New Fall dresses & a top from Kelly Lane

The 'Santa Fe' Dress

In May, I wrote some tid-bits about Pittsburgh designer Kelly Lane, about the eco-chic line she has created with vibrant, bold colors and fun textures. For Fall, Kelly's dresses and tops are inspired by the whimsical palettes of carnivals and carousels, particularly the painted horses with their unique jeweled tones. The 'Trot' top below is gorgeous and down-to-earth, with a ruffle accent down the middle adorned with a double-stitch orange detail, and an over-sized turtleneck for maximum coziness this Fall.

Since they arrived in our store a couple days ago, I can't stop thinking about the Southwest. Santa Fe. Red rock, adobe architecture, Native American jewelry and turquoise every where. Enlivening Fall with these bright colors not only brightens your wardrobe and your complexion, but also your mood. It could be the grey and blustery day that's making me think of color retail therapy, but it is more likely that our store looks that much more beautiful and bright with Kelly Lane's dresses in it! Come try them on, as they're immensely flattering. A customer tried on the turquoise 'Harness' dress earlier today, and she was wearing some amazing cowboy boots... and it was pretty much perfect. Her whole look was uplifted by the brilliant turquoise-emerald color, and the graphic accents of color insets flattered her shape perfectly.

The Turquoise 'Harness' Dress

Ella's is now a supporter of the 3/50 Project!

Blue Canoe: Organic Yoga and Casual Wear!

A delightful shipment of Blue Canoe yoga wear arrived! We are excited to be carrying such a comfortable and flattering line, whose focus is on sustainable practices and organic materials, while still creating unique, fun garments that are uniquely feminine, graceful and sweet.

Left: Long sleeved swing top with gathered sleeves and a relaxed, effortlessly draped fit. $65
Right: V-neck lacquer red top with a wrap front and scallop hem. $58

Left: Yoga crops with tie in black, with a contrasting wide waistband in vivid ocean blue. $66
Right: Wide legged crops with fold over waistband in black. $68

~ Fall @ Ella's Boutique ~

We have been so busy here in the past month with incoming, beautiful items for Fall! Hats, long sleeved tops, scarves, and dresses, as well as one spectacular coat I just can't stop thinking about by Rebe.

The Mary Anne Coat, with hood, single button asymmetrical closure and optional fold over or high collar. Princess seams and a fitted waist with double pleats front and back make for an undeniably cozy, flattering fit. Sage. Handmade with recycled materials and organic cotton. $214

Eco-friendly simplicity and grace mark this gorgeous, supremely flattering hooded coat by mother and daughter designers, Debra Weiss and Hillery Sproatt. With a degree in textiles from UC Davis, Weiss and her daughter began following their dream of an ecologically conscious and unique line of clothing and accessories when Hillery was fifteen. Later, Hillery went on to study both printmaking and book making at the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, Maryland. The colors and textures that Weiss and Sproatt use in their clothing show us a deep understanding and love of craft, color and form. And, that they use solely recycled materials, often organic, is a huge step forward in the idea of wearing your ethos on your sleeve, literally!

Many of Rebe's pieces are ideal for layering, such as the Chloe Dress, Gingham Dress and Jesse Dress, and some, like our favorite coat - the 'Mary Anne' hoodie jacket in sage - will keep you cozy and warm all Fall and Winter long, knowing that what you're wearing was made with love and care for the earth.

~ Other Organic & Earth Conscious Items made in the USA ~



The Arden Top by She-Bible. Thermal, cowled, in a stunning deep berry color. What more could a girl want in a comfy top? Organic, Made in San Francisco. $66

The Heartwood Top in deep lavender by She-Bible. $66, organic and made in San Francisco.