Special thanks to designer Ronald Jackson, artist/designer Jane Elissa, model & consultant Terri Murray, Mushana designs representative Angela, and our friend and photographer Richard Williams for gracing us with your presence.  This night wouldn’t have been as successful without you!

See all the fun on our facebook, we wish we could have captured every moment.

With Love,

Off Broadway Boutique

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.

Fabulously40;a wonderful website dedicated to women in their prime, who support each other through blogs and articles, decided to do a spectacular interview with our own Countess of Glamour. Check out the interview below and be sure to visit this informative website and join the Fabulously40 community!

Can you see yourself being in the same profession for over 40 years? Meet Lynn Dell the owner of Off Broadway Boutique  located in New York, NY  

Fab40: Describe how you started out in your career field. Did you attend college immediately following high school?
Lynn:We wanted to create a space for the fabulous fortysomething femme to shop in and believed that unique designs and unmistakable glamourwere attributes that any woman deserved.  Thus, we launched Off Broadway Boutique on the Upper West SIde of New York over 40 years ago.  

Fab40: Are you currently working in the same profession you intended to when starting your career path or has it taken you in another direction and what is your current profession?
Lynn: For over 40 years, our boutique has been a show-stopper on New York’s Upper West Side because we unabashedly sell one thing: Glamour! Wherever you live, play, work or travel our look is unmistakable. It says you’re the most exciting woman in the room.        

Fab40: During our careers, there are always challenges we are faced with that may or may not be gender related. I would like to know the most significant challenges you have been faced throughout your career or are facing now, and how you overcame them or plan to overcome them.
Lynn: Our biggest challenge has been to maintain our niche of selling to 40+ women, since mainstream fashion is often marketed to a younger demographic.  We’ve overcome this by staying true to our original objective while adapting with the times through communicating online, via telephone, and in person.  

Fab40: What keeps you from giving up along the way when faced with tough challenges or let downs? Where did you find the strength or desire to keep pushing forward?
Lynn: We find inspiration through the countless women who leave our store extremely satisfied with what piece we’ve chosen for them or what outfit we’ve assembled together.  That lets us know that Off Broadway Boutique is not making our bold statement in vain.  

Fab40: What are your accomplishments you are most proud of and why?
Lynn: We’re most proud of being able to withstand the changing style trends while providing a fashion haven for 40+ women who aspire to look fabulous.

Fab40: Do you have a support system surrounding you throughout your career climbing and if so, who are they and how did/do they help you?
Lynn: We consider our clients to be our support system, for we owe all our success to them.  They are very loyal to us, thus we thank them by providing them with the best service in New York City.        

Fab40: What do you attribute your success to?
Lynn:Our success is attrributed to fulfilling our customers’ style desires for drama, color, and originality in their wardrobe.  

Fab40: Has goal setting been a key component to your success and why?
Lynn: Setting goals has contributed to a major part of our success, for Off Broadway Boutique has never been a shop that remains idle when it comes to enticing their customers.  

Fab40: In helping yourself achieve career goals, do you perform any type of mediation, relaxation or affirmations? If so, what has your experience been in relation to helping you accomplish your professional and personal goals?
Lynn: A simple affirmation works in securing Off Broadway Boutique’s lasting success: live your life to the absolute fullest.

Fab40: Have you been a mentor to others?
Lynn: We have mentored many women who’ve wanted a space to express their dynamic personality through fashion.  In encouraging women over 40+ to live fashionably out loud, we provide them with the confidence to do whatever their heart desires.  

Fab40: What is your experience with networking and do you feel it is important? If so why or why not? Please describe any positive or negative experiences you may have had.
Lynn: Our experience in networking has been nothing but positive.  We’ve had the pleasure of meeting diverse people who share the common need to look and feel their very best.  That’s a quality that we believe that everyone should enjoy – feeling great.        

Fab40: What do you feel are the essentials to career climbing and why?
Lynn: In our opinion, we believe in one golden rule when it comes to career climbing: You get one chance around, so go for it.        

