All Entries in the "Fashion Scene" Category
Beta Boutique Brings “Stacked Rack” Back
Along with the New Year often comes the list of resolutions. Whether it’s to lose weight or learn Spanish, we all create a list of goals or wiser behaviors that we will pursue. One of mine is to spend my funds more wisely. Sure, I was pretty good about it in 2009, but this year, [...]
Save, Give and More at Bloomingdale’s Shopping Benefit
If there’s one thing that a Chicagonista loves (especially this one), it’s the opportunity to shop her favorite styles for less. Well, Bloomingdale’s wants to help you save your funds, treat yourself to a fun event, AND donate one of many great causes. Today is the 14th Annual Bloomingdale’s The Shopping Benefit. And, oh, what [...]
Style Expert Jorge Ramón Talks Fall Fashion
Style expert Jorge Ramón recently stopped in Chicago to share his favorite fall picks available from Target. The South Loop location (1154 S. Clark) hosted a Back-to-School shopping event for the freshman class at the University of Illinois at Chicago, complete with a live DJ, gift bags, and shuttles running between the store and campus. [...]
Penny Pinchin’ Fab: Borrow A Dress Couture
The invitation arrives in the mail. “You’re cordially invited to the wedding of…” Before you can even finish reading, your mind instantly goes into “What do I wear?” mode. Whether it’s a wedding, a black-tie gala, or class reunion, the scenario remains the same. There’s some fretting then a statement familiar to all of us,”I [...]
“Date Night” Chicagonista Style for Under $100
The institution of “date night” has been around forever, but recently the topic has been at the forefront of conversations thanks to the First Couple. As they continue their tradition of date night, it’s caused many of us to say to ourselves (and our significant others), “If they can do it, then I’m sure that [...]
Online Shopping: Chicago Style!
Every year when summer comes around, I vow to explore more Chicago neighborhoods. I get super excited to walk the streets of Edgewater or the West Loop and support local boutiques. Then, IT happens. Between the BBQs, the baseball games, road trips, and more, I lose track of time. It’s now September and while I’ve [...]
“Summer Solstice” at Red 7
There’s nothing that lifts spirits quite like an amazing night out (or in) with your favorite girlfriends. No matter how long you’ve known each other, there are still plenty of memories to create and stories to tell. Unfortunately though, between work, meetings, family, and the zillion other activities we juggle, it seems that we need [...]
Renegade Handmade Packs It All In
Are you always looking for items that no one else may have? Then I suggest that you head on over to Renegade Handmade in Wicker Park. Renegade Handmade is a great place to come when you are looking for anything unique, fun, and even kitschy. The bright and airy shop is a delightful mash-up of casual [...]
Fashion Scene: A Stylish Glimpse Into Chicago’s Past
By Karyn Brianne
Regardless of if you were born in Chicago or moved here from another locale, it’s hard to dismiss the richness of our town’s history. Most people automatically associate Chicago with two things, politics and sports, and both are fair game. Yet, known to some and unknown to others (ahem, New York), the city [...]
Fashion Scene: Florodora Blooms In The Heart of The Loop
By Karyn Brianne
Before I stepped foot into Florodora, I read many reviews raving about the vintage charms and stylish merchandise featured in this Loop boutique. However, I knew that wasn’t enough. I wanted to experience this gem personally and decide if the descriptions were accurate. Were they? Absolutely.
Located on the ground floor of the Monadnock Building, Florodora [...]
