Pretty, pretty dresses!

Nanette Lepore!

Milly!

Shoshanna!

Shoshanna!

Milly!

We have TONS of stunning dresses right now, so come on in and see our selection of lovely frocks to casual sundresses. Above are just a few to tempt you....

Pictures from the Plenty by Tracy Reese and Plenty Frock! Trunkshow

Shoppers combing the racks for amazing Plenty and Plenty Frock! styles...

So pretty, right?

Some Mint Julep shopgirls gearing up for the big night! Note Brooke's dress!

A Very Fair Stylish Warning.

Spring is coming here in Boston...its finally unavoidably true.

We all know that the age-old saying: "April showers bring May flowers" is especially true in this New England town. What with the melting temperatures, the beautiful, overabundance of snow will very soon (I hear perhaps even tomorrow...boo) turn into rain, lots and lots of rain. And anyone who has spent a summer here also knows that the rain doesn't really just end with beautiful May flowers (like the gorgeous tulips down Harvard Street in Brookline) but sticks around and makes sure to keep us cool in the summer.

So, on such a sunshine-y day Rachel and I were very pleased here in Cambridge to receive our first shipment of Marimekko umbrellas for these rainy days ahead! Take a look at some of the styles below:::




Marimekko is a really amazing Finnish design company that has basically, like many Scandinavian companies, created a lifestyle with their cute products. The company started in the early fifties as a textile business (think bed linens and dresses that style icon Jackie O made famous) where the owners asked their artist friends to print interesting graphic designs on their textiles in order to show how the cloth could be used. Marimekko pop prints are really associated with the 1960's when the demand and popularity of their styles rose. They also produce all of the bedding for aesthetically pleasing housewares company Crate and Barrel.

So, I think I would like to propose a change in that old saying for now: Spring Showers Bring Marimekko umbrellas! And...needless to say, we can't wait to open up these bright and colorful pop prints on a drizzly Spring day in Boston!

Plenty by Tracy Reese and Plenty Frock! Trunk Show!

Click on the image above to see an enlarged version of the cutest invite ever!

Here are the details:

Plenty by Tracy Reese and Plenty Frock! Trunk Show!
Mint Julep - Harvard Square
Tuesday, March 24th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

For one night only, we will have the entire 2009 Spring collections at 30% off!

The Chords... Live at Mint Julep!

Boston University's Chordially Yours performs at Mint Julep for a captive audience.

Our Cay! She's amazing.

The Chords!

The Mint Julep Girls (and Alex!) arrive for the show.

Celebrity News and a Special Offer from our Sister Store

It's always fun to share good news, so I just have to tell all of you faithful blog readers that Julia Roberts bought up a storm at our sister store, Bundle, last week! I know Bundle, so I can promise you that little Hazel is going to be looking quite adorable this spring. Now we need Julia to find her way to the Lower East Side for some cute duds for herself at Mint Julep!

Bundle has just launched an online store, and they have offered Mint Julep customers a discount. Just enter "julep" at the checkout and save 20% on the cutest gifts and clothing for your stylish little ones. Very cool! Check it out!

www.bundlenyc.com

Markdowns!

RW has just marked things down yet again in MJ Cambridge. We've got Shoshanna holiday dresses starting at $98 and a sweater bin with cashmere pieces starting at $60! There are many more goodies to be found so hurry in; these gems won't last long!

JOJO LOVES YOU!

MJ is sparkling with all the awesome new Jojo jewelry. Big funky bracelets, colorful fun spring necklaces, and new pearl bling to mention a few! They are a great way to brighten up your dull winter outfits and transition into spring! Here's a sneak peak!

VELVET!

SG was so happy today when she skipped into MJHS! Meredith had just unpacked the most GORGEOUS velvet dresses! They have EMBELLISHMENT! I am including a picture of just one of them. The other, a to- the- floor, black number with red and silver beads at the collar must be seen to be believed! Even though SG is not very tall, I think I have to have it!

Leave it to the Swedes...

This spring, go crazy for Odd Molly!

Swedish Odd Molly mixes intricate patterns with girly details such as frills, embroidery, ruffles and bows. Season after season, the creative team of designers showcases looks that are fun to show off and easy to wear. It’s no wonder they have won several international design awards.

Check out our online shop to view all the styles we have in store, but here’s a sampling of my faves…

Best of New York!

We may be a little new in town, but Mint Julep is certainly making its mark here in the Big Apple. Today we were featured in New York Magazine for "Best Summer Dresses."

Read on! And of course stop by the shop to see just what earned us this title. You'll love all the new colorful garb that has arrived for spring.

http://nymag.com/bestofny/shopping/2009/summer-dresses/

Crazy red pens...

Attention Mint Julep shoppers! This is your final call for the best and most stylish bargains EVER. That's right, I'm taking my red pen to the prices again today for one final markdown.

Jackets, sweaters, skirts, shirts and dresses galore all at least 50% off, but in many cases, 75% - 80% off.

