STAR-STUDDED STAPLE > No wardrobe is complete without a versatile leather jacket or two. For an easy, classic day look, I love to pair them with jeans, sneakers, a tee-shirt and a casual bag or layer your leather over a dress for an evening out. Add some jewelry, a small clutch bag and a great pair of heels and voila - you're ready to go!
MAKE MINE CASUAL WITH A SIDE OF BLING > Santa Barbara living is so conducive to casual dressing. Most days, my go-to is a good pair of denim and a soft sweater layered over a perfect tee. I sometimes elevate a casual look by adding accessories like this studded headband, glittery sneakers or crystal cuff. They provide the perfect finishing touch.
"I wanted to build a place where women of all ages and shapes could feel heard, secure and leave feeling better about themselves." Erica Brown on the inspiration behind Dylan Star
DUDS FOR DUDES > Our menswear store within a store includes a full range of clothing accessories and lifestyle goods. It's a big hit with the men who shop it and the ladies who come in to buy for the guys in their lives. And it's a win-win for couples who enjoy engaging in a little retail therapy together!
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Erica Brown, the owner of Dylan Star, infuses both fun and functionality into the shopping experience at her clothing and lifestyle boutiques. Both locations - one in the heart of the Funk Zone and the other in downtown Santa Barbara's Paseo Nuevo shopping mall - are brimming with a diverse trove of on-trend goods, including women's and men's clothing, accessories, gifts and lifestyle items. According to Erica, creating an environment that boosts a customer's confidence when they look in the mirror is a top priority for her and the team of in-house stylists. The team also has a reputation for routinely converting even the most skeptical of shoppers, um, especially those who frequent the men’s department, if you catch our drift. Dylan Star also hosts private parties for up to ten guests if you fancy shopping with friends. And speaking of parties, the Funk Zone location often hosts parking lot events with pop-ups and live music. There's so much to discover at Dylan Star - looks for everything from dressing for a day of wine tasting or winding down at home to beachy days or business meetings. Here, Erica shares a small sampling of her favorite seasonal finds that embody effortless Santa Barbara style. 110 ANACAPA STREET & 317 PASEO NUEVO 805.242.8086 • DYLANSTAR.COM
IT'S THE LITTLE THINGS > We are big on gift-giving around here and can always find a good reason to pick up a goodie for a friend, co-worker or family member! That's why all sorts of giftable items - candles, jewelry, cards, housewares, decor items and more - are sprinkled throughout the store.
