March 13, 2012

Creatures of the Wind on Net-a-Porter

As someone who obsessively checks “what’s new” on Net-a-Porter just about everyday (even though I know new items are only posted Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays) I was beyond excited to see they recently picked up Creatures of the Wind. COTW Designers Shane Gabier and Christopher Peters graduated from SAIC in Chicago and it’s amazing to see their growing success in the fashion scene. Although I don’t know them personally, I’m so proud to see such success coming from Chicago-native designers. Always love a good boost to our fashion reputation in this city 🙂

Big things to come from this design duo in the future! Check it out…

PhotobucketLace-trimmed silk-chiffon midi skirt

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(my personal favorite!)

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PhotobucketCropped silk-satin top

March 9, 2012

Linda Farrow x Prabal Gurung Sunglasses

I have been stalking these since the day they hit the runway (hmmm seems to be a pattern) and now the Linda Farrow x Prabal Gurung sunglasses are finally available!

Seen throughout Prabal’s GENIUS Spring 2012 collection, these sweet sunnies are available in 4 different colors on the Linda Farrow site.

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Because I’m a sucker for purple, I knew these had to be mine…

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And thankfully they will be. A simple *add to cart* and these babies will be traveling across the pond to my front door in no time. Can’t wait to share pics once I get them!

March 8, 2012

Featured Manicure On FabFitFun

I was very excited to see the other day that one of my manicures was featured on Giuliana Rancic’s FabFitFun! They’re dedicating the month of March to manis (why not?) so it’s really great that someone as nail polish obsessed as I am had the “mani of the day” during this fabulous month.

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Click here to see the full feature and how to get this bright Missoni-inspired manicure.

And for more ChiCityFashion manis be sure to follow me on Pose and check out my #ManiMonday tweets (yes, my Mondays are dedicated to new manis!)

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March 7, 2012

Currently Obsessing Over: My Moda Operandi Wishlist

It’s no secret that I am absolutely obsessed with the only website where you can literally buy straight from the runway–Moda Operandi. Check out your favorite looks on Style.com and buy them a few days later on Moda Operandi…can it get any better? Now that’s fashion forward!

Here are the pieces I’m loving from the currently available Fall 2012 collections on Moda Operandi.

PhotobucketMary Katrantzou

Mary Katrantzou is a designer who has intrigued me the last few seasons. Basing your brand on these crazy prints is quite a risk…but there’s people like me who can’t get enough of them! So, does anyone have $31,000 to spare so I can get this dress? 🙂

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Helmut Lang

May or may not have already ordered these leggings already…

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Proenza Schouler

It’s Proenza…need I say more? Okay I will. That jacket will one day be mine (even if I have to do questionable things to obtain it).

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Peter Pilotto

If I can no longer get my hands on Proenza Spring ’10 (best. collection. ever.) Peter Pilotto Fall 2012 is the next best thing. The colors and prints are incredible and I’m loving everything about this outfit.

PhotobucketFendi Ski

Haven’t been skiing in a while, but I’d definitely reconsider if I get to wear Fendi.

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Fireworks print…on a top? Sign me up!

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Are you signed up for Moda Operandi? What are your favorite Fall ’12 pieces?