September's Five Easy Pieces

SEPTEMBER'S FIVE EASY PIECES
LOCAL RETAILERS PICK THEIR FAVORITES

At THE FAMILY GROOVE, we say: "Think Global, GET IT Local." It's our mission to deliver
the groove right to your doorstep—or computer screen, as it were. In TFG's global village,
local stores share the stage with national and international ones. Each month TFG will
introduce you to regional retailers who have got it going on.

1. THE BAG
Brandi K., co-owner of Niche Style/Sound, a super cool, cutting edge lifestyle boutique in Milwaukee, WI, loves this groovy bag.

“Perfect for running errands, a day on the town, school and even as a baby bag, this spacious one of a kind Tokyo shoulder bag is great for either gender. The hand screened design not only adds an edge to the classic cut shoulder bag, but since each one is completely unique you can be confident knowing you won't bump into anyone on the street with the same one. Adjust the strap to your liking, throw it over your shoulder and instantly add a hip flare to any outfit.”
$32.00, Tokyo Shoulder Bag, Niche Style/Sound 1922 E Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
www.nichemilwaukee.com
414.964.5417

2. THE LINE
Alanna Klein of the hipster kiddie store Honeys & Heroes (formerly Pumpkin) in San Francisco, CA, loves this cool mini-wear.

“Our customers have fallen in love with Pink Chicken, a brand new line out of New York. This dress has fabulous silver buttons and a great fresh fall feel. Pink Chicken makes dresses in a variety of fabulous patterns and styles that make it hard to just buy one. Pair it up with one of their sweet but hip cardigans and you can hit the streets in your stroller in style any day.”
$68, Honeys & Heroes, 3366 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, California
www.honeysandheroes.com
415.567.6780

3. THE COAT
Natalie Leuzzi of the funky elegant enzee boutique in Elmhurst, IL, loves this classic coat.

“The must-have for fall is this black and white wool houndstooth coat by Tulle. This lightweight coat will keep even the most simplistic outfit admirable. The black and white print is sophisticated and easy to wear for all. To make this coat more dramatic, enzee recommends pairing the coat with a red flat for day or a red heel for night. The best part: priced at $94.00, this coat won't break the budget, allowing you to get those hot heels you've been eying.”
$94, Tulle Houndstooth Coat, enzee boutique, 140 North York, Elmhurst, Illinois
www.enzeeboutique.com
630.530.2965

4. THE DRESS
Tiffanee Bean of the cool Mabel & Zora in Portland, OR, loves this sexy dress.

“We are in love with the maxi-dress. The perfect piece for daytime or evening wear, it can go casual with flip-flops or elegant with sparkling baubles and heels. Reminiscent of the '70s, it's a little more sophisticated this time around and comes in fabulous prints in every fabric from super-soft jersey to the finest silk. Flatters every figure and makes a statement—oh, how we love the maxi dresses!”
$64, Mabel & Zora, 1468 NE Alberta Street, Portland, Oregon
www.mabelandzora.com
503.335.6169

5. THE PANTS
Allison Hayne of the gorgeous maternity wear haven Bloom Maternity in San Antonio, TX, loves these versatile pants.

“I must tell you all about the best selling item in our store, Noppies pants. These pants are wonderful because you can start wearing them the minute you find out you are pregnant. They are an over the belly pant with no contrasting waistband and they have inside elastic bands that really customize the fit. They have great stretch, which means you won't have to buy up a size towards the end of your pregnancy. Did I mention that they are machine washable? You'll wear these pants to the hospital to deliver your baby and then you'll wear them for several months afterwards while you're transitioning. Bloom Maternity carries them in a variety of different styles and colors. They are perfect for work, a night on the town or just everyday wear.”
$88, Noppies Pants, Bloom Maternity, 555 East Basse Road Suite 110, San Antonio, Texas
www.bloommaternity.net
210.824.2727