vive la femme

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.

We’re locked, stocked, and ready to rock this weekend at vive la femme, thanks to new shipments of both clothes and shoes! Come with me on this exciting tour of fashionable fabulousness…

vive la femme is always ready to party and this dress is the perfect excuse for an elegant cocktail soiree! A gorgeous and timeless combination of cream and black from London Times, this dress is superflattering, ultracomfortable, and uberchic. We also have a form-fitting sheath from this story in a glorious dusty wine with curve-friendly ruching throughout the body, which tranlates to a seasonless silhouette for professional events or a second interview. Both pieces are easily finessed with a range of shoes and jewelry for maximum style mileage! These dresses run a full range of women’s sizes, run at $100, so call or email for updates on available sizes.

Junior plus shoppers are already raving about our newest shipment from one of our many LA labels! A newer label, this shipment features adorable babydoll dress in a range of colorways and patterns. This cream and green dress is a retro-esque dream, while the navy and zebra design is total hipster gold! These “mad for plaid” babydolls are an easy-peasy shape to pair with leggings, and come in brown and purple colorways. These pieces run a true 12/14 through 16/18, and as they are priced at just $50, these frocks are ready to leave vive la femme and hang out in YOUR closet!

We also received a handful of cutiepie tops, featuring this black tee with adorable ribbon detailing on the shoulder, a flirty blouson shape in navy with gray embroidery, and this really unique circular shrug in a graphic asian-inspired pattern. All these tops are only $35 and run along a junior grade, so be sure to contact us if you want more specific information as to fit and availability.

Our Kathryn Kerrigan shoe boutique exclusively featuring footwear size 9-13 has a handful of new styles to go with all your new clothes from vive la femme! Check out this gorgeous grecian sandal in chocolate brown and this naughty leopard print pump! (can you tell which are my faves…?!) We also just received this amazing “cutout” pump in a brown/purple combination or basic black, and we’re wrapping up summer shipments with this whimsical black sandal with silver edging and floral *pop*, and please note this sandal is doing well on wider feet. Stop by 2031 N. Damen or give us a jingle at 773.235.7150 to inquire about our range of current sizes!

Greetings sassy shoppers on this glorious summer day! The sun is shining, the city is ablaze with things to do, and vive la femme is packed with weather-friendly options to keep you cute and cool.

As usual we have a slew of new dresses for your seasonal wardrobe that are the ultimate in summer chic. Check out this store of ruffle-front/babydoll frocks perfect for street fairs, casual dates, and al fresco dinners. We also brought in this adorable blouson dress in what is truly a stunning shade of emerald green…so cute with strappy sandals and a floral purse! We also have a ton of easy tees in soft summer shades with sweet and sassy detailing, and all of them are just adorable with a denim or solid color twill skirt. All of this order is limited in availability, so call or email if you likey likey.

We love dressing gals for office adventures! A crisp, tailored suit always comes in handy and this debut design from Lotis hits all the notes! Wear it for presentations, networking, or interviews for professional polish with pizzazz and finesse. For more relaxed offices, or to dress up a classic pair of black trousers, check out Gayla Bentley’s lightweight cropped jackets in a black op-art pattern, or her signature cheetah print. Always classic in tailoring with a delightfully Texan twist, GB’s jackets are not for the shy!

Our new Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique opened officially last night with a rousing soiree! This weekend we move right into sidewalk sale mode with lots of one-offs in a range of sizes 9-13. Check some of these styles out! Sidewalk shoes are priced between $20 and $69 CASH, no exceptions and please note they are a final sale.

We also brought in two new ballet flats, a simple black and a foxy pink! Please call or email for information about our new Kathryn Shoe Boutique, offering European footwear exclusively in sizes 9-13!

You can reach us at chicago@kathrynkerrigan.com or 773.235.7150.

vive la femme is also having a sidewalk sale, and we’re making room for new late summer and early fall styles, so stop by this weekend great plus-size deals and steals.

Hey summer sweeties! We’re living the dream and keeping cool at vive la femme this weekend. We will be open Saturday from 11 to 5, as well as Monday from 11a to 7p. Come and see the new goodies!

Just in from Karen Kane, a range of fabulous options in flattering cuts with feminine and fierce detailing. Check out this all-black ensemble…the new blouson top with ribbon/pearl necklace detailing and ultracomfy black swish pants! Effortlessly sleek and chic, this outfit could not be any more comfortable and travels like a dream. We paired it with black suede pumps from Kathryn Kerrigan for a fabulously pulled-together look!

And here is an easy recipe for a kyute summer outfit from vive la femme: Take one brand-new Karen Kane vneck flutter sleeve tee in cocoa brown. Mix in street-chic denim pencil skirt from NYDJ. Fold in a sassy stripey pop scarf from Comfy and garnish liberally with adorable flower-print flats from Kathryn Kerrigan. Serve immediately and feel free to go back for seconds…there’s plenty to go around!

And how kickass is this leopard print dress?! vive la femme’s going retro with this voluptuously vavavoom frock! Nothing, I repeat, NOTHING is foxier than a fitted and fierce leopard print dress and this one pretty much is all that AND a bag of chips! (yummm…chips.) Comfortable and curve-friendly, this dress is hot, here, and RAWRing to go! Red lippy and a willingness to break hearts strongly recommended.

Finally, the words “busty” and “buttondown” are almost always mutually exclusive, but once again vive la femme’s got the magic touch for those with the screaming cleavage! Behold the new chiffon buttondown blouse in a rich amethyst. Designed to fit flush to the front, this blouse has oodles of professional appeal without sacrificing any girly charm. Pair with a simple tank underlay and a basic bottom for a chest-friendly look.

The Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique at 2031 N Damen is pleased to announce a partnership with a new line of jewelry, Paoo! Paoo’s vision and belief is that through jewelry, we have the power to express our personality, feel beautiful, confident and acknowledge our shining moments.

And to celebrate the launch of this fabulous line, we are announcing a great new promotion, Sparkles and Skips! Paoo’s one-of-a-kind earrings are all priced at $49, and Kathryn Kerrigan’s signature ballet flats are $99. Buy a pair of earrings AND a pair of shoes for only $129!

Behold some of our gorgeous suggestions: blue flats with azure stones, croc flats with amber detailing, and bronze earrings with a white/gold story! Want more information about Paoo? Check ‘em out at www.paoo.biz. Want to see more earrings and shoes? Email us or call us at 773.235.7150 and we will send you more pics!