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Have A Great Thanksgiving Holiday From Second City Style!

 

Second City Style wishes you a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are taking it easy with posts on the blog for the rest of today and tomorrow. (We have to shop on Black Friday!) Check out our Black Friday Shopping Guide and enjoy your weekend.

Jimmy Choo Mable Feather-Adorned Biker Sandals $1295

Making Holidays More Comfortable

Every year my friends throw an ugly holiday sweater party night where everyone shows up dressed in the most vile holiday-themed concoction they can come up with. Each year there's a prize for most hideous sweater and last year I was determined to take home the gold. After weeks of searching through thrift store bins, novelty stores, and the closets of every elderly female relative I have, I finally hit the jackpot with my Aunt Edna's vintage stash. The sweater, if you could call it that, was a mess of bows, sequins, and fringe that was literally a dizzying, holiday-themed assault on the eyes. It was perfect. As I prepared to leave with my bounty, Aunt Edna mentioned that she was having her own holiday party with her neighbor, Carol, and I immediately perked up. I had been crushing on Carol's grandson since were practically in diapers and any mention of him made me lose all train of thought. I pictured his big brown eyes and wavy hair as my Aunt babbled on about her party. I snapped out of it to see her staring at me and quickly said, "Sure, no problem Aunt Edna. I'll be there. Thanks for the sweater!" And ran out the door.

The next weekend I was crimped and ribboned and ready for my big debut. The sweater weighed twice as much as any garment should, and I had to struggle with my coat to fit all the baubles inside. As soon as I go to the party everyone freaked out about my sweater. People laughed, and slapped me high five, and stared down at their own measly versions. I settled in, beaming, and waited for the announcement of the prize. I was having such a good time time passed quickly. When I finally looked at my phone to check the time, I saw that I had ten missed calls from my Aunt Edna. I suddenly felt horrible, afraid that the worst had happened and I had been unable to be reached. I ran outside and called her back immediately. She picked up on the first ring. "Aunt Edna! Are you alright?" I could tell immediately that not only was she alright, there were sounds of party noises in the background. Her party was the same night! "I'm fine. Are you coming now? We've missed you. Carol's grandson asked where you were." I froze. In my daydream state I must have promised my aunt I would have been at the party ages ago. I had to leave and I was too far from home to go change. This. Was. Not. Happening.

With a pit in my stomach I mumbled good bye to all my shocked friends and told them to save me my well-deserved prize. I drove to to aunt's house completely numb. Here I was, decked out to the nines in the ugliest sweater ever made, my hair teased and crimped, and the love of my life waiting to get the biggest laugh of his lifetime. Any small chance I ever had with him was gone. And in my melodramatic state, I pictured myself on my death bed, alone and loveless, with nothing to cling to in my final moments but the horrible sweater I now wore. I trudged up to my aunt's door and heard the laughter and clinking of glasses inside. I caught a glimpse of many well-dressed people milling about inside. How would I possibly live this down? I was just turning away from the door to further psych myself up when I heard my name.

I whirled around and there was my crush: smiling, eyes shining, beautiful - and wearing a hideously ugly Christmas sweater. It took me a second to register and when my eyes darted rapidly from his face to his chest, he started to laugh. It turns out he had been trying to sneak out and change before I showed up because he was mortified by his outfit, an early Christmas present from his grandmother that she had asked him to wear. If there was a sweater that existed that was uglier than mine, his was definitely it. We stood on the porch and laughed at our similarly humiliating situation ("At least yours is supposed to be ugly!" he said.) And then we spent the rest of the evening, as well as the next few years, happily and comfortably together.

—Alia Rajput

Macy's “BELIEVE” Campaign Promotes The Holiday Spirit. Enter Our Macy's Gift Card Giveaway!

 

Macy’s BELIEVE campaign which builds on the great success of last year’s holiday effort to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. This year, Macy’s is adding to the spirit of “Believe” with a national Santa Tour, an honorary National Believe Day, a “Yes, Virginia” animated special, and a new TV commercial featuring Queen Latifah.

The nostalgic holiday campaign was inspired by the New York Sun’s famous “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus” editorial from 1897 and includes letter-writing “Believe Stations” in Macy’s stores across the country. For each letter received, Macy’s will donate $1 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, up to $1 million.

