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 Summerville, 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 Summerville 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 Summerville's hottest spots, our curated selection of the newest, most popular women's clothing lines reflects the effortless glamour of Summerville. 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 Summerville, SC, 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 Summerville, SC, 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 Summerville, SC, 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 Summerville, SC, 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 Summerville:
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 Summerville, SC.
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 Summerville. But don't take our word for it's come see for yourself!
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette says the YMCA has played a crucial role in her work and personal life, which led her to take a trip to Summerville’s YMCA on Thursday.She says the YMCA is a huge help to young people looking to get a job, especially those in high school, and helps make community connections stronger, like at The Ponds in Summerville.Evette visited one of the three YMCA locations in Summerville to learn more about their programs. In the past, she says she’s visited a lo...
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette says the YMCA has played a crucial role in her work and personal life, which led her to take a trip to Summerville’s YMCA on Thursday.
She says the YMCA is a huge help to young people looking to get a job, especially those in high school, and helps make community connections stronger, like at The Ponds in Summerville.
Evette visited one of the three YMCA locations in Summerville to learn more about their programs. In the past, she says she’s visited a location in Florence, Myrtle Beach and even the national organization in Washington, D.C.
In the Lowcountry, Evette has worked with the Y to bring a portable pool to communities like Walterboro and St. George over the past few years. And she says the programs the Y offers are important to the youth as they allow them to learn soft skills.
“School is going to be coming to an end, and parents need to know what they can do with their children during the day,” Evette said. “A safe place, a learning place, a place their kids will have fun and want to come every day. And the Y fills that gap also.”
Plus, she says the Y benefits seniors as they’re able to find new friends and keep up with their social life.
And at The Ponds’ YMCA, a new “Y on the Fly” bus is taking those kinds of programs and bringing them on the go. This new addition came from a $50,000 donation from Boeing.
Evette says anyone with this access is able to succeed.
“Ronald Reagan had his first job as a lifeguard here with the Y,” Evette said. “Walt Disney lived at the Y while he was designing and creating some of his most iconic characters. And so, the Y has a long-standing reputation of being a staple in every community. And so, it’s important to let people know the resources they have right here under this roof.”
Evette says youth and government are headed by the Y. So, it’s important for the younger generation to get involved in government and learn how to vote.
And although she has not officially filed, Evette did mention she is still strongly considering running for governor.
Click here to learn more about the YMCA at The Ponds and to get involved with their programs.
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We Rock the Spectrum bills itself as a space for kids with autism, special needs, and neurotypical development. (WCIV)SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — A sensory-friendly gym for children and teens will open in Summerville this weekend.We Rock the Spectrum bills itself as a space for kids with autism, special needs, and neurotypical development.Franchise owners Ray and Mandi Plesscher said they "fell in love" with the idea of opening their own gym after visiting a location in Louisiana with their son, Walker, wh...
We Rock the Spectrum bills itself as a space for kids with autism, special needs, and neurotypical development. (WCIV)
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — A sensory-friendly gym for children and teens will open in Summerville this weekend.
We Rock the Spectrum bills itself as a space for kids with autism, special needs, and neurotypical development.
Franchise owners Ray and Mandi Plesscher said they "fell in love" with the idea of opening their own gym after visiting a location in Louisiana with their son, Walker, who has autism.
"I walk in and on the wall, the first thing it says is the catchphrase: 'Finally a place where I never have to say I’m sorry' and it impacted me, profoundly, just as a parent,” Ray said.
Gym equipment includes a zip slider, and swings with textures like carpet and bubbles.
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"There are things that kids with autism like," Ray said. "For instance, our son likes trucks, but he wants to turn them over and play with the wheels. There’s a rolling table with rollers on it that kids can get on and feel that on their body."
The gym will also feature therapy rooms, a teen room, a calming room, and eventually social groups.
“It’s a from-the-heart passion project,” Mandi said.
We Rock the Spectrum will open on Saturday, March 29 at 10 a.m. It is located at 10359 US-78 in Summerville. Admission is $17 per child.
