Denise Elias (left) knew she had something special when the jewelry parties she threw in her home, featuring a specially curated selection of pieces, took off quickly. With her best friend, Dawn Pasacreta, at her side, the two opened a flagship store in White Plains in 2014. Just a stone’s throw away from the impersonal chain stores that inhabit White Plains, LOLA New York offers a personal, fun, and honest shopping experience. Dawn and Denise only stock what they love — not whatever the label-du-jour might be. Customer happiness is important to them, and they will dispense advice as needed. They like to make sure there’s something for everyone, stocking jewelry that runs from $12-$20, to more luxe bags that can go as high as $500. Running out to a party with nothing to wear? The shop will always have a great clutch, fantastic jewelry, and most certainly a cute top — just the kinds of things Denise and Dawn would wear themselves.
LOLA New York, White Plains
REVAMP
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Layer Up: “Love your layers! As the weather gets colder, don’t just stop at sweaters, coats, and scarves; think about your jewelry, too. Don’t be afraid to mix materials by pairing a choker with a chain necklace.” —Denise Elias and Dawn Pasacreta of LOLA New York, White Plains; www.lolany.com
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Stick a Pin in It: Dust off your grandmother’s brooches and give them new life by wearing them in unique ways. Cluster a few on a jean jacket or wear one instead of a necklace at the top of your button-down shirt.
HOMESTYLE
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Ordinary Extraordinary: Why not add your own unique flair to even the most mundane items in your home? I store my keys, loose change, and unsightly coupons in vintage vessels. Instead of keeping my giant stack of coupons out, I store them in an old candy dish. Loose change looks beautiful in a depression glass salt cellar. A Champagne coaster from the Hotel Lord Byron was a special score and makes the perfect catch-all. I found my vintage items at Opportunity Shop in Chappaqua and ReStore in New Rochelle.
TRICKS OF THE TRADE
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Photos : Jeans by Popova Olga/fotolia; sweater by tarzhanova/fotolia; puffer courtesy of burberry - Partner Content -
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Wash new jeans twice before bringing them to the tailor. Jeans always shrink in length when washed, so you could save yourself the trip.
Sick of your mohair sweater leaving a trail everywhere you go? Stick it in a plastic bag and freeze it for three hours.
Throw a belt over your puffer. The look will become more chic and less Stay Puft Marshmallow Man.