Fab40: Where do you see yourself in your career in 5 or 10 years and how do you plan on getting there?
Lynn: In five years, we anticipate becoming a major fashion force for 40+ women while being entirely accessible on the Internet.  

Fab40: Are you involved in any non-profit organizations as a volunteer or board member? If so, which charity and why did you choose that particular charity? What role do you have in supporting them?
Lynn: We are involved in Broadway Cares, for a great deal of our clientele are fabulous women and famous celebrities from film, stage, television and opera who need our support in the Arts.              

Fab40: Anything else you would like to add?
Lynn:We’re out to make a statement for you in day wear, evening wear, sportswear and every other kind of wear.  Most importantly, we want our clothes to have that certain attitude. That “je ne sais quoi” that makes every woman, large or small, young or ageless, look gorgeous. ]]> http://www.offbroadwayboutique.com/blog/fabulously40-interviews-the-countess-of-glamour/feed/ 4 http://www.offbroadwayboutique.com/blog/shine-and-sparkle-for-4th-of-july/ http://www.offbroadwayboutique.com/blog/shine-and-sparkle-for-4th-of-july/#comments Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:38:40 +0000 The Countess of Glamour http://www.offbroadwayboutique.com/blog/?p=760 Hello Ladies!

July 4^this upon us and everyone knows this is a great opportunity to dress the part for a sensational night of fireworks or an outdoor barbeque with family and friends. Here at Off Broadway Boutique, we have tons of glamorous outfit choices for you to pick from. Dazzle and sparkle just like the fireworks in the sky with our stunning outfit choices.  

Our store front is decked out in fabulous red, white, and blue outfits, and with a variety of designers Off Broadway Boutique is the place to go to find chic outfits.  From Courtney Washington to Ronald Jackson, we have an exuberant amount of Independence Day themed clothing. Take a look at some of our garments and get inspirations from our fabulous storefront.

Look glamorous and chic in these Courtney Washington and Ronald Jackson garments. Remember to use your coupon code OBBCW when ordering anything from the Courtney Washington Collection to get 10% off your purchase.

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Don’t forget to accessorize with our fabulous collection of statement necklaces, earrings and hats!

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Have a spectacular Fourth of July Weekend!

The remarkable Deborah Newallo and her able musicians captivated those in attendance.  Recognizing one another as women of a certain sympathetic glamour, owner Lynn Dell and Deborah Newallo met as strangers and struck up a conversation.  Upon learning Deborah was an experienced jazz singer, Lynn enlisted her, unheard, for the party.  Class and presence would certainly manifest themselves in her musicianship. And they did.  Ms. Newallo stands just to the left of Billie Holiday, in the vicinity of Lee Wiley, yet very much in her own territory.  Her arrangements served her confident voice and the classic songs, her sidemen were top notch.  This was music worthy of a fine supper club.

Karen E. Seiger then signed copies of her terrific book: Markets of New York City: A Guide to the Best Artisan, Farmer, Food and Flea Markets, which features Off Broadway Boutique and is published by The Little Bookroom…as we participate in the 77^th and Columbus Flea Market on Sundays. You’re always welcome to visit us every Sunday.  A comprehensive and beautifully illustrated little volume, the book is indispensable for those of us full-figured women who love exploring when we shop.

Discount cards for the wine bar at the splendid new SD26 (contemporary Italian cuisine at 26^th Street between Fifth and Madison Avenues) and for Seven’s Mediterranean Turkish Grill across the street from the shop, were offered to our guests.  Additionally, we offered entrance in a free raffle that featured prizes of lunches, dinners, teas, accessories and books.  All our fantastic fifty-plus winners will be notified.

