Off-Price Retail, TJ Maxx & Boston: Part I

So this past Monday and Tuesday I was in Boston visiting with TJ Maxx/Marshalls. Their goal in bringing a group of fashion writers and bloggers was to hopefully not only change our perceptions and understanding of off-price retailing, but those of our readers. Admittedly I am a bit of a fashion snob. I abhor the …

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Rock the Trend. Nice & Easy in Boyfriend Jeans

I find it rather ironic this style of jean (the ‘boyfriend’ jean) is back, but with a new name. These are the same jeans I wore in college…literally my boyfriend’s and brother’s. All worn and torn, they were my favorite jeans bar none! Basically they are just lose cut jeans (most without stretch). I personally …

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Vintage Finds. Marion Mercer Boutique Launches

We at Second City Style are huge fans of vintage designer clothing. Finally a new online boutique specializing in the likes of vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior, Lanvin, Diane von Furstenberg, and many more has just launched. Marion Mercer is the brainchild of Sarah Buxton, who according to Fashion Week Daily has worked at …

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