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!

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

When you have to get down to business, it helps to have a stylish office! Our boss lady, Lauren Craig, wanted to show off some of her favorite office styles in our first installation of Work It Wednesday! So check out the images below and click the links to get the look!

The first outfit features two different textures for a successful outfit. Pair our gold sequin pencil skirt with our black sheer chiffon blouse with tie. Loosely tuck in the top and let it drape from the sides. Wear with simple strappy black heels.

Plissé Pleated Top $55 // Gold Sequin Pencil Skirt $40

When you really want to feel fancy, throw on our stunning black peplum dress with feathers. This beauty looks classy with a touch of 1920's flair. Wear with black heels featuring a supportive ankle strap.

Cabriole Dress $92

When you want to feel cool but still be put together, add our colorful BCBGeneration blazer over our chiffon blouse with jeweled neckline. A pair of sharp black leggings and BCBGeneration Carissa heels complete the outfit.

BCBGeneration Woven High Low Jacket $118 // Rhinestone Trim Blouse $38 // BCBGeneration Carissa Heel $110

You're not boring....so don't wear boring clothes to the office! Which outfit would you wear??

Stay Stylish!

Alzheimer's changes lives. It's been such a tough disease to watch my family go through. I remember days at my grandmother's house eating ice cream, watching movies, and talking about everything. Those visits are different now; I’m lucky if my grandmother remembers my name, who I’m married to and where I live. It's sad. It’s difficult carrying a conversation with someone who doesn’t answer you back. I often wonder if my grandmother can hear or understand what I’m saying. No one can really understand what people go through, unless you have a relative like my grandma - someone with Alzheimer's. Alzheimer's makes a normal person start forgetting things until they can’t remember how to talk, walk or even do such a simple thing as hug someone. You have to be really brave to visit someone who changes every time you see them because after all, you still love them like I love my grandma. It's just painful to watch them slip away. I miss the old days, the days before my grandma was diagnosed with Alzheimer's.

My grandma always predicted my future (she might not remember it), but she always wanted me to open a shop beside Your Jeweler (my father-in-law's store). She was such an inspiration to me!

Have you been affected by Alzheimer's in your family? Please join us on Saturday, September 26th at Carbondale Community High School at the Frank Bleyer Field. Registration at 8:30am. Ceremony at 9:30am. Walk at 10:00am. Route Length: 3.2 miles.

To join or donate to the Eccentrics Team, click this link here: http://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2015/IL-GreaterIllinois?team_id=294804&pg=team&fr_id=7472

XO,

Lauren

We had our head in the clouds about fall fashion while flying to Vegas last week! This was my first trip to Vegas and I couldn't wait to find the very best styles the fashion industry had to offer! Here's a glimpse of our 4 days in the city that never sleeps! We got to explore the first night and see the sights! I wore my favorite while t-shirt dress knotted with fringe flats. Wear as a dress alone or with leggings! You really can't have too much fringe this season!

The highlight of our trip was hearing Emily Schuman of Cupcakes and Cashmere speak! Plus we are excited to announce that Eccentrics Boutique will be the exclusive carrier of her line in our area! So start counting down until next spring...you're going to go nuts!! She has great taste that was made for Eccentrics Boutique!

It was a whirlwind and 4 days never went by so fast! We were sad to say goodbye to Vegas....but excited to get back home and get the store ready for fall! New styles are already arriving and we can't wait to make you the most fashionable woman in your town! So stop by and say hello!

XO,

Lauren

We can't be all work and no play! It was time for an Eccentrics Team girls night...minus a few ladies! The best boss in the world gave us tickets to enjoy Josh Turner at Walker's Bluff Legend's Amphitheater last night. We were so sad Lauren couldn't join us! Eccentrics Boutique sponsored Walker's Bluff featuring Josh Turner...so if you were there, you got to see our promo video play several times! We had so much fun catching up and spending time with our plus ones. Walker's Bluff is the perfect place in Southern Illinois to enjoy a great food and your favorite musician. We look forward to attending more of their events in the future! View images from the concert below!

This month's Give Back Beautiful campaign features local no-kill Cache Creek Animal Rescue. We all have a huge place in our hearts for our own furbabies. These little guys and girls make our homes happier and we don't know what we'd do without them! So we want you to meet our precious pets....

