I've Moved!!

Hey everyone! Thanks so much for stopping by! While I am still blogging, I decided to take my blog in a new direction. You can get more trends, designer interviews an reviews at: www.thefashionrevolucion.blogspot.com! I hope you keep reading! Let me know if there is something you are interested in hearing about at: chicagofashiontrendsexaminer@gmail.com!

Thanks for visiting, hope you stop by and check out the new duds!
xoxo
Jen

Trash & Luxury - avante garde meets funky hipster

Trash & Luxury is one of those brands that has truly mastered the art of funky fabulous. The line is a little bit avante garde with a touch of fabulous retro inspired glam. It's a line that a sexy diva dons on a Friday night out when she knows she going to have all eyes on her! I stumbled across the line and fell in love instantly. I think the imagery of the editorial shots on their site embodied an old Hollywood style, but the youth of the styling truly left me wanting more!

The line is definitely a bit tongue in cheek and doesn't take itself way to seriously. It screams fun which is totally sexy in a very appealing way! It's also a line that the celebrities love! Lalohan's little sister Ali was recently spotted out and about wearing the line. She was sporting the “Tropical Zebra” racerback tank in the soft watercolor print. Ali’s tank is now available exclusively on www.trashandluxury.com for just $40.00!

The line is perfect for the Chicago fashionista who is on the search of a line that is fun and fabulous. It really embodies the Chi's midwestern flair for funky looks that border on hipster chic. Try combining the tees with cut offs for a casual day or skinny denim layered jewelry and super high ankle booties for a look that will make the boys do a double take.

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Kenmore Studio Live

The Wild Harvest Fashion even recently took place on: Saturday, August 14, from 7-9 pm. The Kenmore Live Studio is located at 678 N. Wells, Chicago. The Kenmore Live Studio hosts their fashion events live online at facebook.com/kenmore in the "Live Studio" tab!

The Kenmore Live events incorporate fashion, food and fun!

Chef Ben Browning of Kendall College showed attendees how to prepare a feast using fall harvest items. He also had his students join in on the fun, by helping with the cooking demo, and of course, guests were able eat for free.

Stems also gave some extraordinary fall decorating tips. Last time they were in the studio they made some beautiful floral/fruit & veggie arrangements with farmers market items! This video shows the highlights of last time stems was in the studio! Feel free to check it out here!

The fashion show is a Fall Fashion Preview based off of harvest traditions. Autumn 2010 trends blended with harvest influence (fabrics, colors, etc). Designers from all over the city were showcased including students from: SAIC, Columbia, Illinois Design Institute, and independent designers who created their own interpretation of Autumn 2010 Harvest.

JLee Silver--Chicago's Rock n Shop Event

The hip fashion line, JLee Silver, will be the host extraordinaire for the inaugural Chicago Rock n Shop retail event. Rock n Shop is a funky concept that is incorporating a retail/live music experience to showcase the fusion of fashion and music. It is definitely bound to be an experiential event for any Chicago fashion diva.

Rock n Shop is a two-day pop-up retail event, celebrating local talent. It allows attendees to shop local designers’ collections. This event will showcase five apparel and accessories designers, and will be open to the public. Each weekend will feature new Chicago designers, as well as local artists, DJ’s and bands.

See below for times and locations!

DATE/TIME/LOCATION

Open to public:

Saturday, Nov. 28^th: 12pm- 8pm

Sunday, Nov. 29^th: 12pm-6pm

Saturday, Dec. 5^th: 12pm-8pm

Sunday, Dec. 6^th: 12pm-6pm

Saturday, Dec. 12^th: 12pm-8pm

Sunday, Dec. 13^th: 12pm-6pm

Saturday, Dec. 19^th: 12pm—8pm

Sunday, Dec. 20^th: 12pm-6pm

Location:

Bice Restaurant

158 E. Ontario (Ontario/Michigan)

Chicago, IL 60611

Visual Stimulation for your Creative Mind

Just some beautiful images to get you through the week..The style file installment will be up this week! Sorry for the delay! :)

Dangerous Curves Ahead Review

This past weekend the Zhou B Café and Art Gallery was jam packed with fashionistas dressed to the nines. There were some fierce looking females strutting their stuff ready to watch a much anticipated fashion show produced by Chicago’s very own talented stylist and personal shopper: Tamika Martell.

The show dubbed, “Dangerous Curves Ahead” most definitely lived up to its name. It showcased local Chicago design talent and focused on garments for all body types including the plus size sector. The garments were beautifully styled and given an edge by Tamika Martell herself. Each of the garments she picked to showcase within her show had an outstanding craftsmanship and personality that only added to the beauty of all the models she used.

It was refreshing to see the plus size styles in an industry that is primarily focused on creating thinner body conscious garments. Tamika understands her clientele and knows for a fact that her primary Chicago customer is an average to plus sized gal who is looking to vamp up and create a more put together look.

I’ve said it many times before and I am sure I will say it many more times, but the fashion industry in Chicago is an ever growing and omnipresent presence. The Dangerous Curves Ahead show truly establishes Chicago as a city to be reckoned with in the fashion industry. Tamika Martell made sure to showcase her work in the strongest way possible by bringing the fashion to the people. She has impeccable taste and that was shown in her styling techniques throughout the show.

