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The Weekend Fashion Lineup

Friday, July 30th, 2010

SALES

Blake Standard In-studio Sample Sale (4140 N Sheridan Road)
Blake Standard hosts its first in-studio sample sale from this Saturday through next Friday, August 6. A variety of tees and tops are only $10; dresses and hoodies for $20; and jackets, sweaters and zip-ups for just $30.

Habit Boutique Closing (1951 W Division Street)
Habit will close its doors for good this Saturday. Till then, take 15-50% off everything in the store.

Vintage Heaven Sale at Heaven Gallery (1550 N Milwaukee Avenue)
On Saturday and Sunday, stop by Heaven Gallery during Wicker Park Fest and shop some of the best local vintage sellers at one convenient location.

Isabella’s Mid-summer Sale at Isabella Fine Lingerie (840 W Armitage Avenue)
This weekend, Isabella Fine Lingerie is offering 20% off all bras and underwear in-store and online (enter code: JULY).

Lipstick Dinosaur Pop-up Accessories Shop at GAVIN Boutique (1939 Central Street – Evanston)
Lipstick Dinosaur continues its ongoing Pop-up Accessories Shop through the end of July at GAVIN in Evanston. Stop by to view the collection and take advantage of exclusive discounts.

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 40% 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)
There are only two Sundays left 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 Blake Standard

Tags: Blake Standard, Chicago Fashion, Chicago Sales, Chicago Shopping, Dress Up Boutique, Fix Boutique, GAVIN boutique, Habit, Isabella Fine Lingerie, Lipstick Dinosaur, Sarca, Vintage Heaven
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FashionChicago 2010

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

You know that feeling when you walk into a boutique, and you’re offered a cocktail? That “Oh, I’m really going to like this store” feeling. I mean, who doesn’t love a little liquid spending courage when considering a purchase? Well, tomorrow at FashionChicago 2010, an intimate event that joins local designers under one roof, you’ll be able to party hardy and spend some hard-earned cash. From 5-9pm at an 8,000-square-foot gallery space (233 W Huron Street), you’ll find an impressive collection of Chicago fashion and jewelry designers, such as Blake Standard, K. Amato, Lara Miller, JLee Silver, Kate Boggiano, Vaute Couture, Heidi Hess, Objets d’ Envy, Yana Collection, Jess Audey, Borris Powell, Zamrie, Nora del Busto, Horacio Nieto, Elise Bergman, Brynn Capella, Shernett Swaby, and more. For your drinking pleasure, beverages will be provided by HobNob Wines and X-Rated Fusion Liqueur, while hors d’oeuvres will be brought in from Nacional 27 and RA Sushi.

Tickets are only $25 for VIP Tickets (including a goodie bag) and $15 for general admission. Reserve tickets here.

By Meghan Turner

Image courtesy of StyleChicago.com

Tags: Blake Standard, Borris Powell, Brynn Capella, Chicago Designers, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Shopping, Elise Bergman, FashionChicago 2010, Heidi Hess, Horacio Nieto, Jess Audey, JLee Silver, K.Amato, Kate Boggiano, Lara Miller, Nora del Busto, Objets d' Envy, Shernett Swaby, StyleChicago.com, Vaute Couture, Yana Collection, ZAMRIE
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Double Duty

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Seasonal trends are like ticking time bombs for our wallets. We want every must-have look in every must-have color, but drastic times call for drastic shopping measures. With the bevy of glorious trends for autumn and winter, we’re helping you maximize your purchases to get the most trend bang for your buck. We compiled six items that tap into multiple trends so you can stretch your dollar and still get some of the season’s hottest looks.

Mini Dress + Structured Shoulders
A bodycon mini dress is a going-out necessity this fall, and shape-forming structured shoulders are a nod to the ‘80s resurrection. Mix them together, and you’ve got a hot dress that’s sexy but not over-the-top. Wear it with gladiator heels and a boyfriend blazer for an all-around fashion-forward look. Dress by Topshop, $80.

Velvet + Leggings
The holidays are around the corner, and velvet has a way of spreading some fashion cheer. It’s a classic fabric that’s been getting lots of runway attention, making it as hip as it is elegant. When it’s applied to leggings, it’s a stylish (and warm!) substitute for tights. And let’s face it, tights aren’t particularly desirable for Chicago ladies waiting in the snow and wind for delayed public transit. Leggings by J. Cooper at Lord & Taylor, $58.

Sweats + Blazer
Fashion and sweats rarely go in the same sentence, but cotton sweats are heating things up this season. We’re all for fashion that’s comfortable, so as long as it doesn’t resemble gym clothes, we’ll take it. When our favorite garment, the blazer, sports the comfy fabric, we’ll wear it until it’s a pile of lint. Blazer by Blake Standard, $158.

Drapery + One-Shoulder
When a dress combines draped satin and a one-shoulder neckline, the effect is a beautiful and flirty frock that satisfies the trend craving while maintaining a sense of classic fashion. Drapery awed on the fall runways and the one-shoulder grabbed attention for its youthful appeal, so this elegant pairing is an inspired duo that will awe your friends as well. Dress by Foley + Corinna at Intermix, $360.

Sequins + Metallic
Sequins and metallics are two trends that put a little sparkle in our eye. From handbags to dresses to cardigans, they’re on every imaginable accessory and garment this season. Many of the items are designed for day and evening, so you’ve got some creative freedom. One of our favorite fall looks is a gold sequin tank under a matte black double-breasted blazer. Tank by Club Monaco, $189.

Booties + Over-the-Knee
We’re shocked by this boot’s versatility and practicality. Each zipper removes a section of leather, taking the height from over-the-knee to bootie in seconds – just zip and go! The silver zippers give the boot a trendy edge whether it’s in one piece or not. Boots by Kors by Michael Kors at Zappos.com, $550.

By Meghan Turner

Images courtesy of Topshop, Lord & Taylor, Black Standard, Intermix, Club Monaco and Zappos

Tags: Accessories, Blake Standard, booties, Chicago Shopping, Club Monaco, Foley + Corinna, Intermix, Kors Michael Kors, Lord and Taylor, Over-the-knee boot, Shoes, Topshop, Trends, Zappos
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