Pepper

"Our dog, Pepper, is 5 years old! She was our first "fur-baby" before we ever had our son Ransom. She is a mix of poodle and rat terrier (we think:). She is a scruffy mess of adorable and we love her! However, she has claimed Ransom as her current best friend. Probably because he shares all his meals with her when we aren't looking. She is a great dog and we are happy she is apart of our family!" - Jordan

Oscar

"West Highland Terriers are known to be tenacious, and our Oscar upholds that reputation. After our first Westie, Bubba, passed away we were never having another. Never say never. Our "empty nest" seems to be filled with a furry boy who licks tears when I am sad, plays rough with Dad, pouts when he is upset that we are leaving...but still loves us unconditionally. Pets are a precious gift from God to us." - Tammy

Lucy, Dover & Buster Brown

"My life forever changed once I adopted my little Lucy. She's a full blooded Cocker Spaniel who was in a bad living situation. We became inseparable and she is just like my child. Several months later, my husband saw a sweet little brown mix puppy on a local animal shelter's Facebook page. Not soon after, Dover became a member of our family. And about six months after that, an abandoned pit bull mix puppy was added to our furbaby collection. Our life is crazy with three dogs under 2 years of age running around. They drive me nuts and yet are the highlight of my day. I cannot imagine life without them. All three were rescued and I wouldn't have it any other way." - Britni

Lila

"Lila was my first baby. We got her right after we got married! She is a Peek-a-Poo and such a sweet natured little lady. Especially since my little boy likes to pick on her!!" - Lauren

Ulysees Winston "Grant" and Darcy Elizabeth

"I ensure a good day at work by starting off my morning with coffee, puppy love and Jesus! My two furbabies are five year old West Highland Terriers. These babies give unconditional love and lots of snuggles and kisses. They are both full of attitude and provide our family with so much laughter. Momma is their favorite. They do not like it when deer or other wildlife trespass in our yard and they make sure we all know about it. Grant can smell a skunk 3 miles away and will go to every window and door in the house day or night to make sure they haven't snuck in. Darcy is a Princess and has no time for selfies. They sleep with Audrey Kate until about 4 and then they sneak in bed with momma. They were my 15th wedding anniversary gift because they were a gift that was going to keep on giving. I did not want them, but I would be heartbroken without them now. They are just like one of my kids. Did I mention I adore them?" - Terra

Mila

"I love Mila because..... She is me, in dog form!! My sister always says "if Mila were a human, she would be you." Her two favorite things are eating and sleeping, and she loves to pose for selfies and look at her!!! She's so tiny and cute!!" - Taylor

 Jubilee, Snickers, and Tiger

"Jubilee is my loveable Labradoodle! He's so happy and just a wonderful part of my life! The last image is of my dog Snickers and cat, Tiger. Snickers passed away a couple of months ago but will always be my furbaby!" - Anna Clare

Jasper, Whiskers, and Katie

"Jaspers, Whiskers, and Katie were all strays that people dumped near our house and we took them in. Katie has only one eye because she got hurt when she was a kitten. We're not sure how it happened, but she's as sharp as ever, even with only one eye!" - Abby

Show your love for the furbabies in the world by donating to the local no kill shelter: Cache Creek Animal Rescue.

You can't be singing the blues when you're wearing Mink Pink's gorgeous soft suede-like kimono! We're especially swooning over the delicate laser cutout and scallop trim! Taylor wants to show how to take this one beautiful overlay and give it two different vibes.

In the first outfit, Taylor has a laid-back summer approach. Mix textures like distressed denim and delicate crochet. Throw on some hard metal jewelry and colorful beaded bracelets. Don't forget some tall wedge sandals to add some height!

Mink Pink Lackawanna Blues Kimono $86 // Tank Top $43 // Shorts $37 // Roxy Rabb Necklace $33 // Brown Bracelet $22.95 // Tan/Cream Bracelet $26.95 // Wedge Sandals $37

After wearing your favorite new Mink Pink Lackawanna Blues Kimono during the day, get ready for date night! Taylor makes this soft overlay super sexy by layering on top of a basic black tank slip dress. Tie in the earthy tones with a statement necklace and layer stone jewelry. Add strappy flat sandals and get ready for dinner with the significant other!

Mink Pink Lackawanna Blues Kimono $86 // Tank Dress $25 // Roxy Rabb Necklace $75 // Mason Strap Sandals $29 // Black Bracelet $32 // Gold Rock Bracelet $30

Which style would you wear?

Stay Stylish!!

It is our second installment of our "Give Back Beautiful" campaign. This month is all about those furbabies! We are huge animal lovers at Eccentrics Boutique and have our own special four legged "children." So partnering up with Cache Creek Animal Rescue was a no-brainer! This non-profit organization is a no-kill shelter located in Anna, IL. There is also an adoption center located in New Lenox, IL. Donna Hawk owns and runs Cache Creek Animal Shelter. They are one of the few shelters that pull senior animals, heartworm positive and animals with disabilities from kill-shelters to be adopted. They run entirely on donations and volunteers. About 100-150 animals are at their main location in Anna, IL at a time. These dogs and cats are then transferred by Donna every week (about 15-30 animals at a time) to the new adoption center in New Lenox, IL. Just recently, the shelter experienced terrible flooding during the storms on June 19th. Here are some images of the damage. Bring in a donation item to Eccentrics and receive 20% OFF your entire purchase of regular priced items! Scroll on down to read what you can donate to help them out!

