Making improvements to your home should be about more than aesthetics. There are changes you can make today that not only improve the durability and energy efficiency of your home, but its longevity and health as well. We asked Brandon Weiss, founder of Weiss Building & Development LLC in South Elgin, to share his tips on green innovations […]
This is the month for celebrating the fathers in our lives. These outfits might inspire some gift ideas for the man you love—no matter his formal or casual style. Dapper Dad Pictured: Bonobos shorts: $68, Nordstrom; V-neck sweater: $145, J.McLaughlin; Checkered shirt: $145, J.McLaughlin; Sperry Top-Sider: $150, Nordstrom; Martin Dingman woven belt: $50,Nordstrom; […]
Love a movie so much you truly want to look the part? Wait no longer because makeup collections inspired by movies are now a thing. Jupiter Ascending The upcoming flick “Jupiter Ascending,” starring Mila Kunis and Channing Tatum, is the latest entrant into the field. Ulta is carrying a limited edition Pur Minerals collection of […]
Chicago real-estate consultant Rhea Campbell recently returned from a nine-day vacation in Thailand. Campbell, her husband and their six-year-old son flew business class and they stayed at upscale hotels in Phuket, Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Campbell and her family take about five trips every year, visiting places like Italy’s Amalfi Coast, Punta Cana and Monterey, Calif. If you’re not envious already, consider this: […]
Summer is all about the gadgets. With the polar vortex now a distant memory (well, almost), we’re staring down a full season of sunshine, barbecues and long nights spent on the patio. Whether you’ll be manning the grill and serving up summer treats, traveling cross-country, or getting outside to break a sweat, these 10 gadgets […]
After 21 years, Evanston’s Asinamali closed in April. Fortunately for fans of the shop, owner Kellie Pouloshas combined the store with her other boutique, Coucou, to create Coucou & Olive. While Asinamali appealed to a younger crowd, Coucou was a store for a more sophisticated woman in her 40s, 50s or 60s. At Coucou & […]
In 1947, at age two, Temple Grandin was diagnosed with autism. In that era, that verdict usually led to a forgotten, institutionalized life. Instead, Grandin found her way to great success, as have so many similar others in Silicon Valley and beyond. “Geeks, nerds, socially awkward and autism spectrum really are all the same thing—and […]
Looking to update your summer wardrobe? Consider hosting a clothing swap with your friends. The rules are pretty basic: Each participant is required to bring a minimum number of items (accessories and clothing) so there is plenty to choose from. Clothes must be good quality, and not stained or overly worn. Anything is fair game; […]
College diplomas once signaled the beginning of financial independence. But in recent years, the difficult job market is making is tough for recent grads to get on their feet. So, an increasing number of kids from the so-called “boomerang generation” are returning to the nest and looking to Mom and Dad for continued support. Nicole […]
This past winter was rough in many respects, including on our skin. While chapped lips and cracked hands may be distant memories, the warm weather can bring new skin concerns. “Summer is better for dry skin,” says Dr. Ross Levy, M.D., a dermatologist from NorthShore University HealthSystem. “People with itchy, scratchy skin will see it improve.” In […]