A South Carolina man's lifelong dream of becoming a firefighter came true, kind of.Doorbell camera footage captured the moment Chip Googe’s lawn quickly went up in flames on Saturday. Googe said on Facebook the fire sparked after his neighbor’s landscaper hit the concrete with a tool.He said a spark landed in the dry grass in front of his Summerville, South Carolina home, causing the large flames....
A South Carolina man's lifelong dream of becoming a firefighter came true, kind of.
Doorbell camera footage captured the moment Chip Googe’s lawn quickly went up in flames on Saturday. Googe said on Facebook the fire sparked after his neighbor’s landscaper hit the concrete with a tool.
He said a spark landed in the dry grass in front of his Summerville, South Carolina home, causing the large flames.
The fire came after the South Carolina Forestry Commission issued a statewide red flag alert, saying wildfire conditions in the state were optimal.
“The combination of wind, low relative humidity and dry fuels is very favorable for wildfire ignitions, so we ask that people who don’t have to burn to hold off until these conditions subside,” Fire Chief Darryl Jones said in a press release.
In footage captured on Googe’s Ring camera, the flames grow in a blink of an eye.
“The wind was no joke and spread it fast!” Googe said.
He then grabs a hose to attack the fire, which he eventually puts out. He said there was no damage to the house. In the same post following the incident, Googe joked about finally becoming a firefighter.
“So glad my dreams of becoming a fireman came true!” he said.
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SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - Dorchester County Council leaders and park staff are celebrating Earth Day by officially opening the county’s second kayak launch, the furthest upriver public access to the Ashley River.The launch site includes a parking lot with picnic tables and a path out to a high-water mark launch structure. It is about five miles upriver from the county’s other launch at the Ashley River Park. The launches create public access to 30 miles of waterway called the Ashley River Blue Trail.Dorchester Coun...
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - Dorchester County Council leaders and park staff are celebrating Earth Day by officially opening the county’s second kayak launch, the furthest upriver public access to the Ashley River.
The launch site includes a parking lot with picnic tables and a path out to a high-water mark launch structure. It is about five miles upriver from the county’s other launch at the Ashley River Park. The launches create public access to 30 miles of waterway called the Ashley River Blue Trail.
Dorchester County Council Chairman Dave Chinnis says this launch connects growing resources for the area.
“With this launch in place, experienced kayakers can paddle through 16 miles of Dorchester County down the Ashley River Blue trail and continue paddling to downtown Charleston if they are that brave in the larger sections of that river. It’s 30 miles of waterway that we have now opened access to,” Chinnis says.
He notes that with the population and development of the area increasing, it is of utmost importance to preserve access to natural resources.
“Improving quality of life is paramount to our community’s success. Enhancing recreational opportunities as well as providing access to our waterways is critical to what we do. We started out with Ashley River Park,” Chinnis says.
Jay Byars, a Dorchester County councilman and Parks and Recreation commission chairman, says the current council’s priorities are aligned with providing public access to the natural resources of the county.
“This is a waterway, an important waterway that’s been out of reach for most citizens pretty much forever. Unless you owned property on the river, you weren’t able to get out here and enjoy the Ashley River. Dorchester County’s mission started with the Ashley River and the Bridgeman Kayak launch and Rosebrock Park. Now we’ve moved upriver a little further with this launch,” Byars says.
In 2019, voters approved the $38 million parks capital bond referendum, providing $500,000 in funding for the Swan Drive River Access Site. In 2022, a general obligation bond provided further funding for the $924,400 project.
In 2006, Dorchester County took over the land from Carolina Water System’s sewer utilities, reducing waste discharge into the river. The county proceeded to restore the land to meet Department of Health and Environmental Control compliance requirements for water standards and wildlife.
Byars says he has worked on the parks committee with the next generation in mind, thinking about building parks that his kids and now grandkids will be able to enjoy.
“I think Dorchester County is one of the jewels of the Lowcountry, and we are starting to be able to explore that and access it and see it. It is something I am very excited about. These are the things that the citizens of Dorchester County wanted, the citizens of the greater Charleston community wanted, and we’re happy to be a part of that and do our part,” Byars says.
The launch is located at 137 Swan Drive, Summerville, SC 29485.
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