Image consultants Joe Lupo and Jesse Garza are showing women how they can dress for success in their careers. Their latest book, Work It!: Visual Therapy’s Guide to Your Ultimate Career Wardrobe, gives advice on how to create a work look for yourself that’s both chic and professional. Style Inspiration “Work It” profiles 20 […]
The most important occasions call for an element of drama, whether it be a tier of ruffles, a striking shade or a poignant story. The Bride On your wedding day, don’t be afraid to make a statement. Surely, you can’t go wrong with a simple and elegant A-line gown, but when else will you […]
Recent brutal temperatures haven’t stopped stores from filling with airy dresses, fluttery tops, colorful prints and other stylish spring treats. It’s a cruel twist of fate that all these pieces seem just out of reach when there’s still snow on the ground. But don’t let that flowery frock mock you—brighten your mood and your […]
Head downtown this weekend for a glamorous peek into history. In honor of Black History Month, Macy’s on State Street is celebrating fashion icon Eunice W. Johnson and her legendary EBONY Fashion Fair, the world’s largest traveling fashion show. Spectacular couture and decades of designer looks from Johnson’s private archives will be on display […]
’Tis the season for flowers, chocolates and other tempting treats. The sight of you in something sexy and seductive will beguile your guy and set the sparks flying. But what works for him might not be your first choice in intimates, no matter how much you want to spoil him. Here, we round up […]
You’ve got your mineral makeup and organic face scrub, but your perfume is still laced with man-made oils and chemicals. We’re not suggesting you pitch your Chanel No. 5 or Dior J’adore, but if you’re in the market for a new scent, check out fragrances made from natural oils and materials for a different […]
Things seem to get bigger in January. We trade in our sleek fall trenches for giant puffy coats, our high-heeled shooties for lug-soled boots, and our pretty party purses for schlep-it-all shoppers. A big bag is a must when you need to tote extra layers, Kleenex, cough drops and other wintry necessities along with […]
Having run her boutique, “Oui, Madame!” out of various locations on the North Shore since 2000, Vicki Hofstetter of Evanston has finally found a permanent home for her business in downtown Winnetka. The shop carries the best Parisian costume jewelry, for special occasions and every day, as well as Parisian gifts and home accents. C’est […]
When it comes to jewelry, nothing does it like diamonds. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, some of us may be dropping hints to our honeys. But it’s also satisfying to splurge on a diamond for yourself, whether it’s for a special occasion, a personal reward, or just because. If you’re in the market for […]
Hunting down a Louis Vuitton bag for less? Need to know if that new mascara really works? Some of your best beauty resources and fashion deals can be found as quickly as you can flip open your laptop. Consider yourself an “insider” with these websites and blogs. Get the scoop from the experts Thebeautygirl.com Nicole […]
