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News from 3.27.2009:

Stop by the Beehive Co-Op this Saturday for our Spring Sale and save 25% off all items storewide, including already reduced goods!


The Beehive Co-op is located at 1831 Peachtree Rd in Buckhead, just one block south of Collier Rd.

Designer’s Spring Clearance Event at Java U in Dunwoody

You may remember this location from our holiday market… and this time the designers are cleaning out their studios and bringing you top of the line merchandise at ultra low prices!

Monday, April 6 - Thursday, April 9

Hours: 10AM - 7PM, Thursday 10AM - 9PM

Location: 2458 Mount Vernon Road, at the intersection of Jett Ferry Rd

Sale items include jewelry, baby clothes, women’s clothing and accessories, soaps, bath & body products, and much more!

Inman Park Festival

During the last full weekend in April each year, Inman Park proudly presents a neighborhood festival widely regarded as Atlanta’s most spirited and eclectic. The 38th Annual Inman Park Spring Festival and Tour of Homes will take place:

Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26, 2009

For more information click here:
http://www.inmanparkfestival.org/festival.php

Other upcoming events include:

*GA Tech Sustainable Fashion Show on April 14th:

http://www.sos.gatech.edu/node/17

*Kirkwood Spring Fling Festival on May 16th at Bessie Branham Park, in the heart of Kirkwood:

http://www.kirkwoodfling.com/

*The Indie Craft Experience on May 30th & 31st in downtown ATL at Centennial Olympic Park:
http://www.ice-atlanta.com/

Thanks for your continued support!

News from 1.14.2009:

Happy New Year from Poetique Couture!

  You’re invited

  to the

  BEEHIVE CO-OP’S

  Bi-Annual

  WAREHOUSE SALE!

Shop independent local designers from 40 - 80% off!

Saturday, Jan. 17, 10am - 7pm

Sunday, Jan. 18, 11am - 5pm

Monday to Friday, Jan. 19 - 23, 10am - 6pm

Saturday, Jan. 24, 10am - 7pm

Also look for savings online on past season items at the Poetique Couture Web Store!

As always, thanks for supporting Poetique Couture, independent design, and sustainable fashion!

News from 11.11.08:

Poetique Couture’s Scoop on Sustainable Style Winter ‘08

Hello Friends!

With the holiday season quickly approaching, Poetique has been busy preparing for several upcoming artist markets and holiday shows! This is the time of year for unique festivals where you can find lots of one of a kind and handmade items that make perfect holiday gifts. Please take a moment to check out our list of upcoming shows below. Stop by and be inspired! And if you can’t make it to an event, you can always visit us in one of our many retail stores, or shop online via our web store:



November Events

Go green in style and give the gift of organic cotton this holiday season!

ICE ATL: Indie Craft Experience

This weekend! Saturday, November 15, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM



ICE will be held at Ambient + Photo Studio in downtown Atlanta. Ambient is located in the old “Southern Mills” building at

585 Wells St. SW, Unit A, Atlanta, GA 30312.

The Indie Craft Experience Holiday Shopping Spectacular 2008 will be a day of celebrating the best handmade indie goods around.

Paper Mill Market, East Cobb

This weekend! November 14 – 16, 2008. Friday and Saturday, 10 AM - 6 PM, and Sunday, 11 AM – 5 PM.



A European shopping experience in East Cobb’s Paper Mill Village. Located at the intersection of Johnson Ferry and Paper Mill Roads, behind the Starbucks (177 Village Parkway, Marietta, Georgia 30067).

The 3 day event will be held under a 6000 sq. ft. tent exhibiting an eclectic ensemble of great finds from decorative accessories & furniture accents, beautiful works of art from local artisans, handcrafted jewelry & objects d’art, gourmet foods & Holiday treasures throughout! $3 admission to benefit the Empty Stocking Fund.

Athens Indie Craftstravaganzaa

Saturday, November 22, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM



Athens Indie Craftstravaganzaa is a craft fair with a modern flair, bringing together regional artists, music and refreshments for a unique shopping experience in the vibrant downtown district of Athens, GA.

The Market will be held rain or shine in the parking lot on the corner of Clayton and Pulaski Streets, next door to Agora in downtown Athens.

December Events

Atlanta International School German Christmas Market

Saturday, Decmber 6, 2- 7 PM



Join us for a true German Christmas Market featuring handcrafted European style gifts, local art, holiday decorations, arts and crafts for kids, and traditional German food and beverages including Bratwurst, Raclette, Waffles, Stollen, Gluehwein and much more.

