We’ve rounded up some of the newest spa treatments that satisfy a variety of desires. With the holidays coming, what better gift to give or receive than moments of pure relaxation? When you want to reconnect with your mind, body, and spirit Antalee Wellness Spa Glenview Treatments Tested: Organic Deep Cleansing Facial Aneta Arutcheva created […]
Marjie Killeen and Stylist Midge Wegener demonstrate how to take basic clothes from your closet—t-shirt & jeans or white blouse & black skirt—and create three different outfits for the season. Inspired by Michelle Obama’s favorite retailer, Marjie and Midge jazz it up, dress it up, and bling it out.
Welcome to my closet, ladies! I have taken a no-shopping vow, but the challenges continue. This past week brought a big challenge in the form of our family photo. Back in the day (the days of shopping, that is), a family photo would have been an opportunity to run to the mall for a […]
Men are always hard to shop for … even when they’re just boys. Red 21, a new store in South Barrington, offers all the comfy classics, with fun, contemporary prints: graphic T-shirts, cargo pants, polo shirts, hoodies and the like. And they can play while you shop: the store features three video game systems, plus […]
The holiday shopping boom brings some new retailers to Westfield Old Orchard. Look for: Charlotte Russe, for affordable, on-trend women’s clothing, similar to the fashions available at H&M and Forever 21; Adagio Teas, offering every leaf and tea set you ever dreamed of; and a pop-up FAO Schwarz store for the lil’ ones. Westfield Old […]
Sacrificing fashion for comfort is such a drag. We’ve rounded up some great shoes for fall and winter that will take care of your feet as well as your stylish eye. Jeffrey Campbell Kayla-Fox Flat There’s still time to flit around in some fab flats before the snows come. This houndstooth/patent leather combo is […]
Scarves can take your look from functional to fabulous with a few simple tricks. And given that winter is coming (sigh) it’s time to master the most versatile accessory. Here’s how. A simple knot. Even a scarf amateur can master this. Take the scarf and tie it into a knot around your neck. This […]
Brrrr. Temperatures are about to plummet, but put down the down. We offer some ideas for staying warm without looking like the Michelin Man. kath Modern Bring on the blizzards. This stylish coat, made from neoprene, was the warmest we tried. The fabric—you might recognize it as wetsuit material—is windproof and waterproof, and will keep […]
Let’s face it—most of us can’t squeeze into those size 2 skinnies, but that doesn’t mean we can’t embrace this season’s best styles. Many designers and stores offer great size options that don’t all involve solid black. Here are some of our favorites. Luxe Layers This season’s menswear blazers look fab and hide all […]
Fall is officially upon us, and we’ve got some of the season’s best trends as seen on the runways at Macy’s Glamorama, benefiting Ronald McDonald House. Menswear Blazers, vests, trousers—all made major appearances on runways for fall. Guy styles are especially appropriate now because they’re perfect for layering and give you a sharp silhouette. […]
