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BOGO

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:31:28 +0000

Buy One Get One Denim Event!
Treat yourself to some new jeans!

Choose from some great designer brands -
William Rast, Cult of Individuality, Nameless Denim, Fidelity Denim, LTB & HeartLoom!
One Weekend Only.
In Store Only.

What the Boss doesn’t know….

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:55:03 +0000

Life is short, which is why I think Playing Hooky was invented. For all of us individuals who are all work and no play, this skipping-work-occasionally-snack is necessary for survival!
Working in retail is a seven-days-a-week job, (and I am sure there are others besides retail), so when others have their Saturdays and Sundays to sleep in, run errands, do laundry and have some fun, we are open and working, therefore Hooky Mondays have recently been incorporated into my life. Unfortunately, as the boss of the business, I can’t just call in “sick” so I want to thank Mollie for being the fabulous employee she is and covering the store.
So after a slight sleep in Monday morning, I pulled on my Fidelity Jeans, Textile Junkie Tee and House of Harlow Jewelry (just cause you are playing hooky doesn’t mean you shouldn’t care how you look!) and headed out to the Wicked Hop to meet some of my favorites for some of our favorite snacks – and of course I am talking about their bloody marys! Much to our pleasant surprise during snack time we were more than entertained by the eye candy in the Spain vs. Honduras World Cup Game. So entertained we almost missed our brewery tour at Lakefront! Always the entertaining experience, Lakefront was surprisingly busy and as we enjoyed our Wheat Monkey we followed around our hilarious tour guide, Curtsy. Best tour I have ever been on at Lakefront! I suggest you check it out. So after, we headed over to the Nomad to cash in our free Lakefront beer coupons and hopefully see some World Cup highlights – because after that Spain game we were hooked!
It was a fun filled day, that is for sure. We all need to take a little time to enjoy life. Hope you do the same in yours.
Up next for Hooky Monday – The Pedal Tavern!

Flaire Freebie

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:07:05 +0000

Up For Grabs: Nobis. One for Him and one for Her.

Want in on the action?
Comment on our post here or visit our fan page on facebook and comment on our Nobis post there.

When our fan page reaches 400 fans, those who comment will be entered into a random drawing to win!

The Nobis collection is about being different, standing apart. It’s a true expression of individuality and personal style.
Have you defined yours?

Check out what’s up for grabs!

For Him: The Nobis Ginger Vitas Newboy Cap
Intricate straw, linen and herringbone panel details make this newsboy a top story.

For Her: The Nobis Collette Aday Poorboy Hat
Made with premium cotton french terry, featuring pleated detailing and a soft peak that works great for shading your eyes from the summer sun.

Top It Off

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 01:00:57 +0000

Well it’s been awhile…
I was waiting for Spring – I thought it had arrived. I turned over my wardrobe, packed away those winter coats, boots and broke out the Spring attire just in time to be completely fooled.
Wisconsin weather – 1, Me – 0.
Wishful thinking on my part. So as I sit here today watching people in the rainy cold, wrapped up in fleece and scarves and closed-toed shoes (you know I hate them) my patience is wearing thin. I don’t like in between weather – it can get really complicated for dressing. I mean, we are all Spring at Flaire and I am obviously in the Spring mindset so clearly wearing my Spring attire is at the top of my list, but when it’s too cold for flowy lightweight dresses and too warm for sweaters – what’s a girl to do?
The shop girls and I have sworn off heavy knit sweaters, tights and closed toed shoes so in an effort to showcase some Spring wears while dealing with an uncooperative climate, I am topping off my jeans with bright hues, delicate florals and animal prints. Keeping me in the Spring mindset, yet not freezing my arse off!

Animal prints are back in action for Spring/Summer in lightweight cotton silhouettes that compliment any jean like Torn by Ronny Kobo’s Lynna tunic. Or LAMB’s great leopard tunic over your favorite mini. Or the Brooke Top that pairs perfect with leggings. Get on the hunt.
Florals are everywhere and why not – what says Spring better than flowers?! Small delicate combinations or bold vibrant clusters – whatever your favorite flower is, there is an option for you. Breezy bohemian tunics from Nicole Richie’s Winter Kate line, Easy swing tops from Torn by Ronny Kobo or the ever popular BB Dakota line has a plethora of styles to choose from.
With Spring comes color and brights are always big. Patterns, Solids, Prints – you can find them anywhere. My favorite is BB Dakota’s feather tank – but if you prefer solids, Fifteen-Twenty creates some beautiful styles in a variety of bright vivid colors. Guys can do color too! Canterbury of New Zealand always does great plaid shirts and Just A Cheap Shirt (new and now in stock) – they do color right. If you want a certain shade, they have a shirt with it! Stand out this Spring!

