Happy New Year's Eve!

Tonight's the night. The last night of 2010. Tomorrow we get to start all over with a clean slate. So let's live it up tonight! Today we chose this lace mini dress by MM Couture. We like the idea of showing off one body part at a time, and this dress is perfect for that! Keep your arms covered, but let your legs shine for days! And the amazingly tight bodice doesn't lack sex appeal either. Pair it with some sparkly earrings by Zad, a ring by Jessica Elliot, and the Sam Edleman Stud Heels, or go with the Chinese Laundry Chiffon Heel and Rhinestone Ring by Jessica Elliot for a little bit of a different look. Either way, you'll be looking fabulous as you ring in the new year! We hope you have a great time tonight. Be safe, and have a Happy New Year!

Outfit #4!

Here is outfit #4 for New Years Eve! We decided to go with a sweet, yet sexy purple strapless rosette dress by Cynthia Steffe. Wear it with black tights or bare legs - either way it will look great with the Seychelles criss cross suede heels! The bib necklace makes a big statement, but the dress can definitely stand on its own as well. And the ring by Kenze Panne is super cool. We like that it adds a little bit of "rock" with the sweet dress. Add the clutch for a bit more sparkle - because let's face it - a girl needs to sparkle at least a little bit when bringing in the New Year.

On the Third Day of New Years...

Here we go again! Today we thought we'd go in a different direction with the style. Yesterdays was fun and flirty, and we loved it! But today is more ladylike and vintage. And we love it too! That's what's great about Hemline. You can put together so many different types of outfits to suit whatever your feeling on any given day, from vintage to modern and beyond. Or you can mix them all up to make your own eclectic look! With todays look you will absolutely stand out in a crowd, but not in the traditional New Years glitter and sequin way. The hand muff by Tullette will not only keep your hands warm, but its functional as a clutch too, with a zipper on the back to hold a cell phone, credit card, lipstick and I.D! And I like how the cuff is a little bit "hard" with the softness and sweetness of the dress and accessories.  Wear this look with a matte red lip and you will have heads turning!

New Years Outfit #2!

We posted yesterday about looking great on New Years Eve. We loved the outfit, but we didn't want to limit your choices! We have so many great things in right now that would be absolutely perfect to wear on the last night of 2010, so we've decided to do a new outfit every day this week! Todays is fun and flirty, and has just enough sparkle to rock on New Years Eve. Wear it with tights to keep your legs a little warmer, or leave the tights at home and show off those legs! Either way, we think it's a hit!

Bodysuit (front and back pictured): Urban Behavior $42.00

Skirt: Fumblin' Foe $110.95

Necklace: Kenze Panne $28.00

Ring: Kenze Panne: $15.00

Clutch Deux Lux black: $108.00

gold: $86.00

Bootie: Chinese Laundry $110.00

Do You Have A New Year's Outfit Yet?

Want to ring in the new year looking fab? Who doesn't, right? Well you've come to the right place! It's all about glitz, glam and embellishments when it comes to finding the perfect New Year's Eve outfit. We have selected just a few of our funnest pieces and put them together in a super cute outfit perfect for rockin' away 2010. 

Ark & Co Zip Dress: $89.00

Zad Black Rhinestone Ring: $14.00

Rick Designs Vintage Pleated Fan Clutch: $86.00

Sam Edelman Stud Heel: $199.00

Denim Care Guide

We sell a lot of designer denim at Hemline. Our customers are always asking for info on how to extend the life of their jeans and keep them looking as great as they did the first time they tried them on. And we don't blame them - we pay good money for our denim and expect them to last, right? We have a few of our own tips on what us Hemline girls do to take care of our denim, and we thought we would share them with you. So here they are:

1. The first tip most of us go by, is to wash your jeans as infrequently as possible. Now, I know sometimes it is down right impossible, and it definitely is easier said than done, but washing your jeans does lead to fading and shrinking. While you can't completely avoid those two things, you can try to reduce both by wearing your jeans at least 4-5 times before washing...within reason of course. 

