Women's fashion in your fifties and over can be more exciting than you think! At Eccentrics Boutique, we are proud to offer styles that flatter every age. We love helping women from all stages of life to find that perfect outfit. Sometimes you have to be willing to try something new or a style you never considered before. But we can guarantee you there will be something that makes you feel fabulous in your fifties! So to prove it, we had our loyal customer, Cheryl, come in to pick out her top 5 favorite outfit ideas for women her age.

For her first outfit, Cheryl wanted a laid back summer style. So she paired our simple taupe side slit tank top ($28), women's jeans with braided belt loops ($54) and statement Quay sunglasses ($50).

Layer up for a flattering outfit no matter your shape! Cheryl paired our precious Thank You Jesus graphic tee ($32) under our women's tribal printed kimono ($47) with women's jeans with braided belt loops ($54).

Being trendy does not have an expiration date. We especially love how Cheryl paired our solid sage basic tunic ($33) with our distressed jeggings ($39). These funky jeggings can spice up any outfit!

Wearing a flattering dress can put an instant smile on any woman's face. We love this asymmetrical hemline dress ($44) that Cheryl is wearing below. Wear with a long necklace and cute wedges for your summer date night. 

When the days get hot, you want to stay cool with a cute tank top with an open back. Cheryl paired our favorite black and white striped knot back tank top ($46) with our distressed jeggings ($39) and favorite Quay sunglasses.

So if you're fabulous and fifty, come see us at Eccentrics Boutique. We'll help you find the perfect outfit for any occasion!

XO,
The Eccentrics Team

At Eccentrics Boutique, we are proud to have a style for everyone! Mothers and daughters can both find the perfect look. And this stunning mother/daughter picked some of their favorite outfits...

BCBGeneration Olive Jumpsuit $108 // Two Piece Mandolin Set : Top $69 Bottoms $69

Ivory Vintage Lace Dress $109 // Pearl Accented Sleeveless Dress $78

BCBGeneration Floral Column Dress $148 // Navy Stripe Dress $52

Cold Shoulder with Fringe Top $65 // Marissa Jeans $89 // Sassy V-Neck Blouse $70 //

Hudson Krista Ankle Super Skinny $209

Tropical Fringe Kimono $46 // BCBGeneration Side Slit Crochet Tank $68 // Chambray Garage Short $79 // Lace Trim Kimono $43 // Blush Cami $26 // Light Cutoff Denim $44

Mom Tee $39 // Marissa Jeans $89 // More Issues Than Vogue $32 // Paige Verdugo Joannie Destructed $211

So next time you need a fun girl's day with your mother, treat her to a shopping trip at Eccentrics Boutique!

Spend the day at the beach with your BFF in matching off the shoulder rompers! These adorable wardrobe must-haves are solid white or brick. Wear alone or with a cute floral kimono. These are perfect for coverups over your favorite bikini!

Women's Bohemia Romper (white) $99

Women's Bohemia Romper (brick) $99 // Quay Asha Sunglasses $50

We hope you find your summer lovin' style at Eccentrics Boutique!

In honor of Tender Mercies Foundation of Southern Illinois, we released balloons in memory of those who are gone but not forgotten. On Tuesday, May 31st, 20% of all sales benefits TMFSI.

TMFSI offers memory items, burial guidance, grief counseling, education, one-on-one support, confidentiality and annual remembrance events. TMFSI is also in the process of establishing a Tender Garden. The Tender Garden will be a resting place for children and babies in our area. It is more likely that parents will be faced with the decision on where they might bury their child only moments before or after their passing than it is that they have a plan in place for such occasions.  Some have family plots that are available to them and some have not even had the discussion for themselves, let alone their children.  There are visitors to our area that do not plan to stay.  There are those that simply cannot afford to purchase a forever place their child.

Contact them if you or someone you know needs their services: (618) 521-7463

XO,
Lauren Craig

Are you vacation ready?? We know you got your hotel booked, cruise tickets purchased, and flights scheduled. But are your bags packed a week in advance? Do you have brand new outfits that are waiting for the ocean breeze to caress them? Well, don't worry. We have some of the cutest styles that are beach appropriate. We just hope you're prepared for all the heads turning in your direction!

