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Debbie Phelps signs deal with Chico's

by Cat Lincoln (Subscribe to Cat Lincoln's posts)
Posted Sep 3rd 2008 at 1:39PM  
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In a triumph for lovers of bright patterns and matching jewelry, Debbie Phelps, mother of Olympic Champion Michael Phelps, middle school vice principal and expert accessorizer, now has her own six-figure deal with the Chico's clothing chain.

As part of the deal she will appear in their marketing materials, including the catalog and probably the website. She will also be dressed by Chico's for appearances. Watch for her on Oprah!

The Chico's fashion philosophy is a bit flowing and embellished for some. As you can see in the Debbie Phelps Collection (that we posted about last week), which highlights some of Debbie's looks from the Olympics, every print can benefit from a belt, and statements earrings are always paired with matching chunky necklaces.

The Debbie Phelps Collection at Chico's

(click thumbnails to view gallery)

  • Great Bloom Dovara Jacket
  • Chinese Garden Donya Jacket
  • Breezy Sheer Marjory Jacket
  • Persian Luster Zariah Jacket
  • Jillisa Necklace
That said, we are filled with admiration for anyone who can be so consistently pulled together, especially while on an extended overseas trip. At the Olympics, Debbie's hair and make up were always flawless (she has a very Liz Taylor aesthetic, don't you think?) and her Chico's wardrobe suited her perfectly.

We are delighted to see that she's getting a little special treatment and reward after all those years of supporting Michael, driving him to the pool and doing his laundry. It's about time she was celebrated. And kudos to Chico's for recognizing and rewarding a loyal customer!

Check out some of the looks in Debbie's collection in the gallery.
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Filed under: Accessories, CELEBRITY STYLE, Fashion, Celebrity, Best of the Season, Steal the Style
Tags: chicos, chunky necklaces, ChunkyNecklaces, debbie phelps, DebbiePhelps, embellished, liz taylor, LizTaylor, michael phelps, MichaelPhelps, middle school, MiddleSchool, olympics, oprah
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mimi, 9-04-2008, 3:41PM

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mimi

one question--is chicos trying to commit a marketing disaster/

these are the ugliest clothes i have ever seen--just because your son wins gold--doesnt mean you are suddenly a fashion icon-

where is heidi klume and tim gun when we need them

three words-tasteless-tacky -ugly

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Pat Haggerton, 2-04-2010, 8:12PM

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Pat Haggerton

Just received Shers' secret style issue and have seen the styles in store today in San Antonio....I wish sometimes you would show how someone my size would wear these wonderful clothes.....I am 5'2' and wear your size 2 and I
am 75 and still love fashion....and there are a huge population just like me.....the style and colors are the most beautiful ever....Thanks for listening...Pat Haggerton, Wimberley,Texas...512-847-3561...

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