The way things look outside, you'll have plenty of time to wear your fabulous new winter fashions. Ok, back to shoveling!

A Cappella Event!

Mint Julep Brookline will be hosting Boston University's finest female a cappella group, Chordially Yours, Tuesday March 3rd, for a night of singing, shopping and snacking!


A little biographical info... Over the past decade, 'Chords' has made itself a presence in the performance contingent of Boston University and in the general a cappella world. Each year, Chords competes in various national competitions such as the International Championship for Collegiate A Cappella, and Fanuiel Hall Fall A Cappella Fest in which they won 2nd place overall in 2007. Chords has performed for numerous organizations such as the American Red Cross Association and the Berkelee College of Music's Composers society. The girls of Chordially Yours personally arrange each song they perform, and recently received recognition for the piece, Hide and Seek (Imogen Heap), for which they were awarded Best Arrangement in the semi-finals of ICCAs 2007. Chords enjoys performing all over the Northeast and organizing charity events, most recently the girls collaborated with local performance groups to raise funds for Boston University's Making Music Program, Cross-Cultural Solutions and a hospital in Uganda. Pick up a copy of Chordially Yours' latest album, Acapocalypse, or go online: people.bu.edu/chords for Chords updates! The girls of Chordially Yours give a special thanks to the Julep gals for hosting this fabulous event!

P.S. - Chordially Yours' President is one of our very own Julep Gals - Cayla!

Stop by for some music and mingling!

Mint Julep LES Does Fashion Week!

Last week the MJ girls of Ludlow Street got to hit Bryant Park for the Tibi Fashion Show. Thanks to our lovely rep at Tibi, Carly, we got a sneak peak at the newest Tibi designs and had the privilege of mingling with the fashion week crowd! Take a look at some of our snapshots!


Here is Steph, Brooke, Carly, Sam and me after the runway show... Looking pretty in our favorite Tibi garb.

Mint Julep's Online Store Expands to Clothing!

Free People!



Tibi!



Kensie!



Plenty by Tracy Reese!



Shoshanna!

All your favorite designers online at www.shopmintjulep.com! That's right, faithful blog readers, you heard it here first.... Mint Julep fans near and far can now browse our lovely dresses and tops online! We're adding more styles every single day, so check back often to see what's new and exciting at www.shopmintjulep.com!

More Orla Kiely for Spring!

Book Bag in Small Cross Hatch Stem Print in Lichen



Book Bag in Small Cross Hatch Stem Print in Nutmeg



Classic Shoulder Bag in Small Cross Hatch Stem Print in Heather





Big Zip Wallet in Small Cross Hatch Stem Print in Heather


Orla Kiely's super popular bags are the perfect thing to brighten up your wardrobe and get you in the mood for spring!

All of the styles above are available in all three colors: lichen, heather and nutmeg. Available in stores and online.

New Orla Kiely! Juicy, Juicy, Juicy...

Classic Shoulder Bag in Pear Print Indigo



Book Bag Pear Print in Dandilon



Classic Shoulder Bag Pear Print in Raspberry

Orla Kiely fans, we have all both styles in all three colors available for purchase in stores and online. Come and get 'em!

Happy Valentine's Day from Mint Julep!

That's right, faithful blog readers, we're having a big sale today and tomorrow in honor of the Day of LOVE. Come on down to your favorite Mint Julep location and take 25% off your entire purchase, including sale items.

We love you!

XOXOX

We Heart Helena de Natalio Bags!

These beautiful bags are handmade of super soft leather in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Helen got her inspiration from her experience in the Peace Corps in Natalio, Paraguay. We have several beautiful bags to choose from. Here are a couple.....!

Tolani Scarves....To Be Continued

Hello!

It is Steph here from my couch in NYC (it sure is a glamorous life I lead--ha!) We are anxiously awaiting the arrival of our Tolani scarves on the Lower East Side and in Brookline. You Cambridge girls sure are lucky to have them already at your fingertips! At 100% viscose these scarves are light enough to be worn in the spring and summer but also add fashion and warmth in the winter--especially for those of you who don't like scratchy wool near your face.

Anyway, I wanted to share a little story about how we found these stunning new scarves. In November, Brooke and I surprised Hillary Olk Dutcher (formerly of designsbyhillary) for her birthday at her new house in St.Louis. Not only did we get to spend the weekend with our dear friend but we got to shop at her newly re-opened Ivy Hill Boutique! Check out Hill's gorgeous store website at:

www.ivyhillboutique.com.

Ivy Hill is absolutely breathtaking and B and I took our sweet time savoring every single nook and cranny of the shop while of course buying up a storm! Let's just say the Nist and Garber women (and assorted friends) had a very Ivy Hill Christmas and they couldn't have been happier! I picked out a Tolani zig zag scarf for my mom and she just loved it. She was beaming when she wore it out the day after Christmas. As for me, I was sad because I didn't have one of my own! Thanks for introducing us to these fabulous new scarves Hill! You sure did learn from the best!

xoxo