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Black Friday Deals

24. November 2010

(Photo Credit) Happy early Thanksgiving everyone! We all know Black Friday/Thanksgiving Weekend is the time for sales galore! Stop in (or shop online) at these fabulous Chicago boutiques and enjoy wonderful savings this weekend! -Violet Bucktown/Wicker Park: -Akira has a number of deals this upcoming weekend. Shop 8 am-12 pm on Black Friday for 30% [...]

Calling All Accessory Lovers: A Visit to Squasht by Les

22. November 2010

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As I’ve said previously, I’m obsessed with accessories. They have the power to turn a bland outfit fabulous. I recently went to Squasht By Les in the Ukrainian Village and found some great options to expand anyone’s collection. Everything that owner Lesley Timpe carries at her boutique is either made by her personally, or collected [...]

Deals and Events This Weekend

19. November 2010

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-15% discounted cocktail dresses with an additional 10% on any sale item for the whole month of November at Noir, located on 1726 W. Division Street. -30% off every Tuesday in November at Eskell, 1509 N. Milwaukee Ave. They are stocked with new Emu, Covet, Dolce Vita, Something Else, and more. -Get paid to shop! If you collect $300 in receipts from [...]

Lookbook: Spring Ahead with Looks by Horacio Nieto

16. November 2010

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Everyone may be preoccupied with the upcoming holidays, but as every good fashionista knows designers are already showing their spring and summer lines. Last Monday night, Horacio Nieto presented his upcoming warmer-weather collection in an exhibition called, “The Desert & The Sea”, which included his womenswear and Arlo menswear for the Spring and Summer of [...]

Deals and Events This Weekend

12. November 2010

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-15% discounted cocktail dresses with an additional 10% on any sale item for the whole month of November at Noir, located on 1726 W. Division Street. -30% off every Tuesday in November at Eskell, 1509 N. Milwaukee Ave. They are stocked with new Emu, Covet, Dolce Vita, Something Else, and more. -Get paid to shop! If you collect $300 in receipts from [...]

What to Wear: Score Luxury Brands for Less

11. November 2010

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Are you already tired of looking at your Louis Vuitton bag from last season? Maybe so, but you don’t have the time right now to sell it yourself, and you certainly aren’t going to give it to goodwill. Or maybe you are on the hunt for some luxury items, but really don’t want to pay [...]

Chocolate Glam Fashion Show at The Drake

8. November 2010

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Last Wednesday, Palm Court at The Drake Hotel hosted a showing of Bryan K Osburn‘s collection, Chocolate Glam. The designer, known for his evening, bridal, and cocktail dresses swept everyone away with his tantalizing mix of delicious designs and luscious fabrics. The designs played with different textures of the food we all know and love. Some [...]

Violet’s Week in Review: November 1st-November 5th

5. November 2010

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It’s been another great week at Violet Revolution, so sit back, grab some warm apple cider, and catch up on some great style. And for daily updates, don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @ violetrevolt. Feel like getting frisky? Get yourself “Whipped” Over this Jewelry collection by the lingerie-loving Agent Provocateur. And while we’re talking [...]

Deals and Events This Weekend

5. November 2010

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- Join Evil Kitty at Necessary Taboos art fashion show this Saturday, November 6th, from 7 pm to 10 pm at The Creative Lounge, 1564 N. Damen Ave. on the 3rd Floor. Admission is FREE but you must RSVP. -15% discounted cocktail dresses with an additional 10% on any sale item for the whole month [...]

Violet’s Week in Review: October 25th- October 29th

29. October 2010

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Good thing Fashion Focus happened last week, otherwise the models would have been swept away in the Chiclone! Dress Code featured the work of talented student designers, which looks were your favorite?? Sportswear, casual dresses, cocktail dresses, & flowy ballgowns graced the runway during the Style Chicago finale show. Which designers were your personal favorite? [...]