Shopchantal Stylefile

It’s crazy when you look at your closet and you see one designer that fills every girly – girl fashion need you can imagine.  For me, that designer is Rebecca Taylor.

Rebecca Taylor Rolled Sleeve Blouse

This Spring, Rebecca has done it again.  She has created a collection that not only answers our dreams for ruffles and longer lengths, but she has also fulfilled our desire for prints.

Bluebird prints on guaze, python prints on CDC and a mix of Zebra with Leopard on Jersey; these are the newest pieces and already they are catching the eyes of many.

We think this Rolled sleeve blouse is the perfect complement to a pair of Spring must- have flare jeans from Genetic Denim.  Pair this with a gorgeous Follis Laced Julia bag worn cross-body style, of coarse, add a pair of flatforms and you are ready to go.  Chantal would add a her signature fedora hat in denim to complete her look.  What would you add? A statement necklace? or maybe a bold Tre ring?  We like both of these ideas.

If you are looking to add some animal instincts to your Spring wardrobe, we think the Ruched T Dress is a really fun way to wear the trend. Pair with some tall boots from Joie and a chunky knit sweater for a fun transition outfit.  We love the bright pink stitch detail on this dress; adding a pop of color in a super, subtle way is so unexpected and fun. 

Want to try the longer length dress this Spring? We do and this Faux Wrap dress in a taupe python print is exactly what we want. With a gorgeous ruffle detail at the neckline and hem, we see pairing this dress with some Pour la Victoire pumps and an Elizabeth and James blazer for a more playful way to wear the ladylike trend and a great work outfit.

See our full collection of Rebecca Taylor and all our designers at shopchantal.com or at our store at 229 Commercial Street, Portland Maine.

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Kim Kardashian wearing DL1961

Kim Kardashian’s fashion is always in the spotlight and for good reason. She is not afraid to show off her best features and she always chooses quality designers.  This is the first we’ve seen Kim in the DL1961 brand and she looks amazing.

Kim is wearing the DL1961 Emma Legging in Onyx.  This style is an ankle version of the best selling DL1961 Nicole Legging in Onyx. If you haven’t yet tried DL1961, it should be the next pair on your list. Made using patented cross-weave XFIT technology that adapts to your unique body shape to give custom fit and comfort. DL1961 4-Way Stretch Jeans will not Sag, Bag, or Lose Shape.

We understand Kim wanting an ankle length denim, she’s only 5’2″ tall, but also take a look at those gorgeous heels. We would want to show those off too.

The Nicole is a longer length legging, giving the opportunity to hem the denim to the perfect length for whatever shoe or boot you want to show off.

Check out the Nicole Legging in Onyx at shopchantal.com or chantal. at 229 Commercial Street, Portland, Maine.

See more images of Kim rocking her Dl1961′s in this week’s USWeekly and iNTOUCH WEEKLY.

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Spend a little, get a lot. Spend a lot, get a lot more!  We love these types of events and are excited to offer this one just as new Spring arrivals are hitting our store floor and website.

DL1961 Denim

Take advantage of the new pieces from Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, Joie, Soft Joie, Pencey, Streets Ahead and so much more.

And, the best thing about our Stock Up On Style promotion is that you can choose from new items, the best denim selection  from Genetic, DL1961, Blank NYC and even all our items on Sale are included in this amazing savings event. We have some amazing deals in our Sale section from Shoshanna, Elizabeth and James, Rebecca Taylor and many more fabulous designers.

This sale ends March 13 and please note, ALL SALES ARE FINAL. 

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Follis Julia Bag in Vachetta and in Black

The winner of InStyle’s 2010 Independent Handbag Designer Award, Follis NY,  is shipping this week. Although this complete delivery is pre-ordered and sold out, it’s not too late. You can still get this gorgeous, coveted bag for a March delivery.

We have the Vachetta leather (seen left above) and the Stingray Leather available on shopchantal.com. 

The Julia bag is the perfect way to wear the Ladylike trend of the upcoming season.  This bag has a structured body in the most luscious leathers - making it fun to pair with a beautiful suit as well as wide leg denim and a button up blouse.

We have big plans for wearing the Vachetta Leather Julia bag with our floral dresses this Spring. Paired with a beauiful nude sandal (or flatform, perhaps) and probably a belt, this handbag is going to be the ultimate finishing touch. The Stingray will be a wonderful, edgy complement to the blush tones of the season.

