Fresh: Kate Spade at Northbrook Court
Tired of schlepping to the city to score your favorite Kate Spade New York pieces?
14 Things to Always Keep in Your Purse
Your purse is a one-stop shop—bank, first-aid kit, fashion-emergency-solver, beauty bar and boredom buster—all in one. Keep these items in your bag at all times, and you’ll be ready to conquer anything. For fashion emergencies Velcro adhesive dots allow you to turn up a sleeve that is too long, secure a fallen hem, and hold […]
11 Best Back-to-School Bags
Find your favorite carryall for the upcoming school year.
Premium Outlet Shopping
Find something for every occasion at Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets® and Chicago Premium Outlets®. These area Premium Outlet Centers® offer a “who’s who” of your favorite designer labels and name brands at low outlet prices. Stores include A|X Armani Exchange, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Converse, Elie Tahari, Gap Outlet, J.Crew, Juicy […]
Fresh: Marlene Atelier Custom Suits
Once a CPA and business executive, Marlene Franke is putting aside two decades of work in the financial world to produce custom-tailored professional suits for women inspired by 1950s fashion. After launching downtown last fall, Franke is now crafting these custom suits in the North Shore. Her spring-summer 2013 collection, entitled “Pinnacle,” features several styles […]
Eye Spy: Best Sunglasses for Summer
Sunglasses are a summer staple. Not only do you want to protect your peepers and the delicate skin around your eyes from damaging UV rays, but you also want to look your best. And there’s nothing like a stunning pair of frames to take your outfit from “OK” to “oh, HEY.” Try any of these […]
Fresh: Wrist Wishes
Rock this stylish bracelet to show your support for the causes you believe in. Adding a “shining little glimmer of hope into the lives of all who wrap the [bracelets] around their wrists” was the concept Nicole LaCross had in mind when creating her Chicago-based company, Wrist Wishes. LaCross was inspired to start the company […]
Copy These Celebrity Hairstyles and Makeup Looks
With summer soirees in full swing, what better time to try out a fresh new hairstyle or update your makeup look. Replicate these easy-to-do celebrity hairstyles and makeup tutorials for a chic, red-carpet look. HAIR The Lob (aka Long Bob) January Jones and Julianne Hough currently sport this fresh take on the bob. As opposed […]
8 Great Gala Gowns: The Long and Short of Gala Season
Enjoy a sneak peek at 8 gala gowns that we love right now. With gowns by Liancarlo, Peter Hidalgo, Tom & Linda Platt, Lourdes Chavez and more, there are plenty of options to be best dressed at any upcoming event. And don’t forget to save the date! Lincoln Park Zoo Ball: Wild At Heart – […]
Play With Pattern: How to Wear Printed Pants
The thought of trying on a pair of printed pants can send some women running for the parking lot. Don’t fret! We’ll show you how to pull off pattern this summer and fall by mixing in interesting textures and picking up on the print’s dominant colors. PLAY WITH COLOR House of […]
