Principessa Children's Boutique

Principessa supports the 3/50 Project

2009-04-23T13:47:00.005-05:00

My newest grassroots interest. Participating in this wonderful moments. The 3/50 project. Pick 3 of your favorite small brick and mortar stores that you would hate to see go out of business. No chains. Can be anything from a store like Principessa to your hair salon. Promise to spend $50 a month at each of them. See the money stay in the economy! Save your favorite business.Click here to

Help Fight Hunger & Win a Chance to be a Model for Principessa Children's Boutique

2009-02-24T18:28:00.003-06:00

Help Fight Hunger & Win a Chance to be a Model for Principessa Children's BoutiqueMartha Abelson Photography will be offering complimentary five minute mini photo sessions for boys and girls in and around Highland Park's own Principessa Children's Boutique on Saturday March 14 from 10am to noon. Three winners will be selected at random to be featured in an upcoming in-store display and on the

Update to my customers on my quest to ammend HR4040

2009-01-12T17:06:00.003-06:00

Principessa Children's BoutiqueCPSC Update #2 Dear Friends!I really feel truly that I can call you "friends" after this week. When I first sat down to write my store email list last Sunday night, I was writing from my heart regarding the fate of my store. By Monday afternoon when most of you had started reading my email, the outpouring of support for Principessa became truly something of

Urgent Help Needed. Please call your Congressman NOW.

2009-01-05T10:33:00.000-06:00

Its with a sad heart that I write this note to my customers. Many of you are returning from 2 weeks of warm weather and vacation. During the past two weeks its come to our attention that Principessa may no longer be able to sell children's consignment clothing after Feb 10tht and possibly any of our current inventory of new clothes or toys in stock due to a congressional legislation called House

Aimee's Birthday Sale at Principessa

2008-11-09T15:58:00.002-06:00

I'm not sure why its taken me this long to update the blog. I am usually so "good" about it.Current store news.. Its fun to have a sale.. so in honor of Aimee's birthday we'll be starting the sale Tuesday on Veterans Day. The kids may be off from school but bring them in to shop!All Pink tags will be 25% off.All Purple tags will be 15% off.The consignment sale excludes Party clothes.On the new

HALLOWEEN COSTUMES FOR CONSIGNMENT?

2008-09-08T21:11:00.001-05:00

You've asked me so I'm listening! Many customers have asked if I'm collecting or selling Halloween costumes. It may be a bit late since its already September but worth a try. If you have GREAT CONDITION and GENTLY USED ONLY halloween costumes that are clean and have all the pieces lets start a Halloween Rack!Requirements.. must be CLEAN.. please inspect the costume for missing buttons, snaps,

Thousands of new items for consignment

2008-08-17T10:50:00.004-05:00

Anyone need back to school? We are packed wall to wall with new fall clothing on the consignment side. Gorgeous Oilily, Flowers by Zoe, True Religion, Juicy, Tractor, It Jeans, Tyeydye brands, and even some Burberry for boys and girls. The boys side has handsome Polo in short and long sleeve, Gold Rush, Wes & Willy, Charlie Rocket, and awesome Sports themed jerseys and sports clothes. Need a

Back to School and photo sessions with Martha Abelson Photography

2008-08-05T08:03:00.004-05:00

Dear Friends and Customers!Thank you to everyone who came by and visited us at Sidewalk Sale. We had an amazing 4 days of lovely weather and a great time seeing old and new friends. I know the weather is still sunny and the kids are at camp for a few more days but I had to finally admit its almost Back To School time! Principessa is ready for the change of season and our Consignment side is

News, Updates, and Gift show excitement

2008-07-20T17:51:00.003-05:00

Okay big news!!!! Consignment is now 50% off! So all clothes in the store are 50% off (exclusions apply to SmartGirlsTees and Sweetie Petite Tees). Come shop until you drop!Other fun news. The Highland Park Sidewalk Sale starts Thursday. Come visit Principessa in front of Starbucks at Port Clinton. We will have major gift sales and all our new clothes on sale. Come by and say hi. Look for us

Join our Facebook Page

2008-07-16T00:22:00.001-05:00

I know I've mentioned my Facebook sickness here before. But I've officially made it a reason to be online. I've created a facebook page for Principessa. Another way to stay updated on sales, coupons etc.Come on over and join the group!http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=29809740621&ref=mfSee you over there soon!Aimee

SALE!

