Those garden-variety grocery store flowers will do in a pinch, but when you want to impress, a good florist is your best bet. We roamed the wilds of Chicago and the North Shore in search of the brightest florists in the field. Below is our perfectly pruned arrangement of floral designers to suit every taste […]
As day camps and summer jobs begin to wind down, it is evident that the new school year is around the corner. What better way to fuel the excitement than with a school supply shopping spree? The clean, organized look of new binders, shiny mechanical pencils and fresh notebooks is hard for anyone to resist. […]
With fall fast approaching, there’s no better time to re-evaluate your beauty routine. Eager to try a new shade of lipstick? Ready to test a new eye cream? Go for it! To help inspire your new purchase, we’ve polled our staff to get a glimpse into the Make It Better beauty bag. Enjoy! Susan Noyes, […]
Since the August/September issue of Make It Better is highlighting ways to age well, I’m here to add some fantastic options regarding one of the most common medical issues that, ironically, is also one of the most overlooked: chronic vein disease. Most of my patients have dealt with nagging, aggravating spider and varicose veins for […]
Parenting is not an easy gig. The endless tasks and countless responsibilities can become overwhelming. But in this digital age, there are so many tools aimed at making life simpler. These handy gadgets and apps make groceries appear at your doorstep, let you know where your kids are, check on the dog while you’re out, […]
Stio Mountain Studio has now opened its doors in Bucktown, offering a unique mountain life experience through apparel and design. All clothing is created and tested in Jackson Hole, highlighting the authenticity of the brands, and emphasizing the ultimate mountain experience. With selections for men, women and children, Stio Mountain Studio is sure to have […]
Helene March owns two pairs of leather shorts. The first, from a chi-chi shop on Oak Street, cost $400. The second, from H&M, cost $14. Even March is surprised that she wears the $14 pair more often. March styles the shorts—fuller, with a paper-bag waist, and short but not tiny—with strappy black sandals and a fitted […]
Step inside Arizona’s Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, and you’ll be surprised to meet the newest member of the hotel staff. Bixby, a yellow lab, is the resort’s dog ambassador, greeting guests as they enter the lobby. Some might say this resort has gone to the dogs! The luxurious Fairmont brand, in recognition of the fact that […]
Sunglasses are a staple, no matter the season. We wear them not only for the glamour and style (see fashion icons Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly), but we also wear sunglasses for our comfort and our health. Medical experts say whenever you are out in the sun you should be wearing sunglasses because UV radiation […]
When you’re leaving your children in the hands of someone other than a family member, it can be very difficult to hand over the reigns. However, there are many wonderful people who love taking care of kids, and if you choose a nanny or sitter carefully, that person could very well come to feel like […]