Rosie Lace Blouse $89 // Quay About Last Night Sunglasses $50

 Get covered up before walking to the beach. Whether it's with a flowy white blouse with lace details or a fun colorful printed romper. These two cute styles are Instagram worthy when you're having fun in the sun!

The Wild One Bodysuit $89

Rosie Lace Blouse $89 // Quay About Last Night Sunglasses $50 // The Wild One Bodysuit $89

When you start packing, don't bring your old and worn out things. A refreshing vacation is even more rejuvenating when you get to wear something new. So go have fun and look great doing it!

School is out. Graduations are done. Careers are started. Families are growing. It doesn't matter which of these statements relate most to you...sometimes you just want to escape reality and look pretty in the process.

Rose High Neck Dress $45 // Anna Ruffle Top $54 // Muse Rige Garage Shorts $89

When the days are sunny, throw on a light and airy dress with delicate cutout details. our Rose High Neck Dress is soft and flowy. It has a flattering fit with a feminine style. With the earthy tone. embrace your inner boho goddess with wavy locks and neutral makeup.

Rose High Neck Dress $45

Get some sun on those legs while wearing a cute pair of our Muse Rige Garage Shorts. Wear a breezy off the shoulder light tie dye crop top with crochet trim details. This lets you stay covered while showing a little skin.

Anna Ruffle Top $54 // Muse Rige Garage Shorts $89

Forget the worries of your jobs, studies and other responsibilities. Just play some reggae tunes while soaking up the sun in a secluded spot with your best friends!

Special thanks to our photo shoot contributors:
Lindsay Stockhecke of Deliciously Ordinary created our stunning bohemian summer scene. She is also a wedding stylist and a genius at what she does!

Katie Lirely of Fringe Salon turned our models into boho babes. She is a master of all things beauty!

Huge thank you to our stunning models: Anna Clare Crews and Karsen Burgrabe!

Shop the look:
Rose High Neck Dress $45 // Anna Ruffle Top $54 // Muse Rige Garage Shorts $89

Tender Mercies Foundation of Southern Illinois is a non-profit charitable organization to benefit those affected by pregnancy, infant and child loss. TMFSI offers memory items, burial guidance, grief counseling, education, one-on-one support, confidentiality and annual remembrance events. TMFSI is also in the process of establishing a Tender Garden. The Tender Garden will be a resting place for children and babies in our area. It is more likely that parents will be faced with the decision on where they might bury their child only moments before or after their passing than it is that they have a plan in place for such occasions.  Some have family plots that are available to them and some have not even had the discussion for themselves, let alone their children.  There are visitors to our area that do not plan to stay.  There are those that simply cannot afford to purchase a forever place their child.

Stop by Eccentrics Boutique to leave a donation and write a message in memory to honor a life that had so little time. Messages will be attached to balloons released on
Memorial Weekend: Saturday, May 28th. Lauren will match all donations received during May.

Cash & check donations only.

TMFSI provides mothers with memory items so they do not leave the hospital empty handed. Here are items they provide...

Memory Box:  A custom handmade memory box that each of the mothers and families are able to hold onto through time.  It is their choice on what to include in these boxes but often times you will find birth information, gifted items and pictures.  This is a box that each family is able to personalize to their experience.

Lullaby Gowns: Often times these babies are a pound, or less, and are barely the length of an adult hand.  Following the lead of others, TMFSI plans to turn donated wedding gowns into lullaby gowns for the newly born.

Edwin the Elephant: Mothers will receive Edwin with a TMFSI contact card so they do not leave empty handed. Mothers are encouraged to hold onto Edwin until they are ready to let go. TMFSI will have the baby’s name and birth information embroidered on the ears.

Impression Kits: No matter how big or small, having an impression of your child’s hand or foot when born is something always cherished. TMFSI hopes to help supply the hospital(s) with special kits, made especially for such tender skin, so that such a gift can be available.

Tiny Flower Pot: To recognize loss by miscarriage, TMFSI wants to provide mothers with a tiny flower pot containing an elephant shaped seed. This will bloom in memory.

Pin for Nurses: Nurses are on the front lines with patients during pregnancy and child loss. TMFSI wants to recognize nurses experiencing their own feelings of loss.

