Today in Brookline: Have a Heart Extravaganza!

Today, the Brookline Rotary Club is sponsoring “Have a Heart: A Chocolate Extravaganza” from 12:00 to 3:00pm at the Brookline Holiday Inn located at 1200 Beacon Street to benefit Brookline Emergency Food Pantry!

Twenty vendors will be showcasing their best chocolate food and drink samples for alongside live music, and a Silent Auction featuring Red Sox tickets, gift certificates and other items!

If you cannot attend this event, feel free to contribute to the Food Pantry in our Brookline store by purchasing a gourmet gumball from our famous gumball machine!

ABOUT THE BROOKLINE EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRY:

St. Paul's Church hosts the Brookline Emergency Food Pantry. Food and money are donated by Brookline communities of faith and organizations such as the Rotary Club, the Coolidge Corner Merchants Association, and the letter carriers. Needed items include cereal, pasta sauce, soups, canned meats, tuna fish, canned vegetables and fruit, and toiletries. Funds to purchase these items are always welcome. Volunteers are always needed.

The pantry is open 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday and Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. every week.

The number of visits to the pantry by individuals and families in need of supplementary free food continues to increase—from under 1000 in ‘02 to over 2000 in ‘05 to almost 2700 during this past year. In particular, there has been a marked increase in families with children using the pantry. For more information, please check out the Food Pantry's website:

http://www.stpaulsbrookline.org/ministries/mission-a-outreach/brookline-emergency-food-pantry.html

JoJo Loves...Juleps!

Thank you, Jo Jo, for your thoughtful Valentine's Day treat! We're nibbling on these sugary sweets while admiring our fully stocked tray of Bling, Baby Bling, Party Bling, Mega Bling and even more bejeweled goodies! Great gifts for girlfriends for the big V-Day...or even for yourself :)

xo Cay

Neighborly Love!

Our friends over at Finale just dropped off this little mid-morning treat...Much more appealing than my usual cup of yogurt...Stop by Finale for something sweet the next time you come into the Brookline Julep - and tell them we sent you!!

I Smell Spring!

We just got a luscious new batch of Aunt Sadie's Candles in the store!
From Ocean in sailor stripes to Daffodils and Rosemary, spring smells just around the corner.

Heavenly!
XOXO

Sammy Ethiopian Scarves!

These beautiful handwoven Sammy scarves have traveled all the way from Ethopia to the shelves of Mint Julep! Lightweight and multi-colored, they fit right in with our fabulous bright Spring collections.

Choose from the thin-striped style ($78, pictured above) or the larger striped version ($74).

New Spring Orla Kiely!

We just received a huge batch of Orla Kiely Spring Bags! All your favorite styles- the Midi Sling, Classic Shoulder, Large Tote, and many more! New to Mint Julep is the Betty Bag and the Baby Betty Bag, both available in the Summer Flower Print in Tomato and the Summer Flower Print in Mustard, and also the Dorothy Tote (not pictured).

Check out these fabulous laptop bags. Made from Orla's signature matte laminated exterior, they'll keep your comp nice and dry on these snowy days.

And if the snowstorms in the Northeast haven't been enough to get you itching for your next vacation, check out the new Orla Kiely SUITCASES that just rolled in!

Stop by any of our locations to check out the entire collection for yourself! There are tons of new styles to choose from-- it'll be hard to choose your favorite. Any of them make a great gift for the Orla Kiely lovers in your life or are just a sweet little something to perk up a grey winter day.

Happy Shopping!

Orla Kiely BIG TIME Sale !

all of these beauties are on sale for $88! visit us today and swoop up your fav ! xo shg

Love Is in the Air

Valentine's Day is knocking on January's door at MJ! This year, stock up on some thoughtful gifts for the most loyal loves-of-your-life: your girlfriends!! Nothing chases away 'Cupid's blues' like donning a daring color of Hanky Pankys mid-winter ($18). Pucker up with Fada's Pouting Lip Cocktail Ring ($18), to attract some much-deserved attention... For that special sweetheart, an original Candy Heart Necklace from Hannah Blount Jewelry, with the playful phrases: "BE MINE" "LOVE" and "XOXO" in gold and silver ($76). Bring out your sophisticated seductress in these heart-shaped vintage Pistachio studs - only $26! And for yourself, add a pair of Jo Jo's bling to any outfit and perhaps spark up an old flame ($32)...

xoxo Cay <3>

new arrival of an old favorite

Metal Monk

"vintage" studs.

$30 at mjhs xoxo

Nothing beats the snow quite like....

an even BIGGER

cambridge and brookline have marked down prices even more ! it's too good to be true! come in and see for yourself. xoxo shg

Hannah's How-To: Dress Up Your Winter Whites!

