How to Pack for Lollapalooza 2013

Posted on July 25, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

It’s that time of the year again. Countless troops of young Indies, Bohems and other music lovers, clad in hair chalk, flower hairbands and cameras, set upon Chicago to hear their favorite bands at the annual music festival, Lollapalooza. Number one rule for any music fest is not to overpack. Electric Frenchie breaks down what necessities to throw into your bag to ensure a great time and no worries.

The nights can get cold and windy in Chicago so be sure to bring along a coverup and different kinds of shoes. A swimsuit for the scorching days and a bevy of beauty products will all fit in your Stela 9 weekender!

Packing for the Entire Trip

For daily use, keep it light, with a small to mid-size backpack. Make sure you have a hat, a backup phone charger, and don’t forget your cash before you get hit up for $10 atm fees! Long days in the sun are great but don’t forget your water (in between drinks) and suncare.

Packing for the Day

Designer Spotlight : Stela 9

Posted on July 8, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

Photo by Kristen Wrzesniewski

Stela 9 nails the serape trend in their southwestern collection of travel bags and cute backpacks. Recently celebrated by the Zoe Report, the unique collection has a cool back story and blog about their extensive travels scouting for fabrics and finishings.

Items are handmade by skilled artisans in Guatemala Stela 9 directly contributes to the livelihood & sustainability of the indigenous communities that these cherished items travel from.

The Isabella weekender that recently arrived was a must in our Summer lookbook, Bold Paradise, an homage to a travelling beauty in search of the sea and sunshine.

The designer lives the life of a jetsetter, which fits the bill of an ex-archeologist. Stela 9 was started in the summer of 2010 with a wife and husband who were used to scavenging for gems and beautiful materials.

Our next delivery of Stela 9 includes an adorable back pack with black and white aztec print, pom poms and coin detailing. It’s swoon-worthy and will be available mid-late July!

Collectables and reasonably priced, this collection is a new favorite of the Electric Frenchie team!

Designer Spotlight : Dress the Population

Posted on July 8, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

An edgy yet elegant LA-based fashion brand designed for a sophisticated, sexy woman who knows how to have fun. Learn more about the designer and what pieces from the Summer collection we knew you would love!

Love the tailoring detail on this shift dress! The lace arm cut out is feminine and gives that hint of skin we love in the Summer! The Lily dress is summer soiree’ approved.

The designer and creative director, Franklin Morales, grew up in California & has an organic California girl aesthetic. Party dresses, vibrant prints and touches of lace describe the collection. All pieces are produced in California.

These shorts are hot, hot hot shorts! Crochet lace with stretch and beautiful cut outs representative of the Summer collection on the Nia Short.

Where would you wear these DTP wow-pieces?

Get the Look…

Posted on June 16, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

Inspired by Gossip Girl. In Season 3 Serena wears a Marchesa gown to a wedding, looking like the perfect guest for a fancy fet’e. Recreate the look with a gold wrap bracelet and our new Keepsake Tidal Wave Maxi dress.

Get the Look…

Posted on May 23, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

Mixing textures, patterns and shapes in todays outfit. Mink Pink skirt looks great with casual tees like this Ladakh lace paneled sheer top. Finished it off with some heart sunglasses I scored at a local shop called Coco Coquette and some Corso Como red heels with python tips.

Coachella Style Recap from Penelope Times

Posted on April 15, 2013October 13, 2013 by Chonie Bradley

Hey guys! My name is Chanelle from The Penelope Times and I will be your host for Coachella 2013 weekend! I’ll be covering RAD street style for all of you Fashion Frenchies out there so sit back and enjoy the ride! Thanks for having me!

Kelly being ever so chic at the Harper’s Bazaar party Coachella 2013

AMAZING ripped jeans and crop top combo spotted at the BCBG event Coachella 2013

Kristen from Glitter and Glue being FABULOUS at the Harpar’s Bazaar event Coachella 2013

Amazing printed shorts and crop top from Bethany at BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

Stephanie Lui also wearing BCBG at the BCBG BEauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

Keepin it all black and classic for the desert

Coachella 2013 – Loving this grunge look at the Rhonda party

Look at these cuties, all AMAZINGLY dressed at the Harper’s Bazaar event. Loving every outfit! Coachella 2013

Coachella 2013 – FLOWER CROWN AMAZINGNESS at the Rhonda party!

Matching sets with flower sunnies? Yes please! @ the Harper’s Bazaar event Coachella 2013

LOVE a matching set! These 3 friends are super cute at the Rhonda Coachella party

Coachella 2013 – Kiesha wearing an AMAZING neon body suit today at the Rhonda party!

