8 Activewear Lines You’ll Want to Sport Outside the Gym

Workout wear isn’t what it used to be. With celebrity trainers and athletic bloggers posting their gym looks on social media and high-end fashion designers incorporating activewear into their collections, fitness has definitely become fashionable. Sheer-paneled leggings, cut-out sports bras and funky socks aren’t your mom’s high-cut leotards. Suit up in gear from any of […]

2016 Wedding Ideas, Tips and Trends to Help You Plan

A wedding celebration marks not only the marriage of two people who’ve waited a lifetime to walk down the aisle together, but also the culmination of months or even years of preparation for the big event. Not sure where to start? Read our wedding guide for help finding the perfect gown and jewelry, selecting the […]

Bridal Bliss: Wedding Dresses and Accessories for Your Big Day

On your wedding day, it’s all about the details. From intricate beading to breathtaking lace and sparkling jewels, these gowns and accessories will ensure you dazzle from head to toe. Credits: Photos by Jennifer Avello Styled by Lesley Simon Written by Brooke McDonald Model: Natalie Patricelli of 10MGMT Makeup by Gabrielle Raguso of Glam’d Chicago Hair […]

The Best New Beauty Products and Gadgets of 2016

A new year means a new crop of beauty products and tools hits the shelves of your favorite retailers. Kick off 2016 looking your best with our top picks, guaranteed to breathe new life into your beauty regimen. ghd platinum styler, $249 Straightening-iron addicts know that heat can wreak havoc on hair. But now there’s […]

Alpha Girls: Stories From Lone Women in Business

Thankfully, the state of affairs for women in the workplace no longer resembles a “Mad Men” episode. The blatant gender bias that once ruled in workplaces has largely been banished. But while women have generally succeeded in overcoming the barriers to getting hired, today’s hurdles, often called “second-generation bias,” instead involve achieving respect and advancement. […]

Sneak More Vegetables Into Your Diet With These 5 Recipes

We all know that vegetables are good for us, and that most of us definitely don’t get enough of them. Health.gov recommends a minimum of five servings a day, but what does that translate to in real life? Servings are typically measured by the half-cup and cup — for most vegetables, a half-cup is one […]

Make It Better's Instagram Year in Review

Make It Better has had quite the year! To recap, we rounded up our favorite Instagrams from 2015. Make sure you follow Make It Better on Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at what we’re up to and a sneak peek at what’s coming up in the latest issue of the magazine. A photo posted by Make It […]

100 Things to Do This Winter

Updated Jan. 10, 2018 Sometimes it’s hard to get out of that winter blues funk. Without the excitement of the holidays, snow and sub-zero temperatures lose their appeal and winter quickly becomes monotonous. Luckily, Make It Better has a wealth of ideas to keep you occupied — some indoors, some outdoors, some a little out there, and some that take no […]

New in Town: Vive Blowout Service Comes to 63 Chicago Salons

Need a last-minute blowout? Vive is here to help. Book an appointment only 30 minutes in advance (or up to one week out) and head to the salon nearest you, handpicked by the Vive team. Email and text message confirmations are provided instantly and directions to the salon are also included. Additionally, Vive offers unlimited […]