Back by popular demand, PLRG will be hosting the 2nd Annual Battle of the Boutiques next month to show Chicago fashionistas that they can still shop boutique without breaking the bank!

On Friday, February 26th, we are teaming up with Lumen to hold our second annual Battle - where six local boutiques; Wolfbait & B-Girls, 2Sisters, Hubba Hubba, Dress Up Boutique, Re.Stock Shop, and defending champion Le Dress, will each stomp their stilettos in an effort to be voted the most stylish.

B-96’s Showbiz Shelly will be on-hand as our ringleader while the boutiques contend, featuring five economical looks apiece. A panel of guest celebrity judges, including former Project Runway contestant Steven Rosengard, Jessica Sedgwick, Fashion Editor for the Chicago Sun-Times, and ABC 7 News Anchor, Karen Jordan will vote (along with the audience) to determine the winner(s).

Space is limited and the event is expected to sell out, so ladies buy your tickets now and make plans for a fabulous night out. General admission tickets are $25 and will include 2 hours of complimentary cocktails courtesy of Ultimat Vodka & PAMA Liqueur, passed appetizers provided by Hub51, swag bags, big-ticket giveaways and the fashion show. VIP tickets are $35 and add access to the VIP lounges (a guaranteed seat for the show), deluxe swag bags and champagne. Attendees will also have an exclusive shopping opp with Studio-808, featuring accessories made by local designers. Doors open at 7:30pm, and the event is expected to end at 10:30pm, although the party will for sure continue. Lumen is even offering table reservations (for 10:30pm or later) w/ bottle service of Ultimat Vodka for $200 if you book in advance and let them know you will be attending Battle of the Boutiques.

Special thanks go out to our other sponsors Honda on Grand in Elmhurst, The Salon at Ulta, Moxie and Red Ivy.

Tickets are being sold exclusively through the PLRG website - click here to reserve your spot now!

Back by popular demand, PoorLittleRichGirls.com will be hosting its 2010 Battle of the Boutiques this winter to show Chicago fashionistas that they can still shop boutiques without breaking the bank.

On Friday, February 26th, PLRG is teaming up with Lumen to hold the second annual battle- where five local boutiques, and defending champion LeDress, will each stomp their stilettos in an effort to be voted the most stylish.

Each store will display five looks each, including items of clothing for $100 or less (dresses and outerwear count as 2 items). B-96’s Showbiz Shelly will MC and the audience, along with our panel of celebrity judges will be casting their votes- and enjoying complimentary cocktails and appetizers provided by Ultimat Vodka and Hub51.

We are now taking applications from boutiques interested in participating! Act quickly if you are interested, as the deadline is December 18th. This ultimate gala for local fashion, food and cocktails will provide you with a great platform to expose your business to nearly 300 of Chicago’s fashionistas, in addition to the expected press in Chicago’s top media publications. Entry will include models, event production and a full PR & promotional campaign to include your boutique’s logo and business information. The 2009 BOTB sold out within 1 week and resulted in press in the Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Tribune, Metromix, Time-Out Chicago and The Red Eye. Media clips from last year can be found here.

To apply or receive more information about participation or general BOTB sponsorship opportunities, email Noelle at Noelle@poorlittlerichgirls.com.