Paxton1345

Last week, I received the softest, most adorable pair of boxer shorts, and I have had a hard time taking them off ever since.

preppy sleepwear

Westport Boxers c/o Paxton1345
Sadie Oxford, Vineyard Vines
Rope Bracelets, Kiel James Patrick

Paxton1345 is a new line of boxers for men & women, made in the U.S. of A and designed right here in Boston. Designer and founder Erin Cormier is not a nightgown girl, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t want her nightwear to be flattering! She has taken the comfiness of men’s boxers and tucked//trimmed//folded them down to look great on girls as well. My favorite part? The New England feel and pride behind them– each design is named after a local area, from Nantucket to Newport, Beantown to Brookline.

pink blue striped women's boxer shorts

I can guarantee I’ll be lounging around in these all summer, but until bare legs become a little more bearable, I’ve loved layering them over leggings!

jack wills sweatshirt

Bilton Hoodie, Jack Wills
Leggings, Anthropologie [similar]

If you’re in the area, I’m sure you’ve already seen the line popping up in local boutiques, but boxers can also be purchased online here for women and here for men (Valentine’s Day anyone??). My only tip: they are very tailored, so if you’re planning on wearing them loose and loungey, I would size up :)

paxton 1345 westport

Have I mentioned that I adore this brand?

Disclosure: I was provided a pair of boxers for review; all opinions expressed are my own.

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Introducing: Skiler Love

boston jewelry designer

Boston isn’t New York. Boston doesn’t try to be New York. But in all fairness, this city is home to a lot of local design talent, NY Fashion Week or no. I met with Alyssa Davis, designer behind Skiler Love, a recently launched jewelry line, and I am so excited to introduce you to her brand and invite you to her upcoming launch.

bangle bracelets

From bangles to body chains and charms to brooches, her newest collection, entitled Bohemian Luxe, is “one part vintage charm, a dose of modern simplicity and a stylish sized portion of individuality.” They are unique and feminine with just the right amount of edginess– and so very delicate. Plus, prices will range for just about all budgets. Take a look at some of my favorite pieces that will be available soon…!

skiler love boston jewelry

The Bohemian Luxe Collection will be available for purchase online starting October 1st, but all of my local readers are welcome to attend her Boston Fashion Week Launch Party and Fashion Show on September 30th at The Greatest Bar in Boston. Entry is free, just RSVP here!

boston fashion week 2012

Nancy’s Gone Green

As long as I’ve been in Boston, I’ve loved spending Sundays at the SoWa Open Market in the South End, and I’m so excited that an expansion of it, Greenway Open Market, is now open on Saturdays along the Rose Kennedy Greenway. At both of these outdoor set-ups, you can find the most adorable little eco-boutique, Nancy’s Gone Green.

Nancy and Mary, a mother-daughter team, opened Nancy’s Gone Green in 2008 with the hope to make our world a little bit more beautiful, every day. And beautiful, they make it. I would buy their entire stock of inventory if I could, from the eco-chic dressesskirtsshirts and more, to the fair trade and recycled jewelry and accessories. The best part is how affordable the products are– half under $50… how often do you see that in small boutiques??

eco-friendly Boston

Green and fair

eco-friendly belts

Jenny Krauss belts– each is one of a kind

Nancy's Gone Green

Casual, cocktail, and career dresses

eco-chic clothes

Possibly the softest fabric you will ever feel

Re:awakened

A skirt from Re:awakened, Nancy’s own vintage line

fruit skirt

Sweet vintage trims

nautical bracelets

Bracelets made from recycled driftwood

music ring

Hannah Naomi rings

Andean Collection

Andean Collection

mix and match bracelets

Pambil bracelets to mix and match

sari dress

A Silly Yeti dress– more on that tomorrow!

recycled saris

Made from recycled saris

Greenway Open Market is open every Saturday June through October, and SoWa is open every Sunday May through October. Though if you’re not in Boston, you can order everything found at their shop online here!

Handbag Wishlist

I introduced you all to Angela & Roi, a new online handbag boutique, back here, and today I’ve rounded up some more of my favorites… because at these prices it’s quite difficult to just stop at one!

