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Shaking Your Groove Thing at North Coast Fest

A@CGS — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:38:52 +0000

Boots with flimsy summer dresses? Why not! It's a music festival, after all.

Channeling her inner green goddess, this concert-goer rocks the maxi dress.

I saw several of these things. Is this a trend? Because I remember making keychains out of beads like these when I was like, twelve.

And this is me, the last picture my camera took as it fell to its death. RIP.

Coming up next on CGS… Pictures from the commercial shoot that I costumed!

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Giving is Glam

A@CGS — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:21:19 +0000

Why do you still have that tiara from senior prom? Do you really think you’re ever going to wear it again? And how about those black non-skid shoes you wore while you waitress-ed your way through college? Just collecting dust bunnies.

Well clean out your closets, ladies and gents! This weekend you can give away your old duds to three very good causes, while earning discounts to use for new ones at the 900 Shops’ “Share and Shop” event. On the 6th floor of 900 North Michigan Avenue, donation centers will be set up for Dress for Success, Share Your Soles, and The Glass Slipper Project– all perfect donees for those with over-stuffed closets.

Dress for Success is a non-profit that provides new and gently used career wear to underprivileged women, and Share Your Soles sends new and nearly new shoes to the shoeless around the globe. The Glass Slipper Project is looking for formal dresses, shoes, and accessories to outfit high school juniors and seniors who would otherwise not be able to afford their dream prom night.

Ready for the really good part? As well as getting the warm-fuzzies that come with helping others, you collect a 15% off Savings Pass for every item you donate; each is good for one item at participating stores.

Yours truly will be there bright and early on Saturday with clothes to donate and camera to snap all the fabulous givers. Hope to see you!

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Loud and Proud Colors at Pride

A@CGS — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:50:14 +0000

I spotted this adorable retro outfit while enjoying the gay festivities of Pride with my GBF. I just love that the trend for shorts is moving towards longer length-- it's so nice to NOT see cheeks hanging out all over the place!

Tagged: events, Lakeview, patterns, trend spotting

MANIFESTations in the South Loop

A@CGS — Thu, 20 May 2010 15:00:28 +0000

Columbia student Madeline wearing an ice cream cone print blouse!

Hula girl in summer brights

Just hanging out... looking cool in his dreadlocks and matching bags.

Fearless Miss Anna Rabin rocking her new one-side-buzzed hairstyle. Is there an official name for that look?

Nothing like mixing flannel and rock-star booties.

And finally... Watch out Tavi Gevinson, fashionistas are getting younger and younger these days!

Tagged: events, south loop, whimsy

Resale Royalty at Vintage Heaven in Wicker Park

A@CGS — Tue, 11 May 2010 03:17:42 +0000

The darling Isa of Chicago Looks... see my Blogroll!

Karyn of Max and Chloe Vintage, and stylish friend. At Karyn's booth, I snagged an immaculate Oscar de la Renta blazer circa 1983 for $30!!!! Pictures coming soon!

I love this vintage-shopper's shorts! The pair she bought at the event were pretty cute too!

Tagged: events, wicker park

Geek Chic Style in Lakeview

A@CGS — Sat, 08 May 2010 02:24:27 +0000

As promised, (forever ago) photos from the Nerds at Heart fashion show that I styled and produced. All photos are by Steph Heldrich. Clothing provided by Knee Deep Vintage in Pilsen, with organic cotton graphic tees by FiddleHeads.

Here we have the living-in-the-80s nerd.

Rockin' the sweater vest.

Just your average secretary. Okay, maybe minus the hair pencils.

Librarian-chic, mixing not two, but three different prints!

Hot for spring: spinner hats and turquoise jumpsuits!

Nerdy boys will be nerdy boys.

Next up on CGS: Thrifty ladies of Vintage Heaven

Tagged: events, Lakeview, whimsy

Launch/CFI Event Part 1: The Designers

A@CGS — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:26:47 +0000

I want that one, and that one, and that one, and that one...

A model in Kullian Gui by designer Donaldo Smith

Model wearing PELOTON by Leah Fagan

C/Fan by Christina Fan

Goodness, I am obsessed with these pants.

Pin-up perfection! Model is wearing Dotties Delights by Stephanie Kuhr

Nonnie Threads by Jonnie Rettele. (I think my boy needs this jacket. What do ya say, Jonnie? Little discount?)

Model in M.C.C. with the designer, Miriam Cecilia Carlson

Mica detail

From left: Jonnie, Stephanie, Miriam, Christina, Donaldo, Leah

Come Back Tomorrow for Part 2: The Attendees

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More Whimsy and More Wonder at One Of A Kind

A@CGS — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:52:08 +0000

This is Sara. She made her own shoes, she made her belt, and she proves that funky fashion statements have no age limit. www.sarasshoes.com

I wish the details in this came out better, because this show-goer is wearing a fantastic Grecian pleated number

Now folks, on the right, we see a cute jumper/turtleneck set. On the left, check out that bag and necklace!

Michelle, trying on a Formé hat, and obliging hubby. I love the buttons on her boots and her round glasses

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Whimsy and Wonder at the One Of A Kind show

A@CGS — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 06:21:38 +0000

This ruffled jacket reminds me of the men's fashions of the 17th century. www.artips.com

Jenny of Formé Millinery in one of her own playful designs. www.formeonlineshop.com

A lovely artist in a lovely blouse, in front of her lovely work = beauty overload! www.sarahraskey.com

A show-goer in a neutral palate of cozy knits, and not one, but two brown belts.

Horn-rimmed glasses, sequin blazer, and Chuck Taylors... Fabulous! Peggy for Tobin Sprout (www.tobinsprout.net)

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Where The Styled Things Are at Annie O Sample Sale

A@CGS — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:16:11 +0000

Sample sales are great for scouting out bargains and fashionable attendees!

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