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Designers To Love: Bryan K Osburn

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Sitting across from designer Bryan K Osburn and his creative director, Sue Yan, sipping Bengal spice tea and eating peanut butter Girl Scout cookies was more than comfortable. Their down-to-earth, friendly nature could put anyone at ease. In fact, one might almost forget they were in the company of a world-class designer, who has worked [...]

Deals and Events

Friday, December 10, 2010

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-Violet Revolution Promotional Facebook Contest When: Now-Wed, Dec 15th Location: Our Facebook page Description: If you “Like” our Facebook page, you will automatically be entered to win a $25 gift card to one of our favorite jewelry designers, Objets d’Envy! (See one of her designs in our Sister gift guide!) If you already follow, have no fear, either like [...]

Violet’s Week in Review: November 29th-December 3rd

Friday, December 3, 2010

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Now that the last of the Thanksgiving leftovers have been finished, it’s officially safe to pull out our decorations, think about cookies to bake, and start compiling our shopping lists. ‘Tis the season to shop, sparkle, and share! And here at Violet Revolution, we have a week’s worth of articles to get you started. Our [...]

Deals and Events

Friday, December 3, 2010

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-CUSP has free online shipping off of any order now! No code required! -Create a wish list at Krista K, 3458 N. Southport Avenue, send a loved one in–they will get 20% off one item on your list! PLUS get 20% off all maternity dresses Friday-Sunday! There will also be a Sway Jewelry Trunk Show at Krista [...]

Lookbook: Sparkle this Holiday with Jewelry from Objets d’Envy

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

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I recently caught up with Kirsten from Objets d’Envy to check out the latest holiday jewelry looks. Kirsten certainly knows how to make a girl shine. If you want to sparkle and be the belle of the New Year’s Eve, corporate holiday party, or family ball; adorn yourself with these sparkling lovelies from Objets d’Envy. [...]

The 39th Annual Gazebo Holiday Market

Monday, November 29, 2010

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The 39th Annual Gazebo Holiday Market provided a great way to kick off this year’s holiday shopping. The event was held at the festively-decorated Chicago Cultural Center’s Sidney R. Yates Gallery with all proceeds from the event going to the Junior League of Chicago. Along with the many boutiques showing off their latest holiday gift [...]

Violet’s Week in Review: November 22nd-26th

Friday, November 26, 2010

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Everyone at Violet Revolution would like to express the warmest wishes this Thanksgiving! We’re certainly thankful for you. Now that you’re filled with mashed potatoes and tired from turkey, relax, let your brother/father/husband/boyfriend turn on some football and enjoy catching up on everything you missed this week. What’s an outfit without the right accessories? Incomplete, [...]

Calling All Accessory Lovers: A Visit to Squasht by Les

Monday, November 22, 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

Friday, November 19, 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 [...]

Chicago Fashion Week Shopping Events & Promotions

Monday, October 18, 2010

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Be sure to check out the promotions and fashion events in Chicago this week hosted by local designers, boutiques, and beyond during Fashion Focus Chicago Fashion Week! -K.Amato has updated the look of their website and you will receive 20% off any online purchase now through October 20th with code fallsale20. Accessorize your new fall [...]