Le Thrift @ West Fest

Summer 2014 isn't over yet but I think it's fair to say that West Fest Chicago will be making the highlight reel of Chicago's 2014 summer fests. In its 10th year, the annual festival is as eclectic as West Town itself featuring a DJ Stage, Kid Fest, Pet Fest, live bands, artisan vendors and more. People flocked to Chicago Avenue between Damen and Wood in droves and enjoyed the sights and sounds of West Town's fashion, eats and music over the July 12th & 13th weekend. 

 

Photo credits: Robert Erving Potter III

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Photo credit: Lotta de Luxe

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Located just off the DJ stage, Le Thrift Consignment Boutique was serenaded by some of Chicago's hottest DJ's with glorious, heart-pumping house music. The lovely ladies of Maash Boutique and LEI by Leilani also joined the party with their pop-up shops at Le Thrift.

Photo credit: Lotta de Luxe

Photo credit: Le Thrift

With the ladies of Notable Nails Chicago, Lei by Leilani & Maash Boutique

Team Le Thrift with the ladies of Maash Boutique & Lei by Leilani

A special treat for both Le Thrift and West Festers alike was the Fresh Lemonade stand operated by the cutest daughters of Team Le Thrift and Maash Boutique. Congrats to the girls for successfully selling out of their thirst-quenching drinks!

It's nice to note that the $5 donation requested for entry to West Fest offsets the event production costs and to benefit the West Town Chamber of Commerce (a non-profit 501 C6 serving the community), and 10% of net proceeds are donated to Talcott Fine Arts and Museum Academy a local elementary school. Talcott parents volunteer and plan the Kid Fest area and 100% of Kid Fest area activities benefit the school. 

Designer & Brand Names!

1821 W Chicago Ave., Chicago IL 60622
312-912-9676
www.LeThrift.com

Chicago's top upscale consignment boutique.
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Item of the Week: Azzedine Alaia Leather Boots

Hot, fabulous, attention-grabbing ankle boots by Paris designer, ALAIA. Made in Italy. Real snakeskin upper. Stacked snakeskin heel. Split topline. Stretch material between vamp and back quarter. Leather insole and sole. Size 8.

MEASUREMENTS:

Toe: 2.5"

Insole: 8.5"

Heel: 4.5"

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Designer & Brand Names!

Chanel, Michael Kors, Manolo Blahnik, Burberry, Furla, Prada, Christian Lacroix, Coach, Salvatore Ferragamo, Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabbana

and much more!

1821 W Chicago Ave., Chicago IL 60622
312-912-9676
www.LeThrift.com

Chicago's top upscale consignment boutique.
Follow us on Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter and Pinterest.

Style Icon: Debbie Harry 4(0) Ever

Happy Birthday to the punk rock style icon Deborah "Debbie" Harry. The Blondie frontwoman celebrates her 69th birthday on July 1st. Yes, 69. I know.

Debbie has been in the game since the 70's and I have been mildly obsessed with her ever since.  There wasn't anyone like her. Her look was always simple but so striking. The epitome of rocker chic. Bad ass and timeless. Punk. Rock. Glam.

She credits many of her signature looks to Stephen Sprouse, 80's designer and stylist.  And so much of it is still on trend...mixing prints, one-shoulder dresses, leopard, brights, high waists and statement tees. Although with Debbie, it was less about what she wore and more about how she wore it. #Attitude

Staying within the late 70's-early 80's era, here are a few of my favorite looks that you can still rock today.

Punk is alive and well today, as evidenced by the PUNK: Chaos to Couture exhibit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2013.  This amazing showcase celebrated punk's continuing impact on high fashion since the 1970's.

Images © The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Blondie is now releasing Blondie 4(0) Ever, their 40th anniversary double-disc extravaganza.  It's great to see her still touring. I was lucky to catch Blondie at the Riot Fest in Chicago last year and let me tell you...she is still kicking it hard and looking just as fabulous! For more information on what she's up to, go to Debbie Harry's website.  

Designer & Brand Names!

Chanel, Michael Kors, Manolo Blahnik, Burberry, Furla, Prada, Christian Lacroix, Coach, Salvatore Ferragamo, Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabbana

and much more!
Visit us at 1821 West Chicago Ave in West Town
or our online store on ebay!

Item of the Week: Gucci Turquoise Slingback Heels

These fashion forward heels have the classic Gucci web pattern with a fun kick of turquoise patent.

• Size 8.5B
• Canvas upper with classic Gucci web pattern
• Tan and brown print with turquoise patent details
• Silver buckle and hardware on heels
• Excellent condition with normal wear on the soles
• Original retail $389
• Pointed toe
• Made in Italy

MEASUREMENTS

Toe: 3"

Insole: 9.8625"

Heel: 2.5"

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Designer & Brand Names!

Chanel, Michael Kors, Manolo Blahnik, Burberry, Furla, Prada, Christian Lacroix, Coach, Salvatore Ferragamo, Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabbana

and much more!
Visit us at 1821 West Chicago Ave in West Town
or our online store on ebay!

Item of the Week: Alexis Bittar Lucite Blue & Gold Cuff Bracelet

A gorgeous cuff bracelet by Alexis Bittar. Gold lattice and blue enamel stones come together to accent this large bracelet.

• Lucite
• Gold tone
• Blue
• Hinge with magnetic closure

MEASUREMENTS:

Inner circumference: 7"

Width: 3/4"

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Designer & Brand Names!

Chanel, Michael Kors, Manolo Blahnik, Burberry, Furla, Prada, Christian Lacroix, Coach, Salvatore Ferragamo, Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabbana

and much more!
Visit us at 1821 West Chicago Ave in West Town
or our online store on ebay!

New Consignor Portal!

Another great reason to consign with Le Thrift!  Now check your Le Thrift Consignment account, sales and consigned items from the convenience of your own computer.

That's right. We appreciate your trust in us and we want to return that trust with you have access to your account showing real time sales and balance owed to you.

IMPORTANT!  A following email from our software system will be sent to you with a link to your portal. In that email will be your log in information to access your account. Please store your log in information for future use in a safe place.

An example below is what your account will look like once you sign in.

Reminder

End of 2nd Quarter is June 30th. Get paid early if you bring in new items to consign. We are looking for summer, designer only - dresses, handbags, jewelry, tops, shorts, skirts, lightweight pants, shoes and blazers.

Checks under $50 will need to be picked up. Checks over $50 will be mailed out by July 15th. If you are coming to pick up items, please set up an appointment so that we can be prepared.

Designer & Brand Names!

Chanel, Michael Kors, Manolo Blahnik, Burberry, Furla, Prada, Christian Lacroix, Coach, Salvatore Ferragamo, Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabbana

and much more!
Visit us at 1821 West Chicago Ave in West Town
or our online store on ebay!

Item of the Week: Gianni Versace Sexy Blue Sleeveless Dress

A daringly sexy dress by Gianni Versace. Wear this dress when you want to make a bold statement.  Made in Italy.

• Size 4 
• Deep v-neck in the front
• Built-in underwear
• Unlined
• 57% acetate, 37% polyamide, 4% cotton,2% spandex
• Hits at the knee

MEASUREMENTS

Bust: 32"

Waist: 26"

Hip: 34"

Length of dress: 41"

Visit our ebay store for more information:

Designer & Brand Names!

Chanel, Michael Kors, Manolo Blahnik, Burberry, Furla, Prada, Christian Lacroix, Coach, Salvatore Ferragamo, Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabbana

and much more!
Visit us at 1821 West Chicago Ave in West Town
or our online store on ebay!