Although most parents don’t expect their children to return to the nest after obtaining a college degree, living at home is becoming an increasingly popular option. In fact, a Pew Research Center study showed that 2014 was the first time in the modern era that people ages 18 to 34 were more likely to live […]
From slick straps to luxe lettering, micro minis to titanic totes, here are the most-coveted carryalls for fall 2017. Logo Broadcasting one designer on your bag? Chic. Broadcasting multiple designers on your bag, shirt, jeans and shoes? Not so much, so keep clothing understating with pairing with these show-stopping bags. Micro Each of these Lilliputian lookers […]
The key to killer confidence — the kind that lights up an entire room — is great skin. And while the market is saturated with products that promise to deliver just that, many fall flat. Enter the revolutionary HydraFacial treatment, available at high-end MedSpas, which improves skin health by removing dead cells, thickening collagen and […]
Life is precious and you only have one shot to get it right. Lifestyles today have transitioned to being on the go 24/7. Professionally, we are now always connected due to technology advances, and there is an expectation that we should be available at all times (via phone, text, or email). So during times when […]
As fall approaches, it’s time to get your coat on! Make It Better’s Fashion Editor, Tracy Cli fford, turns to our favorite fashion destinations, all Best of 2017 nominees known for their personalized service and unique selection, for the latest outerwear trends. Cynthia Rowley Rainbow Striped Metallic Brocade Jacket, $350, Cynthia Rowley Chicago This striking jacket […]
More than 5 million Americans, including an estimated 220,000 people in Illinois, are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, nearly one in every three seniors who die each year has Alzheimer’s disease or another related dementia. Without any way to prevent, cure, or even slow down the progression of this growing health crisis, these numbers will […]
In May, Smith College President Kathleen McCartney spoke at Northwestern University as part of the new Provost’s Advisory Council on Women Faculty. Her talk, “Walls, Words and Ways Forward: Creating Opportunity for Women Leaders,” tackled the struggles and barriers women and girls face, which are continually compounded by the persistence of gender stereotypes and the […]
Running is an excellent way to stay fit, and Chicago and the North Shore are absolutely packed with gorgeous nature trails, lakefront paths and pristine neighborhoods where you can pound the pavement for your daily dose of cardio. But it’s important to remember that no matter how safe you may believe your surroundings to be, […]
As investors review their portfolios for new sources of growth, one area that I believe is gaining the attention of policy leaders and corporate executives is the economic potential of investing in women. According to Women as a Force for Economic Change, a UBS CIO Wealth Management Research report published in October 2016, just half […]
Pain relief has been a top requested service this summer, and we continue to look for innovative ways to help. But sometimes we need to take matters into our own hands when we can’t wait for an appointment with a specialist or we need some relief between visits. So, people often ask, “Should I use […]