The elephant has become the symbol of Tender Mercies Foundation. The elephant is the only known mammal that actually grieve for their loss. When an elephant is pregnant, other elephants will circle the mother to offer support like a doula.

Help us help Tender Mercies Foundation of Southern Illinois. Each donation will make a difference for a very important foundation in our communities.

XO,
The Eccentrics Team

Graduate in Style!

Congratulations, graduate! You have done so well in your studies. Now let us help you get an A+ in fashion! We have a great selection of graduation dresses. View the images below to see my top picks!

Buy your graduation dress before Monday, May 23rd and be entered to win a $50.00 gift card!

Here's how to enter:
In-Store: Tell us at checkout when you shop in-store.
Online: Comment "graduation dress" in the notes section at checkout.

One random (and lucky!) winner will get a $50.00 gift card from us!

XO,
Lauren Craig

Shop our favorite graduation styles online now!

Before I became a mother, I thought life was so easy to balance. In fact, I imagined picture perfect Etsy birthday parties, Hallmark movie moments and only one outfit change for the day. But reality hit and all these expectations went out the window. Between spending time with my family and running a business, the definition of perfection has drastically changed! Three years later, I have learned to let go and let God take the lead and trust Him.

Here's a list of the small stuff that I'm no longer sweating:

1. I'm so lucky to get my kid dressed and to daycare on time.
2. Let him be Superman even if we're just getting milk.
3. Sometimes I just have to let him put peanut butter on his nose.
4. Picture perfect is a matter of opinion. All of my family photos are perfect because we're together. One of us might be crying....but we're together.
5. Tears come unexpectedly. Whether it's from a boo-boo or not sliding down the correct slide.
6. Bed head is the hottest hair style for 2016.
7. Sometimes brownies really are the answer to all life's problems.

Raising a boy has been a huge adjustment considering I don't have any brothers. So my sister Ashton and I have had the opportunity to learn together. I'm never too old to have a girl's day with my sister, only now we get to include our two boys!

Each day brings its own unexpected challenges...but I cherish each one.  And once baby #2 arrives, I might have to remind myself of this list all over again! (Haha!) I hope each mommy out there can embrace the beautiful chaos and find her own definition of perfection!

XO,
Lauren Craig

We've had so much fun with our DIY Thursdays! Here is a quick recap of the projects hosted by Jordan Sparks of Lily White Designs.

Spring Wreath

Shirt Silkscreen Stencil

Paper Flower Frame

We will be taking a break during the month of May due to the busyness of Mother's Day and graduations. So stay tuned for our June DIY Thursdays schedule!

XO,
Lauren Craig

What a weekend it has been! We had the honor of attending the Caritas Family Solutions 12th Annual Charity Brunch on Saturday, April 9th. We were surrounded by so many incredible service leaders in our community. And heard powerful testimonials by two young men who have succeeded with the help of social workers from Caritas. And let us add that there wasn't a dry eye in the entire room!

Gary Huelsmann (CEO) and Michelle Bradley (Regional Director - Carterville) presented Eccentrics Boutique with their 2016 Community Service Award. We are so honored to support a non-profit organization that makes our communities a more beautiful place. We want to thank Caritas for recognizing us and we want to acknowledge that our customers help make our Give Back Beautiful campaigns such a huge success. Thank you for taking the time to donate and participate in our local charity campaigns. This award is for YOU as well!

XO,
Lauren Craig

Our first DIY Thursday event was a HUGE success! We had a group of 11 women who were excited to learn a new craft! Jordan Sparks of Lily White Designs taught our guests how to create palette art. With a step by step tutorial, the ladies spent an evening of crafting and laughing. Plus they got to take home a beautiful work of art! We're excited about the spring wreath DIY project this week and hope to see you there!

Here is our schedule of April workshops:

How to participate:

Grab a group of your girlfriends and sign up for a DIY Thursday night hosted by Jordan Sparks of LilyWhite Designs. Cost is $25 to attend including materials and light snacks. Just bring your own bottle of wine and wine glasses! Plus you will take your beautiful creation home. Each DIY night will hold up to 12 guests. Reservations will close the Monday before the event or as soon as 12 guests are reached.

XO,

Lauren Craig