We're welcoming NEW changes for Spring!

If you liked Envy before, you’re going to love us now!

Below is a letter from the owner, Kristi, regarding some excited Envy news:

Dear my amazing customers,

In 2013, I opened Envy in Downtown Evanston with a goal of providing a fun and personalized boutique experience, from the unique clothes and jewelry to the hands-on customer service. Envy was opened as a licensed store allowing us to provide fashion-forward clothes under $40 selected by buyers in L.A. While we have gained our loyal customers by staying consistent with the Envy model, I consider myself a perpetual learner, and I’ve always continued listening closely to the needs of the Evanston shopper. With a new season around the corner, it’s time for us to be as loyal to you all as you have been to us. So, we’re shaking things up a bit and moving on from our licensing agreement, and come Spring 2015 we will have some exciting changes!

Ace of Lace Top

The biggest change:

Inventory: We will now be able to bring in exactly what you want, and in a much quicker timeframe. Your customer requests will be fulfilled faster, so the waiting list for our most popular items (Read: Chicago FlagNecklaces, Sticky Bras, etc!!) won’t be so long. In terms of clothing, you can expect a lot of the same. I know that the reason you shop at Envy is because we provide unique clothing and affordable prices. I’m not going to rip that away from you! But without corporate buyers, we’ll have the opportunity to bring in what you specifically ask for.  Also, you may see some items above our typical $40 price point when the item is worth it—we will never, ever, ever mark up items just for the heck of it (I hate that!!). But the $40 price point has restricted us from carrying some shoes, coats, and jewelry that we know you will love and value. So, it’s not a huge change, but it’s definitely one that will make the store even better than it already is.

Another change:

I know how everyone loves online shopping--- Our new website will be e-commerce ready and you can peruse our inventory from your own home 24/7. However, we still would love to see you every now and again, so don’t forget to come visit us in Downtown Evanston!

Finally…. We’re Getting a New Name!!

Envy will become 522 Envy—as in, 522 Davis Street.

What will stay the same:

Our location!! Come visit us at 522 Davis Street in Downtown Evanston, and soon online at 522envy.com (formerly www.EnvyMyOutfit.com)

Our staff: We’re not changing ownership or management, so you can expect your regular Envy personal stylist to help you shop for outfits and gifts just like they always have.

Our passion for our customers: The whole reason for this change is because I realized that my boutique could serve you better. I have to opportunity to provide you with more of what you want, and hopefully soon we will be your favorite boutique in Evanston!!

I am so excited about this change, and I hope you are, too!! In the meantime, if you’ve learned anything about me in the last few years, you know that I like to throw parties, so get on our email list now because you better believe our Grand Reopening party is going to be a big one!!

Sincerely,

Kristi Pawlowicz

Owner, (Soon-to-be) 522 Envy

Tips to Shopping BOGO

It's the Season of Giving Sale Shopping!

This week, Envy has just started our customer favorite:

 Buy One Get One 50% Off Our Entire Stock!

This sale is centered around gift giving and building the perfect outfit for your loved ones, while staying within the budget.

Since everything in our store is under $40, this BOGO deal is perfect for packaging up a thoughtful gift and keeping it under a the spending limit. 

For instance:

Faux Leather Military Jacket

$31.98

+ 

Festive Shimmer Lattice Scarf

$13.98 becomes $6.99

= A gift she will LOVE for $38.97

Debut Cardigan in Light Pink

$29.98

+

Flannel Top in Navy/Magenta

$21.98 becomes $10.99

+ 

Pink Rhinestone Princess Necklace

$16.98

+

Fleece Lined Leggings

$8.98 becomes $4.49

= An ENTIRE outfit for $62.44

Shopping for 2 people? Here's how to do it:

                                          Outfit 1                                                          Outfit 2

Fringe Cardigan in Cream

from Outfit 1

$34.98

+

Flannel Top in Blue/Red

from Outfit 2

$21.98 becomes $10.99

+

Twisted Piko Top

from Outfit 2

$19.98

+

Fresh Fall Infinity Scarf

from Outfit 1

$15.98 becomes $7.99

= 2 adorable gifts for $73.94

(that's $36.97 each!!)

The savings aren't even the best part-- when you shop at Envy, you always receive hands-on help!

We will do the coordinating & put all these gifts together, so you can shop stress-free!

Let us help you finish your shopping list!

Meet Danira from Triple V Clothing!

Mark you calendars! 

This weekend you will have the opportunity to meet the owner of Triple V Clothing, an e-commerce clothing store based in Evanston! Triple V Clothing will be hosting a pop-up shop at Envy from November 7th - November 9th. Currently, Triple V is only available online at www.Shop3V.com, so this is your opportunity to come and try it all on in person!

We interviewed Danira Alihodzic, the CEO and Founder of Triple V, so you can learn a little more about her and the brand. She will be at Envy all weekend, so stop by and meet her in person!

About Shop3V.com:

Triple V Clothing is modern, contemporary and unique clothing hand-picked by Danira. The price point is amazing but even better, Triple V Clothing gives a portion of it’s proceeds to charities. 

Briefly describe your story:

I was working at a law firm and simply decided one day that it made sense for me to start my own business and do something I truly love. The business plan was drawn up the same day, and here we are.

Where did the concept for Shop3V.com come from?

I was getting sick of seeing the exact same clothes at all the stores I was shopping at, and noticed that my friends were too. I decided to give us an option that wouldn’t leave us worrying if 3 other girls would have the same dress at the same party.

What is the best thing about being Founder & CEO (Chief Hustler)?

The best thing would have to be the creative freedom. I get to pull inspiration directly from my surroundings and pour it into the brand. It’s nice because my customers are girls like me, I get them – they get me. There isn’t a buying meeting at the 100^th floor of some fancy building with a handful of stuffy businesspeople whose main goal is money. I feel like that’s what Triple V’s customers appreciate.

Where do you draw your inspiration from?

Would it be super cliché to say life? Yeah? Ok.
It would be difficult to narrow it down to one major thing, but my friends and family are probably a huge part of what inspires me. Each of them is so different, yet somehow they all mesh. Their styles blend together and end up in our clothes. I’d like to think there is something for everyone at Triple V, and that’s a direct result of my friends and family.

What is your best selling item at Shop3V.com?

Everybody was going absolutely crazy over a denim coat we had last season! So much so that we’ll be re-introducing it in the Spring.

Describe your personal style.

I’m such a chameleon. One day I’m super sophisticated and sleek in all black, the next I’m channeling my inner 90’s grunge diva with a vintage band tee and purple ombre. But that’s the beauty of fashion; we get to be whatever we want to be.

What is your favorite thing about fall in Chicago?

The clothes! I’m not a fan of 90-degree weather, so when it drops down to 60’s and I get to shop for sweaters, hats, and boots – I am ecstatic! Also, the gorgeous lakeside walks in early fall. Our city is stunning!

Three things in your bag:

My liquid eyeliner by NYC – fall is the ultimate season for a bold cat eye, and this gem lasts forever and is such a bargain at $3!

MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Line lip liner in 3C – my ULTIMATE obsession at the moment. Move over, Kylie Jenner.

Business cards, because you never know when an opportunity can come knocking!

What is one thing our readers would be surprised to hear about you:

I lived in 7 different countries and 11 different cities by the age of 13. I’ve added London, UK to the list since then.

Check Triple V Clothing out on Facebook

And come meet Danira in person at Envy this weekend!! Can't wait to see you all there!