11 Hats For a Warm & Stylish Winter

Every year I tell myself I’m going to be a hat person and for some reason I never really get around to it. Whether it’s a floppy hat in the summer or a cute trapper for the winter, I always just seem to opt for a hood instead. Well this year is going to be different.

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Sweet Kicks: Sneakers For Spring

Although it’s a trend that’s not really my style, I do appreciate a well-pulled off sneaker. It’s a more casual alternative to flats or flat boots, but if you’ve taken a look at any of the more recent sneaker designs, they can sure make a statement. I have to say though, I’m not loving wedge sneakers…they remind me of JLo from her “Jenny From The Block” days, and why would we ever want to relive the fashions of 2002? So anyway…

With the Isabel Marant ‘Willow’ Sneakers totally being the new Miu Miu glitter booties of the season, see what sweet sneaks I’m loving for Spring.

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Miu Miu Patent-leather high stop sneakers

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Lanvin Diamond-print canvas and leather high-stop sneakers

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Jimmy Choo Tokyo suede and glitter-finish high-top sneakers

PhotobucketGiuseppe Zanotti Studded metallic leather sneakers

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Isabel Marant Willow Suede Sneakers

Will you be wearing sneakers this season? Any favorites?

Spring 2012 Trend: The Athlete

I can’t believe I’m about to say this, but today’s post was inspired by the Superbowl. Although I only paid attention during commercials, I had an idea of what was going on…and all I could think of was Spring ’12.

Ever wish you could turn your track pants into a stylish outfit? I still wouldn’t recommend trying that but you are in luck for Spring.  With windbreaker jackets, side striped pants and mesh seen on the runways last September, it’s looking like the athlete is in for Spring 2012. However, the designers elevated these items to look like high quality fashion-forward pieces. So please don’t leave your house in work out clothes, unless of course you’re going to the gym.

Here’s a look at some of the sports-inspired looks for Spring ’12…

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Will you be sporting the athletic trend this Spring?

Photos via Style.com

Everything’s Better With Feathers

I admit, I am quite the feather enthusiast (it even says so on my Tumblr…so you know it’s the truth). How I haven’t posted about my favorite feather finds yet is beyond me. So, today on ChiCityfashion…it’s all about feathers!

 

PhotobucketSass & Bid Winding Road Silk Blend And Feather Dress

PhotobucketMatthew Williamson Liquid Silk Dress

PhotobucketJimmy Choo Marlene Feather And Suede Sandals

PhotobucketIsabel Marant Dakota Feather Embellished Suede Necklace

PhotobucketEugenia Kim Carly Cloche Hat With Pheasant Feathers

Photobucket Brian Atwood Alexa Suede and Ostrich Feather Ankle Boots

Have any favorite feather finds of your own?