Since many of you collegiettes still have tons of shopping to do for the holidays, we at Her Campus WPUNJ have provided you with eight of the best, most fashionable boutiques to shop at in the area. Once you finish your finals, grab a friend and check these shops out for new fashion ideas, window-shopping, and to get some great holiday gifts!
1. POSCHE – 1220 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne
Located only a few minutes down the road in the Preakness Shopping Center, POSCHE is a high-end clothing boutique that sells designer apparel including blouses, dresses, shoes, and accessories. POSCHE is owned by the fabulous Kim D and has been featured on The Real Housewives of New Jersey since many of the ladies shop there. If you are a fan of the show, stop in for some affordable “POSCHE” tees, tanks, and sweatshirts, or choose your favorite cuff from Kim’s collection: Cuffs by Kim D. Also, they will be holding a spring fashion show on March 19, 2014, and tickets are currently on sale now. To see the latest styles, check out their Instagram.
2. Gypsy Warrior – 125 East Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood
Are you a trendsetter? Do you love the street style and vintage look? If so, Gypsy Warrior in Ridgewood is definitely worth checking out! They sell affordable casual clothing, shoes, and accessories that are inspired by rock ‘n’ roll tattoo culture, NYC street style, and a love for vintage. Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and the stars of Jerseylicious are occasionally seen shopping here. Follow them on Instagram to view their latest fashions!
3. Pink-O Accessories – 2461 Willowbrook Mall, Wayne
Pink-O accessories may be a small boutique, but it’s definitely one of the best places for costume jewelry and sterling silver jewelry around! They have the most current trends and fashions and offer affordable prices. Pink-O has a wide range of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, and watches that are trendy, funky, and classic, so there’s something to fit each girl’s personal style. Follow them on Instagram!
4. Pink Bungalow – 617 Valley Road, Upper Montclair
If you are looking for some unique, fun, and girly gifts, this is the perfect place to go! Pink Bungalow is a gift shop that sells stationery, jewelry, cards, candles, party glasses, frames, custom printing, and a variety of accessories. They also have a large collection of Vera Bradley pieces and Alex and Ani bracelets.
5. Cafface Beauty Bar – 814 High Mountain Road, Franklin Lakes
Cafface Beauty Bar recently opened and is owned by The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Lauren Manzo. Cafface is primarily a skin care and make-up boutique that includes an area of apparel, jewelry and other accessories for shopping. At the beauty bar, make-up and hair can be done, so give them a call to set up an appointment for a new look and/or fresh beauty tips! You can follow Cafface on Instagram.
6. Hot Jewelry Box – 201 East Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood
If you love to accessorize with bling, then this will be your favorite! The Hot Jewelry Box has costume jewelry galore. They are stocked with huge selections of earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and hair accessories like headbands and bows. With so many options and styles, you are sure to find something you like for an affordable price!
7. Flair – 1210 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne
Flair is yet another jewelry store that fits various personal styles with affordable pricing, appealing to women of all ages as well as children. They also sell costume and sterling silver jewelry. Flair is a great choice for holiday gift shopping because they are known for their complimentary signature gift-wrapping, which makes your shopping experience and gift-giving that much more exciting!
8. Suite 201 – 11 South Walnut Street, Ridgewood
Suite 201 sells celebrity-style contemporary clothing including dresses, sweaters, tops, jeans, and more. Popular designers sold at the store include Feel the Piece, Torn by Ronny Kobo, Brandy Melville, Jay Godfrey, and Boulee. (If you love their apparel after checking out their website, look out for the grand opening of their new store, SOCIAL by Suite 201, to open in a few weeks at 66 East Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood.) Follow Suite201 on Instagram to see their newest arrivals!
There you have it, collegiettes; we’ve provided you with a list of the hottest boutiques in the area so there’s no doubt you will find the perfect gifts for your family and friends. Just remember, don’t forget to treat yourself to a fabulous gift, too!
Happy Shopping! #HCXO
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