Familiar faces mingled with new ones as we were happy to welcome Charlene Gianetti and the Women Around Town, as well as those who accompanied friends.  Maryann Van Dongen, Lina Piloplyte and Jenny Hirscowitz were instantly recognizable as denizens of Ari Cohen’s extremely fashionable web site, www.advancedstyle.blogspot.com. Their unique taste and individualistic approaches to fashion further enhanced a lively scene. Also present was the elegant Terry Murray, looking fabulous in one of our black and turquoise ruffled-collar peplum jackets.  Ms. Murray, a successful plus sized model, is an image coach extraordinaire and her own best advertisement.

What could be better than an evening’s entertainment combining shopping (with discounts,) entertainment, fellowship and wine?!   The always hospitable Lynn Dell, resplendent in an orange silk shantung jacket and hat, spoke with everyone she could and was interested in all the ladies and what had brought them to our lovely boutique.

It was genuinely a “mahvelous” party. If you missed this one, be sure to make it a point to join us for the next.

Until then, feel free to view our album of candid photos from our fabulous fete! Should you prefer a taste of how it is like to be in the middle of the action, you’re definitely welcome to watch our video below:

Our Spring Is In The Air Party – Live In Action

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As for those who’ve been waiting to hear of the results of our raffle draw:

IT IS OUR ESTEEMED PLEASURE TO ANNOUNCE THE WINNERS AND THE PRIZES AS THE RESULT OF OUR RAFFLE DRAW.

Our winners are:

• Aandra Aabolock – Carry-All Beach Straw Bag including Towels, Capes, Books, and Tanning Body Gel
• Sandy Leslie – Smashing Summer Rainbow Hat
• Dale Rutkin – Res Rose Bag
• Jenny Hirschowitz – Dinner for two at Seven’s Mediterranean Turkish Grill
• Mimi Nardini- Dinner for four at SD26
• Yoko Haraguchi- Tea party for two at Alice‘s Tea cup

PLEASE COME IN TO RETRIEVE YOUR LOVELY GIFTS.

As for all our other customers – please feel free to drop by with your e-mail address or business card. We will provide you with announcements on new arrivals, sales, coupon promotions, future parties and events!!

(Disclaimer: If your name was spelled wrong, we apologize, for it was a bit difficult to read your handwriting…..)

Hello, ladies!  We at Off Broadway Boutique, along with Woman Around Town, wanted to remind you that our Springtime fashion celebration is right around the corner.   With the season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to take in the sensational sights of our chic summer collection.   

Among the many delights we will feature are live jazz performances by renowned vocalist, Deborah Newallo.  Accompanied by a classical pianist, she will grace our guests with her timeless voice throughout the evening.  We will be serving delectable wine and cheese through the night for you to enjoy as well.

In addition, we’ve invited special guest, Karen E. Seiger, to discuss her book, Markets of New York City.  Chronicling the best places to check out in New York City – including yours truly – it shines the spotlight on this city’s shopping treasures.  Quickly earning serious buzz as the premier go-to guide, The New York Times featured this book in their Browsing section this past Wednesday.  As a guest of ours, you will be able to purchase this book at a discounted rate while having the opportunity to have it signed by Ms. Seiger.

What’s more; we will be holding a fun raffle so that all our guests will have the chance to win wonderful gifts.  From our perennial flower bag to our ravishing rainbow straw hat, you may be leaving our party in style!  More raffle prizes include dinner for two at the Sevens Mediterranean Turkish Grill restaurant, lunch for four at SD26, an afternoon tea for two at Alice’s Tea Cup, and many more.  With so many chances to win, there’s no reason to skip out on our stylish social event!

So, join us on Thursday, May 13^th at our boutique for a night of shopping and a fabulous time!  You will have the pleasure of mingling with some of New York City’s most cosmopolitan women, while having the opportunity to shop for glamorous pieces.  In addition, we’re offering a special shopping discount to all our guests so that they can share in the enchanting glamour that is Off Broadway Boutique.  Should you want to learn more about our timeless appeal, check out the wonderful write-up that Woman Around Town featured on their blog this past Tuesday!

After all, you deserve to experience life with flair and we’re offering plenty of that with our stylish clothes and jewelry in this glamorous atmosphere!