The Lake Forest Shop to Launch Inaugural Fashion Auction

The Lake Forest Shop will host its first Fashion Auction on Tuesday, June 28, to empower women in our communities. A joint project between The Lake Forest Shop and pioneering nonprofits, the Fashion Auction will donate 100 percent of proceeds to participating groups in order to raise money and awareness for the women and communities […]

Shop the Runway: Launch Driving Fashion Forward 2016 [VIDEO]

Make It Better was proud to be the media sponsor of the fifth annual Launch: Driving Fashion Forward fundraiser held at Autohaus on Edens in April. The event, which raised more than $18,000 for the Glenview Women’s Club, included music, food, fashion, and silent and live auctions. Check out the video from the event below: Five North […]

12 Game-Changing Products for New Moms

A new baby brings So. Much. Stuff. into your house. A lot of it is impractical (infants do not wear shoes!) or inconvenient to use, and so it ends up collecting dust in the nursery closet. But, there are those few fabulous items that busy parents rely on day in, day out — the ones […]

Treat Yourself Today with Shop For Good

Why not take a minute on #TreatYourselfTuesday to gift yourself during the season thats all about giving and giving back. These items from Shop For Good, our e-commerce site that gives back 10 percent of the proceeds to a carefully vetted nonprofit, are the perfect way to treat yourself but not feel too guilty. 1. […]

The Hottest Toys for the Holidays

It’s time to start making that list and checking it twice! We’ve rounded up the season’s hottest toys for everyone on your nice list. It’ll make holiday shopping child’s play. Peanuts Happy Dance Snoopy Good grief! The new Peanuts movie means a whole new generation has gone nuts about the Peanuts gang. This dancing Snoopy […]

2015 Gift Guide: Beauty

Stay gorgeous this holiday season with these beauty gifts to keep you looking and feeling great! 1. Holiday Blow Dry Package from BlowDry Boutique: Gift gorgeous hair with this package of six blow outs for the price of five. $150, Shop For Good 2. Ciaté Mini Mani Month: A daily gift that is packed with 17 polishes, 3 […]

2015 Gift Guide: Travel

Whether globetrotting or commuting, these great gifts will ensure your favorite traveler is stylish and comfortable. 1.Kaehler 1920 The Palmer Duffel: Featuring Horween Leather accents, this duffle, beautifully crafted in Chicago, is the perfect gift for the sophisticated voyager. $1,195, Kaehler Luggage, various locations  2. D. Porthault Blue Trefles Trio Zippered Cases: Keep things organized in your luggage […]

2015 Gift Guide: Jewelry

No outfit is complete without that perfect accessory. Find beautiful jewelry that’s great for gifting in our Shop For Good. 1. Long Crystal Strand Necklace: Perfect for women of all ages, this crystal necklace adds just the right amount of glitter and sparkle. $84, Juniper Boutique, Shop For Good 2. Burdeen’s Kohl Children’s Museum Bangle Bracelet: Moms will […]

2015 Gift Guide: Home

Everyone loves escaping the Chicago winter chill by ducking into a warm, inviting home. Spread the holiday cheer inside with these great gifts.   1. Neó Canapa Basket: Nautical with a modern splash, this hand-crocheted basket from Maze Home is made of natural hemp yarn and neoprene yarn. It’s perfect for stashing everything from toys to extra […]