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What to Wear: Top Boot Picks Violet Must Have for Fall!

23. September 2010

So last week, I went shoe shopping, and came up with nada. I was kind of disappointed because I realized fall is really here, and my shoe/boot collection, although plentiful, doesn’t have the staples in it that I’d like. For example, I’d like to have a peep-toe transition boot. I bought a pair last year, [...]

What to Wear: Violet’s Fun Fall Fashion Picks From Nika Butik!

16. September 2010

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As a city girl, I tend to frequent city shops more often, as they are, of course, close to home. The thought of suburban shopping, usually brings the words “shopping mall” to mind, but that is not necessarily true. There are plenty of suburbs in Chicago that have cute “mini-downtowns” with unique shops and boutiques, [...]

What to Wear: Where to Find Fall Trends Under $100

9. September 2010

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Now that it’s September and “back-to-school”, I always seem to find myself in a little bit of a drab mood. It’s like the mini-depression you feel in January after the holidays when you realize: a) you’ve eaten too much b) you’ve spent too much and c) winter is too damn long. It’s after Labor Day, [...]

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 [...]

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: Solve Your Dress Problem at ‘Le Dress’

8. July 2010

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Have you ever needed a dress for an occasion, but the thought of sifting through racks of clothes in a department store or even your favorite boutique (great selection though they may have) wears you out when you haven’t even left your house? We’ve definitely all been there. I personally have issues finding dresses that [...]

What to Wear: Work Attire for Summer

17. June 2010

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If you’re looking for some cute work attire now that it’s warming up a little out there, here’s some great picks from some local designers who know how to make dressing for work trendy, yet still professional. This printed tunic at Fashion Heist is great for work or play. Just add a belt and you [...]

What to Wear: Hottest Swimsuits for Summer 2010

3. June 2010

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If you’ve been procrastinating buying swimwear to the last possible minute to lose just a teeny-bit more, sorry to tell you: time’s up. I’m not poking fun…I’m riding this train with you. After having a baby earlier this year, I’ve been holding off, hoping to shed at least one more pound before I have to evaluate myself [...]

What to Wear: Hottest Shoes This Season

13. May 2010

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In all my writing recently about fashion designers, boutiques, and the endless trends this spring; I totally forgot to talk about shoes. How this could be? I don’t know, as I LOVE shoes, possibly more than clothes. I think it’s because I generally don’t like feet, so shoes either hide them or make them look [...]

What to Wear: How to Look Like a Celebrity

29. April 2010

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Have you ever seen photos of celebrities and wished you had what they were wearing? Want to find these outfits in your own backyard? Well have no fear ladies, in today’s What to Wear, I’ve got 3 casual looks by 3 hot mama’s. Whether you’re a mom or not, these outfits are trendy, but I [...]