Charm City's Four Seasons (Fancy Pants)

I know, I know...it seems hard to believe...


...that Baltimore could get any better?!

Well haters friends, Charm City is playing with the big dogs now. Later this month, our neighborhood (Harbor East) will welcome guests to the brand new and luxurious Four Seasons Hotel! Luckily (for the patrons of the Four Seasons) Sassanova is located just around the traffic circle! Happy Shopping!


(Image: Kendall Reck)

Psssst...

We love Rebecca Minkoff!

Her Spring 2012 Collection looks phenomenal...and it's going to look even more phenomenal on DC and Maryland's Sassy Shoppers!

Can't wait until February shipments? (Yea...me either) Not to worry, Sassanova is hosting a REBECCA MINKOFF TRUNK SHOW the first weekend in November. Mark your calendars ladies.

It's going to be good.


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I'm in Love...

So, let's speak candidly for a second. I work in one of the most beautiful stores on the East Coast and I am surrounded by...sometimes inundated with gorgeous goods from all around the world. I'm talking perfect leather boots, fur-trimmed scarves, hand-set precious stones...and I don't think I have ever fallen this hard for something within my price range.

Meet the MZ Wallace Striped Sequin 'Ava' Tote.

It is $185.

It is P-E-R-F-E-C-T-I-O-N.

Can I gush for a second? This bag is the most delicious color, it sits perfectly on the shoulder and boasts enough room for all of my junk necessities. Work notebook? Check. Giant pouch of lipgloss even though I only use Carmex? Check. Ipad? I don't have one...but that baby would fit in here. Also, as if I have to mention, this bag is striped (reason enough to love) and it has sequins! My inner 6th grade jazz-dancer is leaping for joy right now.

I am currently crossing my fingers that there is one in my birthday gift pile...although that 'pile' I used to get when I was 5 has since been replaced by 'grown-up' gifts like 'pats on the back' and 'over the hill' jokes...

But I am convinced that if I eat my vegetables and go to church on Sunday...I just may be sporting this bag come Monday evening. Watch out Baltimore, the Ava Tote and I are taking over!

XOXO,

The Baltimore Sassette

fyi- This bag lives at all three Sassanova locations, come check it out for yourself!

(Image: MZ Wallace)

Let's Be Serious...

 

This is the kind of shoe you plan an outfit (or weekend) around. 

This is the kind of shoe that demands attention...and a matching clutch.

This is the kind of shoe that gets you a raise...(and it's exclusive to our three stores!)

Let's be serious...you need these shoes!

XOXO,

Sassanova

Ladies Night in Georgetown

Kool and the Gang weren't kidding, Ladies Night at Sassanova truly was a 'special night." Sassettes from all over DC converged last Thursday night to sip (champagne) savor (cupcake pops) and spend at Sassanova, Georgetown!

The evening was a huge hit, and yours could be too! Contact kelsey@sassanova.com if you would like to set up a Ladies Night of your own!

Trunk Show: MIJA Jewelry

Looking forward to the weekend? Yes, us too...Especially because MIJA Jewelry will be around to keep us company!

Sassanova Bethesda is hosting a MIJA Jewelry Trunk Show all weekend, and I promise you (swear on my Loefflers) that these amazing pieces are worth the trip 'round the beltway. They combine simplicity and elegance in the manner of Jenna Lyons, and wear like armor through thick and thin. My favorites (ahem...boyfriend) are the snowflake button earrings and matching ring and the stackable bangles (size small please!)

We hope you will swing over to Bethesda Row to visit us, all trunk show pieces are 15% off and (of course) we will have champagne and treats waiting!

XOXO,

Sassanova

"I never worry about diets. The only carrots that interest me are the number of carats in a diamond."

-Mae West

ENK Coterie: Sassanova Style

co·te·rie/ˈkōtərē/ Noun: A small group of people with shared interests or tastes, esp. one that is exclusive of other people. 

 

Start spreading the news...Team Sassanova came, saw and conquered ENK Coterie. With entry badges around our necks and tote bags full of line sheets, we made our way through the rows of amazing Spring 2012 collections stopping only for the best of the best (and free candy).

We got to meet and rub elbows with some of our favorites: MZ Wallace, ASHA, Loeffler Randall, DVF, Butter, Roberta Freymann, Theodora and Callum and dozens of others. We also unearthed some new faces to the Sassanova family: Schutz, Melly M, Elizabeth and James, J. Litvack...and our personal favorite Bella Dahl. 

Stay tuned here and on Facebook to see some of the beautiful pieces we ordered come to life on our shelves and racks!

XOXO,

Sassanova

Why Be Less When You Can B-More?

