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What I Want to Wear this Labor Day Weekend

2. September 2010

This Labor Day weekend, I just want to relax. I went to France (and Spain) this time last year; which by the way, is a great time to plan a vacation to Europe. Their holiday/vacation time is over, it isn’t exorbitantly hot, (although it was warm), and you can bank a vacation day because of [...]

What to Wear: How to Stay Warm and Stylish This Fall

26. August 2010

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I certainly love the military/bomber jacket look as much as anyone else, but a girl needs some variety in her wardrobe. There are other trendy jackets out there this fall, and if you want to get a jump on it, incorporating vests and sweaters are a great way to either keep warm or change up [...]

The Striped Blazer by Bird: Transition from Summer to Fall

20. August 2010

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While the days may still be warm and summery, these days the nights are starting to cool down and get chilly. So how to keep chic in the between season? Enter Bird’s fabulous Zoe Striped Blazer with its clean lines, sharp lapels, and graphic black and white stripes. Bird, designed by Juicy Couture, brings a more [...]

What to Wear: The Latest Fall 2010 Fashion Trends

19. August 2010

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It’s sad to think fall is just around the corner as it takes forever for summer to begin in Chicago, but it’s true. Back to School ads in print and on TV have reminded me that summer is coming to a close. What are the latest styles going to be for early fall? 1) Military/Utilitarian [...]

The Jones Military Jacket for Fall from Veda

13. August 2010

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One of the most significant trends of the Fall season involves military-inspired utilitarian pieces. The cornerstone of this look is a multi-pocketed, shirt-style jacket in a hearty twill fabric. The color? Army green of course – a modern neutral that pairs well with any other punchy shade. Offering a unique twist on this wardrobe staple, [...]

What to Wear: Dipping Your Toe in Vintage

12. August 2010

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I’m sure by now you’ve heard vintage mentioned in a lot of fashion sources lately. Maybe you’re not really sure if it’s for you, because you always buy new, but are curious as to what it’s all about. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a store where you could find both? Well, there is! [...]

What to Wear: How to Create a Green Wardrobe with (Green)Heart

5. August 2010

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Everywhere you turn these days something is going green. I hear more and more about people riding their bikes or public transportation to work, people recycling, and even people going vintage to make old new again. But what about new, eco-friendly wears and wares? Maybe you missed out on other eco-friendly, sustainable clothing options; or [...]

What to Wear: Putting Together an Outfit from a Local Shopping Trip in Wicker Park

29. July 2010

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Have you ever wanted to shop in a Chicago neighborhood, but weren’t sure what you’d find to pull an outfit together? Friends have told me at times they’d like to shop in those areas, but aren’t sure they’d find what they need in one place. So I decided to show my readers how you can [...]

What to Wear: Why You Want Day to Night Pieces

22. July 2010

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Every now and again on Violet Revolution you hear the phrase: “Day to Night”. You might wonder what that even means exactly. Why do we categorize certain pieces as “day to night” and not others, and why do we want “day to night” pieces? Well we want them because a) it’s less costly to build [...]

What to Wear: Best Accessories for Summer Concerts

15. July 2010

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If you saw my recent What to Wear post, you’d know my Top 3 Summer Concert clothing picks. But what about shoes and accessories? Shoes. First let me say that I don’t understand it when I see women wearing dressy heels to a concert. I just want to say, “What are you thinking???” First, these [...]