Finally, you won’t have to listen wistfully to your far-flung friends as they brag about all the great, affordable denim, downtown-chic clothes and accessories they found at Madewell. The store recently opened at Westfield Old Orchard! So if you’re living in your jeans, cardigans and leather boots this winter (and who isn’t?), check out this […]
What’s the best way to save on essentials without resorting to dollar-store cosmetics? Here are 7 tips to keep both your beauty and your budget intact. 1. Makeup Brushes In addition to extending the life on pricey makeup applicators, regularly cleaning your brushes is just the sanitary thing to do. And if you really need […]
There’s still time left to support Breast Cancer Awareness and feel pretty in pink. For the rest of the month, find special promotions for “pink items” at the 900 North Michigan Shops, with portions of the proceeds going toward breast cancer research and charities. Bloomingdale’s Proceeds from the purchase of The Pink Card, The Big […]
Fashion is best when it’s shared with friends—just ask Paula Zacharia and Davi Berk, who met in kindergarten in Northbrook. They named their new Winnetka boutique Willow after their childhood subdivision and elementary school. The meticulously curated shop features an array of accessories at a variety of price points, including handbags from Linea Pelle, Carla […]
Vintage fiends rejoice: Modern Vintage Chicago is October 22 and 23 at Randolph Street Market. The event promises to be a shoppers’ paradise, offering a fabulous assortment of vintage jewelry, furniture and clothing. To score the best finds, follow these tips from local experts. Channel Steve Jobs (Trust your Gut) Vintage jewelry designer Tracey Burton […]
Get a jump on gift shopping (and maybe a few party pieces for yourself) this weekend at Decades Pop Up Shop. The renowned source for luxury consignment fashions, Decades is back in Chicago for two days only, offering stunning pieces from designer labels including Chanel, Roberto Cavalli and Vivienne Westwood. Additionally, this pop up will also feature […]
Autumn’s bold hues have been splashed across our fingernails! We’ve noticed an elemental theme to these shades, which seem to pull the very best colors from nature. Fire For the last several seasons a standout dark shade has captured the attention of the style set, and this year it’s deep red, like Deborah Lippmann’s maroon […]
A few years ago, antiquing-addict Mindy Schloss of Glenview opened a warehouse. Inside were her finds: Mostly antique furniture, much of it repaired, painted and/or refinished. But she only opened the warehouse to the public two days a week. Now, you can get your fix every day at her shop, Vintage Nest, in The Glen, […]
Anyone who has been to a charity event with North Shore families knows that it’s easy to be stunned by all the gorgeous, stylish women living in our communities. But what really makes some of these women beautiful is their generosity and commitment to supporting organizations that touch lives. For our Best Dressed issue […]
With her predilection for head-turning colors and prints by way of classic, feminine shapes, Michelle Obama has established herself as one of the country’s foremost fashion icons. She’s also proved time and again that, while she can rock designer duds with the best of them, you don’t need to spend a fortune to look […]
