Buzzed on Fashion Champagne Brunch

Champagne, brunch and fashion…this event is one not to miss! Old Town boutiques cityblue, Handle with Care and Sara Jane are teaming up with Benchmark, to host Buzzed On Fashion–a fashion forward champagne brunch. Each boutique will showcase their latest summer styles worn by the ladies from Factor Models. Guests can reserve a table in advance to guarantee prime seating and a bottle of Prosecco for just $25!  All attendees will receive a discount card good for use at all three boutiques on May 19th and 20th.

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For reservations, please call Benchmark at 312.649.9640 or email Kevin Doherty at Kevin@fourcornerstaverns.com. Happy shopping…and happy drinking 🙂

Stuart Weitzman Fall 2012 Trunk Show & Cocktail Party

Are you obsessed with E! Fashion Police? Do you love shoes? If you’ve answered yes (how could you not?) then you’re going to love this upcoming event. George Kotsiopoulos will be hosting the Stuart Weitzman cocktail party on May 22nd at its 701 N. Michigan Avenue flagship store. Guests will be able to pre-order Fall 2012 styles with on-site style consultations and fashion advice from George himself.

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So if you’re looking to talk fashion and get yourself a new pair of shoes, come by the Stuart Weitzman store on Michigan Ave Tuesday, May 22 from 4-7pm. If you can’t make it on the 22nd, you can still enjoy the trunk show! Find out where and when below.

Stuart Weitzman-Chicago Michigan Avenue
701 N. Michigan Avenue
May 6th, 7th, 8th (10am-8pm)
312-649-0090

Stuart Weitzman-Chicago North Bridge
The Shops at North Bridge
May 6th, 7th, 8th (10am-8pm)
312-661-1560

Stuart Weitzman- Northbrook
Northbrook Court
May 16th, 17th, 18th (10am-9pm)
847-205-5222

Anna Dello Russo for H&M

I’m very excited for the latest H&M collaboration with one of my personal favorite style icons–Anna Dello Russo! On October 4th, you’ll be able to shop her exclusive accessories collection that will be available at 140 H&M stores.

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The collection will consist of shoes, bags, jewelry and sunglasses…and all statement-worthy and over-the-top. Would you expect anything less from ADR?

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From Anna herself– “I am excited by this collaboration: this is the first time H&M has involved a fashion director in a special project. This is the sign of an important evolution in fashion, and I am both thrilled and humbled to be the one chosen to lead it. I wanted to create precious accessories that are impossible to find. As a stylist, I know accessorization is essential; it is the personal touch in any outfit. With these pieces, everybody can have fun, and turn an ordinary day into a fantastic fashion day.”
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Photos & video courtesy of H&M

Let’s Get Beachy

You’re invited to a beach party….no bikinis required (unless you’re feeling extra daring of course). On Wednesday, May 16 I’m teaming up with Juicy Couture for a beach weekend-themed party and YOU’RE INVITED!

Not only will all guests receive 20% off (and you’ll want to keep reading for pictures of their sweet new Spring/Summer merchandise) but Rosemary Fanti (who designed my logo) will be in attendance doing live illustrations. Plus there will be an awesome raffle AND a portion of the proceeds will benefit PAWS. So help the animals, amp up your wardrobe for Spring/Summer and come hang out with me at Juicy on Oak Street from 6-8pm Wednesday, May 16.

Here’s a sneak peek at some of the brand new merchandise you’ll see at the event (and can get for 20% off!)

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My outfit for the evening is somewhere in there 🙂

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LOVE this sweatshirt!

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My new parrot ring…how fun is this?

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One of my favorite things Juicy just started offering are these DIY necklaces that are not only customizable with various charms but you can also adjust the length of the necklace to be any size (it’s truly genius). Here’s a look at mine…

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Can’t wait to see what you do with yours! From now until May 7 when you buy 2 charms you get one free. Perfect for Mother’s Day or a birthday.

So don’t forget to RSVP at rsvp@skirtpr.com and I’ll see you on the 16th!

‘A Day For Her’ Shopping Event

Sometimes a little “girls day” is just what we all need. Shopping, spa treatments, sweets…it’s the perfect weekend treat! On Saturday  May 12, Friends of Prentice and 900 North Michigan Shops are teaming up for A Day For Her shopping event featuring great savings, activities and treats from all your favorite stores. PLUS, the first 75 people to purchase tickets in advance, and the first 25 people to purchase tickets the day of, will each receive two complimentary passes to an advance screening of What To Expect When You’re Expecting.

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For just $20, here’s what you’ll get for this ‘A Day For Her” shopping event…

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All proceeds benefit Friends of Prentice, the fundraising board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s Prentice Women’s Hospital. You can purchase tickets in advance here. Enjoy your girls day!