A slouchy sweater and soft, lightweight jeans. Ahhh. Northwest perfection.

Dear Friends,

Perfect your casual look this spring with Wooden Ships sweaters and Silver jeans.

Don't waste time trying to break in your denim when you can get the look and feel now with this Silver high-waisted capri. Crafted with ultra comfy Super Stretch fabric, this lightweight, soft style moves with you without bagging out. A medium wash provides a well-loved look with small beach spots and ideal fading from waistband to rolled cuff.

Wooden Ships long-sleeved v-neck cardigan is available at Renee's in this crystal blue color. The fit is boyfriend style (read: oversized), and the fabric is lightweight and soft. Yummy!

Pair your new sweater with these Silver high-waisted white capris this spring. If you have curvy hips and thighs but a narrower waist, this is the style for you. Silver designers know that we don't want gapping in the back. This cut is crafted to flatter a well-defined curve but prevent gapping in the back by contouring the waist. Enjoy wearing this luxuriously soft fabric, with distressed accents at the hips and pockets to give your white jeans a well-loved look.

Want to project a more classic look? Then go with this cardigan sweater, also from Wooden Ships. Go to work in this sweater. Wear it like a jacket with dress pants, or pair it with denim for a more casual look. Find this gem at Renee's in charcoal gray and light blue.

We are receiving lots of new arrivals every day. Don't miss out. Check out what's new in person. And don't forget to visit our Racks of Opportunity. Find first-rate apparel from last season now marked 60% off. We look forward to seeing you soon. Have a lovely week.

With love,

Renee

Sunshine and Summer Arrivals!

Gentle Souls comfy shoes.


Dear Readers,
A happy spring day to all! First, I'll get the business out of the way... To my lovely subscribers, if this post came to your email inbox, click on the blue title link to view the entire post in its correct format. The photos and captions look so much more beautiful that way! This will also enable you to comment and view others' comments.

Second, as promised, I drew a name randomly from all who commented on the previous closet cleaning post. The winner of 50 hangers and foam covers is Cindy N! Congratulations, Cindy. You can read that post and all the comments by clicking on this sentence.

Now, on to the good stuff! It's a beautiful sunny day! Let's celebrate! Including today we've had three whole sunny days in a row. We are going to be so spoiled!! And I say it's about time!

Do you want to brighten up your spring wardrobe to go along with the balmy weather? Take a look at what's new at Renee's, and then come in and try on our latest arrivals.


Nick and Mo sweet feminine sweater, Zenim crop jeans.

Nic+Zoe sweater, tank top, and pants.

Nic+Zoe
graphic button tank
and linen cotton
easy skirt.

Nomadic Traders
green and turquoise
stripe boat neck
tops, Silver pants
and jeans.

Nomadic Traders
green and turquoise
tops and breezy skirts.











Sun Kim grape
crinkle jacket,
Stehmann
pull on pants.
Elana Kattan
scoop neck top,
Comfy USA pants.







These lilacs were generously given to me
from my beloved neighbor Mary. Certainly these are
a lovely, sweet-smelling reminder of spring.

I hope you are enjoying your day! Happy sunny weather!

With love to you,

~Renee

Find the Perfect Jean for You. Part 1: Silver.

Dear Readers:

I'm pleased with the wide selection of jeans we are carrying at Renee's this spring. The variety of fits, styles and prices guarantee there is truly something for everyone! When I choose denim for you I keep in mind that my typical customer is over the age of 30, and she wants to be comfortable.

From most traditional to most contemporary, we are stocking the following lines: Taylor Brooke (Canandian), FDJ French Dressing (Canadian), Nic and Zoe, Mu, Zenim (Seattle), Dish (Canadian), Silver (Canadian), and 1921 (Canadian).

Silver jeans offer a mid rise jean in a medium price range (all under $98) with a great fit. "We’re about making the best fitting, best looking, best value, best finished jeans that we can - Period!" says Silver denim company president Michael Silver.

Renee's is carrying the Silver styles pictured, from top to bottom:

Suki: mid-rise, relaxed hip and thigh, curvy fit, boot cut leg, available with flap back pocket.

