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Last-Minute V-Day Shopping Ideas

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

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Sweet Sale at SHE Boutique (483 Central Avenue, Highland Park)
This Valentine’s Day weekend, SHE Boutique will run its Sweet Sale! The tiered sale will offer merchandise up to 50% off. The rewards begin with $50 off your purchase of $250 or more, and they only go up from there.  

Cynthia Rowley Sample Sale (810 W Armitage Avenue)
The Cynthia Rowley Sample Sale is back for another year! Stop by anytime between now and Sunday for a sale featuring one-of-a-kind clothing and accessories samples. Plus, fall merchandise will be up to 80% off.

Robin Richman’s Valentine Sale (2108 N Damen Avenue)
This weekend, Robin Richman will have a special Valentine’s Day Sale. All jewelry will be 15% off – a perfect gift for that special someone!

Veruca Salt Promotion (521 N Kingsbury Street; 1921 N Damen Avenue)
Now through Monday, stop by either of Veruca Salt’s locations for an amazing promotion! Customers will get a free $25 gift card to Veruca Salt with the purchase of a gift card of $100 or more.

Nika’s Annual Valentine’s Day Sale (143 N Northwest Highway, Park Ridge)
Stop by Nika’s in Park Ridge this weekend for a great Valentine’s Day sale & shopping experience! Customers can save up to 85% the entire store and receive a gift with purchase. Plus enjoy sweets, drinks, and a chocolate bar all while receiving complimentary hand massages.

Luxury Garage Sale at Galleria Unico (1936 W Division Street, 2nd Floor)
Stop by the Luxury Garage Sale this Saturday and Sunday between 10:30am to 5:30pm to shop their inventory of new and gently used designer, contemporary & vintage clothing, accessories and shoes. 10% of proceeds will be donated to Dress for Success.

Chicago Looks Photo Collection at Heaven Gallery (1550 N Milwaukee Avenue, 2nd Floor)
Now through 3/7, street-style documenter Isa Giallorenzo, who runs the fashion blog Chicago Looks, shows a selection of her best Windy City shots portraying some of the city’s most stylish inhabitants.

Image courtesy of Veruca Salt

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Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Events

Friday, December 17th, 2010

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Toki Holiday Sample Sale (1422 W Willow Street, Suite 200)
On Saturday from 11am to 5pm, stop by the Toki Holiday Sample Sale. Previous collections and other unique gifts will be discounted up to 70% off. Additionally, Toki has plenty of grab bags to choose from between $25 to $50.

Roslyn Holiday Shopping Party (2035 N Damen Avenue)
Stop by the Roslyn Holiday Shopping Party on Saturday between 1pm and 4pm. Every shopper can pick a candy cane — each marked with a surprise discount (10% to 20% off). Plus, if you spend over $300, you will get a pair of cut-gem earrings.

Heidi Hess Promotion (210 N Halsted Street)
From now through next Thursday (12/23), stop by the Heidi Hess Showroom in the West Loop. Customers can take $25 off every $100 they spend on fall/winter apparel. Items include shirts, sweaters, tanks, cardigans, jackets, wraps, pullovers, dresses and more!

Lara Miller’s Annual Birthday Sale (931 W Cornelia Avenue)
Lara Miller is opening her studio to the public once again this Sunday for her Birthday & Holiday Sale! Stop by from 12pm to 8pm to find great deals on Lara’s archived collections. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to special order your favorites pieces from the Spring 2011 Collection.

Cupcakes & Fashion at Cynthia Rowley (1653 N Damen Avenue)
This Sunday, Gilt Groupe, Flirty Cupcakes & Cynthia Rowley offer you a holiday treat! Register at Gilt and you will receive a free cupcake from the Flirty Truck. Follow them on Twitter to see when they’ll be in your neighborhood! Then sip cocktails with Cynthia Rowley herself at her Bucktown boutique from 4pm to 6pm.

Image courtesy of Roslyn Boutique

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Weekend Fashion To-Do List

Friday, November 12th, 2010

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EVENTS & SALES

Pretty in Pilsen (2150 S Canalport Avenue)
On Friday, stop by Pretty in Pilsen from 5:30pm to 8pm to get an early start on your holiday shopping! Shop local designers like Kate Boggiano, Audey, Cole Haddon, Anna Hovet, and much more.

