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We have been dressing women in Apex for over 34 years and offer upscale designer collections curated with a Southern eye. Here, women from around the United States discover sophisticated, effortless beauty for every season. Whether you're looking for a sassy new dress to impress that special someone or the perfect outfit for your next vacation, your options are endless at Copper Penny.
With easy-to-find locations close to Apex's hottest spots, our curated selection of the newest, most popular women's clothing lines reflects the effortless glamour of Apex. Whether you're a tidy professional or a fierce trend-setter, our goal is to help you find the perfect look for your own unique style. With designer brands like CK Bradley and Holst & Lee on hand year-round, finding your new look is easy and fun when you visit Copper Penny.
Our clothing lines give ladies a refreshing mix of one-of-a-kind authenticity with real wearability, allowing them to shine with confidence and style all year long. So, go ahead and spoil yourself - you deserve to look like a million bucks!
Diamonds are pretty and all, but honestly? Dresses are a girl's best friend. Dresses are fun, comfortable, and versatile. At Copper Penny, they're also fashionable and cute. We have a huge selection of women's dresses in Apex, NC, from stylistic sheath dresses to drop-waist styles that will make your girlfriends jealous.
These dresses are made to fit your waist and then gradually flare out towards the hem. A-line dresses are excellent for minimizing thighs, hips, and midsections while pulling the eyes to your bust. This style of dress is a great fit for almost any body type. There's a reason why so many brides settle on A-Line dresses for their big day! With plenty of varieties, this is a kind of dress that you can wear again and again.
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Like the A-Line style, empire dresses are made to fit through your bust. Rather than creating a distinctly angular shape like the A-Line, the Empire style flows from the bust down. This is another kind of dress that fits many body types. From curvy to apple body shapes, the Empire draws focus to your bust and minimizes everything else. For lovely ladies on the shorter side, this style defines your silhouette, especially if you choose a maxi length dress.
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A throwback to the roaring 20's style flapper dresses, Drop Waist dresses look best on lean, athletic bodies that don't have too many curves in the hip area. The key to pulling off a Drop Waist style dress is to ensure that it's not hugging you. This dress is best worn when it is able to hang freely on your body.
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Any clothing store for women in Apex, NC, worth its salt, will have plenty of fit & flare dresses for you to try. This common-shaped dress is one of the most popular on the market, mainly because they look great on every woman, regardless of age or shape. A timeless choice, fit & flare dresses fit through the bodice and flare out just below your hip. This helps develop a balanced, slimming silhouette for most women. If you want to accentuate your best assets and hide everything else, ask our experienced fashionistas to show you some the most popular fit & flare dresses at Copper Penny.
Time to start doing your happy dance! Fit & flare dresses have very balanced proportions, making them a true winner for every body type. Women with athletic builds love this dress for the extra curves. Women with apple-shaped bodies love how fit & flare dresses define their waistlines. Because this dress already looks like an hourglass on the hanger, it will be a natural fit for ladies with such a figure.
Shift dresses are typically rectangular in shape and tend to be comfy and forgiving since they aren't fitted. Also called a column dress, the shift dress is a great choice for polished professionals needing a conservative, fashionable outfit for work.
These dresses look fabulous on women with athletic, lean shapes and women with an apple-like figure. This kind of dress doesn't work well with a belt, so ladies with an hourglass figure may not be able to show off their curves in a shift. Try pairing this dress with a nice pair of heels for a beautiful new look!
Wrap dresses are one of the most popular styles on the market, because they give ladies of most shapes and sizes a flattering, fashionable dress option.
If you have an hourglass, apple, or generally curvy body shape, you're going to love wrap dresses. This style of dress offers a natural waist while placing emphasis on your bust. Wrap dresses give you a balanced silhouette and, with a knee-length fit, are great for any type of color or style, both day and nightwear.
Unless you're feeling extra sassy, chances are you're wearing a top at this very moment. Tops are garments that cover the top half of your body. At Copper Penny, we have an endless selection of tops in a wide range of styles - from basic tees to blouses and everything in between. If you're looking for the highest quality women's tops in Apex, NC, you just hit the jackpot!
With that said, finding the right top for the right occasion is easier said than done. However, at Copper Penny, we make finding the right top fun. Whether you're looking for a top that makes a statement or you need a classic button-down for a subdued style, we've got your back. We only carry the most popular tops from the best brands and designers around the world.
Sometimes called broadcloth tops, poplins have classic characteristics and are often woven with an over/under weave. This kind of weave gives more substance to your top while also giving you room to breathe. Poplin shirts are typically soft and smooth, and are great for everyday business attire, some formal occasions, and for certain ceremonies. Sweet and feminine, our Bruna poplin eyelet bib top features ruffles at the sleeves and an eyelet lace yoke at the front. Pair your poplin with your favorite pair of shorts or jeans for a contemporary, relaxed look.
