We have an incredible selection of furs in the shop, too- both genuine and faux. You have to come check them out!

We have so much more in the shop, too! Like beautiful Pashmina scarves, and stylish new Tyler Boe. Come find gifts for the fashion-forward ladies on your list!

Stop by and see us at Carriage Trade Living for more party and entertaining supplies and accessories, plus the most AMAZING Christmas wonderland!

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Look One:

In this look, Mark builds around a pair of gorgeous Lilly Pulitzer ankle pant in a white trellis pattern. The Wiley tube top by Lilly Pulitzer is a very flattering cut, and paired with a knit wrap (also by Lilly), it’s comfortable for even the most modest fashionista. Mark has opted for a set of simple sandals by Savi to go with this look. Flats to go great with ankle pants and the tassel on these draws the eye down even more to elongate from the ankle. Silver sandals were selected to create a more contemporary look with the white- silver and white combos are very modern. Mark created this look to be casual and youthful, something breezy for school, work, or an afternoon out.

Look Two:

More Lilly gets featured in the second look, along with a gorgeous crochet top by Simply Noelle. This top is available at our sister store, the Boutique Collection. Find this coral color and many others. The open weave on the top allow for the great outfit underneath to show through while providing a light spring layer. Here, a silk Lilly Bailey top adds lots of pops of color behind the coral. The Bailey top is fairly long, which gives it lots of versatility, but tucking it in gives more length variation with the top. Another pair of Savi sandals, this time in a warm metallic wedge, echo the warmth of the coral and pinks. The Samoe bag has warm metallic tones along the sides too, plus fabulous adjustable handles. The geode necklace here works with the yellows in the Lilly top, and brings more shine to the ensemble.

Look Three:

This look uses the same trellis pants, but creates a much more elegant silhouette. Now, different white tones don’t always create a great look, but with three different tones of white here in different textures, and an almost monochromatic palette, it adds depth. The top is a silk Belle top by Lilly Pulitzer, which offers a very light layer under the coat for pleasant spring days. The coat is by Sarah Campbell and the retro cut, pleated back, and beautiful covered buttons give it tons of character. There is even a subtle sheen from the metallic threads woven into the polka dot print. The 4-inch silver wedges echo the metallic threads, while a strand of pearls is the perfect complement to the polka dots. Mark suggests heels with an ankle strap like these to wear with shorter pants to make the legs look even longer.

To enter, simply visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/FinleyHouse  and LIKE the photo of the scarves at the top of our page. We will randomly select a winner from all those that liked the photo on December 26. This means that the winner will receive their prize just in time to enjoy in 2016.

It’s free to sign up for a Facebook account, but if you don’t have one, call Mark at Finley House at 828-295-6373 and ask to have your name added to the entry list. If you enter this way, you must also give a phone number for notification in case of a win. Those with very high privacy settings on Facebook may also need to enter in this way. 

The Boutique Collection is giving away one of these TOS handbags at the Holiday Stroll!

On Friday, December 11th, the whole town of Blowing Rock will be hosting the Holiday Stroll from 5-7pm. Enjoy live music & carolers, beautiful lights and displays, and amazing shopping specials. Over 30 stores downtown are offering fantastic sales for the hours of the Stroll, including Finley House Couture and her sister stores.

At Finley House Couture: 30% off clothing, excluding furs and Verena sleepwear.
At Carriage Trade Antiques: 25% off all Christmas ornaments
At Boutique Collection: 20% off all clothing! Plus, we will be giving away a beautiful TOS handbag, pick your favorite color! Simply stop in during the Stroll and add your name to the free raffle. You can only enter between 5pm and 7pm Friday, December 11. You don’t have to be present to win, but you do have to answer if we call!

And, don’t forget to check out our newest store in downtown Blowing Rock, Sassy Europa. During the Holiday Stroll, you can take an extra 20% off the already fantastic clothing prices.

These sales and giveaways are 5-7pm ONLY on Friday, December 11. Find all the details of the Holiday Stroll at www.blowingrock.com/holidaystroll

 We’re giving away this Mark Roberts “Hospitality” Fairy on our Facebook page!

Visit the Finley House Couture page on Facebook and like the photo of the fairy we’ve posted to enter to win. We will randomly select a winner from those that liked the photo on Friday, December 11th! We will announce the winner on our Facebook page, and send a message via Facebook. So be sure to check our page on December 14th to see if you’ve won!

 
Retail value of the “Hospitality” Fairy is $59.95. We will ship the item to the winner at no charge. There is no charge to enter. If you don’t have a Facebook account, it’s free to sign up. You may also give us a call to be added to our mailing list if you would like to enter off of Facebook!