Once a week, I will be updating the blog with a new "how-to" of our favorite topic: fashion!

I will be addressing all of those frequently asked questions from our customers, whether it's how to wear the freshest color of the season, how to wear a funky new style, or just how to mix and match what's in your wardrobe.

Today Marissa and I have been discussing our new favorite color: winter white! What an appropriate topic for this gorgeous snowy day here in Cambridge.

Here is Shoshanna's Ruffle Cami Dress in Ivory- gorgeous! I matched it with some fabulous golds, like this stunning Jo Jo Three Strand Necklace in Pyrite and Taolei's Art Deco Earrings with Clear Quartz. What's best is this wild Lauren Merkin clutch- the Diana Textured Snake Envelope in Brown Zebra print.

Casual it up with this Free People Solid Wildflower Button Down blouse- perfect to use as a summer cardigan, but great right around this time of year as well. I added some sparkle with Pistachio's Pin Necklace, and a flash of color with Alternative Apparel's Violet Burnout Tank. Pair it with some comfy denim, like these Citizen of Humanity Avas in Faith. Finally- every girl needs a fab bag, regardless of where she is going. And what says "I'm dreaming of spring" like JPK Paris' rad Jockey Large Spark Bag in Grass?

Here is Tibi's Silk Draped Dress in Cream. Such a sophisticated number! It's cold out, so I put it with this cozy wool Moksha scarf in Sea Grass. I added some color with Abas' Cylinder Clutch in Purple and Jo Jo's Stretch Crystal Bracelet. Such a dreamy combo!

Hope you have enjoyed perusing my thoughts on lovely winter whites. Enjoy!

XOXO Hannah

hannah and sg's globe fashion favorites....

trying to contain myself....

this JUST arrived in HARVARD SQUARE! TIBI! STUNNING! COME SEE IT! (and make the cold go away...)

oh resort dress... where shall i wear you?

we can always count on shoshanna to jump start our winter getaway wishes...
this stunner is in our harvard square store.
now, i just need to be transported here:

It's LOVE.

Countdown to Valentine's Day... T - ONE MONTH! Who doesn't love a holiday based around chocolate, flowers, and presents?!

Ladies, send your sweeties (or your best friends) over to Mint Julep to get their hands on one of these darling "candy heart" necklaces handmade by Mint Julep's own Hannah Blount. Each heart is hand-stamped and comes on an 18" chain. Choose between gold vermeil ($96) and sterling silver ($76).

Visit Hannah's website: www.hannahblount.com to see her complete collections and read her blog. Better yet, stop in and meet the designer herself!

A Burst of Sunshine!

Resort season is upon us here at Mint Julep and we are oh-so thankful for all the bright colors that are splashing our racks. This season, dare to wear this unusual shade of citrus! We love the glamorous one-shoulder dresses flaunted by SJP and Scarlett Johannsen above, so we were squealing when this cheerful Max and Cleo "Sunflower" dress arrived. The chiffon trim is girly and sturdy folds of fabric are luxurious. If, however, you're not in the market for a dress as such, try out this reliable 525 America button-down cotton cardigan in the same shade we are loving.

We are getting more resort-wear in everyday, so stop by soon to brighten up your wardrobe!

Annual Winter Sale Starts Today!

Our HUGE annual winter sale starts TODAY! Take 25 - 75% off Fall & Winter collections from your favorite designers.

Happy Shopping!

Happy 2011!

Happy New Year from all of us at Mint Julep!

XOXO

and BTW....

TREE IN A CAN IS BACK IN STOCK! HOORAY!

Get into the Spirit at Mint Julep!

Gear up for the holidays at Mint Julep! We have everything you need to be prepared this year when the 25th rolls around. This black and gold Glam dress is perfect for a holiday party with friends. What says "holiday season" like sparkles??

If all the glitz isn't quite your style, try this adorable Corey Lynn Calter lip sweater... So festive in red and white stripes!

For your travels this year, bring along to your hostess' home a pine-scented Aunt Sadie's "Tree-in-a-Can" candle. Or if you're lucky enough to play host, treat yourself to one! It will leave your entire home smelling delicious, even if you don't have a real Christmas tree anywhere in sight.

Lastly, a gift certificate always makes a great gift for your friends and fellow Julep shoppers. It can be used in any location, including our online shop! (*For you last minute shoppers, gift certificates are super easy to purchase online and will be delivered directly to the recipient's email soon after you place your order-- it couldn't be easier!)

For more holiday ideas, stop into your favorite Mint Julep location!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

XOXO

Marissa