Coachella 2013 – Bloggers @goodbadandfab and @chanelledotcom rocking mint by the pool! #frenchiestyle (at The Skylark Hotel)

Coachella 2013 – Loving this poolside look with a floppy hat! #festivalstyle #rhonda (at The Saguaro Palm Springs, a Joie de Vivre Hotel)

AMAZING neon orange dress spotted on Kid’s bandmember at Harpers Bazaar party Coachella 2013

Cutie Natalie Alcala, editor and writer looking fab at yesterday’s Rhonda party! #frenchiestyle (at The Saguaro Palm Springs, a Joie de Vivre Hotel)

Coachella festival style! Spotted these two cuties at the Rhonda party yesterday

Spotted: flower crown fun at Rhonda! #frenchiestyle (at The Saguaro Palm Springs, a Joie de Vivre Hotel)

Sade from the Fashion Concierge rocking the raddest leather shorts with a beautiful print top at the BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

Benefit Cosmetics bringing the fashion at the BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

Super cute bathing suit + High waisted shorts combo at the Rhonda party – Coachella 2013

Shannon Woodward rocking cowboy boots, printed shorts and a cut out top…super on trend and super cute! Coachella 2013

Kiara from Tobruck Ave. sporting BCBG top and sunnies at the BCBG Beauty Bungalow event Coachella 2013

Loving this edgy pool look #frenchiestyle

Last minute Coachella essentials

Posted on April 11, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

It’s that time of the year for the seasons most glamorous music festival, Coachella. While you probably have had your outfits perfectly planned for weeks now, one must need to keep in mind that you are camping and things can get a bit too rustic. So here is a few essentials to save that pretty face of yours and keep you looking your best all weekend!

1. Personal water/air fan – this is hot commodity and do not forget the batteries!

2. sun screen- duh, you’re in a desert.

3. lip balm- with suncreen, because your lips can get sunburned too!

4. Dry shampoo/conditioner- Works like magic! Oh and best part, no one can tell you have not washed your hair in 3 days.

5. Garnier detoxifying towelettes – You can use these to remove makeup, sweat, etc. Plus they smell great and you can also use them on the rest of your body.

6. Snacks- While the garlic fries and burgers are great, don’t forget to grab a few healthy snack options too. Your body will thank you.

7. Cheap (but Fashionable!)- Your designer sunglasses probably look great but I would suggest leaving them at home with cheaper (but Fashionable!) sunglasses it will be much easier to cut your losses if something happens to them.

8. Cute water bottle holder- Key to surviving Coachella is staying hydrated! This gives you a stylish and convient way to keep water on you all day.

9. Comfy warm sweater- it colds at night, don’t forget this! We suggest the Somedays Lovin’ leather bird cardi available here!

10. DC to AC power inverter – Or in easier terms, this inverter plugs into your car so you can plug in phone chargers, curlers, hair straighteners etc. Skip those long lines for the bathroom and do your hair in your car!

10 Favorite Hair Styles for Festival Season

Posted on April 4, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

With Coachella right around the corner we’re prepping for some beautiful festival hair!

Introducing our new Stylist!

Posted on March 30, 2013October 13, 2013 by admin

So excited to bring the talented Jenny Woys into the EF Team! Learn more about the girl working behind the scenes in a short Q&A.

If you have questions for her, leave a comment!

Favorite place to people watch:

South Congress Cafe on a sunny day. Everyone in Austin is out!

Favorite three brands right now:

Stone_Cold_Fox, Cameo, and Zara. A mix of classic, forward, and boho.

Trend you wish everyone would wake up to:

Platform shoes. I know that this is a trend, but girls who wear platforms get a lot of flack for wearing unreasonable shoes. If you’ve ever worn a platform around all day, you’d realize that it’s actually pretty comfortable – way better than a stiletto without any platform. I love those types of shoes, but they’re so hard to wear more than a few hours at a time.

Stylist you look up to:

Rachel Zoe – She’s brought so much visibility to the art and importance of styling.

What makeup item you can’t live with out:

NARS blush stick in orgasm. Essential.

On your playlist right now:

P!nk (yes, this is happening), Atlas Genius, Florence and the Machine.

Your vintage scouting tips:

With vintage, you can’t be afraid to do alterations. Maybe the piece could be re-dyed, taken in, or hemmed up. A little change can completely modernize a vintage piece!

Fave Instagram filter:

Nashville.

Where are you from:

Saginaw, Michigan. It’s cold!

High end designer crush:

Mary Katrantzou. Her prints are unreal! Also, Clover Canyon isn’t exactly on the same level, but their prints are incredibly strong and slightly-more-affordable!