When you think of high fashion, what do you think of? We’re guessing that basic, classic styles and neutrals are among the images that come to mind. And there’s good reason for that: if you spend the money for quality pieces, you want to make sure you can wear them long enough to get your […]
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First Impressions: What’s More Important Than What You Wear?
No matter how many times we’ve heard truisms like “you can’t judge a book by its cover,” and regardless of how sincerely we say “it’s what’s on the inside that counts,” we all judge one another according to appearance. And you know how long it takes us to form an initial impression of a new […]
A Woman’s Wardrobe Staples: The Little Black Dress
Arguably the quintessential article of clothing associated with women’s fashion is the Little Black Dress. In fact, this piece is so iconic that it can be referred to by its monogram: LBD. This iconic piece was popularized by designer Coco Chanel, who identified it as “the shape of the future” when a drawing of an […]
Simplify Your Wardrobe: Why Less Is Really More
Is less really more? I’ve heard that phrase a lot and have often wondered if it’s really true. I guess it all depends on what arena it refers to and what a person means by it, but when it comes to intentionally limiting our choices, it does seem to carry weight. Modern research seems to […]
Helping You Create a More Intentional Wardrobe, Part 4
You’ve purged and prioritized, considered and contemplated. (Perhaps you’ve even consigned with the Penny Pincher Boutique!). If you’ve completed all those steps and have rid your house of every unwanted, unused piece before purchasing your first wardrobe addition, we’re proud of you! Congratulate yourself on a job well done! By delaying your gratification, we’re sure […]
Helping You Create a More Intentional Wardrobe, Part 3
Once you’ve purged and considered your aims for your wardrobe (see Part 1), you’re well on your way toward building a more intentional one that serves your needs. This isn’t about winning any contest for the smallest number of pieces or meeting someone else’s needs; it’s about being purposeful regarding keeping only those items that […]
Helping You Create a More Intentional Wardrobe, Part 2
Your journey toward a more intentional wardrobe begins with the most difficult part: the all-important purge. As conflicting and emotional as this step may be, when you keep the over-arching view in mind, it becomes simpler (if not actually easier). In part 1 of this series, we discussed the importance not on limiting yourself to […]
Helping You Create a More Intentional Wardrobe, Part 1
Don’t you love the word “intentional”? I think all of us really want to live intentional lives, don’t we? Sometimes minimalism gets a bad rap, but it’s really all about being intentional and can be truly freeing. From legalistic, restrictive 30-piece wardrobes to slightly more flexible capsule wardrobes, “minimalism” can be defined in many ways. […]
What You’ll Find at The Penny Pincher Boutique
As a puveyor of fine women’s apparel and accessories, the Penny Pincher Boutique is known as Westchester County, New York’s finest consignment boutiques. Do you have high-fashion clothing in great condition just hanging in your closet? If so, we hope you’ll consider consigning with us! Like our many valued customers, we treat our consignors with […]
Great News for Westchester Fashionistas Ready for Spring Shopping Sprees
If you’re like me, then to think spring means to go shopping! As the most extensive women’s luxury consignment boutique in Westchester County, New York, the Penny Pincher Boutique offers the perfect solution to your spring shopping needs. We completely understand the tension between desiring high-fashion pieces and, well, adding more than a single piece […]