Latin Fashion Week’s Structure at Circuit Night Club (3641 N Halsted Street)
The big party for LFW 2010 will kickoff at 6pm on Friday with a cocktail reception. The fashion show will begin at 8pm and will promote fashion for men and women from international and local designers. A portion of proceeds will go to The Center on Halsted.

Elizabeth & James Trunk Show at Krista K Boutique (3458 N Southport Avenue)
Krista K will host an Elizabeth & James Trunk on Friday during store hours. Shop the fabulous jewelry collection, and enjoy special discounts during the event.

A Passport to Design Fashion Ball at Mercedes-Benz of Chicago (1520 W North Avenue)
Latin Fashion Week 2010’s big fashion ball will begin Saturday at 6pm with an awards reception. The main event will start at 8pm in the form of a fashion show and dancing begins at 10pm. Some of Chicago’s most influential fashion personalities will attend so get your tickets now!

Erin Gordon Holiday Trunk Show at Sarca (710 N Wabash Street)
On Saturday from 10am to 6pm, Leslie Prizant Goodman hosts an in-store shopping party presenting the Erin for Sarca jewelry collection. Meet jewelry designer Erin Gordon and receive a complimentary oxygen treatment. RSVP is required.

ShopSwagg at Excalibur (632 N Dearborn Street)
ShopSwagg is hosting a fashion & beauty shopping fundraiser on Saturday. There will be exclusive deals on clothing, beauty treatments and more.

Foursquare at Cynthia Rowley (810 W Armitage Avenue; 1653 N Damen Avenue)
Through this weekend, you can receive an exclusive Foursquare discount at all Cynthia Rowley store locations (Chicago, New York, Boston, and Charleston). Show your mobile device to a sales associate and receive 20% off full-price items and 10% off sale items.

Fashion Sense at Trattoria Roma Restaurant (1535 N Wells Street)
Latin Fashion Week will hold a 2-day pre-holiday shopping extravaganza on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5pm in Old Town. It will feature an array of premier clothing, accessories, make-up and salon boutiques.

Brynn Capella Holiday Trunk Show at Cerato Boutique (3451 N Southport Avenue)
Stop by Cerato Boutique on Saturday (10am-6pm) or Sunday (11am-5pm) for the Brynn Capella Holiday Trunk Show, which will feature the Rockstar Collection. Guests can enjoy 10% off purchases of $200 or more.

Fashioning Desire at City Gallery (Water Tower, 806 N Michigan Avenue)
Now through the end of January 2011, stop by Fashioning Desire: Chicago Fashion Photographers. Chicago’s lively and diverse fashion photography scene will be on display, featuring the work of nine local photographers. 

Image courtesy of Pretty in Pilsen

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Weekend Fashion Lineup

Friday, November 5th, 2010

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EVENTS

Siobhan Apparel Trunk Show at Veruca Salt (520 N Kingsbury Street)
Veruca Salt presents “The Queens Collection” from Siobhan Apparel on Saturday from 12pm to 2pm. The designer will be on hand for a trunk show and personal consultation. Refreshments will be served.

Michele Watch Trunk Show at Bloomingdale’s (900 N Michigan Avenue)
On Saturday, stop by the Michele Watch Trunk Show from 12pm to 6pm. The luxury watchmaker will present an assortment of watches, watch heads and straps available exclusively at this event.

Foursquare at Cynthia Rowley (810 W Armitage Avenue; 1653 N Damen Avenue)
Now through 11/14, receive an exclusive Foursquare discount at all Cynthia Rowley store locations (Chicago, New York, Boston, and Charleston). Show your mobile device to a sales associate and receive 20% off full-price items and 10% off sale items.

Custom Holiday Dresses with Anna Fong at Cerato Boutique (3451 N Southport Avenue)
Stop by Cerato Boutique on Saturday (1pm to 6pm) or Sunday (1pm to 5pm) to meet designer Anna Fong and shop her full holiday collection. Customers can enjoy champagne and light bites and can place custom orders for the holidays.

