Paige Lauren Baby was born from a need to find simple, classic, unadorned, wearable styles for baby without compromising on soft luxurious fabric, or fine tailoring. In a market flooded with over designed upscale infant clothing, Paige was able to create a refreshingly unique line that is both modern and classic for those who will appreciate clothes that will never go out of style. The pieces are made out of the softest combination of micro modal and supima jersey both Moms and Babies are sure to love!

“I’m not concerned with the latest trends or decorative baubles. I think that clothing should be timeless and beautifully constructed. If something isn’t well-made than it isn’t worth getting at all. I’m proud that PAIGELAUREN baby manifests those values to the fullest.”

The current Fall/Winter Collection we are proud to carry here at Meringue includes rompers, bodysuits, footies and more that come in beautiful gem toned inspired colors like amethyst, emerald, quartz, ruby and slate.

One of our favorite gifts for new parents is back at Meringue!

The ITZBEEN is the perfect tool created to help eliminate charts and journals, while assisting sleep deprived new parents parents remember the basic details of baby care. Like when the baby last ate, or napped. The ITZBEEN is really 4 timers on one that count at just the touch of a button. Tracking  changing, feeding, sleep or awake, and anything else of your choice such as when to take medications, etc. We love the small, portable, lightweight size and its so easy for anyone from Grandma to the Babysitter to use!

Ok, so you invested in the perfect pair of Jeans, they are too long to wear with your favorite flats, but just right for your heels. So now the dilemmas…do you commit to having them altered or leave them long and sacrifice the versatility of wearing them with all your favorite shoes?

We see our customers ponder this dilemma everyday, but we’ve got the perfect solution to offer up! Bristol 6 Hem Tape for Denim is the No-Alter Alterations for your Denim!  The double stick Hem Tape specially made for denim is the perfect no cut, no iron solution for a quick way to temporality alter your jeans. Now you can go from heels to flats and back again! The hem tape gives you instant gratification and is strong enough to hold for days.  Hem Tape also works to change with the trends; you can roll cut off or cropped jeans or shorts and hold cuffed styles in place. Click here to check them out online or stop by and see us in stores!

Yes, I said it…Cute Comfy & only $55 dollars! These leather fold-up ballet flats from Yosi Samara have been catching my eye since we received a BIG order in the store last week. Now I know that those long nights when you just can’t wait to get home and take off your heels has come to an end!  The ultra flexible samara flat fold in half and come in their very own silver satin pouch, making them portable & small enough to carry with you in your purse.  Unlike so many other ballet flats, the samara have a super soft padded foot bed and elastic collar that help create a custom fit. They also come in a wide range of fashionable colors and textures like gold, bronze, silver, crackled Pewter and black so you are sure to find a pair that will match any outfit.

Since its inception in 2001, we have been HUGE fans of the line Joie.  Originally, Joie gained popularity from its signature cargo pants.  Today, it is well-known for making amazing tops, blouses, dresses and sweaters in addition to the cute and comfy pants that put them on the fashion map.  Joie’s core concept is simple-  “Casual, Comfortable and Luxurious.”   Sounds good to me…

“The JOIE collection is understatedly chic.  Constantly inspired by Southern California, its casual yet sophisticated way of life is translated directly into Joie designs.  The Joie girl enjoys wearing casual, comfortable clothes accented by luxurious fabrics and authentic details inspired by her travel throughout the world.  Both modern and timeless in its appeal, the JOIE aesthetic draws its influence from vintage creations while successfully maintaining a fresh approach to fashion.”  (from Joie.com)

Sound familiar?  When I read that I had a total ‘AHA’ moment.  No wonder I my closet is filled with key pieces from Joie– I am a ‘Joie Girl’- comfort, travel, luxury.  ‘Nuff said.  This week, we received several new Resort styles from our beloved Joie and Soft Joie (sooo super cute- makes me excited for Spring to hurry up and get here!).  Wait- you haven’t heard of ‘Soft Joie’?  Its their incredibly ’soft’ line of cotton and knit separates that, once you feel the fabric, you’ll want to live in.  Click here to preview all of our online pieces from Soft Joie and here to check out Joie.  Want the latest and greatest? Stop into either store location today.  (Sorry pics of the newest deliveries will be online soon, promise.)

From one Joie Girl to another- happy shopping!

Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas!  Now, there’s only one holiday left in 2010- NEW YEAR’S EVE!  Woo-hoo!

Two big questions remain:  What are you doing to celebrate? and What are you going to wear?!

I don’t quite have my NYE plans hammered out yet.  I usually get so preocupied with getting through Christmas that New Year’s is always an afterthought.  Better figure it out quick though!  Time to pick out a new dress!

Thankfully, we have TONS of party-perfect new arrivals from Bailey 44, Joie, Nicole Miller, Fifteen Twenty, Black Halo and Ella Moss to make the outfit shopping run a little more smoothly.  I am sure the hardest part will be picking just one.  Ok, maybe one and a ‘back-up’  (just in case, lol). 

