Filthy, black-edged snowbanks

Dear Friends,

Marlene and I are having a blast dressing you this spring. It's exciting to present a fresh, new assortment at Renee's. Not only do we get to dress you for your every-day lives, but now we can fit you for your dressier events with a new category: dresses. You can review all the new dresses here and here.

I was planning to tell you about my market trip to New York City, but I cancelled the trip. I didn't want to hassle with the snow and ice storms lashing the city this winter. The New York Times "Taking Notes" snippet (nytimes.com/taking note) this week resonates with me:

"Winter shrinks the vision, narrows it to the limits of a parka hood. It numbs the heart, dulls the reflexes of graciousness and gratitude as people's behavior on sidewalks and train platforms shifts to self-preservation. It bends the neck, as eyes scan for ice, gauging the leapability of slush puddles and the danger of left-turning, nonyielding cabs. Is that filthy, black-edged snowbank crusty enough to slip on, or soft enough to sink into? Will I break my ankle or just soak it? Should I give up now, and die right here? It's windy. It hurts. I can't go on."

Who wants to go to freezing, windy, snowy New York in February when I can go to warm sunny Los Angeles in March?

Besides, my dim view of downtown LA has turned. Since my frequent trips there several years ago, the downtown core has been revived. People are living and working downtown now. Real restaurants exist there now. I look forward to revisiting a fantastic hotel I discovered a few weeks ago. It's reasonably priced (with a government discount) and so, so clean. I can't wait to retreat to my night time sanctuary. The luxurious surroundings, the bright white, thousand-count soft bed sheets, and the new smell are calling my name. In the contemporary and well-lit lobby, I feel like a princess, it's so pretty. Downtown Los Angeles. I know, right?

In the meantime, from Everett, Renee's has new arrivals from Tulip Clothing. Pictured throughout this post, Tulip is a 100% cotton collection with an artisan vibe. In a stripe, ticking and black mix assortment, each piece of Tulip a favorite to mix, match and collect. Stop by Renee's soon and take a look.

We are gratified to be a part of your lives. We count it a privilege to help you dress up, look good, and feel great. Thank you!

Sending love,

Renee

Out of Your Box.

Dear Friends,

Dresses for spring are ready for the taking at Renee's! Here are the latest arrivals. I know, you don't wear dresses. But this spring and summer you will be asked to a luncheon, a wedding, a shower, a graduation, an anniversary party, or some kind of event that requires a dress.






I guarantee if you wear a dress, one in which you feel comfortable and confident, everyone else will wish they had worn a dress, too.






Don't like your knees/legs? Here's the solution: fit and flare dress and self tanning lotion. It works.






Don't know which shoes to wear with a dress? There are plenty of stylish AND comfy shoes to be had on the market these days. So that excuse isn't gonna fly with me, loves.






Don't take dress-wearing too seriously. Have fun with wearing a dress! Dresses are multi-use, versatile, flattering, and wear-for-years staples.






If you wear a dress pictured in this post you won't be hiding. Why are you trying to hide, anyway? Come out this spring! Everything will turn out okay. I promise.






It's my job to get you out of your box. And believe me, I try. Of course, I myself am the most difficult  one to persuade. So I understand.






And now you have lots of dresses to choose from at Renee's. Accessorize with a scarf or jewelry and a matching pair of shoes. Easy. Set and done.






I'm having sooo much fun bringing in stylish new for you this spring. You have been embracing the newness, and THAT is extremely gratifying and rewarding. So let's get started! Come in now and take a peek. We will be waiting for you. Maybe we will even be wearing a dress.

Sending good cheer today,

Renee

Show and Tell. New LA Finds!!

Dear friends,

Bags, scarves and jewelry. We are swimming in them. It's a bumper crop here at Renee's. Come in and take a look!

The boxes behind us are being shipped to stores all over the world. Amazing!

Last week I made a quick a shopping trip to Los Angeles. With you in mind, I brought back the CUTEST handbags, jewelry, scarves, socks and more. And the prices are SHARP.

Photos don't do justice to the collection, which includes cloth, canvas, leather and nautical looks. Nonetheless, here you go!

Square pebble grain leather

Hard sided metallic clutches

Satchels and crystal-encrusted leather totes

Fringe, anyone? Leather in three colors. Love!

Structured leather. Ivory bag can be a backpack.

Mahogany leather tote

Metallic beach bags: bronze, gold, silver

Nautical stripes

Pebble grain leather

Contemporary satchels: brown, gray, black

Paint spattered cloth totes. Bright and cheery.

Stars, anyone? Cloth totes.

More fringe. Suede.

T-shirt hobo bags. Toss everything in, perch it on your shoulder, and go!

Whew! That's not even all of the bags.

And we haven't discussed the jewelry yet. I may have been a little carried away. Perhaps. In the moment, I couldn't say no. Do you know what I mean?

The jewelry is just so pretty. Bright and colorful jewelry reminds us that spring is just around the corner.

Don't wait! Tell your neighbors, your friends, your relatives. Heck, bring 'em all in with you. Come in to Renee's now while the selection is at its best. Get an early taste of spring now at Renee's. We look forward to show and tell with you.

Sending love,

Renee

P.S. Tomorrow I'll show you the new dresses. Ah, the dresses. You are going to love the new collection. Thanks for reading along.

Best Valentine's Day Present Ever? A Trip to Renee's!

Dear Friends,

Just in time for your Valentine's night out, we received this sexy little number in three colors: white, black and cobalt blue. So pretty!

These perfect-for-Valentine's-night-out tops can stand alone with a fun little skirt. For a more subtle look, pair with a sweater or jacket.

Black and white snap skirt

What's that you say? You don't have a skirt? Then get thee to Renee's. Stat. Yesterday we received seven (7!) new prints on snap skirts. Snap skirts conveniently adjust to your size. No guessing which one will fit. How ingenious!

Here are a few more prints in our latest snap skirt arrivals...

Black and white stripe and solid black snap skirts

Flora and fauna snap skirt

Get your girly look on and finish the outfit with tights or leggings and kitten heels. Here you go:

Donald J Pliner crepe elastic kitten heel

Slip on this little number! I don't know what new technology they've come up with at their shoe factory, but these shoes are wearable! Really.

Now you are almost set for your Valentine's night out. Here's a little incentive to act now: Take $25 off a $100 purchase or gift card. Whether you use it now or we wrap up a gift card for later, this coupon will save you a little dough and get you looking and feeling your best this Valentine's Day.

Thank you for following along, and have a lovely Valentine's Day.

Warmly,

Renee