Katwalk Boutique – Baltimore Magazine

Style File: Katwalk Boutique

Camryn Beaumont — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 11:00:00 +0000

This year marks two decades of Katwalk Boutique bringing fabulous garments and accessories to the women of Baltimore. Stepping into the Fells Point boutique feels like entering an avant-garde paradise, with pastel painted walls and mannequins covered head-to-toe in trendy styles. We stopped by Katwalk to ask owner Toni James about her special traditions, favorite trend, and longtime style icon.

Where did the name for your boutique come from?
TJ: The name comes from the runways of Paris, like walking on a catwalk. My husband came up with it—we used to go to a lot of fashion shows and all of the models come out on the catwalk.

What’s your favorite item in the store?
TJ: My favorite item is the track pants with the embellishments. Right now leisurewear is hip, so instead of the traditional track pants we tried to do something different and beautiful.

Does your boutique have any special traditions?
TJ: The fashion seat! Everyone who comes in takes a picture in the fashion seat. We believe in customer service, so when someone comes in, no matter if they’re buying something or just taking a stroll in the Katwalk, we are going to treat them the same way.

Describe the typical Katwalk Kutie.
TJ: The Katwalk Kutie is someone who loves themselves. They’re confident, and they’re not afraid to stand out in a crowd.

What inspires the style of Katwalk?
TJ: It’s not about style; we don’t follow trends. We follow what the Katwalk customer will love for that season. It’s all about quality, fit, and what will make that person feel confident when they walk down the street.

Who is your style icon?
TJ: Diana Ross. When I was five years old, she triggered the passion that I have for fashion. Everyone who knows me knows I love Diana Ross.

What Baltimore treat is your guilty pleasure?
TJ: Moe’s Seafood. My husband and I go almost every Friday night; I love everything on the menu.

What is special about the location of Katwalk?
TJ: I think it’s the people—no matter who comes through the boutique everyone is happy and has a great attitude.

What is your current favorite fashion trend?
I love kaftans. We’ve been buying them ever since we opened up in ’97. I love if they’re embellished, sequined, or hand painted—I’m a kaftan girl.

How are you celebrating 20 years of Katwalk?
TJ: On September 23, we are having a huge fashion show with other Baltimore designers. We don’t just want to celebrate Katwalk, we want to celebrate other designers in Baltimore. It’s also a charity event for Shoes That Fit. We give away brand new shows to kids in need year round.

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Tassel Time

Jess Mayhugh — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Looking for a simple way to elevate your wardrobe? The tassel is this season’s go-to embellishment, effortlessly taking any outfit from bleak to chic. Long gone are the days of only seeing tassels on graduation caps or your grandmother’s curtains. This fun fashion add-on is hanging—literally—on everything from handbags and apparel to jewelry and footwear.

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Summer Blues

Jess Mayhugh — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 08:30:00 +0000

Red Prairie Press Baltimore neighborhoods map tee ($32) at Doubledutch Boutique.

Maptote makeup tote ($29) at Katwalk Boutique.

Elan tie-dye maxi dress ($74) at Brightside Boutique.

Street Level canvas convertible tote ($50.95) at Doubledutch Boutique.

Splendid easy tank ($96) at Panache.

7 for All Mankind Illusion jean ($189) at Jean Pool.

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Kick off February with (Even More) Sales!

Jess Mayhugh — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 09:30:00 +0000

Although we recently gave you a list of sales to keep you busy enough, here are a few more to look out for and start the month off right:

This Saturday only, enjoy the first-ever Cupcake Rack and Sample Sale—the store’s
largest sale to date! All sale items (from fall, winter, and even
spring) have been marked down from anywhere between 50 and 75 percent
off original prices. This means that all merchandise will sell for
anywhere between as low as just $20 and $150—even pieces from some of
your favorite, more expensive labels. (And lucky for us, this Saturday
is just the debut of what will become the boutique’s annual sale.)

Head across the street to enjoy even more sale items further reduced at Brightside Boutique—take an extra 30 percent off of discounted merchandise. And while you’re there, be sure to shop the boutique’s sale rack filled with pieces that have all been marked down to just $20!

And once you’ve picked up some new clothing and accessories, walk a few doors down to Poppy and Stella
for some new shoes to complete your new look! The store will be
offering a great deal, 40 to 50 percent off, one of our favorite lines, Pour La Victoire!

A few blocks over, visit the always unique Katwalk Boutique’s
Winter Inventory Sale, which will afford you an additional 10 percent
off of all discounted items—this means you can save up to 70 percent off
storewide!

Make your last stop in Fells Point across the street at Babe. In addition to the shop’s sale rack (saving you 40 to 50 percent), all date night dresses are now half off too. (Most under $100!)

At Green Spring Station, enjoy up to 50 percent off tons of sale merchandise (including winter styles) at Wee Chic.

Happy shopping!

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