The NoLibs Shopping Spree Starts Today!

We'll be open from 11am-8pm to celebrate! We'll also be brewing some cider for our shoppers, and will be offering a free gift-wrap table!

Don't forget that all participating stores will be offering a progressive sale - the more places you shop the larger your discount becomes!

Great Gifts: Charms City Jewelry

 Looking for the perfect gift for the women in your life? Look no further than Charms City Jewelry! Based out of Baltimore, this small company makes jewelry for the "romantic, unconventional city dweller who craves the outdoors and has a quirky sense of humor".

This whimsical, fun, and affordable line has been a long time favorite for all of us here at Arcadia!

There's something for everyone!

XX,

Arielle

You're Invited to the DesignPhiladelphia PopUp Celebration!

You’re invited to PopUp Place – the 2012 DesignPhiladelphia Festival kick-off party. Join us for an evening of design exhibitions, fashion showcases, and outdoor revelry, set on the fringe of Northern Liberties at Provenance Architecturals, a 10,000 square-foot salvage warehouse.

The free PopUp Place Street Party will ignite the 900 block of cobblestone Canal Street. Explore Provenance Architecturals. Build an interactive architectural structure with Public Workshop. Hangout in the pallet lounge by Bonzai Homes. Catch the So Re Fa fashion show produced by Arcadia Boutique. Experience /adaptations/ – an exhibition on sustainable design. View outdoor projections by Matt Suib and Nadia Hironaka.

We'll see you there!

xoxo Christina

SoReFa at DesignPhiladelphia!

We'll be curating a fashion show with DesignPhiladelphia for their Opening Celebration! Wednesday, October 10th from 7:30pm-10pm at Provenance Architecturals featuring models from Wilhelmina of Philadelphia and hair and makeup by Moko, Philadelphia's Organic Beauty Salon! Philadelphia Magazine Fashion Editors Emily Goulet and Carrie Denny will be hosting the event with us!

Check out DesignPhiladelphia's Blog for more info on the PopUp Place Event: http://www.designphiladelphia.org/2012/09/popup-place-festival-kickoff/

The DesignPhiladelphia fashion show will feature five of Philadelphia's top designers - Cheryl Washington of CherylAna Organic Atelier, Melissa D'Agostino of D'AGOSTINO Fashion Textile Design, Seun Olubodun of Duke & Winston, Bela Shehu of NINObrand, and Sheldon Abba and Matt Gribben of Radlands Clothing.

RSVP through DesignPhiladelphia's Facebook Event here: http://www.facebook.com/events/410760185655756/

Pretty.Little.Things by Mary Carnes

Inspired by Victorian and Edwardian period jewelry & hand-crated in Lancaster, Pennsylvania,  Mary Carnes' necklaces exude vintage charm in the most luxurious sense.  She sources forgotten treasures from antique shops & flea markets around the state, and pairs them with beautiful beads and segments of antique chains to create gorgeous one-of-a-kind jewelry. Hand engraved lockets, real gold-filled and silver-plated mechanical pencils from decades past, and authentic horse shoe charms are just tiny parts of her creations.  Stop by Rittenhouse to check out the collection! 

My two favorites are at the bottom, so be sure to scroll down!

Cheers,
Alex

To inquire about any of the pieces, please call 267-519-3634. 

Round Engraved Locket Necklace, $425

Silver Plated Mechanical Pencil Necklace, $395

Square Locket Pendant Necklace, $350

Gold Fill Mechanical Pencil Necklace, $395

Attic Clearance Sale at Rittenhouse this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!

Join us for our first annual Winter Attic Clearance Sale
upstairs at Arcadia Rittenhouse. Find Fall & Winter styles for
 up to 85% off on our 2nd floor, plus 15% store-wide on all full priced merchandise, including all new "pre-spring" styles in both store locations!

Guys, don't think we forgot about you! We are bringing our
men's clearance items to Rittenhouse for the first time ever. Styles from Penguin, Crate, SkunkFunk & Alternative Apparel
will be marked down 40% to 60%.
You can also shop select men's clearance items online.

