Denim Shorts and Over the Knee Leopard Boots at StyleChicago

Note: this is arguably the worst picture I've ever seen of Vered. Unfortunately, it's also the only picture I have of this outfit. Sorry, boo!

StyleChicago events are always early on Friday evenings, so it's usually a mad dash to get home, changed, and downtown in time for VIP cocktail hour! As usual, I had NO IDEA what I was going to wear: it was freezing, snowing, and still slushy from previous snow. I figured these boots ought to do the trick (with, no joke, two pairs of socks) but was at a loss for what else to wear. I try to let my crazy flag fly during these fashion events because they are certainly the best format. Somehow, the idea of these shorts with tights came to me and I made my poor husband dig them out of storage! I am very pleased with how the look came out, although I with the blazer was made of a heavier, more textured fabric. A black velvet blazer is on my wishlist!

Guest Model: Party Dress for Mom-to-Be

This is my gorgeous sister Liz who, as you can see, is HELLA PREGNANT. But that didn't stop her one bit from parting all night with us like a champ (okay, well except for the alcohol bit...). I thought this dress was so clever and she looked so beautiful, she needed to be featured as a guest model.

The genius of the print on this (comfy cotton!) dress is that it totally fools the eye. Scroll back up to the first picture of her from straight on. Because the print is so graphic and asymmetrical, it's hard to tell if she's even pregnant, until she turns to the side and reveals the magic she's baking there! Pair that with high, but comfortable wedges and a sparkly clutch, and she's good to go.

Here are some other party-worthy maternity dresses with illusion prints. Click the smaller pictures below for more info.