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Manic Monday: Red, White, and Black | February 6, 2012

I love pops of red against a neutral outfit. This white pencil skirt is perfect for Monday morning work attire and the bag is absolutely wonderful for carrying those stacks of papers you’ve been having to read over for weeks. The earrings remind me of a nautical theme, which I adore! It’s the perfect work outfit for the springtime.

Top: The Outnet

Skirt: Stylebop

Purse: Rebecca Minkoff

Earrings: Kate Spade

Shoes: Aldo

What is your favorite nautical-themed piece of clothing?

 

Kaitlin Vocker is the Style and Beauty Editor for Chic Galleria and loving every minute of it. She is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University with a … Read More »


 

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TGIF: Springtime Simplicity | February 3, 2012

Spring is right around the corner and that can only mean one thing: warmer weather. With warmer weather comes brighter, more fun clothing! This top reminds me of a Mexican siesta! It would be perfect for a little Cinco de Mayo fun! The top is bright and eye-catching so keep the accessories simple with these gorgeous wedges and gold jewelry.

 

Top: Alice + Olivia

Jeans: Citizens of Humanity

Watch: Betsey Johnson

Bracelet: ABS by Allen Schwartz

Shoes: Vince Camuto

What are you looking forward to the most in the spring?

 

Kaitlin Vocker is the Style and Beauty Editor for Chic Galleria and loving every minute of it. She is … Read More »


 

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Mojitos and Clothes– LOFT Summer ’12 | February 3, 2012

Sink your toes in the sand and grab a mojito—LOFT has a beach party hitting stores this April.

LOFT presented a bright, ultra fun collection for summer 2012. Great for both lounging at the beach and heading over to your friend’s summer soiree, these casual looks fit the occasion with rio-inspired prints and pops of bold colors mixed and matched along with bohemian accessories. Adorn yourself with chunky bangles and floral belts, sophisticated clutches and beach bags.  Loft has you covered this summer!

The line will be begin hitting stores in April and will have new additions throughout July. A summer to … Read More »


 

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Shop Your Closet: Touch of Pink | February 2, 2012

I know I’ve been on a black and pink kick lately, but I’m all about taking the staples you should always have in your closet and changing them up with a little something new for Spring.  Here I paired my black Tory Burch Eddie flats, a black and white striped sweater and black skinny jeans with a skinny pink belt. The belt was less than $15 and what a change it made to this outfit! I once heard Tory Burch say that the Eddie was her “go to” shoe when she had to do a lot of running around New … Read More »


 

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Chic Street Style: The School Run Fashionista | February 1, 2012

According to a recent poll conducted by Debenhams, six in ten moms feel pressure to dress to impress whilst doing the school run. More than 1/3 wear  heels when they are walking/driving their little ones to school. On average,  they spend one hour and 15 minutes getting ready to drop the kids off. Why is the school run now a fashion event?

I have a three-year old, and  have just started doing the school run, I take my little one to nursery three times a  week. I started off going in jeans and flat shoes – it’s quite a walk and … Read More »


 

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Trendy Tuesday: Work Chic | January 31, 2012

Tuesday always calls for being a trendy Wendy after starting off your week. Wide leg trousers will always do the trick in the office and why not crimson? If your co-workers do get a peak of your heels, wear your Louboutin Leather Pumps then, pair with a button down blouse, throw on your Kate Spade bangles, and carry all that is necessary in your Balenciaga bag. You’ll definitely be turning heads at the office and have a wonderful work week.

Rithanie Gonzales is an intern for Chic Galleria. She is a senior at the University of Washington, majoring in English Lit. … Read More »


 

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Manic Monday: Ready for Spring | January 30, 2012

If you’re tired of the snow and chilly weather like I am, let’s just take a second and picture Spring. This spring we’re bringing polka dots back with this Micheal Kors Silk Polka Dot dress and pairing them with your favorite denim jacket like Seven for All Mankind’s Pale Blue Jean Jacket. Add a pop of color by carrying a colored wallet like Proenza Schouler Pochette Leather in Neon Coral. To add some feminine touches Marc by Marc Jacobs has some fabulous jewelry like these Cut Out Daisy Studs and his signature ring. Finally, stand tall and put on these … Read More »


 

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Beth Anderson
 
 
 
 

Chic Street Style: The Soul Mate Myth | January 25, 2012

The unseasonably warm weather this January certainly has enticed me to venture outside more and soak up the sunshine.

