Vegas Wrap Up! See You Tomorrow!

Ilse Jacobsen crunchy double-breasted trench coat. Also available in navy

"Above all, remember that the most important thing you can take anywhere is not a Gucci bag or French-cut jeans; it's an open mind. --Gail Rubin Bereny


Dear Friends,

Whew, am I glad to be home. Vegas was fun, and shopping for you was great. Although I prefer the vibe of New York, I think the selection in Vegas was better. I was pleased to shop more in-the-moment than I can in New York. Many of the items you saw in the photos during this shopping series will arrive at Renee's within a month.

Sympli "Best Tee," slate blue, with Asian Eye scarf

I was so glad to take you along with me, virtually, through my blog posts. Thanks for joining me!

Susan's laquered linen jacket, with Tees by Tina tank and Asian Eye scarf

The best thing, though, was when I got back, Marlene had taken Renee's collection to a whole new level. All the new arrivals are so colorful and exciting, and she displayed them beautifully. Kudos to Marlene for expertly handling every detail while I was away. I am blessed to have her help and expertise.

Asian Eye scarf collection. Lots of color!

I also return with renewed thankfulness for you, my friends and customers. Thank you for your business and for your support. Without you, neither of us would be here doing what we love!

Tribal bright orange for spring! Lightweight poplin pants and colorful knit tops.

Your comments while I was away were so encouraging. Here are a few, for example: "I love that you shop for me." And "Thank you Renee! Just loooove what you are buying! … Again, love everything about your store." And "Thanks Renee for all the work you do on our behalf."


 

Tribal skirt and top with Asian Eye scarf

It is an honor and a privilege to shop for you. Thanks for the trust you place in me!

Tribal royal blue pants and ombre sweater

To wrap up this shopping trip, I am posting photos of what's in the store NOW. It's so very exciting. And you don't have to wait to get it! Tomorrow, Sunday, Feb. 24, Renee's is open for a "Play Date" from 1 pm to 4 pm.

Nomadic Traders pants and jacket with Minnie Rose tank and Asian Eye scarf

You get 10% off anything in the store, including sale items. And you can try on the entire line of makeup from Noevir. It's like an Open House for showcasing our newest spring arrivals. We will be serving mimosas!

Tribal royal blue jacket with black pants

So take a look at what's in store at Renee's, and then stop by tomorrow, when everything in the store is on sale. We can talk about the market trip, relax with friends, and enjoy some social time together.

Tribal white pants, colorful vest, and Tees by Tina layering tank

In addition, you can meet Paige Albert, our most recent hire! Tomorrow will be her first day as an employee at Renee's. Come in and say hello! She was most recently employed at that big department store in Lynnwood, and we are super excited to have her join us at Renee's.

Wooden Ships emerald green cardigan sweater, Tees by Tina tank and jewelry by Sweet Romance.

Tribal animal print knit top

Tribal dress

Tribal jacket

Lots of color in store for spring

Tribal colorful blouse and tan pants

Elana Kattan dresses

Chalet jacket, Asian Eye scarf

Nic + Zoe tank and scalloped skirt

Nic + Zoe cardigan sweater

Nic + Zoe tank and cardigan

Nic + Zoe dress

Nic + Zoe pink sweater set, Tribal white skirt

Nic + Zoe black and white sweater dress

Nic + Zoe cowl neck dress

Gold and aqua suede handbags by Mo and Co.

Gentle Souls and Fidji shoes

Naot spring shoes

New jewelry and accessories

Sarah Pacini

Sarah Pacini

Sarah Pacini

Sarah Pacini

Sarah Pacini

Sale jewelry

So stop by Renee's tomorrow between 1 pm and 4 pm for a Play Date. Bring a friend. Play dress up with the clothing and accessories and jewelry. Try on the new spring line of makeup from Noevir. And get 10% off everything, including an additional 10% off all the sale items.

Sale belts and socks

Thanks again for joining me on my shopping trip. Marlene, Paige and I look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

With love,

Renee

Vegas: Tough Footwear and Gangsta Love

Coclico brand Urbano bootie. Tough! Black with chocolate laces

If yesterday was an accessory day, today was footwear day! It was a weird day. I saw a celebrity and took a photo of her, although I didn't know who she was. I got lost in a market for hip hop, punk and gangsta buyers partying like they were in a warehouse. I felt like I was in a bad, dark dream.

But I found some BEE-U-TI-FUL shoes!!! The Coclico collection finds beauty in the understated, and in the intentionally simple.

Coclico Ugo boot. Love!!

Coclico has gained a following among women who want subtly beautiful, cool, practical footwear. That's us!!!

More of the Urbano lace-up bootie

Urbano

Coclico brand shoes

Marvin K suede bootie arrives by March 10 at Renee's

And then... there was Aquatalia and Marvin K., the designer of Aquatalia. Marvin K.'s shoes are made in the very best factory in all of Italy. And it shows. How I struggle with beauty and desire v. price, though!!!

Marvin K., the "collection" side of Aquatalia

Marvin K. for fall

Kristin Cavalleri, celebrity and shoe designer

I stood close enough to Kristin Cavalleri to take this photo, but I had to google her to find out her claim to fame. She was promoting her Chinese Laundry shoe collection.

Then I found some great, inexpensive but chic jackets.

The Luii designer herself models for me.

Luii leather jacket.

Coral ponit knit jacket. Love!

Next I looked at Barbara Lesser's collection. I was skeptical, but I ended up liking it!

A jacket with knit and woven components is layered over a tie dye tank. The neutral colors (black and tan) make tie dye more do-able.

Love this cute little cotton jacket with short chenille trim. This will arrive at Renee's in May.

A unique dyeing process makes this group "crackle."

A Barbara Lesser overview of the group for fall. Good for our lifestyle in the northwest.

And now, two shots of items I did not choose! I am intrigued by your comments these shots evoke. Some of you love what I *don't* choose!

Dance tutu

Dance pants.

Some vendors really go all-out on design. I appreciate their efforts.

Cool decorated gold bicycle

Fun kids booth. 

A mural artist was in attendance for our viewing pleasure

The "gangsta" part of the show. I felt like a fish out of water. I wandered around, dazed, taking it all in. Really I was trying to find a booth and ended up here.

The gangsta hip hop crowd

These punk girls were sitting outside a booth attracting attention. They captured mine.

That's all the news and photos for today. Although blogging and sending you notes and photos takes time, I love having your company. My work becomes more productive and pleasant as I search for the perfect photo opportunities. Thanks for joining me!

I'll be back tomorrow with a Las Vegas buying trip wrap-up!!

Sending much love from Vegas,

Renee