STORE CLOSING

I first of all want to thank everyone who has supported SSB since we opened in March of 2011 & even in the year before that with our trunk shows. This has been an exciting journey for me & I have been able to support so many different causes, meet amazing people & learn more about myself than I ever could have without Southern Swank.
Deciding to close this store has been a decision I have spent many hours in prayer about & shed a lot of tears. More than anything because of the wonderful customer relationships I have built & the amazing girls God has blessed me with during the time we have been open. I am so thankful for everything & everyone.
During the last year God has began to deal with me concerning writing books & devotionals for women (writing has always been a passion of mine) & has recently began to open doors for me for full time ministry. One thing I have learned about God is that sometimes He will ask you to give up something you love & you think is so great but it is only to lead you to something greater. I know this is a necessary step to be led into the next phase of my life.
I wanted to share a quote from Pastor Jentzen Franklin's book "Spirit of Python" that describes me & this time in my life so well...
“ I don’t often feel very wise, mighty, or noble. In fact, there are times when I feel like I fail God miserably. In the eyes of the world that spells failure. But in the eyes of God, it is exactly what He is looking for—those who will be dependent upon Him to do great and mighty things.” I am far from perfect & feel like I am the last person on earth He could use, but thankfully God isn't moved on how we feel but on our obedience & willingness to allow Him to use us.

So, while this is a sad time for me, it is also so exciting as I take this step of obedience into what God is calling me to do. Thank you again for everything you have done to be a part of SSB!

Now Let's talk business..
We have not set an exact close date but it will be by the end of May & our Official Store Closing Sale Will Begin on Tuesday 4/28.  We will still honor gift cards & store credits up to the time of closing but urge that you go ahead & use them as early as you can get in so that you don't forfit them. If you have a return from a purchase prior to today's date (& still within our return policy limits) please go ahead & return it asap. The website will close at the same time the store does. 
All sales made during our Closing Event Sale will be final




Much Love & Many Blessings
Amanda

Romper Room

It is defiantly starting to warm up outside this week... and we love it!!!  So we wanna show you some of out super super cute rompers! They are great for your spring transition ... and we have 1 that is 25% off TODAY only! Check out some of our latest romper styles!

Wild About You Romper - 25% OFF

Mint Condition Romper

Such a Sweetheart Romper

Rompers are great to get through Spring! Just add a great denim jacket or cardigan for cool spring nights!  Always flattering and work for your wardrobe all the way through summer!! Check them out at Southernswankboutique.com!!!

Spring Cardigans

They are light weight, in a great variety of hues, and perfect for spring days!  We love Spring Cardigans! We have them in a multitude of colors!

A perfect pairing with white jeans a tank.  Beautiful with boyfriend jeans and a Tee.  Try it with dress pants for work.  Even perfect with shorts in the summer for cooler nights!  This is a must have, a classic!

Check out the new colors we have in our Hide & Go Chic Cardigan for Just $29.50!

In Irish Green

In Yellow

In Lipstick Pink

In Coral

This is the PERFECT transition piece... and honestly just plain great year around!! We have limited quantities... so grab them while you can! 

Instagram Recap

We know that most of you all follow us on Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest.  We are always posting new outfits, last calls, special coupons, and telling you about our fabulous Blog.  Well we just wanted to put together a few of our favorite Instagram moments in a collage to show you all the great styling tips & words of inspiration that are our personal favorites. 

Yesterday we caught Styling Fever… We just could not help ourselves!  We just kept putting together some of the greatest outfits with what we have in store!! Check out these New Insta Styles - 

Calm & Collected Cardigan (Sold Out), Barely Basic in Black: $27.50, All Eyes on Me Leggings: $15, 

Liz Crossbody Bag: $24, Bound & Determined Wedges in Black: $36

Lace Affair: $44, Damsel in Distress Cut Offs: $27.50, Sole Mate Shoes in Cognac: $36 

Jewelry in Store Only

Denim Daze Top: $36, Clean Slate Skirt: $34, Barbie Girl Wedges: $42

Jewelry In Store Only

Hide & Go Chic Cardigan in Irish Green: $29.50, Sweet Necessities Tee in Navy & White: $31, 

White Skinnies: $40,  Sole Mate Shoes in Cognac: $36 

Jewelry In Store Only

To keep up with our Latest Stylings & New Arrivals follow us on Instagram @southernswankboutique

Also, since we missed a few blogs… We have something special just for YOU!  Staring TODAY through March 14 @ 9am - You can get 10% off of an ENTIRE PURCHASE (including sale merchandise)!!!!  Just use CODE: BLOG to receive your discount!  Or if you mention the BLOG code in store you can also receive your 10% off!!  We have some great new stuff in right now, so don't miss out on the extra savings!!

Talk to you on Tuesday!

Spring Trend: Pastel Blazer

We LOVE blazers. Period.  No matter what season, color, or style... they are always flattering.  Oversized, classic, tuxedo, pastel, frilled, and the list goes on.  They do what a cardigan can, but with a little extra cinch and panache.  A blazer is a very stately and confident piece of clothing.  Not matter the woman or outfit, she will make a statement in any room.  Even if you are only wearing a graphic tee and leggings, throw on a blazer and you simply POP!

