Klepto Blog

All About Style: T. Strong launches new video blog, visits Lotus

by Kimberly Lawson on February 28, 2012 at 5:07PM

You've seen her on Fox Charlotte, as well as hosting random fashion events around town. Now you can see Creative Loafing contributor T. Strong in a new weekly video blog called All About Style for Klepto.

A look inside Lipp Boutique at the Metropolitan

by Allison Campbell on February 24, 2012 at 12:53PM

Who knew a glimpse of Paris was nestled in the Metropolitan shopping area? Well, customers will get a taste of French couture at the new Lipp Boutique.

Fashion Review: Night in the Garden

by Lauren Blake on February 20, 2012 at 5:00PM

This past Saturday, Feb. 18, the Van Landingham transformed from historical home to haven for guests who came out to enjoy a Night in the Garden Room. The intimate estate harbored a Midsummer Night’s Dream-esque ambiance, but instead of magic, wonder and mischief, the benefit was filled with fashion, beauty and fundraising.

Promo video for Charleston Fashion Week 2012

by Kimberly Lawson on February 17, 2012 at 12:10PM

It's Fashion Friday! Here you'll fine the promotional video from the organizers of the upcoming Charleston Fashion Week, happening March 20-24.

Shopping dresses for Charlotte's 11th Annual Bartender's Ball

by Allison Campbell on February 16, 2012 at 3:31PM

When your editor tells you to go shopping for a blog post, you do as you're told. And I did — quite happily, might I add.

Lilly Pulitzer opens at South Park

by Kimberly Lawson on February 16, 2012 at 12:46PM

Lilly's coming to town, and she's intent on painting Charlotte pink and green. Tomorrow morning at 10 a.m., the doors open to the Lilly Pulitzer store at South Park Mall.

Photos: Runway for the Ballet

by T. Strong on February 15, 2012 at 12:06PM

Fashion shows are one of those things that when combined with any other element be it art, music or dance, it can be amazing when done right. As last year's emcee of Runway for the Ballet, I know just how much work goes into the production and this year was no different.

I don't know of either of these vintage pieces are at HK, but hey, a girl can dream!

Coats on sale at Hong Kong Vintage

by Kimberly Lawson on February 13, 2012 at 10:33AM

I know, I know — when did Old Man Winter think it was appropriate to show up this late in the season? Sheesh.

Super Bowl shopping?

by T. Strong on February 3, 2012 at 10:36AM

There are some women who can roll with the best of them on Super Bowl Sunday and be the supportive, attentive, football loving wife or girlfriend. But if you're not that type and you don't want to pretend to be her this year, it's OK! No really, it is. Why not do something you would much rather enjoy, like ... oh, I don't know ... shop?

Backstage opens for the vintage-inspired

by Allison Campbell on February 1, 2012 at 10:45AM

The best part about Backstage is you can rent or purchase the outfits you love. That’s right; you can rent a complete outfit for $35 per weekend.

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