Make It Better’s Best of 2015 drew more than 105,000 verified votes across 10 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #MIBBestof2015. Accessories Store ENAZ Energy. Nature. Attitude. Zest. For Life! This accessory store brings all of these to the table with their designer jewelry and spa products. 444 Central Ave., […]
Make It Better’s Best of 2015 drew more than 105,000 verified votes across 10 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #MIBBestof2015. Mani/Pedi Teddie Kossof Salon Spa As a longstanding reader favorite, Teddie Kossof Salon Spa is sure to make your nails shine. 281 Waukegan Road, Northfield, 847-999-9500 Blow Out BloOuts […]
TV personality and fashion expert Louise Roe recently visited the North Shore for a fun-filled evening at Westfield Old Orchard’s Fash Bash. Alaina Kaczmarski—host of the evening and cofounder and editor of “The EveryGirl” blog—talked with Roe about this summer’s fashion trends. A three-look fashion show from Bloomingdale’s showcased three of the hottest trends: culottes, […]
When it comes to bridal fashion, trends can be tricky. What might seem de rigueur today can look like a poufy-sleeved meringue-monster with a hat-veil in photos later on. Trends come and go (thankfully!), so we tapped the experts at Kleinfeld in Manhattan, national wedding brand BHLDN, Chicago design house Mira Couture and Doris Bridal […]
Les Néréides, a high-end jewelry brand that originated in the south of France, has opened its first U.S. store in Chicago’s Block 37 shopping center. Les Néréides’ imaginative earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, brooches and charms are made with fine materials like 18-karat gold plated brass, fresh water pearls, bohemian crystals, handmade glass and semi-precious stones. […]
First there was the Clarisonic. Now, there’s a variety of face polishers on the market. With so many versions—promising so many improvements to your complexion—which one do you choose? Is it even worth adding one of these pricy devices to your beauty regimen? We’ve scoped out the top face-cleansing brushes and done the research so […]
Sure, you could shop for trendy contemporary pieces at your preferred department store, but it’s much more exciting to wear a one-of-a-kind piece! Each of these fabulous designers are on the cusp of what’s new and hip, and best of all, each of their handmade lines are designed and created right here on the North […]
Each year, it seems we learn about the benefits of a new ingredient that’s enhancing our beauty products. Argan oil, coconut oil, and now…algae! Algae—otherwise known as kelp or seaweed—is showing up in every beauty product from basic face cream to shampoo. Algae has been around forever, but it’s just recently that cosmetic companies have […]
Chicago’s Rent the Runway brings to life every shoppers’ dream: personal stylists, champagne upon arrival, and to top it off, a selfie mirror, which allows customers to snap a photo while adorned head to toes in the latest trends. As if these assets weren’t enough, the new Gold Coast location features a lavish inventory of […]
Who said the MOB (Mother of the Bride) has to look O-L-D? You’re the bride’s doting mother, not her dowdy dowager! So skip the suit, forget the frumpy frocks and opt instead for something elegant, appropriate and just a little bit sexy. We rounded up eight gorgeous MOB ensembles fit for a queen. This gown […]