2. When you do wash your jeans, it is best to wash them inside out, in cold water, and with other denim. This will help reduce fading. Also, avoid the dryer as much as you can, as the dryer will make your jeans shrink and fade more rapidly. If you must dry your denim, do so on the lowest heat setting, and for a short time. 

3. One thing we always recommend to our customers who are buying Hudson denim, (check them out on www.shophemline.com by the way, we have some really great styles right now!) is to go a size down if you can. We have found some styles from that line tend to stretch a lot! If you aren't able to go down a size, you can put them in the dryer. This will help get them back to the good fit you once had. Most jeans stretch out in some way, so this is nothing to be alarmed about. We find that we sometimes have to contradict our "no drying" rule in the event that we actually do want to slightly shrink our jeans. And that's okay! 

4. Some people swear by putting their denim in the freezer in between washings, while others remain skeptical. The theory is that odor causing bacteria are killed in the freezer, and therefore letting your jeans hang out in the freezer over night will leave them odorless and fresh, all without going through the "harsh" process of washing and drying. The idea also being that it helps extend the life of your denim and prevent fading. This process isn't intended to completely replace washing your denim, (depending who you ask.) However, it is interesting none the less, and we are extremely interested in your thoughts about putting your jeans in the freezer.  Have you done this before? Did your jeans come out refreshed? What are your theories on this subject? We're dyeing to know. (pun intended.) 

So there you have it! Our tips for helping to keep your jeans fab for as long as possible. What tips do you have for keeping your jeans looking great? Feel free to let us know! We would love to hear from our wonderful blog readers! Also, come check out our amazing selection of designer denim at Hemline or at www.shophemline.com! 

Gift Ideas for under $100!

Christmas is getting so close! 9 more days! Have you finished your shopping? Have you even started your shopping? Well, either way, have no worries! We've put together another great gift idea list for you, and this time it's full of wonderful things you can buy at Hemline for under $100! Get fabulous gifts without going over budget- how cool is that?! 

And the Winner is...

Wait no more! We have a winner in our contest for the most inspirational family Christmas Traditions! Before I tell you, I should also mention that we got some pretty awesome emails! It was so difficult for us to pick just one winner, that we have decided to have a second AND third place winner as well! So let's get to it! 

The winner of a $100 Hemline gift card is: Ashley Campbell for her wonderful Gingerbread House tradition! 

"When I was in 9th grade, my parents thought it would be fun to start making gingerbread houses on Christmas Eve....(examples include a homeless shelter, double-wide trailer, and even one year a synagogue...)" 

"...As the years went by this tradition has expanded to include each of our significant others and/or best friends, and plenty of appetizers and holiday booze, prompting the creation of some even more unique gingerbread structures... Now that my brother is in culinary school, the drinks and appetizers we enjoy while we construct our houses have become even more amazing than before, and we now compete, as couples, for the best gingerbread house."

Our second place winner of a $75 Hemline gift card is: Whitney White for her tradition of finding the perfect Christmas tree for her family! 

"...bow saw and flash light in hand, we begin our search for the perfect Christmas tree. It usually involves a bit of walking and a bit of compromising between husband and wife, since she wants the skinny soft one and he wants to climb up the evergreen and saw off the top.  He won that one. So we pick a tree, saw it down, and carry it back to the car. It is always a charmingly unique tree, with a bit of a bare spot or a curve, but it makes the holiday more special, and it smells great too!

Wish us luck... The Great Xmas Tree Heist 2010 is tomorrow night!" 

And finally, our third place winner of a $50 Hemline gift card is: Gina Ciaccio-Holmberg for her beautiful tradition of passing a Christmas gift onto someone in need. 

In regards to her children, "After they open their presents, they each have to choose one to give away to someone "in need". That could mean at a shelter, through our church, or someone that they choose.

