When it comes to the latest trends in women's apparel, there's no better place to shop till you drop than Downtown Chucktown. And if you're searching for the finest threads in Historic Savannah, look no further than Copper Penny - the Lowcountry's go-to shop for anyone that has a passion for fashion.
We have been dressing women in Historic Savannah 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 Historic Savannah's hottest spots, our curated selection of the newest, most popular women's clothing lines reflects the effortless glamour of Historic Savannah. 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 Historic Savannah, GA, 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 Historic Savannah, GA, 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 Historic Savannah, GA, 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 Historic Savannah, GA, 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 Historic Savannah:
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 Historic Savannah, GA.
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 Historic Savannah. But don't take our word for it's come see for yourself!
The Davenport House Museum, an award-winning property owned and operated by ...
The Davenport House Museum, an award-winning property owned and operated by Historic Savannah Foundation and located at 324 E. State St. on Columbia Square in Savannah, Ga., recently announced plans to expand the historical narrative at this historic house museum into the early 20th century for the first time since the Federal-style building opened as a house museum in 1963.
“Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches,” a new exhibit curated by Davenport House Museum Executive Director Danielle Hodes and featuring a wide range of historic photography, will open at Historic Savannah Foundation’s Murray C. Perlman and Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center, located at 323 E. Broughton St., on Thursday, January 16 and run through May 2025. The exhibit shares the fascinating story of the Chan family who lived in the iconic 1820 home when it operated as a tenement in the early 20thcentury, before the Davenport House was saved from demolition and renovated as a 19th-century house museum.
“Until now, the Davenport House Museum’s primary period of interpretation has been from 1820 to 1827, when Isaiah Davenport, his wife Sarah, their children and 13 enslaved workers lived in the home,” said Danielle Hodes, Davenport House Museum Executive Director. “This new exhibit offers insight into Savannah’s vibrant Chinese-American community in the early 1900s.”
In November of 2023, the Davenport House Museum opened an immersive urban slavery exhibition on the garden-level of the historic 1820 home that was originally built by carpenter Isaiah Davenport, transforming the space into an educational exploration of urban slavery in the antebellum period. “Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches” expands the narrative at the Davenport House even further, marking the first exhibition that has focused on the period in the 20th century when the home operated as a tenement building.
“Old Chan Magic” will explore the life and legacy of the Chan family in Savannah in the early 1900s. An Opening Reception will take place onThursday, Jan. 16 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.This exhibition features rare photographs and stories that reveal the daily lives of the Chan family, their business endeavors and their experience as part of a growing Chinese-American community in the South in the early 20th century. Through these images, visitors will discover a unique perspective on the intersection of Chinese heritage and Southern identity during a pivotal time in Savannah’s history.
As part of this special evening, the City of Savannah Municipal Archives will be on site with its History On The Go station, collecting on-the-spot oral histories with community members to capture and preserve personal stories. The opening reception is free and open to the public, although RSVPs are encouraged.
In 1889, Robert Chung Chan became one of Savannah’s first Chinese immigrants. Robert and his wife, Annie, lived in the Davenport House from 1901 to 1902 while operating a Chinese laundry in what is now the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy. Their story embodies the broader experience of early Chinese immigrants in America while uniquely reflecting Savannah’s cultural landscape, shaped in large part by Robert’s leadership, influence, and social connections.
“We warmly invite Savannah residents and visitors to join us for the opening reception of this groundbreaking exhibition, which will be the first of its kind at the Davenport House Museum,” said Sue Adler, CEO and President of Historic Savannah Foundation. “’Old Chan Magic’ will offer a rare glimpse into Savannah’s vibrant Chinese community, explore our city’s rich multicultural heritage and celebrate the narratives that continue to shape Savannah’s vibrant history.”
In addition, the Davenport House Museum will host “In the Garden Behind the Moon: Author Talk with Alexandra A. Chan” on Friday, Jan. 17. The evening begins with an exhibition preview from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., followed by an author talk, Q&A session and book signing from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Through the lens of grief, resilience and renewal, Chan will explore her path to healing by uncovering the stories and artifacts left by her father and ancestors. This event is $10 per person and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase on-site.
Chan, a distinguished archaeologist, artist and author, is a descendant of Robert and Annie Chan, former residents of the Davenport House and proprietors of the R.C. Chan, Tong & Co., a Chinese laundry that once occupied the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy at 323 E. Broughton St.
