vive la femme

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!

Hey summer sassies! The weather is warm, the fest season is picking up, and we are ready to make all your seasonal clothing dreams come true!

First thangs first…TWO THREE FOUR! Calling all savvy shoppers who wear 2x, 3x, and 4x…we are having a major rock-n-roll sale on sizes 20-28! It’s one of our kickass progressive promotions…first item 20% off, next item 30%, next item 40%…all the way to 90%! Check out the items on the sale rack… TONS of stuff from Zen Knits, Comfy, and Kiyonna are ready to get the hell out of here and into your closet! Sale starts this weekend and goes through end of month. Sing it loud and help spread the word!

vive la femme is definitely on a roll with new shipments and this week is no exception! Gals looking to punch up their professional summer wardrobes with love the new summerweight trousers from Kiyonna, shown here in chocolate with a new twistfront tee in a gorgeous jade green. A perfect combination of silhouettes and details, this ensemble can make all sorts of magic happen with creative accessories and fabulous shoes.

We also unpacked a fantastic shipment from Comfy in their featherlight crinkle fabric! This is the softest, most comfortable material EVAR and basically feels like pajamas. And if clothes feel like pajamas, then you will wear them! Here I am showcasing three of our new styles, a topper vest, the long sleeve underlay tee, and the a-line swish skirt. We also received an actual tee shirt with shorter sleeves for more seasonal options, and the color palette focuses on violet, kiwi, and mocha.

Got a bachelorette party or need a little something new for an upcoming vacation? Then check out this retro-chic tunic dress with split sleeves for an edgy nightlife look! I popped it with a thick belt for more structure around the waist and slapped on some sleek heels. I basically felt like a voluptuous badass superheroine. I highly recommend this feeling.

To wrap it up, the Kathryn Kerrigan shoe boutique is open all weekend and we are featuring three new ballet flats! We got raspberry! We got leopard print! And we got butterflies! We also have a TON of styles in sizes 12 though 15 already majorly marked down so if you wear these sizes, then please come in and stock up on great shoes! Stop by 2031 N Damen or give us a ring at 773.235.7150.

Well hello. I bet you are wondering about the Kathryn Kerrigan shoe boutique that we are opening? Here’s the latest…rumor has it the first round of shoes will be here next week and if all goes well, we will be open on Memorial Day weekend! More information to come…when it comes.

Meanwhile, check out these darling shipments at vive la femme!

I have utterly fallen in love with this yellow frock from igigi! It’s so retro, so ladylike, and, even better, so COMFORTABLE! Made from a silky viscose and fully lined, this wrappy frock is all about the beach party, casual wedding, or fancy brunch! A dusty gold popped with a purple, orange, and white floral print, this piece is looking best on taller gals with a balanced frame (or, as Amanda once described me, those having a "long ass"). Currently we have this design in 0x-3x, and it is running true. I am totally going to find a white flower for my hair!

Next up is a dead sexy stretch denim dress from Maggy London! Fabulous, foxy, and fierce, the open neckline is trimmed with badass zipper. Yes, ZIPPERS. Very The Runaways-meets-Mad Men, and what’s wrong with that? Definitely a piece for those with maximum style wattage and a killer collection of shoes and purses! If this is YOU, then call or email. Sizes are 16-22 and running fitted.

Finally, hello handmade flower power! Amanda models her own design now available at vive la femme in this fleur-tastic white/ red/ purple pattern! Paired perfectly with one of our chic-n-cheap cardigans for a polished and professional pop of color, this skirt also works with a white tank or tee and a jean jacket for even more street chic style mileage. Made right here at vive la femme, we currently have these limited edition skirts in 0x to 2x.

Hey groovy gals and adorable angels! We have been busy bees unpacking a slew of new options for your spring wardrobes! Without further ado…let’s do it!

It’s a green scene with a twist of peony pink with our newest Karen Kane shipment! Behold this fantastic a-line dress in a fresh and fun frond pattern in shades of green with a pop of pink. Amanda took this right of the box, and I am sure you can see why! Here is a blouson top in clean white with cute flower cutouts in green and pink. The top is a bit sheer, so Amanda has layered a white tank underneath for a bit more coverage. Then, here is the bestest spring sweater in a clean clear grass green for the ultimate in seasonal color indulgence! And be sure to check out the denim capris for a neutral, bootie-friendly spring bottom! Finally, tank lovers will appreciate this tiered underlay with subtle sparkles for a nice nod to mod.

Junior plus shoppers will love our latest round of easy overlays in both neutral and *pop* colors! Here is the ubercomfy hoodie as modeled by the Martha Graham-inspired Amanda! These are running on a more fitted grade, so those with smaller tops or are short-torsoed will thrill to this piece. And here is a sweet little button-down cardy in a deep teal that can be worn button at the top as shown here, buttoned all the way down, or just tossed on and left open for a lightweight layering option. It also comes in a bunch of other colors including a bright poppy red! Both of these pieces are only $35, so call if you want more information about sizing and colors.

Who likes flowers and swirls? If you do, then you are in luck! Revel in these adorable babydoll dresses from vive la femme fave Zen Knits in timelessly stylish colorways and patterns! Toss on some leggings and ballet flats, and you, my dear, are dressed! Be skirt flirt in the newest Zen Knits silhouette, an easy skirt with sweet swish pleating along the hemline! Paired with any black top, it’s an instant shot of seasonal chic. And here is another new shape, the ultimate maxidress perfect for tall gals who like the option of a year-round dress. Wear it with a spring shruggie and flipflops for a warm weather outfit, or boots and a jean jacket further into the year.

To wrap it up, here is a structured mediumweight dress with lots of work-to-weekend mileage! Here I am in a seventies-inspired feather pattern that makes me feel like an awesome yoga teacher circa 1978! And here is the same dress in a gold/ orange/ turquoise pattern that is perfect for those who like to wear bright shades of juicy summer color! Are you a Spider from Mars? Ziggy Stardust would love this retro-rad babydoll with the MTV stripe for the ultimate in gothic glam. And to wrap all of this up, slip into this ruched-front tee for a simple top to pop any denim bottom .

Mark your calendars! We are about two weeks to the opening of our Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique! Stay tuned over the next few weeks for specific details and a VIP event.

Meanwhile, please join us on May 15 as we welcome Merra Kerr, creator of Big Yoga! Interested in Yoga, but afraid you can’t do it? Won’t fit in? Forget the images you’ve seen in the media of super-slender people doing extreme Yoga poses, in tight outfits! Big Yoga is a gentle Yoga practice that can be adapted for any body type. Visit with Yoga expert, Meera Kerr, and have her sign a copy of her new book, Big Yoga: A Simple Guide for Bigger Bodies. You don’t have to be thin to do Yoga! www.bigyogaonline.com.