var _wh = ((document.location.protocol=='https:') ? "https://sec1.woopra.com" : "http://static.woopra.com"); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + _wh + "/js/woopra.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); Independent Designers. Emerging Trends. Essentially we’re the pencil toting, note-takers of fashion; memo pads in hand, we follow the independent runways and young designers as they show their collections. We scour fashion trends, find the best and brightest and doll ‘em out to ya. Our interviews get you inside the heads of fashion-mavens, trend-setters and designers; plus we go behind the scenes at the shows offering first dibs on who to watch and what you’ll want to get your hands on. With our monthly video installments, we’ll take you around to visit boutiques and help you put together outfits that you can run out and own tonight before dinner. We’ll show case some of the sleekest designs from a bevy of talented up and coming designers. 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"https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-3852401-2"); pageTracker._initData(); pageTracker._trackPageview(); _uacct = "UA-3852415-1"; urchinTracker(); Blog Catalog Blog Directory BlogCatalog Blog Directory _uacct = "UA-3852401-1"; urchinTracker(); _uacct = "UA-3852401-2"; urchinTracker(); Tumblr (3.0; @stylememo)http://stylememo.tumblr.com/<img src="http://19.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hszl101m9i8B1Nao1_400.png"/><br/><br/><p>We’re going to a new name and a new address— Above the Fray Mag at <a href="http://www.abovethefraymag.com" target="_blank"><a href="http://www.abovethefraymag.com" target="_blank">www.abovethefraymag.com</a></a> — but we still got the same fashion-fever and frequent updates… and more.</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/66259223http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/66259223Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:08:00 -0600abovethefraymag.comwww.abovethefraymag.com/magazineHey, I wanted to make it official on the tumblr blog that Style Memo is morphing into a website and...http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/66258789http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/66258789Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:05:01 -0600abovethefraymag.comAbove the Fray MagazineStyle Memo changingNew websiteNew fashion websitefashion site in ChicagoAbove the frayIndependent Designer<img src="http://20.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hqitwydPWQY7PVIo1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Perfect for a sunday brunch!</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65978096http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65978096Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:44:09 -0600<img src="http://13.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hqirvwjIoD765KJo1_250.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Cumberbunds are not just for boys anymore</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65977959http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65977959Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:42:34 -0600<img src="http://9.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hqiqrlzagKQG77Bo1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>I’m all about this Jumper dress from Karen Zambos</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65977904http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65977904Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:41:42 -0600The women of Chicago have always been a talented bunch, but Karen Zambos takes the word multi-task...http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65977828http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65977828Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:40:00 -0600 Monday: Dec. 15th Olympic Gymnasts AppearanceMacy’s on State Street, 111 N. State, Lower...http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65004702http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/65004702Mon, 15 Dec 2008 12:42:00 -0600Okay, it’s not really a trend- but we love it anyhow and wouldn’t it be cool if it did...http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64990181http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64990181Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:03:22 -0600Trend we loveElle MossPolariod transfersFashion polariods<img src="http://13.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hdbod3zGPJO44J7o1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>The dress that sparked my love!</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64335005http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64335005Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:02:52 -0600<img src="http://10.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hdbnk7bGeBzfIYoo1_400.png"/><br/><br/><p>Dark and delicate top for a holiday fete</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64334926http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64334926Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:02:15 -0600<img src="http://1.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hdbmlefd5YQ2IJpo1_400.png"/><br/><br/><p>A soft look for spring from Chulette</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64334823http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64334823Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:01:29 -0600Dressing for winter is hard, and getting all fancy is even more dificult. I mean, how to make a...http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64334706http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64334706Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:00:00 -0600<img src="http://15.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hd53v97gbD5QGJyo1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>Before you come out to Happy Dog for the Fashion Presentaion on Saturday evening, stop in to <a href="http://www.abigail-glaum-lathbury.com" target="_blank">Abigail Glaum Lathbury’s </a>studio.  She’s moving to a new location and selling some of her suprlus stock of beautiful fabric in quantities ranging from 1 to 20 yards, all for dirt cheap!!  And by that I mean, in the $1 to $3 range for stuff like Italian cotton, linen cotton blends, and lots of silks.<br/><br/>The studio is mere steps from the Brown line Western stop in Lincoln Square, and is easy to get to on the Lincoln, Western, and Lawrence buses. <br/><br/>4770 N. Lincoln Ave.<br/>Suite 14<br/>From 12:00 - 5:00<br/> Saturday December 13th</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64306135http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64306135Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:58:58 -0600Abigail Glaum LathburyAbigail Studio Moving SaleHappy Dog Studio in Wicker Park<img src="http://18.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5hbuzpt0R9CSor12o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Drop whatever you’re doing and come out Saturday Dec. 13 for a Performance/Funeral.  The event is the brainchild of designer Annie Novotny of <a href="http://www.freidesigns.com" target="_blank">Frei Designs</a>.</p> <p>Intrigued? You should be— so get to Happy Dog 1542 N. Milwaukee Ave and satiate your curiosity.  Doors open at 8, performance at 9pm.</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64136321http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/64136321Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:28:02 -0600Annie NovotnyFuneral Annie NovotnyHappy Dog Annie Novotny Frei designsFrei designs chicagoFrei designs anne novotny happy dog<img src="http://14.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5h8z0yv0tvzBsveCo1_250.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Love this snake charmer’s bracelet from Roberto Cavalli that embraces the “Mimosa” color and interweaves a cool winter white.</p> <p><a href="http://www.netaporter.com" target="_blank">www.netaporter.com</a></p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63730292http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63730292Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:57:40 -0600<img src="http://13.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5h8ywiasLDxlqfGmo1_400.png"/><br/><br/><p>This vintage-inspired top shop belt makes the bright color a cinch to wear.</p> <p><a href="http://www.topshop.com" target="_blank">www.topshop.com</a></p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729814http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729814Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:54:12 -0600<img src="http://20.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5h8yvh5so8ClZfpio1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>Blending a little, <i>Mimosa</i> with other colors, a la Thakoon isn’t a bad idea.  Top Thakoon for Target. Coming soon (but not soon enough).</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729721http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729721Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:53:24 -0600<img src="http://4.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5h8ytt0n0nXXHZYMo1_400.png"/><br/><br/><p>This Marlene Birger scarf is the perfect amount of pop for winter.</p> <p><a href="http://www.netaporter.com" target="_blank">www.netaporter.com</a></p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729599http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729599Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:52:06 -0600<img src="http://14.media.tumblr.com/BVNxDpXJ5h8yr0duNKUr9b2do1_250.png"/><br/><br/><p>Love these Tory Burch flats.</p>http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729301http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729301Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:49:56 -0600Interestingly, Pantone, the “global authority on color,” and trend leader, that...http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729251http://stylememo.tumblr.com/post/63729251Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:49:27 -0600Pantone color trendsmimosa color trendcolor trends