This spring Pastel Blazers seem to be hitting the runway, retail stores, and your closet in a fast way.  Well, we could not be happier! We love this trend!!! Not because it is so simple to use with such an amazing impact... but because it is so much fun to wear!

Perfect with a Romper or Dress... Just to add a little something extra.

Sweet as a Peach Blazer: $29.50, Mint Condition Romper: $49.50, Seahorse Necklace: $40,

Rectangular Pave Bracelet: $40, Bound & Determined Wedges in Taupe: $36

Great with your Winter or Spring Whites for a clean and polished look.

Sweet as a Peach Blazer: $29.50, White Camisole: $15, Clean Slate Skirt: $34, 

Tortoise Necklace: $40, Gold Cuff: $21, Rectangular Pave Bracelet: $40, 

Bound & Determined Wedges in Taupe: $36

And great with Spring Patterned leggings to take you from to a step up from casual.

Sweet as a Peach Blazer: $29.50, Black Camisole: $15, Gold Drip Enamel Necklace: $19,

Floral Leggings: $15, Bound & Determined Wedges in Taupe: $36,

Gold Cuff: $21, Rectangular Pave Bracelet: $40

We have been running slim on these lovely blazers (which just so happen to be a steal), but we have more coming in on Friday!  Also, those lovely denim jackets you were promised... Will be here today!!  Can't wait to see you in store or your order pop up online!

Inspiration Piece: Denim Jacket

Levi's released it's "Type 1" Denim Jacket, it's first, in 1936.  Clint Eastwood showed men how to bare their denim in the Westerns of the 1960's... And even though women were wearing them long before, Thelma and Louise showed women a thing or two about denim in 1991.  The iconic movie rocked the box office and the fashion world forever!  

Well... We decided to take this iconic wardrobe staple and play it up with some of our great new dresses & rompers to show you how perfect we can make it work!

Pocket Full of Posies Dress: $69, Bound & Determined Wedges in Black: $36,

Green Pendant Necklace: $36

Wild About You Romper: $48, Bound & Determined Wedges in Black: $36,

White Bubble Necklace: $25

Such a Sweet Heart Romper: $59, Bound & Determined Wedges in Taupe: $36, 

Gold Drip Enamel Necklace: $19

High Maintenance JUDITH MARCH dress: $98, Sole Mate Shoes: $36,

Gold Drip Enamel Necklace: $19

Now, Please don't think that we are only advocating to wear this amazing jacket with just a dress... We LOVE it with everything down to t shirts or leggings.  There is nothing a denim jacket can't make its way through.  No matter, Preppy, Bohemian, or Punk Rock, a denim jacket always has a place in your closet!  We have a brand new shipment coming in tomorrow - They will only be $36.50! Keep watching us on Instagram, Facebook, & Pinterest for our new Roadhouse Blues Denim Jacket to hit online!  We just wanted to give you guys a little sneak peak! Comment and tell us your favorite ways to wear a denim jacket! Talk to you on Thursday!

Pinspired Outfits

Pinterest has proven it self as a great tool in the social media world.  It can be a marketing tool, an inspiration board, a recipe book, a wish list, and the possibilities go on and on.  So many people, including all the ladies here, sometimes use Pinterest as a point of inspiration, whether it is a craft, recipe, or outfit... so now that idea is forever "Pinspired!"  

We love looking at fashion on Pinterest!  We get to see what other people are doing with fashion, how they are wearing it, and get some awesome ideas about what we can bring to you!  We love having Pinspired Outfits.  Most of the time, when you see that great little outfit, every piece is so expensive... Well we are duplicating some of the most Pinspired Trends and Looks on a Budget!  Check it out...

Pinspired Outfit #1: Floral Kimono 

Left photo from styledomaine.com

Turquoise in Caicos Kimono: $29.50, White Tank: $15, Jeggings: $38, Bound & Determined in Taupe: $36, 

Liz Crossbody bag in Coral: $24, Gold Chain Link Bracelet: $24, Rectangular Pave Bracelet: $40

Pinspired Outfit #2: Pastel Blazer with Navy Striped Shirt

Left Photo had no ID

Sweet as a Peach Blazer: $29.50, Sweet Necessity Tee in Navy/White: $31, Jeggings: $38, 

 Bound & Determined in Taupe: $36, White Bubble Necklace: $25, Liz Crossbody Bag in Gold: $24,

Gold Chain Link Bracelet: $24, Rectangular Pave Bracelet: $40

3. Pinspired Outfit #3: Fresh Mint Skirt with a Crisp White Top

Left Photo via Tarah Murray 

Creme Brulee Top: $23.50, Feelin' Flirty Skirt in Mint: $34, Bound & Determined in Taupe: $36,

Charlotte Tote: $40, Gold Chain Link Bracelet: $24, Rectangular Pave Bracelet: $40, 

Diamond Cluster Necklace: $28

We have been getting in some great new merchandise for Spring... So we just wanted to style a few up for ya, just the way we like!  We know that you have been seeing these looks and trends done up with different details on Pinterest and everywhere else!  

Make sure that you are following us on Our Pinterest Page to see our new arrivals, what is inspiring us, and what is coming next!!!  Talk to you on Tuesday!