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Great for wearing solo or layered over a camisole or tank top, wrap tops are lightweight, versatile, and great for many different occasions. Wrap tops go well with jeans, maxi dresses, and high-waisted jeans or trousers. Our V-Neck Wrap SLV Top by Jayden is uber-popular at Copper Penny and the perfect choice for dressing down or dressing up. The choice is yours!
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For a dose of feminine fashion, be sure you add an off-the-shoulder top to your everyday wardrobe. A casual, sexy choice, off-the-shoulder tops have unique necklines that cut across your upper arms and chest, leaving your shoulders bare. The result is a flirty flash of skin, which elongates your neck and gives a relaxed, "daytime casual" look. Our Nola off-the-shoulder top pairs perfectly with shorts or even a flowy skirt and is hand-woven in Spain using Jacquard fabric.
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Who doesn't love a good tank top?! Tank tops are lightweight, versatile, and equally great for lounging in the yard or running errands on weekends. Tank tops lend an air of simplicity to your outfit and can be styled in endless ways. Take our Velvet Heart Victory Tank, for instance. This tank is a refreshing update on our classic sleeveless tank top, complete with fray details and a scoop neck. Throw in the fact that it's machine washable, and you have a wardrobe winner.
Shop NowHaving trouble finding the best top for your size and style? As the most trusted women's clothing boutique in Apex, NC, Copper Penny has helped women discover new looks in the Lowcountry for more than two decades. We take pride in providing a personalized, boutique experience for our customers. If you have questions, give us a call or swing by one of our locations. We would be happy to give you our professional opinion.
Until then, here's a quick guide you can follow to help you find the right fit for your women's top in Apex:
When choosing a women's top for your outfit, you have to consider how comfortable, confident, and beautiful you will feel. The best way to feel your best in an outfit is to make sure it fits correctly. To get started, you'll want to take your measurements. For most women's tops, the best areas to focus on are your hips, waist, and chest.
Hip Measurements: Measuring your hips is fairly easy. Take your measuring tape and use it to wrap around the widest area of your hips.
Waist Measurements: Take your measuring tape and place it at the very top of your hip bone. Wrap it all the way around your body. Try to keep your measuring tape in line with your belly button. For the most accurate measurements, stand up straight and breathe normally.
Chest Measurements: For an accurate chest measurement, take the end of your measuring tape and place it on the fullest area of your bust. From there, wrap the tape around your body, under your armpits, and around the blades of your shoulders. Then, wrap the tape tightly from the back of your body to the front, where you started.
Swing by Copper Penny and ask one of our friendly sales associates to help you out! While you're there, don't forget to check out our huge selection of women's tops in Apex, NC.
Looking to take your style to the next level? You can also get in touch with a personal stylist directly from our website. With a personal stylist by your side, you can find stunning looks for specific occasions, using comfortable clothing in your favorite colors and cuts. Copper Penny is your one-stop-shop for fashionable, fun, fabulous designer clothing in Apex. But don't take our word for it's come see for yourself!
Two grocery stores are expanding their Triangle footprint this November.Harris Teeter is opening a new store at the Sweetwater Town Center development in Apex, and Trader Joe’s...
Two grocery stores are expanding their Triangle footprint this November.
Harris Teeter is opening a new store at the Sweetwater Town Center development in Apex, and Trader Joe’s is opening in North Raleigh’s Brennan Station shopping center.
The Harris Teeter comes with amenities including a full-service Starbucks, a fuel center, a pharmacy and a bar serving wine and beer.
Trader Joe’s — known for its store-brand fresh, frozen and shelf-stable food items and viral tote bags — is moving into a 10,000-square-foot space off Creedmoor Road formerly occupied by O2 Fitness.
Here are the logistics:
In case you were preoccupied last week with a little thing called the election, here’s some of the retail news you might have missed.
Furniture stores in the Triangle have been making moves lately.
After a long wait, RH Raleigh opened at North Hills. An old Bed Bath & Beyond in Durham will house Bob’s Discount Furniture.
And the latest furniture news comes from American Freight, a national retailer that’s shutting down all of its stores, as its parent company, Franchise Group, continues Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. American Freight has a dozen stores in North Carolina, including one in Raleigh.
Franchise Group also owns Pet Supplies Plus, The Vitamin Shoppe and Buddy’s Home Furnishings. But those three businesses aren’t closing, unlike American Freight.
Sales are happening in store and online, and customers can shop for appliances, bedroom furniture, dining tables and living room sets.
Months ago, The News & Observer reported that Miniso, a Chinese retailer offering toys, snacks, beauty products and other items, would open at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh.
The opening date was initially reported as sometime in July, but the store did not open over the summer.
