January 14, 2011

Chi City Closet: Avanessi Love Ring

Because of my ongoing shopping problem, I thought I’d put it to good use by sharing with you my most recent purchases here on ChiCityFashion.

Less than 2 days ago I ordered the rose gold Love ring from Avanessi. Immediately after I put my order in I received an email asking what finish I wanted (which I didn’t even know was an option) AND they made a custom size for me because I’m in between ring sizes. Even better? I received my purchase in less than 2 days and they sent a hand-written note along with my ring. I always appreciate a hand-written note.

Getting great customer service, receiving my order in less than 2 days (with standard shipping) and getting a gorgeous ring? Let’s just say that this was my first purchase from Avanessi…and it will definitely not be my last!

January 2, 2011

United by Shoes

As much as I love clothes and jewelry, shoes are my number one priority and my ultimate obsession. There is nothing I love more than a really unique shoe, which is why I was so excited when I came across United Nude.

Combining architectural elements with cutting edge designs, United Nude has an extensive variety of some of the most interesting footwear I have ever come across. What allows this brand to produce these unique shoes is the complimentary pair that started it all. Rem D Koolhaas, an architect, and Galahad Clark, a shoemaker, utilize each other’s backgrounds and strengths to create the fashionable, exceptional, and quality shoes they are known for.

Check out some of my favorites from United Nude…

Fold Hi

Stealth Bootie

Step Möbius Boot

Currently, United Nude has flagship stores in Amsterdam, New York, and Shanghai, with one in London opening soon. I have my fingers crossed Chicago is next!

Visit www.unitednude.com to start shopping!

December 20, 2010

Currently Obsessing Over: Impracticality

Ever catch yourself saying “that’s a really great piece but it’s so impractical” or “I love it but I don’t know what I’d wear it with?” Well, that’s not the attitude I take towards these things. I like to think of it as a creative project instead.

If you love something, who cares if it’s “impractical”…rock it anyway! It can be fun to add a random unexpected piece to your outfit. Here are the most unique and “impractical” items I am currently obsessing over…

Solange Azagury-Partridge Hot Lips Lacquered Sterling Silver Ring

Alberto Guardiani Court Heels

 

Maison Martin Margiela Peacock Cape

Judith Leiber Panda Crystal-Embellished Clutch

Alexander McQueen Gringling Gibbons Gold High Heeled Thigh-High Show Boot

December 6, 2010

Kassiebelle’s New Website

A while back I posted about Kassiebelle Designs, a beautiful jewelry line started by Chicago jewelry designer, Gerri Cicchinelli. I’m very excited to announce that she has a new website where you can purchase her designs and also request any custom orders. Visit www.kassiebelle.com and shop!

Everything is very reasonably priced, of the highest quality materials and super stylish. Buy some pieces for yourself or give to your girl friends…they also make great gifts for the holidays! Her specialties are fabulous charm necklaces with a variety of clever themes, “arm candy” which are layers of bracelets made of various stones and gems, and one-of-a-kind pieces that include vintage chains, pearls and more.

How can you not love this jewelry?

Fun and fabulous, girls and women of all ages would love this!

And just to show how much I love Kassiebelle, here’s a look at my Kassiebelle bracelet collection…so far 🙂

November 15, 2010

heART HSN 2010 Designer Ornament Collection

The heART HSN 2010 Designer Ornament Collection is compromised of personally designed ornaments by 70 HSN friends that includes A-List celebs such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Gwen Stefani, Mary J. Blige, Sean Combs, Tori Spelling, Molly Sims, Martha Stewart, Iman, Reem Acra, Carlos Falchi, Naeem Khan and Emeril Lagasse.

All ornaments range from $19.90 to $49.90 and they make the perfect gift this holiday season. The best part is, the profits go to charity! 100 percent of the profits, no less than 30 percent of the purchase price of each ornament, will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and its on-going efforts to finding cures and save children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases.

Here’s a look at some of my favorite ornaments from the collection…

 

Reem Acra Ornament

Sarah Jessica Parker Ornament

Mary J Blige Ornament

Naeem Khan Ornament

All available now at www.hsn.com