It's a Shore Thing
Mindy Fauntleroy believes in christening her new boat in traditional celebratory fashion and … with a little bubbly.
Get the Facts on the Fashion Industry
Want to know why the little black dress IS the little black dress? Working professionals now have the opportunity to learn more about the psychology of fashion, as well as its sociological and economic impact—Steven Fisher will lead a 6-week course this summer, offered through Northwestern University. The class will meet weekly beginning June […]
TOMS Sunglasses Bring Sight to Those in Need
TOMS shoe brand is opening a new chapter in its One for One campaign: Eyewear. The company that originally donated shoes to children in developing countries has now launched a sunglasses line to address another basic necessity. For every pair of sunglasses bought, TOMS gives sight to one person by working with local eye […]
Beach Bag Must Haves
Before you grab a juicy beach read and your preferred sunscreen, throw these extras in your tote for the ultimate day of sunny relaxation. Hair Skip the visor and instead try this season’s glamorous 70’s styles in a floppy brimmed sunhat or a super chic turban. Floppy Stripe Hat, $29.95, GAP Sosostris Headband, $28, Anthropologie […]
Fashionable Father’s Day Gifts
Dads do so much for us, and now it’s time to show them a little love. We rounded up fun but functional gifts that demonstrate what a stylish guy he is. For the deck We love the leather detail on this TOMS slip-on, which gives it more of a deck shoe feel. Like all […]
4 New Summer Beauty Treatments
Summer beauty problems just got easier to solve thanks to these 4 new spa treatments. Strut your stuff on the beach, at the pool or on the tennis court. Blast Unwanted Belly (and Bum) Fat Diet and exercise is a sure-fire way to win the battle of the bulge, but sometimes you need something […]
Better or Bust: Renting a Dress
Could a rental dress work for you? We recently wrote an article about renting dresses and accessories for formal occasions. Hmmm. I had two dressy benefits, two weeks apart and with guest overlap. Time to try a dress rental for Better or Bust. I used Rent the Runway and chose a black Christian Siriano […]
Summer Fashion Trends
We’re packing away our sweaters, coats and tights—summer is here at last! With the days finally heating up, our Resident Stylephiles Jeannine Benoit of Second City Style and NBC’s “Nonstop Scene Chicago” and Dhana Cohen of The Next Big Zing share more of their favorite warm weather trends. If there’s one overarching theme to […]
Get Smart about Sunscreen
After a Chicago winter that has seemingly extended into May, it’s no surprise we’re craving some Vitamin D. To prep for sunshine, now’s the perfect time to reevaluate your skin protection. The supermarket shelves are stocked with different sunscreens, but what should you be looking for? Chemical vs. Physical Sun protection is classified into two […]
Summer Frizzies Contest: Win a Free Keratin Treatment
Endlessly frustrated by your wild, unmanageable mane? Here’s your chance to win a treatment to turn an unruly ’do into the hair of your dreams! Send Robert Gold Salon & Spa a photo of your wayward locks and you could receive a free Keratin treatment. They will select the one lucky participant who has […]
