Welcome to Stylish Chicago, the awesome blog where real women discuss real style in Chicago! While I am based in Chicago, our discussions and tips will be applicable to women wherever they reside.

My name is Stephanie Sack, and I own vive la femme: a premiere boutique for fashionable women of size. As an independent shop owner in Chicago offering the latest looks and trends exclusively in sizes 12-24, I have had the pleasure of working with thousands of women to create vibrant wardrobes that effortlessly traverse professional to play, workday to weekend, and stroller to soiree.

From professional pop to weekend chic, we’ll get down to the knitty-gritty of where to find the best clothes and accessories for women of all sizes and all price points. Clothes are a powerful expression of who you are! Style is everywhere, if you know where to look, and all women are cordially invited to join in! From easy basics to conversation pieces, suits to shoes, and underwear to outerwear, we’re going to share our personal fashion favorites as well as our philosophies, with an eye toward wearable silhouettes, flattering cuts, and reasonable prices

As a size 14, I know the struggles of finding great pieces that really fit and highlight my assets. Over the years I have put together some basic guidelines that work for all women who are looking to punch up their everyday style. We’ll discuss how to maximize your current wardrobe, how to shop strategically for new items, and how to create a flexible budget to ensure you are looking sharp and snazzy. We’ll also reveal our tried-and-true shops and stores for that perfect little something, and hopefully shed some light on alternative means of finding just what you’re looking for.

I am truly honored to share my experiences with you, and look forward to hearing from other women as well!