August 23, 2011

Fashion’s Night Out 2011

Last year I went to Fashion’s Night Out in NYC during Fashion Week and let me just say…it is one crazy night. If you’ve never been, it’s a very fun evening, and the best part is, you don’t have to be in NYC to celebrate! This year FNO will take place on September 8 and it’s happening nationwide and even online.

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This year I’ll be attending FNO in Chicago and you’ll be able to find me at the 900 North Michigan Shops where Brad Goreski will be in attendance, as well as the Saks event with Brian Atwood.

Where will you be for FNO? No matter where you’re going, be sure to pick up some official Fashion’s Night Out merchandise (which seems to be getting cuter every year by the way). Here are a few of my favorites…

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Want to see what FNO events are happening near you? See all event listings here.

August 22, 2011

Chi City Closet: Proenza Schouler Beach

About a month ago, I ordered the Proenza Schouler beach bag and towel because let’s be honest…I can’t resist anything Proenza. I’ve been so busy I haven’t really had the chance to use them but thankfully I had a few free moments to spare for the pool this weekend and Proenza beach made its debut!

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This bag is huge so it’s easy to pack up for a full day at the beach. There are a ton of pockets to keep your phone and wallet protected plus there’s a bottom pouch you could put an ice pack in.

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And I mean…how sweet is the towel?

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I hope I can squeeze in a few more uses for my Proenza beach bag and towel this Summer…next thing we know, it will be Fall!!

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August 19, 2011

Fall Fashion Fix: Real Women, Real Chicago Fashion Show

On September 1, The Drake Hotel, The 900 North Michigan Shops and Mario Tricoci are hosting an event to celebrate more than 40 influential Chicago women as they walk the runway in fashions from Bloomingdale’s, Mark Shale, L.K.Bennett, Karen Millen, Club Monaco and more.

There will be fabulous raffles including a $250 Gift Card to the 900 North Michigan Shops, a wardrobe consultation with juliewatsonstyle ($450 value), and The Drake Hotel’s ‘Shop ‘Til You Drop’ and ‘Spa’ Packages (value exceeding $300 each).

What are you waiting for? Get your ticket now!

August 17, 2011

Ann Taylor Necklace Giveaway

Looking for a new piece of jewelry to spruce up your accessories collection? I might be able to help! To celebrate their new concept store, I’m giving away this sweet Ann Taylor necklace that will work perfectly into any wardrobe.

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I’d personally wear it with high-waisted wide leg jeans, a cropped blouse and chunky heels for a boho chic look…how would you wear it?

Let me know in the comments section below and you could win it! Just be sure to use a valid email address so I can contact you if you’re the winner. You have until this Saturday at 12pm (central time) to enter. Good luck!

**UPDATE: Congrats to Dana Cassier who won this giveaway. Thank you to everyone who participated!

August 16, 2011

Dana Rebecca Designs in InStyle’s September Issue

I recently found out that one of my favorite jewelry lines, Dana Rebecca, was featured in the September issue of InStyle!

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I posted about the Dana Rebecca trunk show last month, where I purchased the gorgeous Orna ring, and guess what was showcased in this “Meet The Jeweler” feature?

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The Orna ring!

I am so happy for Dana Levy, designer and owner of Dana Rebbeca Designs, and it’s so cool to have a local Chicago designer be featured in the September issue of InStyle. It hits news stands today!