We really want to focus on the giving aspect of Christmas, and not the gluttony."

Once again, thank you to all who participated in our contest! Because we couldn't make everyone a winner, everyone else who participated will receive 25% off one in store purchase of a regularly priced item as a thank you for participating! Just come in and give us your name to receive your discount! Kudos to our lovely blog readers for having such amazing family traditions, we had a blast reading your emails and wish you all a very happy Holiday season! Hope to see you all in the store soon! 

Have you sent Annie your holiday traditions for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Hemline? If not, there is still time! Send an email to anniehemlinekc@gmail.com before December 12th, telling us all about your family's holiday traditions. The winner will be announced on our blog on December 13th, and will receive a $100 gift card to Hemline! We've already had so many wonderful and inspiring emails of different family holiday traditions, and we can't wait to hear more! 

Bows, Ruffles and Rosettes - Oh My!

Our racks are stacked with some amazing things right now, and we have to share! We love the details in these pieces. The bows are so pretty, but not too cutesy, and the rosettes are so feminine! We hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

Make sure to check out www.shophemline.com often, we are getting new things weekly!

Holiday Traditions

We gathered with family and friends to give thanks. We stuffed ourselves (no pun intended) with all the Thanksgiving trimmings. We shopped at ridiculous hours to get the best deals. Now it's time to reflect on what the holidays are really about! Now that a lot of us here at Hemline are moms, we are thinking about traditions. What do we want to start with our children that they will want to continue on with their families? I remember being a little girl and waking up to the cookies and milk that we baked the night before being gone, presents galore under the tree, and "reindeer droppings" -  aka cocoa puffs - on the floor. My dad was a little out of control! Jenn and her kids wear new Christmas pajamas on Christmas Eve as they open one gift. The next day they get a new ornament to remember that Christmas by. When they are grown, those ornaments will each bring back a special memory. Those are the memories we will never forget, and they ones we will continue to do with our kids.

So what are your traditions? We want to know! And if your tradition strikes us as one we want to start with our families, we want to give you a $100.00 gift card to Hemline! Email your traditions to anniehemlinekc@gmail.com before December 12, and stay tuned on December 13 to see our winner! We can't wait to hear from you!

Just a Reminder!

Don't forget about Purple Wednesday! This Wednesday, November 24 from 10:00 to 7:00 the entire store will be 40% off! It's one day only - don't miss out!

HUGE Online Denim Sale!

Shophemline.com is having an amazing online denim sale! Tons of styles and brands all on sale for $39.95! William Rast, Seven For All Mankind, Hudson, Miss Me...tons more! Check it out-- they're going FAST!

Hemline Holiday Gift Guide!

The holiday season is here whether you like it or not-- and we love it! If you've already started your holiday shopping, let us make things way easier for you! We've put together a list of 10 items we think would make fabulous gifts or stocking stuffers! We didn't even get a chance to include all of the beautiful clothing we carry as gift ideas, (I mean, could you imagine how long this post would be?!) so be sure to keep them in mind as well. Also keep in mind if you shop with us on Purple Wednesday on November 24th you will receive 40% off your entire purchase! (regularly priced items only)

Okay, here's our list. Happy shopping! 

1. Geneva grey and gold watch, $ 21.00

2. kai Body buffer,  $40.00

3. Natural Life Key Caps, $6.00

4. theBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer and Hot Mama Blush, $19.00

5. theBalm Mineral Eyeshadow, $17.00

6. Natural Life Print Block Coasters, $26.00

7. Natural Life "Be the Change.." Wallet, $30 & Kenze Panne Green Ruffle Wallet, $29

8. AJ Morgan Sunglasses, 2 for $25

9. theBalm Balmbini Face Palette, $28.00

10. Did you know Hemline has Gift Cards? We sure do! Get that hard-to-buy-for-shopper exactly what she needs, a Hemline Gift Card!

