Fall Fashion Week Presented By Elle On HSN

Wanted to post this yesterday, but I totally forgot. This week is Fall Fashion Week on HSN presented by Elle. Lots of cute designer clothing and accessories; some at sale prices. Lines from Tina Knowles, David Rodriguez, Hanky Panky, and so many more will be featured. I was browsing around on HSN.com and found a bunch of fabulous outfits, not to mention some super cute shoes. I told myself I wasn't going to buy any more shoes until after I moved, but I may have to make an exception.

My New Nine West Suit

On Wednesday, my friend and I decided to run over to Macy's in between our classes. I am so glad that we did! We found coupons in the Chicago Sun-Times offering an extra 20% off items to celebrate Macy's version of Fields Days now called the Spring Sale or something like that. I found two unbelievable finds. The first is a gorgeous new Spring trench coat by Kenneth Cole. It's black with almost a metallic like sheen. It's cinched in at the waist thus not requiring a belt. It was on sale as part of the "Brands Never On Sale" promotion and then with the extra 20% off it came to $101.98 with tax. Unbelievable!

But my friends, that was not the best find of the day. While looking at the business suits section I came across a huge area of clearance suits. As I began to browse I was drawn to a chocolate brown suit with detailed pinstripes of the same color only bolder and piping that I am unable to describe. It was by Nine West. I could not believe my luck that it was in my size! I immediately began thinking about the beautiful chocolate Nine West heels that I purchased at Carson's before they closed that would be the perfect match with this suit. But then my high began to drop because I figured there was no way I was going to be able to afford this suit. I slowly began to turn the tag over, not in a rush to ultimately discover the outlandish price. But then, the heavens opened and birds sang...Regular Price: $395...Clearance Price: $79!!! I could not believe it. $79?!?!?! My friend began searching through the racks looking for the same suit in her size. And although there were many, many Nine West suits to choose from at the same Oh My God price, it seems that there was only one chocolate brown with gorgeous pinstripes and piping available in any size. It was my lucky day.

If you are looking for a business suit, you must check out Macy's. They had so many great brands to choose from, and unlike usual clearance deals where they are all ugly and bright green and yellow, these were some of the most stylish suits I have seen. Calvin Klein, Anne Klein, Jones New York, Nine West, and Ralph Lauren are just a few of the brands I found. Professional Grad Students...this is a must for you! Take the opportunity to stock up on affordable suits while you can. Believe me, when you need one they are never on sale!!! If you can't make it to an actual Macy's, check out the sale online. Spring Fashion Sale & Event! Free Shipping with $125 purchase throughout the site. Promo code: SPRINGFS. Offer valid 03.21.07-04.01.07

Dior Exhibit At The Chicago History Museum

Not only am I a make-up and fashion geek, but I am also a history geek. I was so excited to finally get to see the Dior Exhibit at the Chicago History Museum this past week. The exhibit on the legendary Parisian designer Christian Dior highlights his influential 1947 New Look collection. This collection featured clothing with narrow shoulders, nipped waist and emphasised bust. The CHM houses one of the largest costume and textile collections in existence. Since their new renovations (and name change; they used to be the Chicago Historical Society) more of these costumes have been able to be displayed. You may ask what the connection with Dior and Chicago is. All of the dresses on display were owned by Chicago socialites. It also focuses on Dior's relationship with Chicago department stores, namely Marshall Field's. I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed this exhibit. The dresses were absolutely breathtaking. The Dior exhibit runs through May 27, 2007. Click Here for more information. I'm looking forward to what other fashion exhibits will be displayed in the future. The new renovations have included a massive 1300 square foot gallery exclusively for costume and textile exhibits.