What a day outside! You would think the wind is going to pick us up and take us away!

The weather is always unpredictable during the fall in the South. The best thing you can do with your outfit is to layer! It's easy to take off when you warm up and add back on when you have to step out for a lunch meeting or you're headed out for drinks with the girls after work.



 

 This is a wonderful outfit for the weekend!



This is obviously a more casual outfit, but the infinity scarf allows you to be a little warmer. This would look great with a brown or dark gray leather blazer or motorcyle jacket as well!
 

 Another example too:



Scarves are the perfect tool to help make your outfit look chic, but also keep you warm. Try to find one with a wool blend! If they are too scratchy for you, try just a heavy cotton blend.

We have wonderful scarves at FiFi's from Elizabeth Glidden

But if you don't have an infinity scarf, here is an awesome website to see how to tie a scarf to look just like one:  Scarf Tying

8 Essential Items for your Wardrobe!

Many women don't know wear to begin when building a wardrobe. The best thing you can do is start with the basics. Here is a little guide of the 8 things every woman needs in their closet..and some examples at FiFi's:

 1)The White Tee Shirt Every man can tell you they love a woman in a white tee shirt and jeans. We don't know why it gets them going, but add some heels to the mix and you have them drooling.

 The white tee shirt is a blank canvas. Throw on a cute jacket for a date. Wear a colorful cardigan for work. Layer with a scarf or statement necklace. You cannot go wrong with the white tee.

2)The Little Black Dress. Yes, still a classic. This one below from Loft has some cute stones on top to make it a little more than just your plain LBD, but its still a classic shape. The LBD should be figure flattering and simple. You can find one to flatter any shape of your body. They are so easy to dress up or down, which makes it necessary to have in your closet.

3) The Classic Pump. You can do this in any color, but the classic pump will always have room in your closet. There is something so chic about a 3" heel (even high for those with a send of adventure and tolerance to pain) It's just enough height to elongate your legs and give you lift, but low enough to still be comfortable. This will always be the beloved heel of fashion.

 4) The ballet flat. This little shoe has become a staple to any girl's closet. So much cuter than a sneaker, but more comfortable than a heel, the ballet flat offers the working girl or mom a chic option that is easy to get around in. They give any outfit with jeans a feminine edge. A must have for anyone on the go or just for a date night around the city. These gold Antonio Melanis are a perfect example of a chic option, but these Black Jessica Simpson's give a little bit of edge to the soft shape of flats.

 5) Dark Denim. This wash will never go away. Dark fabrics always have a slimming effect. Dark wash denim make a great base for any outfit. Pair them with a nice blouse or a classic tee, and the dark denim look amazing no matter what. Find yourself a classic fit that is not the "in" trend. You want them to last you a couple of seasons. If you take care of jeans they can last for a long time. Do remember to update them every so often though, you don't want to get stuck wearing ultra low rise when you should be wearing mid-rise or vice versa! These are a nice pair of Ralph Lauren jeans.

 

6) The classic Black Pant. These are Ann Taylor black pants. Always a class fit. Find a pair of black pants that fits you well. These will last you a long time. Do not get a trendy waist line or one with many buttons, just a simple black pant. This will work for many occasions, just pair with a nice blouse and you are ready to take on the world. J Crew and Banana Republic make great black pants with a variety of fit.

 7) The White Blouse. Now this is a little different than the white tee. Everyone needs a white blouse again to use as a base for the times you may need to look a little more professional, or even to dress up a casual days. White blouses look great with jeans, belted, with riding boots, With black pants, under vests, under sweaters; the white blouse is an important staple. This one here is from Foxcroft, but we have great blouses from The Loft, White House Black Market and J Crew.

 8) The black cardigan. Simple and easy, the black cardigan will shine in your closet. Put this over your white tee or blouse with dark denim and you are good to go. Just add accessories. Or wear it button up. Cardigans make an outfit complete. They are great to wear to work on a day you want to wear a dress, or even a tank top. They work over tee shirts paired with a great necklace. They go with anything! You must, must have a black cardigan. This one below is from Talbots and still has the price tags on it. It does have a little addition with polka dot ribbon, but it is still simple enough to work. We always have black cardigans in from Banana Republic, J Crew, Talbots, Ann Taylor and more.

 And there you have it, the 8 things every woman should own. You can find them all right here at FiFi's for the fraction of what you pay at the mall. Ask any of your sales associates to help you in finding your outfit today!

Grand Opening!

Have you visited the new Fifi's location yet? If you have, isn't it absolutely marvelous? I have been at least once a week since the new store opened. And for those of you who haven't...what are you waiting for?! I think everyone needs to put on their calendar Fifi's at 7pm on September 27.

This event is not only a grand opening party but it is for a good cause. There will be not just one non-profit organization but three. That is a chance to not only have a good time seeing models and having a chance to win during the charity raffle but all of the proceeds will be going to these three charities.

That Thursday night promises to be a good time as you have a little nosh and a drink with your girlfriends. What could be better? Oh, how about you add some models and a charity raffle. Raffle items include: gift cards from Ava Lilly's, Fresh Market and some are for massages. There is has also been a donation of a gift basket full of goodies worth up $200! And many more area businesses have donated. You cannot go wrong there!

Now you know all about the event, there is one more thing I need to tell you. There will be live music by Carey Sims. I just finished up listening to his music...and it is really good! Just another reason you should not miss this event.

