FAIRHOPE
FALL 2018 u FREE
fashion & jewelry A BOUTIQUE PARADISE
Gulf Coast Media
Since 1946
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The South’s Finest Ladies Fashion Boutique 27 S. Section St., Downtown Fairhope, AL. 251-928-8172
www.thecolonyshopfairhope.com
Advertiser index Brenny’s Jewelry Co...........................24
Savage Photo.................................... 21
Cybele’s............................................17
Stowe’s Jewelers............................... 12
dillydally at The Cat’s Meow.............. 10
SWAY................................................. 5
Eastern Shore Art Center................... 16
The Cat’s Meow................................ 14
Gigi & Jay’s....................................... 19
The Colony Shop................................. 2
La Robe Boutique..............................18
The Happy Olive.................................. 9
MF Casuals................................. 15, 23
Tiny Town............................................ 7
Revolution Resale..............................18
Utopia.............................................. 11
Shoefly................................................6
Zia.................................................... 15
A specialty publication of Gulf Coast Media Advertising Frank Kustura
Publisher Parks Rogers
About the cover
T
he Hunter triplets pose in style in front of The Colony Shop, a well-known Fairhope Ladies’ Boutique, since 1946. Bailey, Amelia and Gentry are modeling the popular Johnny Was Collection for Fall 2018. They are ready for Fall football, Polo or just “out-and-about.”
parks@gulfcoastmedia.com
Editor Allison Marlow allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com
frank@gulfcoastmedia.com 251-923.8129
Layout and Design Paige Marmolejo
Cover Photo/ Photography Stephen Savage GulfCoastNewsToday.com v 3
falling for color
LEFT: From brunch with the girls to dinner with your spouse, SWAY has you styled from head to toe. Casual daytime looks to dressier evening events, we have it all! New arrivals daily! BELOW: Natalie loves this Gretchen Scott plaid blouse, NYDJ frayed hem black pants, Susan Shaw earrings and Julie Vos bracelets ensemble from MF Casuals.
ABOVE: Renea Canton’s Insight Orange denim jacket is almost as bright as her smile! Her Hinson Wu blouse pairs well with Sharon Young embroidered ankle pants, and a Bosom Buddy bag and X Ovo 2 necklace complete her look. Find it all at Cybele’s.
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324 Fairhope Avenue 251.990.2282 @shop_sway
Courtney models black leggings and print peplum top, both from Sympli, shoes are from Naot Shoetic and Brighton jewelry at MF Casuals.
Leigh Buckley wears a Charlie Paige blouse and jewelry from Sparkles by Julia available at Zia.
Mary Jane Owen looks smashing in this mix/match linen tunic and pants with flowy jacket from The Cats Meow!
326 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, AL 36532 (251) 929-3232 4500 Old Shell Road, Suite C Mobile, AL 36608 (251) 414-9911
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BELOW: Grace Tyler is turning heads in a beige jumpsuit by Promesa with a brightly striped coverlet from Vin & Love. Gold bag from Jen & Co., Puravida necklace, and sunglasses from 2’s Company. Find it all at Utopia.
Rebekah’s Easy-Like Sunday Morning Look… Two-Piece Prairie Floral Blouse & Flowy Wrap Skirt by Sage The Label; Vintage Destructed Denim Jacket with Release Hem by Velvet Heart; Ease into Fall Bracelet Stack by Erimish; Rose Gold Alphabet Necklace; Natural Woven Straw Clutch. Available at La Robe Boutique.
ABOVE: A cold shoulder Sympli Tunic in Aruba and black Sympli narrow pants are complimented by French Kande jewelry all from MF Casuals.
Now on Fairhope Avenue! BOUTIQUE BRANDS: The Beaufort Bonnet Company • Little English • Auraluz Bailey Boys • Kissy Kissy • Le Za Me and many more.
337 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, Alabama 36532
(251) 928-0220
www.tinytownfairhope.com Hours: Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm • Sundays - CLOSED GulfCoastNewsToday.com v 7
art& accessories Visit the Gift Shop at the Eastern Shore Art Center for one of a kind creations! You’ll find an array of quirky gifts, including face jugs and mugs from Gulf Coast potter Steven Dark. Throughout the year, Steven also offers the opportunity to make your own in holiday oriented workshops!
Leigh Buckley (left), Sapphire Collection by Spark Creations and diamond necklace by A.LINK (a Stowe’s exclusive). Melonie Breakfield (right), Pearl Collection from Chen International and bracelets from A.LINK
Emerald Ring 18kt White Gold 4.48ct Emerald 3.78ctw Diamonds Brenny’s Exclusive
Portraits by Stephen Savage.
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Vietri Olive Oil bottles with Rings and Collegiate Bracelets, both from Ronaldo. Available at The Happy Olive.
Claire Cunningham in Kristine Cavallari “Lash” shoes, bag from Rock Paper Scissors, and a grey tortoise cuff bracelet, a leather beaded bracelet and CMA horn necklace. Find them at Shoefly!
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RIGHT: Multiple Diamond Rings from Gabriel & Co New York Custom Bridal and Fine Fashion Jewelry Exclusively at Brenny’s Jewelry Co.
