As the polar vortex makes way for sunny skies and above-freezing temperatures, Westfield Old Orchard sprinkles its park-like shopping center with a welcome sight: spring must-haves! Senior marketing director Shannon Ridgeway shares the trends of the (long-awaited) season: 1. 50 Shades of Blue “One of the hottest hues for spring is any variation of blue, […]
If you are lucky enough to be planning a sunny spring break, you might feel overwhelmed when it comes to packing your suitcase. You haven’t had to think about tank tops and flip-flops for months, so while you’re ticking off your vast list of things to do to get prepared, we’ll take that stress […]
After this relentless winter, spring break is a critical time for your skin. The importance of proper preparation cannot be underestimated. Here are EGEA’s suggestions and favorite go-to products to pack: EXFOLIATE: Start now! Slough off that old dead layer of skin. Spa Cells by Supracor can be used in the shower or dry. […]
The Spring 2014 collections showed an inspired color palette of soft pastels and vivid brights that stand alone brilliantly or blend together ably to create a sensible balance. We continued to see traditional fashion “rules” broken: the use of white as a workable year-round color; traditional masculine shades of beige, blue, and gray finding a […]
Carla Makowski, Design Team leader at Andreas Hogue Salon, shares her tips on keeping your color-treated hair vibrant and longer-lasting. 1. Avoid shampooing daily. Try shampooing your hair every other day or less. Use a dry shampoo, such as Pureology Fresh Approach Dry Shampoo, in between washes to refresh your hair and absorb oils. […]
To truly know anything well requires research and lots of practice. A former boss once gave me counsel: “Pick something you’re interested in, and become an expert at it.” While I didn’t spend the 10,000 hours or so it takes to become an official expert, over the past three weeks I have read reviews from […]
Like the color palette, ready-to-wear trends are both approachable and wearable for Spring 2014. It was a particularly strong season for sportswear, with designers’ focus set on supplying women with modern basics, fluid fabrics, and fresh approaches to daytime and evening attire. Several trends that have been building gradually were shown fully realized this season. […]
George Kotsiopoulos’ influence on Hollywood’s fashion scene is considerable. Recognized as one of the most powerful stylists in the biz, he has dictated the wardrobes of some of the world’s most-watched women, including Julianne Moore and Zoe Saldana. Kotsiopoulos’ impressive career of nearly 20 years has allowed him to wear a variety of fashion hats: […]
Spring break is nearing, and if you’re headed someplace warm and beachy, add these protective clothing items to your packing list. I greet the sun wrapped up like a mummy, and I spend a good chunk of the summer months chasing down my kids, slathering them with white goop and begging them to wear […]
Using oil to clean your face? You’d have to be nuts. But believe it or not, many of the most popular facial cleansing oils today are derived from just that: nuts. Kathy Pappas, principal at Evanston’s Egea Spa, says that she has always used only the highest quality hazelnut oil in all of her facial […]
