Maximalism: Fashion Show at Happy Dog Gallery (1542 N Milwaukee Avenue, 2nd Floor)
On Friday beginning at 7pm, The Sometimes Store, The Gaudy God and Sisterman will host an all nude and black fashion show, Maximalism. The show will feature 24 vintage looks from the 80s and 90s.

Randolph St. Market Festival at Plumber’s Hall (1340 W Washington Street)
The Randolph St. Market Festival is back on Saturday (10am to 5pm) and Sunday (10am to 4pm). Enjoy an exciting array of vintage and modern decor, home furnishings, art, fashion and jewelry.

Chicago Summer Antiques Show and Sale at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (5555 N River Road – Rosemont)
This weekend, more than 60 exhibitors from 38 states and various countries worldwide come to Chicago for one of the Midwest’s largest antique events. The Chicago Summer Antiques Show & Sale goes from 12 to 7pm on Friday and Saturday and 12 to 5pm on Sunday. Tickets are $10.

SALES

Caroline DeVillo Couture Semi-Annual Sample Sale (1616 N Damen Avenue)
On Saturday from 10am to 3pm, Caroline DeVillo will hold a sample sale at her Bucktown/Wicker Park boutique. Bridal gowns will go for 30% to 70% off.

Dress Up Summer Blowout Sale (1937 N Damen Avenue)
Now through the end of August, Dress Up boutique invites you to shop their Summer Blowout Sale. Customers enjoy up to 90% off new and already-marked down styles.

Sarca Summer Sale (710 N Wabash Street)
Now through the end of August, stop by Sarca and take advantage of the exclusive summer sale. The Gold Coast boutique offers all summer merchandise at discounted prices starting at 50% off.

11 Years of LILL (904 W Armitage Avenue)
LILL celebrates 11 years of business through the month of August and is having a sale to celebrate. Take 11% off everything in-store, online and at LILL on Location handbag parties. Some restrictions apply.

Image courtesy of Caroline DeVillo

The Vintage Bazaar Pop-up Shop at the Congress Theater (2135 N Michigan Avenue)
The Vintage Bazaar, a flea market pop-up shop, will be at the Congress Theater on Sunday from 12-7pm. Shop a multitude of vendor, and enjoy free admission.

Share and Shop at The 900 Shops (900 N Michigan Avenue)
Join The 900 Shops this weekend for a shopping event to benefit Dress for Success Chicago, Share Your Soles and The Glass Slipper Project. Shoppers receive a 15% savings pass for each gently-worn donation.

Spring/Summer Bag Sale at Madison and Friends/The Denim Lounge (2004 W Roscoe Street)
On Friday from 10:30am to 6:30pm, Madison and Friends & The Denim Lounge are running an All-You-Can-Shop Clothing event. Purchase a bag for $225 and keep whatever you can fit in it. Seriously!

Metropark’s Fall Fashion Event 2010 (all Metropark locations)
On Friday from 5pm to close, all Metropark locations will offer a free gift bag with every purchase of more than $100. Additionally, customers can get up to $100 off their next purchase.

Dress Up Summer Blowout Sale (1937 N Damen Avenue)
Now through the end of August, Dress Up Boutique invites you to shop their Summer Blowout Sale. Enjoy up to 90% off new and already-marked-down styles.

11 Years of LILL (904 W Armitage Avenue)
LILL celebrates 11 years of business through the month of August and is having a sale to celebrate. Take 11% off everything in-store, online and at LILL on Location handbag parties. Some restrictions apply.

Image courtesy of The Vintage Bazaar

Macy’s Glamorama 2010 at the Chicago Theater (175 and 111 N State Street)
On Friday beginning at 8pm, Macy Gray and Eric Hutchinson help kick off Macy’s annual fashion soiree at the Chicago Theater. The fashion presentation is followed by an after-party at Macy’s on State Street. Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Lana Trunk Show at Krista K Boutique (3458 N Southport Avenue)
Krista K invites you to be one of the first to view Lana’s two new collections on Friday from 10am to 7pm. Attendees will receive exclusive discounts on the merchandise.

SALES

The Denim Lounge’s Jean-Swap (43 E Oak Street; 2004 W Roscoe Street)
Friday is the last day for The Denim Lounge jean-swap event. Trade in your old jeans and get $40 to put toward a pair of new ones. Previously worn jeans will be donated to the Association House of Chicago.

Nika Anniversary Sale at Nika le Butik (143 N Northwest Highway – Park Ridge)
On Saturday, Nika will have a huge sale in celebration of their anniversary. From 9am to 6pm, customers can take 30% to 75% off all items including new fall merchandise. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.

Erin Gallagher Summer Sale (1013 W Webster Avenue)
Erin Gallagher will hold her big summer sale on Saturday (11am to 5pm) and Sunday (12 to 5pm). All non-custom jewelry will be 30% to 70% off.

Gamma Player Tax Holiday Sale (2035 W Division Street)
Sunday is the last day for the Gamma Player 2010 Tax Holiday Sale. Enjoy special markdowns and reduced taxes on items under $100.

