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It’s in the bag.

April 17, 2010 in Fashion, your look with 0 Comments

The Find:
Beach towels, sunglasses, your latest novel obsession. Diapers, wipes, an arsenal of matchbox cars. Whatever you need to tote, this is your bag. Useful, roomy, versatile. And super cute to boot. Also available in teal and black. Handmade bags range from $40-$60.

The Fashion Source:
Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry Company on the Marietta Square sells handmade jewelry, clothing, décor and more from artisans in third world countries. 130 S. Park Square, Marietta, 770-421-2495, http://marietta.gofishretail.com.

Tagged: shopping, purses, style, fashion

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France on the cheap.

April 3, 2010 in Shopping & Dining, your guide with 1 Comment

The Goods:
Can’t afford a plane ticket to France? Côté Soleil in Acworth offers the next best thing. Simple and elegant home furnishings like this  arrangement will lend a romantic touch of Provence to your home. Ceramic salt and pepper shakers with French country design, $10.75 each. Ceramic hand-painted coasters, $9.95 each.

The Guide:
Cote Soleil, 3335 Cobb Parkway, Suite 210, Acworth, GA 30101, 678-574-7050

Tagged: acworth, home decor, decorating, shopping

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Footloose and fancy feet.

July 21, 2009 in Fashion, your look with 0 Comments

The Find:P2010174
Give your friends major shoe envy with these beaded beauties (left: $22.00). Or go gladiator-chic with this bronze metallic pair (right: $29). Fancy feet are happy feet…especially when a portion of the sales goes to support the indigenous artisans in the third-world countries who crafted these stand-out sandals.

The Fashion Source:
Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry Company on the Marietta Square sells handmade jewelry, clothing, décor and more from artisans in third world countries. 130 S. Park Square, Marietta, 770-421-2495, http://marietta.gofishretail.com.

Tagged: Marietta, clothing, style, fashion, shoes, shopping

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Bodacious beads.

July 21, 2009 in Fashion, your look with 0 Comments

The Find:
You’ve got the shoes. The bag. The top. The perfect jeanP1250173s with just the right amount of stretch. But something’s still missing: the bling!

Côté Soleil in Acworth has the perfect solution to finish off your fave new outfit: handmade Beadacious jewelry, crafted by local jewelry artisan Pennie Barsky. Check out this killer aquamarine and sterling silver beaded bracelet (left: $54.00) or this to-die-for teal and purple set (right: bracelet, $40.00; earrings $10.00).

The Fashion Source:
Cote Soleil, 3335 Cobb Parkway, Suite 210, Acworth, GA 30101, 678-574-7050

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Spa luxury for 4 bucks.

July 21, 2009 in Shopping & Dining, your guide with 0 Comments

The Goods:
Longing for a little TLC but a spa trip’s not in the current budget? Stash a bar of Mistral soap in your bathroom, and luxurious relaxation is just a shower away.  Find these organic shea butter and olive oil soaps in a variety of scents and sizes at Côté Soleil, along with a wide selection of scented body sprays and lotions. $4.00-$8.00.

The Guide:
Cote Soleil, 3335 Cobb Parkway, Suite 210, Acworth, GA 30101, 678-574-7050

Tagged: acworth, home decor, decorating, shopping

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It’s vintage, baby.

June 24, 2009 in Fashion, your look with 0 Comments

The Find:
A fashion oxymoron: A vintage tee is oh-so-mod. Update your look with these affordable vintage-patterned beauties. Various styles and colors available, so snag a few while they last. $30.00.

The Fashion Source:
Divas & Dames Boutique, 4809 South Main Street, Acworth GA 30101, 678-574-4777

Tagged: fashion, shopping, clothing, style, acworth

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