February 23, 2011

Bright Handbags, Pucci Prints & Oscars Fashion

There are so many great sales happening this week on Gilt…you are going to have a fabulous shopping-filled week! The best part is, all of these items are 50%-70% off retail price, so you don’t have to feel guilty (or shall I say Gilty? Oh yeah I went there)

Check out my favorite sales happening this week on Gilt…

Marc by Marc Jacobs (2/23)–Shop this collection of stylish, perfect-for-layering separates in bright, unexpected colors with a current take on the “retro” aesthetic. Pick up a blazer and some shorts for an on-trend transition-to-Spring look.

Emilio Pucci (2/24)– This assortment includes separates for day, like embellished wrap dresses and belted jersey tops. Find that a little Pucci goes a long way, in the form of a shift adorned only at the elbows, or that a more-is-more attitude works best, evidenced by a floor-length silk chiffon stunner covered entirely in vivid, colorful swirls.

Oscar Sale (2/25)- Celebrate the Academy Awards in Old-Hollywood style. From gorgeous gowns to show-stopping sparklers, this sale has it all. Get red carpet ready with this highly anticipated sale from Gilt.

Handbags: Brights For Spring (2/26)- Spring is right around the corner with its bright soft colors coming soon.  Be prepared to grab a bright Spring bag from your favorite designers like Marc Jacobs, Rebecca Minkoff, and more.

Remember, these sales are for Gilt members only. So join now and get shopping!

February 22, 2011

Proenza Schouler Street Style on Chicago Streetstyle

Amy Creyer of Chicago Streetstyle recently photographed me for her blog in my favorite Proenza Schouler pieces. We both know I love Proenza, so why not show it off? Check out Jena in Proenza Schouler for the full post.

Here’s a few extra pictures from the photoshoot…

Dress: Proenza Schouler. Coat: 245 Saint Honoré. Bag: Proenza Schouler PS1. Tights: Wolford

Top: Proenza Schouler. Shorts: Rag & Bone. Coat: 245 Saint Honoré. Clutch: Alexander McQueen. Tights: Wolford. Shoes: Dolce Vita

Sweater: ADAM. Coat: Vintage (from eDrop-Off). Pants: ADAM. Bag: Proenza Schouler Mini Sac. Shoes: Dolce Vita.

All photos courtesy of Amy from Chicago Streetstyle
February 21, 2011

Chicago Event: Brides, Bubbles & Bliss

Join Chicago bride-to-be and America’s Next Top Model Winner, McKey Sullivan and be inspired about wedding day possibilities at Brides, Bubbles and Bliss!  Sip champagne, devour culinary delights, preview couture gowns and meet top wedding vendors. Grooms welcome too.

Guests who purchase a bridal ticket will receive a lux tote bag filled with gifts and incentives from boutique vendors and a raffle entry to “An Evening in Chicago” package which includes: one night at Affinia Chicago Hotel, dinner for two at Top Chef Winner Marcus Samuelsson’s C-House Restaurant, a John Allan’s Chicago groom package and more.

Guests will enjoy entertainment by Style Matters DJs and an exclusive run of show by Vera Wang Chicago and Belle Vie Bridal Couture.

A percentage of the proceeds will benefit Deborah’s Place, a center from homeless women in Chicago.

Check out the event details below…

Location: Gallery 1028 (1028 N. Hooker Street, Chicago)

Date: Thursday, March 3, 2011

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Tickets:

Bridal ticket – $35 Bridal ticket: includes lux tote bag and one raffle entry (“An Evening in Chicago”).

Guest ticket – $25 Guest ticket: includes admission to event only.

Just for the Girls ticket – $95 Get a package for you, your mom and two friends to attend the event. Includes 1 Bridal ticket and 3 Guest tickets. Bridal ticket includes lux tote bag, and entry into raffle (“An Evening in Chicago” package).

VIP Bridal Ticket – $65 VIP Bridal Ticket: includes a reserved seat for runway show, lux tote bag, and entry into raffle (“An Evening in Chicago” package).

VIP Guest ticket – $45 VIP Guest Ticket: includes event admission and reserved seating for runway show.

Premiere VIP – Bride + 3 Guests – $200 Upgraded reserved seating for Bride & 3 guests: VIP Bridal Ticket (includes lux tote bag, and entry into raffle–“An Evening in Chicago” package for the bride) and 3 VIP Guest tickets. Includes front row lounge seating for the bride and her guests to view the exclusive runway show by Vera Wang Chicago and Belle Vie Bridal Couture. Limited availability.

Visit the official Brides, Bubbles and Bliss website for more information: www.bridesbubblesandbliss.com

February 20, 2011

Chicago Designers Participate in Oscars Designer Challenge 2011

The “Oscars Designer Challenge 2011” is a competition where nine up-and-coming designers participate to have their original design worn by one of the Awards escorts at the 83rd Academy Awards on Sunday, February 27.  The winner is chosen by a public vote on Oscar.com. The winning designer will be announced during the live Oscar pre-show on ABC on February 27th.

In addition to the voting competition, a special webisode series “Oscars Designer Challenge: Behind the Dress,” hosted by Jay Manuel (America’s Next Top Model), chronicles the competition and allows viewers to get to know each of the designers and their designs.

The competing designers are Miriam Cecilia Carlson, Chicago; James De Colon, Chicago; and Borris Powell, Chicago; Katelyn Bischof, New York; Angela Avanesyan, Los Angeles; Octavio Carlin, Los Angeles; Natalia Romano, Los Angeles; Clay Sadler, Los Angeles; and Zoe Hong, Oakland, California

So support your fellow Chicago designers and VOTE NOW!