STYLE FILES: Tallulah has me in a tizzy

Tallulah (651-653 Wyoming Ave., Kingston)

On Friday, Oct. 28, something spectacular happened. Not only was it a special day because the vacant space that was formerly the Tudor Book Shop had a new resident, but also because of whom that resident was. It was a glorious day for Kingston. It was a glorious day for Northeastern Pennsylvania. And it was most especially a glorious day for fashionable people with a thirst to shop locally. Welcome Tallulah, a new asset to the area with fabulous lines for men and women.

Upon entering the store, the feeling of excitement is instantaneous. With a disco ball hanging overhead, I knew this boutique would soon become a new stomping ground for yours truly. I scurried from one rack to the next admiring the sophisticated yet affordable items. Trying desperately not to shop for myself but rather do some holiday shopping for others, I could not resist a fabulous eccentric necklace complete with gigantic feather and unique red coat adorned with fabric flowers. I was sold before I even touched the items.

And then I explored all the labels: Robert Graham shirts for men, William Rast jeans, JW Los Angeles, Love Token, Escorpion, Lulumari, Liebeskind Berlin and Galian New York handbags, Cayetano Legacy Collection (discovered on Etsy), Love and Liberty, Johnny Was and so many others. Frenzied by all the different types of party dresses, tops, handbags, tights, coats, accessories and more, I had to take slow breaths so as not to max out my credit card and empty Tallulah of its inventory.

Since owner and Kingston native Kim Minsavage has a passion for interior design, she has the store set up perfectly with your attention being drawn to each rack and shelf, leaving nothing untouched. With lines appropriate for teenagers to senior citizens, Tallulah will also be offering a wide variety of sizes starting in the spring. Striving to carry lines that no one else locally carries, Minsavage encourages the fashion forward to suggest lines to her. If it is unique to NEPA, Kim will attempt to cater to her clients. To further cater to the customers, Tallulah also offers loyalty programs, layaway and, of course, gift certificates.

And only one month after opening, Minsavage is not slowing down. Planning already to expand the physical store, Tallulah will also begin carrying men’s and women’s shoes. Expect to see Australian Luxe and Cydwoq (men’s handmade shoes) soon. What else can you expect shortly? Bleulab, reversible denim which will essentially give you two pairs of jeans in one. Glorious I say. Simply glorious.

Currently, Tallulah is open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., but Minsavage will adapt her hours to accommodate shoppers. The special treatment shoppers receive while experiencing this boutique sets it apart and makes it not only a great place to find high-end fashion, but also a great place to feel like a valued customer. And that is shopaholic euphoria.

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