FAR LEFT: Visit the Gift Shop at the Eastern Shore Art Center for one of a kind creations! Leigh is decked out in colorful jewelry that can only be found at ESAC, as well as a scarf from The Red Sari. These silk scarves are hand sewn with beautiful kantha stitching and felted details. LEFT: Rings and Bracelets by Ronaldo. Assorted Olive Wood Products and Olive Oils from The Happy Olive.
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RIGHT: Senior Portraits by Stephen Savage.
LEFT: Rhian Baria wears a Petit Pois Lighthouse Crew Top and Lighthouse Duster, mesh classic pants and an onyx beads necklace by Crooked Creek. Gentry Hunter also looks smart in a Petit Pois Lighthouse Dress with her Can’t Resist Mini Bag by Mary Frances and onyx necklaces, bracelet and earrings by Crooked Creek. Available at The Colony Shop.
Bath & Body Products by Olive Complex from Italy are available at The Happy Olive.
A TRENDY & AFFORDABLE BOUTIQUE LOCATED AT 300 B FAIRHOPE AVE AND AT THE WHARF IN ORANGE BEACH 251-928-9294 / 251-981-1116 AT OWA IN FOLEY 251-378-2836 GulfCoastNewsToday.com v 11
Rhian Baria stuns in a Johnny Was Elim velvet peasant blouse over Principle jeans in black. Necklaces by VI. Find it all at The Colony Shop.
TOP LEFT: Cocktail dress by Charlie Paige, Bag by Giftcraft, Earrings by Kenzee-Pannee and Bracelets by Off Park. All available at Zia. MIDDLE LEFT: The best dressed girls on the bay shop at SWAY. From Jackets, jeans, sweaters & jewelry SWAY has all your Fall must-haves! BOTTOM LEFT: Murray Duhe with a Klutch Ostrich handbag, Kristine Cavallari “Leeds” shoes, CMA beaded earrings, a tortoise cuff bracelet, leather bracelet and a beautiful Jennifer Thames necklace. Find them at Shoefly. BOTTOM CENTER: Mary Jane Owen looks great for game day or any day in this great outfit from French dressing and Tribal. The striped hooded cardigan, print shirt and distressed jeans are versatile and comfy! Kristina Trott shows off a funky fray detail sweater and distressed jeans. Both from The Cats Meow, a purr-fectly charming boutique! BOTTOM RIGHT: Natalie models a Tyler Boe dress, Hobo handbag and Und De 50 jewelry all available at MF Casuals.
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Grace Tyler wearing a black jump suit by billi and holding a black & white kimono by 2’s Company. Abby Mannich in a Navy striped jumpsuit by Mainstreet. Both ladies wearing bracelets from Puravida. Find them at Utopia.
TOP RIGHT: The irony of this classic vintage inspired dress — a modern twist on days gone by — Kristina Trott looks like a Starlet in this pleat detail dress from dillydally at The Cats Meow. MIDDLE RIGHT: Claire Cunningham is sporting a Milano bag, Alex Carol labrodite necklace and feather earrings, and wearing Sole Society Calypso boots in taupe. Murray Duhe has a gold Hobo crossbody bag, CMA hoops, a Sadies necklace and great black boots from Chelsea Crew. Available at Shoefly. BOTTOM RIGHT: Leigh Buckley wears a Ruby Collection by Spark Creations and diamond bracelet from A.LINK available at Stowe’s Jewelers. BOTTOM CENTER: Emily, Bree & Emilee turned their closet around at Revolution Resale! BOTTOM LEFT: Stephanie Beedy’s classic beauty is accented by Simon Sebagg earrings, available exclusively at Cybele’s. She’s staying dry in a slicker raincoat from ubu.
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all dressed up
A Purr-fectly Charming Boutique with over 8000 s.f. of all the things ladies love... clothing, shoes and accessories! 395 FAIRHOPE AVE 251-990-0061
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FAR LEFT: Bree, Lillian, Emily & Emilee rock these beautiful formals from Revolution Resale. An ever changing selection of the hottest styles! LEFT: Abby Mannich is stunning in this fuchsia dress from Naked Zebra, accented with Puravida bracelets and gold chandelier earrings by Liza Jewelry. Find it at Utopia.
A night on the town starts with a trip to SWAY! Located on Fairhope Avenue in the heart of beautiful downtown Fairhope. Make a statement at your next event!
Zia FAIRHOPE
42 ½ South Section Street, Suite 3 Fairhope, AL 36532 251-990-9566 “Unique Gifts with a local flair.” GulfCoastNewsToday.com v 15
for the kids
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FAR LEFT: Fuller is wearing Joules Jeans and a Zuccini Polo shirt. Annie Mims is wearing an Anvy Kids bloomer set. Both outfits can be found at Tiny Town. LEFT: Lanier Mundy wearing Florence Eiseman available at Gigi & Jay’s.
Knox Mundy wearing James & Lottie, Edwin Webb wearing Navy & White Short Set by Lullaby Set. Sold at Gigi & Jay’s.
