Some people can get downright snobby about heading to Chicago or New York to find an of-the-moment ensmblé. Honestly, I find it just about as irritating as a chip in my YSL Deep Purple #34 pedicure. It doesn’t take much research to find fabulous unique boutiques around the Sunflower State. Blush Boutique – a relative newcomer in Topeka is small and intimate, with tons of designer denim you can’t find anywhere else. Yes, tons. And Hope, the owner has incredible stamina to keep bringing you new things to try on. You never have to leave the fitting room! You will leave happy.
El Dorado has Pink Saloon – a chic little spot with all kinds of dresses, denim, handbags, shoes and WOW. And they even have an online wish list. There is no reason you can’t shop till you max out your credit cards.
I can’t give up all my sources at once, so visit KansasTalk again and I’ll share more little gems. Or share some of your own discoveries. I always love a new discovery!
- Martha
Don’t forget downtown Lawrence – Spectator’s, Ginger & Maryanne and Eccentricity’s. There’s a great place in Cottonwood Falls also – Jim Bell & Son. They’ve got western wear, high fashion and a little bit of everything in between.
I love to find out-of-the-way places that I know I can find unusual jewelry, clothing, etc. One such stop that I have shared with many friends is “The Dresser” in Oberlin, Kansas, way out in Decatur County. Probably 5 years ago I bought one of these extremely popular (now!) eyelash yarn knitted scarves. No one around Topeka had even seen one whe I first started wearing mine! I have other great first-finds that bring me many compliments as well!