Winter Sale

Final Days for the Winter Sale!

Final mark-downs have just been taken on remaining winter items including clothing, hats, scarves, handbags and jewelry. Savings up to 75% while they last...

Alphabet Soup

A, B, C, or D-- what ever letter is right for me!

Our new little letters are a "charming" way to display your initials. Mini sterling silver disks are hand engraved and strung on sterling silver chain. So cute! We love anything personalized--and with a price under $30.oo, these make the perfect gift too. Clever Girls know that a personalized gift is always a bit more special...and our new, petite charms fill the bill perfectly. Speaking of gifts... Did you know we ship anywhere in the USA? If you need us to dispatch a gift on your behalf, the phone is your best friend. Simply dial us up, tell us what you need, and cross it off your list. Your gift will be sent in our signature box, tied with pink ribbon and we'll even add a personalized card. The direct line to Clever Girl headquarters is 708.246.5050, and operators are standing by. Actually, that's the general phone number to the store, and we don't, technically, have any operators, but we do have an amazing staff on hand from 9:30-5:30 Monday-Saturday and were all more than happy to assist. Your wish is our command.

Ode to Lovely Lavender

I know the Beatles sang "Strawberry Fields Forever" but give me lavender fields. There's just nothing that can beat the scent of lavender. Clean. Crisp. Fresh. That's lavender. The English know it, the French mastered it, and now the Americans have perfected it. Witness the laundry sachets from Sweet Grass Farm. The handy three-pack rustic bundle is good for 15 loads of laundry; and I guarantee it's a more pure, wholesome, genuine authentic scent than ANYTHING off the grocery store shelves could ever be. Simply pop one of these in your dryer and prepare for a bouquet of lavender goodness to come wafting your way.

Many of you are already believers--good for you. For the uninitiated, you have a true treat in store for you in the happy discovery of our lavender sachet, and this is just a gateway to far more lavender learning. Think creams, soaps, lotion, candles...the list goes on and on. So, as we face the last, long days of winter here in the mid-west, and the dirty snow never quite seems to melt away, indulge in an early spring cleaning treat. 100% pure and natural and made right here in the U.S.A. Lavender fields forever...

Gossip Girl at Clever Girl

Our very own Clever Girl favorite bunny slippers are on the WB's Gossip Girl. (Apparently on the show Blair is a big fan of the cute and comfy fuzzy footwear. In fact, rumor has it that she had them written into a scene just so she could wear them on the set!) Other fans include Kelly Rippa and Katie Couric. We've long been a fan, and remind you that these slippers are the perfect way to slip a little spring on your feet.

The fluffy bunny slipper body is warm and soft, and the terry foot bed has great cushioned construction. Pose-able ears and wiggly whiskers give each pair their personality--and of course, there is a little cotton tail at the back. How can these not make you hopeful and happy? Each pair comes in an adorable gift bag. A true treat for the feet!

Isn't that Tweet

Just a quick note for today. Everybody's favorite birdies are back in stock. Our darling little singing birds in a cage have returned to us, and the stockroom is fully re-stocked.

These charming little singing birds are a perennial best seller, and we are, once again, able to fill all of your orders! Based on an old French tradition that holds all happy households have a sweet little bird to bring good cheer, our modern version adds a bit of whimsy.

A sweet tweet...

Oh no! A New Neighbor

I know this site is primarily about all that's going on at Clever Girl; but surely you'll indulge me if I digress briefly from time to time. As some of you know, I am the proud owner of THE WORLDS BEST DOG--Gracie. (You may have even met her in the store.) At any rate, she has a new friend--and I'm not too thrilled about it. It seems that a skunk has taken up residence under our back steps, and my little Beagle is ON TO IT! At first I thought the skunk might just be passing through--heading to, say, Texas for a late winter vacation. No luck. It moved in, not on, and now Gracie wants to meet the new neighbor. Morning, noon and night she's on patrol looking for the skunk, hoping against hope that she'll catch it wandering in the yard. So far, they haven't met up, but Beagle + Skunk do not equal anything good, and I'm not looking forward to the possibility of a striped skunk and a happy-go-lucky hound having a get-together. So, if anyone has a suggestion as to evicting the new guy on the block, please let me know. I'll keep you posted...

Soap Opera

Created using aromatherapy and aromachology concepts, Pré de Provence products are meticulously made - many as they have been for centuries - from the purest vegetable oils, rich shea butter and other natural ingredients. It is a collection of rare quality.
"Milk" is always a best seller for us, however, the heavenly new "Pomegranate" is fast becoming a favorite. "Honey", "Almond", "Sage" and "Lemongrass" are all delicious as well. Our special gift sleeve set is always a welcome hostess gift; or pop some into the guest bath when company is coming over. (It's also a great way to try mini versions of the best selling soaps.) If you've not tried Pre de Provence, you're in for a treat. Good clean fun!

Cooking 101

For anyone who has ever faced the dreaded question, "What's for dinner?" we offer a ray of hope. One of the most popular cook books we offer here at Clever Girl is the 101 series.

Case in point, 101 Things to Do with a Slow Cooker. Easy. Tasty. What more could a busy cook desire? How about 22 helpful hints to get you started. Then, before you can say Betty Crocker, you'll be on your way to whipping up such scrumptious dishes such as Lemonade Chicken, or Slow Cooker Lasagna. Once you've mastered slow cookery, feel free to delve into some of our other offerings like 101Things to do with a Cake Mix. Very clever indeed...

Saturday Every Day

Every day should be like Saturday...breakfast with friends, a trip to the farmers market, time for the gym. That's the idea behind our new line, Emilie Sloan; stylish, durable, practical totes that bring a little Saturday into your everyday. All of her totes are made for the outdoors, featuring her exclusive cotton-laminated fabric with a rainproof exterior that stays clean and dry when life gets messy. Emilie Sloan knows that home life doesn't end at the front door, so her totes are designed with room for your work files or towels for the pool.
New spring totes are now in at Clever Girl. The following styles are currently in stock: Isabelle, Sophie, Stasha, Audrey and the Gracie Coinlet. Skip the plain black tote bag and have a fashionable day with Emilie Sloan. Life . . . more elegant.