Chan will share insights from her deeply moving memoir, In the Garden Behind the Moon, an extraordinary work that was honored as the Best Book of the Year in Multicultural Nonfiction at the American Book Fest Book Awards. In her memoir, Chan blends family history with personal discovery, taking readers on a journey from pre-revolution China to Jim Crow-era Savannah, the Pacific theater of WWII and the black sands of Iceland. Enriched with full-color Chinese brush paintings by the author and vintage photographs, In the Garden Behind the Moon serves as a powerful testament to the magic and wonder of daily life.
This program is presented in association with the City of Savannah Municipal Archives Hungry for History series as well as the new exhibition, “Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches.”
Built in 1820, the Davenport House was designed by carpenter Isaiah Davenport and officially launched Savannah’s historic preservation movement when a group of seven local women joined forces to purchase the historic home, which was slated for demolition, in 1955. The Davenport House officially opened as a house museum in 1963 and has been open to the public ever since.
For more information, visit davenporthousemuseum.org.
Primary ContentListen00:00LISTEN: The nonprofit wants Georgians' help raising awareness of lesser-known historic properties in the Hostess City. GPB's Benjamin Payne reports.The Historic Savannah Foundation is reaching out to the public for help identifying properties at risk of deterioration as part of its new "Endangered Places" program.The initiative aims to spotlight lesser-known historic proper...
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LISTEN: The nonprofit wants Georgians' help raising awareness of lesser-known historic properties in the Hostess City. GPB's Benjamin Payne reports.
The Historic Savannah Foundation is reaching out to the public for help identifying properties at risk of deterioration as part of its new "Endangered Places" program.
The initiative aims to spotlight lesser-known historic properties that may have been overlooked by existing preservation efforts such as the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation's "Places in Peril" list.
"There's history overflowing everywhere," said Historic Savannah Foundation preservation director Ellie Isaacs, referring to properties well outside Savannah's famed downtown. "You can drive by a place and not even know the history or the stories that it has."
Isaacs, who has called Savannah home for about a decade, sees the program as an opportunity to uncover hidden gems throughout the Hostess City.
"I feel like I'm constantly learning new things and new history that I didn't know before," she said. "So, I'm really excited for people to bring even more things that we don't know about, or that we're not aware of, to the table."
The foundation expects to announce its first Endangered Places list this spring, with plans to update it continuously. Georgians can submit nominations at any time through HSF's website, as there is no submission deadline.
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Benjamin is the Savannah-based reporter for GPB, where he covers Coastal Georgia.
Prior to coming to Savannah, he freelanced in Bellingham, Washington, for public media outlets including NPR, Marketplace, and PRX. Previously, Benjamin hosted Morning Edition for WVIK, his hometown NPR member station in Rock Island, Ill. Before that, he served a news internship with NPR member station WBEZ in Chicago.
Benjamin is a graduate of the University of Nevada-Reno's journalism master's program, and earned his undergraduate degree in journalism from Augustana College in Rock Island.
The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation has its "Places in Peril" program, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation has its annual 11 Most Endangered Historic Places list. The initiatives serve to raise awareness on threats to historic resources in Georgia and n...
The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation has its "Places in Peril" program, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation has its annual 11 Most Endangered Historic Places list. The initiatives serve to raise awareness on threats to historic resources in Georgia and nationwide.
Now, the Historic Savannah Foundation has its own initiative of the same ilk. HSF launched a Savannah Endangered Places initiative on Jan. 6, aiming to identify and preserve historic resources at risk of demolition, neglect or inappropriate development within the city, according to an HSF press release on the initiative.
"It gives us the opportunity to have a conversation with people in our community and for the community have conversation with us, and the conversation is about preservation," said HSF President and CEO Sue Adler in an interview.
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HSF will accept nominations for the list on a rolling basis, and the nomination process will be "ongoing" with no deadline. Nominations can be submitted through a form on HSF's website.
The form asks details about property history such as its community significance and if any notable events or people are connected to the site. There are also questions about why the property is at risk, and what preservation threats it faces.
HSF Director of Preservation Ellie Isaacs said it is also important for applicants to identify community efforts or ideas to advocate for the property's preservation in the future. The criteria for historic sites to be placed on the list includes:
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Isaacs, who spearheaded this local initiative, said having a local list will make preservation more proactive. Instead of having conversations about saving historic resources once they are on meeting agendas or are being planned for demolition, the endangered places list can cultivate awareness of threatened resources early on.
Both Adler and Isaacs expressed hopes the initiative could produce sites for nomination to the Georgia Trust's Places in Peril or the national 11 Most Endangered Places. Still, the program's primary goal is to promote preservation conversations around Savannah.
"We drive around all the time and look at buildings, and we're inviting the community to do the same thing," Adler said.
Evan Lasseter is the city of Savannah and Chatham County government reporter for the Savannah Morning News. You can reach him at ELasseter@savannahnow.com.
