Bid farewell to the perhaps overwrought, overthought men’s styles of springs past: For 2015, the look is confident, casual—and sexy. Shoulders are softer; jackets are unlined for ease of movement. Colors are subdued—gentle khakis and beiges—with bold florals to keep the look bright and current. The spring vibe overall is “a little more approachable,” says […]
Shopping on Chicago’s Michigan Avenue is scenic and a fun way to spend a day. But for serious savings, head north—way north—to Minnesota’s Mall of America.
Two renowned designers are in our midst this week! Jeffrey Monteiro at The Lake Forest Shop The stylish and charming Jeffrey Monteiro, design director for Bill Blass, will be dropping by Lake Forest for a trunk show and cocktail reception. We’re especially excited about the sleek, modern silhouettes Monteiro brought to his dresses (pictured) and […]
Our picks for what to see and where to go for the week of May 9. Tongue Tied Trunk Show, The Lake Forest Shop Monday, May 9–Wednesday, May 11 Ladies in search of unique and eye-catching accessories should check out the Tongue Tied trunk show, going on now through May 11 at The Lake Forest […]
Head downtown this weekend for a glamorous peek into history. In honor of Black History Month, Macy’s on State Street is celebrating fashion icon Eunice W. Johnson and her legendary EBONY Fashion Fair, the world’s largest traveling fashion show. Spectacular couture and decades of designer looks from Johnson’s private archives will be on display […]
Here’s your chance to shop and “Make It Better”—all at the same time. Participate in and enjoy a local “Shop For A Cause” this month: The Arboretum of South Barrington Back in the Swing Retail Therapy October 11 – 17 Purchase a $5 in the Arboretum’s management office and receive a discount of 20% at […]
“Fiesta at Rick’s” is the new party cookbook by hometown favorite, Rick Bayless.
Max Herrick of Barrington just celebrated his sixth birthday. And in his young life, he has already been through more health crises than most people go through in a lifetime. Born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, Max underwent his first open heart surgery when he was just three days old. Shortly after, his name was […]