Stop in soon and find something to top off your look.

Style Trial Week Two – Earth, Wind & Fire

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:49:10 +0000

The Looks are done for Week Two. This week’s theme was Earth, Wind & Fire. Check out each contestants’ looks below. Vote for your favorite!
Voting Poll opens at 4:00PM Thursday, Oct. 1st and closes Saturday Oct. 3rd at 4:00PM.

Photographer: Dan Zaitz Photography

Hair and Makeup: The Institute of Beauty and Wellness

Photo Shoot Location: Inside & Outside of Palm’s Restaurant

Nong Chang
Model: Ted Schaar

MODA 3 – www.moda3.com
Obey Leather Jacket
Orange Nike High Supremes

Flaire – www.shopflaire.com
Modern Amusement Plaid Pant
Kinetix Power & Speed Tee

Miss Groove – www.missgroove.com
Chain Necklaces (as jacket accent)

Fred Boutique – www.fredboutique.com
Wrap Scarf

Harleys – www.harleys4men.com
Forest Green Hat

Jill Gueller
Model: Tommy Braaten

Olive Organic – www.oliveorganic.org
Layering Tee in Blue

Harleys – www.harleys4men.com
Scarf in Light Blue
Men’s Jacket

Flaire – www.shopflaire.com
Cult Jeans in Marble
Bill Adler Belt

Moda 3 – www.moda3.com
Men’s Tee
Men’s Watch

Fred Boutique – www.fredboutique.com
Belts (worn as suspenders)

Miss Groove – www.missgroove.com
Printed Scarf

Luci Boutique – www.luciboutique.com
Black Scarf

Tameka Johnson
Model: Bryant Randall

Harleys – www.harleys4men.com
Robert Graham Shirt

Flaire – www.shopflaire.com
Modern Amusement Cavalier Jacket

Moda 3 – www.moda3.com
Volcom Pant
Volcom Sweater

Megan Jones
Model: Jonny Hunt

Fred Boutique – www.fredboutique.com
Moon Collection Leather Jacket

Urban Laundry – www.urban-laundry.com
Level 99 Skinny Jean
Printed Shirt

Miss Groove – www.missgroove.com
Silk Scarves

Luci Boutique – www.luciboutique.com
Yellow Belt (Worn on Hand)

Moda 3 – www.moda3.com
The Murph Watch
SKB Hi LX Shoes

Dawn Zellner
Model: Vince

Olive Organic – www.oliveorganic.org
Indigenous Turtleneck
Deluxe Organic Hat

Flaire – www.shopflaire.com
Modern Amusement Homecoming Blazer
Modern Amusement Navy Suit Trouser

You’ve seen their work-now vote for your favorite!

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

Join us at Moct (240 E. Pittsburgh Ave.) this Saturday, October 3rd at 5:30PM for our second Style Trial. Four will be safe, one will be guilty of fashion faux pas!

Click on model’s name for additional photos

When I Grow Up . . .

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 04:23:51 +0000

When I was younger the first thing I remember wanting to be when I grew up was a rock star. I had this great pink skirt (which today would be the perfect mini) that I wore to death. It was perfect with a little rocker tee and layers of accessories. I looked the rocker chic part, but then I realized I had no talent in the vocal department! So, much to my dismay I began to shift my thinking.

Since I loved clothing and jewelry and all things fashion (here is some evidence of my early jewelry obsession), why not be a fashion designer?!?! At the time it sounded so glamorous and perfect so I whipped out my sketch book and went to work. Shortly, another realization took place – I couldn’t draw (and that so remains true). It was really hard to put the beautiful chiffon, sequined and fabric draped visions in my head on paper and if I did manage to move my pencil in the right motion to display what was happening in my imagination, it still didn’t look like much on a stick person!

Over the years I never lost my love of fashion and of course as I got older I realized there are other ways to get your ideas on paper. So as I approached the point in my life where it was time to decide what I was going to use my degree for, my desire to be in the industry of fashion resurfaced. I mean, throughout college I worked in retail, so I guess I never really left it, but when it came time that I might actually have to – I panicked. I couldn’t let go.

I always really enjoyed working with people and creating looks from a variety of pieces – it’s really what excites me about fashion – the ability to utilize the items you love most in hundreds of different ways. The styling aspect of retail is always the most fun and there are many people who really have an eye for what works. It’s risky though – the industry of fashion – and that’s what gave me the idea for Milwaukee’s Style Trial. A no-risk opportunity for those individuals with a love for fashion and styling to test their skills.

