Having lived in Columbia for several years, and having had no sense of willpower, I got to know shopping in the capital city very well. When I first moved down to SC, I felt like there was somewhat of a lag in fashion and retail in much of the state; by the time I moved to Columbia things had started to change quickly, I was starting to see more of the local retailers carrying some of my favorite brands. I noticed one store seemed to be cutting it's own path and really getting in some of what I consider "advanced fashion", for lack of a better word. It was really exciting to me, and I'm sure to all the other fashion-savvy ladies in Cola who weren't finding those really special pieces in town.
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A view from inside |
I moved away, but on a subsequent visit to town I stopped by this store and was abbbbsolutely floored. The boutique was packed with so much gorgeous fashion that I had a slight panic attack. This fabulous boutique, Van Jean, had taken it to another level. Almost every designer I was crazy about was represented, the racks were filled with everything from beautiful gowns to cotton sundress; ya'll Van Jean even has ALL of your swim needs covered-handbags, shoes, sunglasses, Tory Burch IPAD CASES!!!, you name it. It was like a boutique department store, the promised land if you like. Not to mention that the store is beautifully decorated and merchandised; I could spend hours there.
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Tibi "Constellation" Dress |
I keep up with the store regularly through their Facebook page, etc. and they are consistently bringing in my favorite styles and designers. I honestly think Van Jean brought real, true fashion to Columbia .
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Hunter Dixon Dress with KJL Necklace |
Every time I see pictures from Columbia social events and ask friends about their outfits, they are straight from Van Jean. The owner, Melissa Blanchard, just knows what's up. I never thought I'd see the day when Marchesa was hitting the streets of good old Columbia . If you ever even drive near Columbia , it is worth taking the exit and heading over to Devine Street for a shopping power hour. As a matter of fact, it should probably be manditory.
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One of my faves, Marysia SWIM from Charleston |
A sample of what you'll find at Van Jean: Philip Lim, Rebecca Taylor, Milly, Marchesa, Ports 1961, Hunter Dixon, Tibi, Loeffler Randall, Kenneth Jay Lane, Jodi Arnold, Tucker, Leifsdottir. It goes on...
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Tibi Draped Dress and Tory Burch Jacket |
Not to mention, only a few doors away Melissa also owns Pout!, an luxurious makeup, skincare, and beautification outpost. (More on that later!)
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Tory Burch Laptop Case!!! Love. |
Visit Van Jean in Columbia :
2734 Devine Street
Call:
803.252.4339
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Nice post Fain! You know I love this place!
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