Black Friday? How About Purple Wednesday!

We all know about black Friday. Get up at an insane hour, fight a million other people who want the same flat screen T.V. as you (although there are only 10 available), and leave very possibly empty handed. OR, you could come to Hemline! We are celebrating black Friday on Wednesday- hence the Purple Wednesday title. Come in the day before Thanksgiving, November 24, and get 40% off your entire purchase! We'll be open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Get your mom a pretty scarf. Your girlfriends some lip balm. Yourself? Whatever you want! At 40% off, you can't feel guilty about spoiling yourself! We hope to see you all here!

The tulip-style pant has made its way into fashion this season. We got in a silk grey style by Corey Lynn Calter that is really beautiful if I do say so myself. This pant seems to catch the eye of most every shopper that comes in Hemline, and the question that always follows is, "What would I wear with these?" While this style of pant can be worn virtually any way, from casual with a simple tank or sweater, to dressed up with a pair of great heels, we thought we'd put together some ideas on how we would wear it- paired with other awesome pieces from Hemline, of course! 

1. Pleated Front Silk Pant by Corey Lynn Calter, $185.00

2. Pleated Front Silk Pant shown with an Oversized Sweater by Kenzie, $68.00

3. Gold Bangle set, $21

4. Golf Ball Bead Clutch by Ricki Designs, $64.00

5. Lace Up Wedge Boot by Same Edleman, $129.00

6. Gold Bangle, $20 Black Beaded Bracelet, $10

7. Pleated Front Silk Pant shown with a Lace Cami by Akiko, $125.95 and Velvet Blazer by LA Made, $121.00

8. Pleated Fan Bead Clutch by Ricki Designs, $86.00

9. Gwenie Velvet Flat by Chinese Laundry, $49.00

TOMS Shoes "One for One"

We just got in our latest shipment of TOMS shoes, and we are obsessed! We think they're the cutest we've had, actually! And not only do we love the way these shoes look, but we love even more what they stand for:

TOMS Shoes was founded on a simple premise: With every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. One for One. Using the purchasing power of individuals to benefit the greater good is what we're all about. The TOMS mission transforms our customers into benefactors, which allows us to grow a truly sustainable business rather than depending on fundraising for support.        http://www.toms.com/movement-one-for-one


And if the above is not incentive enough, get this:


"TOMS sustainable shoes are vegan friendly.
The uppers are made of either pesticide-free cotton, or a unique twill featuring hemp and recycled plastic bottles. The durable outsoles utilize recycled rubber, and the cushioned footbed has a canvas cover for comfort and breathability."


Women in Kansas City are buying Toms for just about every occasion they may have, from a shoe to wear day to day, to a shoe to wear with their wedding dress! We love the glittery ones for the holidays, and the flannel boots are going to be on every Hemline girl at some point this winter. So come to Hemline and feel good about what you are buying - a vegan friendly, organic, sustainable shoe that gives a child somewhere a pair of shoes. How can you not feel good about that?

Top Left: Classic Slip-on in Gilded Herringbone - $54.00

Top Right: Classic Slip-on in Black Glitter - $54.00

Middle: Flannel Botas in Purple Flannel - $79.00

Middle Left: Classic Slip-on in Silver Morocco - $54.00

Middle Right: Classic Slip-on in Silver Glitter - $54.00

Bottom: Classic Slip-on Corduroy in Ocean - $54.00

Melie Bianco

We got a lovely new shipment in from Melie Bianco Handbags and these cute little things are already flying out of our store and onto the shoulders of the most stylish gals in KC! We aren't surprised at how fast they are selling either, I mean, look at them! My personal fav is the Alyssa Expandable bag, it unzips at the bottom to allow addition room to carry all your belongings. What a dream come true!

*Photos taken from meliebianco.com

Kenze Panne Jewelry!

