll besporting an original that will guarantee your place as a baby boomer fashion trailblazer.  Not only will you be the center of attention by wearing this work of art, you’ll be supporting a wonderful cause.  A percentage of this collection’s sales will be going towards the New York chapter of the National Leukemia Foundation’s fight to end the debilitating disease.  In addition, Jane Elissa, herself, will be our featured accessories designer at our Fashion’s Night Out event next month at Off Broadway Boutique.  You’re more than welcome to meet the woman behind the original designs, but until then, feel free to stop by our website to shop our Jane Elissa collection!

With the largest fashion fete gracing the Big Apple in less than a month, scores of stylistas have been salivating over the chic possibilities. Sensing a perfect opportunity to broadcast our fabulous vision of forty-plus style, Off Broadway Boutique has decided to participate in Fashion’s Night Out global celebration by hosting a party at our store on the Upper West Side. In promoting our collection of elegant pieces to women over forty of all sizes, we have succeeded in tapping into an often-overlooked market that is quickly asserting itself as a lucrative force in retail. 

“One of the reasons why we’ve been successful for over forty years is because we’re one of the few boutiques in New York that specifically caters to real women,” owner and Countess of Glamour, Lynn Dell, proudly declares. “We’ve never been about chasing the latest trends because we’ve been far too busy establishing timeless style amongst fifty-something women who live for looking fabulous.” With a vast selection of wardrobe pieces and glamorous jewelry that are handpicked by Ms. Dell and her seasoned staff, Off Broadway Boutique thrives in presenting its faithful clientele with choices that will fit every size, style, and way of life. In participating in Fashion’s Night Out, we plan on establishing a new kind of lucrative customer – the 40+ fashionista.

With our personalized take on styling for bodies that range from slender to full-figured, Off Broadway Boutique has earned a well-deserved reputation as a New York fashion institution in a way that exceeds other designer boutiques and department stores. As noted fashion blogger, Ari Seth Cohen observes, visiting the shop will prompt the most selective of stylistas to spend “all afternoon playing dress-up in a collection of over 40 years of new or vintage clothing and accessories.” It is that enthusiastic outlook that Off Broadway Boutique hopes to inspire in the fashion industry’s impression of women over forty who embrace that baby boomer chic.

She describes each event as an affair to remember: from dinner at Tutto Italiano and speaking to Katie Couric who is celebrating her father’s 90^th birthday to an equally important milestone – a 13^th birthday celebration at the beach which “looked like a scene out of a Fellini movie… as the sun set over the water while my gorgeous girls carried umbrellas from Thailand.” 

Naturally, this image left one thing on her mind – umbrellas! As every glamorous woman knows, from forty plus to baby boomer, style goes from head to toe accessories included!  We’d like to present to you our cheerful 2-in-1 parasol umbrella by Anii Natural Fashions. We’d imagine that if Catherine Deneuve had her way she would’ve been carrying this in the Umbrellas of Cherbourg.

The parasol/umbrella features a cheerful multi-color fabric parasol cover adorned with intricate embroidery designs.  The cover can be easily removed to unveil a multi-color umbrella featuring a cartoon image.  It even comes with a whistle to call a cab!

Anii Natural Fashions Cheerful Parasol Umbrella, $67, featured at Off Broadway Boutique

Rain or shine we’ve got our style eye out for you!

With love, OBB

Hello, ladies!  We at Off Broadway Boutique have the utmost appreciation for the finer things in life – a pleasure that we’d love to share with you this Fall!  We’ve selected some of the most exquisite wardrobe pieces to grace our vintage and designer collection this upcoming season so that you can have access to exceptional glamour at a low price.  You will have your pick of vintage two-piece suits from such designers as Escada and Christian Lacroix, while being able to choose from luxurious evening blouses, beautifully-beaded silk pants, and elegant dresses that will set your style ablaze!  What’s more; we’ve got a brand new Timmy Woods clutch that would be the perfect complement to any Autumn piece that you decide to add to your wardrobe!  With so many chic choices at great prices for a fabulous forty-something like you, it’s a wonder that you will be able to resist the allure of Off Broadway Boutique’s Fall vintage and designer collection – as evident by these sophisticated pieces below:

