Style Expose Blog
Archives
| August 2010
| July 2010
| June 2010
| May 2010
| April 2010
| March 2010
| February 2010
| January 2010
| December 2009
| November 2009
| October 2009
| September 2009
| August 2009
| July 2009
| June 2009
| May 2009
| April 2009
| March 2009
| February 2009
| January 2009
| December 2008
| November 2008
| October 2008
| September 2008
9/28/2009
World Fashion Chicago: This Thursday!
This Thursday, join Sister Cities Chicago for their annual World Fashion Chicago runway show. Doors open at 6:30; the runway show starts at 7:30. And don't forget to head to the afterparty at Cuvee! Featured designers include local favorites Melissa Serpico and Horatio Nieto alongside international designers from Jordan to Mexico. Visit www.worldfashionchicago.com to learn more and purchase tickets.9/22/2009
"Every $1,000 increase in credit-card debt raises the odds that a startup will fail by 2.2 percent"
Source: The Use of Credit Card Debt by New Firms, The Kauffman Foundation, August 2009A startling quote we found in this month's issue of Fortune: Small Business. Many fashion business owners, designers and boutique owners alike, turn to credit for the start-up and survival of their company. As credit turns to a crutch, it seems that not just the interest is having a compounding effect. But what are better alternatives for this slow cash flow industry? Seeking assistance early on from organizations like SCORE, the Women's Business Development Center and the Stitches Fashion Program might be the answer to this crunch.
9/21/2009
The Shorty Collaborative and Gen Art Chicago to Host Shorty Clothing E-Boutique Launch
The Shorty Collaborative and Gen Art Chicago are pleased to debut Shorty Clothing's whimsical, yet edgy, 2009 Rock and Roll Meets Rococo collection with a Shorty Clothing e-commerce boutique launch event at Lumen (839 West Fulton Market St.) this Thursday night. On Thursday, September 24, 2009 from 7 to 10:00 p.m., the event will pivot around a virtual fashion show, an essence video loop, and much more. The Shorty team has created a fantastic collection and is so excited for its Chicago debut! Tickets can be purchased in advance for $20 or at the event for $30. Partial ticket proceeds will benefit Gen Art Chicago. For ticket purchasing, visit www.shortyclothing.com. Thursday, September 24, 2009
Lumen
839 W Fulton Market
9/18/2009
Looking for a credit processing merchant? Check out TransFS
If your business accepts credit cards or if you are looking to accept credit cards for the first time, TransFS will help your business keep more of your money, in less time than you ever thought possible. They are a comparison shopping system that helps you find credit card processors that charge lower merchant fees and provide better service. They typically save businesses about 40% on their credit card processing expenses, quickly and at no cost to the merchant. Really. Traditionally, it's been difficult or impossible to compare credit card processors on an "apples to apples" basis. So even if you think your merchant fees are too high or you're getting poor service, the time and pain of shopping for a replacement make you reluctant to change. We also see many merchants who have been led to believe they are already getting the best deal -- but find that the truth is quite different.
TransFS has overcome these obstacles, by developing a network of processors who bid for your business, and you're connected with one of these processors only when you choose. Each processor is carefully certified, and TransFS serves as your advocate throughout the process.
It takes only a few minutes to complete a secure application. Here's how it works:
1) Submit a secure application
2) Pre-screened processors bid for your business
3) View your bids and select a processor if you choose
4) Close the deal and begin keeping more of your money!
To find out more, visit www.transfs.com
9/14/2009
Lara Miller Featured on Oprah.com And Shop LaraMiller.net
It's a big week for Chicago's Lara Miller. Not only is Lara showing at the Green Shows of New York Fashion Week on Wednesday but Oprah has stumbled upon Lara Miller! Oprah.com has a great feature on green fashion and Lara's Spring/Summer 2010 collection she's showing next week. Love what you see? Then head over to www.laramiller.net to pick up pieces from Lara's Spring/Summer 2009 collection! Her new site is up and running with some fabulous new additions. Congrats, Lara!
9/11/2009
ZAMRIE Launch Party
Emerging designer and Chicago Fashion Incubator Designer in Residence, Ashley Zigmunt, premieres her Spring Collection next Thursday night. Expect fantastic shapes and beautiful colors. Be there. Thursday, September 17, 2009
Live fashion show at 10:30pm
Rino
343 W Erie
RSVP to platinumevents@me.com. To view invite, go to www.enjoyplatinum.com/zamrie/.
9/8/2009
Forum Magazine Loves Stitches!
Forum Magazine, a magazine for Associations, published an article all about Stitches this month! It's a great piece about Chicago Fashion and what we are doing to help some awesome local designers. Check out the article here: http://tinyurl.com/m4l6r7