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Super Museum Sunday is happening on Feb. 9.Here is a look at sites taking place in each county:Bryan County:Richmond Hill Historical Society & MuseumFort McAllisterBulloch County:Georgia Southern Uni...
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Super Museum Sunday is happening on Feb. 9.
Here is a look at sites taking place in each county:
Bryan County:
Richmond Hill Historical Society & Museum
Bulloch County:
Chatham County:
Bonaventure Historical Society
City of Savannah Municipal Archives (virtual only)
Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home
Fort Pulaski National Monument
Gray’s Reef Ocean Discovery Center
Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace
Lutheran Church of the Ascension
National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force
Oatland Island Wildlife Center
Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum
Savannah History Museum and Battlefield Memorial Park
Savannah-Ogeechee Canal Museum & Nature Center
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
Telfair Museums' Jepson Center
Telfair Museums' Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters
Telfair Museums' Telfair Academy
Thunderbolt Historical Society
Tybee Island Light Station and Museum
Tybee Island Marine Science Center
UGA Marine Education Center & Aquarium
Effingham County:
Georgia Salzburger Society Museum and Jerusalem Church
Liberty County:
Fort Morris Cannon
Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center and Museum
Military History at Veterans Memorial Walk
McIntosh County:
Fort King George State Historic Site
You can find more sites participating across Georgia on the Georgia History Festival website.
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Historic Savannah Foundation kicks off its 2025 Lecture Series with an inspiring January 23rd event featuring Meredith Stone, who will delve into her family's remarkable journey from slavery to community leadership, all while celebrating the legacy of African American cultural preservation....
Historic Savannah Foundation kicks off its 2025 Lecture Series with an inspiring January 23rd event featuring Meredith Stone, who will delve into her family's remarkable journey from slavery to community leadership, all while celebrating the legacy of African American cultural preservation.
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The Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF), which is currently celebrating its 70th anniversary, will host a special discussion about “Savannah Legacy: A Story of African American Cultural Preservation and Innovation.” on Thursday, January 23 at the HSF headquarters, located at 321 E. York St. This event will be the first in the 2025 Historic Savannah Foundation Lecture Series, “People, Places and Stories That Define Savannah.” Attendees are invited to a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The lecture will start at 6 p.m.
The January HSF Lecture will feature Meredith Stone, a local architectural and urban designer, preservationist and real estate professional. This Savannah native will share her fascinating journey of genealogical research, including the incredible story of how she uncovered her family’s path from slavery to becoming prominent community leaders.
In her lecture, Stone will discuss efforts to restore her family’s ancestral property, an 1890s home located south of Savannah State University. The Stone home notably became a haven for the local Black community during segregation and is situated on the former Placentia Plantation, where generations of the Stone family were once enslaved. The property is currently being nominated for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, due to the significant contributions of Percy H. Stone, Harriet P. Stone, Monroe Nathan Work and the entire Stone family.
Stone and her family seek to honor the legacy of Percy and Harriet Stone by archiving their personal libraries and maintaining the family home.
“As a real estate professional and urban designer, Meredith understands that buildings are much more than brick and mortar. They are truly our legacy and the birthplace of traditions, stories and artifacts that will inform future generations about life in Savannah,” said Historic Savannah Foundation CEO and President Sue Adler. “We can’t wait for Meredith to share her family’s inspiring story at our January HSF Lecture.”
A graduate of Howard University, Stone earned a master’s degree in architecture and serves as a design associate with Gunn Meyerhoff Shay Architects in Savannah, Ga., where she designs and restores buildings that are significant to the Hostess City’s cultural landscape. To date, she has worked on a number of notable local buildings, including the Savannah Cultural Arts Center and The Alida Hotel.
An accomplished real estate professional and former TEDxSavannah speaker, Stone also serves as a Director with the Vantosh Commercial Group at Seabolt Real Estate in Savannah, Ga., where she specializes in commercial, land and residential real estate. Active in the community, she is a housing and small business advocate who currently serves on the Chatham County Zoning Board of Appeals and the board of directors for the Creative Coast, a local nonprofit that supports the creative economy in Savannah, Ga.
The next speaker in HSF’s 2025 Lecture Series will be Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation President and CEO W. Wright Mitchell discussing “The Georgia Trust’s Places in Peril 2025” on February 20. For more information about the HSF Lecture Series, please visit myhsf.org.
Historic Savannah Foundation’s 2025 Lecture Series is open to the public. Reservations are recommended, as space is limited.
Attendance is free for Historic Savannah Foundation members and $15 for non-members. Members and non-members may RSVP by emailing Kendall Graham at kgraham@myhsf.org or calling 912-233-7787, ext. 109.