2008-07-01T18:15:00.002-05:00

Our biggest sale yet has now started. All new with tag clothing (white tags) are 50% off and all consignment is 20% off. All sales are final and there are a few exclusions. Come shop now to find your sizes first!See you soon!Aimee

Accepting Fall Consignments

2008-06-22T22:18:00.004-05:00

Its the first days of actual summer but Principessa is already gearing up for fall and back to school. We've grown by leaps and bounds since our first days in October 2007 and the consignments have grown in size as well. We've decided to do something a bit radical.. we are accepting fall consignments now!Why? Many great reasons.. mostly because it will help you to clear your closets now of the

A new online obsession for us almost 40somethings?

2008-06-02T23:13:00.003-05:00

What is up with Facebook? I've gotten obsessed after my sister-in-law and mother-in-law told me to play scrabulous in early April... I signed up.. (sorry I hate that game).. and it seems that everyone else around me is too. If you are on Facebook friend me. I just joined up my husband tonight and he's already working on beating my friend list. (Go figure). In the meantime Chloe has learned

Our First Memorial Day Sale! Starting now!!!

2008-05-20T16:47:00.003-05:00

Greetings!Our First Memorial Day Sale! Starting now!!!Customers like you make doing business a real pleasure. In honor of warm weather, Memorial Day, and just because its a 3 day weekend... we are having a SALE! All new designer clothing with the "WHITE" tags are now 20% off and all consignment with "PINK" tags are 10% off. This sale excludes all gift items in the store. All sales are FINAL

OH MY.. the most awesome gifts are heading in!

2008-05-13T22:33:00.005-05:00

I have this "fever" of sorts. Its not spring fever, its not ready for summer fever (albeit I am)... its buying the cutest and most awesome gifts for the store fever. I can't stop. It hits me day and night. I email with girlfriends from all over the country (my eBay girls) as I call them. I suggest a few, they suggest a few back. Its insane.. as I have become as well these days.A "gotta" have

EarthDay Shopping at Principessa!

2008-04-17T23:44:00.004-05:00

Consignment shopping and Earth Day!Go green on April 22nd for Earth Day and come shop consignments at Principessa.Did you know that consignment shopping was helping our environment? Although we at Principessa don't like to refer to the gorgeous clothes as "recycled" ..consignment shopping is really another great way to help reduce waste! If you really think about how you are helping to reduce the

Ty Girlz Buy One Get One Free Month

2008-04-14T12:11:00.003-05:00

Ty Girlz and Principessa are working together to promote these fabulous products.April 14th through May 11th. Don’t miss out on what is sure to be the talk of the playground! Ty Girlz are better than ever and building momentum every day. These fresh-face little beauties with their hip styles and trendy fashions are becoming a must have for pre-teen girls! Best of all, the Ty Girlz

Back to regular hours!!!

2008-03-27T20:24:00.002-05:00

Dear Friends.Thanks for putting up with our crazy hours the past couple of weeks. Early last week my 97 year old grandmother passed away in California and I quickly jumped on a plane and flew to San Francisco with Chloe for a week. Which ultimately meant the store was closed for 7 days. Starting Friday March 28th we are ready to be open regular hours again! Please come in and see all the

REDUCED HOURS DURING SPRING BREAK

2008-03-16T14:56:00.002-05:00

Just wanted to put a quick post out that we'll be having reduced hours during spring break starting March 20th. The main reason is that I'm short staffed and that I have my 7 year old off from school. Please call us at 847-926-0500 to hear our voice mail which will relay any store hour closings. I'll try to post actual hours later this week. Thank you for understanding.Aimee

Spring at Principessa!!!!

2008-02-29T22:54:00.002-06:00

Below is a copy of our March Email-Newsletter that went out on Feb 28/29. If you didnt get a copy of our letter feel free to join our mailing list on the website. Thanks!AimeeJust in case you didn't know its Spring at Principessa. (Such wishful thinking!)Did you see us in the Chicago Tribune Sunday paper this month? Wow it was amazing! Here's the link in case you missed it! http://

Last days for President's Birthday Day Sale

2008-02-20T18:50:00.005-06:00

If you havent heard, Principessa is offering 10% off anything in the store if you bring in a birthday party invite for any child's birthday in the future. Thought we'd help celebrate Presidents day as well! The Birthday discount is good until the 29th of Feb!Good news.. Spring is in! Lots of fabulous NEW spring clothing have arrived. We have some adorable sets from the Dutch brand Me Too.

