Zara Michigan Ave Opening Party
Spanish retailer, ZARA, celebrated the opening of their second Chicago outpost and biggest US store last Thursday evening. The invite-only bash, located at the 700 N. Michigan Avenue store, was the place to be, treating guests to tax-free shopping and tunes by DJ Paul Sevigny. The fast-fashion chain’s Latin influence and European flair were evident … Read more
Fashion Focus Wrap Up: Macy’s, Dress Code + Fresh Faces…
Fashion Focus, the city-sponsored fashion week returned for its fourth year last weekend. This time around, the week was shorter by a day, down to four, and the number of events was up by a handful. Daytime shopping events, off site presentations, and seminars for aspiring fashion entrepreneurs were added to the standard string of … Read more
Inspiration: Delfina Fendi, Luxe Librarian
Delfina Fendi (4th generation Fendi, Jewelry Designer, Fashion Plate & Socialite) shows us how to make a librarian blouse look sexy. Apparently, you just add legs. She also shows us that socks with heels aren’t as scary as we think. Let’s steal this look(on the cheap), shall we…. 1. Headband: Forever 21, $4.80 2. Oversize … Read more
Black and Bootie-ful
These shoes make me wish I could find in my body to have a torrid love affair with a foxy older gentleman. One that would love to buy his young girlfriend a $795 pair of shoes for no particular reason. Standing at 6″ high, the Dolce & Gabbana Suede Wedge Ankle Bootie is the end-all,be-all … Read more
Fashion Meet Feline. Paws For Greatness.
If you were to walk into my cubicle right now you might throw up, cry, or get really excited. There’s a huge portrait of my cat, a kitten mouse pad, and a children’s cat book. Half of which are gifts but all point to the path of an aspiring crazy cat lady. While I don’t … Read more
Latest Obsession: Excess-ories at Lanvin SP2010 RTW
I’m obsessed(like, really obsessed) with accessories. I would even say more so than I am with clothes. Mostly because I think they can change the look of a whole outfit, as well as, exhibit a person’s true character. Thus why, when I saw the overabundant display of accessories on Lanvin’s Spring 2010 RTW runway I … Read more
Best of NYFW- Spring 2010
Row 1, Left to Right: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Vena Cava, Jenni Kayne, Alexander WangRow 2, Left to Right: Rachel Comey, Karen Walker, Marc by Marc, Yigal Azrouel Key Trends: Stripes, Tribal prints, Pleats, Cut Outs, Bustier, Sequins, Double BreastedColors: Black, Khaki, Grey, Citrus Colors(Orange,Mustard), Red, Blues(Cobalt, Aqua, Chambray) Photos Via Style.com
Designer Preview: Creatures of the Wind Spring ’10
Chicago-based label, Creatures of the Wind has released a preview of their spring ’10 collection. Per usual, the accessories are exquisite. In fact, I want the head wrap(top left) NOW! The metallic cotton candy pink and white-on-white color palette is alright in my book. I also love how the bows, chains, feathers, and knit flowers … Read more
Trendspotting: On The Fringe
From high to low, fringe is a detail on everyone’s mind this Fall. What was once an essential accoutrement for every flapper in the 20′s is now a chic accent that anyone can wear. Just ask Zac Posen and Jil Sander, two designers that showcased fringe in their recent runway collections. Clockwise, from left: Vintage … Read more
Fall Forward: Top 5 Favs for Fall
1. Sharp Shoulders “I was always a little jealous of my mom’s shoulder pads as a kid, so it’s not a shock that I’m starving for sharp shoulders. I can’t imagine the look will be widely worn in Chicago but I’m willing to make a statement when I find the right piece.” 2. Youth In … Read more