Elegant Pink and Grey Vintage Tweed Suit - Sz 8, $40

Vintage Ruffle 3-piece Cream Pant Suit wrinkle-free Sz M, $100

Vintage Christian Lacroix Suit w/ scarf US Sz 12, $520

Vintage Pink Wool Escada 2 pcs Skirt Suit Sz 6, $560

Vintage Pilar Rossi Couture Brown Skirt Suit us Sz 10, $120

Black Zelda Maxi Skirt Suit Sz 4 - So Avant Garde!, $60

Vintage Beaded Silk Pants from Chetta B. Evening Sz 8, $14.99

Timmy Woods of Beverly Hills Green Heart Purse Bag, $50

Quintana Black and Gold Cocktail Dress Vintage Sz 8,$90

Lynn Dell wears accessories by NOIR and double mesh top by Planet. All items from Off Broadway Boutique.

Take a moment and browse through the Best of Style Blogs, Vol. 4 to see Lynn Dell’s look and get even more style inspiration!

http://advancedstyle.blogspot.com/2010/08/true-gem.html

http://www.vogue.it/en

http://www.vogue.it/en/people-are-talking-about/vogue-features/2010/08/advanced-style

A Day touring New York’s Plus size fashion scene- Off Broadway Boutique

What would a trip to Full Figured Fashion Week be without fully experiencing the fashion capital?

Imagine a day to traipse around the New York, chauffeured around in an executive bus with a tour guide, hitting New York’s haute-est spots for plus size fashion.  This year, assisting with the NYC shopping ventures, Full Figured Fashion Week™ and I fashioned a plus size shopping excursion to take the full-fledged fashionista to the fashion spots around the city.

On the last day of Full Figured Fashion Week™ and the day of the finale, 20+ women gathered at the top of the day just for this: The Shopping Excursion.  Starting at 8:30 am, yes, THAT EARLY, these curvy fashionistas gathered for a jam-packed, fun-filled, fashion extravaganza throughout the city and beyond with a tour of handpicked plus size boutiques and designers.

What was exciting about this trip was that there was something for everyone, from high-end designer to the consignment score.  This day was all about having fun while being presented with shopping options you hadn’t had the chance to have!  Ladies from France, Canada, Georgia, and throughout New York gathered to indulge their shopping habits! Our First stop: Off Broadway Boutique…

The Off Broadway Boutique

Our first stop took us to the Upper West Side of New York to a neighborhood favorite.  Fashion Designer and stylist to the stars, Lynn Dell was gracious to open her doors to us before opening to the public.  Off Broadway Boutique is, as one attendee shared, “a hidden gem in NY!  I walk in this area everyday and would not know of the beautiful items found inside!”

Naturally, in the 8 o’clock hour, we were still trying to wake up, but thanks to the amazing hospitality of Alix and the staff, they prepared a light breakfast paired with coffee and juice- the necessary breakfast of champions to get us going. Much needed, because there were so many things that caught our eyes!

Asides from the extremely attentive (almost psychic) and patient staff (I mean top notch) the selections were endless.  Although the site says that it caters to the more mature crowd, KNOW that there is something for everyone here! The day’s highlights include:

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The “Reruns” Department

Their consignment department, located in the back is where I was instantly drawn!  Amazing designer vintage and rare jewels- I was in heaven! Like Chanel drop earrings?  YES! Clothing like Chanel, Armani, Valentino, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton? YES!  From vintage jewelry, drop-dead furs, designer and vintage handbags- HEAVEN!

The Design Studio

They have this special service for you in the store, where if there is something you want, from their exclusive collection, and it is not in your size, they MAKE IT FOR YOU in HOUSE!

Ladies left with smiles, bags, and glee as the tone was set for the day’s festivities! Especially as those who were shopping for last minute scores for Full Figured Fashion Week’s FINALE!

To find out more about this high-fashion, highly addictive, and exclusive gem in the Upper West Side, please visit the Off Broadway Boutique website or catch them on Facebook.

Lynn Dell Shares some Style Tips

I stopped by Lynn Dell’s fabulous store Off Broadway Boutique to see one of my pal Sue Kreitzman’s sculptures and was lucky to find the ever fabulous boutique owner in store. She looked fantastic as always, just having her hair done . Lynn makes shopping in her store so much fun. She gives each customer special attention and helps them to discover their own personal style with a great mix of vintage and contemporary fashions. She has a bevvy of Advanced Style beauties both as customers and employees. Check out her style advice below and make sure to stop by her store!

Lynn Dell Styling Tips