Style Expose Blog

2/26/2009

Elise Bergman's Online Store Now Open

Shopping for Elise Bergman's pieces just got a little easier. Her site, www.elisebergman.com is now carrying her pieces. Currently, you can find her multi-wrap in the rainbow of colors it comes in. Her site is also a great place to figure out the millions of way you can wear this cool piece. Shop before February 28th and enter code "LAUNCH" to get 20% off all items.

2/25/2009

Alice Berry Sale!

Alice Berry is having a sale on her fall pieces. Pop over to her studio to pick up some Fall '08 pieces that can be worn all year long. Friday (2-27) and Saturday (2-28) from 10 to 5 or 6ish(and of course, any other time by appointment).


Alice Berry's Studio-
1820 W. Cortland

2/24/2009

The Fashion Guide to Special Values

A note from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs:

Dear Designers and Retailers:

We know this is a really tough time for all of you. We are launching a new program to provide an additional vehicle for you to market your business through the Office of Tourism's marketing channels. Some of you already know about the Chicago Office of Tourism coupon book. Officially called the Chicago Guidebook of Special Values. This year we are launching "The Fashion Guide to Special Values". The book will solely be comprised of Chicago designers and boutiques, and our graphics team will design the book based on the ChicagoFashionResource.com web design. From past participants, this book has generated traffic to designers websites and some purchases.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU TO PARTICIPATE:
1) You must be a men's, women's or children's apparel, accessory or shoe retailer or designer based in the
City of Chicago
1) Complete out the survey on surveymokey.com (link below);
2) Include a special offer, discount (15% or more) or 2 for 1 deal, style consultation etc.
3) That offer must last for a minimum of 1 year.

Please see http://www.chicagoofficeoftourism.org/specialValuesfor examples.

If this sounds like something you are interested in, please fill out the survey and send a jpeg of either your logo or an image to accompany you listing by Monday March 2nd, 2009 to jennifer.tuite@cityofchicago.org.

The book will posted at www.CHICAGOFASHIONRESOURCE.COM, www.EXPLORECHICAGO.COM, www.CHICAGOTOURISM.ORG, and anywhere else we can get it linked.

The Survey Monkey Link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=rKWDEFvQx6u1Dn8_2f52obRA_3d_3d

If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Gamble at melissa.gamble@cityofchicago.org.

2/23/2009

Lesley Timpe & Tonya Gross Headwear Trunk Show at Wolfbait

Accessories designers Lesley Timpe of Squasht by Les and Tonya Gross of Tonya Gross Millinery will preview spring collections and sell past season items at a trunk show at Wolfbait & B-girls on Saturday, February 28, 2009 from 11 AM - 4PM. Pop over to jazz up that winter bed head.

Wolfbait-
3131 W Logan Blvd.

2/18/2009

Fashion Industry Insider Seminar

Led by Pierre Colorado, creative director for Blake Standard, the discussion will focus around the reality of the American ready-to-wear fashion industry, with a direct perspective into the inner workings and logistics of a fashion company. A MUST see presentation for the fashion design entrepreneur.

Details:
When: March 7th, 10am-12pm
Where: Macy's on State St., 111 N State St.
Cost: $45 or $20 with valid student I.D.
To RSVP please call 773-472-7220 or email info@blakestandard.com

2/17/2009

Brynn Capella End of Season Sale

Shop the Brynn Capella end of season sale to get 50% OFF their Fall/Winter collection. Find bags like the fun Allison Hobo in black and white, marked down from $285 to $185 and other items marked 30-50% off. These classic bags can see you through any winter slump.

2/13/2009

Chicago Fashion Foundation Scholarship Event

Join the Chicago Fashion Foundation at their 2nd Annual Scholarship Event. The Foundation is awarding a $5000 scholarship to this year's winner. Watch the finalists as they face off and present their designs to a panel of judges from the Chicago fashion community. And of course, there will be drinks, snacks and gift bags. Good luck designers!

Congratulations to the 2009 Finalists:

Tara Reich- Columbia
Anna Gaukel- Columbia
Randy Rusnadi- Harper College
Arushi Kumar- SAIC
Sandra X. Hanley- IADT

When: March 4, 2009, 6-8 PM
Where: Macy's on State St.

Tickets are $25 for students/members, $35 for nonmembers

2/12/2009

Vote for Maria Pinto!

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences selected our own Maria Pinto to be one of seven emerging designers to showcase an originally designed gown at its annual Oscars Fashion Preview. Pinto and others are competing for the chance to have their gown worn on Academy Awards! The public can vote once a day for Maria's design beginning at 3 p.m. PT on February 10th through 5 p.m. on February 17 at www.oscar.com.

This is Maria Pinto's first time participating in the Fashion Preview held at the Academy's headquarters in Beverly Hills, CA. The designer who receives the most votes will have his or her design worn onstage by one Awards Escort during the Oscar telecast, which airs live on ABC Sunday, February 22, from the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood and Highland Center.

