Shop the Runway: Autohaus LAUNCH

The Autohaus LAUNCH Fashion Show was filled with fun fashions. Whether you scored a seat along the runway or simply in a shopping mood, you’ll enjoy our exclusive buyer’s guide.   LAUNCH Buyer’s Guide Jolie Femme To purchase items, visit joliefemmeclothing.com or call 847-501-4322 Look 1 Ivan Grundahl Brown Linen cropped jacket   $463 Beige Linen […]

Shop the Runway: Autohaus LAUNCH 2013

The 2013 Autohaus LAUNCH: Driving Fashion Forward Fashion Show was filled with fun looks for spring. Whether you scored a seat along the runway or are simply in a shopping mood, you’ll enjoy our exclusive buyer’s guide to shop for the looks you loved. Congratulations to the Columbia College Emerging Designer winner Ashley Reed, who was […]

Perfectly Fit: Stylish Workout Gear

Make It Better spent an afternoon in the relaxing confines of Bikram Yoga North Shore photographing some of the season’s newest activewear. From running to yoga, we’ve created an outfit for whichever way you choose to get fit. (Right: Tory Burch Tote, $375, Nordstrom; Mosabee Eco-Friendly Yoga Mat, $44, Bikram Yoga North Shore; Keith Haring […]

7 Sins of Beauty

Just because you have your beauty routine down to a science, doesn’t mean you don’t have a few bad habits that you could stand to kick. Breaking these habits will make you more beautiful in the long run, so here are 7 good reasons to finally make some changes. 1. Washing your hair everyday  No […]

Nail Polish Favorites Spring 2013

After scanning the spring collections, we’ve found our favorite nail polish colors for spring break, and hopefully a little warmth on our own shore. From coral red to creamy nude, these polishes will keep your digits looking chic this season.   Special Effects This spring, have fun with sparkles and confetti. Whether it’s only on […]

Fresh: BloOuts Highland Park

BloOuts blow dry bar is the newest addition to Highland Park. After blowing out celebs such as Jennifer Aniston, Vera Wang and Hillary Clinton, stylist Vivian Arpino decided to take her talents to the suburbs. For $35, you can get one of more than 20 celebrity-inspired hairstyles. Fashionistas can browse through styles on an iPad […]

Is Botox Right For You?

Botox® is sometimes called a “facelift in a bottle”. This purified protein, injected directly into the muscles causes muscles to relax and smooth out. You can look years younger without surgery. Botox is: Safe and effective No downtime Immediate results Where is Botox used? It is most effective for lines and wrinkles between your brows, […]

Spring Chic: Secrets from Fashionable Women

Transitioning from one season to the next can be tricky in the Midwest. Fashionable women can’t vacuum pack all their winter duds and depend solely on their spring collection of silky blouses and flirty skirts. Winter looms for months; cold ebbs and flows. Even still, small boutiques and large chains all have unleashed their cheerful […]

Look Younger Without Plastic Surgery

The fountain of youth—we’re all trying to find it, but many of us don’t want to go under the knife to get the results. Where should you start? Unfurrow that brow, there are many pathways to beautiful, youthful skin. Here are a few that meet a variety of needs and budgets. Anti-Aging Products   Makeup […]

3 Easy No-Sew Sweater Updates

Are your winter sweaters looking as tired as your neighbor’s Christmas decorations? Without sewing a stitch, you can add some glamour to sweaters that are starting to lose their style. Sweater Upgrade #1: Wool Felting Appliqué One pullover sweater A set of cookie cutters or fondant cutters of varying size Thick piece of foam as […]