Prom Accessories Under $100

Sure, the dress is important, but nearly as fun are all the trimmings that go with it.   While you’re shopping with your daughter for Prom this year, keep your eye out for these well-priced goodies. Now in Bloom For her hair, your daughter can’t go wrong with a rhinestone headband like Hailey Steinfeld wore […]

Organic Clothing

Once upon a time, “eco-friendly fashion” conjured up images of drab, baggy garments hanging at the back of health food stores. No longer.   Nowadays, you can find everything from tailored jackets to workout wear made from sustainable fabrics. In time for Earth Day on April 22, we’ve rounded up our favorite organic pieces that […]

Spring Fashion 2011: Fun but Affordable Trends

Every season brings us fashions we know won’t go out of style—a little red dress, a leather bag, a tuxedo jacket.   And then there are the fabulous little trends that we crave one day and cringe at the next. This spring is no different—for every romantic neutral there’s a sheer, lacy dress or neon […]

Fierce Mamas

Being a mom doesn’t mean being condemned to a wardrobe of yoga clothes.   Feel beautiful in this spring’s bright colors, bold prints and a chunky bangle or two. Mother and daughter Stephanie and Sigrid Wilson, of Winnetka, show us wearable separates that will cheer up your day. Photographer and Glencoe resident Natalie Hartung steps […]

The Best of Oscar Fashion

Given the middling reviews of 2011’s Academy Awards telecast, thank goodness A-listers brought their A-games to the red carpet, where there were surprisingly few missteps.   We round up the most gorgeous looks spotted at this year’s Oscars, as well as some honorable mentions from earlier awards shows. Get ready: Wedding and prom seasons are […]

Spring Fashion! Six Wearable Trends

Winter begone! Along with sunshine, blooms and warmer weather come the clothes to match.   Fashion this spring has a welcome optimism, from candy colors to playful prints to comfy fits. Embrace the cheer in the air with six of the most wearable trends for 2011. Rainbow Brights There are endless ways to wear this […]

Work Your Wardrobe: Dress Your Best for Your Career

Image consultants Joe Lupo and Jesse Garza are showing women how they can dress for success in their careers.   Their latest book, Work It!: Visual Therapy’s Guide to Your Ultimate Career Wardrobe, gives advice on how to create a work look for yourself that’s both chic and professional. Style Inspiration “Work It” profiles 20 […]

Life Celebrations

The most important occasions call for an element of drama, whether it be a tier of ruffles, a striking shade or a poignant story.   The Bride On your wedding day, don’t be afraid to make a statement. Surely, you can’t go wrong with a simple and elegant A-line gown, but when else will you […]

Spring Fashion to Wear Now!

Recent brutal temperatures haven’t stopped stores from filling with airy dresses, fluttery tops, colorful prints and other stylish spring treats.   It’s a cruel twist of fate that all these pieces seem just out of reach when there’s still snow on the ground. But don’t let that flowery frock mock you—brighten your mood and your […]

Valentine’s Day Lingerie to Please Him and You

’Tis the season for flowers, chocolates and other tempting treats.   The sight of you in something sexy and seductive will beguile your guy and set the sparks flying. But what works for him might not be your first choice in intimates, no matter how much you want to spoil him. Here, we round up […]