Naked Mole Rat Charms at Lifeline Theatre

Lifeline Theatre’s new production, “Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed” is chock-full of family fun. The musical play, adapted from Mo Willem’s best-selling picture book uses quirky wit and humor to explore the importance of individuality and tolerance. Adapted for stage by Robert Zauzlaric, the story features Nathaniel Niemi as Wilbur, a naked mole rat who […]

Design Faux Pas: Avoid 7 Common Mistakes in Interior Design

Think of it as “What Not to Wear” for your house.   We polled local interior designers for their thoughts on the most common design mistakes and tips on how to fix them. 1. Out-of-whack proportions Too many times Julia Edelmann of Buckingham Interiors & Design sees spaces where the scale and proportion of the […]

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, […]

Tangley Oaks: Dressed for Success

In many industries, casual Fridays have gradually given way to casual every-days, but putting your best foot forward never goes out of style in the wine business. I was reminded of this fact during a recent visit to Tangley Oaks, the historic Lake Bluff estate where Terlato Wines International houses their executive offices. Designed by […]

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 […]