How to Wear This Season's Hottest Boots

Boot season is in full swing, and if you need some help matching your boot with the perfect pant or skirt length—you’ve come to the right place. This season there are lots of new prints and silhouettes, which can make it tricky to pair boots with your favorite jean or mini. Here are our tips […]

Holiday Party Dresses

  Holiday parties have begun to fill our calendar. Whether you’re more attracted to bold jewel tones or the simple sophistication of black, we have assembled six looks for the upcoming season of soirees.     1. Pick an LBD with personality Jacquard dress, $298, Sara Campbell; Jimmy Choo peep toes, $550, Shirise; 14k yellow gold […]

Fresh: "Skandal"-ously Stylish!

Katie Cory combines her two loves, fashion and Scandinavia, with the opening of her new store “Skandal” in downtown Winnetka. Beginning with her store opening on a Thursday, a day of good luck for business, Katie incorporates her richly Scandinavian background into her new, fashion-forward boutique. Offering outerwear, handbags, household goods, scarves, shoes, jewelry and, […]

Summer Concert Ensembles

Summer offers plenty of opportunities for listening to music outdoors whether you’re into rock, pop or classical. But sometimes the unpredictable Chicago weather and other obstacles can get in the way of enjoying a set from your favorite band, so here are a few outfit suggestions from an experienced concert goer. Lollapalooza The key to […]

Summer’s Fashion Color Palette

Orange, mint and lemon—no, these aren’t the ingredients to a new fruity drink; instead, they are the essential colors for your wardrobe this season. An item in each of these bright colors will both lift your spirits and instantly update some of your summer favorites from past years. But we realize these unique colors aren’t […]

One dress, three looks

Winter hibernation gives way to weekends filled with weddings, graduations and other festive events. But don’t break the bank on multiple frocks. One killer dress is all you need when you swap in the right accessories. fashion editor kathryn achenbach stylist evangeline politis photos by julie crawford Look 1: 1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Satchel, […]

Best Spring Fashion Trends

This spring, designers looked to have fun in the sun, whether they were playing with beachy colors, garden prints or sporty cuts. The vibe is clean, energetic and oh so easy to wear. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite trends walking off the runways and hitting the shelves.   Styles: Preppy, Sporty + Ladylike […]

Best Spring Trench Coats

Rejoice! Temperatures are rising and we’re packing away our puffers. But it’s never too early to prepare for April showers, so ring in spring with a sharp and stylish trench. Here are some of our favorite modern interpretations of this classic style, plus fun items to wear with them.       The Coat: Brightly […]

Resort Fashion that’s Sweet (and Tart)

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 […]

Dress 10 Pounds Thinner

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 […]