vive la femme

Jan

No snow can hold us back from progressive markdown mania, Spring style teasers for $35, and Introducing New Line Perch!

by stephanie

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Greeting Sparkly snowflake! No snow can hold us back from having an awesome winter weekend — we’ve got the best deals, steals, and style for Chicago’s plus size shoppers!

Already jonesing for spring fresh color palette and fun silhouettes? Look no further! A round of spring teasers has rolled in, all priced between $35 and $50 in junior plus sizes.

A girly sparkly cardigan is the perfect antidote to winter woes, and this ruffle-front “2-in-1″ top is a perfect go-to for work-to-weekend options.

And we have no gripes about stripes when it comes to this fun cowl-necked pullover in a soft sweater material.

We LOVE debuting new lines at vive la femme and this label is no exception! Welcome to Perch, a cheap-n-chic range priced at $50 with a look that is dreamy, delightful, and darling!

Rich cream, soft browns, and girly lace abound to create a whimsical story perfect for going back to denim or over dresses.

The sizing range is 12-18, so junior plus gals will thrill to this affordable and adorable spring style story! But wait, there’s more!

Please join vive la femme, violette, Gigi Hill bags, and Kriss Abigail Photography for a Purses & Portraits Party on Thursday, January 26th from 6p to 9p at both shops.

Please join your fellow compatriots of style and shopping for a Winter Chic Shopping and Style Soiree!

Shop both stores for major markdowns! Nab three items for $99 at vive la femme or enjoy a Buy One Get One For $5 at violette.

Purse fiends and handbag lovers will swoon over Gigi Hill’s statement pieces. Check out the latest looks in timeless silhouettes such as totes and clutches from this fresh and fierce line of purses! http://www.gigihillbags.com/tonivanschoyck

Immortalize your visage with Kriss Abigail Photography! $25 gets you a five-minute mini-session for one look with local glamour photographer Kriss Abigail.

Come made up and dressed in your favorite retro-garb or let vive la femme dress you and strike your most seductive pose! Participants will receive one digital image — perfect for Valentine’s Day! http://kriss-abigail.smugmug.com/

Friends and family are of course welcome! RSVP s’il vous plait at vivelafemme@hotmail.com or call 773.235.7150

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We’d like to introduce…Chic Swaps!

Well, Chicago-based plus-size fashion bloggers, Amber
of Style Plus Curves and Jaye of Curvatude, have partnered with vive la femme clothing boutique and violette shoe salon to create a brand new take on the traditional clothing swap. We'd like to introduce…Chic Swaps!

Crowded free-for-all clothing swaps are usually not…well…chic.

At a Chic Swap event, you'll be able to leisurely peruse a hand-picked selection of swap items, try on the promising pieces, and choose up to 5 to take home with you.

Our events are invite-only (Get on the Invite List!) and are curated by size (currently sizes 12-28, or the equivalent 0X to 4X).

Each event is built around a clothing theme and all swap items will relate to the theme. Also, all potential swap clothes are previewed and selected for style, size, and quality prior to the event.

There will be tasty treats and beverages, and all guests will receive a 20% discount at vive le femme boutique and violette shoe salon during the swap. Oh…and did I mention the goody bag?

Mix and mingle with other full-figured fashionistas, shop the swap while getting pampered, and leave with new-to-you clothing items and several new friends!

Excited yet? Vibrating with anticipation? Wiggling and giggling with delirious glee? Us too! So, without further ado...

Our first event in the 2012 Chic Swaps series is a Sweater Swap on February 19, 2012 at violette shoe salon, located in the heart of Bucktown. Get ready to swap cuddly cardigans and sassy shrugs!

These are invite-only events, tickets are $15, and admission is limited by clothing size.

Visit www.chicswaps.com to add your name to the invite list today. Once you have signed up for the invite list, you will receive an official invitation with specifics about sizing, clothing drop-off, and event attendance.

To ensure a great group of swappers, this event will be capped at 30 participants so be sure to RSVP ASAP! Questions, comments, rants, raves? Send 'em to chicswaps@gmail.comor call violette at 773.235.7150.

Offering the latest looks, trends, and clothing exclusively in plus sizes 12-24 for Chicago’s stylish women of size.

No snow can hold us back from progressive markdown mania, Spring style teasers for $35, and Introducing New Line Perch!

We’d like to introduce…Chic Swaps!

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