Pre Order your Follis Julia bag here.  And start planning your wardrobe.

*Please note: coupon codes or promo codes are NOT allowed on pre-orders.

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Kain Label Shoulder Insert Tee in Cayenne

Kain Label tees are adored by celebs. And, we think they are amazing as well.

The combination of silk and modal makes for the perfect, drapey top wearable with a skirt and blazer for

Audrina Patridge in Kain Label Bell Sleeve Tee

work or with denim for a more casual look. Layer the long sleeve under our faux fur or cropped sweaters this spring for a great transition look.

Check out the great selection of Long Sleeve, Bell Sleeve, V-necks and more. The best part — they are now all on sale.

But don’t wait to get your pick. Kain Label devotees are always on the look out for a sale and they will pounce fast.

Shop at chantal. at 229 Commercial Street or online at shopchantal.com for a full selection of Kain Label colors and styles.

Kain Label tees are now 30% off. Don’t miss out on a rare sale on this amazing designer.

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Ashley Tinsdale in Genetic Denim

We love this entire look on Ashley Tisdale: the boots, the jacket, the scarf and the amazing Genetic Denim Shane Skinny Jean in Slink. Of course, the puppy is totally adorable too.

We have the Slink wash available and absolutely recommend it for a new Spring Skinny because it is a lighterweight denim, but a darker wash. This is a great combo for a skinny for the upcoming season. Wear it like Ashley with a pair of tough boots and a big scarf.

For those of you not totally familiar with Genetic Denim, they are a celebrity favorite and a favorite at shopchantal too. We call Genetic “the softest jeans in the industry” because they are so unbelievably soft. You have to try them and feel them to believe it.

The Shane is a always a number one seller, but we also carry the popular Kelly Bell Bottom (so right on trend for Spring/Summer ’11) and the Riley bootcut – which is the number one bootcut in the store.

The Twig is another skinny option,but in a higher rise. Seen here on Jennifer Garner.

Stop by chantal. at 229 Commercial Street or shop online at shopchantal.com for the entire collection of Genetic Denim.

Psst. There is also a huge denim sale going on right now which includes lots of popular Genetic styles.

(Photos courtesy of Genetic Denim)

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Our Winter Sale is underway and we are having a blast (of snow and fun) helping everyone get amazing pieces at amazing prices.

We have a few suggestions of items recently marked down that you should not pass up.

Me & Kashmiere Anaconda Scarf NOW: $123.20

The best purchase you can make right now is a Me & Kashmiere scarf.  Gorgeous, lightweight cashmere scarves that are long enough to wrap for warmth or wear open as a shoulder wrap.  The prints and colors are perfect for wearing now and into Spring. Choose from camoflauge prints to animal prints to soft watercolors. All hand-woven in India, these scarves make amazing gifts for anyone – including yourself. At 30% off, get them before they are gone.

Treesje Crave Slouchy Hobo NOW: $297.50

Handbags are a crucial fashion statement and a beautiful leather bag is essential to every closet. Choose from our collection of Botkier, Treesje and Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent bags. Now at 50% off, you should not pass on getting a new handbag – it can easily make an outfit.

Denim is a staple and with so many great style and washes to choose from, now is the time to stock up. With up to 90% off, it’s silly not to pick up a few pairs before Spring. We have the best designer denim! Check out the sale.

Dresses are a must have for every season. Our styles from Shoshanna are always a big hit at shopchantal.com and we can’t get enough of her strapless tulip version. The fit, the fabric and the prints are all so fun and easy to wear. Take a hint from us and pair with some tights and a jacket for these chilly days. Come Spring, get out your strappy shoes and a cute clutch for the perfect date night dress around town.

With markdowns up to 70% off on many seasonal items, you need to check out this sale!

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We altered this a bit, but the saying still holds true “you can never have too many friends, too much money or too many pairs of jeans“. 

We can’t guarantee you will make new friends with new jeans, but you will certainly have more money in your pocket if shop our Annual Denim Sale. With styles up to 90% off, you are certainly on your way to having a new denim wardrobe.  The first step to the perfect denim closet is a basic, 5 pocket bootcut with the basic, 5 pocket straightleg not far behind.

