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Sofistafunk Skirt Co. & Boutique

Saturday Nov 1, 2008 – By Teneille Craig

Intimate and fashionable, the Sofistafunk experience exudes the charisma of a ladies parlor rather than a boutique. The air is filled with an endearing aroma of Vanilla Chai tea, crumpets and an inspiring mix of jazz. Complete with an ageless in-house collection both charming and sophisticate, mother and daughter-in-law team Arlinda McIntosh and Cheshire Mickens have set a new standard for the future of couture niche boutiques.

Silks, cottons, full, short or long, this darling design duo has garnered a following both extraordinary and eclectic due to their collection of lovely bottom frocks, or skirts. While their full line includes a quaint but delectable assortment of women’s pieces, skirts are their primary focus. Influenced by the styles stemming from the early days of fashion, Sofistafunk pieces possess an alluring vintage appeal.

“Inspired by the eras that span from the Victorian period to the late fifties, Sofistafunk offers a season-less collection of bottom frocks (skirts) in silks and cottons that whisper I love being a girl. We also offer dresses, tops and accessories, but our first love is skirts.”

tells Arlinda.

Challenging the calm of simplistic modern designs, Sofistafunk pieces are exciting and girlishly couture. With pieces made to pretty even the smallest fashionista, no audacious inner princess is left un-frocked. “Our clients ages range from 2 -102, LOL, OK, so maybe we don’t have any clients that are even close to 102 but, we do have a few that are in their 60′s and 70′s. Our size range for all our girls are 2-22. And because all of our design and production is done on the premises, if her size is not on the rack we will make it for her, in some cases while she waits.” Arlinda adds.


Discovering the epithet of chic feminine expression, it’s to no surprise that the Sofistafunk Boutique has been revered the “Jewel of New Jersey”. Having reinvented the design and playfulness of the traditional skirt, the darling design duo Arlinda and Chesire have made an undeniable mark on the world of fashion.

For more information on Sofistafunk Skirt Co. & Boutique please visit www.sofistafunk.com. Address: Sofistafunk Boutique, 21 Grove Ave, Verona, NJ 07044, (973) 433-7098, info@sofistafunk.com.

[Photo Credits: Rowena Husbands, Darius Vick and Tomoko Smith]

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  1. Dee Dee says:

    Very nice stuff!

  2. Nina Wilson Nina Wilson says:

    Long live Sofistafunk,
    from one of the almost-60 customers (and I look cool in the designs!).

  3. Margo Margo says:

    I’ve been part of the Society of Sofistafunk woman since 2001…When you wear sofistafunk you wear a legacy…Arlinda McIntosh and Cheshire Mickens are a storm of creative funk.

  4. chichi chichi says:

    ooh, thanks for the info clutch. Im really phening the red dress with purple lining underneath.

  5. tembi tembi says:

    wonderful items….they are simply marvelous…..tembisboutique.com

  6. I’m going to have to check out some of these skirts. I love vintage looks.

  7. Kamika Kamika says:

    Love it! Added to my Favorites! It’s nice to see someone still designing feminine clothes. Clothes that aren’t sexed up or androgynous. Well done!

  8. Shaila Shaila says:

    Ive been a sofistafunk sista for some time now!! So whenever I have to make an appearance…host a show or just wanna be FABULOUS I turn to the sofistafunk area of my closet for a sassy skirt or glamorous gown. They now make other fun stuff so visit sofistafunk.com to see all that these women do to make it FUN BEING A GIRL!!!!!

  9. It’s like burlesque meets Victorian with a dope color palette. I totally dig!

  10. Bsquared86 Bsquared86 says:

    Very nice! I love the red number.

  11. Shantel Browne Shantel Browne says:

    I have several items from Sofistafunk and I love each and every piece. I wore one of their dresses to a wedding and all heads were turning. When you wear a Sofistafunk ensemble you feel like you are wearing a one of a kind piece. I highly recommend that you visit their website!

  12. Darlene Darlene says:

    Any chance plus sizes are coming soon?

  13. Sandy Sandy says:

    Darlene, Sofistafunk sizes are 2-22, feel free to contact us directly with any other questions or concerns 973-433-7098 or tea@sofistafunk.com

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  15. OMG!!! just being there was like being lost in an enchanted skirt garden, every corner, every nook and cranny is full of whimsy, wait, wait, I feel the need to twirl. the website is good, but you gotta shop the boutique.

  16. Norrkoping Norrkoping says:

    I came across this brand a few years ago and finally last month I contacted the Designer (gotta meet her she’s a gem and the store is fab) I already have 3 skirts in less than a month all different styles and fabric. I plan to have a SofistaFunk skirt for everyday of year. Obsessive right? I’m even buying the line for Designer Remix Boutique in Richmond VA.www.shopdesignerremix.com

  17. ibreathefashion ibreathefashion says:

    Kristin looks gorgeous in these model photos, she really enhances the advertisement of the clothes. That pink skirt she has on is fierce!
    .
    This is so weird, I feel like I know half of the people featured on or in pictures in this Fashion section. lol

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