Aiko: mid-rise, slim hip and thigh, slightly curvy fit, flare leg.



Kelli boyfriend: mid-rise, relaxed hip and thigh, slouchy fit, skinny leg.

Gwen chino: mid-rise, relaxed hip and thigh, straight fit, skinny leg, available in tan and white.

Silver is a family-owned, Canadian denim brand that has been manufacturing and distributing jeans since 1991. “We knew there was a place in the market for a good quality, great fitting jean that could be sold at a competitive price,” Michael says.

Known by its devotees as the must-have brand for those who demand a perfect fit from their jeans, Silver blends modern and vintage details with intricate washes and creative designs.

These jeans just fit! The contoured waistband allows for a no gap fit no matter which rise (mid or low) or fit category (curvy, slightly curvy, straight, or slouchy) you choose.

Although the options for leg opening width at the bottom may vary (flare, boot cut, slim boot cut, straight or skinny) your favorite style will still fit the same through the upper body.

Please come in soon to take a look at this family-owned, contemporary fit, well priced denim line. We look forward to assisting you!

Happy Spring!

With love,
Renee

P.S. A big welcome to all new subscribers to A Note from Renee! April has been an extremely busy month in the store. Thank you for your overwhelming response to our collection, colors, and styles!

Current Subscribers: $50 Gift. Claim it!

Dear Readers,
As you have gathered by now, I have ramped up my communication with you since the first of the year by increasing the frequency of Renee's blog and Facebook postings. I have also been diligently tweaking Renee’s website.

The blog is now the first place to find out news about Renee’s new arrivals, sales, special offers, market trips, trends and style news, in-store events, and fashion shows.

For joining with me, early blog subscribers as of Mon., March 14, 2011 receive $50 off any $100 purchase of in-store regularly priced
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Not currently subscribed? Enter your email address now in the box on the upper right above to take advantage of upcoming offers!

Watching the blog and website evolve have given me a huge sense of satisfaction. I have learned a lot about social media and technology! I hope to keep learning, and am open to your thoughts and suggestions.

I encourage you to post your thoughts below in the comment block; posts there give more clout to the blog and make more interesting reading for all subscribers and participants.


What’s next? Watch for fun “QR” codes. Also look for Twitter updates soon. Try it! You might like it!

Thanks for your "early adopter" attitude at Renee's, dear subscribers!

Best,
renee

Pictured above, three current subscribers. Top: Marlene Forsgren discovers the new Annette Gortz belt bag! Middle: Teresa Arnett shows off a sweater from the new Italian line Guido Lombardi, A'Nue tank top, and Silver summer pants. Left: Julie Geddes models the fabulous new Annette Gortz sweater, tank top, and pants.

New Arrivals for Spring at Renee's

Hi There,

What's that you say? You are tired of the long gray days of winter? You need a sign of spring to get you through this month?

Well, besides noticing the crocuses peaking out of the ground, you can check out the new arrivals at Renee's to rest assured that spring is just around the corner.

Last week we received bling full length and cute capri jeans from a Seattle-based company called Zenim.



































Nic + Zoe showed up with my favorite feminine sweater for spring, which I call "pink fluff."




















They also produced beautiful sweaters and coats in rich coral colors, and light-weight pants for spring.




















Other bright colors have been arriving daily: kiwi greens, sky blues, daffodil yellows, cotton candy pinks, bright turquoises, and more.

Last week on my buying trip for Renee's I spied cute, inexpensive jewelry and lightweight colorful spring scarves. Fun and inspirational, these items are sure to get you through the rest of our winter.

While at market I also ordered: jeans from Silver, Zenim and Dish; cotton sweaters from Mermaid; knit tops from Prairie Cotton and Cut Loose; a new, wide selection of Hobo handbags; and bold print dresses from Elana Kattan.

Best of all, I am so excited about a new, cute Jammie line called Munki Munki! You will see why I am so excited when you take a look here.

As always, let me know if you are looking for particular brands, styles or fabrics. When you discover new finds on your journey, clue me in on those, too. You are always the best source of my buying inspiration!

I can assure you, spring is on the way! In the meantime, come in and take a sneak peak at spring inside Renee's!

Warmly,
Renee