Vintage Heaven Big Sale at Heaven Gallery (1550 N Milwaukee Avenue)
Vintage Heaven will hold one of their biggest sales from 12pm to 6pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Find plenty of merchandise perfect for holiday gifts.

Necessary Taboos at Heaven Gallery (1564 N Damen Avenue)
The Necessary Taboos Art-Fashion Show challenges 17 designers to create pieces to reveal the “forbidden” taboo on Saturday from 7pm to 10pm. RSVP is required.

Fashioning Desire at City Gallery (Water Tower, 806 N Michigan Avenue)
Now through the end of January 2011, stop by Fashioning Desire: Chicago Fashion Photographers. Chicago’s lively and diverse fashion photography scene will be on display, featuring the work of nine local photographers.

Photography by Ace Ujimori

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Trending: Medallian Necklaces

Wednesday, September 29th, 2010

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I may not be drawn to jewelry like most women, but I still feel the need to invest in at least one accessory that carries me through the season. With fall comes the desire to tweak one’s wardrobe, and since I have worn my chunky statement rings to the bone, I’m taking a new appraoch to accessorizing. Enter: the long-chain, medallion necklace.

This belly-grazing accessory claims the spotlight for fall. The abundance of styles can cause one’s indecisiveness to surface, but whether you choose a vintage medallion, whimsical charm or a bold pendant, you can literally do no wrong in the selection and styling. Use it to dress up a t-shirt and jeans, update a little black dress or add some glam to a chunky fall knit.

Go for a sophisticated, 70′s look by combining a vintage-inspired necklace with wide-leg jeans and a silk blouse; or try piling on multiple chains for a gypsy feel. If you’re an 80’s gal, mimic Madonna with the comeback of Rosary-inspired cross. Get adventurous and even try wearing the strand backwards with a backless top or dress.   

Accessories complete a look—they’re the icing on the cake, and these long-chain, medallion necklaces make it easy to add interest to both statement-making and simplistic ensembles. This versatile piece has maintained its staying power by resurfacing for decades. Though these trinkets are housed in nearly every closet, there’s always room for expansion. Here’s some of our favorite medallion necklaces for Fall 2010.

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1. Jennifer Tuton gold rings necklace ($196; Perchance Boutique; 3512 N Southport Avenue) 
2. Whistle necklace ($140; Cynthia Rowley; 1653 N Damen Avenue) 
3. Jules “Bijoux Pegasus Ox” layer necklace ($175; shopjules.com) 
4. Alexis Bittar starburst pendant necklace ($295; shopbop.com) 
5. AK Vintage “Isle of Earth Necklace” ($104; tobi.com)
6. Guitar necklace ($5; Forever 21)

By Maia McGinley

Images courtesy of Perchance, Cynthia Rowley, Jules, shopbop.com, tobi.com and Forever 21

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Chicago FNO Schedule

Friday, September 10th, 2010

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Pretty in Pilsen (2150 S Canalport Avenue, between Halsted and Cermak)
From 5:30 to 8pm, spend Fashion’s Night Out with local Chicago designers Kate Boggiano, Objets d’Envy, Jess Audey and more. Customers can take advantage of exclusive discounts.

FNO at Macy’s on State Street (111 N State Street)
As part of FNO, Macy’s on State Street is hosting an all-day shopping experience. Customers can shop and receive special gifts with purchases from Joe’s Jeans, Carlos Santana, Franco Sarto, Via Spiga, Michael Kors and many more.

FNO at The Shops at North Bridge (520 N Michigan Avenue)
From 6 to 9pm, shoppers are invited to spend the evening with one-night only shopping exclusives, gifts with purchases and complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Plus a fashion show will start at 6:30.

FNO at Water Tower Place (835 N Michigan Avenue)
From 5 to 9pm, customers who spend $150+ will receive an exclusive FNO tote bag plus two tickets to the dress rehearsal of TRACES. Guests can also enjoy shopping incentives, mini makeovers and massages, cocktails, hors d’ouvres and live entertainment.

FNO at Neiman Marcus (737 N Michigan Avenue)
Neiman Marcus will have its FNO event from 6 to 8pm. Michelle Alegria will emcee a Fall 2010 trends fashion show. Guests will the opportunity to sample local fair, and designer Taryn Rose will be on hand to present her new line of shoes, Haute Footure.

