After 21 years, Evanston’s Asinamali closed in April. Fortunately for fans of the shop, owner Kellie Poulos has 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 […]
Accessorizing can be the best part about getting ready. It allows you to dress up or dress down any outfit while still being able to express yourself. Not only does a great accessory complete an outfit, it also serves as a conversation piece. These stylish accessories all have a powerful story behind them. More and […]
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; […]
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 & […]
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; […]
Wish you could wear yoga pants to work or dinner in the city? Glenview’s Grace Steer has designed bodysuits and shapewear, dresses, pants, tops and jackets that look chic but feel comfortable. You’ll also find vintage clothing and jewelry at this boutique, where employees are committed to providing a shopping experience as high in quality […]
The jewelry you choose can upgrade your simple T-shirt and jeans style and even slim your frame. Personal stylist and co-founder of Style Spies, Mollie Milano shows us how to mix and match our jewelry to boost the everyday plain T-shirt and jeans look. All items featured in this video are from Willow Boutique. Willow […]
Summer temps bring a seasonal dressing dilemma: How do you abide by a corporate dress code when you have a chic post-work cocktail hour? If you have no time to spare in between, senior marketing director of Westfield Old Orchard Shannon Ridgeway has a few tricks to swap a cubicle look for an ensemble worthy […]
August is just around the corner and so is our annual “Best Of” edition, brimming with reader picks from fashion and shopping to fitness and entertainment. The polls are now CLOSED, and we’re busy counting the votes! Look for our Best of 2014 winners in the August magazine.
Spring is finally here. Pastels, feminine shapes, and geometric patterns—these are the things that should fill your closet this season. Follow our lead and become the trendsetter you’ve always aspired to be. Cheers to Black and White Pictured: ALC lace inlay blouse: $345, Barneys New York; Trina Turk black and white print pant: $278, […]
