Carrie Underwood Wears Lana's Sin Earrings on Lucky Mag

Carrie Underwood wears Lana Jewelry's Sin Earrings ($1,050) on the December cover of Lucky Magazine! The sparkly, sexy stunners cascade down your neck and come in white gold (as seen on Underwood) or gold and are perfect for the holidays. Available at LanaJewelry.com or Neiman Marcus.

Link it! Green Chic - Factio Magazine checks out luxury vacations, The Fashionable Housewife is reading Return to Beauty and more!

Factio Magazine checks out destination clubs, a savvy new way for luxury travelers like you to vacation in exotic locations around the world!

The Fashionable Housewife is reading Return To Beauty, a new book filled with all natural skin care recipes. A must read for eco-friendly gals!

Fashion Pulse Daily wonders if the Norma Kamali for Walmart Sleeping Bag Jacket is up to par...your thoughts?

My Beauty Bunny is giving away a free Orglamix mineral eyeshadow every day!

Posh Swaps explains why almost everyone has some clothes they should swap in the perfect clothes for swapping

The Fashionable Bambino is giving away a $25.00 Gift Card for Maukilo!!! Wooden toys sold at Maukilo.com are finished with non-toxic, natural lacquers; and plastic toys are made from child-safe, PVC-free materials.

The Fashionable Gal dishes on Abrione Chakra Masks for Face & Body.

Scarlett Johansson's L'eau the One

Scarlett Johansson is the seductive face of Dolce & Gabbana, so naturally we love the TV ad for their latest fragrance L’eau the One. It features the star sitting solo at a kitchen table peeling an orange, suggesting “You might have to get what’s inside to get to what’s sweet… Beauty that’s in your mind, that’s the one.”

Event Alert: Agent Provocateur's Live Window Showcase

Who: Agent Provocateur
What: The sexy lingerie store will have a live window showcase of their latest, fabulous collection.
When: Saturday, November 14th
Where: 47 E. Oak St., Chicago, IL
Details: For more info, click on the image.

Gen Art's Fresh Faces in Fashion

Photos by Billy Rood of figphoto.net. Left to right: C/FAN, Kristin Hassan, Dorsia

Gen Art's Fresh Faces Fashion Show was the final show for Fashion Focus, presenting new up-and-coming designers on our "watch" list!

Kristin Hassan presented a zesty,colorful collection with girly shorts and delightful tailored tops. JLee Silver showcased trendy summer outfits.The Silver models had an amazing flare that matched the beach inspired clothing. Some of the garments included bright summer gowns and sparkling accessories.The JLee Silver Collection is new and trendy and more specifically it pulls forward creativity to the line. Imaginary People presented everything from prints and patterns to high-waisted leggings and skirts.Dorsia showcased menswear with sophisticated colors, unique textures from vegan leather jackets to denim shorts. The conclusion of the show was showcased by Red Doll by Tatyana.The out-of-this-world dress moment was made when a bright red gown was presented on the stage.The long dress had two big lustrous red flowers on each shoulder to compliment a black satin belt. The dress was a perfect way to cap the magnificent night.
-Jessica Campos

Photos by Billy Rood of figphoto.net. Left to right: JLee Silver, Red Doll by Tatyana, Imaginary People

*video by Tim Musho and Billy Rood of figphoto.net

Borris Powell and his Garden of Love

EnVent Studio turned into a magical wonderland this past Saturday, October 25th, for the final night of Fashion Focus with a show named Le Jardin de L’Amour.Borris Powell knows how to let his crowd believe in their love for fashion with this very beautiful European love story told through his clothes. For his Spring 2010 collection, the innovative designer chose a décor of dramatic chandeliers and romantic greenery while a DJ spun in the middle of it all. Read the full story at Factio Magazine.

Horacio Nieto Spring 2010 Fashion Show

With the industrial EnVent Studio as a backdrop, Horacio Nieto showed the young and the fashionable why he is one of the biggest names in Chicago fashion at the moment. Purple light decorated the walls and clean white seats were spread out over the entire venue for the crowd to enjoy Horacio Nieto’s Spring 2010 menswear and womenswear collections. The young designer is a breath of fresh air in the world of Chicago fashion with a conceptual but fresh perspective on the art of designing. Read the full story at Factio Magazine. Check out the photo gallery for womenswear and for menswear.

*Photos by Billy Rood of figphoto.net exclusively for Factio Media.

Dress Code

The second night of Fashion Focus was a smashing success as local colleges and universities showcased their talent for fellow fashion obsessed Chicagoans. Students from the Illinois Institute of Art, Columbia College, The School of the Art Institute and International Academy of Design and Technology put on a fantastic show filled with everything from tailored dresses to avant-garde couture. Read the full story at Factio Magazine.

*Photos and video by Billy Rood of figphoto.net exclusively for Factio Media.

Macy’s Presents the Designers of Chicago

Macy’s Presents the Designers of Chicago, kicking off Fashion Focus with the first show of the week.

Chicago’s Millennium Park was the perfect setting for a fabulous fashion show (that was packed despite the downpour), featuring the Spring 2010 must-haves. Macy’s promotes Chicago designers, not only at this show, but all year round with their Incubator programs, giving new fashion designers a platform to grow their collections. The show began with the veterans showing why they are still hanging on Macy’s racks. Read the full story at Factio Magazine.

Video by Billy Rood. Photos by Billy Rood & Melissa Martens of figphoto.net

Abigail Glaum-Lathbury Spring 2010 Fashion Show

With the industrial Prairie Production space as a backdrop, Abigail Glaum-Lathbury plays with the ideas of identity and sameness.

Glaum-Lathbury’s collection delivered. A certain mystery surrounds her conceptual garments with some of the most extreme angled shapes we have seen in awhile. Models walked through the crowd in flats, while each stopping and slowly turning, giving us the opportunity to be amazed by the garment from all perspectives. Read the full story at Factio Magazine.