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April 28, 2008

panty raid sale! - as seen in time out

As seen in Time Out New York:

"Azaleas Panty Raid sale

Azaleas

223 E 10th St (between First and Second Aves)
East Village | Map

212-253-5484

Subway: L to First Ave, 6 to Astor Pl. | Directions
Description

You actually are allowed to buy new knickers for reasons besides putting off laundry day. Gather up some balconette bras from Cosabella with lace detail, halved to $44 from $88, or grab a handful of Princesse Tam Tam ruffled hipster panties, snipped from $55 to $25. You may even find yourself looking forward to sorting out your unmentionables."

panty raid sale!

it's on!

the long anticipated panty raid sale is back

starts Monday, the 28th

belabumbum, cosabella, huit, princesse tam tam and more

at 30-60% off


store hours: m-sa 12-8 pm; su 12-6pm

hurry in! this sale is covered in timeout, new york mag, and the village voice

 

April 25, 2008

drunken texts

so my awesome iphone has this awesome feature where it captures all of my text conversations from the past.

here are some of the drunken text messages i've gotten:

CONVO 1

"foot have key can you call pete j a s not pickigoi up" = forgot my keys, can you call pete. jasper's not picking up his phone?

CONVO 2

"whad are net?" = where are you?
followed moments later by
"is there food there"

CONVO 3

H3: Am on fourth glass of wine and champagne but totally sober think am drinking non alcy
ME: have you tried standing yet?
H3: I did am on vodka now so i will be good and toasted come now please
ME: I'll text you in a bit
H3: :-(
H3: Are you abandoning me?
ME: WE
H3: :-( ok

This is H3's husband. He meant to text his wife and texted me
"I'm almost home. Please be careful. I love you!"

CONVO 4
"Bali wah sul ma shi ja" = this is Korean for "hurry up, let's drink"


CONVO 5
"You better get your turtle shell ready!" = husband's coming home drunk so better pretend to be sleeping so he doesn't bother me...


April 24, 2008

cindy's hot 10 - spring dresses galore

cindy's hot 10 - spring dresses galore
check out our latest selection of dresses...

skin wrap robe

"Argento" Mod Mini Dress
by Bailey 44

The picture says it all! This adorable minidress is something dreamt up from the past about what we'd be wearing in the future. Silver jacquard-like, textured mini mod dress with pockets. Beam me up, Scotty!

house of spy gabby

"Gabby" Bubble Dress w/ Removable Strap
by House of Spy

Start the season right with this 70% silk / 30% cotton blend bubble dress. Swiss dot fabric and removable neck strap.

Note: This dress runs a little big so we recommend ordering a size down.

Click here to view a shot of the back
.

iwona ludyga lola

"Lola" Ruffle Dress
by Iwona Ludyga

Who says you have to wait to wear white?

This just puts me in the spring mood. Empire waist dress with ruffle neck and sleeves. Ties in the back; functional pockets. Buttons at neckline.

Cotton linen blend. Wash with like colors.

jenny han wood neck dress

Printed Dress with Wooden Beads
by Jenny Han

Ring in the warm days with this minidress (hits right above the knee) in a graphic print. Wooden beads adorn the neckline. V neckline in back, too. Silk.

lisa curran caftan

"Vintage Floral" Caftan Dress
by Lisa Curran

100% cotton caftan dress in a print that matches back to the "Vintage Garden" Halter Bikini Set.

3/4 length sleeves with ties at the cuffs and deep v neck line.

Dry clean or hand wash cold.

rachel pally colorblock dress

Colorblock Dress
by Rachel Pally

Color blocks are everywhere this season. Make sure to snag this piece: a mini tank dress from Rachel Pally in sunny yellow blocked with cobalt and iris.

soundgirl chiara dress

"Chiara" Spring Dress
by Soundgirl

This lightweight empire waist Soundgirl dress has a black and aqua Jackson Pollock-ish splatter print.

The front of the dress features five wooden buttons and is complemented by a crisscross tie back. The foldover cuffs on the bust have a Swiss dots.


Wendy Glez Ella Chemise

"Ella" Cotton Chemise / Dress
by Wendy Glez

This dress is seriously cute, seriously. The white eyelet detail is spot on with this season's trends. The knee-length chemise with swiss dots and embroidered lace embodies any girl's idea of summer time attire. Ties at bust.

house of spy marigold

"Marigold" Dress
by House of Spy

The best-selling style last fall, the Marigold returns this season in a light-weight viscose fabric. Black with contrasting white piping.

Once you slip this tailored, slender dress on you'll feel pretty all day at work and at dinner. The white trim adds a touch of novelty that enhances the sweetness of the dress to pure perfection.

rachel pally knotback minidress

Sleeveless Knotback Minidress
by Rachel Pally

Wear it dressed up as a minidress with heels or dressed down as a top with jeans.

This stunning dress returns this season with some updated details. Now, it's double lined at the bottom for extra coverage. Also the sexy split back is equally elegant because of the bow details.



April 21, 2008

As seen in Sports Illustrated

The Melissa Odabash Miami suit.


Click here to buy.

As seen in Lucky

As seen in...


These suits will be in stock this later this month:

The Lisa Lozano Hampton Suit

Click here to buy.

