Quote of the Day

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“While clothes may not make the woman, they certainly have a strong effect on her self-confidence — which, I believe, does make the woman."

-Mary Kay Ashe

Happy Friday

Happy Friday to everyone! In celebration of the weekend, we thought we would post some pictures of our employees and the loves of their lives, their pets!

Sadie and Paige

Mackenzie's new kitty, Butters

Leslie's dog, Toby

Alice and Wrigley

Fashion Show for LexArts

This past Thursday, we participated in a fashion show for LexArts. It was a great success and we all had a wonderful time! Here are a few pictures from the event and a link to Tops in Lex for the great slideshow they put together.

All of the clothes ready for the models.

Paige and Bridget getting ready

Barbie doing up Laurens hair

Bridget, Paige and Lauren

Tops in Lex Slideshow Link

Trends to Watch - Tribal Influences

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This tunic is by T-bags and is one of Leslie's favorites!

To contrast the neutrals of the season, bold colors and designs are making an appearance. These confident colors and unique patterns will allow you to stand out in any crowd!

Quote of the Day

"Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening."

- Coco Chanel

Brazillian Carnaval

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3mYDwRTALo

Here is a clip from the Brazillian Carnival held this year. It is such an event! Howie recently made a trip to Brazil and we should be expecting some new and unique items from there. We love exploring new cultures and finding one of a kind products all over the world!

Oleika Temple Sale

We had a great time this past Saturday at the Oleika Temple sale. Here are just a few pics of us working our booth!

Elizabeth, Barbie, and Paige

Howie and the store's new mascot


Mackenzie, Leslie and Paige


Thanks to everyone who came out!

Employee Profile - Mackenzie

Name: Mackenzie Huston
Nicknames: Mac, Kiki, Kenzie, Mackie
Birthday: July 21, 1985
Position: Sales Associate
Favorite Movie: Julie & Julia
Favorite Book: The City of Fallen Angels
Favorite Accessory: Scarves
Essential Piece of Clothing: Jeans
About:
Mackenzie graduated in December from the University of Kentucky. She has been working at Worlds Apart for about five years, but has been around the store since she was a little girl. Mackenzie's Aunt, another Worlds Apart employee, Barbie has worked at the store for over 20 years. Mackenzie enjoys taking photographs, cooking and hanging with her new kitten, Butters. Mackenzie has a great sense of humor and is always a great person to be around. She is a hard worker and an essential part of the Worlds Apart family!

Specialty Store Sale Spectacular

Come check us out this Saturday at the Oleika Temple!

Citizens of Humanity

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Check out these celebs in some of our favorite Citizens.
Don't you just love the skinny jean?

Putomayo and Whole Foods

Here is a blog post about two of our favorite things, Putomayo and Whole Foods! Check it out!

http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2010/01/putumayo-whole-world-music/

LexArts Fashion Show

Worlds Apart is participating in the LexArts fashion show this Thursday, February 18th at the Downtown Arts Center. LexArts is an organization designed to promote the various arts in Lexington through fund raising and community support. From the Opera House to local galleries, LexArts is a major influence and asset to our city.
Worlds Apart is currently providing LexArts discount cards to assist in fund raising for the organization. You can receive this card by making a donation of at least 52 dollars. This card gives you 10% off at many Lexington restaurants and galleries. It also gives the card holder 20% off certain retail stores, including Worlds Apart, for the weeks of February 20 -27, 2010, September 11 - 18, 2010 and February 19 - 26, 2011.
The fashion show this week is to kick off the retail discount week. Tickets are 65 dollars for the event and guests will be provided complimentary drinks and light hors d'oeuves. So, come check out what Worlds Apart has to offer for the Spring and help support our local arts at the same time!

Note: We are sorry to say that Heidi Klum will not be in attendance this Thursday, but wouldn't it be wonderful if she was!

Welcome!

Worlds Apart would like to welcome everyone to our new blog! On this page you will find updates on fashion, the latest trends and new, fun products that we have discovered. At Worlds Apart, we strive to stay connected to our customers and we are hoping that this blog will help us do so. From employee interviews and profiles to style watches and the newest trends, we hope to serve you with whats going on in the store and in our lives. We hope to get to know you as you get to know us. So, please leave comments or email us with any ideas, thoughts, or a simple hello!