Free Tickets To One Of A Kind Show from Chicago Designer Phoebe Nixon

CONGRATULATIONS TO MICHELLE LEE FOR WINNING THE PAIR OF TICKETS TO THE ONE OF A KIND SHOW!


Dear Fashionistas,


Chicago designer Phoebe Nixon's eternally chic designs are inspired by the earth with Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls, seed beads and sterling silver.  They captivate your eye for a timeless piece that can transition easily from day to night.  We at Fashionista Chicago are scooping up the fresh water pearl necklace at the One of a Kind Show December 1-4, 2011.  You can too by stopping by booth 2098!
To support our local talent, we are giving away two tickets to this show.  All you have to do, is "like" our Facebook!  We will draw the lucky winner on Thanksgiving!  So stay tunes and "like us":)


1. Hill Tribe silver and pearls earrings.
2. Fresh Water Pearls, Swarovski crystals, hill tribe silver, sterling silver necklace.
3. Fresh Water Pearls, Swarovski crystals, hill tribe silver, sterling silver bracelet.


Ta Ta,


Nicki

Another Brit Fashion Site But With VIP Treatment

Dear Fashionistas,
Very.com , a UK based e-commerce fashion site is invading the U.S.A Very....soon!  They are introducing a wide range of fashionable apparel and shoes for style savvy fashionistas.  So before the initial launch, they are giving us VIP treatment by offering 20% off over Black Friday and Cyber-Monday!  It's simple, simply sign up above and they will send you a special alert.

Don't miss out, it's perfect for Christmas shopping online in your own comfy surroundings.

Ta Ta,

Nicki

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4 Must-Have Chicago Designer Accessories this Winter

Anastasia Chatzka

C/Fan

Lara Miller

Shannon Carney

Dear Fashionistas, 

What makes a cake is the icing and the same goes for putting together the ultimate ensemble. The accessory is the key piece for a well dressed woman. So we at Fashionista Chicago thought it would be a great idea to showcase a few of our favorite local designer pieces, we simply can't live without.

1. Anastasia Chatzka- $22 Print silk from Italy created into soft beautiful scarves.  No need for heavy wool, silk is the second warmest fiber next to wool.  We love the scarves for a pop of color and no bulk!  The scarves are only available in Anastasia's boutique 1740 W. Division, Chicago, IL.
2. C/Fan-$120 The Adele Rabbit Beanie is one of our faves.  A stylish shape with super chic rabbit fur in three different shades.  This is definitely a F/W must.  Available at Cityblue.
3. Lara Miller- $176 Our Eco-Friendly darling has hand-loomed  accessories just in time for the chilled elements to come.  We love the Aldo socks to keep our pedicured feet protected from our boots.  They feel like pure heaven. Perfect over your skinny's!
4. Shannon Carney -$1760 Our splurge for the day!  These little hand painted discs creates a wonderful waterfall appearance and brings life to any Chicago uniform!  Which in case you didn't know is basic black .

These are wonderful accessories for you or for someone you think of fondly.

Ta Ta,

Nicki

Dress Up Boutique Updates The Puffy

Dear Fashionistas,

Dress Up Boutique, 1934 North Damen Ave. in Bucktown provides some of the best designer fashions with unbeatable prices to match.  This chic boutique is filled with trendy dresses, sweaters, pants, skirts and now fall/winter outerwear.  

With the cold weather approaching, we're looking for a new coat. 

We know Chicagoen's like to bundle up in their puffy's,  so Fashionista Chicago has found a fab updated puffy to get you through the winters without looking like the Michelin man.

This puffy by Qi, not only shows off your shape but the silk sheen look gives it a fashion-forward kick.  We love the knit high neck and exposed zipper for an extra stylish feature.

Now only $196.00. Click here to purchase.

Ta Ta,

Nicki

Polo and Fashion at the Beach!

Dear Fashionistas,

Polo and fashion do compliment each other and quite well if we at Fashionista Chicago may say so ourselves.  

Last Saturday, October 1st, Chicago went international by hosting the Beach Polo World Cup. The two day event was held at North Avenue Beach, which was transformed into a polo field that offered spectators a front row seat. Grey Goose offered complimentary cocktails and Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar, and Fogo de Chao, kept all the fashionable spectators full with their tasty offerings.

Among the horses, the polo players and fans, a super chic fashion show was presented with ease through the sand and wind. This hip show featured f/w 2011 clothing for men and women from Cityblue Apparel and Denim located in Old Town. The models were styled by none other than Mallory Ulaszek, owner of City Blue.  Two fashion forward local designers were also presenting their collection including , C/FAN Designs and jules. (modern unique jewelry), alongside national brands such as L.A.M.B., AIKO, and Joie. 

If you missed the fashion show, all you had to do was look around and realized that the spectators demanded the attention with their Über fashion sense wearing floppy hats (one of fall’s biggest trends) and touches of fur (another trend) from the glamourous eras before.

Polo may be considered the game of royalty, but Chicago definitely reigned in style!!! Even Miss Illinois USA came out for all the fun, fashion and action.

Mary Lee

Contributor Style Journalist for Fashionista Chicago

Act Fast! Receive An Exclusive Neiman Marcus Cuff

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Dear Fashionistas,

This hot event held Saturday, September 24th at 11 am is a collaboration of super style forces not to be reckon with.  Chicago Fashion Blogger Nicki Brashear, red hot designer David Meister and fashion's leading luxury department store Neiman Marcus are having a fashion fête and your invited! 

Come mingle with these style mavens and add a luxe accent to your fall look with a Neiman Marcus exclusive cuff  by being one of the first 5 to mention Fashionista Chicago!   

See you there!