Talking Fall ’12 Trends With Jonathan Valdez

In February, I went to my friend Jonathan Valdez‘s tweet up event at the Mandarin Oriental during fashion week. There, he interviewed me about the Fall trends I was seeing on the runways and my favorite shows. Now that these runway looks are finally available in stores (can’t believe it’s almost Fall!) he posted the video on his blog, Orange Juice and Biscuits.

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Chicago Style Scout for T.J. Maxx & Marshalls

I am very excited to announce my partnership with T.J. Maxx and Marshalls as the Chicago Style Scout! Over the last few months, I scoured the streets to capture a common trend seen throughout the city…

Style Scout/ Chicago

Can you guess what it is?

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Loafers Not To Loaf Around In

In September of last year I posted about the things I was surprisingly coveting for Fall 2011. First on the list? Loafers. Almost a year later, it’s still one of the things I’m coveting except it’s not necessarily for Fall…and it’s no surprise.

I have been against flats for quite some time now but after fashion weeks, local events, and other random outings (all in heels) I’ve been giving my feet a much needed break (and they’re very thankful by the way). It all started with my Marc by Marc Jacobs mouse flats (flats are more bearable when spiked and/or studded, in my opinion) and after my most recent trip to NYC, I am now the proud owner of loafers…Jimmy Choo studded loafers to be exact.

Now I’m passing along my new found obsession for loafers onto you. If studs aren’t your thing (then maybe we should reconsider our friendship), there’s glitter, floral print, sequins, leopard and much more. Some call them slippers (but don’t wear these to bed…they deserve to be seen), others claim they’re smoking shoes (but you don’t have to pick up smoking to wear them). Whatever you want to call them, they’re all loafers…and they’re all awesome.

PhotobucketSam Edelman Alvin Haircalf Smoking Flats

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Best Colored Denim Shorts Under $150

Colored denim has been a huge trend in the last year but when it’s 95 and humid like it’s been lately in Chicago, skinny jeans are the last thing on your mind. So instead of a DIY project (it takes serious skill to cut your own denim…trust me, I’ve tried) I picked out my favorite colored denim shorts and they’re all under $150!

PhotobucketBuffalo Princess Shorts
(under $100!)

PhotobucketJoe’s Denim Shorts
(on sale + available in other colors)

PhotobucketChristopher Kane x J Brand Neon Stretch Denim Cut Off Shorts
(on sale)

PhotobucketCurrent/Elliott Boyfriend Shorts
(on sale + available in other colors)

PhotobucketPaige Denim Shorts
(on sale)

PhotobucketRag & Bone/JEAN Cutoff Shorts
(on sale + available in other colors)

Floral Pants: They’re Taking Over

Whether you’re in LA, New York, Chicago or even Paris and Milan…floral pants are everywhere this season. What I love most about them is their versaility. From the silhouette (wide leg, skinny, trousers, etc) to the variety of colors and floral patterns, there’s a pair for everyone!

My obsession began with these Alexander Wang jeans, and I’m now on the hunt for another fun pair! Here’s a look at my favorites…

PhotobucketAlexander Wang
(seen here) 

PhotobucketCamilla and Marc

PhotobucketDKNY
(I also dig the shoes) 

PhotobucketElizabeth & James

PhotobucketPencey Standard
(I love the shirt version!) 

PhotobucketProenza Schouler

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Which one’s your favorite?