vive la femme

Hey foxy rockers and bitchin’ kissers! We’ve got a handful of new and pretty things. Without further ado…

Weather like this is next to impossible to dress for, because one day it is sweltering and the next is moving rapidly toward fall! Beat the heat and shore up your early fall wardrobe with these grab-and-go dresses in green and purple. Perfect for sunshiney days in late summer, but also a colorful option for early fall with a layering tank and lightweight topper, this ultra-soft dresses have lots of transitional style mileage. This adorable pattern dress can also go the distance with flat sandals for the weekend, and then an underlay and structured shoes as we head toward September. Finally this little black and white number is all about late summer nightlife and memorable al fresco shindigs!

Amanda from Redskew whipped up some adorable skirt confections that are sure to add lots of professional appeal to a day wardrobe! Check out this chic-yet-neutral denim twill a-line skirt…what CAN’T you wear with this? Put together with a lightweight tee for weekend affairs, and a fitted jacket and clunky/girly shoes will work well for weekday warriors. Finally, this floral print skirt in deep red and purple translates effortlessly to an autumnal wardrobe with a longsleeve tee and black kicks. Yay Redskew! As usual, these are all limited edition so you likes ‘em, come get ‘em.

Like shoes? Got feet size 9 and up? Come visit our new Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique at 2031 N Damen and behold the footwear wonders for sasquatch peds! Here’s our newest shoe, Patti. She’s a black and white stunner sure to add drama and depth to any little black dress. Rawr! We got her in sizes 40-44, so call 773.235.7150 or email chicago@kathrynkerrigan.com should you want to meet her, and perhaps begin a fruitfully fashionable relationship.

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.

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!

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.

The weekend beckons with tons of new shipments and tons of NEW SHOES!

Dresses, dresses, dresses! That’s what we got, baby! Check out this new flutter sleeve style from CenneV in deep smoky wine and bright happy turquoise, as well as a classic tiered sundress in a riotous floral pattern from one of our cheap-n-chic LA labels. Both are super bra-friendly and totally comfortable!

We also have this cutie-pie ruffle from dress from LucieLu which is just precious, as well as this black dropwaist with floral detailing on the neckline!All shoes are from Kathy K, mai oui!

We also have some great new tops, including this superchic sleeveless duster vest in marine blue and juicy boysenberry. So uber-cute with denim! We also snagged a bitchin’ sleeved vest with a street chic sparkle/ tattoo pattern on the back. These are great power pieces with lots of oomph and above all feel like pajamas, which is an excellent combination!

We also unpacked this fabulous professional piece, a front tie blouse that looks awesome with any dressy dark denim or these here sleek black pants. This blouse comes in bright blue or rich berry, travels like a dream, and offers a timelessly stylish silhouette.

Finally, we have a slew o’ skirts! Here’s a naughty nautical number, which goes back to any black tank or tee for a fresh seasonal look. And we have some signature a-line skirts by Amanda from Redskew in wonderful summer colors and patterns! Pop a crisp blouse or cutesy tank with these pieces, slip into some ballet flats, and you are good to go!

Our Kathryn Kerrigan Shoe Boutique is CHOCK FULL of new styles, including a range of exclusive sandals, wedges, and pumps made just for our store! Stop in this weekend and shop latest deliveries, and keep an eye out for Grand Opening events in the near future.