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

Five Star Frocks For Chicago's Warm Months

Dear Fashionistas,

Don't you just love a good dress to wear throughout the warm months? Lets face it, Chicago only has three good months of warm weather to really enjoy light flowing materials.  So I gathered a few of my favorites that can be worn strolling along the shopping districts, grabbing lunch with friends or meeting for a cocktail at Trump Tower.   The best part - is that they are all reasonably priced and located in Chicago. 

1. Marlowe - 800 North Michigan Avenue.  This wool silk pleated dress is stunning.  It is the epitome of elegance and will get you through luncheons to cocktails for many years to come.

2. Cerato - 3451 North Southport Avenue. This Vienna dress by Chicago designer Sophia Reyes is stunning with it's vibrant color and designed with perfect proportion's.  This dress is a must-have to show off your flirty femininity side.

3. Zara - Block 37-1 West Randolph.  Leather is the "it" textile this S/S2011 and Zara is making it accessible and fun with this little ruffle leather number. Make this a Chicago streetstyle by pairing it with your black patent leather lace-up heels and skinny belt.

4. Neiman Marcus - 737 North Michigan Avenue.  T-Bags is one of the stylish designers at Neiman Marcus that is "yes" affordable.  The striped halter maxi is designed with all shapes in mind.  A banded empire waist and gathered bodice makes this dress wearable for both day and night.

Which one will you wear this summer?

Ta Ta

Nicki

Cerato, Where Chicago Designers Mingle

Dear Fashionistas,

GILT Chicago, Daily Candy and Time Out Chicago are gushing over Cerato at 3451 North Southport Ave. So I curiously went over to Cerato to see what all the hubbub was all about.  Feminine and flirty decor with a hip vibe featuring double-wide fitting rooms large enough for the moms with strollers and fashionistas to get a complete 180 degree angle!  You know we need that space.
Cerato is focused on cutting edge designers from Chicago and is making waves in the style scene.
Sophia Reyes, CFAN, Anna Fong, Horacio Nieto and Lara Miller are some the hottest names to watch in 2011 and are located at Cerato.  Get in there now to check out the fresh spring arrivals.  Receive a SPECIAL  "No Tax inclusion on any purchase" when you mention my blog. Offer ends March 14th!
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Ta Ta,
Nicki