What I loved most about this show was that it made a fashion event a fun and entertaining time; rather than stuffy and stuck up. The music was off the hook and bouncing all night. DJ Sundance kept the party going on all night and the MC made sure to get the audience in on the fun. Goody bags included beauty supplies, great coupons and free subscriptions to popular magazines!

The expo portion of the show had vendors from all over the Chicagoland area including: Chic Gems, Annika makeup, Fetish Accessories and PZI Jeans. Designers showcased in the show included: Pinupgirl.com, igigi.com, frockstarfashions.com, Shavonne Apparel, Angel Eyes Fashion, Chocolate Sushi Couture, Tiaraverse.com, Coco Mocha and Custom Curves Fashion.

The best part of the show? The fact that a portion of all the proceeds went to the 2nd Chance A NON-PROFIT organization that focuses on getting women and children back on track with financial aid, jobs and clothing .

Style File #2 Weekly Installment

This weeks Style File has been inspired by my fellow Latinas of Brazil. For any of you that know Latinas, Chicanas or Hispanics in general, you know that we have mad crazy style! From Miami to Puerto Rico, all the way to the Latin America, Latinas have an innate sense of sexy style. They create great looks with incredible color and fabulous cuts! They are never too scared to show some leg!

So, this summer ladies, I suggest you give some props to the Brazilian queens and take some direction as well. Utilize fashion forward looks with great pops of color as well as flirty silhouette! It will definitely give your ego a boost of self confidence!

Besos!

Jenny

Dangerous Curves Fashion Show

This past week I was ablet to spend some time with one of Chicago's premier stylist-Tamika Martell! We met up at the Chicago's Shecky's Girls Night Out Event at the Great Hall in Union Station. We talked fashion and goals and pretty much made a new friend!

Tamika is a talented woman with a great company with incredible vision! April 25th from 7-10 she will be hosting the Dangerous Curves Fashion Show. A show that she produced with the Chicago woman's needs in mind.

It is a show dedicated to the many body types of women and showcases current fashion and trends. All proceeds from the show will be donated to 2nd Chance Chicago! This is a great event filled with fashion AND charity! A fabulous way to spend a night!

The Introduction

Hey guys!

Many of you know me already thru the THRIFT-For the Good Find Blog! For those of you who don't I will use this initial post to say hey! My name is Jenny and I am the co-owner and designer of the fashion line: Thrift-for the good find! Recently, Victoria and I joined an artist's collective called "Chipped Red Polish" and in part of joining that we each have branched out into our own specialized/personalized blog!

Just an FYI--Chipped Red Polish is a new crew in Chicago! We are a crew of young aspiring women who each have specialized talents in the arts! We will be hosting great events to promote our work and eachother! Be on the look out for information about up coming events, I will keep you posted!

Also--I will still be writing for THRIFT on a weekly basis as I always do and most of the info will be Thrifter and eco-friendly based in conjunction with showcasing the pieces of the THRIFT fashion line. So, definitely keep posted to that if that is what you love!

This blog, on the other hand, will be catered more to my fashion reporting and design work.....I will utilize my graphic design backgroung, fashion journalism background and of course fashion design background to keep you up to date on the latest trends, hot designers and fashion/art related events in the Chicago-land area! I will also add some fun personal insights on life as well! Like what it is like to be a 23 year old mom with a 1 year old daughter and still be fun and hip in this industry!

Now, on to the introduction! As I said before, I am a freelance fashion stylist, graphic designer, fashion journalist and co-owner/designer of THRIFT! I currently do fashion editorials for multiple Chicago Magazines including: The Chicago Examiner, Chicago Splash Magazine and CHIRemezcla (a Latino cultural e-zine)! I also write for a Philly based magazine called The Wave. All the mags and my articles are linked to this blog so please feel free to check them out!!

I am a 23 year old Puerto Rican woman who grew up in Humboldt Park and have worked my behind off to succeed at whatever I attempt in life! I truly believe that no one should allow themselves to be a victim of their circumstances! I never had much, but I always made the best out of what I did have! I have a 1 year old daughter and I am married..I graduated with an associates in Fashion Design and a bachelors in Fashion Marketing and Merchandising Management with a focus in graphic design and advertising!

Fashion is my passion--I know it is cliche, but it is true! I believe that you can feel and look good with just a tiny bit of effort, whether it be a touch of makeup or a pop of color in an otherwise plain outfit! I would consider Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe my two style icons and Coco Chanel my Fashion Goddess..Each classic and elegant, but each with their own spunky attitude and sexy glamour. I have an A type personality and at times can be incredibly OCD, but I am who I am and I am at a point in life where I understand I need to accept that!

I want to utilize this blog to offer my fashion musings and advice to those who enjoy reading them! I welcome suggestions, comments and yes even questions and style advice! I can be your personal stylist without the price, just hit me up with an email and I will get back to you within 3-5 days!

Take Care All!

Remember, "A girl should be two things in life, classy and fabulous" Coco Chanel.