Check us out in the Sunday Chicago Tribune Feb 3rd

2008-02-01T20:42:00.000-06:00

Thank you to Kelly Haramis, a reporter for the Chicago Tribune Q Section who wrote a lovely article about Principessa. Here's a link to the online article. We are very proud (and qvelling) about the wonderful piece. If you havent been in to check us out please do soon! We have lots of Cruise wear coming in daily. We also attended the Chicago gift show two weeks ago and have some awesome new

January Promotion with Martha Abelson Photography!

2007-12-30T21:37:00.000-06:00

Happy New Years!We are so excited to share our newest promotion for January!Spend $200 at Principessa during January and receive a complimentary 15 minute photo session with North Shore Children's Photographer Martha Abelson. Please see below for details on the photo shoot. All January purchases qualify for Martha's photoshoot. Reservations are required and space will be limited.You are

Whats currently in stock?

2007-12-17T21:35:00.000-06:00

Here is a preview of what you can find on the consignment side of the the store as of Dec 14th:Winter Coats and Jackets:Girls- Juicy, NorthFace, Ugg, Hanna Andersson, Deux Par Deux, Oilily Jacadi, Lili Guafrette, Widgeon and more.Boys- Jean Bourget, NorthFace, Deux Par Deux, Rothchild, Columbia, Petit Bateau and moreGirls Baby sizes -6Oilily, Jacadi, Deux Par Deux, Juicy Couture, Ave Blu,

Holiday Hours for Dec 21- Jan 5th!

2007-12-15T19:36:00.001-06:00

Due to the upcoming winter school break, Principessa will also have limited hours the week of Christmas and New Years. Call 847-926-0500 with any questions. No Consignment will be accepted during these 2 weeks.Friday Dec 21st 2:30-5pmSat Dec 22nd 10-5pmSun Dec 23 Closed Mon Dec 24 ClosedTuesday Dec 25th ClosedWed Dec 26th ClosedThursday 27th - Open 10-2pmFriday 27th- Open 10-2pm Sat 28th -

Principessa Rewards- Come and get them!

2007-12-06T21:06:00.000-06:00

Have you started your rewards card yet? Any purchase in $20 increments qualifies for a check mark on our new rewards card. Once you spend $260 you will get $25 in store credit on your next purchase. Its so easy! We even file the cards for you so you dont have to lose them in your wallet!Look for a great promotion in January. Martha Abelson Photography will be teaming up with us to do a mini-

Have you visited us yet? Well come in!

2007-11-18T15:47:00.001-06:00

Here are some weekend pictures of the store. Please come on in and say hi. We have amazing gifts for Chanukah and Christmas already in and more coming this week. Aimee

Shoes-- Shoes-- Shoes

2007-11-12T19:42:00.000-06:00

Do you have a child with tiny feet? Or know a new walker? If you do I have lovely new in box Naturino, Aster, and Mod8 shoes for boys and girls mostly Euro Sizes 19-20-21 on the floor now. Come in and grab then when you can. They are $30 a pair. There are some other sizes as well located in the store. All of these shoes come from the Naturino store which closed end of July. We all miss Michael

Bathingsuits arrive for Vacation time!

2007-11-06T18:42:00.000-06:00

I have to share.. The bathingsuits are here!I have 8 different styles for girls 2t-12. They are the cutest I've seen and the most amazing pricepoint! Come in to check them out and see all the great new gift items that also arrived today!Aimee

Week 2- So much going on!

2007-11-04T22:45:00.001-06:00

I want to thank everyone who has come into the store the past two weeks. As of Saturday we are officially 2 weeks old! If you havent already been into the store please come check us out. Our consignment section is amazing!!! I have a lovely boys section newborn to age 7/8 and girls newborn to teen. The floor is filled with consignment from brands like Oilily, Juicy, Tractor, Ave Blu, Flowers By

Saturday was a success!

2007-10-22T21:22:00.000-05:00

My soft opening was fabulous. Thanks to everyone that came and checked out the new store. Even with very little publicity for the soft opening it was busy all day. We stayed open an hour past our closing! My girls Stephanie and Sara worked there tails off wrapping and organizing. I'm so lucky to have so many friends and family.Keep an eye out for our Grand Opening party. I havent set a date

Pictures of the store.. Not quite done but almost!