Dare we call these designers “Basic”, but they definitely design denim that we can wear everyday. Rock & Republic and PRVCY Denim are two labels known for their amazing fits, premium denim and embellished pockets.

Kasandra Bootcut Crown Pocket Now: $182

Build your denim selection with the coveted crown pocket from Rock & Republic. Perfect for wearing out for a day of shopping when worn with this new Pencey tee. And even more perfect for a night out when paired with a beautiful, corset top from Shoshanna.

PRVCY Barbados Staightleg NOW: $120.40

The PRVCY Premium Barbados Straightleg is a clean, dark wash with a tonal stitched, flap pocket. It’s a great alternative to a skinny, but you can still wear it with a tall boot. We love this style with a more simple, Kain Label tee and a great belt.

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Current/Elliott Jegging in Blue Black NOW: $138.60

Ever heard the saying “Don’t knock it till you try it”? Well, this is the perfect time to make this statement.

Much talk of the Jean Legging or “Jegging” as being unflattering is mostly hype. Typically, it’s not the fault of the style, but of the way it was styled.

We love the clean, darker wash of the Current/Elliott jegging as it gives us more options to create a sophisticated look.

We suggest you never wear a legging like a pant and although the jegging is really a jean, there is a fine line between wearing it properly and not wearing it properly.

Pair with a cropped jacket or slim cut blazer, a longer fit drapey, silk top and platform pumps for a sophisticated and on-trend look.

Over the Knee boots help balance this fitted denim style when worn with a cozy knit or sweater and button up. We are loving Spring’s new look of the cropped sweater worn over a dress like the new Joie Corina dress- wear this look now pairing with your jeggings.

Celebrities from Gwyneth to Charlize love the jegging and show us their take on wearing this great denim style.  

Our Huge, Annual Denim Sale is happening now. Don’t miss out on the amazing deals on your favorite styles and designers happening in store and online at www.shopchantal.com.

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Our pick of the day from our annual denim sale is a bit unexpected, but assured to “lighten up” you and your denim closet.

DL1961 Jennifer High Rise Bootcut NOW: $110.60

We think a fresh wash such as ivory is the easiest light wash to wear. The rich, vanilla wash of the DL1961 Jennifer bootcut works great as a dressed up style now with a Splendid turtleneck and Twelfth Street faux fur jacket or it can take on the boho look with a chiffon, one shoulder print top and sandals for Spring.

We love the idea of making a strong, neutral statement pairing ivory jeans with the tonal lace and crochet already showing up in the store. Both are beautiful looks for the new season.

Cameron Diaz in Current/Elliott

Light wash denim is a great wash to have in your denim selection. We love to pair it with this Pencey black and white stripe for more attitude and style. Light denim looks amazing with a nude boot or bootie as it helps to keep the light look all the way to your toes:) Check out Cameron Diaz wearing Current/Elliott recently to promote the Green Hornet movie with Seth Rogan. We have this exact denim and more of their washes in this style still available.

We also love the versatility of grey denim – perfect with Spring’s hot colors, honeysuckle and cobalt.  It also works beautifully with the pretty florals and aztec prints. The moto details of this Unknown Factory skinny is a great way to re introduce the biker trend into your wardrobe as well.

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PRVCY Premium Denim Barbados Straight Leg NOW: $120.40

It’s that time of year again. . . the time of year when you can get the most tremendous deals on the best designer denim styles on the market at chantal. and shopchantal.com.

With prices starting as low as $20.40 you can’t possibly resist adding multiple new styles to your denim closet. Whether you prefer the classic Bootcut, the hot Spring trend of the Flare, the always-in- style Straightleg, the must-have Skinny or a fun, fashion-forward style such as the denim sweatpant (loved by celeb Jessica Alba) or the Jegging; you can totally complete your denim with our huge designer denim sale.

Coveted designers DL1961, Genetic Denim, Blank NYC, Current/Elliott, Rock & Republic, PRVCY Premium, Malibu Denim, Earnest Sewn, Work Custom, The Unknown Factory, Chip & Pepper and even Taverniti So complete the over 65 available styles of denim marked down from 30% to 90% off.

