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Jodi Arnold Sample Sale
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
Left: “O’Keeffe” floral dress with belt (retail: $394; Beta Boutique: $125). Right: pocket tee (retail: $90; Beta Boutique: $40) and the “Charming” floral shorts (retail: $196; Beta Boutique: $50)
This Saturday and Sunday, Beta Boutique will present the Jodi Arnold Spring 2010 sample sale. The weekend-only pop-up shop will offer up to 80% off retail prices in the heart of Bucktown, across the street from Marc by Marc Jacobs. Jodi Arnold, whom you may remember from MINT and her recent collection for The Limited, is a New York-based designer known for her ability to create fresh, fashion-forward clothes without pretension. Her spring collection, titled “Mash-Up,” is no different. Constructed from quality fabrics like silk crepe and satin georgette, the line offers a variety of sensible prints, clean cuts, and summer-ready hues. Stripes, abstract florals (inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe), realistic florals, and neutrals are the mainstays. Created for the “multi-layered” woman, it’s moderately priced ($100-$500) and blends seamlessly with any wardrobe. This is one sample sale not to be missed.
The Jodi Arnold sample sale is located at 1725 N Damen Avenue. Doors are open Saturday from 10am to 6pm and on Sunday from 12pm to 5pm.
Images courtesy of Jodi Arnold
Tags: Beta Boutique, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Sample Sales, Jodi Arnold, Marc by Marc Jacobs, MINT, The Limited
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Trend Watch: Infinity Scarves
Thursday, January 21st, 2010
No longer considered drab outerwear, the scarf is now a must-have accessory that’s as essential as an attention-grabbing statement necklace and classic pair of riding boots. To make the trend even more interesting, this season brought us an alternate way to don these cozy and oh-so-stylish accents: the infinity scarf. We love seeing Chicago fashionistas wearing scarves as oversized collars, and the infinity scarf makes that look so much easier to achieve. Simply throw it on, loop it, and you’re set! Gone are the days of fussing over a scarf that won’t stay in place.
Clockwise from upper left:
Ombré dying is having a moment, and these blue and gray infinity scarves ($17; New York & Company) have the originality and a subtle quirkiness that we adore about ombré.
The “Cloe” scarf by Nepali by TDM Design ($81; Bloomingdale’s) adds a gorgeous pop of color to your outfit and helps poverty-stricken women in Nepal.
A classic knit is always an excellent way to go. The taupe infinity scarf by Bop Basics ($68; shopbop.com) is effortlessly chic and extremely versatile.
Turquoise has an innate summertime feel, so the turquoise jersey infinity scarf ($25; The Limited) is just what we need to expel our wintertime blues.
By Meghan Turner
Images courtesy of New York & Company, Bloomingdale’s, shopbop.com, and The Limited
Tags: Bloomingdales, Bop Basics, Infinity Scarf, Nepali by TDM Design, New York & Company, Ombre, Scarf, Scarves, shopbop.com, The Limited
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Bundle Up
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
The weather outside is frightful, but winter coats are so delightful! If you live in the Windy City, chances are you wear your winter coats more than any other garment in your wardrobe. Given this and the arctic conditions that is a Chicago winter, we take coat shopping very seriously—fashion and practicality are nonnegotiable. To make the cut, a coat must look fantastic and hold up to lake effect snow. Impossible? Nah! We found some pretty fabulous coats perfect for frigid days like today (and the many frigid days ahead).
Mom always said wearing layers is the best way to stay warm. Club Monaco followed her lead when they layered a nylon trench over a puffy coat ($349). Besides its ability to keep us warm and dry, we love how the oversized pockets and thin belt make this a stylish, form-fitting option.
A coat is a great way to add a pop of color to your ensemble. Change the meaning of winter blues with Express‘s military-inspired coat ($126). The vibrant hue and shiny hardware will really stand out amongst the bevy of black and brown winter coats on the street.
A ladylike coat is sometimes hard to come by, but this “Wool Olga Coat” by Chicago’s own reddoll by Tatyana ($495) is exquisitely girly. Its fitted, double-breasted bodice bells into a flowy, feminine skirt, while details like a bow, a high collar, puffy shoulders, skirt pockets and silver hardware make this coat something special.
If you’re looking for a unique option that blends coverage and high fashion, we love this long, military-inspired coat by Chicago label Swaby (price available upon request). The structured collar, ribbon detail, and stream of tiny silver button is a stand-out design combo that will garner lots of attention.
Most puffy coats create a marshmallow shape that is purely function over form. For a less bulky choice that doesn’t compromise style, this light brown Add Down coat ($478; Tula; 3738 N Southport Avenue) boasts a stretch belt for a contoured silhouette. A detachable fur collar brings this casual coat up a notch.
Toggles are a classic, rustic detail with an innate ski lodge vibe, and this “Daytime Toggle Coat” by The Limited ($119) will make a timeless addition to your coat closet. Faux horn toggles balance the glamour of the faux fur collar, making this coat perfect for day and night.
Conjuring images of chilly days spent by the sea (or rather by Lake Michigan!), American Eagle Outfitters’ nautical duffle coat ($120) boasts anchor buttons, plaid lining and a cozy hood to weather those harsh winter storms ahead.
A camel coat is a wardrobe staple to be worn with everything forever. We love all the menswear-inspired camel coats right now, but there was something so lovely and simple about Anthropologie’s “New Standard Overcoat” ($180). From the double ruffle collar to the whimsical buttons to the subtle wool pattern, this loose-fitting coat is all about the details.
The snow doesn’t show signs of stopping, but the right coat can help us get through another Chicago winter stylishly and comfortably. Never compromise fashion for practicality. After all, we Chicagoans have made an art of merging the two!
By Meghan Turner
Images courtesy of Club Monaco, Express, reddoll by Tatyana, Swaby, Tula, The Limited, American Eagle Outfitters, and Anthropologie
Tags: Add Down, American Eagle Outfitters, Anthropologie, Chicago Boutiques, Chicago Shopping, Club Monaco, Coats, Express, reddoll by Tatyana, Swaby, The Limited, Tula
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