Satine

06/18/08

A Girl's Dream Closet!

by WWDgirl at Citysearch

I had always seen cute little write-ups for them, but never actually made the trip in. Although I expected a variety of fabulous designers, somehow, I was pleasantly surprised. Not only did they have high-end lines like Balenciaga, Alaia, and McQueen...but they also carried lines like Lyell, Some Odd Rubies, Alexander Wang (my favorite!)...the list goes on.....

The atmosphere was adorable...I felt like I was back in high school (in a good way) at my girlfriends house raiding her closet. "Heather's" was playing on the vintage television, the cure was playing, there were mimosas for us to enjoy...LITERALLY my dream shop! All of the girls were more than helpful...and knowledgeable. They managed to style outfits together that I never would have pieced together on my own. I couldn't have been more satisfied. I even get styled e-mails of all the new arrivals they get in every day...always a nice little break to the day when I receive it on my blackberry in the middle of a business meeting!

I definitely recommend stopping in if you're in the area. You may drive by a few times before actually finding it...the sign is very VERY small! Sometimes they have valet parking in the back...there's generally not a sign out...just drive down the alley in the back and hope you'll see them!

• Pros: Salespeople, fun atmosphere, awesome selection on the clothing and shoes!!! :-)
• Cons: hard to find....but totally worth it!

05/09/07

Unique, sweet, and insanely chic. My fave on West Third St.!

by bobblekitten at Citysearch

I'm so surprised by previous reviews--I have always received wonderful service at Satine, and I don't even spend that much (I'm more of a wannabe, who stops in whenever possible to gaze at the gorgeous Lanvin shoes, Stella McCartney bags and dresses, Mayle, Isabel Marant...they also have tons of Tsumori Chisato, which I can never find anywhere). The environment and salespeople are chic but not intimidating, and I love the artsy setup of the store. Last time I was there Mandy Moore was picking up a few belts and no one blinked an eye. Love it!

Even if I can usually only afford a pair of Cheap Monday jeans or 2 (they have them on the website--I had to ask--it's www.satineboutique), shopping there is always a treat for me (plus Toast is right down the block if you need some great coffee afterwards!).

• Pros: Wonderful designers, great atmosphere and knowledgable staff
• Cons: Small boutique so they sometimes run out of sizes

04/10/07

great style

by toto19 at Citysearch

one of my favorite boutiques even though it's so expensive. only bad thing about it is the salespeople range from indifferent to downright rude. but they do know how to choose clothes.

• Pros: beautiful clothes
• Cons: expensive, mean salespeople