Shopping Event Overload: Decadestwo.1, Miriam Cecilia & Dottie's Delights

This past Friday, Rodney, Tamika (my wonderful assistant) and I had a blast at The 900 Michigan Ave Shops! There were two shopping events going on simultaneously. Talk about shopping overload!

The Los Angeles based, luxury consignment shop, Decadestwo.1 came back to Chi-Town for a three day pop-up shop to shower us with fabulous Louboutins, Chanel, DVF and soooo much more! Friday was the VIP Opening Night Ceremony for all of the shopping festivities. It was a pleasure to peruse the beautiful clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and cosmetics while sipping on cocktails by NUVO Sparkling Liqueur and delicious cupcakes by CRUMBS Bake Shop. The icing on our cupcake was meeting one of the founders, Cameron Silver!

Tamika Moore (iT Factor Agency)



Cameron Silver (Owner of Decadestwo.1) & RL Fox (iT Factor Agency)



Right across from the Decades event at the Launch/CFI Space, Chicago's own talented designers, Miriam Cecilia Carson (Miriam Cecilia Designs) and Stephanie Kuhr (Dottie's Delights) was hosting the Manicures and Mocktails Trunk Show! Having met Miriam Cecilia a few times before, it was great to finally chat with her one-on-one and have closer look at her amazing designs. I am a true fan of her work and I can't wait to purchase and wear something from her line!

This was my first time meeting Stephanie Kuhr. She is the owner of the Vintage-style, Lingerie & Foundations line, Dottie's Delights. Highly influenced by the burlesque and pin-up look, Stephanie's pieces are truly unique and super sexy. I loved it!! An added bonus was that she was very sweet too!

My assistant, Tamika Moore, (whose birthday is this week) got a special treat by getting a mini-manicure (courtesy of Mario Tricoci) while sipping on a delicious mocktail! What more can a girl ask for? Check out some of the looks from the designers below:

L & R: Miriam Cecilia; M: Dottie's Delights

Miriam Cecilia Design

Designer, Miriam Cecilia Carson

Dottie's Delights Design

Dottie's Delights Designs

Designer, Stephanie Kuhr

Tamika getting a manicure courtesy of Mario Tricoci

Please check out iT Factor Agency's Facebook page to see more pictures from both events.

Red Hot Runway - Chicago Red Dress Party

Last night RL Fox and I attended the Chicago Red Dress Party's pre-event, Red Hot Runway at Columbia College. Fifteen Columbia students designed red dresses that were judged by the fabulous Chicago socialite, Candace Jordan; Fashion Designer, Miriam Cecilia Carlson; Editor at Timeout Magazine, Kevin Aeh and Founder of XOXO, Jerry Svec. The three finalists won a window at The 900 Shops for their dresses to be displayed!

The Red Dress Party is a national event that creates awareness and raise funds for the research and care of HIV/AIDS patients. The Chicago Red Dress Party will be held on April 16, 2011. For more information or to donate, please go to www.chicagoreddressparty.org.  

Check out some of the looks on the runway:



Justin Jacobson (Platinum Events) was the host for the night



The 3 finalists

RL Fox, Candace Jordan, Mikeya Summerville (Me)

Griffin (Fashion Stylist & Art Director), Mikeya Summerville, RL Fox

Anna Hovet F/W 2011 Fashion Show

This past Saturday, our friends at The AZK Group invited us to attend the Anna Hovet F/W 2011 Fashion Show. The show was held at the 900 North Michigan Shops. With wonderful front row seats, we got a chance to see what a talent Hovet really is. The pieces were a mix of trendy, urban wear with a relaxed look and feel. I loved her use of hoods on some of the dresses!

Anna Hovet was the winner of the premiere episode of Kenmore's Facebook reality show! The AZK developed the "#VoteHovet" campaign that was a creative spinoff of the Obama campaign. The models posed with "#VoteHovet" mini flags, buttons and banners at the end of the show. To vote for Anna every Thursday evening between 6:45pm and 7:45pm, you can go to www.facebook.com/kenmore and click "Be a Designer".

