Wow - what a whirlwind! Thanksgiving, then the holidays and now on to the New Year! Even as write this, I can’t believe it’s 2026.
Now more than ever, I am just ready to...
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December blog!
DEBORAH SHUART
Posted on December 06 2025
I hope everyone had a fabulous Thanksgiving and enjoyed delicious food and family time! I certainly hope you were wearing some of your wonderful...
October blog
DEBORAH SHUART
Posted on October 01 2025
It’s been a whirlwind! After a relaxing summer in gorgeous N. Carolina, it was on to a magnificent wedding in picture perfect Lake Como before heading to Genoa to meet the woman behind one of our favorite Italian lines, Avant Toi. Watching the creative process...
January blog
DEBORAH SHUART
Posted on December 26 2024
Happy New Year! I hope everyone enjoyed their holidays- and we’re here to make sure you start the New Year off in style!
I’m sure you’ve been able to get into the store for at least some...
December blog
DEBORAH SHUART
Posted on December 02 2024
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving- lots of food, family, friends and football!
The timing was perfect for another cold front and our latest collection of...
October blog
DEBORAH SHUART
Posted on October 01 2024
It’s so great to hear from our DJ seasonal girls that you’re starting to pack and get organized for another fabulous season in our little slice of heaven!
I hope you’re following us on Instagram and Facebook, and haven’t missed seeing all the terrific new collections that have been...
December blog
DEBORAH SHUART
Posted on November 27 2023
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and has had a chance to walk off that delicious big meal!
Of course, this means the holidays are just around the corner- they always seem to sneak up on us! But have no worries, whether you’re planning...
May blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on April 28 2023
Vacations! The thought just brings a smile to your face- before you start worrying about what you’re going to pack! Whether you’re going to your happy place in Italy, an adventurous trip to Morocco, or a relaxing summer in N. Carolina….packing always...
April blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on March 31 2023
What a whirlwind! New York, LA, Paris….I’m so excited about all the wonderful fashions and new designers I’ve been discovering! I know you will be too!
After being out of the stores traveling, I was so happy to see all the newest collections that had arrived while I was gone. The stores just scream Spring! ...
March blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on March 01 2023
Before you know it, Spring will “officially” be here - but it’s already here at Deborah James! Even though I just got back from NY Fashion Week and am heading to Paris to shop for Fall, the stores are in full blown Spring mode! ...
January blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on January 02 2023
Happy New Year! We’re on to 2023 and all the fabulous things the year has in store for us!
Now that the holidays are over, we can sit back and take a breath! As much fun as the holidays are, they can be exhausting! I’m sure this blog finds some of you traveling back from family and friends ...
November blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on October 28 2022
So, is everyone ready for a fantastic season in South Florida? It’s so wonderful to see all our snowbirds flocking back into town and catching up with all their exciting news from the summer! We’re all enjoying the break in the weather and...
August blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on July 30 2022
I hope everyone has had a chance to enjoy some fun times with family and friends! That doesn’t even begin to explain the amazing time Steve and I just had in Capri...
February blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on February 02 2022
It seems this time of year we just go from one holiday to the next - New Year’s has come and gone, now we’re on to Valentine’s Day!
I know everyone is glad they picked up some of our fabulous sweaters to wear the past few weeks! That cold blast of air reminded us just how lucky we are to be ...
January blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on December 30 2021
Welcome 2022!!!!
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and- like me- is happy to see 2021 behind us!
I’ve had so much fun seeing multi -generation DJ girls...
November blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on October 27 2021
I honestly can’t believe the calendar. November?? I’m already seeing our seasonal clients back in the store, family and friends are making plans for...
October blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on October 02 2021
I am soo excited to be in Paris! After a year and a half of Zoom appointments and writing from line sheets - this is pure bliss! Paris never gets old! I can’t wait...
September blog
DEBORAH JAMES
Posted on September 01 2021
So summer is almost officially over! I hope everyone had a chance to relax and recharge. Steve and I had a wonderful time exploring the North East this summer...