Style Blog

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and what better way to shower your love, with some heart-worthy gifts. One word…SHOES! The perfect gift, with a healthy obsession, we can confidently say, no man could go wrong. Bring on the footwear fetish with one of our favorite East Aurora boutiques, Head over Heels.  More 

Past the iron gates and the tableside guacamole, nestled in the Elmwood Village there lies a cozy consignment shop called Second Chic, an oasis of prime vintage and gently worn clothing. Giving pieces a refreshing second life, Second Chic offers a collection of treasures worth seeking.  More 

Now that the holidays are over, start the year with a fresh take on your home environment. Spruce up with a local favorite, Homeward Bound. An effortlessly chic interior design boutique, that mixes the look of “Pottery Barn” with a twist of “Country Living Magazine”.  More 

We simply love local gift boutique Alexandra, which offers super-cute gifts with a twist of modern sass. This year-round source for your gifting needs, has storefront locations in the Village of Williamsville and in the Village of Ellicottville..  More  

Where things are wild
Gorgeous garnets, turquoise, glass beads, and feathers are the perfect adornment to any outfit. From statement pieces that can be paired with a simple white tee to subtle everyday wears, fall jewelry trends are exciting this season. Look to local designers for trendsetting styles from beaded crosses to embroidery and studded bracelets.  More

Fabulous Fabric Finds
Zig-zag, stripes, toile and floral, if you love prints and fabrics, your creative heart will soar once you stumble upon the enchanting Elmwood Village Fabrics. It’s hard to miss their signature yellow and white striped sign with a pin for perfection.  More

A Splash of Cool
If it's the "cool" factor you are seeking, you will find it at Splash Panic, an Elmwood Avenue boutique that houses the “cool kids” of Buffalo. Hopscotch up the stairs and into this quirky yet aesthetically pleasing sanctuary of trendy, handmade, and affordable goodness.  More

Customize It!
The wave of the fashion industry’s future is customization. Savvy consumers possess a desire to personalize the style, fit and color of the clothing they buy. They want to be individuals and the exposure to the “process of creating” is always intriguing.  More





A Krush on Kors
The Walden Galleria is on an A-plus mission to bring some of the best high-end retailers to the Buffalo area and the most recent addition is Michael Kors. The paint is fresh and the store is crisp, leaving a sleek boutique feel. More





Sweet as Candy
Call us shopaholics (guilty as charged), but when it comes to discovering new boutiques, we are the first on the scene. Our awesome radar is always fine-tuned to discover the ‘cool’ in our great city. More





A Refined Way of Shopping
O’Connell’s, established in 1959, is a landmark in Buffalo’s refined retail market. With a focus on classic cuts, high quality design and fabric, their loyal customers are some of the best dressed around. More





Shopping Tips for Canadians
So you looked in your closet, came to the conclusion you hate everything and made the decision to cross the border for some retail therapy. Good thinking. More





Festival of the Arts, Elmwood Style
That’s just it…Elmwood style, one of the most thriving shopping districts in Buffalo. With a mix of high-end retailers, coffee shops, and gift stores, this easygoing neighborhood has “Brooklyn cool” written all over it. More





The Bohemian Spirit
The Allentown district is alive, with off-the-wall quirky meets Brooklyn bohemian attitude. The Dress Shop, a women’s boutique, has been stylin’ since 1987. More





Let's Get Intimate
As we welcome the August heat, our favorite summer trends begin to mellow out and prepare for early fall deliveries. Ocean-inspired colors start to fade with soft blues, greens and pinks continuing the season’s playful mood. More




Vintage Heaven
Some accessories go to heaven, but most end up in this retail dream come true store called Moda Vintage.  The mecca of vintage finds in Buffalo, owner Lucy Mancuso has some of the most extensive jewelry collections I’ve seen that rival any store in New York City. More





Anatomy
“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street,
fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.” – Coco Chanel  More





H&M: The Wait is Over!
The doors have officially opened! The much-awaited grand opening of the international mega-fashion retailer H & M at the Galleria Mall was last week and I’m happy to report it was a WILD success. More





She Sells Seashells by the Seashore
Many of us enjoy collecting worn away seashells and broken glass on the beach. This laid-back earthy material has been brought to life in this season’s summer accessory and home interior trends, found in some of our favorite Buffalo boutiques. More