Enjoy picking up your basic, 5-pocket styles, but now it the time to really get a pair that is maybe missing from your closet. At prices as low as $49.70, you can add that skinny jean to your wardrobe without a big commitment of cash and without the guilt of maybe wearing it only on the weekends. And take this opportunity to add a new wash, rise or style.

We will be focusing on a style each day for the next week to show you how much fun adding a new style or wash can be and how it can freshen up your wardrobe. Stay tuned and check back for our “denim pick of the day”. And share with us via our comments and let us know what your favorite denim is and what you picked up at our sale.

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Yes, it’s a new year and a new season is almost upon us.  That’s right, Spring deliveries start this month and there is one thing for certain: You will need to brighten up your closet to stay on trend.

The good news is that the past few seasons have been strong in with shades of grey and beige making it all that much easier to weave color into that possibly drab winter wardrobe. 

Kirsten Dunst

Keep that beautiful beige blazer and those grey skinny jeans because they will be key pieces to transition you from winter to Spring 2011. Check out how celeb Kirsten Dunst took her basic beige trench to a new level of style by adding a blue knit beret. We love this look!  

Take a look at our the seasonal hues to see some of the newest pieces from Resort and Spring that you can buy now and wear now. 

Pair this sweet, Joie Corina mini dress in a gorgeous green silk with a suede jacket , scarf, a pair of tights and some bootie wedges. Love the green/black combo!

Want a more boho look? We love this Twelfth Street Dress in Khaki paired with slouchy, brown boots and a beautiful leather handbag from Treesje.

This Shoshanna dress is the perfect silhouette in a tomato red. The tiered ruffles give the color a touch of softness. We love this dress over a black turtleneck, tights, some tough boots and a leather jacket.

So, take a cue from us – get started now on brightening your wardrobe and it will most certainly brighten your style and probably your day too.

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Yes, the new Pencey is finally here and the pieces are amazing, as usual. 

Designer, Christina Minansian sent us a collection that is everything we love – swiss dot lace, black/white, stripes, and cotton jersey. Oh, and sheer, tiered, ruffled lace… in black.  OMG!

A big trend for Spring 2011, sheer is a must have for every closet next season. Get a jump on it now and be a trend setter into the new year.

I mean, really, how can you not want at least one piece, if not all, from this collection.  We can’t pick a favorite since it is all so fun, so easy to wear and so Pencey, but this piece tops our list today.

Pencey Sheer Swiss Dot Ruffle Top

The Pencey Sheer Swiss Dot Ruffle Top is everything you want in a feminine piece, but not too feminine. Cascading, tiered ruffles in a black sheer dot lace make this a statement piece all it’s own.

Be daring and wear it along or layer it over a commando tank for a more ”suitable for work” look.  We love the idea of throwing on a fitted blazer, some velvet skinnies and boots for a neighborhood get together this New Year’s Eve. Don’t forget an amazing handbag to finish the look.

Or pair it with a bandage skirt from BCBGMAXAZRIA, sheer tights and a platform pump for a sophisticated look. Of course, don’t forget the amazing jewelry from GemmaRedux to finish the look. The Alexa Earrings would be perfect with a low, side bun.

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The must attend event of all the New Year’s Eve bashes happening around town this year in Portland is ICING.

This is the second year of the New Year’s event at SPACE and as a smaller sponsor, we are so excited to join The VIA Group who took on the major sponsorship this year. Those VIA peeps are fashionable – we know.

“Dress to impress and live it up for a wild evening with good food, friends, dancing, and a cavalcade of performances and installations by SPACE’s talented family of artists.”  is the invite poster this year.

As much as we’d love to tell you about the performances, we must first discuss the “dress to impress” portion of the statement above.

Yes, let’s dress to impress. Let’s dress up. Let’s wear something new and fun and joyful. Let’s wear something we don’t wear to our day to day happenings. Let’s wearing something new and festive. Let’s make a statement.

Let’s make some plans for the evening in the “dress to impress” department. There are also lots of new items to choose from in the store. So stop by and take a look. We’ll help you pick a festive outfit for any type of party.

We are leaving the talent and performances to the pros. Here is a list of what you can see at ICING.