Take a look below at some of the designs from the show and go to http://www.annahovet.com/ for more information on the designer.

XOXO,
Mik S'ville

CS Modern Luxury and The AZK Group Launch Midwest Anti-Aging Center

Yesterday, my friends at The AZK Group helped to launch the Midwest Anti-Aging Center at the Water Tower.  I arrived early for the Media Preview to see John Chikow, CEO of the Greater North Michigan Avenue Association, Dr. Asadullah and Dr. Akbar, cut the ribbon that would open the doors to the public.



Khaja Asadullah, M.D., Ayesha Akbar, M.D. & John Chikow



The reception area was beautifully decorated with purple and silver flowers and table cloths.  It was so pretty that I almost forgot that I was at a doctor's office.

Guests enjoyed appetizers and sparkling cider along with complimentary spa services, such as: Light Therapy, Chemical Peels, Foot Detox and Makeup by Bombshell Artistry.  I had the pleasure of getting my makeup done by Nicole Rogers (owner of Bombshell Artistry). Women were lined up to hop in her seat to get glammed up.




Me getting glammed up



Nicole Rogers, Owner of Bombshell Artistry

I also got a chance to chat with the founders of Midwest Anti-Aging Center, Ayesha Akbar, M.D. (Endocrinologist) and Khaja Asadullah, M.D. (Geriatrician, Internists) to learn more about the center.  They have been friends for over 16 years and discovered that they had a mutual interest in bringing "innovative vision to anti-aging and wellness".  According to Dr. Akbar, they specialize in treating the root cause of a lot of overweight people by treating diseases like diabetes.  One thing that really caught my interest that they specialize in was "Weight Loss through HCG Therapy".

Both physicians assured me that HCG Therapy is a perfectly safe way to lose 5 to 15 pounds per week without having surgery and for half the cost.  What was even better is that I got to speak with actual patients that tried HCG Therapy and loved it. Denise Ebert lost 30 lbs in 6 weeks.  She said that "there were no side effects and the hardest part was getting through the first day of hunger".  Denise's friend, Patti Burgin lost 25 lbs in 3 weeks. She said that her "energy was actually higher" than before she started the diet.  With a little more research, I may just try it myself!

Overall, The AZK Group did an excellent job with the launch of Midwest Anti-Aging Center! It is definitely worth stopping in for a consultation if you're shopping at the Water Tower.

iT Factor Agency & The AZK Group
 (L-R: Rodney Fox, Azeeza Desai, Karla Pope, Mikeya Summerville, Zeenat Desai)

The beautiful ladies of The AZK Group
(L-R: Azeeza Desai, Karla Pope, Zeenat Desai)

Mikeya Summerville, Rodney Fox & Fashion Blogger CChic (L-R)

XOXO,

iT Girl Forever











Stars for Hope Pakistan Flood Relief Fundraiser

I had the honor of covering the Stars for Hope Pakistan Flood Relief Fundraiser on Sunday, January 16th, 2011!  This star-studded, red carpet event was at the very colorful Carnivale Restaurant and hosted by The Organization of Pakistani Entrepreneurs Network (OPEN) and The AZK Group.  Glee star, Iqbal Theba; Actor, Faran Tahir (Iron Man, Star Trek); The Daily Show's, Aasif Mandvi and Bravo's Top Chef contestant, Malika Ameen were all in attendance to help raise funds. 

As reported by The AZK Group, the benefit was able to raise "over $40,000 through ticket sales, pledge forms and an auction that included a private, in-home baking class by Ameen, Glee script and DVD, tickets to The Daily Show along with a private tour by Mandvi that went for a total of $10,000 alone, and more".  That's a great acheivement for just one night!

I had a wonderful time speaking to each celebrity and getting their opinions on why this crisis that has affected over 20 million people didn't get as much coverage as others. Please let's not forget the people of Pakistan and keep them in our prayers as they continue to rebuild their lives.

Azeeza Desai and Zeenat Desai of The AZK Group

Me interviewing Aasif Mandvi

Me & Malika Ameen

Glee Star, Iqbal Theba & Me

XOXO
iT Girl Forever