Chicago Event. Impressive Turnout for Crescendo Apparel Launch at Hotel Sax

Crescendo Apparel LLC, a new Chicago-based fashion label cut exclusively for women who struggle to find high-fashion clothing that fits off the rack, debuted its 2009 Fall/Winter collection last night. It was refreshing to see so much excitement for a fashion launch (especially in these times), and they certainly did it up big for this …

Chicago Bling Sample Sale Alert! K. Amato's Fifth Annual 2-Day Summer Sample Sale

Chicago loves K. Amato and now she wants to show she loves Chicago right back! Kristen Amato's Fall jewelry collection will be marked down 30% off (regularly priced $20 to $100) and clearance accessories will be priced at $5 to $30 during her two-day, two-location sample sale! Here are your choices: 1. Wednesday, August 19 …

Celebrity Bling. Molly Sims in a State of Grayce

Coming soon to a home shopping network near you…Molly Sims’ new costume jewelry line called Grayce. The model's new line of earrings, cuffs and bracelets is set to debut on HSN. According to WWD, Grayce is inspired by Art Deco design from the Twenties, “understated glamour” reminiscent of the Sixties and Molly's love for travel …

Burlington Coat Factory Clearance Store: Worth the Trip For the Bargain Hunter

My loot for under $100 The Burlington Coat Factory Clearance Store is for the serious discount shopper – not for the weak of heart! I ventured north of downtown Chicago to check out this clearance store at 7340 West Foster Avenue just off of the Harlem Exit on I-90. First, when you get near the address …

Rachel Zoe's e-Newsletter, 'The Zoe Report', Comes Out Today.

Rachel Zoe After first announcing her plans at the start of July, stylist to the stars Rachel Zoe will be launching her own e-newsletter, named 'The Zoe Report', today. So far the site has consisted only of a mailing list and Editorial Policy in which Zoe made sure to mention that none of the products …