For more information about Maria, log on to www.mariapinto.com

Help us support Maria and please vote!

2/12/2009

Free Mac Quickbooks Seminar

Are you a Mac user who wants to start using Quickbooks or do you want to know more about using the program? Check out the QuickBooks for free Mac presentation at the Michigan Ave. Apple Store on Feb. 23rd from 1-3 PM

679 North Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60611
312) 981-4104

2/12/2009

ShopWalk Shopaholic Event

If you are looking for Friday night plans, join ShopWalk at the W this Friday night for a shopping event with a VIP side of Confessions of a Shopaholic. Browse local designers like Orlando Espinoza, Michelle Tan, Cynthia Rowley,1154 Lill and Claudia Kleiner while drinking some Shopaholic Cocktails and finally, relax with promotional services from Bliss Spa. Sounds like the perfect girly indulgence! When you are shopped out, head over to the AMC River East to see the new movie, Confessions of a Shopaholic.

The first 60 guests receive complimentary transportation to the theatre. Tickets are $25 in advance, including drinks and movie ticket.

When: February 13th, 5:30-7:30pm, show to follow at AMC
Where: W Chicago- Lake Shore, Workrooms, 644 N. Lake Shore Dr.
RSVP: www.chicagoshopwalk.com/events

2/11/2009

Squasht by Les Studio Opening

St. Louis native, Lesley Timpe, has nested in Chicago! Head over to her opening on Friday night at her new studio in Pilsen to check out her vintage inspired dresses, skirts and infamous hats. Friday, February 13th, 6-10pm. The event is part of Pilsen's Second Friday Art Walk so make a night of it!

Squasht by Les Studio
1932 S Halsted, Room 506

2/10/2009

Heroine Chic's Valentines Mingle Event

Swing by Kaw Kaw's Cigar Society on Thursday, February 12th for Heroine Chic's Valentines Mingle Event. Peruse Heroine Chic's jewelry and accessory sale while you light up a big stogie. Hey, it's what your valentine would want.

Kaw Kaw's Cigar Society
33 E 13th St. (Between State and Wabash)
6pm to 10pm

2/5/2009

Vote for Elise Bergman!

So Bravo is pulling together the cast for their new show, "The Fashion Show" and apparently Chicago's own Elise Bergman is up for the final seat. Take two quick seconds and vote for her at http://www.bravotv.com/style/the-fashion-show. Go Elise!!

For more info on Elise, visit http://www.elisebergman.com/

2/4/2009

Another V-Day Special: Objets d'Envy

Sweetheart candies are great and all but once their gone, that little love message is too. Objets d'Envy has created a Valentine's Day jewelry line that takes those little forget me not quotes and makes them precious. Along with these necklaces, check out some of their other sparkly friends at www.objetsdenvy.com.

Take 20% off any order using code "20off"

2/4/2009

Some words of inspiration during these rocky times..

"At that time a whole slew of new designers bubbled up — like McQueen, Stella McCartney, Hussein Chayalan, Clements Ribeiro. A new generation came up through that period. I'm not sure whether it encourages creativity, whether it's because people are looking for alternatives to what's fed to them on a mass scale, whether they are more interested in what's happening on the underground, or what it is, but you do get new names, new businesses, during recessions. Things happen. It can be quite an exciting time creatively. And old names often die."
-quote from Alexandra Shulman, editor of British Vogue when discussing the economic downturn in the early 90's.

2/3/2009

Chic Gems V-Day Sale

With Valentine's Day just a few weeks away, I'm sure you've been sizing up what you want that special someone to send your way. Well here's some help, 25% off all gems & handbags online from Chic Gems etc. Plus, free matching earrings with necklace purchase.

Use coupon code "valentine" at checkout to get your discount. Offer expires February 15th.

http://www.chicgemsetc.com/

2/3/2009

Dont Miss: Rock Steady Fashion Show

Next Thursday(2/12), head over to Moonshine for their Rock Steady Fashion Show. Showing will be pieces from Bonnie & Clydes, Una Mae's, Process & Content and Guise Chic. Look for pieces from designers like Project Runway's Jeffrey Sebelia, Christian Siriano, Insight, Penfield, Yigal Azrouel, and Elizabeth & James.

Runway starts at 10:30 p.m. No cover and drink specials that night include $3 PBR Drafts, $4 Maker's Mark and Jameson cocktails.

Moonshine
1824 West Division St.
773-862-8686

2/2/2009

AIBI's Costing Seminar

How do you price your pieces? Just guessing? Go to the AIBI Costing Seminar on Wednesday, February 4th from 5:45-7:45pm

Marsha Brenner, Executive Director, AIBI will review in detail a garment from each attendees line.

Members- $40.00 Nonmembers-$50.00

Please RSVP to lwyka@aibi.com