Performances include a soulful set by the inimitable Lady Zen, live drumming by Dylan Blanchard and friends plus some time-warping trouble provided by Tin Pan Alley alums Over A Cardboard Sea. Portland’s Dirty Dishes Burlesque Review plan to live up to their name and Kate Cox and Matt Rock have something up their sleeve for when the ball drops and we lift a glass to another year.  Dj King Alberto keeps the soul and funk grooves spinning all night.

Icing starts at 8 pm – 1 pm this year. It is 21+.  Food and a variety of desserts will be provide. Drinks are also available with a champagne toast at midnight.  Come join us as we ring in the New Year. And don’t forget…. dress to impress!

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If you’ve been looking for the perfect, ribbed T-shirt henley dress, look no further. We have found the most amazing version from Soft Joie. The Soft Joie January Dress. A black rib jersey dress with brown leather belt included.

And the best part of this dress, we have it now! 

We couldn’t resist ordering this great piece when we saw it.  Because it is a resort piece, I think I mostly pictured it layered up with Commando tights, the Rebecca Taylor Military coat, the beautiful Joie Coachella over the knee suede boot and an Olivia Harris bag for a look.

But then I started thinking about how I else I could wear it. Just switch out the belt (the belt comes with the dress, but is removable) and replace it with a Streets Ahead black waist belt, some Plush fleece lined tights, the Pour La Victoire Darien bootie and the Pencey Puffer Coat for a totally different look.

And then again….  I started dreaming of the Twelfth Street wedges we are getting in for Spring ’11 and pairing them up with this dress and then adding a gorgeous floral Me & Kashmiere scarf. Another great look to take this dress into the new season!

Realizing the infinite possibilities, I ordered this dress and I hope you take your style and make this dress your own. 

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Plush Thigh High

Tis the season…  once again, we are most excited about the presence of the Plush fleece- lined footed and footless tights, leggings and the new addtion of thigh highs, a great alternative when you may already be wearing stockings and just want some extra warmth.  The thigh highs are also a fun way to stay warm and still feel sexy. 

Nikki Hilton wearing Plush Denim Leggings

Nothing keeps are legs warmer in the Northeast than Plush.  After freezing for years in regular stockings and leggings, and tired of uncomfortable, itchy wool tights, designer Jennifer Kim realized women needed a fresh approach to Staying Warm AND Stylish in the cold. Living in NYC, Jennifer was no stranger to harsh winters in which Staying Warm AND Stylish was not always an option. Wearing a skirt to work was out of the question and denim jeans did not hold any warmth.

After traveling the world looking for the perfect combination of warmth, comfort AND style, Jennifer created Plush, a line offering an array of fleece-lined items from hats and accessories to sublimely soft tights and leggings. Jennifer’s goal was to create warm, comfortable AND stylish products so that women can continue to dress how they’d like, even in the coldest of weather.

Plush accessories are a staple in our wardrobe and will be in your’s too.  Each year we continue to sell out of this amazing styles from Plush so don’t wait until January to get your hands on one of the most coveted items in the store. And this year, Plush added a new size in the footed style so we have those available as well.

Shop online or at chantal. at 229 Commercial Street for all the available Plush items. And be on the lookout for the cute Plush legwarmers – arriving soon!

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Finally, The Perfect Fitting Jeans For Everyone!

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Tis the season. . . gift giving. 

This year we’ve made it even easier to pick a gift that she will love.  Whether she is your wife, mother, sister, aunt, significant other or friend, we have great gift ideas for all.

Tre Anita Bubble Ring in Grape Soda

Jewelry:  A treasured piece for both the classic or trendsetter, jewelry comes in many forms.  Alex and Ani, Streets Ahead, Gemma Redux, Tre Rings and soon to come, House of Harlow 1960.

Carolina Amato Citron Mittens

Cashmere: Available in sweaters, scarves, hats and mittens. No woman can deny the gift of cashmere from Autumn Cashmere, Oonagh by Nanette Lepore and Carolina Amato.

Follis Julia Bag

Handbags: A must have season changing style, a handbag is a personal touch to every wardrobe. Choose from Follis NYC, Treesje, Botkier, Olivia Harris and Twelfth Street.

Ombre Vertical Scarf

Scarves: Our top selling gift item in the store, our Me & Kashmiere scarves are a bit of heaven in the most gorgeous prints. Made of 100% Lightweight Cashmere, these scarves can be worn all year.

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