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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh's hottest spots, our curated selection of the newest, most popular women's clothing lines reflects the effortless glamour of Raleigh. 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 Raleigh, NC, from stylistic sheath dresses to drop-waist styles that will make your girlfriends jealous.
We offer several styles and shapes from which you can pick. Not sure what style fits best?
It all starts at the waist:
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.
Shop NowOnce you know the kind of waist that fits your body type, it's time to find your shape. A few of our most popular dress shapes include:
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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh:
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.
Need help measuring? 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 Raleigh, NC.
Contact UsLooking 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 Raleigh. But don't take our word for it – come see for yourself!
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Monday marks Veterans Day. This federal holiday started over 100 years ago, with November 11, 1918, seen as the end of 'the war to end all wars.'According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, it's a celebration to "honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good."Although there ...
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Monday marks Veterans Day. This federal holiday started over 100 years ago, with November 11, 1918, seen as the end of 'the war to end all wars.'
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, it's a celebration to "honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good."
Although there is no Veterans Day parade in Raleigh this year, there are many events and ways you can honor the men and women who served our great nation.
Here are events happening in the Triangle and beyond:
Veterans Day ObservanceMonday, November 1111 a.m. at Veterans Freedom Park1517 North Harrison Avenue
The event will include remarks from Cary City Council, guest speaker Colonel Bret Batdorff and music from Old North State Brass Band. Find more information here.
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Orange County Veterans Day CelebrationMonday, November 1111 a.m. at Orange County Veterans Memorial2501 Homestead Drive
Captain Alfred S. McLauren, USN (Ret.) Ph.d. will be the guest speaker. Find more information here.
Veterans Day Concert with Durham Community Concert BandMonday, November 113 p.m. at Southern Village400 Market Street
This is a free concert for everybody to enjoy with some patriotic tunes and other favorites. Make sure to bring a chair and blanket! Find more information here.
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Duke University Veterans Day Commemoration CeremonyMonday, November 1111 a.m. at Duke University Chapel401 Chapel Drive
Find more information here.
Veterans Day ObservanceMonday, November 1110:30 a.m. at Aversboro Road Baptist Church1600 Aversboro Road
You can enjoy music by the Garner Magnet High School band and a keynote address. This event is free and open to the public. Find more information here.
Veterans Day CelebrationSaturday, November 99 a.m. at Indian Creek Trailhead101 Town Hall Drive
Find more information here.
Veterans Day TributeSunday, November 102 p.m. at Knightdale Station Park Veterans Memorial810 North First Avenue
Two Green Thumbs Garden Club and the town of Knightdale are teaming up for a veterans day tribute. Find more information here.
North Carolina Veterans Day CeremonySaturday, November 911 a.m. at north side of the Capitol Building1 East Edenton Street
The organizers have decided to not have a parade this year, but there will still be a ceremony and 21-gun salute.
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story will be updated as more events come up.
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Chinese lifestyle store Miniso is opening soon at Raleigh’s Crabtree Valley Mall, months after its initial planned debut.This location will be the second for Raleigh and the Triangle, following the opening of the Triangle Town Center store in late October. It joins the other North Carolina stores in Winston-Salem, Concord and Pineville.“Our customers and the community look forward to we...
Chinese lifestyle store Miniso is opening soon at Raleigh’s Crabtree Valley Mall, months after its initial planned debut.
This location will be the second for Raleigh and the Triangle, following the opening of the Triangle Town Center store in late October. It joins the other North Carolina stores in Winston-Salem, Concord and Pineville.
“Our customers and the community look forward to welcoming Miniso to Crabtree just in time for the gift-giving season,” Debora Overholt, the general manager for Crabtree, said in a statement emailed to The News & Observer from a public relations representative who works with the mall.
Since opening its first store in China in 2013, Miniso has expanded to over 6,000 shops across more than 100 countries and regions, according to an earlier press release announcing the Crabtree location. It offers a range of products, including toys, plushies, stationery, beauty essentials, home goods, fragrances, electronics and snacks.
Miniso also partners with license holders such as Disney to offer branded items.
Here’s what we know about the new Miniso.
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The store is expected to open in mid-November, a public relations representative for Crabtree told The N&O in an email. More specifically, there’s a “high chance” the store will open Saturday, Nov. 16, Christina Tran, a digital marketing manager for Miniso, told The N&O in an email.
Miniso is on the second floor, across from Ultimate Comics, near the food court.
At the grand opening, Miniso will give a 20% off discount to the first 50 customers. Shoppers can also enter to win $500 in merchandise.
A Miniso marketing manager told The N&O in a May email that the location would open in July. The N&O has asked Miniso and a public relations representative for Crabtree why the store opening was delayed.
Several other retailers have opened in the past few months at the mall on Glenwood Avenue.
Under court order, the State Board of Education is moving ahead with allowing North Carolina’s public school athletes to monetize their NIL rights.A Wake County Superior Court judge issued an order in October blocking the State Board of Education from banning public school athletes from signing name, image and likeness deals this school year. The state board gave preliminary approval Thursday to a new temporar...
Under court order, the State Board of Education is moving ahead with allowing North Carolina’s public school athletes to monetize their NIL rights.
A Wake County Superior Court judge issued an order in October blocking the State Board of Education from banning public school athletes from signing name, image and likeness deals this school year. The state board gave preliminary approval Thursday to a new temporary rule that codifies the court order while adding more wording on NIL guidelines.
The new rule provides parity with private school athletes in North Carolina who already can enter into NIL deals.
In March, the state board passed a rule that bars high school students from entering into NIL deals this school year. State board members said they needed more time to work on a NIL policy.
The state ban led the mother of Faizon Brandon, the star quarterback at Grimsley High School in Greensboro, to sue the state board. The family said the state was costing Brandon “a life-changing NIL opportunity.”
In September, the state board gave preliminary approval to a new rule that would allow NIL deals beginning in the 2025-26 school year. The rule also set what athletes could and couldn’t do.
Last month, Wake County Superior Court Judge Graham Shirley ruled in favor of Brandon’s family. Shirley blocked the 2024-25 school year ban and immediately put into effect the NIL rule the state board approved in September.
State board assistant general counsel Ryan Collins said Wednesday they’re already working with the N.C. High School Athletics Association to let students know their rights now that NILs are allowed.
Collins said the new rule the state board approved Thursday incorporates Shirley’s wording allowing NILs this school year.
The new rule also clarifies which immediate family members can get compensation from an athlete’s NIL deal. This would include a spouse, parent, legal guardian or custodian, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother, sister, half-sibling, or step-sibling.
There’s also new wording saying NIL deals can cover “any other commercial activities that are intended to promote a product or service offered by, increase the profits of, or otherwise generate financial benefits for a party to the NIL agreement from the use of the student’s name, image, or likeness.”
Under the new timeline, the board will take public comments from Nov. 15 to Dec. 10. A virtual public hearing will be held Dec. 6 before the board gives final approval on Jan. 6.
The rule would go into effect Feb. 13.
State board chair Eric Davis said people who are questioning why it’s taking so long should recognize that the timeline is mandated under state law.