Top 5 Reasons to Love Sassanova, Baltimore:
1. The convenient 'Charm City' location--Harbor East has it all! Some of the city's best restaurants and shopping, the beautiful Katyn Monument, Baltimore's Landmark Theater and of course...a nearby Whole Foods!
2. The brand-savvy and helpful Sassettes.
3. One word: Calypso.
4. The amazing selection of exclusive designers like Elizabeth McKay, COATT, Margaret Elizabeth, Bensimon, and Chewbeads.
5. Our collection of Smith's Rosebud Savle (our sales rep is the great-granddaughter of Dr. Smith himself)!

XOXO,

Sassanova

"Two things you can never have too many of...good friends and good shoes."

Drumroll Please...

COATT Morse Code Necklaces Have Arrived at Sassanova!

(Insert excited squeal...in manner of 6-year old Bieber fan)

Yes, - .... . / .-. ..- -- --- .-. ... / .- .-. . / - .-. ..- . , the necklaces are in the building!

Sassanova is proud to introduce Morse Code Necklaces by Rebecca Coagan Scharlatt; a seriously talented designer from Portland. We first fell in love with these gorgeous hand-crafted creations in November of last year when they were featured on our favorite blog: A CUP OF JO. Since then, we have been pining (big time) for them to take their place on our shelves so that we can share the .-.. --- ...- . with the chic women of the East Coast!

Stop by Sassanova, Baltimore to choose (or create) your very own Morse Code necklace!

XOXO,

Sassanova

"I would imagine if you could understand Morse Code, a tap dancer would drive you crazy."

- Mitch Hedberg 

(Image: COATT)

Although we are a little down about having officially bid summer adieu...We can't help but get excited about the arrival of fall weather and (more importantly) fall fashion!

Here is our version of the 'grown-up' back-to-school shopping list:
-Animal Prints- Bags, shoes, accessories...one of our favorites is currently on the shelves on Sassanova, Baltimore.
-Tall Boots- Tory Selma Riding Boots (in a boutique exclusive color!) Need. We. Say. More?
-Cozy Sweaters- Gorgeous 100% cashmere wraps?...yes please. The ways to wear this one are endless!
-Tweed Bags- MZ Wallace has us smitten (and unusually excited about switching bags) for their Fall 2011 Draper Tweed collection.
-Leggings- These will change your life.

See? Saying goodbye to summer wasn't so bad!


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New in Stores: Theodora and Callum

 

With chilly weather fast approaching (we hope!) our newest shipment of Theodora and Callum scarves are just what the doctor ordered.  Here are a few a great videos (some of many) by Theodora and Callum's resident style expert Danielle de Marne showing us how to get the most use out of the scarves we love! 

 

Find these T & C styles (and more!) at Sassanova, Baltimore...and while you're there, let us show you our favorite ways to wear!

(Images and Video: Theodora and Callum)

New in Stores: SAAKO

 

We have fallen head-over-Loeffler-heels for the newest addition to the Sassanova product family. SAKKO scarves...or neklaces have hit the stores and are quickly heading home with happy fashionistas who have big fall/winter plans for them.

Add them to a basic "denim and T-shirt" combination and step aside as the compliments pour in.

Are you Team Scarf or Team Necklace? What will you wear yours with?

...we are Team SAAKO...and we will be wearing ours with EVERYTHING.

(Images: saakodesign.com)

All About Bethesda!

 

 

Top 5 Reasons to love Sassanova, Bethesda:

1. The Sassanova-signature leopard carpeting, pink sofa, and birdcage chair.

2. The staff of helpful, friendly and knowledgeable Sassettes.

3. An amazing location- Bethesda Row, surrounded by favorites like Urban Chic, Ginger and Lululemon.

4. The never-ending selection of exclusive designer pieces: MZ Wallace, Tory Burch, Bettye Mueller, Butter Shoes, Kate Spade, Gorjana, Julie Collection, Lauren Merkin and tons more!

5. Those leopard shooties! Meow!

"Cinderella is proof that a new pair of shoes can change your life."

XOXO,

Sassanova

Trunk Show: Margaret Elizabeth

Is that the roar of Baltimore Grand Prix engines we hear?

Forgive our disinterest in fast cars and checkered flags...but we have more exciting news! We will be hosting a Margaret Elizabeth Trunk Show to celebrate the holiday weekend (and the influx of handsome Italian race car drivers)!

We are diligently are waiting by the door for a HUGE shipment of gorgeous jewelry designed by San Fransisco-based artisan Meg Galligan. Hurry in, the trunk show pieces will be in Baltimore for a limited time, as you can see...the weekend is all about speed!

Already on our shopping list:

Bezel Earring $72

Pearl Wrap, $172

Freshwater Pearl Ring, $55

Red Coral Wrap, $172

Vermeil Bangles (set of 3) $184

Stackable Rings, $55 each

Amethyst Clusters, $108

(Images: Margaret Elizabeth)