The New Ugly Christmas Sweater

I realize it’s barely Thanksgiving and I’m already talking Christmas, but let’s be honest…there were Christmas decorations at Walgreens October 1 so I think I’ve held in my holiday cheer long enough. One of my favorite ways to show holiday spirit is by sporting an ugly Christmas sweater. Now why would I want to wear anything ugly? Because ugly is the new pretty. Except when it comes to this.

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The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

It’s that time again…where it’s appropriate to wear red and green at the same time (outside of color block season), where you’ve spent way too much money (on both yourself and others…I know I’m not the only one), and where gaining 5-10 lbs is 100% appropriate (right??). It’s Christmas!!! (or “the holidays” to be PC)

I started with this…

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And ended with this…

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And I can’t wait to see what you all end up with! So anyway I’d love to wish you the happiest of all holidays. I hope you gave/get some kick ass presents. But most importantly, be sure to do at least one good deed for someone else this holiday season. Not everyone gets to celebrate in style, so no matter how you do it… just let someone know you’re thinking of them :)

I’ll be doing Christmas “suburban style” this weekend so we’ll chat on Twitter and reconvene Monday. What are you doing to celebrate?

Chicago’s Style Set Share Their Top Holiday Essentials on Luxe File

Wonder what stylish Chicagoans deem as holiday essentials? Then don’t miss out on this fabulous story on Luxe Life. From store owners to PR chicks and everything in between (including my fashion blogger self), we dish on our favorite skincare, jewelry, gifts and more.

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Can you guess who picked the McQueen clutch above? :)

Click here to read the full story.

Chicago Blogger Network Holiday Gift Guide

As a member of the Chicago Blogger Network, I’m very excited about the very first CBN Holiday Gift Guide. Over 30 bloggers chose one stylish item for the guide and I am a little embarrassed/not surprised to say….

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Mine was by far the most expensive choice. But let’s be honest…who would’t want the Christopher Kane Aqua Clutch? And if you know me at all, you know that this isn’t the blog to read if you’re looking for budget-friendly fashions. It’s just not my forte!

So anyway, go check out the Chicago Blogger Network Holiday Gift Guide. Let me know what you think in the comments section below.

Indeeyo Lifestyle Boutique: Discount Code & Giveaway

Ever on the hunt for that one-of-a-kind piece but never seem to find quite what you’re looking for? Well the search ends now because I’ve discovered Indeeyo, an online lifestyle boutique that carries unique offerings from both established and known designers. Womenswear, menswear, accessories, and even home decor…this well-curated site is not one to miss!

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With the holidays just around the corner, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity for a giveaway! Indeeyo was kind of enough to offer a $50 gift certificate to one lucky ChiCityFashion reader and here’s all you have to do to enter…

1. “Like” Indeeyo on Facebook
2. Leave me a comment below telling me what you’d buy from Indeeyo if you won

You have until Tuesday, December 20 at 6pm ct to enter. Good luck!

Still looking for the perfect gift to give  this holiday season? Get 20% off your entire Indeeyo order using code TWENTY at checkout.

Offer expires 12/31/11. Cannot be combined with any other offer.