Happy Memorial Day!

Looking for a new cute outfit for your Memorial Day festivities? Try one of these new cute Free People skirts. Mix and match by wearing a fun colorful tank or pair it with your favorite basic tee for a cute outfit no matter where the holiday weekend takes you!

Leaping for Lavender!

So yesterday was my day off, and in typical girly fashion, my roommates and I went to get our nails done. I usually stay to the warm pinks and subtle nude tones...but in an inspired moment of complete adventure, I grabbed the latest pastel from O.P.I.'s summer collection, called "Rumples Wiggin"...A bright lavendar tone with a cool pink glow. Today, while unpacking the latest goodies from the Mint Julep mailman, I'm finding that pretty purple everywhere...

Here is my fresh mani, the perfect compliment to my new vintage cocktail ring from Pistachio!

This fabulous frock arrived from Milly today...a handmade necklace holds the halter up!

From JPK Paris, the basic bucket bag in a lovely shade of lavender:

An assortment of our basic tees from Velvet, LA Made, Splendid and Alternative Apparel. Perfect for summer layering!

Aunt Sadie's subtle scent for a fresh springtime smell:

And finally, JoJo of Boston's painted shell necklace in a vibrant hue!


Stop in soon to get your own purple pieces wrapped up in a little lavender bag :)
xoxo Cay

Chords Love Julep Dresses!

Pictured here are the recent graduates of BU's Chordially Yours, wearing some real stunners from Mint Julep! Featured designers include Tibi, Max + Cleo, Corey Lynn Calter, and Shoshanna! Stop in today to scoop up the last of these lookers!

Cheers to Mercedez Salazar!

Wait 'til you see these new HANDMADE Mercedez Salazar woven bracelets! Shipped to Mint Julep all the way from Colombia, they are a perfect summer accessory. Wear one on its own or create your own unique stack!

Smallest: $26
Medium: $32
Largest: $36

Dessert fit for a true Mint Julep girl!

With all the sunshine we've been having and Memorial Day just around the corner, it looks like it's time to pull out the recipe for my very favorite summertime dessert!

Ingredients:
20 oreo cookies (40 halves), fillings discarded, cookies crushed
5 Tbsp butter, melted
3/4 cup hot milk
24 large marshmallows
1/4 cup creme de menthe liqueur
2 tablespoons white creme de cacao
1 cup whipping cream, whipped
Optional: A drop or two of green food dye

Steps:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, mix crushed oreo cookie halves and butter. Pat into bottom and sides of 10 inch pie dish. Bake in oven for 5 to 10 minutes; remove from oven and cool completely. Once cooled, place in freezer to chill.
2. In saucepan, melt marshmallows in milk over medium heat. Remove from heat and cool. Add creme de menthe and creme de cacao, and mix well. Add a drop or two of green food dye if desired. Fold in whipped cream. Pour into chilled pie shell. Freeze for 3 or 4 hours.

Serves 8. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy!

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood...

...and that's no lie! Check out these pics from Mint Julep's outpost on Ludlow Street in NY's Lower East Side.

As you can see, we have tons of new summer dresses for the warm weather. Things have finally warmed up in both Boston and NYC. Come celebrate summer with us, MJ style!

Mint Julep makes the Globe!

Featured in Boston Globe magazine today, our own Brooke Garber explains why the little black dress is an essential part of every woman's wardrobe:

Coco Chanel is truly the patron saint of evening wear. “The little black dress is never out of style, universally flattering, and can be worn any season,” says Brooke Garber, co-owner of the inviting Mint Julep boutiques in Brookline and Harvard Square. Current LBD updates include inventive necklines, marked pleating, and subtle appliques. “Cap sleeves are also popular for more religious weddings,” adds Garber, who recommends colorful or metallic accessories for a lighter look in the summer. As seen here around town, women are always happy to go black and forth.

Stop into your favorite Mint Julep location to scope out your own go-to little black dress!

Pictured above:
Nanette Lepore Knot-So-Fast Dress
L.A. Made Tia Ruffle Dress
Tibi Grande Sol Beaded Dress

Great Juleps Think Alike!

Happy Saturday from Rebecca and Marissa, here in our Brookline shop. Stop in and say hello!

there's a little black spot on the sun today...

sunglasses have arrived! and we are STOCKED with styles! fear not, we'll help you decide which look is best for your face. $20 later and you have a whole new style...

Teeny House Bunny, we love you!

Mint Julep is proud to introduce the darling line Teeny House Bunny!

These hand-crafted pieces are made with love by our own Robin Reetz! Each item is lovelier than the next. The organza floral earrings are accented with a sweet little freshwater pearl for a feminine, pretty look. They come in a variety of colors-- the pictured peach and grey, as well as teal, white, black and bright magenta. The shimmering pyrite chunk necklace and earrings are so very chic- what a great alternative to pearls!

