March 27, 2012

Brian Atwood Handbags on Gilt

Very exciting news about one of my favorite shoe designers (who also happens to be ridiculously good looking)–Brian Atwood!

Starting Wednesday, March 28^th, Gilt.com will be the exclusive retailer for Brian Atwood’s brand new line of handbags. Gilt will feature 4 main styles from the collection – the Carla, Theodora, Kate and the Iside – and they will continue to be the exclusive retailer throughout the spring season of these gorgeous bags. Here’s a look at what’s to come…

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The Carla is a basic envelope clutch that comes in a variety of materials and colors from black suede to color blocked snakeskin.

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The Theodora is a miniaudiere hardcase constructed from inlayed enamel that’s the perfect statement bag; great for a cocktail party or black tie event.

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These bags are exclusive to Gilt members so if be sure to join here, and don’t miss out on this sale beginning tomorrow at 11am ct. As always…happy shopping!

February 1, 2012

Spring 2012 Trend: Get Pink

I got a great little package this week from Neiman Marcus with an amazing neon Spring 2012 trend book. Not only is the cover my ideal color but the first Spring trend I opened to is…PINK.

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I was pretty inspired by the vibrant pink collage, so I thought I’d make my own and share my favorite pink finds from around the web. The best part is, almost all these pieces can be worn NOW. Let’s be honest, nothing’s better than a pop of color during the drab winter. And although pastels are also a huge trend for Spring ’12, I’m loving the combination of light and bright colors in the same outfit. Something I’ll be experimenting with…coming soon 🙂

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1) Marc by Marc Jacobs. 2) Preen. 3) Matthew Williamson. 4) Michael Kors. 5) Oscar de la Renta.

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1) B Brian Atwood. 2) Jimmy Choo. 3) Dana Rebecca. 4) Christian Louboutin. 5) Isabel Marant.

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Which one’s your favorite? Will you be wearing pink this Spring?

January 24, 2012

Best Shoes of Spring 2012

As per request of a stylish male friend of mine (and partially due to my serious obsession with shoes), I thought I’d put together a list of the absolute best shoes from Spring 2012. Sadly we won’t be able to wear these in Chicago for quite some time (if they get made into production of course) but the least we can do for now is admire them.

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With the Fall ’12 collections coming up next month, I’m looking forward to even more fabulous heels to swoon over.

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Which are your favorite shoes from the Spring 2012 collections?

Photos via Style.com

December 31, 2011

My Favorite Moments From 2011

2011 was a pretty great year. Now that I look back, I got to experience a lot of amazing things and I’m so grateful for these opportunities. I hope you had an amazing 2011…but let’s make 2012 even better!

Here’s a look at of some of my favorite moments from this past year…

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Getting a good camera! So I can share better quality pictures with you, my lovely readers, and also so I can take sick pictures like this…

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Meeting Brian Atwood…because not only are his shoes gorgeous, so is he!

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Having ChiCityFashion be featured in the latest issue of CS Magazine…along with my favorite blogger friends.

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Meeting Glenda Bailey…she made Harper’s Bazaar what it is today and she is one of the most incredible people I’ve met to date.

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My first Chanel bag…enough said 🙂

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A surprise appearance by Giuliana and Bill at my 23rd birthday.

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Seeing a Kelly bag get made before my very eyes at the Hermes Festival of Crafts.

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It was my goal this year to make it to the McQueen exhibit at the Met, and thanks to their lovely extension…I made it!

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Photographed by Tommy Ton (without even knowing it!) my first day at Fashion Week in New York this year. And seeing it on Style.com the next day…unreal!

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I think this one takes the cake. Meeting my favorite designers (Jack and Lazaro), designing a custom version of my very favorite bag (the PS1), and it all led up to this…

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I still can’t believe I own the only custom PS1. Officially the most treasured item in my closet.

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I couldn’t have asked for a better year. Thank you all for your support and your awesome comments. Have a happy new year!

December 1, 2011

Everything’s Better With Feathers

I admit, I am quite the feather enthusiast (it even says so on my Tumblr…so you know it’s the truth). How I haven’t posted about my favorite feather finds yet is beyond me. So, today on ChiCityfashion…it’s all about feathers!

Sass & Bid Winding Road Silk Blend And Feather Dress