Happy Birthday to Mint Julep!

Happy 5th Birthday, Mint Julep!

We'd like to thank our family, friends, customers and staff for being so wonderful and supportive over the years. As the old saying goes, time flies when you're having fun!

XOXO
Brooke and Steph

Summer Sale Starts Today!

Come visit your favorite Mint Julep location to find amazing fashions at amazing prices! Most of our spring and summer pieces are 25%-75% off. The heat of the summer is still to come, so there's lots of time for sundresses, bright frocks, and fun tops.

See you soon!

STARS!!!

Twinkly stars for your ears!!!

JPK Handbags

Along with the sun, our new JPK bags have finally arrived at Mint Julep. These bags are both versatile and beautiful, and come in colors ranging from tried and true navy to wild and crazy cobalt. These colorful little jewels are going fast so come check them out!

Boutique of the Week!

Click below to see a wonderful review of Mint Julep Lower East Side:

http://www.theboutiqueoftheweek.com/boutiques/mint-julep.html

Yay!

Tie Dye!

Better than any Do-It-Yourself tie dye project I have ever done, these 525 America silk summer scarves are beautifully whimsical. Choose from delicious grape, subtle grey, deep green or sophisticated navy, each against crisp white. Add some punch to your outfit, no matter which color tickles your fancy. Pop into your favorite Mint Julep location or shop online to try one out for yourself!

100% silk, $74

Happy Independence Day!

Our windows are decked with reds, whites and blues, so pop in for the perfect patriotic look for your BBQ or day at the beach.

Have a sunny, fun and safe Fourth of July!

Stars and stripes forever,
XOXO
The Mint Julep Girls

NOTE: WE WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY, JULY 4th.

Fabulously Fancy Florals

Beautiful florals that will last forever! Each fabric flower made by Alexia Crawford can be worn as a barrette in your hair OR a brooch on your favorite dress or sweater. For only $12, give your summer wardrobe a whole lotta pizazz!

What's Your Sign?

Being a native Northern Californian, I grew up with the question "what's your sign?" I, personally, am an Aries, I hear I'm supposed to be Adventurous, Dynamic, Quick-Witted and Confident. I guess that I should mention that I'm also supposedly Selfish, Foolhardy, Impatient and a Dare-Devil. Hmmm, so maybe I can pick and choose the traits I wish to embody? Anyway, whether you put any stock in your sign's traits, or not, everyone will love these necklaces with the zodiac signs on them! Danielle Stevens sent us some beautiful Gold Fill necklaces with medallions that have your sign printed on them and adorned with dangling beads meant to represent the birth stones of the months each sign covers. Or, if you're more of a silver gal, take a look at the cameo-inspired Zodiac necklaces from Tashi. The intricately detailed interpretations of each sign's constellation etched in a black pendant are suspended from a delicate sterling silver chain. Both make wonderful birthday gifts! I have seen a lot of Zodiac-inspired jewelry in my day and none so beautiful, delicate and ladylike as these necklaces.

ps - if you're really into meditating on the meaning of your sign, pick up one of Aunt Sadie's calming Green Tea candles decorated with all the Zodiacs.

A Whole Lottie Love

We all know that Jojo loves us, and now my niece Lottie LOVES Jojo!

While in Boston a few weeks ago, this little munchkin couldn't keep her little paws off Jojo's beaded braclets. And who could blame her???
Oversized beads with diamond spacers! Real stunners!
Looks as though Aunt Poppins fabulous taste is rubbing off on this little Wyoming lady.
(available in Harvard Square and Brookline)

Va Va VOOM!

L.A.'s Joy Han has designed some absolutely darling shirts and dresses for the summer. Her fabulous line Voom, which launched in 2002, and Voom's sister line
Va Va are both feminine and glamorous lines that are vintage-inspired and classic with a twist. Any of these tops will look great with skinny jeans or white trousers, and the dresses are easy to throw on with some flips flops for an afternoon barbeque or a day of bopping around the city.

Pop into your favorite Mint Julep location or peruse our online store to shop these and more styles by Va Va and Voom!

Pictured from top to bottom:
Va Va Jessica Tube Dress in White, $146
Va Va Susie Ruffle Dress in White, $166
Voom Sunny Top in Green, $146
Voom Tina Top in Coral, $186

Summer in the City! (NYC)

Here are some snapshots of a few Julep outings in Manhattan... Our summer in NYC has been off to a great start! We had a visit from our dear Mandy (a retired Julep) and we hit the town in the Meatpacking District and then spent a Sunday afternoon in Times Square for a Broadway matinee. I had my birthday party at Radegast Biergarten in Brooklyn (there's Brooke, Christina and me, and then Sam and her best friend Ann and me). And last week we had a Friday night bowling outting (pictured are Sam's and my feet!). Can't wait for some more summertime adventures!

The Famous Sex and the City Belt!

That's right, the belt that Sarah Jessica Parker cleverly incorporated into just about every outfit in the Sex and the City movie is at Mint Julep. The original piece was a vintage find, but this belt by Streets Ahead is modeled after the very belt they used in the movie, so you'll be very SJP in this piece.

