Here are some don’t-blink-or-you’ll-miss-them opportunities to find locally made and sourced finds this holiday season. December 2-4 North Shore Flea Holiday Pop-Up Show Join us for 3 days of amazing vintage finds packed into a beautiful storefront in downtown Highwood in Chicago’s North Shore. The show is right on restaurant row with Tap House, Washington Gardens […]
Dry skin and brittle hair, be gone! We’ve found the hottest beauty treatments that will keep you feeling refreshed this fall. Dry Brushing This process involves rubbing the skin with a dry, natural bristle brush, which you can find at health food stores such as Whole Foods. Before stepping into the shower, gently brush your […]
What’s the best way to save on essentials without resorting to dollar-store cosmetics? Here are 7 tips to keep both your beauty and your budget intact. 1. Makeup Brushes In addition to extending the life on pricey makeup applicators, regularly cleaning your brushes is just the sanitary thing to do. And if you really need […]
Vintage fiends rejoice: Modern Vintage Chicago is October 22 and 23 at Randolph Street Market. The event promises to be a shoppers’ paradise, offering a fabulous assortment of vintage jewelry, furniture and clothing. To score the best finds, follow these tips from local experts. Channel Steve Jobs (Trust your Gut) Vintage jewelry designer Tracey Burton […]
Autumn’s bold hues have been splashed across our fingernails! We’ve noticed an elemental theme to these shades, which seem to pull the very best colors from nature. Fire For the last several seasons a standout dark shade has captured the attention of the style set, and this year it’s deep red, like Deborah Lippmann’s maroon […]
Anyone who has been to a charity event with North Shore families knows that it’s easy to be stunned by all the gorgeous, stylish women living in our communities. But what really makes some of these women beautiful is their generosity and commitment to supporting organizations that touch lives. For our Best Dressed issue […]
With her predilection for head-turning colors and prints by way of classic, feminine shapes, Michelle Obama has established herself as one of the country’s foremost fashion icons. She’s also proved time and again that, while she can rock designer duds with the best of them, you don’t need to spend a fortune to look […]
One of the most fun things about dressing for fall is figuring out ways to extend the lives of some of our favorite summer pieces. After all, just because the days are getting grayer, it doesn’t mean our clothes have to. A well-chosen jacket or pair of boots can make even springy dresses feel appropriate […]
Love double duty products? We do too, but they don’t always work for both areas. This lip and cheek stain is a great beauty staple that creates a beautiful bronzey, rose gold shade for your lips and cheeks. Infused with coconut extract, it also smells delightful. This one is a “better.” $24 each from popular […]
The fall season calls for breaking out your chunky sweaters, favorite boots, and a new beauty product or hairstyle. We’ve narrowed down the best fall beauty trends you can work into your routine. Hair Messy Buns: You CAN wear a bun without looking like you’ve walked out of Swan Lake. A messy bun (see above […]