Look One:

Casual, fun, but still elegant, this looks incorporates lots of texture. The Sara Campbell velvet palazzo pants pair beautifully with this Sara Campbell lace top. The rich blue lace is surrounded by black fringe, and the wrap by Dolce Cabo in has gradient coloring that fades from royal blue to black. The medallion necklace by Karinne Sultan was selected to fall below the lace cutout detail on the chest. More gold from Julie Voss earrings and bracelets really bring the look together. Pairing simple pants with a more dressy top, plus adding some texture and simple jewelry, is how to replicate this look. The darker color palette here is more formal. Silver jewelry would work well here, too, and would make the look more contemporary.

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Look Two:

Bring more refinement to a simple pair of pants with metallic pieces! Here, we are mixing golds. The same Sara Campbell pants are shown here with a jacquard jacket by Sara Campbell. The bow in the back of the jacket adds a lot of character, and echoes the belt. The bow belt is by Lilly Pulitzer, and gives nice definition to the waist. The animal print top works like a neutral here, not too dark, but with enough character to stand up to the gold jacket. Some larger-scale jewelry at the neckline balances the belt, while the longer piece brings extra sparkle between the jacket lapels. The beaded necklace is a new piece by Lilly Pulitzer, while the long necklace is a lovely vintage piece. To recreate this look, go for things that create structure on top to make a nice ensemble with the pants: a tailored jacket and a good belt. Choose a color theme (here, gold) to give cohesion to the outfit.

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Look Three:

This look is all about the coat. This mid-length silver Sara Campbell coat has great features. The large-scale yet understated print is offset by a bold daisy trim. The texture of the fabric brings richness to the look without much effort. The black pants are balanced by a little black at the neck (here, a scarf, but you could try a top with a high neckline). An Alexis Bittar necklace in a gunmetal finish brings a little more shine to the look. If you have a favorite piece like this coat, show it off by going minimal with the other elements of your look.

It’s almost fall, so it’s time to break out the deep colors and luxurious textures to welcome the season! We have lots of new pieces in the shop, just waiting for a day with a nip in the air. Check out these autumn looks that Mark has created with some of the new items in the store. Today, it’s all about texture! A gorgeous Sara Campbell dress features in all these looks, with a great animal print to anchor the three textural pieces. The knit dress is slightly fitted with details that flatter nearly any figure, and has a fun leather zipper, so it stands alone well. Add layers and texture to elevate the look and give more versatility to the piece.

Look One:

A long fuzzy vest from Boutique Collection adds a splash of fun to the dress, while bringing just a little bit of warmth. It’s so soft! Mark has layered long necklaces in the long space created by the vest, which is a good bet any time you have an open space that needs to be broken up. The pieces here are a vintage charm necklace and a Jay Strongwater necklace. A gold bracelet, also by Jay Strongwater, completes the look. Gold jewelry works well with this color palette, keeping everything soft and warm.
Mark suggests a fun ankle boot with this look, maybe something with a fringe to echo the looseness and movement of the long vest.

Look Two:
This second look with the Sara Campbell knit dress is a bit more elegant with the addition of more structure. A gorgeous nubby wrap sweater by Simply Noelle is still warm, soft, and fuzzy, but the contrasting borders along the sleeves and neck bring a more defined shape. This wrap, by the way, can be worn longer like this, or be flipped to fit more like a shrug with a wider neckline. Lots of fun! A Lorren Bell cotton-ball-pearl necklace lightens up the space created by the long neckline of the wrap, and a wrap belt by Geraldina helps define the waist. The belt features a naturally-fallen hand carved tusk with foil wrapped agate, and is completely unique. The detail in the carving is just spectacular. It can also be worn as a necklace, and looks great with lots of fall and winter looks. A gold bracelet by John Wind completes this ensemble. The little charms reflect the movement of the pendant on the necklace.

Try a boot with a look like this, too. Mark suggests a boot that rises to mid-calf, hinting that the height of your boots can be relevant to the formality of a look: lower boots for more casual and higher boots for something dressy.

Look Three:
We LOVE this Sara Campbell pistachio coat. The subtle color is beautiful next to the warm tones of the animal print, and the structure of the piece really elevates the overall tone of the dress in terms of formality. A Mei necklace of natural stones, turquoise, and pearls brings more color, taking a cue from the pale green of the coat. The rich tones in the necklace lend themselves to nearly any color accessory. Try a handbag with beautiful grays and blues, or a bold yellow to pick up even more tones from this stunning piece.
When recreating a look like this one, take cues from the juxtaposition of the random nature of the animal print alongside the monochromatic and structured coat. Each complements the other because of the opposite nature of the pieces- the coat brings sophistication to the dress while the dress makes the coat more playful. The riotous necklace works great here because the solid coat helps temper the print.

Mark feels that a knee-high boot would work well with a look like this one. The coat comes to just above the hemline of the dress, leaving a peek of layers above the top of the boot.