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Ideas for Your Brother

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Oh, your brother…whether you two grew up picking on each other, protecting each other, or both, he will always be one of the most important men in your life. Brother gifts you can be more playful than most father gifts and are obviously not romantic like gifts for your significant other. Here are some great [...]

Gift Ideas For Your Co-Worker

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

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The Holiday Season is quickly approaching. Finding the right gift for everyone can be hard, especially your co-workers. If you cannot decide what to get them, keep in mind that shopping for the people you work with can have a lower budget, but still need to be thoughtful. Seasonal gifts are always fun in the [...]

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 [...]

Lookbook: How to Look Stylish and Stay Warm!

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

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As I ran out in my military jacket to grab a coffee this morning, I’m reminded all too quickly that it’s getting colder out there. Not quite time for my down-filled coat yet, but I seriously need something warmer, yet stylish, to segue into the…gasp!…blistery days ahead. I think I can still bear a shorter [...]

Get Your Mojo On

Monday, August 16, 2010

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Have you see the latest Katy Perry video for California Gurls, and wished you could live in your own real version of Candyland? Roaming around a place full of candy, chocolate, and other desserts sounds like a good time to me. A place like this does exist with every sweet delectable your heart desires. I’m [...]

Lookbook: Inside Anastasia Chatzka Boutique

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

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Have you ever wanted to find a dress, or any outfit really, that you knew you wouldn’t find anywhere else? Well stop looking… …and stop in Anastasia Chatzka‘s boutique in Chicago. (Or if you can’t “stop in”, browse her Etsy shop!) As you can see in the lookbook of her designs below, her latest collection [...]

A Night of Fun and Fashion with Gavin Boutique

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

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So I know normally we do Q&A on Wednesday’s, but with all the events, sales, and boutique visits lately, it’s been tough to fit everything in. Hey, there’s only so much time in a week, and seeing recent event photos of what’s happening in our fun city took precedence over Q&A this week. If you [...]

Lookbook: Sunsational Tanning Essentials

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

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I’ve talked recently about best swimwear picks, beach accessory essentials, and the hottest swim color this season, so your sun tanning attire is ready to go, but what about your sun tanning beauty essentials? My picks below are must-haves whether your looking to tan, looking to just look tan, or looking for your beauty not [...]

Deals and Events This Weekend

Friday, May 21, 2010

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- Shop the latest collection from Lara Miller at her Spring Summer Trunk Show at Florodora 330 S. Dearborn Friday, May 21st from 12-6pm. - RE.STOCK Spring Sample Sale in Wicker Park 1452 N. Milwaukee Ave. this Friday, May 21st through Sunday, May 23rd from 12noon to 6pm (to 5pm Sunday). Save up to 80% off designer clothing for [...]

Lookbook: Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

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For today’s Lookbook, I thought it would be fun to put together some items for your favorite woman in your life, your mom. Yes, I know, it’s much more fun to shop for ourselves, but sometimes it’s nice to think of someone else for a while. Or maybe you are a mom, and you can [...]