News — 2014

It's that time of year again! SCARF WEATHER! (and you thought I was going to say sweater weather, didn't you?!)   We're starting to get our shipments of assorted scarves in store....and get in fast!   We have light-weight, chunky, plaid, printed, knitted...all kinds to choose from! And the best yet this season... ...they can be paired with just about any and all outfits this Fall! Dresses, blouses, t-shirts, sweaters, knitted patterned sweaters - you name it, a scarf can be paired to alter the look with a little pazazz! Check out these scarf looks at Janelle James Boutique...  ...

I think it's safe to say Fall is here...or right around the corner as we know it.   Although this amazing sunny weather is to die for, it's inevitable that the cooler weather with high chance of wind and rain are on their way. However, with Summer coming to an end and Fall just beginning, that means: pumpkin everything, pumpkin latte's, homemade soups, colorful leaves, boots, sweaters, jackets, and scarfs!  I just {heart} this time of year!   And you guessed it...Janelle James Boutique will be carrying a ton of sweaters, jackets, scarves, and an assortment of boots this coming Fall. ...

As most of you already know, we specialize in a unique selection of dresses for a variety of occasions.... Homecoming Sadie Hawkins Prom Winter Formal/Winter Ball Sorority functions Sorority dances It's no wonder our dresses are so popular!  With this many occasions just in the Portland/Metro area and all the local schools - that's a lot of different styles and personalities to fit under one roof.   Are you... a society leader? a school counselor? school faculty? on the dance committee? in student council? a dedicated shopper?   a parent of a dedicated shopper? a coach?  a house mom? LISTEN...

First and foremost... CONGRATULATIONS HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS!   This is your year to shine like a STAR!   Many of you have harder classes (or easier ones since you focused early and took care of all the hard ones), early release days, college applications to get completed (deadlines are approaching quick, get on it fast), scholarships to apply for, school dances to prepare for (along with the long awaited Prom in Spring 2015), last year of sporting events to attend, last year of having a locker, last year before entering the "real world"...and lastly, GRADUATION!   {that's the short list of...

Hey JJbabes! This week it is all about what to wear on that magical summer date night or when you're out cruising through a night on the town with the girls! Lately I have gotten a lot of questions on what should and shouldn't be worn on a first date (or any date), so we will focus on this first. Date Night: A lot of the times when showing a first impression we want to be classy but a little scandalous at the same time; this is being FLIRTY! Now we do not want to make our impression in a poorly...