December 6, 2011

Gifts To Give & To Get on Possessionista

I always appreciate a blog that writes about things I like (clothes) and does it in witty, sarcastic and all around funny way. And who does that best? Possessionista of course. So when she asked me about the one gift I want to get this Christmas and the one I’d like to give, I was excited to share…but even more excited to see how it would come together.

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“…but Jena’s platformed feet are planted firmly in the ground. It’s just that the ground usually happens to be the first floor of Barneys.”

This is all very true, but you’ll just have to click here to view the full story!

November 28, 2011

CyberMint Monday With WhoWhatWear

Today at 10am PST, WhoWhatWear‘s Hillary Kerr & Katherine Power will be celebrating Cyber Monday with BeachMint, the parent company to JewelMint, StyleMint, BeautyMint and ShoeMint.

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So what exactly will be going on for this CyberMint Monday? It’s a live-streaming video shopping experience that will air on Facebook featuring interviews with Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, Kate Bosworth and Rachel Bilson. You can even shop directly from the videos! Pay close attention because there will be exclusive CyberMint Monday deals streaming at the same time. Celebrity stylists Cher Coulter and Nicole Chavez will also be in the house offering style advice, along with a few other surprise guests. Be sure to RSVP here and tune in today from 10am-12pm pst.

November 22, 2011

Chicago Blogger Network + Rent The Runway

On Tuesday, December 6 Chicago Blogger Network is hosting the preview for Rent The Runway’s holiday collection.

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Rent The Runway is a great way to get the opportunity to wear amazing designer dresses without having to pay the hefty retail price. With rentals mostly under $300, everyone can afford to look fabulous for any occasion. We all can use a new dress for the holidays, so I’m looking forward to seeing what RTR has in store (plus I get to hang out with fellow Chicago bloggers!)

November 14, 2011

Chi City Closet: The Accessories Clean Out

I wanted to make a little extra money for the holidays (I always try to out-do my gifts from the previous year) so what’s the easiest way to do that? Sell some accessories of course! I wanted to share with you the accessories that I consigned with eDrop-Off so you can have the opportunity to own a piece of Chi City Closet.

Photobucket Rene Caovilla Pink Leather & Lavender Silk Jeweled Strappy Heels

I wore these once and it was on my 19th birthday. The one thing I remember when I wore these shoes is walking down Rush Street and a little girl asked me if I was Cinderella (I also happened to be wearing a Dior tiara…yes I admit it, I still own a Dior tiara).

Photobucket Prada Pewter Metallic Leather Tote Handbag

This bag can hold everything. I love the ombre effect too…it literally goes with any outfit!

Photobucket Marc By Marc Jacbos Black Leather Hobo Handbag

I had a hard time parting with this one because I love the hardware and the interior is super unique. But after getting yet another black bag, the Celine Luggage tote, I had to part with one…and this was it!

Photobucket Manolo Blahnik Silver Leather Jeweled Strappy Heels

Another pair of shoes I only wore once, these were to my high school graduation party my best friend and I threw. We wore matching BCBG dresses; mine was blue, hers was pink. Yes, this is a sign of the times…

Photobucket Furla Green Translucent Candy Handbag

I bought the very last Furla candy bag in the Chicago store over the summer and I was beyond excited to finally own one. It’s the only stylish bag I’ve come across to withstand the Chicago weather, but I think it’s time someone else has their Furla candy bag moment.

Photobucket Givenchy Black Leather Braided Drawstring Heeled Boots

I bought these at Barneys in LA a few years ago. I for some reason never got around to wearing them. My philosophy is that if it’s been in my closet for over a year and I haven’t worn it…it’s time to move on.

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So what do you think of this Chi City Closet clean out accessories feature? I’m cleaning out my closet all the time so if you don’t win any of the auctions above, don’t worry…there’s always next time!

November 9, 2011

New York Fashion Week Candid on Chicago Street Style

I was so excited to see yesterday that Amy from Chicago Street Style posted a candid photo of me from New York Fashion Week.

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Although I despise most pictures of myself, I don’t mind them as much if I’m not looking at the camera…and with Amy’s amazing photography skills, I can never hate her photos. Plus, she’s been killing it with the candids lately! Click here to view the full post.

 

See all of my NYFW street style looks here.

Outfit: House of Holland dress, Miu Miu wrap belt, Prada Minimal Baroque Spring ’11 sunglasses, Chloe Sevigny x Opening Ceremony shoes, Proenza Schouler PS1 handbag