That's not all, we have it in purple too!
$154

Mintz & Sam's Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Lower East Side this Summer

#1 - Obviously, to shop the lovely Mint Julep for all your summer must-haves: a special occasion dress, flouncy frocks for the warm weather, the perfect handbag, a fabulous San Diego hat to keep the sun off your face while you're strolling in Central Park, or whatever other accessories your heart desires this season.

#2 - The food! Everyone knows that the Mint Julep girls love to eat. Visit the Lower East Side to visit some famous haunts. Get a pastrami sandwich at Katz's Deli on Ludlow (while you're there you can re-enact the famous scene from Harry Met Sally), then turn onto Houston and head to Russ & Daughters for the best pickle from a barrel in the city. For a star-studded meal, head over to Inoteca, a celeb hot spot, for some cheese plates and wine. Or stroll down to Moby's Teany for a scone and a "cowboy cookie."

#3 - The candy store!!! Anyone who has a sweet tooth must get themselves to the Economy Candy store on Rivington, where you will find all your favorite old fashioned candies. We stock up regularly on our favorite, Mint Juleps!

#4 - Get some culture at the Tenement Museum. Connect with your roots during one of their tours and buy yourself a souvenir at their gift shop.

#5 - The music scene. Ludlow Street loves musicians! Any night of the week you can listen to a live band down here on the Lower East Side. Stop by our favorite places - The Cake Shop or Piano's. While you're at the Cake Shop, snack on a vegan cupcake, or sit at the bar at Piano's and feast on a burger and fries.

#6 - Sangria Mondays at Tre! A Mintz & Sam tradition. Bring a friend and have a spaghetti-eatting contest next door to Mint Julep any Monday night. For $19, eat as much spaghetti as you can while drinking as much sangria as you can get down. YUM!!!

#7 - A cool haircut. Check out Tommy Guns, Pimps & Pinups (where our Christina Salerno often gets her bangs trimmed), Kropps & Bobbers, or any of the other salons on Ludlow. You'll be sure to leave with a super-cool do.

#8 - Happy Hour! The night goes late on the Lower East Side, but it sure starts out early! Check out some of our favorite places to get an evening cocktail for half the price. Try Verlaine for a lychee martini or Spitzer's for a beer and some delicious appetizers. You may run into Mintz and Sam at Schiller's sitting at the old-fashioned bar.

#9 - Sunday brunch! Head back to Tre for their unlimited champagne brunch or take your friends to Stanton Social to share some small plates. Try the Clinton Bakery when you want to leave the restaurant stuffed, or go to Spitzer's for some blackberry pancakes.

#10 - To find your own favorite places! Stop into the Julep and let us know if you have stumbled upon any hidden gems!

Big Buddha Woven Bags

As Seen in "People Magazine's Style Watch" Spring Issue-- The woven Taylor Bag in ALL four colors is finally here! The perfect size to carry all of your work, school, or day trip essentials while still looking fabulously stylish. And, don't worry about spills, dirt, or any natural elements taking a toll on your luxurious new bag-- Big Buddha bags are all faux leather and can be spot cleaned with water.

Dimensions: 13"x 16"x 4"

Features: woven design on front side,polka dot fabric lining, inside zippered pocket, deep side pockets, additional zipper pocket on back, magnetic closure

$84 -- that's right, so much style for under $100!

Available in store or online at www.shopmintjulep.com

Bon Voyage, Margot!

It's a sad day for the Julep girls (and customers!), our dear Margot has left us to follow her heart to Australia, but not without a proper send off! We had a lovely evening sharing our favorite Margot stories over pizza and beer at Cambridge 1 in Harvard Square.

We will miss you, Margot. Thank you so much for everything! xoxo

You can dress them up, but you can't take them out...

We love dressing up too, so come visit us and play dress up in our BIG closet. Rach and Cay are both wearing a beautiful silk dress by Corey Lynn Calter.

Moksha Moksha Moksha!

Check out these perfect summer scarves that have recently arrived at Mint Julep. Choose from a gorgeous selection of florals, each one more stunning than the next!

Every scarf is manufactured in the north of India near the foothills of the Himalayas at Moksha manufacturing units that specialize in the weaving and finishing of products made from the finest quality Australian wools, Chinese silks, as well as fine cottons and linens.

Plus these beauties are machine washable!

100% wool, $84.

Summer Fun Necklaces!

Just in time for a summer picnic we have ADORABLE charm necklaces from Lauren Spencer available in the Cambridge store. Whether the ice cream cone, hambuger, hot dog or watermelon slice, you will be set for summer fun with these cheeky necklaces. $20-$24

Lovely Lula

It was love at first sight when I saw these new adorable Lula clutches! Designer Angelica Cota uses soft crackled leather in a variety of bright colors that pop and adorns each with a metallic heart. Choose from Citron, Platinum, Black, Cobalt, or my favorite, the Berry pink. Each one makes a great wallet that will fit all your must-haves, but double it as a handbag when you hit the town and need that perfect clutch.

Each bag is 7" x 4" and features a snap closure, an assymetical flap, inside 5 credit card pockets, a coin compartment, multi-functional pockets and a checkbook pocket. $126.