Is dieting not giving you the body you want? The answer: Some areas of fat do not go away no matter how much you exercise, and eat healthy. A great option is PureLipo, an alternative to traditional liposuction. It is an in-office procedure, affordable, minimal downtime, done under local anesthesia, safe and effective. Your […]
Once upon a time, “eco-friendly fashion” conjured up images of drab, baggy garments hanging at the back of health food stores. No longer. Nowadays, you can find everything from tailored jackets to workout wear made from sustainable fabrics. In time for Earth Day on April 22, we’ve rounded up our favorite organic pieces that […]
How many times have you bought a dress for a wedding, charity event or other special occasion, only to wear it once and never again? High-fashion rental websites are for those of us who like sporting something new for each event, but don’t want to break the bank. All of these sites offer free return […]
Tune into QVC this Monday, April 4, to see the launch of VT Luxe, a new accessories line from style experts Joe Lupo and Jesse Garza. The dream team behind fashion consultancy Visual Therapy helps women get the most out of their closets and establish their signature styles. VT Luxe will feature an array […]
Every season brings us fashions we know won’t go out of style—a little red dress, a leather bag, a tuxedo jacket. And then there are the fabulous little trends that we crave one day and cringe at the next. This spring is no different—for every romantic neutral there’s a sheer, lacy dress or neon […]
Being a mom doesn’t mean being condemned to a wardrobe of yoga clothes. Feel beautiful in this spring’s bright colors, bold prints and a chunky bangle or two. Mother and daughter Stephanie and Sigrid Wilson, of Winnetka, show us wearable separates that will cheer up your day. Photographer and Glencoe resident Natalie Hartung steps […]
Here’s a few myths about vein disease, and the facts behind them: Myth #1: Varicose Veins are just a cosmetic problem. Less than 20% of the procedures performed for varicose veins at the Midwest Vein Center are done for purely cosmetic reasons. Varicose veins can cause pain, swelling, phlebitis and sometimes hemorrhage. Myth #2: […]
Get A-list glam at home with our celebrity beauty secrets. Awards Season: It’s the beauty fiend’s March Madness, only better, as a slew of drop-dead divas dress to the nines, seemingly week after week. Here are easy ways to recreate the hair and makeup looks we loved best. The Trend: Red Lips Who wore […]
Given the middling reviews of 2011’s Academy Awards telecast, thank goodness A-listers brought their A-games to the red carpet, where there were surprisingly few missteps. We round up the most gorgeous looks spotted at this year’s Oscars, as well as some honorable mentions from earlier awards shows. Get ready: Wedding and prom seasons are […]
Born in Germany and currently living in Wilmette, jewelry designer Jutta Hilpuesch recently launched her Good Luck Elephant leather wrap bracelets. Jutta’s business, The Lucky Elephant, stemmed from her passion for art and design and a sweet spot for the gentle gray animals. Each bracelet features a button closure or charm depicting an elephant with […]