The Atlanta International School is located at 2890 North Fulton Drive in Buckhead (between Peachtree and Piedmont near Pharr Rd).

Serenbe Holiday Bazaar, Palmetto

Sunday, Decmber 7, 3 - 7 PM



Serenbe is a sustainable living community located just south of Atlanta in the newly formed city of Chattahoochee Hills. The area is protected with a master plan that calls for 80 percent green space. There is a beautiful Inn, several organic farms, horse stables, fabulous restaurants, an art gallery, upscale shops and much more! Serenbe is a must see and a wonderful day trip.

The 3rd Annual Serenbe Holiday Bazaar will be a unique event. An eclectic mix of pottery, photography, jewelry, paintings, and more by local and well known artists make for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Located in the Selbourne Courtyard. Visit SerenbeCommunity.com for directions.

The Beehive Co-Op Holiday Market at Java U in Dunwoody

Decmber 11 – 14, 2008. Thursday – Saturday from 10 AM – 9 PM, and Sunday 11 AM – 6 PM.



Poetique joins several other members of the Beehive Co-Op Atlanta for a special location Holiday Market in Dunwoody. This extended weekend event will take place in the former Java U building at 2458 Mount Vernon Road, at the intersection of Jett Ferry Rd, just around the corner from the Dunwoody Country Club.

Please come by to shop all your favorite local designers at special holiday prices. Great gift items will be available including jewelry, baby clothes, women’s fashions and fashion accessories, soaps, candles, flavored teas, and much more! And if you can’t make it to Dunwoody, all of these items are always available at the Beehive on Peachtree.

Thanks for your support!

Poetique Couture would like to thank everyone for all the support over the past few months. The fall collection has been well received and we are so happy to be creating a presence in the sustainable fashion market. Your support has made this all possible. We look forward to seeing you soon at one of our holiday shows!

 

News from 09.16.08:

Poetique Couture’s Scoop on Sustainable Style Fall ‘08

Fall/Winter 2008 Collection in Stores Now!

Poetique Couture’s Fall Line is now available online and in several fabulous retail stores. Check out the collection on our website - photographed by Lauren Wilenski. To shop online, please visit our web store:



We have also added several new stores!



The Bench: Atlanta

Atlanta Bench is an Urban Lifestyle Boutique and Art Gallery located in the heart of Atlanta’s West Side Arts District at 602 A Marietta Street. They host regular events centered around urban expression.



Terra Diva: Asheville, North Carolina

Terra Diva carries a diverse collection of Conscious Clothing, Lingerie & Accessories, and is located in Asheville’s walkable downtown area at 80 North Lexington Avenue.



Revive: Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Revive is an independent boutique offering fair trade products for men, women, kids, and home, and is located on Lee Road, “the Main Street of Cleveland Heights,” just outside of downtown Cleveland.

*For a complete listing of stores, please visit our website.

Upcoming Events

Sandy Springs Festival Artist Market

This weekend! Saturday, September 20: 9:00 – 7:00 pm and Sunday, September 21: 11:00 – 5:00 pm



The Sandy Springs Festival is always located at Heritage Green, 6075 Sandy Springs Circle. The Festival includes an Artist’s Market, Live Music, a Collector Car Show, a Children’s Park, and the Doug Kessler Lightning 10K and 5K Peachtree Road Race Qualifier.

Oakhurst Arts & Music Festival

Saturday, October 11, 10 AM - 7 PM



The 11th Annual Oakhurst Arts & Music Festival is Saturday, October 11 from 10 am until 7 pm at the center of the Oakhurst community in Harmony Park. This event is presented by the Decatur Arts Alliance, and will include 50 local artists, Eight live musical performances, a Community area, featuring Decatur-based nonprofit groups, a Free activity area for children, a parade, Food and beverages at Oakhurst’s many restaurants, and a 5K Arts Run/Walk.

Many Thanks…

Poetique would like to thank to all the Atlanta ladies for coming out to the Sunday Brunch Trunk Show last month. The bubbles were flowing and the show was a great success! We would also like to give an extra special thanks to freelance photographer Lauren Wilenski for taking fabulous shots of the Fall/Winter Line! Lauren specializes in events and portraiture and can be contacted via email at lwilenski@lumineuxevent.com