Thursday, February 9, 2012

Love is in the air with Mivor Clutches by Chicago Designer Margot


If you want a clutch that is truly unique with a romantic flair, try a Mivor Handbag by Chicago designer Margot.

A local Chicago handbag company started with the intent of making the handbag personal again. As Bagologists, Margarita Macias and Devo Estrada took the task and ventured on 2011 creating Margot.

At Margot they create designs by upcycling aluminum pop tabs and combine this element with an array of select materials. These materials vary from stingray, shark & croc hides to custom anodized color tabs.


Every handbag is hand made and every detail is overseen throughout since the tabs are sanitized to the final stitches.
 

Prices range between $80 - $2,000 and our ingenious designs extends from an exclusive ostrich feathered clutch, to a fancy weekend bag or tote. 


Love Mirror Clutch - Shop now $85.00








Burlesque Mivor Clutch - Shop now $190.00
They can accommodate custom orders to satisfy the clienteles handbag needs as well as personalize a handbag, process that takes anywhere from 2 - 7 days. Margot handbags, one of a kind designs for unique individuals.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012

January Promotion for Catholic Charities

Now that the holidays are over January is quiet. We are all going back to our regular lives and schedules. Unfortunately, after the holidays there are still people that need help and go hungry.

This month Le Thrift Consignment Boutique has decided to partner with the Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Program to raise money and collect dry goods to go towards their food pantry. What a great excuse to have a sale... right?

If you donate $1 or one non perishable food item to Catholic Charities you receive 20% off any item in store, donate $3 or 3 non perishable food items to Catholic Charities and you receive 30% off any item in store. 

Live out of state? Use code PAT001 and receive 15% off any item online at our store LeThrift.com. Any online sale we receive we will donate $1 to Catholic Charities.

In 2012 we will be looking to partner with other local charities. Looking for a way to raise money? We can sell gently used designer items at our store and half of the proceeds go to that charity. If interested please contact us at Christines@lethrift.com.

Our store is crammed with amazing new inventory just waiting to be snatched up by a lucky shopper.

Here are some of the new arrivals 

Christian Dior Tortoishelle Sunglasses - $94.99 - Mint Condition
Coach Patent Leather Cross Body Handbag - $129.99 - Mint Condition

St. John Vintage 1970s Knit Dress - $129.99 - Mint Condition

Tory Burch Sweater - $78.99 - Mint Condition

Elie Tahari Makayla Dress - $118.99 - Mint Condition




Tahari Down Coat - $94.99 - Tags Still On

 



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Friday, December 9, 2011

Wanted: Designer Handbags!

Are you a serial shopper?  Have too many handbags for your own good?  Le Thrift is looking to consign your designer handbags and purses!  Examples of bags that we are looking for include Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Dolce and Gabbana, Burberry, Fendi, Hermes, Versace, Balenciaga, Cole Haan, and Coach.  


In addition to receiving 40% of the sale price from the consigned handbag, if you consign 2 or more bags you will receive a $25 Le Thrift gift card!  Refer your friends and receive a $10 gift card!

Stop by Saturday 12/10 from 10-7 to drop off your handbags.  Or to schedule complimentary pickup within the Chicagoland area, please email christines@lethrift.com.

Out of town consignors, ship your bags to Le Thrift:

Le Thrift 
1754 West Division
Chicago, IL 60622


(Reimbursement of shipping costs will be given once bags are proven authentic.)
-Lauren Berger

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Thursday, December 1, 2011

Holiday Outfit Ideas

Looking for the perfect look for that upcoming holiday event?  Around the holidays, sometimes the last person you think to spend money on is yourself.  At Le Thrift, you can find glamorous pieces for the holidays that won't break the bank.  We've got you covered for every holiday occasion...

The Glitzy Holiday Party- We love this little black dress that has just a touch of bling.  The beaded neckline saves you money because you don't need to buy a necklace!  Add some great leather pumps, and a pop of red jewelry and you're sure to be the center of attention in this classic holiday look.


Meeting the Parents-  Ladies, we all dread meeting the boyfriend's parents!  You stand in front of your closet for hours trying to find something appropriate, that also fits your personality!  Try a pastel colored sweater, with a tailored pair of trousers.  Accompany this look with a great vintage bag, and a pair of shoes that show off your personality.  We LOVE these leopard pumps that are both sophisticated and fun, without being too wild!


Shopping for Gifts with Girlfriends- One of our favorite December pastimes is shopping for gifts!  While shopping, you want to be both comfortable and trendy.  Try a light (not too bulky!) sweater, like this collared Tory Burch piece.  Add a pair of skinny jeans and flat boots.  Don't forget a wristlet- you don't want to carry a heavy shoulder bag in addition to shopping bags!


Tea at the Four Seasons-  Invited to a sophisticated event, such as the Afternoon Tea at the Four Seasons?  You don't have to spend a fortune on designer duds to fit in with the elite.  This Blumarine suit is perfect for the holidays, trimmed in a red, white, and green plaid.  Paired with a stunning Versace necklace, and Chanel pumps, everyone will think you dropped thousands of dollars on Michigan Ave.  Your bargains can be our little secret!
Purchase Now at LeThrift.com: Gold Versace Necklace, Blumarine Suit Size 4, Chanel Black Pumps Size 9.5

-Lauren Berger
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Introducing Bon Vivant - Interviews with Fashion Officianados

Le Thrift is always looking for clothing that provides the best deals for fashionistas on a budget. We thought we should also be inspired and learn from those who work in or around the fashion industry.
That is when we came up with the idea of interviewing these fashion experts and how they look fashionably chic, where they save money, how they have seen the economy change their business and many other fun tidbits of information they can share about their jobs.

Introducing Bon Vivant - Interviews with Fashion Industry Professionals. Our first interview is with Editor in Chief Melissa Maynard of Factio Magazine, Chicago's top Fashion Magazine.



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