It’s now expected to open in mid-November, on the second level of the mall near Ultimate Comics.
DGX is shutting down its store on East Davie Street in Raleigh, The N&O previously reported.
Compared to other Dollar General locations, DGX stores are smaller and offer more grab-and-go items. But the downtown Raleigh DGX sells fresh produce, setting it apart from other Dollar General stores in the city.
The N&O has asked when the store’s last day of business is. According to Triangle Business Journal, which first reported the closure, the store will close in early December.
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READ MOREThe News & Observer highlights some of the top high school football players — and top college recruits — in Raleigh, Durham and beyond.Expand AllAPEXHigh school athletes imitate what they see from pro athletes on TV. That’s a given, and Apex Friendship’s football team provided corroboration Friday night as the clock ticked down to the Patriots finishing off Green Level, 33-7.A group of Patriots hoisted a Gatorade bucket to celebrate improving to 9-1 overall and clinc...
The News & Observer highlights some of the top high school football players — and top college recruits — in Raleigh, Durham and beyond.
APEX
High school athletes imitate what they see from pro athletes on TV. That’s a given, and Apex Friendship’s football team provided corroboration Friday night as the clock ticked down to the Patriots finishing off Green Level, 33-7.
A group of Patriots hoisted a Gatorade bucket to celebrate improving to 9-1 overall and clinching the Southwest Wake Athletic Conference (7-0). They snuck up behind unsuspecting head coach Adam Sanders and drenched him. A large crowd, adults and students, roared approval.
Yes, it’s a cliché copied from TV, but bravo the enthusiasm from the sideline to the grandstands. In only nine seasons of varsity football, the school has developed the traditions that define Friday Night Lights and its unique slice of Americana.
“I think it all goes to the foundation that has been set by the coaching staff,” said senior running back Jaden Avery, who is within range of a 2,000-yard season. “Our foundation statement is getting better every day. Whether that’s on the field or not, we try to grow. We have a lot of sayings like that.”
The regular-season finale traditions on display included a dominant player, with Avery as the face of a winning team; a full complement of cheerleaders and the dance team performing; a packed student section behind a banner proclaiming “The Pit;” and the Marching Brigade, fresh off winning awards at a band day competition in Delaware, entertained with music, flags and murals on wheels rolled onto the field.
Next up are the N.C. High School Athletic Association playoffs, although most schools are off this week until the official first round begins on November 15. The playoff brackets will be announced Sunday.
Avery is in his third varsity season after coming up to the varsity midway through his freshman year. He also attended Apex Friendship Middle School, which is next door to the high school campus, so he’s viewed closely the program’s growth.
But Avery has delivered to program a new ingredient this season as a prolific workhorse. He doubled his output from his junior year, although he measures only as a 5-foot-9, 185-pounder. Through 10 game he’s carried 250 times for 1,779 yards and 22 touchdowns.
“I couldn’t be prouder of a kid,” Sanders said. “I don’t think we’ve leaned on one player like we have this year. It’s not an ideal situation, but he has shown he can handle it with his hard work. He’s a humble kid.”
Avery plays bigger than his size a low center of gravity. He has shown a knack for knocking back bigger tacklers.
“I’ve always been a low runner,” he said. “When I brace for contact and I’m the lowest, I usually win. I try use all the work I put into my advantage.”
Avery’s approach to his expanded role this season included aiding his recovery with quiet weekends, soaks in Epsom salt and stretching. His durability was never more valuable than the Patriots’ win two weeks ago over Middle Creek, 17-14. He carried 48 times for 254 yards and two touchdowns. Many of the carries were late in the game to bleed the clock.
The victory positioned Apex Friendship to clinch the outright conference title, to maintain its lead over Middle Creek (6-4, 6-1). The Patriots started slowly against Green Level, leading only 6-0 at halftime, but Avery finished the night with 22 carries for 154 yards and two touchdowns.
However, there’s a Middle Creek fifth quarter to the story. His recovery weekend to refresh for Green Level didn’t begin until after he helped clean up the locker room following the Middle Creek celebration.
“True story,” said Sanders.
Avery shrugged his shoulders.
“I think that goes to being the best leader I can be,” he explained. “The locker room was a mess. Someone had to take care of it. I think that comes from my parents (Matt and Neva). They raised me well to be the best kid I possibly can be. When something like that happens, I always make sure I’m the bigger person in the that case.”
As for Avery’s college future, his body size has limited interest from Football Bowl Subdivision schools, but Sanders says Avery has potential at the right school. He sees him as a fit at the military academies, Army, Navy and Air Force in the FBS, or at a Football Championship Subdivision member. He also has a 4.4 grade-point average for Ivy League potential.
But the immediate future means the 4A playoffs. The Patriots hope they have a few more locker rooms to clean up.