FNO at Saks Fifth Avenue (700 and 717 N Michigan Avenue)
From 6 to 10pm, Saks has FNO events at both its Main and Men’s Store. Enjoy the Rock Out and Make Up Event and a complimentary fashion show. DJs and informal modeling will run all evening. Customers can also take advantage of one-night-only promos.

FNO at Nordstrom (520 N Michigan Avenue)
FNO at Nordstrom will be from 6 to 10pm and will include exclusive collections from TOMS shoes, William Rast, Burberry and more. Customers can win a $2,500 shopping spree, a 1-year subscription to Vogue, and a closet makeover with a Nordstrom Stylist.

FNO at Macy’s at Water Tower Place (835 N Michigan Avenue)
FNO at Macy’s Water Tower Place runs from 6 to 11pm. Customers will receive a special gift with purchases from Carlos Santana, Franco Sarto and Via Spiga. You can also get mini-spa treatments and your photo taken on the cover of a VOGUE Magazine.

FNO at Cynthia Rowley (810 W Armitage Avenue)
Celebrate FNO at Cynthia Rowley with Glossed & Found from 6 to 8pm. Enjoy makeovers from Trish McEvoy and a change to win a special Cynthia Rowley gift package. RSVP to chicago@cynthiarowley.com.

FNO at Sprinkles Cupcakes with Gilt Groupe (50 E Walton Street)
Gilt Groupe is partnering with Sprinkles Cupcakes on FNO to satisfy your sweet tooth and your fashion fix. Customers can receive a free cupcake and a chance to win a $1,000 Gilt Groupe shopping spree. Register at www.gilt.com/sprinkles.

FNO After-Party at Crimson Lounge (333 N Dearborn Street)
Crimson Lounge will host an official after-party for The Shops at Northbridge Fashion’s Night Out events. From 9pm to 2am, DJ Justin Dahl will spin tracks, and there will be multiple chic giveaways. Bring your receipt and skip the line!

Zamrie Fashion Show at Manor (642 N Clark Street)
Chicago Twenty Something presents the unveiling of the Fall 2010 Collection from Zamrie at Manor. A complimentary cocktail reception will kickoff at 10pm followed by a fashion show at 11pm.

Image courtesy of Pretty in Pilsen

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Fashion’s Night Out in Chicago

Monday, September 6th, 2010

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This week, fashion insiders from around the world focus their attention on one thing: New York Fashion Week. The tents open Thursday, but one of the newest, must-see attractions isn’t a runway show at all. It’s Fashion’s Night Out this Friday. Started last year by Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, the evening features discounts, celebrity appearances and parties galore. Designed as an all-out, spend-fest to stimulate the economy, the evening was wildly successful its inaugural year, so it went without question that other major cities around the world would follow suit.

Here in Chicago, there’s shopping events hosted around the city to draw you and your pocketbook into stores both large and small. From giveaways at Macy’s to a fashion show at Saks Fifth Avenue to cocktails at Cynthia Rowley, FNO offers shopping and entertainment until late in the evening. For more details on FNO events, click here.

By Meghan Turner

Image courtesy of Fashon’s Night Out

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The Swimsuit Pursuit

Friday, July 16th, 2010

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With temperatures hovering in the 90s, we might just have a steady stream of summer weather hanging around Chicago. That said, swimsuit season is officially in full swing. For hot days appropriately spent at the pool, beach, or on a boat, a fabulous suit is the key component to lounging lazily by the water. When considering a new one- or two-piece, the right fit, proportion, cut and pattern always come into play. However, also think about how to incorporate some of the season’s biggest trends into your swimwear. The season’s extensive variety of suits makes experimenting with new styles and patterns an exciting part of the swimsuit pursuit. Take a fashion-forward approach to that itsy bitsy teeny weeny and confront the summer sun in style. H20 optional.

