The Best Local $50 and Under Gift Ideas For The Fashionista!

Dear Fashionistas,

We at Fashionista Chicago thought it was time to give you some fab gift ideas for $50 and under.  Fabulousness doesn't have to break the bank! The best part, yea, they're local.

1.  Laudi Vidni -The color ruby isn't only for slippers, Piccolo Coin Purse $45

2.  Whether Bags -Commuting isn't so bad with this 100% hemp bag, Palisade pouch $42

3.  K. Amato -You'll thank your lucky stars this bracelet reads your sign, Greenview bracelet $36

4.  Anastasi Chatzka -You will brighten anyones Christmas with these fun colorful tanks $45 (in-store only)

5.  Bryn Capella - Another fab patent coin purse we couldn't refuse. $30

6.  Sophia Reyes - These luxe leather belts don't use a buckle. Muse leather belt $50

7.  Orange Beautiful - Orange you glad you we found these? Thank You cards $12

8.  Crescendo - Hugs you in all the right places.  Now that's a good gift. Soul Mate top $50

9.  Avaasi - Elegant earrings to wear day to night. Lotus Leaf earrings $42

10. Lori's  - Soft leather gloves is a gift everyone loves to receive. Laurer gloves $38

We hope you love our picks!  Stay tuned as we continue to bring you the best Christmas gift ideas around town!

Ta Ta,

Nicki

Chicago Designer Anna Fong Dress and LaudiVidni Bag Rocks!

Dear Fashionistas,
Last night Fashionista Chicago covered the "Stars of Night" event at the Ritz Carlton. Ecstatic as I was to attend - my absolute thrill was to put on one of my favorite Chicago designer's pieces and shout it out to my followers and new friends.  Anna Fong created the dress by using  a brocade fabric that is extremely soft to the touch.  I loved the off shoulder effect with the detailed puffed shoulder on the opposite side.  The look was funk gone feminine.  I wore strappy patent leather shoes and topped it off with a LaudiVidni patent leather black and cream reptile handbag to match. The bag was perfect because it held my 32 mm camera and I still looked Über Chic !
A special thanks to Anna Fong and Laura Kofield of LaudiVidni.


Stay tuned for pics of the amazing "Stars of Night"and the who's who list of honorees.


Ta Ta,
Nicki

LAUDI VIDNI-Individual Spelled Backwards

Dear Fashionistas,

Don't let two Harvard Business School graduates fool you with just their smarts.  They have a keen eye for style too.  Founders of LAUDI VIDNI (Individual spelled backwards) Grace Tsao-Wu and Laura Kofoid have taken the handbag industry by storm.  By launching an interactive state-of-the-art website and opening a boutique at 1007 West Armitage Ave. in 2009, the customized handbag  has become a must-have accessory to flaunt your individual flair.

The process of customizing  your handbag is a breeze especially with chic co-owner Laura at your side. Start by choosing a sophisticated silhouette then choose from an array of soft-imported leather (over 40 to choose from) and finish up with beautiful seamless hardware options. Before ordering the final piece, you can view it in a 360 degree angle on their website LaudiVidni.com.  If you are dissatisfied with the result, no problem. With the simple click of the mouse, you can change any portion of the customized bag in merely seconds.

The best part of designing your own leather handbag? Getting your handbag in a matter of weeks because they are manufactured in Chicago.

Ta Ta,

Nicki