The holidays are here! You’ve received the party invite. You’ve bought the dress … and now for the hair. We asked five beauty pros to tell you how to create their favorite holiday hairstyles at home. The High Ponytail If you have longer hair, a high ponytail is classic, chic and always in fashion. Anthony […]
You can only fit so many beauty products in a clutch or evening bag. Since you can’t bring your whole arsenal of cosmetics to a party, these essentials will help you maximize touch-ups in minimal time — and never hold up the bathroom line again! 1. Concealer A little concealer under your eyes instantly wakes […]
Ahh, winter in Chicago. The smell of wet wool fills the air, the sky has been the color of tarnished silver for so long you’ve forgotten what the sun looks like and, oh yeah, the ground is covered in wet, icy slop. Sorry UGGs, I love you — but you’re no match for Chicago winter […]
Razny Jewelers has been a leader in the Chicago area for fine timepieces and custom jewelry for 60 years. Now, as of early November, Razny has opened a fourth location — their first in Chicago — on Oak Street in the Gold Coast neighborhood. This three-story stunner is only the second shopping concept of its […]
Premium men’s clothing brand Hammer Made has opened its first Chicago-area location at Westfield Old Orchard, where it celebrated its grand opening earlier this month. The Minneapolis-based company combines classic style, quality and affordability, using premium European fabrics. The limited edition (10 new designs are offered each week) shirts have three price points: $98.50, $128.50 […]
If you’re looking to save some money or avoid the additives in many of the most popular beauty products, simply look to your pantry or refrigerator. These common food items can work wonders when applied to your skin and hair. Olive oil to soothe eczema Even after a warm and humid summer, many of us […]
A little retail therapy now and then never hurt anybody, but what if we told you that you could help others while you shop for yourself? When it comes to philanthropy, these fashion brands are at the top of the social change game so you can feel great about filling your closet with them. TOMS […]
Fall in Chicago is a tricky season. Some days it feels like summer, some days like spring, some days like something approaching winter. It’s tough to find a coat that’s the right weight, so that you’re not sweating on warmer days or freezing when temps suddenly dip. Here are eight of our picks for the […]
There are some pieces that will never go out of style that every woman’s wardrobe needs as summer turns to fall. With the backdrop of the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, actress Marina Squerciati, star of “Chicago P.D.” on NBC, models some of these must-have staples with a bit of femme fatale flair. The Trench A […]
There are some pieces that will never go out of style that every woman’s wardrobe needs as summer turns to fall. With the backdrop of the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, actress Marina Squerciati, star of “Chicago P.D.” on NBC, models some of these must-have staples with a bit of femme fatale flair. The Trench A […]
