Vitamin Water Zero Presents Studio- 808 Accessory Style Lounge

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Vitamin Water Zero Presents
Studio- 808
ACCESSORY STYLE LOUNGE
October 21, 2010 3 - 6 pm
Hard Rock Hotel - Lounge Bar
230 North Michigan Ave. Chicago IL

Studio-808 is announcing the first ever "Accessory Style Lounge" showcasing Fall 2010 and
Spring 2011 accessory lines from a select list of emerging Chicago brands. A shopping suite
to compliment any wardrobe from Chicago's creative set.


Hosted by
Erin Creaney, Studio-808.com
Melissa Maynard, Factio-Magazine.com
Jenny Berg, The Feast Chicago NBC
Christine Sanderson, LeThrift.com
Carol Calacci, SecondCityStyle.com
Suzanne Kopulos, Garmental.com
Tenisha Anderson, Qlixmag.com
Monika Dixon, BeeCloser.com
DJ Megan Taylor - Fig Media

RSVP to
rsvp@factio-magazine.com

Gen Art Resurrection

On Thursday, November 4th, the Gen Art Foundation is hosting the Gen Art Resurrection Benefit to set things right for those who suffered monetary losses when the company claimed bankruptcy. Gen Art began as a foundation created to help emerging talent in the film and design industry launch their careers. For the benefit, Gen Art Alumni will make up the host committee and will include celebrities such as Edward Norton & Jeremy Renner, Kate Mara, and Whitney Port of Whitney Eve. Proceeds will go to emerging filmmakers and designers who suffered monetary losses when Gen Art claimed bankruptcy. In regard to the company’s recent losses, Co-Founder and CEO Ian Gerard stated: “In these trying economic times, every dollar counts to an emerging artist. To know that our business troubles had a negative effect on a group of young talent was unacceptable to us.” The event will take place from 8-11pm at the Hudson Hotel at 356 West 58th Street. - Nicole Simone

TheOutnet -The Great Outdoors Sale

Left to right: Burberry Ombré wool-blend dress, Burberry Faceted glass ring (now $138),Christian Louboutin Zermadame 120 ankle boots (now $701.75), Dolce & Gabbana Feather-print silk-chiffon dress (now $895.50), Michael Kors Birchwood cotton skirt (now $180)

We've brought you the great outdoors, via the internet. In celebration of the crisp fall weather, The Outnet has put together a great outdoors sale, full of plaid, tweed and shearing. The sale includes pieces from Chloe, D&G, Burberry, BCBG, Michael Kors, Victoria Beckham and many others. And although the phrases like Christian Louboutin, great outdoors, and on sale 70% off have probably never been used in the same sentence The Outnet has managed to assemble them beautifully. Sale items that are sure to go quickly include a Burberry Ombré wool-blend dress for $346.50 (originally $990) and a pair of Christian Louboutin Zermadame 120 ankle boots for $701.75 (originally $2,005). Read more at Factio Magazine. Nicole Simone

Burberry Launches New Winter Storm Collection

Burberry previously created its April Showers capsule collection in efforts to help with the wardrobe change for each season. So it should come as no surprise, with the winter weather creeping in on us, for the company to create its new Winter Storm collection. The winter wear line includes all things imperative to battling the cold, trench coats, knits, handbags and umbrellas. The color scheme mirrors the colors of the winter’s cold temperatures, snow and rain. Solid black or white, with touches of grey and dark nickel. Although the frigid temperatures of winter normally send us into hibernation, the collection’s quilted leather bomber jacket will have you looking incredibly chic and maybe a little excited for a winter storm. -Nicole Simone

Rebecca Minkoff Launching Shoe Collection

If you’re a fan of Gossip Girl, then you’re a fan of Rebecca Minkoff, and the queen of handbags is launching a shoe collection. WWD has announced that Rebecca Minkoff has designed a 25-style shoe collection to add to her impeccable handbag collection. The new line made its debut at fashion week, but will not be in stores until spring. Minkoff drew inspiration from her own mother’s closet (which explains the sexy 70s feel) and includes some pretty fantastic pumps, wedges, booties and flats. With shoes retailing for around $160-$300 Leighton Meester won’t be the only gal to have people talking.-Nicole Simone

Sale Alert: Armani, Valentino, Missoni, Alexander McQueen Sale at Billion Dollar Babes!

Now at BDB: Valentino Orange Sweater (was $3,350, BDB price $534), Armani dress (was $1,450, BDB price $ 279), Alexander McQueen (was $1,579, BDB price $349)

Sale Alert: Today's sale at Billion Dollar Babes is amazing. Score Etro, Carolina Herrara, Alexander McQueen, Missoni and more at up to 80% off!

Save Up To 85% On Your Favorite Designers - Shop Billion Dollar Babes Today!

Sienna Miller's Peaches and Cream Look

Sienna Miller in a peaches and cream look
by TopShop and Prada heels

As one of the judges on the panel for the Dinard British Film Festival, Sienna Miller has definitely been attracting a lot of attention and not only as one of the judges, but also as a style-forward fashionista. She has been attracting press from all over the place in gorgeous head-to-toe outfits by brands like her Twenty8Twelve, as well as a jaw-dropping dress by Isabel Marant.

In one of the most recent glimpses of the actress, she got an A+ again in a peaches and cream get up with a vintage-style short-sleeved sweater and adorable cropped peach trousers from TopShop. To add a little extra spice, she also added a pair of gorgeous Prada python studded sandals.

We can always expect this beauty to be on the style-watch.
-Leigh Loosbrock

Event Alert: Diamonds in the Rough Charity Event

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What: The Apareció Foundation presents "Diamonds in the Rough" charity event.

When: Saturday, October 16 from 7-11 p.m.

Where: DIRTT ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS Showroom Architectural Space, 325 N. Wells, Chicago, IL 60654

Details: A fashion/jewelry runway show and silent auction will take place with proceeds from sales of the luxury lifestyle brand and auction benefiting the Foundation’s work. For ticket prices, go to www.apareciofoundation.org.

Why: Aparecio is a nonprofit organization founded to accelerate the academic achievement of low-income, high-potential, minority women throughout Chicago through mentoring and special scholarships. As a new Foundation, they need to raise considerable funds through private donations, government grants, and their own creative initiatives with an ultimate goal of $1.5 million. DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH will be the first of their major fund-raising events. Through the generous support of quality companies and notable Chicagoans, we will have what is certain to be an extraordinary and memorable evening!

Today's Sale at the Editor's Closet: Manolo Blahnik and Azzedine Alaia

Member Price: $279, Was $695

Our Members-Only Exclusive Sales Open Today for Editor's Closet!
Today's sales feature: Manolo Blahnik and Azzedine Alaia

Sales are open for 48 hours only, so be sure to log in early because the sales may never be repeated.

Click here: Designer Brands – Below Wholesale Prices at Editors’ Closet Private Sales Events

Event Alert: Fashion's Night Out

Get ready for Fashion's Night Out Chicago! On September 10th, shop your favorite stores and enjoy discounts, and lots of stores are serving champagne to make shopping even better.

Check out some of our must-go shops. Click on the images to enlarge for details!

For more info, click here.

Fashion's Night Out at The Shops at North Bridge! Unleash your inner fashionista the evening of September 10 from 6-9 PM as The Shops at North Bridge celebrates Fashion's Night Out. Find out more click here.