Vintage Shopping: 5 Tips for Finding Gems not Junk

Vintage fiends rejoice: Modern Vintage Chicago is October 22 and 23 at Randolph Street Market. The event promises to be a shoppers’ paradise, offering a fabulous assortment of vintage jewelry, furniture and clothing. To score the best finds, follow these tips from local experts. Channel Steve Jobs (Trust your Gut) Vintage jewelry designer Tracey Burton […]

Fall Nail Trends

Autumn’s bold hues have been splashed across our fingernails! We’ve noticed an elemental theme to these shades, which seem to pull the very best colors from nature. Fire For the last several seasons a standout dark shade has captured the attention of the style set, and this year it’s deep red, like Deborah Lippmann’s maroon […]

Transition Summer Clothes to Fall

One of the most fun things about dressing for fall is figuring out ways to extend the lives of some of our favorite summer pieces. After all, just because the days are getting grayer, it doesn’t mean our clothes have to. A well-chosen jacket or pair of boots can make even springy dresses feel appropriate […]

Fall Beauty Trends

The fall season calls for breaking out your chunky sweaters, favorite boots, and a new beauty product or hairstyle. We’ve narrowed down the best fall beauty trends you can work into your routine. Hair Messy Buns: You CAN wear a bun without looking like you’ve walked out of Swan Lake. A messy bun (see above […]

Reinvent Your Look: Fashion Makeover

It was one Lululemon outfit too many for Dan Stone. When the opportunity arose to give his wife Stacy a makeover, and a more feminine look, he jumped at the chance. Stacy, a Highland Park resident, works in corporate sales for the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and volunteers for non-profit organizations in addition to […]