Click here to look at all of our dresses- more in-store too!

Stop in this week and check out all of the pretty new things.  Happy 2011! Cheers!

It’s official- Christmas is only a week away!  Don’t panic all you last minute shoppers– the girls @ Meringue can help you with whatever it is you need.  We can help you pick out amazing gifts and wrap it up all pretty for ya too!

Plus, we’ve extended our hours just for you.  Tonight (12/18) we’ll be open until 8pm.  Tomorrow, 11-6.  Monday- Thursday (12/20- 12/23) we’ll be open until 9pm and, for those of you who like to take last minute to the extreme, we’ll be open 9-4 on Christmas Eve.

We have TONS of new merchandise in just in time for the holiday too!  Click here to browse our selection of new arrivals from Petunia Pickle Bottom, Stitch’s, Gorjana, Habitual, 7FAM, PPD, Rails, Hudson, William Rast, Twisted Heart, Alternative Apparel + more!  Even more great new stuff for you to look at in the store!

And don’t forget- for every $100 you spend in December, we’ll give ya a $25 off coupon to use in January*. 

 Looking forward to seeing you all very soon!

*$25 off purchases of $50 or more.  Coupon is valid Jan. 3rd-9th.*

Do you have an expecting mother on your list this year?  Perhaps a new ‘babe’ in the family?

Well, we have the PERFECT gift for both new mama and new baby- swaddling essentials from Aden + Anais.

Generation after generation, muslin cotton wraps have been the preferred choice of mothers looking to swaddle and comfort their newborn baby.  It is widely believed that swaddling helps to mimic the cozy feeling babies experience in the womb and, thus, helps babies settle faster and sleep longer.  Here at Meringue, we always keep an eye out for new products to help our customers, many of whom are mommies or mommies-to-be.  When we discovered the ‘Swaddle Packs’ from Aden + Anais, we knew this was a product we wanted to get in our customers hands right away (a product that is designed to help new babes sleep will also help the mamas get their much-needed rest too)!  Available in a variety of ‘boy’, ‘girl’ and unisex prints, these 100% cotton muslin wraps are totally breathable (to prevent overheating) and oversized to make swaddling easy (they even give you instructions as to how to properly swaddle).  They are also multi-functional and can double as a stroller, nursing or changing table cover.

In addition to their original Swaddle 4-Pack, Aden + Anais’ founder, Raegan Moya-Jones also authored a book, Swaddle Love, that highlights the numerous benefits and techniques of swaddling.  We also stock their various other products- the bamboo swaddle packs, the dream blanket, the slumber sleep sack, the comfort security blankets, the dribble burp cloths and the double-layer cozy swaddle.  Not all are featured on our website, but will be soon (*however, they are fully stocked in both locations right now!).  In the meantime, click here to browse the entire Aden + Anais online selection and here to read the story of Aden + Anais.

I know I’ve said it before, but, of course I’ll remind you again– free holiday gift wrap with your in-store purchases + for every $100 you spend in-store, we’ll give you a $25 off coupon to use in January!

Happy shopping!

Candles from Voluspa make a great gift!

Omg, I can’t believe it! Here we are already past mid-November!  Have you started your shopping yet?  I know I haven’t….yikes!

Stay tuned to our blog here on MeringueBoutique.com for upcoming gift guides and other special events and promotions that we’ll be running throughout this holiday season.   In the meantime, if we can help you with ANY of your shopping needs- we’d LUV to!  Give us a ring at whichever location is most convenient for you, or email your favorite Meringue girl (or should I say Meringue ‘elf’) and let us do the work for you.  We’ll even wrap all of your gifts- free of charge, of course.  Get ahold of us today and get a jump start on your holiday shopping!

Lake Oswego:  503.635.1063

alisha@meringueboutique.com

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chelsea@meringueboutique.com

jessica@meringueboutique.com

Salem: 503.365.7725

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kristen@meringueboutique.com

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We look forward to hearing from you soon!  Here’s to a healthy, happy (and stress-free :)) holiday season!

Grey days make me wanna lounge.  Watching a movie or reading a good book in jammies with a mug of hot cocoa sounds like the perfect way to spend a gloomy day in.  And who makes the best, comfy yet cute, PJs?  Why, P.J. Salvage of course!  The company’s philosophy is ’Fashion + Comfort 24/7′ - my thoughts exactly.  P.J. Salvage uses the softest, most luxurious fabrics to make their little bit of fun/ little bit of sexy pajama line.  Celebrity fans include: Gwen Stefani, Jack Osbourne and Felicity Huffman and their styles have been featured on hit shows such as ‘Ugly Betty’, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘Desperate Housewives’.  My personal fave?  Their pink + ivory Zebra Niteshirt.  At home, I throw that on with my Uggs and just chill out in total comfort.  Click here to shop Meringue’s entire selection of P.J. Salvage.