2007-10-18T21:50:00.000-05:00

Here are some pictures I took yesterday. I'm still not 100% ready but almost! Come on in and visit us!Please look for my ad in the Pioneer Press Trend section. 847-926-0500<- new store number453 ROGER WILLIAMSHIGHLAND PARKHours:Tuesday- Friday 10-5Saturday 10-3:30And by appointment

OPENING THIS SATURDAY

2007-10-15T21:27:00.000-05:00

Assuming all city of Highland Park Permits are in, I will be opening on Saturday. This is not my big Grand Opening.. but a "soft" opening. So plan on a big party early November. Come on by and say hi! We have lots of birthday party gifts, fabulous clothing and a load of fun! And I wrap too!Aimee

I must be doing something right.

2007-09-30T10:57:00.000-05:00

Just found out that my Esme order was cancelled by the MFG yesterday. Another local store which I'll call "M" in Deerfield apparently turned me in to the company as a thrift store with an eBay store. Well number 1.. I am NOT a thrift store. My fabulous store is by far a thrift store. I think the amount of Juicy Couture, Lemon, Oilily, and designer jeans going on the floor as consignment

Martha is one rocking photographer!

2007-09-15T21:49:00.001-05:00

I have to share. My friend Martha Abelson is truly one rocking photographer! Martha, who is also a friend of mine, is going to be my "in house" photographer. She's amazing! Martha and I became friends last year through our kids who were in the same class at Ravinia school. Martha did a photoshoot at the beach today with my daughter and neice and nephew. Ages 6, 7, and 5. The idea was to have

Barcoding and miscellaneous....

2007-09-14T16:48:00.001-05:00

These days you can find me in my basement starting the barcoding process. All of the consignment clothing has been stored in my basement and labeled with each consignor's name. I've gone through 3 clients and have over 500 items barcoded this week. Only about 35+ more bags of clothes. I'm thrilled to have so many great items and new clients. Thanks to everyone who is calling and referring

More stuff to share!

2007-08-21T22:18:00.000-05:00

Another day closer to opening. Thanks for all the good luck emails and advice on brands you love. I still have way more to share! My good friend Francine has a darling line of girls tee shirts called SmartGirlsTees. She and her sister-in-law Kim started this company to make tee's with "smart" messages. Wait until you see them! They are great. You can click on the link to her web page on the links

Shopping at Market Infant and toddler Part 2.

2007-08-14T20:43:00.001-05:00

Okay.. so the other items I wanted for the store were little people items. I wanted some layette to use as gift items, some princess style items, and some little ones clothing.I started with Haute Baby. A cute line that the rep said alot of movie stars are dressing their kids in. Very sweet. There is a birthday dress, a 2pc set in pink, a hot pink top with biker style shorts, and two other

When I say no walls.. I mean we have no walls!

2007-08-05T13:32:00.000-05:00

Here are some pic's from the inside of what will eventually be the store. There are alot of build-out and changes to be done to the front windows and inside walls ceiling etc. I'm hoping they get going this week. I dont have much to do but just wait for the city to approve permits. Time is ticking away for me as Camp is almost over for my daughter which means I lose my free time until school

The Chicago Gift Show!

2007-07-25T21:25:00.001-05:00

Can I tell everyone that I had the most amazing weekend? Saturday I went to the gift show at the merchandise mart. It was my first time going. It was like one giant mega mall of teeny stores. Although alot of the gift show was schlock (totally my opinion). Many booths were filled wtih horrible touristy items made for little local stores in small cities. I guess there is always something for

Obsessive Behavior.. I just can't stop

2007-07-17T23:39:00.000-05:00

How do I explain what it feels like to eat, sleep, and drink this store? It never ends. I spend my day staring at websites like www.jamesgirone.com and www.bubblenewyork.com looking for fabulous new and trendy upcoming brands to fill the store with. I get so caught up in this new world of "fun" I have to reign myself back in. My daughter gets on the bus to go to camp at 8:10. I'm off and

Why I needed to open the store!

2007-07-16T14:27:00.000-05:00

Earlier this year I had an Oprah "aha" moment. It was a cold Chicago winter day. I was sitting at my kitchen desk, listing clothing on eBay, and watching All My Children (as I do every day I am home at noon). It was a moment in time like a reality check for me. It was almost like this... I looked up at my TV and said out loud to nobody but me.. Am I doing this every day for the rest of my life?