Cybele’s LADIES FINE CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES • Planet • Joseph Ribkoff • Simon Sebbag • Elliott Lauren • Krazy Larry • Hinson Wu • Terra • Vitamin • Gerties • Lysse
Mon-Sat 10-5
393 FAIRHOPE AVENUE 251-928-5349 STOWESJEWELERS.NET
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BELOW: Visit the Gift Shop at the Eastern Shore Art Center for one of a kind creations! Leigh is pretty in pink with a hand beaded necklace and matching earrings by local artist Lydia Loftis.
ABOVE: The perfect fabric for our climate, Mary Jane Owen shows a lightweight denim duster with suede cuff detail, dark knit leggings and a versatile leather and stone necklace. And with a super soft V-neck dress and Lucite & matte gold necklace from dillydally at The Cats Meow, Kristina Trott shows how you can go straight from work to out on the town!
turn your closet around! 9 North church street, D fairhope, alabama
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Those ladies from Cybele’s! Renae Canton in a Pure Amici cashmere funnelneck sweater and a color-block wrap. Owner Jean Clarkson is stunning in her green blouse by Vitamin Silk. Stephanie Beedy is styling in her blouse and camellia print pants both from Postcard. Everyone’s wearing Cybele’s exclusive Simon Sebagg earrings.
BELOW: Susan Feeley looking sharp- the crisp black and white bold stripe linen top and wide leg pants and leather detail necklace would go from day to night easily! Available at The Cat’s Meow.
Tank top and Shirred Shirt by Noelle, Gold lame’ over blouse by F L Malik, Necklace by Elaine Osborne all available at Zia.
ABOVE: Kristian’s Coastal Cityscape Look… Warm Brown Sugar Culotte-Leg Jumpsuit by Mod Ref; Blush & Bashful Suede Moto Jacket by Dex Clothing; Vintage Medal Y Necklace by Melania Clara Collection; Gunmetal Leather Crossbody Handbag with Chain Detailing. Available at La Robe Boutique.
400 Fairhope Ave • Fairhope, AL 36532
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BELOW: Melonie Breakfield, showing off earrings from Spark Creations, diamond necklace, ring & bracelet from A.LINK, and diamond pendant from Simon G. All available at Stowe’s Jewelers.
ABOVE: Weddings by Stephen Savage. LEFT: Annie Mims is wearing an Anvy Kids bloomer set. Find it at Tiny Town.
Platinum Solitaire 2.03 Carat Diamond, H-SI2 Triple-Ex Cut Brenny’s Jewelry Co.
RIGHT: Kristian’s Girlboss Sign of the Times Look (left)… Jet Black Wide-Leg Jumpsuit with Tie by All Row/ Mod Ref; Silver Cuff Bracelet by Ettamarie’s Jewelry; Precious Stone Necklaces by Melania Clara Collection; Peacock Grey Straw Clutch Rebekah’s Boho Boss Lady Look (right)… Sheer White Dotted Peasant Top with Tassels by MinkPink; Edge of Seventeen Straight-Leg Light Denim Jeans by Miss Me; Precious Stone Necklaces by Melania Clara Collection; Cool Crisp Fall Bracelet Stack by Erimish; #LaRobeStyle Tribe Woven Backpack with Beaded Tassel Embellishments. Available at La Robe Boutique.
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BELOW: Reda is dressed head to toe in Sympli tunic, black vest and narrow pant, with Hobo clutch wallet and Alisha D. necklace and Inspired Design earrings all from MF Casuals.
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ABOVE: Fuller is wearing Joules Jeans and a Zuccini Polo shirt. Get them at Tiny Town. BELOW: Amelia, left, is wearing a Desiqual Mickey Sweatshirt with hoodie and matching Desiqual Mickey Jeams. Her backpack is by Sydney Love Trends and her earrings are Marjorie Baer. Bailey is wearing a Desigual Coca Cola Lucy Leather Jacket atop a Mickey Mouse tee and Principle black jeans. She completes her look with leather Rock Black Lacing Slider Fringe Bag, earrings by Mam and Bracelets by Love Knots. Available at The Colony Shop.
ABOVE: Alice Webb wearing Bella Bella Top ABOVE: At Fairhope’s iconic clock, Kristina Trott looks Purr-fect in a Ruffle detail knit top, distressed jeans, stacked & DL 1961 white jeans from Gigi & Jay’s. heel shoes and a convertible necklace from dillydally at BELOW: Courtney is ready for fall in this The Cats Meow. Anorak water resistant jacket and black BELOW: Trent, Lillian and Daimon are all wearing the latest comfy USA layering piece over Up! distressed jeans. Naot booties complete this on trend consignments from Revolution Resale. look from MF Casuals.
casual style
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Platinum Ring With 4.38 carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond
Platinum Art Deco Necklace 55.19 carat Aquamarine & 5.30ctw Diamonds One of a kind
BRENNY’S JEWELRY COMPANY BRENNY’S JEWELRY COMPANY
333 Fairhope Ave • (251) 928-3916 Mon. - Fri. 9:30 - 5:00 • Sat. 10:00 - 5:00