Cache Creek Animal Rescue Donation Wish List

• Dry Dog Food
• Canned Dog Food
• Dry Cat Food
• Canned Cat Food
• Shade clothes for outside kennels and runs
• Large Water Buckets
• Play pools
• Bleach
• Leashes
• Dish Soap
• Plastic Travel Cages
• Cat Litter
• Tarps
• Animal Shampoo
• Disposable Gloves
• Large Fans
• Gas Gift Cards
• Metal Crates
• Plastic Trays for crates (all sizes)
• Rubber dog toys
• Collars
• Rawhides/Treats
• Towels and blankets
• Newspapers
• Hand tools
• Weed Spray
• Push Lawnmower
• Weed repellant
• And more!!

Contact Cache Creek Animal Rescue for more information: (815)582-4062 or (618)893-2500

Sometimes you need a cute little flirty lace dress. This Free People Lace Dress fits the bill perfectly! It's so lightweight and delicately displays your figure. Taylor wanted to give this beautiful dress two different styles.

In the first look, Taylor let the dress take center stage. She enhanced it with simple accessories and feminine heels. This looks is perfect for a flirty date night with the plus one.

Free People Flocked Velvet Lace Dress $98 // Good Fortune Heels $110 // Ring $17 // Bead Bracelet $18

 It's fun to dress up....but sometimes you need a casual chic style. So take that favorite girly dress and throw on a distressed chambray top. Add some cute ankle booties to complete the look.

Free People Flocked Velvet Lace Dress $98 // Blank NYC Bleached Jean Shirt $78 //

 Which look is your favorite?

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We are so proud to be a part of the most adorable community in Southern Illinois....Carterville! And one of the best parts of summer in Carterville, Illinois, is the local farmer's market at Cannon Park. The Cannon Park Community Market brings together local farmers and artists all over Southern Illinois. So we dressed up in something pretty and decided to check it out!

Jordan stopped to smell the flowers at Chautauqua Bend Flower Farm's display. Their colorful bouquets immediately put a smile on her face. We had to buy one to brighten up the Eccentrics Team eating area!

Bandana Dress $65 // Black Lace Bralette

After checking out the flowers, Jordan visited Makai Jewelry's table featuring beautiful handmade Hawaiian jewelry. They also had the cutest baby moccasins!

Bandana Dress $65 // Black Lace Bralette

Next, Jordan hit up the fresh produce stands. Brumleve Farm in Cobden, Illinois, had some beautiful tomatoes and peaches! We might have bought a bag....or two.

Let's Go Get Lost Tank Top $37

Hubbard Farm's booth had some delicious jam and broccoli for purchase. We missed out on the fresh berries though. That will teach us to arrive at the farmer's market right when it opens!

Nothing says fresh from the farm like brown eggs! Big Muddy Hogs & Poultry had their brown eggs on display. They already sold out of fresh bacon before we got there but we won't let that happen again!

Checking In Dress $55

Jordan checked out the vegetable and herb plants at Naturae Via, LLC table. It would be nice to finally start our own produce garden! We fell in love with the owners of Schluter Produce in Cobden. We asked the sweet older couple if they had a website or Facebook page to link to....and they said no. So make you you visit the local farmer's markets to support their local farm! We scored some fresh kale that is delicious!

Checking In Dress $55

It was definitely a successful day! Thank you to all of the local farmers and artists who enrich our communities! And another huge thank you to the beautiful Brittney Dillon (pictured below) for letting us come out and do a mini photo shoot at Cannon Park Community Market! She does an amazing job organizing this wonderful addition to the Carterville community!

Do you have a favorite farm or farmer's market? Tell us in the comments below!

Stay Stylish!!

For a successful style, you need to start with the basics. This week, Taylor took a simple black tank top with back buttons and created two different outfits. And let us add...this tank is only $29!! For the first look, Taylor made the perfect ensemble for a day shopping with friends. Wear the black tank with your favorite destroyed rolled cuff denim, metallic strappy sandals and oversized handbag. But make sure that handbag has fringe!! Have you noticed are are loving the fringe trend?? A simple style needs layers of metallic jewelry for an edgy addition.

Black Tank Top with Back Buttons $29 // Blank NYC Denim Capri $88 // Dixin Gold Leather Sandals $80 // Fringe Handbag $140 // Bangles $8 // Giving Keys Inspire Necklace $55 // Black Bracelet $11

 In the second look, Taylor took our affordable black tank top and created a date night look with a girly touch! Tuck the tank top into our Aztec skirt for an hourglass shape. Add a statement necklace and lace up gladiator heels for the finishing touch!

Black Tank Top with Back Buttons $29 // Aztec Skirt $55 // Princess Gladiator Lace Up Heels $49 // Ring $17 // Bracelet $33

So what mood are you in: Casual Shopping Day or Girly Date Night?

Stay Stylish!