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Lookbook: Valentine’s Day Outfit Idea (Hint: Just Add Red)

Thursday, February 10, 2011

After all the snow last week, hopefully you’re taking the time this weekend or on Monday to celebrate Valentine’s Day. People may feel like it’s such a Hallmark holiday, but how often do we take time out to spend it someone we love? We tend to get so preoccupied with everyday life that we forget [...]

Violet’s Gift Guide: Top 10 Gifts for Women with ChiTown Fashionista!

Monday, December 6, 2010

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Today kicks off Violet’s 2010 Holiday Gift Guides! We’re putting our usual schedule of articles on hold to bring you want you want most — gift ideas! Check back all this week and early next week for fabulous gift selections for everyone in your life! Mom, Dad, Sis, that stupid Random Grab Bag gift you’re [...]

Q&A: How to Add Leopard to Your Fall Wardrobe

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

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Q: Leopard is really in for fall, but I’m not sure what to buy in leopard that would still look normal and not obnoxious? A: If you are trying to incorporate leopard into your wardrobe, but are sketchy about whether it’s going to be too much, it’s best to incorporate a little bit of leopard [...]

Violet’s Runway Favorites! New York Fashion Week – Spring 2011

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

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OMG, it is like a fashion explosion lately. With Fashion’s Night Out and NY Fashion Week all at the same time, I am on sensory overload looking at gobs and gobs of fashion images and stylish people. But I’ve managed to pull it together, and share some of my favorite runway looks with you. I [...]

ShopAkira 2.0 Fashion Show

Monday, June 28, 2010

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This past Friday Chicago fashion mainstay, Akira along with Chictopia and Chinese Laundry, celebrated the launch of Shop Akira 2.0– their fabulous new website with tons of stylish items by designers such as: Betsey Johnson, Dolce Vita, Jeffrey Campbell, L.A.M.B. and Sam Edelman. The designers’ creations can be found both online and in store. The [...]

What to Wear: Perfect Items to Pack for a (4th of July) Weekend Away

Thursday, June 24, 2010

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For the 4th next weekend, some of you may be heading out of town to a friend’s lake house in Wisconsin, Indiana, or north or west in Illinois (Galena, Round Lake). That’s what I usually do for the 4th, and despite that it’s a low-key weekend; I still struggle with what to bring with me [...]

What to Wear: Hottest Swimsuits for Summer 2010

Thursday, June 3, 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: To a Wedding

Thursday, May 6, 2010

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I recently covered what to wear to a bridal or baby shower, but with wedding season right around the corner (and if you’re going to a bridal shower, you’re probably going to the wedding), you’ll need to explore some options. I have seen some women sport a dressy suit to a wedding — maybe with [...]

Q&A: Hottest Sunglass Styles

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

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Q: What are the hottest sunglass styles this season? A: This season, square frames are all the rage, but make sure they complement your face shape. A rule of thumb to use when purchasing sunglasses (or even eyeglasses) is to buy a frame opposite to the shape of your face. The good news here is [...]

What to Wear: Spring Break Must-Haves

Thursday, March 4, 2010

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Have you planned your Spring Break trip yet? As you get ready to pack it on up for a week of sun, fun, and relaxation, you might be wondering what SHOULD you pack? Fear not ladies, I’ve got the Top 5 Fashion Must-Have’s to bring on Spring Break right here… 1) Tunics - The tunic is [...]