Here at AJ Retreat, we specialize in the natural approach to nail and skin care by prescribing treatment programs specifically tailored to fit your individual needs. We use only the highest-quality products available to professional salons and spas together with superior quality, convenience and incredible value to provide a healthier alternative for nail and skin […]
Don’t let bad weather dampen your spirits, or your sense of fashion. Here’s our roundup of rain gear that’s functional, yet fashionable. Raincoats that have you covered and boots that keep you dry, while putting a spring in your step. Get ready to sizzle through the drizzle this spring! Spiritrap Water-Repellent Wrap Score big as […]
A generation ago, the rules of etiquette dictated pretty clearly how we should conduct ourselves in different situations. But, it’s a whole new world (filled with all kinds of new technology), leaving a lot of room for error when it comes to modern manners. “Etiquette is defined as societal norms of politeness, so of course […]
Spring is in full bloom at Maya Papaya & Tony Macarony. Come in and shop our new arrivals for girls and boys 0-12. From comfy play dresses, to cool t-shirts, to special occasion looks, we have the clothes kids and parents both love! We carry the largest selection of Tea Collection on the North Shore, […]
Kathy Hardy, Winnetka Community Nursery School Director, says she has always regretted not “buying” her daughter, now 27, an extra year of preschool. “As parents you can’t help but want the leg up for your child,” Hardy says. Hardy is referring to academic redshirting, the practice of intentionally holding your child out an extra year […]
The employees at The Glen Town Center’s new pet boutique know that there’s nothing more important to a pet owner than the health and well being of their four-legged children. Wet Nose, which opened in December, specializes in natural foods and gourmet treats that will leave your furry friend healthy and happy. You’ll also find […]
When you walk inside this new lifestyle boutique, don’t be afraid to fall in love with what you see because everything is for sale. Exhibit, which opened in November, is a fully curated apartment-style space filled with furniture, clothing, jewelry and accessories that local owners Mari-Rose McManus and Anne Kelly describe as “mid-century modern meets […]
There’s an overwhelming variety of makeup lines and beauty products currently on the market, which makes it hard to know which ones to try and which ones really work. We went straight to the makeup artists to learn more about their favorite makeup products. 1. “At the moment, I am LOVING the Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Flawless Fluide Foundation. It’s […]
When she left for vacation in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, Lindsey had no idea she would meet the love of her life. Nico and his family, originally from Milan, were living in Spain at the time, so fate definitely played a hand in getting this couple together. When Nico decided it was time to propose, […]
Are your healthy New Year’s resolutions now a distant memory? Have you been enjoying far too many decadent meals and over-the-top desserts? Have a few weeks passed since you visited the gym? We understand. But, let’s make today the day we get back on track. Set a plan for the day and the coming week. […]