The Vix St. Barth's Suit

Azaleas in Tribeca Film Festival Guide


"Azaleas

Stylish jewelry and sexy shoes can be found at this hip shop, but most of owner Cindy Kahng's customers come for the highly covetable lingerie. Dainty numbers on the racks, begging to be taken home, include designs by Clo and Brooklyn label the Lake and Stars, as well as Brit knicker maker Damaris. 223 East 10th St, 212-253-5484"


as seen in the American Express Tribeca Film Festival 2008 Guide Book:


Thanks!

April 17, 2008

azaleas on d~luxelist

"Keep Me Kate Pant and Levy Tee

I am the loungewear queen. And when I get hooked on a designer that specializes in the stylish variety of these comfy wardrobe essentials, it's a given that I will wear said pieces to yoga, Whole Foods, for walks on the beach and anywhere else I can get away with it. Today I plan to spend the day in the supremely comfortable Kate pant and Levy top from Keep Me. With the tag line "keep me close, keep me cozy, keep me company," it's obvious this casual loungewear collex was made for my laid-back lifestyle. Designers and Malibu transplants Ali Kay and Anne des Barres were introduced by fashion legend Diane Von Furstenberg a few years ago. (Kay is in for a lifetime of fashion happiness, as she is now engaged to Diane’s son, Alex.) Ali and Anne have managed to create an uber-luxe line of stylish basics, based on flattering shapes and silhouettes made with incredibly soft fabric. They cover all the essentials with bras, undies, jumpers, tanks, tees, nighties and lounge pants. I can't take all the credit for being an early enthusiast of the line... Jessica Alba, Jennifer Aniston, Courtney Cox, and Kate Beckinsale are also fans. Buy the Keep Me Kate pant at MadisonLosAngeles.com and the Levy top at AzaleasNYC.com"

As seen on d~luxelist

bikinis & daquiris newsletter # 1 - bandeaus

Azaleas Bikini & Daquiris Newsletter 1 - Bandeau Tops

check out our latest selection of bandeau styles...
bandeau tops are great for tanning since most of them come with removable straps.
they used to be reserved for our gal pals with smaller chests, but now most bandeaus come with boning
on the side or hidden underwire so they'll tuck you in and flatter all shapes.

brette sandler maggie melissa odabash olivia brette sandler kacie
syla ava bandeau nina v vix kenya bikini chio bandeau bikini
azaleas
223 e 10th street
212-253-5484
www.azaleasnyc.com

April 16, 2008

as seen in seventeen

The editors were also enamored by this cute denim dress. At $68.00, who wouldn't be? Click here to buy.




April 15, 2008

soho house event

azaleas participated at a Ladies Night event at the (in)famous Soho House last night. We took a bunch of bikinis, sun dresses, and what not. We were joined by other designers like Cowshed and Stila makeup, and Eleni's Bakery (thanks for the cupcakes!)

the place was packed with ladies, white sangria, and a great vibe. my friend chris is a member so i got the full-on tour. i accidentally interrupted Russell Simmons during what looked like a business meeting because of my darned cute but loud Loefler Randall flats. that was definitely the highlight of my night. Apparently, I am the antithesis of what Soho House looks for in a member: I geek out at d-list celebs.

oh, well.

i'd love to leave you guys with a pic but was chastised with a "this is a photo-free house" comment.

April 14, 2008

crabs and panda bears

just got back from a trip to LA and San Diego. Man, why do I always get sick going to and fro vacay? Perhaps because I opt for wellness instead of airborne. will have to switch it up for next time...

i didn't get to do any shopping on this trip so sorry to report any LA store updates.

but i did eat like a queen, as usual.

this is from a korean crab house on Fisherman's Wharf in Redondo Beach. Each crabs like 30 bucks but so succulent and worth the price and water weight.


no playing around here. we just hammered those suckers. sorry, vegan friends.


i wasn't adventurous enough to try these baby octopus. i usually don't mind eating seafood with their faces still attached but this was a bit too much for me.


and after you polish off the crabs and lick your fingers, this spicy fish soup will have you licking your spicy smacks all day long.

compare to my fave Joe's Stone crabs down in South Beach, Miami. Holla! they're closing for the season soon so make reservations if you have plans to hit south beach soon.

oh, and there are plenty of food photos from my trip to San Diego but no time for that right now.

went to the zoo and i'll leave you with this photo of the panda bear.

want more pandas? check out last year's litter

April 10, 2008

hanky panky honky tonk

Oh, Hanky Panky. How I love thee. Let me count the ways....

let's see... how about 29 different color ways?

Check out the newest colors:
#27 Canary Yellow
#28 Cobalt Blue
#29 Shocking Pink

FYI - I'm all about the shocking pink color this summer. Wait till you see our hot tube dress coming from nu Collective. stay tuned...




April 09, 2008

april showers?

only 1 left!

look perfectly put-together a warm sprinkle comes your way. An Azaleas exclusive short sleeve coat with cape-like sleeves and pockets. Removable waist tie.


click here to buy.

April 01, 2008

damaris knickers

no april fool's joke here.

and no guessing games either.

Damaris London makes the finest "knickers" - don't you just love that word? you have to say it with a brit accent, too.

white polkadot netting knickers with silk charmeuse ties that lace up the behind.

click here to buy.