Fashion
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DRK MTTR Offers Monochrome Vintage Shopping in West Chester
One of the most innovative vintage shops in the Philadelphia region is local to Chester County, writes Alex Tewfik and Kristen Schott for Philadelphia Magazine. DRK MTTR, a clothing shop in West Chester, offers both contemporary and vintage clothing with a unique twist: every item available in the shop is black. DRK MTTR features clothing,…
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Patricia Nash Celebrates 15 Years of Timeless Style and Creative Passion at Longwood Gardens
Founder Patricia Nash celebrated her brand’s 15th anniversary in collaboration with QVC at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, offering an inspiring look behind the Tennessee-based Patricia Nash Designs’ fashion journey. Held in the gardens’ Fountain Room, which overlooks the main fountain garden, attendees were spoiled by the site of beautiful table bouquets, a live band,…
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West Philadelphia-Born Blk Ivy Thrift Showcases Fashion Far Beyond Fabric and Threads
For Dr. Kimberly McGlonn, fashion is something that can speak and protect people, and it’s that ideology that has guided her throughout her journey, writes Shelton Boyd-Griffith for Vogue. McGlonn is the founder of Blk Ivy Thrift, a retail project that serves as a fusion toward activism, history, and vintage fashion. She initially launched it…
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Phoenixville Resident Reimagines Thrifted Clothes Through Her Apparel Company Stoked Pineapple
Phoenixville’s Alyssa Wisser is transforming thrifted clothing into unique creations through her apparel company, Stoked Pineapple, now back at the Christmas Village in LOVE Park, open through Dec. 24, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. “My main big thing that people come to me for is I thrift flannels, army jackets, jean jackets, and then I…
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Exton Teen Creates Handmade Bracelets for Eagles’ Fans
A Chester County teenager has been busy making bracelets for the upcoming Super Bowl, writes Shawnette Wilson for Fox29 Philadelphia. 13-year-old Samantha started her beaded bracelet business, Samantha’s Beads, after the Philadelphia Eagles won the NFC Championship title. As Eagles fans are spirited and loyal, they were more than happy to support the small business,…
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Owner of Legendary Sales by Helen Shares Best Secondhand Shops on Main Line
John Romani, a retired Philadelphia schoolteacher, took over Sales by Helen after his mother, Helen Romani, a secondhand legend in the Philadelphia region, passed away in 2019, writes Kiki Aranita for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Rather than continuing to focus on estate sales, he shifted more toward online sales. He recently posted a list of his…
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Springfield’s Nirvana Hair Gallery Gives Cecily Tynan a New Look
6abc Action News meteorologist Cecily Tynan debuted a brand-new hairstyle last week that caught viewers by surprise, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. For years, Tynan has worn a bob, keeping her hair short throughout most of her on-air career. She recently decided to switch it up, getting some extensions during her latest trip to…
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At West Chester’s Jawn Supply, Vintage Gear Moves Fast
Jawn Supply in West Chester, which specializes in premium vintage athletic gear, has struggled to keep vintage Philadelphia Eagles gear on the shelves due to high demand, writes Elizabeth Wellington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. But this weekend, customers got the chance to choose from its sizable collection of recently added items. “We were planning to…
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West Chester Boutique Owner Shares Her Personal Style Story
West Chester business owner Rachel Peters has a long history to finding her personal style, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main Line Today. Peters owns Promise Dress Boutique in West Chester, a business she purchased after frequenting the shop as a customer. When asked about her must-have fashion items, Peters says her rose gold Birkenstocks…
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Philadelphia Airport Employees Become Fashion Models for a Day
Philadelphia International Airport employees took to their own runway last week when they participated in a fashion show at the airport, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. PHL Food & Shops at the airport held the Today’s Traveler fashion show Dec. 12 which features airport employees as the stars of the runway. The…
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Newly-Opened Fabric Shop is South Philly’s First in Decades
Approved Textiles, a newly-opened fabric shop is the first South Philadelphia has seen in 40 years and it embraces the humanity of fashion, writes Kiersten Tate for Billy Penn at WHYY. In 2020, when owner Matthew Addonizio lost his job as a woodworker, he decided to deepen his pursuit of a personal passion and started…
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Woman-Owned Vintage Shop Opens in Downtown West Chester
Clara Mae Company is a boutique store in downtown West Chester and seeks to offer unique clothing items and other one-of-a-kind goodies, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The shop, located at 107 N. Church Street, opened in August. The owner, Jessica Smedley, has a particular eye for fashion and beauty. Her favorite…
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Selling Only Black Clothing, DRK MTTR Stakes Its Claim in West Chester
If you prefer black clothing, there’s a new boutique in West Chester that will be the perfect shopping experience, writes Christine Speer Lejeune for Philadelphia Magazine. It doesn’t have to be October to don some moody, black clothing. Some of us prefer to dress in head-to-toe black clothing all year around, some need a black…
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Gina Tomassone of Phoenixville’s G. Marie Vintage Talks All Things Fashion
G. Marie Vintage is a clothing line based in Phoenixville and was founded by Gina Tomassone, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main Line Today. The clothing line is sold at Shoppe Lieu in Kennett Square and online. As the founder and owner of a boutique clothing line, Tomassone has put a lot of thought into…
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Philadelphia-Based Urban Outfitters Struggles to Find Gen-Z’s Jeans Preferences
Previously a mainstay of millennials, Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters is struggling to keep up with the youth and their jeans preferences, writes Chloe Berger for Fortune. The retailer is planning to court younger suburbanites and college students by focusing more on denim, loungewear, and recently work-approved athleisure. “Our segment has seen rapid and seismic shifts as…
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Get Your Tickets Now for the Home of the Sparrow Power of the Purse Fashion Show
The public is invited to Home of the Sparrow’s Power of the Purse Fashion Show on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 5 PM, at The Desmond Hotel on Liberty Blvd. in Malvern. The Presenting Sponsor is Rajant Corporation. There are other sponsorship opportunities. Community businesses and individuals are invited to become a Power of the Purse sponsor…
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Deborah Ann Mack Opens Brick-and-Mortar Store for Bespoke Women’s Fashion in West Chester
In August, designer Deborah Ann Mack had a ribbon-cutting event to open her first brick-and-mortar location in West Chester called DAM Fashions, writes Jalyn Green for 6ABC. Mack makes custom, one-of-a-kind pieces that are tailored specifically to each client. She was inspired to hop onboard with bespoke creations after designing a custom-made dress for someone…
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How Englund’s Apparel Became a Chester County Staple After 60 Years
In 1964, when was in his early 20s, Frank Englund opened Englund’s Apparel for Men in Malvern. Although he initially had doubts about the location, Englund trusted his instincts, and it paid off. Decades later, the store has become a cornerstone of Chester County, serving thousands of customers over the years. Englund’s journey into the…
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