Splurge

SPLURGE!!! I even love the name!
Yesterday I had the delightful pleasure of stopping in and spending some time discovering a boutique in the Myers Park section of Charlotte with a friend who was visiting. Let’s just say that if I ever need to start 100% over with clothing… this will be a key stop for my wardrobe rebuild. I’m going to say it out loud… it might be the replacement for me with Ralph Lauren… this was truly an amazing shop with inspired owners who know how to dress tall women. The new LA trifecta may be St. John, Lilly and Splurge! I feel a little dirty for cheating on Ralph! I can’t really speak for what they can do for those who are vertically challenged… but man alive, I could have bought 100 things there and been quite happy!
Many of the brands they carry, including their phenomenal leather goods from GiGi New York, are sourced and made IN THE USA!!! I bought 11 items and all but one were made in one of our 50 states and I tell you, I just feel better not buying things made in China and being able to buy US goods is an extra WIN in my opinion! Luxurious fabrics-​body conscious or flowing fit-​and a wonderful mix of both neutrals and color POP pieces… yes, please!
They carry staples, special pieces, lingerie, accessories, lovely jewelry and it’s clear they are more curator than buyer. The collections featured as they welcome the autumnal pieces in are clearly thoughtfully considered and edited by women who know not only fashion but what is going to work well with things you’ve worn for years and new pieces in fresh silhouettes. They are special without being odd. Unique without going on that couture side that is both price prohibitive and typically something you’d not want to be seen wearing in Charlotte. Or beyond a svelte size 2.
Reasonably priced, I did not see anything that took my breath away from a tag perspective, just from a DANG THIS LOOKS FABU point of view.
This is a boutique where it’s not about sales, it is about service. I felt more as if they were facilitating my ability to round out my wardrobe than looking to hit a dollar goal in their cash register. The zest and passion for quality is evident from the moment you walk in the door.
I love to support locally owned boutiques, US made items and wear beautifully made clothing. This is a new favorite stop for me, hope it will be for you, too!