Win Tickets to a VIP Gilt City Screening of “Potiche”

This Week, the film “Potiche (Trophy Wife)” will debut in Chicago. The actual release date is Friday, April 15 but I am giving 2 lucky ChiCityFashion readers the opportunity to attend a VIP screening on Thursday, April 14. All you have to do is leave me a comment below (with a valid email so I can contact you if you win) and I will choose 2 winners at random that will each win a pair of tickets plus entrance to the VIP cocktail hour, courtesy of Gilt City.

Details of the event:

Date: Thursday, April 14th
Time: 6:00-7:15pm: Cocktails, 7:30pm Screening
Location: ShowPlace ICON at Roosevelt Collection, 150 W. Roosevelt Road (Chicago)

Here’s some information about the movie, straight from the official press release:

“Potiche (Trophy Wife)” is a wild romp about a wealthy, neglected 1970’s housewife (Catherine Deneuve), who must step into her husband’s role as head of the family umbrella factory when he falls ill. Our heroine transforms from submissive wife and mother to confident businesswoman with high comedy – and a spectacular array of hair and wardrobe styles. Joined by Gérard Depardieu, Catherine Deneuve is luminous as a woman evolving to embrace modernity. Acclaimed writer-director François Ozon (“Swimming Pool,” “Under the Sand,” “Time to Leave”), who previously directed Ms. Deneuve in the international hit “8 Women,” twists the original play on its head to create his own satirical and hilarious take on the war between the sexes and classes.

A former Yves St. Laurent muse, Catherine Deneuve is recognized as the face of many luxury brands, including Chanel No. 5 and Louis Vuitton. After Marc Jacobs’s 2010 show hearkened back to 1970’s style, 2011 New York Fashion Week proved the era continues to influence fall lines. This follows last year’s retrospective of Yves Saint Laurent’s couture and ready-to-wear designs in Paris.

“With a frothy, sophisticated, quick-witted script, Mr. Ozon’s film follows in the tradition of the American screwball comedies of the 1940s. And the transformation of Suzanne …is a joy to behold in one of the most finely tuned, raciest and most gripping performances of Ms. Deneuve’s career.”– The New York Times

See what T Magazine has to say about the 70s fashion in “Potiche.”

Also be sure to check out the Potiche Facebook page and watch the trailer on iTunes.

I will announce the winners on my Twitter page Wednesday morning. Good luck!

Boutique Week Chicago

Founded by Olga Vidisheva and Polina Raygorodskaya just last year, Boutique Week is has captured the attention of shoppers nationwide. From April 17-24 you can shop your favorite local boutiques and receive a MINIMUM of 25% off select merchandise. All you have to do is sign up at www.boutiqueweek.com, get your free access code and start shopping!

The whole purpose of Boutique Week is to boost the local economy and generate sales for these stores. Shopping, getting discounts and supporting the local economy…everyone wins!

Click on the following cities to see all participating stores in this year’s Boutique Week: Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Chicago.

Happy shopping 🙂

ChiCityFashion Makes Refinery29’s Best Blogs In Chicago

I was thrilled this morning to see I  was included in the best blogs in Chicago list on Refinery29! Along with The Style Rookie, Dont Be Chi and ChiTown Fashionista, ChiCityFashion is one of the top style blogs in Chicago, according to Refinery29 of course.

Click here to see who else made the cut for The Best Blogs in Chicago.

Thanks Refinery29! 🙂

French Connection’s British Invasion Contest

French Connection is hosting a British Invasion contest, giving French Connection USA fans the chance to win the ultimate experience in music and style with a trip to see British sensation, Plan B perform live with special guests Bruno Mars and Janelle Monae. Fans will also have the chance to win a shopping spree at the essential destination for British High Street fashion to get the full London style experience.

Full contest prizes include:

·      Roundtrip airfare for two to NYC from May 4th to May 5th, 2011
·      One night at the Renaissance Times Square
·      $1,000 shopping spree at French Connection SoHo
·      Two tickets to the May 4th concert of Plan B/Bruno Mars/Janelle Monae
·      Backstage VIP access and “Meet and Greet” with Plan B at concert

ENTER HERE
All entries must be received by April 25, 2011.

Swarovski Elements Launches “Create Your Style” App

A few weeks ago, Swarovski Elements launched the official free Create Your Style iPhone and iPad app that gives Swarovski fans a way to make their own creations using the sparkling elements.

The Create Your Style app is your direct connection to inspiring ideas, sparkling designs and the latest crystal innovations. With this app users can browse latest design projects like special holiday creations, get instant information about every Swarovski Element within that design project and learn step-by-step directions on how to bead and create.

Perfect for any DIY enthusiast, this app takes the creator from step one to a dazzling final product they’ll love to share.

Click here to download the app. More information on the Create Your Style with Swarovski Elements Facebook page.