Holiday Party Dresses

  Holiday parties have begun to fill our calendar. Whether you’re more attracted to bold jewel tones or the simple sophistication of black, we have assembled six looks for the upcoming season of soirees.     1. Pick an LBD with personality Jacquard dress, $298, Sara Campbell; Jimmy Choo peep toes, $550, Shirise; 14k yellow gold […]

Fresh: The Fitting Room

Check out this stylish and elegant lingerie boutique in Grayslake! The Fitting Room offers professional bra-fittings, lingerie styling, bridal services, personal shopping and men’s services as well as beautiful and affordable lingerie, foundations/shapewear and other accessories from today’s top designers. Offering bra sizes through N cup size and designers such as Cosabella and Simone Perele Lingerie, […]

Hip Humanitarian: Products that Make A Difference

The success of TOMS shoes has opened doors of opportunity for social entrepreneurs and companies that have a humanitarian focus. We’ve found some of the most fashion-forward brands and chic accessory labels that are donating to causes in big ways.   Roma Boots, $42-84 For each pair of rain boots purchased, Roma will donate a pair […]

DIY Sparkle Pumps

Sadly, I can only blame one of my problems today on the design house of Nina Ricci and the jeweled ankle strapped lovelies that will set a girl back $1295. Even if I couldn’t come up with a good reason on why that is a crazy number to spend on one pair of shoes, my […]

Fresh: Medical ID Fashions

Artist and cancer survivor Abbe Sennett brings us trendy medical ID bracelets to encourage those struggling with health issues to wear their ID plates in a fun and fashionable way! Originally a professional artist with pieces in Chicago shows, galleries and even editorial publications, Abbe’s career was cut short when a diagnosis of cancer sent […]

5 Chic Fall Jackets

Layering is a necessity again. We’ve sifted through all of the fall catalogs and revisited the fall 2012 fashion shows to bring you our top five jacket styles for October’s transition to fall.   1. The Fitted Blazer This piece is a classic and can put that extra bit of polish (and warmth) to almost […]

“Bag it!” at LILL Studio’s Annual Handbag Sample Sale

  Hit the sale on Saturday, September 15—one day only—doors open at 8 a.m. until noon.   2,800 bags and accessories, all at 50 to 90% off: new bags added every hour! LILL Warehouse 1511 W. 38th St. Chicago (Free street and in lot parking) LILL Studio encourages customers to express their individuality and personal […]

Back-to-School Fashion Pre-Requisites: Little Sprout Edition

Teachers send a list of school supplies for your little munchkins’ new year of school, so we decided to do the same for fashion. After consulting moms and a couple pre-k and elementary school teachers, we’ve pinpointed a few of the trends that should be in your kids’ closet this fall. Pre-K Girls From voluminous […]

Fresh: "Skandal"-ously Stylish!

Katie Cory combines her two loves, fashion and Scandinavia, with the opening of her new store “Skandal” in downtown Winnetka. Beginning with her store opening on a Thursday, a day of good luck for business, Katie incorporates her richly Scandinavian background into her new, fashion-forward boutique. Offering outerwear, handbags, household goods, scarves, shoes, jewelry and, […]