Pitaya

Here is another boutique to check out while you are walking the streets of Ann Arbor. Pitaya started out in 1990 out of Bloomington, Indiana. Now they have branched out to over sixteen different locations. Pitaya offers cute, trendy merchandise at great prices. Here are just a few of the great finds I came across. Check out more at pitaya.com

So most of the time I talk about fashion.. but wine is also a big part of every girls life, and I think it also deserves some attention. How much fun do you have getting ready to go out if you don't have a nice bottle to celebrate the occasion anyway? I found this a couple years ago and it has been my favorite ever sense. My sister buys boxes of Bitch at a time, and I promise it's not only because she can really relate to the label. Bitch has a grade that is very soft and lightly colored, yet notes of strawberry and raspberry blends. So try it out girls... release a little bit of that Bitch in you :)

Anne Michelle

Addiction 61 Grey Button Up Boot
Colada 06 Black Ruffle Rage Fauxe Suede Heel
Essence 42 Grey Peep Toe Bow Bootie

Anne Michelle shoes are perfect for those who enjoy stand out designs and detail. They create heels, boots, and mules which all rock amazing ruffles, buckles, studs, or beads. Most Anne Michelle shoes I have come across are slip ons, made of synthetic leather and priced around $24 to $55. Although there is no direct website, I have found them at Target, Amazon, and Lulus.com of course.

Pink Pump Store

I am always one to support local business, and this is a business I think we all may be supporting a lot. Pink Pump was slated to open in July in downtown Ann Arbor on East liberty, taking the spot of the old John Leidy Shop next to the Michigan Theater. Although I am sad to say I have not been to the store yet, I think it will pleasantly surprise us all. The shoe boutique is owned by Tawny Theiu, who already has stores located in downtown Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham and Royal Oak. Shoes will range from $20 to $400 and will carry designers like Betsy Johnson, Jessica Simpson, L.A.M.B., Hunter, and Minnetonka. Here are links to both her website, and a complete article from AnnArbor.com. I love it already!

http://shoppinkpump.com/

http://www.annarbor.com/business-review/pink-pump-shoe-store-to-open-in-ex-john-leidy-shop-in-ann-arbor/

http://www.facebook.com/pinkpump?ref=ts#!/pinkpump?v=info&ref=ts

The Art of Crochet

BKE Boutique Crochet Tank TopWhat use to be used on crafts and doilies is now becoming chic thanks to designers like Chanel whose Spring/Summer collection brought a whole new way of using this knit. This summer it has been popping up everywhere, from skirts, shirt, dresses, and scarves. I think it may have some staying power as well, with cute designs like the one above from The Buckle.

Claire Fong

Goldsmobile Earrings
Taking my recent post to mind, Claire Fong designs some amazing earrings that will make any outfit pop. I love long earrings, and apparently so does she. With the quirky and artistic designs, I'm sure everyone will be asking where on earth you found them. You can actually find them at Lulus.com, but that could be our little secret...

ACCESSORIZE!

"A|X Armani Exchange is accessible Armani, inspired by street-chic culture, fashionable dance music and everything that signifies freedom and personal style. Armani Exchange is the youthful label created by Italian designer and entrepreneur Giorgio Armani. " website

I absolutely love this store. It feels great to splurge once in a while, but do not feel as though you have to in order to shop this label. This necklace which I love is $38 while sunglasses are $65. Compare that to Express jewelry or Jessica Simpson shades and you can see with a little effort you can expand your wardrobe and add in some designer items for less. Lets face it, accessories will make it or break it. A jazzed up white T-Shirt and skinny jeans can look like a million dollars without being even close.