Sale Alert: Towne & Reese Sample Sale

Towne and Reese Sample Salon allows you to add some bling to your jewelry box

Towne & Reese, an affordable and fun accessories line is having a sample sale this Wednesday and I encourage you to stop by to pick up a few sparkly gifts. The sale is only happening in Charlotte but I do have a surprise not-so-close readers too. I can't leave you hanging!
For those in the 704, you can stop by the Towne & Reese office, cash in hand to purchase  rings, bracelets, earrings and more at 214 W. Tremont Avenue, Suite 303. They ask that you park across the street from their building in the old warehouse lot on the left side of the fence only (they are very specific because they do not want anyone to get towed!).
 The items that are apart of the sample sale includes overstock items, sample rep samples, accessories left over from season's past and a some with irregularities. Oh--and guess what? Everything is between $5-$15! This sale is a great opportunity to stock up your  gift closet and with these prices I encourage you to pick out a lil' something for you too!

Bzzz: Before going to the sample sale, look in your own jewelry box and see what you are missing (yellow necklace, gold studs, etc) and make a list for your shopping day at Towne & Reese. Also, think about your friends and their jewelry "style" and make note...knowing these things will help you to not duplicate your jewelry pieces and allows you to pick up something perfect for a friend.

Be sure to tell them HoneeBee Gifts sent you...and I will see you there!

Bzzz: For my non locals, I have a surprise!! Just go to the Towne & Reese website for 30% off. In addition, if you spend over $100, the shipping is free.

Experience: Runway for the Ballet

 

Photo courtesy of NC Dance Theatre

I love fashion and while I can watch clothes from every season make it down just about every runway I can appreciate when events add a twist to the show. This is what Runway for the Ballet does! In it's 6th year, this event marries fashion with dance by highlighting 2013 spring arrivals from Macy's with short performances of the theatre's most popular shows including Innovative Works. Oh--and guess who's modeling? It's NC Dance Theatre dancers, of course. Neat, huh? If you haven't been (or if you are like me and have been and can't wait to go again) treat yourself (and maybe a friend) to the gift of fashion. VIP tickets start at $60 for exclusive seating, cocktails, and swag; general admission will start at $35. There will be two shows that day; a 4pm reception with a 5pm matinee show, and an 7:30pm reception with a 8pm evening show and 9pm afterparty. The evening takes place at Patricia McBride & Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux Center for Dance which is located at 701 N. Tryon Street. The event benefits NC Dance Theatre. To purchase tickets, click the link: http://www.ncdance.org/RunwayWayForTheBallet or call 704-372-0101. 

 

Bzzzz: Want a $10 discount? Enter "DANCE" when purchasing your ticket for either the matinee or evening show. General admission only.

 

Other highlights to keep in mind:

• Dion Lim with WCNC, NewsChannel 36 will be bring her fun personality to both shows as the emcee of the evening  
• Celebrity DJ Shogun will rock out the runway with his DJ'ing skills
• Gourmet fare will be provided by Luce Restaurant
• Raffle tickets will be available for purchase and some of the gifts include restaurant gift cards, yoga classes and more
   

Experience: Charlotte Style Mag 5th Anniversary Party

photo source: Charlotte Style Mag

 How lucky is the Charlotte metro area (and beyond) to have a magazine focused solely on fashion & style?Charlotte STYLE Magazine has been giving stylish information, events and tips since 2008 and will be celebrating their five year anniversary this Saturday at Crave Dessert Bar. The event will take place from 6:30pm-9pm.

Guests will mingle with STYLE editors while enjoying a photo exhibition, appetizers and a signature stylish drink created especially for the event. Attendees will also enjoy giveaways, celebrity appearances and be the first to hear an announcement related to Men of STYLE.

In addition, for the first time ever, guests will be able to nominate individuals for the 25 Most Stylish People in Charlotte, a signature event for the magazine which takes place in April.

To get more information or to attend this event, please go here. It's a great gift for all your stylish friends!

Winner Announcement....Pins Up, Pins Down Fashion Show

The lucky winner is...drumroll please....ERIN PHIPPS!!! Erin and up to six of her friends will enjoy a fab fashion show while sitting in VIP with a glass of bubbly! How fun!

Thanks to everyone who participated! Be sure to stay in touch with HoneeBee Gifts for all your gifting needs...and more giveaways:)

Experience: Simon Fashion Now

This weekend, stop by SouthPark Mall to experience Simon Fashion Now, a weekend of runway shows, entertainment, munchies, in-store promotions and more. This free event caters to shoppers by showing them exactly what the stores have to sell (all featured clothes are available for purchase), how to wear it and what trends to look out for this season.

Here's what you can expect during Simon Fashion Now:

Day 1- Trends & Friends Night,Oct. 19, in Circle Court and Simon Fashion Now stage, offers an evening of fashion, cocktails, small bites and a silent auction to benefit Autism Speaks.

Day 2 of Simon Fashion Now, Oct. 20, continues with high-energy runway presentations for everyone the family, as well as in-store promotions and discounts.   Bzzzz: Don't miss out on these event extras:

• Be sure to check out the "Style Stops" in Macy's, Aveda, Sketchers and Tumi where fall trends and products demonstrations will take place.
• Swag bag giveaway each day featuring items from Paul Simon for Women, Sketches, White House Black Market and more.

Remember--come for the shows but don't stop there--do some shopping too, as most stores are offering special offers and discounts. For example Carmen! Carmen! is offer a one hour massage for $50, while Nine West is offering 15% one regularly priced item and True Religion is giving a free gift for purchases over $250.


This is a great way to get a jump on your holiday shopping--I see great gifts being given from you this season!:)

source: simon.com

Experience: And the Bead Goes On Exhibit

Any fashionista and museum lover should run, not walk to the And the Bead Goes On exhibit currently taking place at The Mint Museum Randolph. The exhibition celebrates the Mint's renowned Fashion Collection by meshing vintage garments with contemporary pieces that can literally be found on a runway near you.


Charles Mo, the Mint's director of fine arts discusses the beautiful garments

One of the contemporary designers, Kevin Carter resides in Charlotte and says he "still can't believe" his designs are on display at The Mint Museum. His work is among fashion icons such as Alber Elbaz for Lanvin, Oscar de la Renta, Halston, Bob Mackie, Giorgio Armani and Lisa Folawiyo. All the designs show a variety of beadwork including glass beads, metallic sequins, metal filigree beads, faux pearls and faceted crystal rhinestones. 

Fashion Designer, Kevin Carter stands in front of his work

Some of the historic beaded garments on display look as though you could take them off the manniquins and wear this weekend for a fun girls night out or dinner with the hubby. The contemporary garments are fresh and fun.
The And the Bead Goes exhibit will be on view until February 2013.  Here are a few photos to peak your interest....

source: my iphone