April 16, 2012

Interview With Brad Goreski

Saturday afternoon I attended Brad Goreski’s book signing at Brooks Brothers and scored an interview with him before the event started. He was such a pleasure to talk to and as always…I was obsessed with his outfit. Wearing Black Fleece head-to-toe (except for a killer pair of Louboutins), how can you not love this?

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We started off chatting about Fashion’s Night Out and how I thought it was great he decided to come to Chicago for that stylish evening. That night in September was his first time here and he’s been back a few more times since. He says he loves Chicago now, and enjoys dining at Pump Room and going to Underground. Before our interview he had just finished brunch at Luxbar, which let’s be honest…you can never go wrong. I also told him his boyfriend Gary is one of my favorite people to follow on Twitter…and I’m kind of obsessed with his dogs, who get lots of air time on It’s a Brad Brad World.

So we all know Brad’s a stylist, has his own TV show and has written a book, but do you know his most prized fashion possession or favorite place he’s traveled? Well now you can find out!

What womenswear designer do you wish designed menswear?
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. I wore a head-to-toe Chanel outfit once and I wish he did more menswear. I’d also love to wear Jason Wu.

Favorite place you’ve traveled?
Tokyo for fashion. Greece overall. (where he met his long time boyfriend Gary)

If you had to choose a title for your second book, it would be…
Brad to the Bone.

What’s your process for getting dressed?
I start with one key piece and build everything around that. It’s similar for when I’m styling a client, except the key piece doesn’t always end up being the star of the look.

What’s your most prized fashion possession?
Right now I’m loving my Simon Spurr jacket with leather sleeves. It adds a little edge to my outfit.  But my Louis Vuitton duffle has the most sentimental value. 

Brad, I leave you with one question…when am I going to see this Spurr jacket?? It sounds like something I’d be very interested in borrowing.

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Be sure to pick up a copy of Brad’s new book Born To Be Brad on sale now!

April 13, 2012

My Prized Fashion Possession on Refinery29

When asked the question “whats the most prized possession in your closet?” my answer will always in some way involve Proenza Schouler. When approached with this very question by Refinery29, the first thing that popped into my head was my custom PS1 of course. Since they already covered that, I decided to give them something different…but still Proenza.

So what did I choose?

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Find out  more by reading the full story and check out what other stylish Chicagoans picked as their prized fashion possessions.

April 12, 2012

Brian Atwood Clutch at the Swarovski Event

I recently received a lovely package from Skirt PR that I absolutely could not wait to open…

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It’s a gorgeous Brian Atwood clutch from his new line of handbags, sold exclusively on Gilt!

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So when I was getting ready for the Swarovski event Tuesday night, I knew I’d be basing my outfit around this amazing bag. All black. Colorful accessories. But nothing to take away from the clutch. So here it goes…

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PhotobucketTop: Kova &  T. Pants: Rag & Bone. Shoes: Proena Schouler. Cuff: Alexis Bittar. Other Bracelets: Stella McCartney, Chan Luu, Dannijo, Nina Nguyen. Rings: Cartier, Dana Rebecca, Avanessi, Gucci.

So off to Swarovski I go! This event was to celebrate the unveiling of an exclusive window installation created by students of the Fashion Body & Garment Master’s Program, mentored by Nick Cave, of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

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How awesome are the windows?!

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It’s not a Chicago fashion event without running into Amy of Chicago Street Style!

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Loving the Brian Atwood clutch on this sweet Swarovski ottoman!

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The event was really cool. I love the new windows and let’s be honest…how can you not love being in a store that sparkles?

April 11, 2012

‘By Invitation Only’ Launch With Gilt City

Gilt Groupe founders Alexandra Wilkis Wilson and Alexis Maybanks will be in Chicago Thursday, April 19 celebrating the launch of their new book, By Invitation Only. With all of the flash sale members only sites now available, Gilt remains one of the most popular (and they happen to be one of the first). So I am very excited to meet the founders and learn about how it all began by checking out their book!

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These ladies literally changed the way people shop so this is one event not to miss! VIP tickets for this event are now available on Gilt City so you can purchase yours here and be sure to join if you’re not yet a member.

Event details:
W Hotel
644 N. Lakeshore Drive
Thursday, April 19
6-8pm

Can’t make it to the city the 19th? Don’t worry, because Alexandra and Alexis are making a stop in the suburbs! They’ll be at the Highland Park Public Library (494 Laurel Avenue) Friday, April 20 at 1pm to sign their new book. Please note, the Highland Park event is not affiliated with Gilt City.

April 10, 2012

Brad Goreski Chicago Book Signing

One of my favorite men in fashion, Brad Goreski, will be in Chicago this Saturday promoting his new book Born to be Brad. From growing up in a small town outside Ontario to styling A-list celebrities, Brad is spilling it all.

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Brad’s always seemed like a genuine and appreciative person (which is quite rare with celebrities these days) so I’m very excited to pick up a copy of his new book and check out this event. On a side note…I’m most excited to see what he’ll wear.