“Does she or doesn’t she?” was the Clairol advertising slogan that normalized women coloring their hair back in the 1950s and ’60s. There used to be a similar stigma around using injectable cosmetic products like Botox and Juvederm, but is anyone hiding these things anymore? Laura and I aren’t. Here’s what we’ve tried, why we […]
Parents rejoice, it’s almost back to school time! From lunch boxes and gelly pens to stress toys and backpacks, here are 10 items from stores around the North Shore and Chicago that will make your kids excited for that big first day. Tonies HeadphonesWild Child, $31.99 657 Vernon Ave., Glencoe & 1114 Central Ave., Wilmette […]
If you feel you’ve aged rapidly in the last year, you are not alone. Between the constant stress of the pandemic and frequent Zoom fatigue, many are reporting they have lost their “glow.” From wrinkles and dull hair to joint pain and just feeling wiped out, it seems years have passed while we stayed in […]
Nestled on the shores of Richardson Bay — between the recognizable, bright yellow seaplane and The Planet, a favorite destination of curious Mill Valley children — Rebecca Bruce inspires, conceives, and creates one-of-a-kind garments. Within our vibrant, eclectic community of dynamic leaders, including healers, bankers, musicians, entrepreneurs, teachers, artists and authors, Rebecca has been gracing […]
Class is back in session — and back in person — and we couldn’t be happier to send our students out the door with new goods and gear. Linus Lil’ Dutchi 20″; $349 Mad Dogs & Englishmen, Mill Valley This single-speed classically cool 20-inch kids bike boasts a streamlined profile, thinner and lighter tubing, and […]
From a world-famous chef’s first Chicago outpost and new spots for tea and dessert in Evanston to an innovative approach to home design and a must-visit boutique, here are some of our favorite new local businesses in Chicago and the North Shore. Dining Happy Lemon View this post on Instagram A post shared by Happy […]
We’re in the dog days of summer, which is a siren call to us midwesterners that it’s time to take advantage of our short summer season while we can. Whether you’re enjoying backyard grilling or hitting up the beaches of Lake Michigan, here are 10 items we love from local stores that will make those […]
Who says boys can’t wear skirts, and girls should only wear pink? Not Elizabeth Brunner, the San Francisco-based designer and founder of fashion-forward children’s clothing company StereoType, which launched late last year. StereoType’s “blended fashion” clothing is intended to celebrate kids’ individuality and freedom of expression by blending traditional ideas of boys’ and girls’ wear. The […]
Whether you’re celebrating summer by the sea or in your backyard, these must-have items will take you through the season. Grass Fed Grillin’ Box; $195 Stemple Creek Ranch, Tomales Bring on grilling season with a box of barbecue-ready favorites, including ribeye steaks, pork spareribs, linguica sausage and more — all produced locally using sustainable agricultural […]
You’re probably pretty up to speed on the latest sunscreen rules, like reapply every 80 minutes and use one full ounce (that’s about two tablespoons) to cover an adult body, but there are some brand new regulatory requirements proposed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) you should know about. In an effort to […]
