Let’s be honest: More often than not, we’re working for the weekend. So, when Friday rolls around, make sure you’re ready to make the most of your days off. Whether you’re looking for something new to do with family or friends or simply want to find the best deals in town, these apps are ready […]
Spring is a time for new beginnings. That can mean starting over from scratch with a new style, replacing some overworn items in your closet, or just incorporating a few new pieces into your wardrobe. From a crisp new pair of jeans to a lightweight cotton dress, emerge from hibernation in style. Spruce up your […]
Doctors always warn, ignore your health and it will go away. Luckily, for men in their 20s who stay up late, drink beer and eat junk food, the body is very forgiving. It responds quickly to changes: healthy eating, regular exercise and stress-reducing activities. Don’t forget time with friends and family; strong emotional ties help […]
Dr. Geoffrey Fenner has been one of the most highly respected plastic surgeons in the Chicago area for years. Now, his new medical spa gives patients surgical and non-surgical treatment options. This beautiful spa opened in September and offers medical-grade facials and peels, Fraxel laser skincare, IPL (photofacials), laser hair removal and more. You can […]
Grab your gym bag and head over to the newest Pure Barre studio in Evanston, which opened this past August. The Pure Barre workout, which combines a ballet barre with the hottest music, targets your thighs, seat, hips, abs and arms. Clients are expected to see results in just 10 classes. These one-hour sessions are […]
Whether you’re shopping for a dress, scarf or jewelry, you can find all the latest trends at Gracie’s, located in Evanston’s Central Street shopping district. Opened last winter by John Liberty, the store carries brands such as Bryn Walker, Moonlight and Oh My Gauze. Liberty, who previously owned Handle with Care in Chicago, says the […]
It’s hard to miss the 530,000-square-foot Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont—and it’s equally hard to not find something for everyone. Open since August, with 120 stores, ranging from Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH to Bloomingdale’s The Outlet Store to Forever 21 to the Disney Store Outlet, the Fashion Outlets of Chicago, it’s the newest […]
Looking to jump back into the work world? Regus, the world’s largest provider of flexible workplaces, opened a brand new facility last month in Evanston. Regus allows people to work their way, whether it’s from home, on the road, or from an office. The new rentable workspace includes receptionists, support staff, video communication suites and […]
You no longer have to go to the city to shop Londo Mondo. The popular store has expanded to the North Shore for the first time and owner Carrie Londe says the Winnetka location will still offer resort and lifestyle wear, in addition to casual and formal clothing options. Londo Mondo also carries handmade jewelry […]
When you think of strength training, the sound of “bells” might ring through your mind—dumbells, barbells and kettlebells, that is. While all of these provide effective ways to strengthen and define muscles, there is a multitude of viable alternatives in the arena of strength training to shape the body you desire. As a certified […]
