There’s an abundance of products on the market promising whiter, brighter teeth. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry cites teeth whitening as the most requested cosmetic service today, and Americans have made it a $1.4 billion dollar industry. But what works and what’s a waste of time and money? The product: Whitening toothpaste. Slightly removes […]
Feb 23 through March 4, be sure to stop into the beauty department at Neiman Marcus for their spring beauty event. Spend $100 on cosmetics or fragrance and you’ll receive one of three exclusive NM totes in pink, yellow or gold filled with delightful samples including: Cle de Peau Beaute Le Coton Tom Ford […]
From Wellesley to Winnetka … If you’re a fan of the East Coast-chic looks in Nantucket and Newport, you’ll love the fashions at Sara Campbell, a Boston-based company that offers classic, timeless styles with contemporary flair. The new Winnetka location is the company’s eighth store and the first in the Chicago area. Sara Campbell also […]
This spring, resort’s bright berries and tangerines chase the gray away. We’ve gone though the collections and gathered cheery pieces that will work in every price range. Dresses Choose a dressy number for a wow dinner at Barton G in Miami (if you go, order one of the over-the-top cocktails) or something a little simpler […]
Some of us are still carrying around those few extra pounds earned at the holidays, but never fear. Fake it ‘til you make it with these tips that magically slim you, no dieting required. Create long, lean lines Wear dark heels with similarly dark pencil skirts and tights or midrise, bootleg jeans that hit right […]
If you’re a fashionista, you’re probably all over the web, following the designer shows that are happening right now in New York. Like Erin McDonald, the lucky winner of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week package that was auctioned off on Make It Better to benefit Juvenile Protection Agency. For the rest of us, here are […]
The Lake Forest Shop has been bringing high fashion and international style to the North Shore since 1922. Ellen Stirling, the owner of The Lake Forest Shop and the granddaughter of the Chicago socialite that founded it, comes from a long line of fashion lovers. Her uncle Condé Nast built Vogue into the major fashion […]
Winter days do us no favors when it comes to beauty. Forced heat and blustery winds suck the life out of our skin and hair, making us feel (and look) older than we should. Try one or all of these easy and affordable beauty boosters to help freshen up your look. Spray Finish Yes, there […]
Though it may seem that winter will never end, spring (and spring break!) is just around the corner. With that in mind, this guide will help you choose the best method for removing that unruly hair that’s been hibernating beneath your clothes for months. Tweezing Best spots: Eyebrows Frequency: Any time Pros: Tweezing is an […]
Classic, fitted, ruffled, or wrapped, the white shirt is a must-have staple of every woman’s closet and the ultimate in versatility. Lauren Hutton perfected casual chic with her white button down shirt and jean ensembles, while Carolina Herrara trademarked the starched white shirt and lavish ballgown skirt look. Whether you like to dress your white […]
