As my family was walking into church on Sunday, I had one of those moments where I looked at all of them and thought: “They’re so darn cute!” And then it dawned that not only did the kids look adorable, but I’d also dressed all 4 of them—almost head to toe—in Target’s fall lines […]
The only thing gray in Patsy Grey’s life these days is her last name. Everything else seems to be sparkling. The creative master behind her jewelry design company called “Touch,” Grey produces one-of-a-kind pieces using vintage materials she finds at markets around the country. Her intricate combinations of pearls and rhinestones, reminiscent of layered […]
Brought to you in proud sponsorship with Illinois Bone and Joint Institute. Just when we don’t think high heel shoes can get any higher—they do! We recently asked Dr. Amy Jo Ptaszek of the Illinois Bone and Joint Institute of Glenview/Wilmette, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle injuries, for some tips […]
While this may not be the deepest question Make It Better has ever tackled, it certainly sparked a flurry of comments when I recently posted it on my Facebook page. “If you’re over 60, hose are a must,” says Laura in Lake Forest. “No hose for sure,” responds Jen in Lake Bluff. “Forget hose, […]
With fall officially beginning this week, what better time to start thinking about what to wear this season … or better yet, what not to wear? On Oct. 1, The Lake Forest Shop will kick off its 10-day Shop Your Cause event with a “What Not to Wear” Fashion Show. Local ladies will model the […]
I don’t know about you, but it’s hard for me to plan for the 4th of July without thinking about what my children are going to wear. Luckily, a patriotic palette is absolutely delightful on kids. And, for moms like me (who are shopping sales at the last minute!), local retailers have affordable, versatile […]
MakeitBetter.net’s Susan Noyes was at a cocktail party when her friend Mary Perlman suggested that they gather all the women they know and swap the dresses, shoes and accessories that they’ve worn to various balls and fundraisers—outfits they would likely never wear again. I mean, where else can you find a ball gown to […]
If a woman became a style icon after wearing a dress you designed, you’d feel pretty good about yourself. But when it’s the First Lady of the United States who was named on best-dressed lists all over the world because of the sophisticated silhouettes you created- it could certainly go to your head. But not […]
Is the dry winter weather turning your skin into a desert zone? Whether it’s the outdoor winds or the indoor heat that are causing it, dry skin is one of winter’s itchiest conditions. We asked some experts to weigh in on how to keep our skin as smooth and soft as a baby’s bottom. […]
I was having coffee with a fashion-forward friend who suggested that all women need one great workout garment. A go-to outfit that can be worn comfortably to the gym and that’s good looking enough to then wear to the grocery store or a board meeting. Although we’d never admit to… actually doing this (ahem!) we’ve […]
