Our "Monday Must Have" of the week is all about how to "winterize" dresses. 10.24.2011

Although I have yet to believe it with this 70 degree weather, rumor is it is going to turn cold sooner rather than later. This post is all about “winterizing” dresses that are currently in our store… just in case the wind chill drops over night like they keep saying it will! “Winterizing” is all about layering…

Start with putting a long sleeve shirt and tights and boots under the dress








And then Add a jacket..




Switch the look by adding a scarf and belt


This trend is very easy to do, as you can see, and even better it gets a few more uses out of the dresses.

As always, email me at chocolatepeacockboutique@gmail.com to hold or purchase. We do have Small, Medium and Larges left in most of these dresses.

"Monday Must Have" of the week! 10.17.11

It was cold and rainy today, making me want to just stay home with a big blanket around me. But I had 5 million things to do plus get my daughter to and from school so that was not an option.

However, there is something that you can wear right now that feels like a big blanket but is actually very on trend and all over the magazines right now - an oversized poncho! Here is one we have in store this week in a burnt orange color...




These can be tricky to pull off and I actually do not recommend any petite figures to wear these - it will just make you look too big. You definitely need a legging or skinny pant on the bottom. I especially like all black underneath. This one is great because it has a stretchy fleece material inside that makes it so cozy and soft.

Plus, there is a button at the shoulder where you can close it giving you another look!




The last way to work this piece is to just throw one side over your shoulder...



This trend is not for everyone. It is a great throw on piece instead of a jacket - can be dressed up or worn very casual. I love it with some tall boots on a snowy or rainy day but I do think it only works with certain body types. Definitely come give it a try because if it does work for you, it will be the most comfortable thing in your closet for these colder days coming our way!

As always, email me at chocolatepeacockboutique@gmail.com to hold or purchase. It comes in small, medium and large. I have the medium on here and I am usually a size 6. The arms do fit tight but they do have some stretch and had some give the longer I wore it.

Burnt orange poncho: $58
Black legging: $36

Also, please excuse the blinds in the background of the pictures...we are in the process of moving and our house (and the wall I usually use to take these pics) is a total disaster lined with boxes so this was the only free space :)

Have a great week!!!

Our "Monday Must" is an AMAZING GIVEAWAY!!!!

I am so excited for this giveaway this week! We love to help our customers feel their best, find something they wouldn't normally wear because they didn't think they could and express their style through our clothing!

However, sometimes it is just time for an overhaul - you don't know what to wear, you don't have the time to find new clothes and you have no idea what looks good on you. If you are in need of a makeover or have just always wanted one (I do!)...then you need the GIVEAWAY this week from Chocolate Peacock and StyleRefine. StyleRefine is owned by a customer and friend of mine - Molly Erftmier. She will set up a consultation to establish your wants and needs. From there, together you will decide how her services are needed. She will edit closets, personal shop, provide shopping suggestions, style outfits (with lookbook of pictures) or whatever else is needed. She is providing 3 hours of service which would roughly be a $100 value. PLUS, you will receive a $200 GIFT CARD to Chocolate Peacock to start the transformation!!

What is not to love here?!?! A stylist session from StyleRefine and a $200 gift card to Chocolate Peacock.

How to win??

You will need to comment underneath this post on facebook (not on the blog) with your name and how badly you want to win and then have your friends "like" your comment. Whoever gets the most "likes" for their comment by FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14th at 3pm, will win!!!!!

You will have to "like" Chocolate Peacock in order to comment :)

GOOD LUCK!!!!

Check out StyleRefine's website - http://stylerefine.com/ and facebook page - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Stylerefine/115245555221252

Our "Monday Must Have" outfit of the week! 10.3.11

I have talked about the 70's trend for several months now so this is nothing new. However, last week on Project Runway (yes, this is one of my favorite shows - I really wish I could design and sew clothes, owning Chocolate Peacock will have to do for now), the challenge was to create a look for Piperlime that went along with the 70's trend. There were jumpsuits, maxis, snakeskin prints - all of which we have in store - but there will also some wide leg, high waisted pants! So this week's "Monday Must Have" outfit of the week are these silky navy high waisted wide leg pleated pants.




They fit long (I'm about 5'5'' and I am wearing the medium) but add a great heel and you are good to go. OR if you are taller- they may just be perfect!! I am shaped like a boy with absolutely no waistline so if you have a waist, even better - you will need these pants to show that off!

First, I paired them with just a basic long sleeve T. Next step would be to accessorize away - necklaces, scarves, whatever you want.



Second pairing is with this AMAZING bright yellowish/ green vest. I picture this outfit at parties, charity functions, showers and even at weddings when you really just don't want to shave your legs and wear a dress. Plus, this vest is a must have in itself - put this over anything and you have updated an old look.



Next is more of a casual look paired with a long grey chunky seater. This may be my favorite one simply because it is easy and comfortable but still looks sohisticated, on trend and pulled together.



Last outfit is a work look. Pair these pants with a jacket and scarf and you are ready for the day!



Both the pant and the ruffled vest are in store now! The pants are $64 and the vest is $86. They both come in small, medium and large. Small is usually a 0-2, medium is 4-6 and large is 8-10. As always, if you want either of these held (we can hold anything for 24 hours), email me at chocolatepeacockboutique@gmail.com. If you live out of town, we would be happy to ship!

Have a wonderful week and I hope to see you in store very soon!