I think this even is exactly how I want to spend a Thursday night. Join me on Thursday, September 27 at 7:00 to celebrate the grand opening of Fifi's with an evening of charity and cocktails. This is one even you do not want to miss. Here is the link where you can buy your tickets online or just visit the Fifi's store.

See you there!

Wear Your Wine

Actually no lady wants to look like a sloppy wine drinker, not classy! But why not wear the color of your wine this fall. Sounds much better, doesn't it? According to the all-knowing and all fabulous Nina Garcia the It Color this fall is burgundy.

Two things: 1. You cannot go wrong listening to Nina Garcia, as I said she is all knowing and all fabulous. 2. Burgundy is a beautiful and deeply rich color, who wouldn't want to wear it? You know what, I am going to break the rules and throw a third point in. 3. What a great way to buck the neon colors in fall than with wearing such a deep beautiful color than burgundy.

When getting ready this fall, I am still in love with layering. I suggest looking for something similar to this cowl blouse. It is easy but beautifully comfortable.

To continue the trend of colored pants instead of opting for the pastels of spring or the neon colors of summer, try a wine colored pair of skinnies.

When it comes to dresses be on the look out for a great dress that you can wear with some killer boots.

And as always if you don't feel like you can pull of this color trend as a piece of your wardrobe then accessorize with it.

Until next time my fashionistas! I will see you at Fifi's.

Brand New

I hope everyone had a chance to stop by the new Fifi's location this weekend and for those of you who did not let me just say: it is fabulous!  I myself had only seen pictures of the new location and was blown away by how much space there is and how spread out the store is. I want to applaud everyone who had their hand in creating this beautiful space. And let me just say, the dressing rooms are amazing! I also snagged a beautiful Banana Republic dress and Ann Taylor shoes for work. Score!

Here is something else you may want to know about the about the new store, especially if you consign on a regular basis.

Now that the doors are open at the new shop our consignment will be taken around the back. Please pull around the shopping center and look for the bright pink door (You can get there by using the Knox Rd Entrance to Fresh Market). That is where you will drop consignments off. We do ask that you wait for your consignments before you shop so that when we are done sorting your clothes you can park in the front of the store. We know it's different than what you're used to but we appreciate you working with us!

Now that the new store is bigger and better there will be a chance for lots of new inventory to be on the floor, including men's items. Which means you will always be able to find exactly what you are looking for and I am better something you didn't even know you wanted/needed. That is the beauty of consignment.

 Over the next few posts I am going to give you some practical ways to take your current wardrobe into fall and of course what to be on the look out to add to your closet from Fifi's.

But for now I just want to encourage you to check out the new space! Don't know where the new shop is? The address is 20601-18 Torrence Chapel Rd. Cornelius, NC 28031. It is in the same shopping center as Fresh Market & Stein Mart. Just look for the Fifi's sign and all the beautiful items on display in the window.

New Adventures

Can you believe that the new store will be opening in just a matter of weeks? It is getting really exciting around Fifi's. What else is exciting is the GREAT sales that are going on up until July 31st (the last day at the current location), there are pieces that are up to 80% off! Amazing, right? You definitely do not want to miss out on an amazing new piece for your closet at a fraction of the rack price.

The new dressing rooms

With August around the corner that also means school is about to begin. Are all of you parents rejoicing that summer is coming to an end? I know that you are probably gearing up to get your little ones new clothes for the new year...but what about you? And with the new shop opening up in August you will be able to experience a whole new Fifi's but still get great steals to spruce up your wardrobe.

Look for pieces with lace to add a surprising element to your work outfit. It beats just wearing a regular solid color top under your blazer and then you can taken it from work day to evening with by taking off your blazer. Easy breezy.

Also try wearing bold colors to the office. It is so easy to just migrate to black, grey, and navy when buying work clothes, I do it to often. However,  how much more fun would getting dressed in the morning be if you decided to wear a fire engine red top with that suit or even a red skirt?

Take those small ideas for your closet ladies and get your shop on at Fifi's!

Renewed

I read on Twitter the other day, that 2012 is half-way over! It is not as though that is huge news but it was kind of a smack in the face. With 2012 half-way over that means fall is quickly approaching even though with this heat we may never get there. However, it will come...you and your wardrobe need to be ready, it is never to early to start thinking about it. A tip is to prep your closet for new items by going through your wardrobe and really ask yourself, "am I going to wear this again"? If not take a good look at the piece, is it in good condition and is it still on trend/style? If it is, then why not take it to Fifi's new store location and consign it for the fall. That way you can turn what is currently into your closet into something brand new.

I hope everyone is getting reved up and excited about the new store! It is going to be a beautiful place and the unique thing about it is so many of the pieces and decor that has gone into the new space have been refurbished and made new. It is the same idea that goes into you shopping at Fifi's taking what was someone else's great piece and making it your own.

Here is a sneak peek at some of the renewed pieces you will find at the new store.

  

Once you see these incredible pieces you will be able to admire them in a whole new way because you will know that they are reclaimed and made new again. Just like you will do to your closet when you visit Fifi's. I am always finding incredible pieces for my wardrobe, I never leave disappointed....or empty handed for that matter.

We cannot wait to unveil the new store and all that is to come. And before I leave you I am going to let you see a few of the amazing items already in stock for when the new store opens.

 

Shoes and bags...oh my! And a new men's section is being added as well. Mark your calendars for the opening, you won't want to miss it.