Martin Bernstein shows some of his fantastic jewelry…


Sportswear has a beautiful collection of 4 Love and Liberty. This wonderful line is designed by Christy Whitley.With such materials as silk voile,silk chiffon and tenel cotton, the collection is recognized for it’s vintage-inspired feel with a modern adaptation. We have beautiful tunics,blouses,dresses and a gorgeous velvet hoodie!
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Sportswear just received a beautiful collection of Indigenous. This amazing fair trade and organic line is produced by artisans in Peru. Thanks to a wonderful response from customers Indigenous has been able to slowly build up capacity and provide stable work for the artisans, that now helps support over 700 families in the highlands of Peru.The collection includes sweaters,skirts and tees.
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We invite you to join us for an extra special and f-a-b-u-l-o-u-s trunk show featuring Chicago jewelry designer and artist, Martin Bernstein this Saturday August 28th from 11am-4pm at Wendy Foster Dress Shop.

Martin produces truly one-of-a-kind pieces personally and solely. He uses precious and semi-precious stones, ranging from aqua marines and diamonds to tourmaline and Tahitian pearls. And what is so spectacular is how he then delicately wraps the gemstones in 14 kt gold woven tangled chains. For more on Martin’s jewelry and installation work, refer to his website: martinbernstein.com
Come and meet Martin, celebrate his incredible jewelry, and enjoy light eats and summer drinks Saturday August 28th!
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Designer duo, Gallego a/ Desportes, are from Paris and are known for their authenticity of timeless basics in neutral tones. We were drawn to the woven blouses in this collection, which are made of fantastic materials that are simple yet effectively stylish.
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Pyrrha is designed by Wade Papin and Danielle Wilmore. Pyrrha’s most recent incarnation came about after the designers were inspired by a box of 19th century wax seals. As they started researching the imagery in the seals they were intrigued by the richness of the symbolism. Sportswear has an assortment of beautiful necklaces by this company.
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Your wishes have come true…new Nightcap just in at Angel! Nightcap, known for it’s high quality fabrics and bohemian silhouettes never fails to deliver. Come check out the new styles as well as the updated foldover pant (a store favorite), perfect for lounging around or wearing out and about. Hope to see you soon!
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New Demy Lee delivery at Wendy Foster State Street! Super soft cashmere sweaters just in from Demy Lee pictured the Gigi V neck Sweater in nude 218.00. Come see the other styles at Wendy Foster State Street.
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Kristensen Du Nord is a low-tech, wash-wash collection that is unlike anything else we find between Los Angeles and Paris. Designed in Copenhagen and manufactured in Italy, the line is based on layering mixed fabrics, colors, and shapes. The ultimate fashion line for the boho chic!
Our first Fall delivery is here and consists of light weight cashmere, linen, and washed silk pieces that are meant to layer over the chiffon camisoles. Beautiful!
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Designers and sweethearts Kevin Circosta and Rachel Pally first met in pre-school…Twenty years later, they fell in love and created the most stylish his n’ hers collection you’ll ever wear: vintage washed plaids, flannels, and super-soft cottons – perfect for city adventures, mellow movie nights, or Sunday strolls along the beach. His fits him and hers fits her!

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Sportswear just received a beautiful collection of Eileen Fisher. Eileen Fisher has been a favorite in Sportswear for many years. Her functional, flattering separates transition perfectly between home, work and travel. This new collection includes a variety of gorgeous cashmere and cotton sweaters.
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Blayde is an exceptional knitwear designer that we are proud to introduce in the store now at Wendy Foster Dress Shop.
The line is known for it’s super soft and silk lined Alpaca yarns that are imported from Peru and require at least 40 hours of work for each individual piece.
All are knitted by craftspeople in the south of Italy! Our cardigans, wraps, and cashmere caps are statement pieces that are full of special details, not to mention, are simply delicious and cozy.
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Wendy Foster, Montecito: Mary Jo Hartle
Wendy Foster Sportswear, Montecito: Toby Sternlieb
Wendy Foster Angel, Montecito: Jennifer Espinosa
Wendy Foster State Street: Soshana Levy
Upstairs Home Gallery: Celesto McAlpine
By spending 100.00 in any of the Wendy Foster / Upstairs Home Gallery stores you are eligible to enter a drawing for a 100.00 giftcard from each store! The card can be used at any of our locations.
The August contest has just begun and the next winner will be selected on September 1, 2010. Good Luck!!

Belgium designer, Dries Van Noten, has delivered his famous Fall 2010 collection to the dress shop and it never seizes to amaze us.
Dries sought inspiration this time from a mix of classic menswear tailoring, military fabric and details, ladylike shapes from the fifties and sixties, and sweatshirting. He is a master at merging prints and colors. The look is effortless and sophisticated which remains true to his aesthetic.
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