Macy’s “The Trek” TV Commercial – The new national television spot called “The Trek” features Virginia making the trip from her home to Macy’s, where Queen Latifah helps her mail her letter to Santa.

Macy’s National Santa Tour - Following his celebratory kickoff of the holiday season in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Santa will embark on a whirlwind tour across America, greeting young boys and girls and spreading holiday joy.
 
National Believe Day / “Yes, Virginia” Animated Special – On Friday, December 11th, Macy’s will celebrate the first National Believe Day to recognize and reward acts of kindness and generosity from coast to coast. Also that day, CBS will premiere a new original animated special called, “Yes, Virginia.” on Friday, December 11, at 8 p.m. ET.
 
Find out more about Macy's BELIEVE Campaign!

Just in time for the Holidays! Enter to win a $50 Macy's Gift Card. Leave the message "I believe!" under comments on this post. Don't forget your email so we can contact you if you win! Your email address will not be published. Two winners will be randomly picked. Sign up from November 25, 2009 through Wednesday December 2, 2009.

Have A Wonderful Halloween Weekend!

 

Happy Halloween from Second City Style and Liam Alexander Waters (Lauren's brand new baby).

Holiday. Happy Columbus Day From Second City Style Blog

 

We're taking the day off today to explore our favorite fashions. Second City Style Blog will be back and reporting tomorrow, Tuesday October 13th.

Foley + Corinna Military Sweater Poncho, $325

Labor Day Holiday. Second City Style Blog Takes a Break!

Second City Style blog is taking the day off! We will be back tomorrow!

pictured above:
A.L.C. Scarf Tunic Dress  sale $147.50
A.L.C. Grecian Bubble Dress $495.00
Velvet Telsa Winter Slub Top $77.00

Summer Vacation. Second City Style Blog Will Take A Break

 

All season long we've been covering summer fashion, summer trends, summer beauty, summer sales, how to pack for your summer vacation... Wait a minute!

Summer is almost over and and we need to take a vacation, too! So starting tomorrow August 5th - we are outta here!!! We'll be back in a week. The magazine will be running, there will still be some blog posts (we just can't help it) but it will be light. We need a break and hope you are enjoying your summer, too. We will come back ready to dive into fall fashion!

See you next week!
Second City Style Blog

Second City Style Wishes You A Sparkling 4th of July Weekend!

Have a great holiday weekend. Second City Style will be taking it easy today but will be back on Monday!

RED: Marc by Marc Jacobs Stars Open Toe Pump $346.50 Sale
WHITE: EDUN Grass Collar Ainsley V Neck Dress $160
BLUE: Rebecca Taylor Starry Top $195

Happy Memorial Day From Second City Style

 
RED Castañer Tita Platform Espadrille $315, WHITE Miu Miu Patent Square Tote Was $1,995 Now $1,197, BLUE Michael Kors Silk Georgette Kaftan $310

Valentine's Gift Guide. Love is in the air...

Love is in the air…or maybe it’s not.

Whether you are stuck on what to get your honey, or you are just trying to survive the international day of love, there are a few Valentine-friendly options that will make anyone smile!

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Pleated trench coat $755

There is always a need for an unbelievable trench. Maybe you need a new outfit for your big Valentine’s celebration, maybe you got a promotion at work, or just maybe you have good taste. 

 

David Yurman Pearl & Diamond Silver Earrings $495

A staple for any woman’s wardrobe is a nice set of pearl earrings.

 

Marc by Marc Jacobs Jorie Industrial Link Watch $200

Sensible, timeless, and thoughtful—a watch is something that is looked at multiple times a day. It is practical and beautiful. If you want something a bit more snazzy, look for a nice dress watch to be worn on fancy occasions.

   

Philosophy's A Diet You Can Live With $30 & Benefit's Girl's Night In!! $48

If a girl is prepping for a big night out or a big night in, one thing is in common, we need products! This is one gift idea with which you can’t go wrong.

 

Hanky Panky: Long Stem Lovin' Low Rise Thong Bouquet - One Dozen Roses $250

Maybe the most sought after Valentine’s day gift (aside from flowers), lingerie is a sure way to make a person feel sexy. Even if you don’t have an occasion for it, I think every one should have at least one outfit for themselves.

Have a Happy Valentine’s Day, no matter how or with whom you celebrate!

- Jenn Scott