Lollapalooza.
We are going to turn this, our favorite festival, upside down.
Corresponding for Lucky, we're going to be staking out the best festival looks, talking to your favorite performers and attending all the best parties.
We've featured quite a few of the Lolla artists on our THC in Your Head mixes and we can't wait to get their take on style.
SO: What are you going to wear?
See you there.
XX April
So Daphne Guinness, the patron saint of The Haute Closet, is being an angel again, having scooped up the entire estate of the late Isabella Blow, the inimitable fashion luminary, daring hat-wearer and discoverer of the dearly departed Alexander McQueen. You can read about the major fashion acquisition here. Major love and thanks to Daphne for saving the treasure.
And! In other news, The Haute Closet is proudly hosting the event at the GUESS Michigan Avenue flagship tomorrow. 500 fashion lovers, cocktails, GUESS and Lucky Mag there to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, a mission possible organization very near and dear to our hearts. An organization that, you never know, is probably helping out a future fashion designer right now. So come out, make a purchase, donate and feel good about some fun summer accessories or swishy dresses - and, of course, GUESS denim - to wear around town, on a hot date, or at our favorite Chicago event: Lollapalooza.
What, you haven't already planned your Lolla wardrobe? You better: We'll be seeking style-setters on the festival grounds, photographing and interviewing those whose style we love for Lucky Mag and Lucky Online.
Come to GUESS tomorrow 7- 9 and get some
style advice from The Haute Closet, a mini-makeover and a photograph of you in your favorite GUESS look. You can rock it. Just wait 'til you see our outfit.
♥ April
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
The Blood Sucked Out Of Our Fave S/S 10 Look
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We never say this, but: girl's outfit was worn SO much better on the runway, as demonstrated in the above right. Are we right or are we right?! Perfect in its elegance, utility and spunk. The perfect uniform.
So ... rock it or drop it, K-Stew!
Nobody likes a bad attitude in Proenza Schouler. No exception for you.
ALT in the Second City
His High Fierceness Hits Chi's New Paris
So, the DNC helps get Obama elected and Chicago reaps a few benefits. Numero Uno: André Leon Tally coming to tea at the Elysian. Yes. Yes. Yes, the man who interfaces with Anna Wintour on a daily basis is coming to schmooze on style here on Thursday, Nov 5th.
Nick Cave, Chairman of the Fashion Department at the Art Institute, will also be in attendance. Truly, this is the ticket of the season. Perhaps of the year, at least here in Chicago. It may be pricey, and you may be Republican or Apathetic, but, hey, this is fashion's finest.
photo via nymag
No More Wire Hangers!
How to Kindly Keep Your Clothing
If I've been in your closet you know that there's only one instance in which I'll let a wire hanger fly - when it's holding up a carefully dry-cleaned, button-down, collared shirt.
Otherwise, no.
When you invest good money in your clothing, it pays to take good care of those investments. They'll last a lot longer if they're treated with love and love, good friends, doesn't know any wire hangers.
Below are the best hanger solutions available. If it's not below, it's probably no good.
Behold:
The Jeans Hanger
Won't get bent out of shape - perfect for pants and casual jackets.
The Everything Hanger
If it's strappy, it'll stay put. If it's precious, these won't stretch it.
The Clip Hanger
Just say no to those pancake hangers. These are much more reliable.
The Space Saver Hanger
If you don't have a lot of space, camis, tops, and pants love these huggable hangers.
The Blazer/Suit Hanger
Clothes love cedar and these keep suits together and jackets in good shape.
The Coat Hanger
If you've spent money on a nice leather or wool coat, add one of these to your purchase. It'll add years to the life of the coat.
All of the above can be purchased at Bed Bath and Beyond at better prices than you'll find elsewhere. This is true, as I am a hanger hound as well as a Target devotee.
Your closet will be much more pleasant after giving it a hanger makeover. I promise.
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