It's jewelry madness at Hemline! We got a HUGE shipment of beautiful jewelry by Kenze Panne, and we are absolutely loving this line! Kenze Panne features tons original necklaces to express your own personal style, as well as tons of double finger rings, and many other items we just can't get enough of! Check out  the cuteness we've featured on this post, and be sure to stop in Hemline to see the rest!

Umbrella Necklace: $24.00

Air Plane Necklace: $46.00

Bird Cage Necklace: $48.00

Hot Air Balloon: $48.00

Dragonfly Necklace: $36.95

Love Note Necklace: $12.00

Water Can Necklace: $48.00

Gun Ring with Flowers: $42.95

Double Finger Ring Gold: $12.00

Double Ring with Chain $10.00

Quad Ring: $12.00

Coral Ring: $16

Gold Ring: $12

Black Double Finger Ring: $15.95

Leaf Double Finger Ring: $10.95

Full Finger Ring: $16.00

It's really starting to feel like fall here in Kansas City. Finally! Boots and jackets are the perfect fall pairing for your last minute trip to the pumpkin patch before Halloween, and we've got some great ones at Hemline! You'll be the most fashionable one in the patch!

Who Do You Wear Pink For?

In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, any item with the color pink in it is 30% off at Hemline! Luckily for you, we just so happen to have tons of adorable items throughout our store in every lovely shade of pink. So come check out our fab selection of cozy Free People sweaters, super cute cocktail dresses, and must have accessories (all containing the color pink on them somewhere) and save some money in honor of a good cause! As an added bonus, if nothing more than the tag has pink on it, you still get that item at 30% off!  You read me right. Don't miss out on this great deal, come in and let us know who you wear pink for.

French Connection Trunk Show

Hemline Kansas City is having a trunk show! Join us on October 7 and 8 to view French Connection's Fall and Winter collections! Be the first in KC to see the new looks and purchase your favorites while enjoying good food and drinks! Keep checking back for exact times. Don't live in Kansas City? Check the dates below to see when your Hemline will be hosting!

Hemline Magazine Street - September 23 & 24

Hemline Rice Village - September 29 & 30

Hemline Kansas City - October 7 & 8

Hemline Nashville - October 9 & 10

Hemline Dallas - October 15 & 16

Hemline Chartres - October 21 & 22

Hemline Baton Rouge - October 28 & 29

Introducing: Plenty by Tracy Reese Shoes!

So we've all become a little obsessed with Tracy Reese's Plenty collection - okay maybe more than a little - but can you blame us? It's so perfectly bohemian and pretty all in one. Well now Ms. Reese has brought us something new to obsess over.... SHOES!

Plenty by Tracy Reese shoes are now available at Hemline KC! And these shoes are ah-mazing. They provoke the sexy, fun, vintage loving girl in all of us. We hope you all love them as much as we do!

From left to right :

Gina Bootie - $135.00

Piper Ankle Boot - $143.00

Francine Flat - $106.00

Caroline Lace Up Boot - $145.00

Paola Bootie - $106.00

More from ELEMENTS: Jenny Wheat!

We've said it before, and we'll say it again: Hemline is so blessed to be able to work with the best of Kansas City. This time, we'd like a shout out to go to the fabulous Jenny Wheat for capturing all of our magnificent models in all their delicious duds from the night! Want to check out more Jenny Wheat? Here's her website!

Just In Case You Missed the Brilliance and Blunders of the VMAs!

We're always a bit obsessed with the Gaga, and last night was no exception. However, was it brilliance or a blunder??? Go to InStyle.com to figure it all out!

ELEMENTS Photos by Aaron Lindberg

Elements was such a great success, and we were so excited to have talented photographers there to capture all the breathtaking views! From fancy fashion to stellar skyscrapers, Aaron Lindberg really caught the evening's essence! Enjoy the photos and stay tuned for more to come!

And want to see more of Lindberg's magic? Check out his website!