The Green Light District (GLD) will hold its Second Annual Holiday Event on Thursday, December 8^th, 2011 from 5-9pm in the 2000-2100 blocks on Magazine St. The annual event is being held by the Green Light District in order to build community awareness of environmental issues and offer consumers a “Green” shopping holiday alternative.  All Green Light District Member businesses as well as several neighborhood businesses within the 2000-2100 blocks of Magazine St. will be open late and each will be offering a unique “Eco-Celebration” for the community and its customers.

The Green Light District (GLD) is an association of eco-friendly businesses that exists in the Lower Garden District and whose mission is to educate the community about sustainable practices and promote an eco-friendly lifestyle. The Green Light District businesses aim to give New Orleans residents an eco-friendly alternative when it comes to their shopping needs and to strengthen the community that exists in the Lower Garden District.

The evenings events to include live music by Ms. Mec & Belizaire,  A special Display of Light Bulb Trees courtesy of Sacred Heart High School Students & Green Light New Orleans, Complimentary Refreshments, Special event sales, An event “ Green Passport” that entitles participants the chance to win a Gift Basket full of Eco-gifts, Special Trunk Showings, a Live Green Santa for children to take pictures with as well as informational tables by Local Non-Profits and presentations from eco-minded service organizations.

So be sure to stop by Branch Out, get your passport stamped, eat, drink and be merry with us! We will be bulking up the sale and clearance racks so you can snag some great gifts or even a little something for yourself at great prices! Can’t wait to see you!

Happy Holiday! -Lauren + Thiri

For the Gals:

The Pantheone Dress is simply gorgeous! The rich deep jade color is perfect for any holiday party and the unique shoulder straps make this dress the perfect show stopper!

We just love this jacket because it’s basically feels like you are wrapped up in your favorite hoodie but it has all the style of a mini trench. The Sloan jacket simply goes with anything!

For the Guys:

The Alden Flannel is a great buy for any guy. You can’t get any more classic than this and the flannel is so soft you will want to wear it every day!

We decided to go with another Elwood pick this time around, the Rambler pant. These super soft and rich pants almost feel like velvet and the great chocolate color gives them a great vintage vibe. Goes perfect with the Alden flannel!

So there you have it, boys and girls, our favorites for November! Don’t forget to shop local this holiday season!

xoxo, Lauren + Thiri

Lauren’s Picks!

For the ladies…

the Bat Wing top: $50.00 

This super cute top has the best little details like the 3 button closure on the center back hem and the deep v-neck. I love this top paired with a pair of high waist skinny jeans!

For the gentlemen…

the Bridge t-shirt: $34.00

This t-shirt is cool and casual. Or you could pop it under one of our hot hoodies or vintage button ups and be good for a night out on the town!

Thiri’s Picks!

For the ladies…

the Charlie cardigan: $64.00

This cardigan is perfect for layering and a perfect transition piece with the 3/4 length sleeves. Also the softest fabric ever!

For the gentlemen…

the Everyday cords: $56.00

You simply cannot go wrong with these cords! Super soft with a little stretch and they go with anything.

Those are our January picks! Check them out online or in-store.

Oh, and don’t forget to stop by in-store to see all our great after holiday sales!

xoxo,

lauren + thiri

Branch Out is in the running to win the Merriment on Magazine St. Wreath Contest! Please help us win by “liking” Magazine Street and then simply ”like” Branch Out’s wreath in their album.

We made our wreath from 100% recycled materials and boy, did it take forever to make! I hand traced snow-flake designs off the Internet, then made the designs  into  paper stencils and used the stencils to cut snow-flakes from recycled cardboard boxes. (haha I used old Cheese Nips boxes and Heineken cartons)

We then added some of our recycled paper gift boxes and left over holiday ribbon to complete the festive wreath. Doesn’t it look great!? I’ve hyperlinked the photo so you can vote easily.

The grand prize is a years membership to the Magazine Merchant Association worth almost $400! So please, please help us win!

Thank you!

Lauren + Thiri

Please stop by Branch Out for some good old Holiday fun!