Shopchantal Stylefile

The weather today was perfect for a blazer and chiffon cardi layer over a simple tank, but I just had to add my new H&M Faux Fur Collar to the mix. After all, it is Fall and I’ll use any excuse to wear faux fur.

Here are some similar options to my H&M Faux Fur Scarf/Collar

Club Monaco Faux Fur Scarf $99.00

The Limited Faux Fur Scarf $44.90

RACHEL Rachel Roy Collar, Faux Fur with Tie $39.00

xo

c.

p.s. I’m still growing out the bangs and it is taking FOREVER! Any helpful tips would be welcome.

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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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New Year. New Decade. New Season. New Styles. New Designers. We are excite about it all. 

Spring 2010 is turning out to be full of great trends, both new and carry-overs from last season, and fun styles that range from new denim to colorful accessories.

We had a ton of fun doing a few transistional pieces for our new lookbook pages including 2 ways to wear it.  We styled the Elizabeth and James famous Jessica dress two ways.  Simple additions of a Splendid turtleneck and leggings made it possible to buy this dress now, wear it now and of course, wear it later.

The James Blazer from Elizabeth and James in White was another fun trend to style two ways. Paired with denim for wearing now and then for later with a maxi dress and scarf, this is a piece that transcends seasons.

We’ve also updated out Denim Trends Lookbook with the addition of the one of the most popular styles for Spring, the Slouchy Skinny.  This relaxed skinny style is the easiest way to transisiton into this style for those wanting a more relaxed skinny jeans and for those wary of the skinny style. You can also see our Denim for Women link at the top of each page to see more trends and specific product shots.

New accessories are pouring in everyday and our accessory spotlight has lots of new pages to show ways to wear the the ever-popular scarf.  Whether you like the colorful tie dye look or the more subtle polka dot trend, scarves are the easiest way to wear Spring 2010 before it even hits.   Which by the way, is officially March 20, 2010. 

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Yes, Sharon Segal is the daughter of the infamous Fred Segal, but that is not why she is coveted or beloved.  She is admired because she designs the most amazing tees and lttle dresses that make you want to go back to jeans and tees — everyday. We swear.

Segal has taken her years of retail experience and created a niche market for tees that have impeccable quality with a design aesthetic only reached by those who have spent years listening to what the customer wants.  With a super-soft hand and silhouettes that are slightly longer, this line of tees and dresses and other pieces will become a new basic in your closet.

Segal’s burnouts are fast becoming a chantal. / shopchantal.com favorite.  We are so delighted to have this wonderful, new line amongst our other great collections.

You’ll see us mixing in Sharon’s lower price tees with lots of pieces from our contemporary collections to show you a style mix of high and low.  Already, the pieces work with one another through her color palette choices, but we love to shake it up a bit and plan to layer these tees under our Elizabeth & James Blazers, our Pencey dresses and, of course, with our Joie Glimmer Vest and Malibu Denim Alexis Straight Leg — talk about a mix of luxury and everyday style.

See our selection (and love) of Sharon Segal continue to grow each month as we get in new styles and colors from her ever expanding collection.

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