Dress Up Summer Blowout Sale (1937 N Damen Avenue)
Now through the end of August, Dress Up Boutique invites you to shop their Summer Blowout Sale. Enjoy up to 90% off new and already-marked-down styles.

11 Years of LILL (904 W Armitage Avenue)
LILL celebrates 11 years of business through the month of August and is having a sale to celebrate. Take 11% off everything in-store, online and at LILL on Location handbag parties. Some restrictions apply.

Image courtesy of Lana Jewelry

Boutique Super Sale (2215 N Halsted Street – the old Abercrombie space)
On Friday (1 to 5pm) and Saturday (10am to 3pm), four Chicago boutiques hold a super sale in one location. Belly Dance Maternity, Cerato Boutique, Perchance Boutique and Tangerine will offer heavily discounted merchandise.

11 Years of LILL (904 W Armitage Avenue)
LILL celebrates its 11 years of business through the end of August. Take 11% off everything in-store, online and at LILL on Location handbag parties. Some restrictions apply.

Gamma Player Tax Holiday Sale (2035 W Division Street)
Now through August 15, join Gamma Player for their 2010 Tax Holiday Sale. Enjoy special markdowns and reduced taxes on items under $100.

Sarca Summer Sale (710 N Wabash Street)
Now through the end of August, stop by Sarca and take advantage of the exclusive summer sale. The Gold Coast boutique offers all summer merchandise at discounted prices starting at 50% off.

Summer Blowout Sale at Dress Up Boutique (1937 N Damen Avenue)
Now through the end of August, Dress Up Boutique invites you to shop their Summer Blowout Sale and enjoy up to 90% off new and already marked down styles.

Sunday Brunch, Sunday Fix at Fix and the Publican (1101 and 837 W Fulton Market, respectively)
This is the last Sunday to celebrate summer and Sundays with this special discount opportunity. Make a Sunday purchase at Fix Boutique and receive 15% off Sunday brunch at the Publican; grab Sunday brunch at the Publican and get 15% off your Sunday purchase at Fix.

Image courtesy of Sarca

Events

N PRPA Preview at SHE Boutique (483 Central Avenue in Highland Park)
Friday is the final day to preview and pre-order N PRPA by Samantha Sleeper, a collection designed exclusively for SHE Boutique.

Alice in Wonderland Fashion Show (839 W Fulton Market Street)
Saturday night, Glam Live and Mario Ink present this Alice-inspired fashion show at Lumen. The event will feature body paint by Mario Ink, extreme makeup by Airbrush Academy, costumes by Kidi, and a live photo shoot by Goykphoto.

Exclusive Bridal Event at 1154 LILL Studio (904 W Armitage Avenue)
On Saturday from 10am-3pm, 1154 LILL Studio will host their Exclusive Bridal Event. Join them for mimosas while ordering your custom or ready-made bridal and bridesmaid bags.

Makeover Madness at Veruca Salt (1921 N Damen Street)
On Saturday from 1-5pm, head to Veruca Salt for a complimentary makeover with makeup artist Irena Schoen, and enjoy 30% off any cosmetic purchase and 20% off clothing items.

Sephora Grand Opening (108 N State Street)
This Saturday, Block 37 expands its impressive shopping selection, as it welcomes the beauty mecca to State Street.

Jean Paul Gaultier for Target (various Chicago locations)
On Sunday, the infamous Parisian designer’s capsule collection lands in Target stores!

SALES

Eclectica’s Sale (1006 W Armitage Avenue)
Thru Sunday, Eclectica is offering new samples and fond favorites from $79 to $99.

Beta Boutique Closing Sale (2016 W Concord Place)
Thru March 14^th, get 40-90% off designer labels at Beta Boutique, including Marc by Marc Jacobs, BCBG, A. Cheng, Earnest, Ella Moss and more. Hurry in before the selection is gone!

Check out more March fashion events and sales here.

Image courtesy of Lumen

How is it that we only have three more days until Christmas? Really, where did 2009 go? Given how quickly time flew by, chances are many of you have one or two ladies yet to be crossed off your gift list. Now that the gift-giving pressure is on, we want to lend a handbag-lover gift idea that says anything but “You were the last on my list.”

The “Design a Bag Kit” by 1154 LILL Studio will not only impress the recipient but incite her inner fashion creativity. Each kit includes a full-size sample handbag, 30 swatches of LILL fabrics—with 150+ additional fabric samples online—easy-to-follow instructions, an order form, and a pre-paid shipping label to submit her new bag. You can choose from 22 kits, ranging from a clutch to a hobo, so you’re sure to find a bag shape that complements her personal style. Prices range from $59-$189 and are available for online or in-store purchase. In three to four weeks, she’ll have her new bag, and you’ll have bragging rights for being the best last-minute gift-giver.

By Meghan Turner

1154 LILL Studio; 904 W Armitage Avenue