REAL v DEAL: Marni v Zara

REAL: Red wool-crepe dress, $1,640, by Marni available at Net-a-Porter.
DEAL: Red puff sleeve dress, $99, by Zara.

FASHIONABLE DISCOVERIES: New to Chic-Town

The shopping in Chicago keeps getting better and better especially with all the new British and European brands like All Saints, Zara, Topshop, Sandro, Maje, Reiss and Karen Millen.

Now we’ve got Emporio Armani! This two-story boutique located in the old Barney store, on East Oak Street, is beautifully styled with its central curved staircase and bold color palette of black glass and white marble. The store offers complete collections for men and women with an extensive range of accessories that include watches, glasses, jewellery, fragrances and make-up.

Photography by James Atkins Photography

A grand opening party was held last week and I was lucky enough to attend. It was the perfect opportunity to view the collection and it’s where I feel in love with some of their amazing accessories.

What’s next for Chi-Town…Versace?

FASHIONABLE INVITES: October

At a loss of what to do tonight? Here are two fashionable parties happening in ChiTown.

EVENTS: Be U Weddings Bridal Guide Launch Party: “A Fashionable Affair”.
J.Crew & Vogue shopping and cocktail party to celebrate the fall/holiday 2012 collection.

REAL v DEAL: Stella McCartney v Phillip Lim

Love this Stella McCartney dress but hate the price? Check out this similar dress by 3.1 Phillip Lim.

REAL: Colorblock jersey dress, $795, by Stella McCartney available at Neiman Marcus.
DEAL: Ponte-jersey shadow dress, $525, by 3.1 Phillip Lim available at Neiman Marcus.

If $525 isn’t what you would call a DEAL, don’t worry better ones are still to come!

Photo (left) by: Michael Dar for Sheridan Road magazine

BEHIND THE SCENES: Sheridan Road Magazine

Photographer: Michael Dar
Stylist: Jessica Moazami
Hair and Make Up: Carley Martin
Model: Jenna Duplanty and Erin Timm at FACTOR WOMEN Model Management


Do you recognize any of these beautiful NORTH SHORE locations in our behind the scenes video? If you look closely you might just spot me working!

For all you John Hughes fans here's Erin and I in front of the SIXTEEN CANDLES church!

The BAHAI TEMPLE –an amazing backdrop for a shoot.

The beret wearing team makes a wish at the Clock Tower fountain in Lake Forest.

And here it is…FALL IN LOVE with the North Shore, Sheridan Road Magazine.

Dress by Ted Baker available at Bloomingdales. Belt by W. Kleinberg available at Saks Fifth Avenue Highland Park. Gold studs by H&M. Bag by Stella McCartney available at Shirise.

Blazer by Rachel Zoe, trouser by 3.1 Phillip Lim, Knit snood by Neiman Marcus Cashmere Collection all available at Neiman Marcus, Chicago. Sweater by Equipment available at Bloomingdales. Boots by Chloe available at Shirise.

The October issue is out now!

BEAUTY CONFESSIONS: CHRISTOPHER TRUFFA Clarins Brand Ambassador

Having entered the beauty industry at the young age of 17, Christopher Truffa has traveled extensively throughout the world, creating an appreciation for beauty in all forms from every continent. In 2009 he joined the French beauty company, Clarins, as their Brand Ambassador focusing on skincare; helping women of all ages determine their best routine. I recently had the opportunity to meet Christopher at the Clarins fall preview event and he revealed to me his beauty confessions.

WHAT’S YOUR BEAUTY ADDICTION?
Tonic Oil

WHOSE YOUR STYLE ICON?
Jude Law

WHAT’S YOUR BEST BEAUTY TIP?
To look like you but only better by taking care of your skin.

WHO WOULD YOU LOVE TO MAKEOVER?
Drew Barrymore. She seems like she’d be lots of fun and let me do anything.

ONE THING YOU COULDN’T LIVE WITHOUT?
My family

GET THE LOOK: Kate Middleton aka Duchess of Cambridge

Kate’s a big fan of lace dresses, remember her wedding dress? Well she’s not the only one with many designers and brands having lace dresses in their current collections.

If you weren’t quick enough to nab the Erdem dress Kate wore on her Canadian tour you’re in luck as Diana von Furstenberg has also done a navy lace dress! Better yet? It’s at a much more reasonable price point, SCORE!!

Lace dress, by Erdem, Resort 2012 collection

Patent leather heels, £195 (approx $314 USD), by LK Bennett.

GET THE LOOK...

‘Zarita’ dress, $393, by Diana von Furstenberg.

Nude patent Heels, $59.99, By ELLE™ available at Macy’s.

FASHIONABLE INVITES: October

CHICAGO

LONDON

EVENTS: Meet Black Halo Designer, Laurel Berman, at Neiman Marcus, Lingerie Francaise: The Exhibition & Fashion Focus Chicago: Next Fashion 2012
SAMPLE SALES: Designer Pop Up Sale