And have you ever seen anything cuter than the tea set hair pins??

Check out Teeny House Bunny's website to learn more about the company:
www.teenyhousebunny.com

Short and Sweet!

Despite the chilly bout of weather that New England has faced these past few days, the sun is sure to be shining soon. Head on over to Mint Julep to get first dibbs on our selection of shorts by Free People, Joe's Jeans, and more. We've got florals, stripes, exposed zippers, solids... No matter what you're style, there's surely something that will strike your fancy.

A Summer Must-Have!

Just in time for Mother's Day, these new clutches by Straw Studios are the perfect accessory for the summer. Bright and colorful, they are fun-to-wear, eye-catching pieces that any gal is sure to love. Plus, at only $24, they make a great gift that you won't feel guilty buying for yourself as well!

Stock Up On Summer Dresses at MJ Online!

We've just finished adding a few pieces to our online shop! Stop by and check them out, and keep looking throughout the next couple of days as more styles are added!

Here's a sample of what's available...

Spotted!

Doesn't Lauren Conrad look just lovely in this little Nanette Lepore frock?

She looks like she could have stepped right out of Mint Julep! Or ordered with us online perhaps?

MayFair is Tomorrow!

One of Mint Julep's favorite days of the whole year.... MayFair! Come visit us, eat some kettlecorn and enjoy the festivities!

The 27th Annual MayFair in Harvard Square features six stages of live entertainment: The Main Stage in the Super Crosswalk featuring “The Emerging America Parade – A Moving Festival,” A charity Hair-Cut-A-Thon, Chalk on the Walk; A Dance Stage; Roaming Railroad Train Rides; A Harvard Student Activities Festival, Hot Air Balloon Rides with donations to charity, Beer Gardens; and two-hundred thousand happy people.

Sunday, May 2nd 2010 from Noon until 6:00pm.
(Rain date – Sunday, May 16th 2010)

For a complete schedule of activites:

http://www.harvardsquare.com/Home/Articles/27th-Annual-MayFair-in-Harvard-Square.aspx

New Jo Jo Jewelry!

These new Jo Jo necklaces are perfect statement pieces to pair with your favorite summer dresses or even just a simple tee and jeans. Each one is more stunning than the next. We've all gone ga-ga over the agate and gold chain necklaces and have fallen in love with the ribbed gold choker.




How beautiful is the hot pink dyed turquoise strand?

Stop into the shop and try them out for yourself!

Yarnz Linen Scarves - Now Available Online!

As much as we love our cashmere Yarnz scarves, the idea of wearing them during the warm weather months is too much to much to bare.

Luckily, Yarnz came up with the perfect solution: scarves that are just as beautiful and wearable as their cashmere variety, but in linen.

These have been a hit in our stores so far, and now they're available online.





Check 'em out today!

Summer Comes Early for MJ Ludlow

Unless you're out of the city (or just haven't been outside), you no doubt have heard the news that summer has already begun to show its sunny face! With temperatures soaring through the '80s and even into the '90s, it's clear that it's going to be a long, hot, summery season - and we couldn't be happier.

Just to get you started, we've got loads of super thin and super comfy tanks and dresses from brands like 39 SIXTYONE, Alternative Apparel, and LA Made.

If you're looking to dress things up a bit, check out our lovely summer dresses with new selections from Free People, Shoshanna, and Max + Cleo.

No matter what style (or season) you're dressing for, MJ has got you covered. Step into Mint Julep, and step into summer!

Tick Tock

After many years of requests... MJ is happily selling watches. Made by Fornash, out of DC, these bright colors are perfect arm candy. xoxo shg

Attention Avid Bloggers!

Today, our very own Brookline manager, Rachel Kiichli, imparts her fashion advice on the readers of the popular fashion blog, Style Boston! If you haven't yet explored the entries of Boston's authority on fashion and design, peruse the anecdotal paragraphs of Ms. Kiichli's blog submission -- or come into one of our locations for a personal consultation!

Find her style tips here:
http://blog.styleboston.tv/

xoxo
Cayla

Mint Julep Goes Top Secret

Shh- but look what we just got in! This Top Secret undercover bodywear will be just great under Mint Julep's fantastic dress collection. Easy, comfortable, and engineered to perfection, these bras will surely make your life a little easier.
Try the Tiny Tube or the Prop Top for flattering, invisible support.

Stop into any of the Mint Juleps to see for yourself!

XOXO

It's Another Spring Saturday...

...and really, is it not the best time to shop? Both NYC and Boston may be chilly today, but get in the spring spirit by checking out our warm-weather goods.

Treat yourself to some Tibi, a little Plenty, and maybe throw in some Beth Bowley for good measure.


Hope to see you soon!