I’ve been dealing with the issue of dating and believe me – at my age – it isn’t easy.  I admit that I’m an extremely busy woman and my business often takes precedence over my personal life.  It just seems that most men over 50 are looking for a woman half my age or someone to help them juggle their own hectic lives.  I often think about throwing in the towel and just becoming comfortable at home on Friday night flipping channels. … Read More »


 

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Tailored Tuesday: Feminine Red, Gold, and Black | January 24, 2012

Tuesdays are always when the week hasn’t quite started to look up but yet it just isn’t half as bad as the day before was. I love this outfit because it’s nice enough for work yet feminine enough to keep your spirits up!

The pants are gorgeous and the tailored cuffs make them wearable with almost any kind of shoe. I love this top because it’s the perfect combination of warm to cool to keep you feeling comfortable on those in-between icky days! Accentuate this outfit with ultra-feminine black and gold accessories and some glittered ballerina flats and you’ve got yourself the … Read More »


 

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Beth Anderson
 
 
 
 

Shop Your Closet: Houndstooth | January 19, 2012

MUST HAVE staples in your closet are black tights, black booties, black opaque tights and a black cardigan.  Electric pink is all the rage this Spring.  It’s easy to give some punch to your black staples with a pop of electric pink!  I’m pretty sure it will brighten your mood too. I paired these with a black houndstooth skirt I had in my closet from LOFT.

Similar Black Houndstooth Skirt

Any solid black tights will work.  Mine happen to be Betsey Johnson tights.

My black booties are Clarks.

I’m still in search of the perfect pink tank.  I found a few I am considering:

Sugarlips, … Read More »


 

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Beth Anderson
 
 
 
 

Chic in the Cold | January 18, 2012

There is nothing more essential than a cute hat during the cold months!  Forget the proverbial “hat hair” or even the “bad hair day”.  These are both easily solved with a CHIC hat!  Now for some silly hat comments:

“Here’s your hat. What’s your hurry?”

“Wear a hat because all the heat in your body escapes through your head.”

“I take my hat off to you!”

“She changes her mind at the drop of a hat.”

I’m a multi-takers to I’m always “wearing many hats”.

Do you know any other hat sayings?

 

Birdie Hat, courtesy of Krimson Klover; Thrive! lipstick $17, courtesy of Ramy Beauty Therapy.

Model: Clara … Read More »


 

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Apparel Therapy Online: Your Online Stylist Resource | January 16, 2012

Are you ready for your next fancy dinner event? The office party? Or maybe you just want to make getting dressed every morning simple and stylish. Is your closet full of clothes and you have no idea what to wear?

Apparel Therapy Online has the answer for you!

 Just like fashionable celebrities, we could all use a little professional styling now and then – advice that will help our wardrobes feel fresh, new and exciting! But high cost and accessibility of professional stylists make personal styling services and wardrobe consulting something we all dream of, but hardly ever pursue.

Apparel Therapy aims … Read More »


 

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Beth Anderson
 
 
 
 

Manic Monday: Simply Chic | January 16, 2012

This morning I’m not running late, but I’m still not in the mood to spend a lot of time standing in my closet.  A simply chic, ‘go to” Monday outfit is black skinny jeans, Tory Birch flats, a fun striped tee, a pop of color with a scarf and your trusty black leather jacket. Grab a ‘skinny latte” and you’re ready for any Manic Monday!

Check out other Monday outfits here.

Do you have any tips for how to start off your Monday with a bang?

 

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LadyUmbrella Tees Fuse Fashion and Art | January 16, 2012

“One of my favorite things about Twitter is finding new information about businesses and designers.  Awhile back, I was introduced on Twitter to LadyUmbrella.  I immediately fell in love with their creative website and graphic tees.  I personally bought the bright blue tee, LadyUmbrella Is Away With The Birds and I love it because it has personality!” – Beth Anderson, Editor in Chief, Chic Galleria.

LadyUmbrella has an exciting range of ladies t-shirts from Spanish designer, Elena Montes Casado.  Elena truly fuses fashion and art. LadyUmbrella is based in Dublin, Ireland, but is happy to ship their women’s t-shirts and tote … Read More »


 

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Hit the Slopes in Style with Alp-N-Rock | January 11, 2012

Hitting the slopes is no excuse to look drab. Sure, you might get a little damp from the snow but that does not mean that it’s impossible to look great while skiing!

Meet Alp-n-Rock, where European luxury is made for real people and skiwear designs don’t simply consist of plain black and white. As a California-based company devoted to creating styles that are not only durable and athletic but trendy and glamorous, Alp-n-Rock gives you the best of both worlds. Outfitting men, women, and girls in sleek ensembles, their first line of clothing was launched in 2008 and they have never … Read More »