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1. Floral bow bandeau bikini ($140; emobi)
2. “Lorena” bikini in “Vintage Red Spat” ($114; Diane von Furstenburg)
3. Asymmetrical one-piece ($78; Calvin Klein)
4. Marc by Marc Jacobs one-shoulder, fish belt one-piece ($95; Neiman Marcus)

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5. “Cha Cha” ruffle top bikini ($162; Letarte)
6. Indah ruffle bikini ($55; Nika Butik; 143 N Northwest Highway, Park Ridge)
7. Missoni “Amalfi” cut-out woven one-piece ($580; net-a-porter.com)
8. Cynthia Rowley for Roxy “Tanlines Monokini” ($48; Roxy)
9. Neon yellow twist bandeau top with double string bottom ($37; Victoria’s Secret)
10. Mara Hoffman  ruched bottom bikini in “Kaleidoscope Pink” ($168; shopsheboutique.com)
11. Loeffler Randall zipper one-piece ($158; Fix Boutique; 1101 W Fulton Market)
12. Undrest strapless zigzag knitted one-piece ($210; net-a-porter.com)

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By Meghan Turner

Images courtesy of emobi, Diane von Furstenberg, Calvin Klein, Neiman Marcus, Letarte, Nika Butik, net-a-porter.com, Roxy, Victoria’s Secret, She Boutique, and Loeffler Randall

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The First Style Admirer Fashion Party

Monday, June 21st, 2010

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Since Style Admirer’s launch in October 2009, we’ve desperately tried finding the time to plan our first fashion event. Despite our restrictive day planner overflowing with various events, editorials, photo shoots, and more, we finally found it! The premiere Style Admirer fashion party will be this Friday, June 25, and we can’t wait to share it with you, Chicago fashionistas. We’re partnering with the phenomenal American designer (and SAIC alum!), Cynthia Rowley, and Chicago’s favorite wine bar, Bin 36, to throw a stylish soiree for those who love designer shopping, vino and mingling. The fashion and wine tasting party will kick off Taste of Chicago at Cynthia’s Bucktown boutique (1653 North Damen Avenue) from 6-8pm. While shopping her Spring/Summer 2010 collection, sample red and white wines from Bin’s impressive cellar and get styling advice from the Style Admirer team. See you there! RSVP to Chicagoevents@CynthiaRowley.com.

A special thanks to the Cynthia Rowley and Bin 36 teams for all their help and support.

By Meghan Turner

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Memorial Day Fashion Celebration

Friday, May 28th, 2010

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EVENTS

BADC Fashion Statement Soiree at Bon V (1100 W Randolph Street)
Beginning at 9pm tonight (Friday), Borrow a Dress Couture holds it’s first annual Fashion Statement Soiree. The complimentary cocktail hour is followed by a 10pm fashion show.

Indie Designer Market at Plumber’s Hall (1350 W Randolph Street)
The Indie Designer Market returns on Saturday (10am-5pm) and Sunday (10am-4pm). This event will present an exclusive exhibition featuring some of the most original and provocative talent in Chicago.

SALES

Celebrate the Release of SATC2 at Gavin Boutique (1939 Central Street – Evanston)
Through Friday, shoppers are invited to don their stilettos and swing by Gavin to kick off the theatrical release of the hottest movie this summer, Sex and the City 2. One lucky shopper will be treated to the ultimate fan goodie bag.

Cynthia Rowley Sale at Cynthia Rowley Boutiques (810 W Armitage Avenue; 1653 N Damen Avenue)
Kick off your summer in style with the Cynthia Rowley Memorial Day Weekend Sale. Customers can enjoy up to 70% off select merchandise.

Bonanza Vintage Sale & General Store at Berlin Nightclub (954 W Belmont Avenue)
On Saturday and Sunday from 1-7pm, Shaina Rose & Action Jackson, in partnership with Berlin Nightclub, host the Bonanza Vintage Sale & General Store. The event will have live music, cocktails and and discounted clothing.

Sex and the City Celebration at Le Dress (1741 W Division Street)
On Saturday, Le Dress holds a special sale in celebration of SATC2. Purchase any dress, and get half off any accessory. Offer is good on one item only (not applicable to sale items).

Memorial Day Sale at Isabella Fine Lingerie (840 W Armitage Avenue)
Now through Sunday, take 20% off everything in the store. The discount is valid in-store or online (use code: SUMMER).

Fabulous 15 Memorial Day Sale at Akira (multiple Chicago locations)
Now through Monday, enjoy 15% off at Akira in honor of Memorial Day. Sale applies to Akira Red Label items.

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