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MAJOR SALE ANNOUNCEMENT! vive la femme is marking down all seasonal items on a progressive promotion…first item is 40% off, second item is 50% off, third item is 60% off, all the way down to 90%! We are making room for lots of new shipments and quite simply need more hangers! Tons of fabulous items are on the sale… rack and more are being added today. The sale continues until the end of the month, or it’s all gone…whichever comes first! Cash is preferred, please. Also, all summer sandals at our new Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique are 40% off, so gals who wear size 9 through 13 should be sure to swing by and snap up a few pairs!

vive la femme has flipped for fall and our latest shipments reflect the new season’s most stylish silhouettes, flattering colors, and girly detailing. It’s not a week at vive la femme unless a new dress shows up, and here she is! Check out this darling wrap dress in soft silverlight and flirty periwinkle. Cozy against curves and popped with a girly ruffle detailing, this versatile frock is an easy go-to for a late summer/early fall wardrobe. Pair with kitten heels and a clutch and smile like you mean it for maximum fashion impact!

We just unpacked a hella major Comfy shipment and we’re loving on it! Here’s Maggie is a slouchy layering jacket in their signature periwinkle and muted gray paired with a swing tank with a supacute butterfly print!

We also are layering this tie-front jacket with all sorts of pop tanks, as the soft dusty green and rich wineberry colors are nothing short of autumnal exuberance!

We also brought in a series of mix-and-match bottoms, as shown here with the new long tank and menswear-inspired pinstripe jacket.

Comfy is a true “woman’s” line and is cut both beautifully and generously. Our range for this shipment is L-3x — feel free to call or email with any questions about sizing!

Junior plus shoppers will love our latest arrivals from Missphit, a vive la femme favorite for gals size 12-16! This tunic-style sweater offers a delightfully retro-inspired cut in a gorgeous range of modern colors: soft lilac, dove gray, and antiques turquoise.

We also brought in this mod-licious black and white tank top that could not be any cuter for a soul/mod dance party, or wearing with oversized black sunglasses and pink lippy — very Mary Quant!

I broke my own rule about reorders and brought in this black and gray hoodie again, because it is awesome…that is all. Fashion factoid: a smart, structured topper jacket can easily go from denim to dresses and work to weekend for optimized style mileage!

vive la femme’s newest round of “fall preview” shipments feature this exact type of coat in city-chic cream and street-savvy black. Made from a midweight twill, these jackets add ladylike panache to any fall ensemble! Junior plus shoppers (sizes 12-16) are doing best in these foxy fitted pieces.

Mark Your Calendars! Tiara, Vive La Femme, and Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique come together to Share The Love! They donate their time, energy, and passion into creating a fantastic workshop for you. You donate $20 at the door which goes directly to Girls Rock. The love is shared. Styleocracy: Elect Yourself President of Your United Personal States of Style

When: Tuesday September 14th from 7 pm - 9 pm (cocktails after)

Where: Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique, 2031 N. Damen

Expect: Set your inner creative genius loose to express yourself authentically in who you are, what you do, and how you dress. Receive a $20 gift cheque to use at either vive la femme or Kathryn Kerrigan (Chicago location only).

Price: $20 donation at the door (cash or check) will go directly to Girls Rock!

RSVP: By emailing to vivelafemme@hotmail.com.

Contact: Stephanie Sack at vivelafemme@hotmail.com or Melissa Thornley at mthornley@tiaracoaching.com.

Heavens to Murgatroid! vive la femme has been inundated with a no less than three major shipments of wonderful and whimsical tops! Without further ado…

Out first round of late summer/fall preview Comfy has come in and it is just precious. Here’s Maggie in the tiered cardy, in a deep teal and lovely plum. Perfect with any basic layering piece, this versatile cardy has been going to jeans and skirts with effortless aplomb! Oh, and this slouchy vest is muted gray and heathered merlot is just delicious for a curve-friendly nod to menswear without sacrificing a womanly silhouette. Finally, this dual-layered longsleeve tee taps into an “intergalactic desert” vibe very much like what was worn in Star Wars on Tatooine. No, I am not kidding.

Gals looking to shore up their work wardrobe will love this crisp buttondown in both a power crimson and versatile ecru. Festooned with military-inspired “workshirt” detailing, this piece from NYDJ is amazing on gals with fuller bosoms, believe it or not! Pair it back with a denim skirt or dressy trousers for a sleek and sassy ensemble sure to be a go-to for professional polish! We also snagged a handful of day-oriented pieces from both Kiyonna and Karen Kane; highlights are this kelly green tee and ruffle-front sweater in dusty turquoise.

