January 18, 2012

Line For “Less” Pierre Balmain

If you’ve ever wanted to buy Balmain, but can’t afford a $12,000 jacket, you’re in luck because the brand has now created a line for “less”–Pierre Balmain. A contemporary level collection, Pierre Balmain has the same edginess you love about Balmain but it’s definitely more toned down.

Keep in mind I use “line for less” quite loosely because the jackets still run around $900+ (but that’s a steal compared to the usual $10,000 average).

Here’s a look at some of the key pieces from the collection.

Photobucket Cotton Moto Jacket $945. Silk Gown $915. Leather Shorts $1,025

Photobucket Paisley-Print Inset Shift Dress $460. Paisley-Print Chiffon Scarf $360

Photobucket Peak-Lapel Jacket $920. Paisley Blouse $430.

Photobucket Metallic Leather Baseball Jacket $1,335 (my favorite piece!)

Photobucket Beaded Insect Dress $710.

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All much more reasonable than a $38,000 jacket right? (on sale for under $8,000 by the way–a steal in Balmain world). What do you think of the Pierre Balmain collection? Will you buy any of these pieces?

December 28, 2011

Featured on LoLuFullyLoaded

One of YouTube’s top bloggers, Lo Luthringshausen is one to watch…AND she’s not even out of high school yet! So I was flattered when she asked to interview me her Who To Know page. See how I fell in love with fashion, my blogging advice and more on Who To Know: Jena Gambaccini.

Be sure to check out Lo’s YouTube channel for the latest beauty tips and style advice.

December 20, 2011

365HANGERS Sample Sales + Giveaway

365HANGERS is a new sample sale website where everything is ALWAYS 70% off retail. Not sometimes, not up to 70% off…you can get designer fashion, at 70% off, all the time. French Conection, BCBG, Rebecca Taylor and more…it’s all on 365HANGERS.

The coolest part about this new site is that you shop by size, AND the models wearing the clothes are actually the size of the garment. So if you’re shopping size 6, the model wearing those size 6 garments is actually a size 6! Genius, right?

Here’s a look at some of my favorite party dresses on 365HANGERS right now (perfect for New Years Eve!)

[left to right] Marc by Marc Jacobs. DKNY. Three Dots.

Want to shop 365HANGERS for yourself? They’re offering one lucky ChiCityFashion reader $30 to shop (which goes along way on 365HANGERS). Here’s how to enter this giveaway:

1. Like 365HANGERS on Facebook.
2. Click here, select your favorite item, and post it in the comments section below.

You have until Thursday, December 29 at 6pm ct to enter. Good luck!

December 16, 2011

Looks I’m Feeling For Pre-Fall 2012

Like Resort, Pre-Fall can be one of those forgotten about seasons. We all pay close attention to the Spring shows in September and the Fall shows in February, but what about that season that happens before Fall? Oh yeah…it’s Pre-Fall! I was less than impressed with most of the collections (that have showed so far) but there’s some designers that continue to amaze me season after season, and happen to have my absolute favorite looks for Pre-Fall so far.

So with that said, here’s the top looks I’m feeling for Pre-Fall 2012…

Photobucket 3.1 Phillip Lim

This is an outfit I would never ordinarily put together, but there’s something about the quirkiness of this sweater that intrigues me.

Photobucket Diane Von Furstenberg

I don’t think I’ve ever worn a monochromatic outfit in my life, but it’s outfits like these that make me want to try. The different textures and shades of green give it more depth which is what I love about this look. Who knows…maybe you’ll see me in an all green ensemble next pre-fall 🙂

Photobucket Oscar de la Renta

I’m a sucker for textures (when it comes to both food and fashion!) so I love the play with texture in this look. It takes a lot for me to fall in love with an all black dress but with detailing like this, I’m sold!

Photobucket Theyskens’ Theory

Again…all black. Why do I love this then? Umm are those jeweled leggings? Yeah that’s why. Paired with a tee, shorts and flat boots gives it that “I’m awesome but I’m not even trying” vibe [which most people just call “effortless”]…and I’m into it.

Photobucket Proenza Schouler

Proenza can do no wrong in my book. And I really love the colors Jack and Lazaro used for this collection (colors remind me of Fall ’11, materials remind me of Spring ’11…I loved both, so this works for me). The color of this jacket is amazing and it’s cool to see an unconventional pairing with the blue pants.

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What are your favorite looks so far for Pre-Fall 2012?

Photos: Style.com

December 13, 2011

Indeeyo Lifestyle Boutique: Discount Code & Giveaway

Ever on the hunt for that one-of-a-kind piece but never seem to find quite what you’re looking for? Well the search ends now because I’ve discovered Indeeyo, an online lifestyle boutique that carries unique offerings from both established and known designers. Womenswear, menswear, accessories, and even home decor…this well-curated site is not one to miss!

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With the holidays just around the corner, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity for a giveaway! Indeeyo was kind of enough to offer a $50 gift certificate to one lucky ChiCityFashion reader and here’s all you have to do to enter…

1. “Like” Indeeyo on Facebook
2. Leave me a comment below telling me what you’d buy from Indeeyo if you won

You have until Tuesday, December 20 at 6pm ct to enter. Good luck!

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