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

Chicago Designer Christina Fan Rocks Urban

In the photos above: 
I am wearing the Helen Scarf Cardigan in Grey Caddo Lake Print and Christina is wearing the Mata Hari Caftan tunic in Blue Caddo Lake Print.

In the photos above:

I am wearing the Langtry dress in Grey Caddo Lake Print, Lauren (in the middle) is in the Marilyn Dress in Blue Caddo Lake print and Christina is wearing the Cixi dress in Grey Caddo Lake Print (exclusive to City Blue Chicago).

Dear Fashionistas,

There is no mistaking it, Christina Fan designer of C/Fan creates a look distinctly her own.  A cut above the seasons seaworthy hues and cinematic previews.   C/Fan puts a twist in our stylish closet by designing pieces that show a glimpse of skin with effortlessly flowing luxe fabric wrapped around our silhouette.

Fan was accepted to law school but quickly found her creative juices churning while traveling and started to pursue designing.  In 2009 she launched C/Fan creating modern graphic prints and key pieces to accompany your growing wardrobe.  The unique pieces can be styled in a variety of different ways so that they can be used as a statement or a transitional piece.  

The above shots are from a fun photo shoot we did around the corner from her studio. Another example of the fun whimsical personality Fan creates while showcasing the seasons most sought-out pieces.

Be sure to check out C/Fan's website by clicking here.  A Chicago Fashionista's favorite.

Ta Ta,

Nicki