If you are not familiar with the Edmonton based Parlour Magazine, maybe you should check it out.  The magazine was created by the lovely and talented Shelly Solarz ( and personal friend to Meese ).  She had an incredible vision and has made it into a working piece of art, containing everything grand and local.  The latest issue features Lady Gaga on the cover, and a great marionette photo spread with wonderful ideas for spring wardrobes.  

We are getting very excited for the next issue to be released…because we’re in it!  We had the pleasure of hosting the Parlour team here in St.Albert in our boutique, and around our beautiful city.  The day was perfect, the sun was high, the company was fantastic and there was not a cloud in site.  We started the interview in Meese with Caroline, whom put me at great ease…which was so very nice since I am always so  terrified of interviews.  I believe my first statement on the record was ‘ please make me sound epically smart’ ughh… then it was really up-hill from there.  After the interview we then moved on to our ‘ duck pond ‘ as Evan and I know it ( known in St.Albert as Grandin Eco-park ) with our little crimson couch in tow.  The reeds surrounding the pond was the new temporary home for our couch and our beautiful model Nadine.  Props to Lillian the photographer for bringing her cousin (visiting from outta town), without her help the couch would have been sunk or possible a float with all the ducks to enjoy.  The shoot was amazing, the model ( big ups Nadine Parfett) threw all caution to the wind and jumped in, literally feet first.  

At the end of the day even with scratches, wet shoes, accessories tangled, and Evans’ sunburn, we had the best time ever!   So search for this magazine in local shops including Meese, and don’t miss an issue ’cause every one is really a gem or maybe even a treasure box waiting to be opened for you to feast your eyes on all the local bounty.

 A big THANKS to Shelly and her amazing traveling team, and to all those involved with the making of Parlour.  Thank you Thank you Thank you

May long weekend is over, so its now safe to say summer is on its way.  We have been madly sewing up great dresses, for the long sunny days to come!  Come to Meese and find your new favorite….

The Chantilly dress here is also featured in the newest Parlour magazine on our lovely model Alexa.

Make-up by Landice

Hair by Blush

Photo by Centree Photography

ARTWALK begins at Meese! Our first artist will be kicking things off here on May 7th at 6pm until 9pm, and his pieces will remain featured here for the entire month. Come down and meet him, experience his work, and graze on refreshments!
Artist #1
Brad Kennedy is a 29 year old artist residing in St. Albert. He has studied fine arts, graphic design, and architecture at post secondary level. Here he is displaying vivid acrylic paintings titled “Embodied” containing descriptive portraitures.

We had such a great time with all our models, The Beauty Parlour ladies, and all of our friends backstage that helped us with dressing, timing, and making sure we were fed and had plenty of wine. Thanks to everyone whom participated and came to see our Sessa Wearables Fall/Winter ‘09 collection. As soon as we have video (as promised) we will post it on the site.
thanks again,

Tressa Heckbert
Sessa Wearables

here are some reviews in case you missed the show
“http://mieletcannelle.wordpress.com/2009/04/09/meeses-pieces/”
“http://misadventuresofellebee.blogspot.com/”

Meese is practically bursting with great new pieces.  We’ve most recently received our new Astrosatchel bags pictured below.  In the past week alone we’ve had 8 deliveries!  We’ve got great summer dresses from J’Dore, Frank Lyman, Papillion Blanc, and wonderful eco-friendly pieces from Refurbished, Elroy, and, Lav & Kush.  

Meese turns the big 2!  Come on down to the store and join us for the celebration.  There will be cupcakes, prizes, sale items and in store specials.  See you saturday…..

…according to our calendar, spring was here over a week ago, too bad the weather can’t keep up? We’re moving on from winter with all of our new spring/summer dresses. We’ve been receiving new frocks weekly and posting them in our Meese’s Pieces page for your peepers. You can also see them live on ladies at Servus places for our birthday fashion show on April 4th.

so here it comes… not only is it the first day of spring… but in 2 weeks Meese Clothing will be turning 2 years old! I must say its been pretty fantastic, we’ve gotten to know quite a few customers and have added a bunch more designers to our roster. Plus our studio has been producing some killer pieces for in-store and other Canadian boutiques. Who would’ve thought this little dream I had (since my college entry essay) would come to full fruition by the time I turned…. anyways… Evan and I really love Meese and how its changed our lives and exposed us to great Canadian talent and we are so super excited for the years to come. With that said, we will be counting down the days with you till April 4th and then there shall be a grande birthday event!
so yah, stay tuned….

these great books are hand made by Evan himself, they include a calendar, recycled paper, and some bonus pages for you and your creative needs! His genius-ness has made 4 so far, and they are available for $19, so get ‘em while they’re here ’cause I don’t think they’ll be here long…

Spring is coming in, including our first grouping of SESSA pieces, the Cymric top, Sphynx skirt, Ussuri skirt, and Audrey dresses. (all include a hand woven silk detail)