Avery was asked for one word to describe Friendship’s supportive campus:
“Togetherness.”
READ MOREThe News & Observer highlights some of the top high school football players — and top college recruits — in Raleigh, Durham and beyond.Expand AllApexA table outside Apex High’s library hallway entrance features eight or so photos of football seniors encased in standup placards. A QR code on each player’s glossy page contains college prospect information.Apex coach John Mozerka uses the placards to assist players off the radar of Division I recruiters yet with the pas...
The News & Observer highlights some of the top high school football players — and top college recruits — in Raleigh, Durham and beyond.
Apex
A table outside Apex High’s library hallway entrance features eight or so photos of football seniors encased in standup placards. A QR code on each player’s glossy page contains college prospect information.
Apex coach John Mozerka uses the placards to assist players off the radar of Division I recruiters yet with the passion to continue playing at a lower-division program. The code can be scanned to transmit information directly to a recruiting coordinator’s database.
Great egalitarian idea. But what does that have to do with the placard featuring senior Kaleb Morrow? The 6-foot-6, 245-pound tight end is committed to East Carolina. Recruiters found him on their own.
Well, plenty if you learn Morrow’s story.
His family had relocated to Apex his freshman year. He was the new kid in town still awkwardly growing into his body. He doesn’t turn 18 until June — meaning he was a gangly 14-year-old freshman on the Apex JV team and a young 15-year-old sophomore in a backup role on the varsity. He needed time to develop his game.
Morrow found such support from Apex’s older receivers. They were guys on their way to find their college destination through the Apex library table placards.
â–ª Trey Barbee, an Apex senior on the 2022 team, is a sophomore at Randolph-Macon College, a Division II program in Ashland, Virginia.
â–ª Ian Bright (2022 Apex senior), Barton College, Division II, Wilson, N.C.
â–ª Jack Welch (2022 Apex senior), Barton.
â–ª Zach Lowe (2023 Apex senior), Mercer College, FCS, Macon, Georgia.
“Those guys helped me a lot,” Morrow said. “They helped me with fundamental stuff like footwork and releases. It meant a lot to have older players helping me.”
Such assistance is not a given in high school sports — or any level for that matter. It has to be developed from a team bond and maintained through a coaching staff’s continuity.
“It’s a small-town culture here,” Morrow said. “I like the small-town feel.”
The Apex library table was an outgrowth of Mozerka’s own high school athlete and coaching experiences in San Diego prior to relocating to North Carolina. He was an Apex assistant until promoted to head coach in 2021.
As a high school athlete, Mozerka played in a city with recruiters flocking to see talent that included future Heisman Trophy winner Rashaan Salaam and six-time NFL Pro Bowler La’Roi Glover. They weren’t looking Mozerka’s way, but he found the right fit at Sacramento State, which at the time was transitioning from Division II to I-AA (now Football Championship Subdivision).
Later, as a young coach, he began to better understand the challenge athletes face to find the right fit college fit.
“Once I got out here, I saw there are so many more Division II and III opportunities on the East Coast,” Mozerka said. “I wanted to find ways to package information.”
Morrow’s emergence into a Division I athlete resulted in Apex adjusting its offense.
His freshman season on the JV team the Cougars utilized a spread offense that lacked a tight end. His sophomore varsity season Mozerka added some tight end formations. Although Morrow finished with only eight receptions for 85 yards, four were red-zone plays resulting in touchdowns.
Apex won a conference title in 2022 with a 10-2 overall record. The Cougars advanced to the second round of the playoffs before a suffering a loss against Hillside.
The offense adapted to a tight end focus Morrow’s junior season. He caught 30 passes for 382 yards and two touchdowns. Apex finished 7-4 with a first-round playoff loss to New Bern.
“We were an up-tempo offense, but we’ve slowed it down with a tight end and multiple backs,” Mozerka said. “He’s an in-line blocker that gets loose on play-action and run-pass-option. That’s his forte, and we decided to maximize it. He has pass-catching ability and he’s shown some pop on his blocking.”
Morrow’s senior season numbers on a young roster are down with seven catches for 109 yards and one touchdown through five games, but he is confident the offense has made strides under sophomore quarterback Kyle Hulse. Apex bounced back from a 1-2 start with back-to-back conference wins over Panther Creek and Cary.
Apex (3-2, 2-0) travels for a 7 p.m. Friday game at Green Level (1-4, 1-1). The conference title tests arrive the following two weeks against Apex Friendship (4-1, 2-0) and Middle Creek (2-3, 2-0).
“We’re coming together,” said Morrow, sounding like a supportive senior teammate. “Our young quarterback is getting better every game. We’ll see what we can do the next couple of games.”
Some emerging players might earn a library table placard.
This story was originally published October 3, 2024, 6:00 AM.
