A treat for plus-size women, Penningtons is a popular brand of affordable clothing. Head to the store and browse through its collection of trousers, frocks, skirts, shirts, lingerie, nightwear and accessories to discover the delightful patterns, designs, colors and texture of the garments. Ask the staff to help you choose an outfit that would definitely make you shine at weekend soirees.
What originally started as a freelancing stint for small-scale fashion events and modeling shoots flourished into a full-fledged men's store in 2016. The brainchild of Giovanni Centurione, or Gio as he is fondly called, Trend Up is a haven for fashion forward men. The store carries a stylish line of men's apparel that ranges from tees, trousers and slacks, to fedoras, socks and snapbacks. What's more, Trend Up is one of the few stores in West New York, and even in the United States to carry a collection of clothes by Emperor Apparel and DOPE.
Located on the corner of Elmwood Avenue in Elmwood Village, this cute shop contains a treasure trove of apparels, accessories and beauty products. Jointly owned by Joanne Dina and Gordon Scherer, Anna Grace features an incredible mix of daily-wear styles, sourced from both talented local designers, as well as renowned fashion brands. Find an eternally stylish Matt & Nat Obi bag to go with a summery Los Angeles dress from d.RA that looks like it was made just for you. Pair up the ensemble with unique jewelry and a lingering perfume from the store.
Half & Half's inviting storefront, usually displaying effortlessly chic women's wear, will catch your eye as you walk along the fashionable stretch of Elmwood Avenue. Once you go in, you will be greeted by a diverse array of women's apparel, jewelry and one-of-a-kind trinkets. Having been a fashion staple in Buffalo for decades, Half & Half also promises incredible quality on top of its stylish designs. It also makes for a great choice for gifting.
Located in a 1872 three-story brick building in the heart of Clarence Center, this family-owned upscale gift shop is the place to shop for "the perfect gift". The building was originally a dry goods store operated by the Eschelman family for nearly 100 years. Afterwards, it housed a country store known as the Clarence Emporium for many years. Today's shoppers can choose from home décor, artwork, greeting cards, handmade jewelry, Vera Bradley items, gourmet foods and seasonal gift items. Located within The Perfect Gift is Get Heeled, which specializes in shoes, including bridal shoes, handbags, jewelry, and accessories. – Christine A. Smyczynski