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Nikia Jefferson is the woman behind the fashion blog ChiTown Fashionista and has always had an affinity for shoes and shopping, in general. Spending several months living and working in London – which enabled her to frequent the local markets and travel to Italy and France – heightened her love for fashion. During this time, she was introduced to several local designers and realized they needed a platform to gain exposure. Upon her return to Chicago, Nikia created ChiTown Fashionista.
In addition to addressing fashion trends and her latest obsessions, Nikia promotes the remarkable, yet underexposed, local shops and designers she encounters in Chicago and beyond. Deemed as 'the enabler of fashion consumption', Nikia works to captivate the hearts of fellow shopaholics by featuring discounted designer items and the unique treasures found during her shopping adventures and trips to the local markets. These features make ChiTown Fashionista the central online destination for Chicago residents and visitors who seek to combine their love of fashion with a desire to experience and embrace local talent and one of a kind designs.
New York Fashion Week is on and many Chicagoans are in the Big Apple attending runway shows and taking note of the latest trends. I caught up with some of my favorite and most stylish locals to see what items help them endure the chaos. Then, I included where in Chicago you can find these essentials. Not only will they help you survive Fashion Week, but they will also get you through any week in this concrete jungle we call Chi-Town.
Oak Street is home to many of our most beloved (and sometimes most expensive) stores. And several of them are participating in the Oak Street
Shoppers, the Choosie Awards did not forget about you. Retailers and high-end designers seem to be having a love affair with Chicago as of late - and of course we don't blame them. Here are the shops that will have you emptying your wallets and smashing the piggy bank in 2013.
The holiday shopping season is in full swing. And if you are like me and did not use Black Friday as the day to shop for everyone on your list, your procrastination shall be rewarded. Over the next couple of weeks, there will be several opportunities to purchase unique, one-of-a-kind items all while supporting independent businesses and emerging designers. So, check those credit card limits and start transferring money across accounts because these holiday markets will have you
Luxury Garage Sale's new storefront
It's that time of the year again! After a day of thanks, which includes stuffing our faces with good food and enjoying great company, we prepare ourselves to partake in the biggest shopping day of the year: Black Friday.
After a long hiatus, Timberland has made its way back to The Magnificent Mile and will provide a bit of environmental awareness to the city's most prominent shopping district. Known most for its rugged, waterproof boots, Timberland is seeking to give customers a more diverse offering of merchandise at the new Chicago location.
New York Fashion Week starts on September 6 and there are several Chicagoans heading to the Big Apple to soak it all in. From runway show coverage and party-hopping to people watching and live tweeting, these local media stars will have you enjoying all that is Fashion Week from the comfort of your own home.
Fashion's Night Out (FNO) is a global celebration of fashion and retail. Chicago is getting in on the action next Thursday, September 6 and with an overwhelming amount of events to attend, here are my top picks for where the best shopping and most fun will be had.
The little blue box.
For women, it is a symbol of all things pretty and opulent. For men, it is the ultimate "get out of the dog house" card.
Ever since the inaugural The Magnificent Mile Shopping Festival last year, locals and visitors now look to August as THE month to jump start their Fall shopping.