The sale will run Friday, January 27th through Sunday, January 29th.

Can't wait to see you there!

xo,

Arcadia Babes

Can't make it to the shop? Use code SPRAYTAN to receive 15% off site-wide this weekend only!

Start Shopping

 

Chilli Lime Kale Chips

I saw this yummy (and healthy) recipe online the other day.  Kale is in season right now - so I think I will try and make this some time this week.  These baked kale chips are a really great snack loaded with calcium, Vitamin A, C and many other important nutrients. 

Recipe and Images via Inspiredtaste.net

Chili Lime Kale Chips

Baked kale chips are so easy and fast. You can season kale chips with many flavorings, in this case we lift the flavor of earthy kale with bright lime and smoky chili powder.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 18 minutes

Yield: serves 2-4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Kale
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (the finer the better)
• zest of 1 lime
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• additional salt to taste

Method

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Remove the thick ribs from kale leaves then wash them thoroughly. Once washed, use a salad spinner to dry them completely (hand or paper towels will also work). If the kale leaves are not dry, they will steam instead of becoming crisp.
3. Tear the kale leaves into bite sized pieces then add them to a large bowl. Add olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon of salt then use tongs or your hands to toss the kale so the oil and salt distributes evenly.
4. Add the kale in one layer to a large baking sheet (you may need to work in batches). Then, bake in the oven until crisp, 10-12 minutes. If after 10-12 minutes the kale is not yet crisp, bake another 2-3 minutes, however, stay close to watch for the kale becoming overcooked/browned.
5. Remove the kale and while it is still hot, sprinkle with the lime zest and chili powder. Enjoy immediately.

I will be trying this soon!
Cheers,
Alex

Affirmations Yummy Aromatherapy candles

Happy January! We ♥ our locally poured Affirmations candles. Buy 3, get 1 free!  They come in 12+ delicious flavors...

$18 each

 

 

A Little FYI to our friends:

These candles are hand-poured into recyclable glass jars with 100% soy wax, and use Eco-friendly cotton wicks  !!

Cheers,
Alex

Tried & True: Kelly Lane

We <3 Kelly Lane Designs!

Part six of Arcadia's bestseller series features Kelly Lane Designs, created a stone's throw away in Pittsburgh, PA.  After being gifted a sewing machine from her husband in 2005, Kelly eagerly created her first vibrantly colorful collection.  She incorporates sustainable fabrics and the collections are always "ethically produced by a family-run business in New York’s garment district. The result is limited run, high-quality clothing with a conscience."

 

We've got many great fall & holiday pieces from Kelly in.  But hurry - they won't be on our racks for long!  Don't forget about last season's best-selling Asteroid Dress.

Cheers,

Alex

Tried & True: Stewart + Brown

Behold part five of our series focusing on Arcadia's best selling lines.  Stewart + Brown launched in 2002 by partners Karen Stewart and Howard Brown and were pioneers for the sustainable fashion movement.  Inspired by nature and a respect for taking the bare minimum from the Earth, the extensive collection boats luxurious winter knits, super comfortable jersey lounge wear, and a plethora of dress styles for any occasion.  To top it all off, they also donate a potion of profits to non-governmental environmental and social welfare organizations.

The epic duo: Karen & Howard

We've got lots of great Stewart+Brown pieces in for this fall/winter season.  Try on the Waffle Coat Sweater, our best-selling Jordie Leggings and the coziest Cowl Tunic Sweatshirt! 

Cheers,
Alex

Tried & True: Popomomo

Part four of Arcadia's Tried & True series featuring our best selling lines focuses on Popomomo.  Popomomo stands for Post-postmodern movement.  Each season the collection is inspired by the industrial world that surrounds us, but emphasizes the importance of sustainability in design.  All pieces are created in limited numbers and with fabrications that are not harmful for the environment, such as cupro and hemp.  Everything is designed and produced in Los Angeles, CA.

all images via popomomo.com

Stay tuned - our holiday order should be arriving any day!!

Cheers,
Alex