Gilt Groupe Chicago Bloggers Breakfast

Gilt Groupe graced Chicago with their stylish presence to meet with local bloggers for breakfast today. Yours truly was in the house. The breakfast was held at the luxurious Peninsula Hotel.

The service we received upon arrival was superior. Tasty mimomas were served as Gilt Groupe's staff made it a point to greet each blogger. They were such a personable group of people who put us all at ease.

Alexandra Wilkis Wilson officially welcomed us when we were seated. She gave a brief overview of Gilt Groupe and shared information about Gilt's latest venture, Gilt City, which offers amazing deals on a variety of experiences in several cities. Gilt City Chicago recently launched so be sure to sign up!

Tyler Thoreson of Gilt Man was next to speak. He was impeccably dressed so I see why he heads up the men's division. After Tyler spoke, it was time to eat. I had the french toast which was served with warm caramel syrup. 

I would go back to the Peninsula just for this french toast.

I was at a table with some amazing bloggers so the conversation was quite lively. 



Fellow bloggers

Alexandra Wilkis Wilson and I

This was a great opportunity to meet the faces behind a thriving brand. I have shopped Gilt Groupe since they launched and have been very pleased with all my purchases. Anytime I can get designer items at nearly 80% off, I'm a happy camper. If you have yet to sign up for Gilt Groupe, what are you waiting for? Click here ----> Gilt Groupe

A special thank you to Skirt PR for the invite!!!

Happy Shopping!!

My Latest Forever 21 Haul

I indulged in a little online retail therapy yesterday from Forever 21 aka my favorite place to shop. I love F21 because I always find affordable cute items for work and play.
Pictures of what I ordered (Can't wait till everything arrives!!!)

Asymetric Tunic in Navy & White (I have a great floral scarf to pair with this top)

Bell Sleeve Trench (I got it in khaki & it's marked down to $9.99!!!!)

Cabana Dress (I'm thinking this will look great with a pair of flat gold sandals)

Floral Linen Blazer (My friend said this jacket is ugly. I think it's adorable & that's all that matters.)

Lavendar Taffeta Skirt

A Life of Style: Catch Boutique

CATCH BOUTIQUE LAUNCHES AN INTERACTIVE STYLING & SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Online retailer introduces a new generation of shopping

Los Angeles, CA – (April 21, 2009) – Ever wish you could shop inside a professional stylist’s closet or receive the personal attention of a brick and mortar store while shopping online? Well look no further, on Thursday, April 30th, international stylist, designer and buying team, Natalie Howell and Matthew Stephenson will be giving a new competitive edge to the online shopping arena with the launch of retailer Catch Boutique, http://www.catchboutique.com/.

Catch Boutique will bring fashionistas a shopping experience that will leave them feeling like VIPs with just a click of their mouse. This interactive online boutique will feature free styling services and video chat capabilities with the owner and her team of stylists. Catch Boutique will also feature fashion, style and beauty tips from the industries’ top experts, trend newsletters updating the fashion addicts with the most up-to-date information on the boutique, designers and special offers. This Los Angeles and London based style-conscious duo will also offer exclusive services to LA residents giving them the opportunity to schedule closet makeovers, styling recommendations and advice on how to re-fill their closets, emergency wardrobe assistance, personal styling sessions, and styling for special events.

Catch Boutique will carry a range of styles from boho to vintage to chic couture from clothing lines including Kova & T, Black Halo, LnA, Mike and Chris, House of Harlow, CC Skye, Laila Azhar, Rachel Gilbert, Jenny Han, Myne, Kay Park, Grace Sun, Jay Godfrey, and Grai. Over the next several months, Catch Boutique will also introduce international labels to the US market. Catch Boutique will also feature their own private label, Twenty-Two Vintage by Catch, a customized line from hand-picked rare designer clothing and jewelry from Los Angeles , New York , Paris , and London .

“I’m so excited to bring my passion for designing, fashion, and styling to an online boutique giving me an outlet to help and guide fashionistas everywhere to look and feel fabulous all the time,” says owner/stylist Natalie Howell. “This is a life-long dream come true.”

For further information please visit http://www.catchboutique.com/