Finally, we just unpacked a romantic and dreamy ensemble of blouses and tops from Kische! These pieces are the ultimate in ladylike elegance with a vintage sheen. Here’s the softy silver hoodie paired with a periwinkle underlay for a fresh and feminine look that is both modern and classic. Check out this lace-trimmed pullover in violet for a nod to glorious color, and finally this rose beige swing top makes a sweet and sassy pop top for any pair of distressed jeans.

More Comfy is en route, as is a major shipment from Missphit! The new Kathryn Kerrigan shoe boutique is gearing up for fall with tons of boots, EXCLUSIVELY IN WIDE CALF WIDTHS! Currently, we have tons of great footwear in sizes 9 and up that is wonderful for late summer/early fall, so stop by and check us out at 2031 N Damen, or call us 772.235.7150!

We are supertotallymajorly excited about the shipments that keep rollin’ in for spring 2010! Behold the goodness that is our latest round of shipments:

We received some great new “cheap-n-chic” options — check ‘em out! Crisp and girly, these tieback blouses from Missphit come in a black/white and white/back pattern with a ribbon belt. They are adorable as a standalone piece with black pants or a slim black skirt or as a fun underlay for a jacket or blazer!

And here is the world’s most English schoolgirl-esque lightweight trench in classic and classy cream and black plaid print with a pop of red. I am going to wear this with a black satchel and a black cloche hat and it will be smashing, darling! And we also had the pleasure of unpacking a fabulous swish dress in red, black, and this deep berry color that is truly an amazing deal for just $50. Bra-friendly and totally comfortable, this piece is perfect for upcoming casual weddings and garden parties!

Amanda from Redskew is whipping up a new wave of confectionary graphic skirts for spring and here is the first of many! Designed in her signature a-line silhouette, this floral pattern in shades of green and pink is all happy, all the time! Paired here with our $35 cropped cardy in loden green, it makes for a darling transitional piece with lots of style mileage well into the warmer season.

Finally, we unpacked a handful of goodies from Karen Kane including this adorable raspberry shade with a sweet beadwork placket! This shape is running a bit full and it reading well on gals with full chests and curvy hips. Pop an all-black outfit with this amazing color or mix it in with lime green or lemonade yellow for a very naughty retro-prep look! Finally, we have a stunning black silk blouse with glorious embroidery work along the neckline and sleeves. The shape of this piece is marvelous on Amanda, really fitting her curves and frame and laying wonderfully against her shoulders and torso. I think she should take it…don’t you (wink wink)?

Heads up! We are hostessing our newest spring line, Lotis, with a Designer Reception at vive la femme on Thursday March 18th from 6p to 8p. We’ve already made our spring order but we absolutely be taking pre-orders for the items you simply have to have! RSVPs are welcome, and friends and family can of course attend too. http://www.lotisclothing.com/ Please email or call if you plan to grace us with your presence!

We’ve got our on fireworks happening here at vive la femme!  Stop by to celebrate the liberation of your own personal style with five new shipments!Just in from Kiyonna, their pintuck vneck babydoll dress in black and red!  Perfect for the busty ladies among us, this dress can be worn to work with *pop* tank top and maryjanes, or on the weekends with foxy jewelry and bitchin’ heels.  Comfortable and packable, this dress is a clean canvas for many occasions!

Back from Olivia Harper, more babydolls in periwinkle or black with the front slash detailing!  These frocks work well on petites and hourglass shapes.  Super chic and very unique, our darling staffer Hannah took one and wore in with legging and sandals, and we’ve also seen it work wonderfully for outdoor weddings and business travelers.

Got sundress?  Check out the new ruched-top tube maxi dresses from our awesome junior LA label in awesome patterns and colorways of white/floral, cream/brown/turquoise and purple/orange.  Amanda just snagged one and is popping it with a Kiyonna summer cardigan in berry, and I tried the purple/orange one with a tangerine topper and LOVE-DED IT.

Also, just in from killer LA label Mai Tai, a sweet floral sundress PERFECT for those with small chests and womanly hips.  As usual, you know who you are!  Colorways are teal/tangerine and yellow/purple, and the straps are adorned with a funky wooden bead.  Adorable!

Finally, we have a MAJOR shipment from Missphit, including a reorder on the floaty lavender or black swing blouse in summer silk, and two new darling blouses — one a button-down gingham in black/white or red/white, the other a ruffle front button in deep turquoise or sleek black.  So cute for picnics and BBQs!

Holiday hours! We are open Friday 11a to 7p, Saturday 11a to 3p, and Sunday 11a to 5p.  Stop by and enjoy the best of vive la femme’s summer style this holiday weekend!