It’s a four week competition where 7 will get the chance to compete for styling opportunities with M Magazine, The Institute of Beauty and Wellness and Flaire Boutique (obviously). There’s more though – an overnight stay in the Presidential Suite at the InterContinental Hotel, dinner for two at Kilawat and a VIP Party at Decibel Nightclub . . . a nice little prize package and a chance to utilize your fashion know-how.

So if you love fashion and you view each opportunity to dress yourself (or friends/family) as a chance to express yourself OR maybe just because it sounds fun – visit the homepage of our website, check out the rules and get your application in. We are extending the deadline – so you have until Friday morning to get them in.

When else do you get the chance to try out something new without all the risk?? Apply today!

Fashion’s Night Out

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:41:32 +0000

Tomorrow Night is the Night. Cities worldwide will be celebrating what we do on a daily basis – FASHION!!

In celebration Flaire has a few things planned . . .

Get Teased at Flaire. From 5:00PM-9:00PM the first 50 customers will received a coupon for a free mini-manicure or massage at Tease Salon (2222 S. Kinnickinnic Ave.) during their September 18th Trunk Show!

Every hour from 5:00PM-9:00PM Flaire will be offering special savings. Each hour is something new so stop in at least once!

Working to keep everyone fashionable – Flaire will be donating 10% of sales from Fashion’s Night Out to the Diva/Divo Organization of Milwaukee. www.diva-divo.org

And last, but certainly not least – Flaire’s Fashion Night Favors!

Flaire will be giving away one Favor For Her and one Favor For Him. Customers recieve an entry with every purchase. Up for grabs – A Tolani Scarf For Her & A Nobis Hat For Him. Score some great fall pieces for Free!

Embrace the Nobis Culture.

The Morning Blend

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 15:40:40 +0000

In case you missed Friday’s episode of the Morning Blend – take a look at some of Flaire’s fall styles as Monica from the Institute of Beauty and Wellness tells you what’s hot in hair this fall.

Beauty on a Budget

The Onset of Obsession

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 22:55:21 +0000

I think my obsession with handbags began a long time ago when my Grandmother let me borrow her small sequined clutch to play dress up. How I loved this bag – not only because it was ostentatious, but because it will remain a memory of Grandma. On the sunny afternoons Grandma looked after me, this beautifully detailed bag sparkled like diamonds in the sunlight. The hand beading and the shimmering lining, the metal clasp - all of it had me completely enamored. Instantly this bag glamorized everything I did from blowing bubbles to eating lunch on the picnic table. For years this bag accompanied me to the ball, on my dates, and to every exciting event my imagination could create. In the end I had taken this bag on so many adventures that the last I remember of it the beading had started to wear and the shimmering lining had tears from all my “necessities” it contained – because you have so many necessities at a young age. Never though did the sparkle fade and this, I believe, is what secured my obsession.

Since this time I have owned and obsessed over many handbags from my first metallic Lauren Merkin (the first big bag I ever bought myself) to my feather adorned Leopard bag (it has feathers – of course I had to have it) and my vegan Matt & Nat faux leather tote (five years later and still looks like new) not forgetting my first Marc Jacobs bag (that I scoured the Internet for because it sold out immediately from almost every website I frequented) to my most recent the Fall 2009 Kooba Alex Studded Tote. While all of Kooba’s bags are ridiculously gorgeous the Alex stole my heart. It is with the same passion for that tiny sequined bag of Grandma’s that I announce Kooba has finally arrived and especially the beautifully crafted, soft leather Alex Tote.

We have limited quantities available – so if your obsession is as strong as mine – check them out soon.

Natasha Convertible Bag, Alex Studded Tote, Tess Hobo.

The Natasha Convertible Shoulder Bag

The Alex Tote

The Tess Hobo

Fashion and Your Home?

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:57:54 +0000

Many of us fashion savvy individuals really put effort into our looks. We make sure the clothes are right, the shoes are killer and the accessories are bold. When I was asked to have Flaire participate in the Refashion for Life charity fashion show (which combines fashion for you and your home) – it made me start to evaluate my living space. I mean the effort I put into my own look should also be reflected in my home – right? I never really thought about it before, but recently I have been putting extra effort into making my living space reflect the fashion savvy-ness that I strive for in my personal look.

The Refashion for Life charity fashion show takes place tomorrow night at the Callen Construction Showroom in Muskego. Come check out some of the best fashion for yourself and your home. Plus, it not only benefits you but those at the Elena’s House – so get your tickets!
Get more info at www.refashionforlife.com