Angela & Roi handbags

 

Clockwise from top:
Elaina Blue Stripe Shoulder, $48
Layla Shoulder Tote, $26
Emma Peach Pink Two-Zipped Mini, $42
Evelyn Orange Travel Tote, $68
Green Stripe Summer Shoulder, $22
Paige Yellow-Strapped Tote, $68
Vanessa Brown Cross-Body, $40
Sophia Pink Shoulder, $36
Navy Dot Shoulder, $52

And don’t forget! Angela & Roi is offering 20% off one handbag of your choice to so anthro readers!

As you check out, enter coupon code EMSA881 from now until October 30! They are also offering free shipping as a part of their launch promotion for all customers.

Angela & Roi (& Rain)

scarf shoulder bag

The only thing able to brighten up a rainy day Boston experienced last week was a new handbag on my shoulder. I’m so excited to introduce you to Angela & Roi, a debuting online handbag boutique, owned and operated by two college students just a little more interested in sharing their love of fashion + accessories with you than slaving away in the libraries of their Boston universities :)

scarf shoulder bag

Dress, J.Crew [similar]
Scarf Shoulder Bag c/o Angela & Roi
Pearls, vintage
Wrap bracelet, Presh
Wellies, Hunter

scarf handbag

I just adore my new scarf shoulder bag, and am seriously obsessing over all of the other cute shapes and styles their online boutique has to offer! At such affordable prices, I have a feeling this is going to be a tough shop to avoid…

scarf purse

Angela & Roi is offering 20% off one handbag of your choice to so anthro readers!

As you check out, enter coupon code EMSA881 from now until October 30! They are also offering free shipping as a part of their launch promotion for all customers.

Hunter Wellies

But really, what are you waiting for? Envelope clutches + irresistible patterns + darling shapes + dainty details await!

Reveal

Last month I had the wonderful opportunity to attend The Massachusetts College of Art and Design’s student fashion show: MassArt REVEAL. What a fun experience, especially since I was heavily involved in my college’s Fashion Society and fashion show once upon a time. The models [and designers] rocked it at the new Revere Hotel’s Space 57, where I got to sit front row with the sweetest Zoe of Fashion is Freedom! [I'm so spoiled.]

There are some seriously talented designers roaming around MassArt, and I’m so glad I got the chance to see such beautiful and unique designs so intimately. You can view more photos from the show on my Flickr!

Introducing: Savas Studios (and a giveaway!)

I am so excited to be sharing one of the best kept shopping secrets in Boston today– Savas Studios!

Half clothing boutique, half photography + makeup studio, this place seriously has it all. Owned by sisters Christine and Steph Savas (multitalented makeup artist/photographer/overall fashionistas), they carry a number of local designers (which I LOVE + appreciate), plus ones from California, New York, London… and you all know how I feel about British fashion.

Coolest little extra? They offer feather hair extensions that they’ll put in for you!

Really funky + feminine + fun, this shop has awesome price points and I really cannot get enough of it. So Boston friends get over there soon and everyone else, get entering!

Giveaway…!

One winner will receive this ring + bracelet set and 50% off their next purchase at Savas Studios. Even if you are not local, you can pick out an item from online and they will ship!

Savas Studios is also offering 15% off to anyone who mentions my blog! 

Mandatory entry:
Be a follower of so anthro (via Bloglovin‘, Google Reader, whatever you prefer!) + visit Savas Studios’s website and leave me a comment letting us know what your favorite current item in store is (they also carry men’s!).
[update: products can also be found here if your browser does not support the site]

Additional entries (leave a comment for each please):

Like Savas Studios on Facebook
Follow @SavasStudios on Twitter
Follow @emilygeaman on Twitter
Follow Savas Studios on Tumblr Tweet or blog about this giveaway (and send me the link!)

Leave your email in the comments so I know how to contact the winner! Giveaway runs until Friday, May 25, 11:59 PM EST. Please note that we can only ship to U.S. mailing addresses.

And biggest disclaimer of all: I received no compensation for this. The store is a fantastic little hidden treasure of Boston that I genuinely love!

Kaylas OOTD courtesy of Savas…
All pieces available in store! 

We’ll be featuring by OOTDs all week, so keep checking back!