Daytripper: Naperville

Spring is here—and with it, an urge to shake the cabin fever that’s had you in its grip these last few months. Why not escape to the west side for a few hours?   Naperville is just short of an hour’s drive from most northern ‘burbs—and while it boasts more than 142,000 residents, the downtown […]

Mother’s Day Jewelry

Most mamas love receiving jewelry, but even more touching are pieces that remind her of her loving kiddies.   For an extra special gift, we found items that both mothers and daughters can wear and cherish. Whimsical The birth of her daughter Hannah Rose inspired Chicago jewelry designer Amy Draper to create the Hannah collection, […]

Mod About Color

Spring gets creative with cheeky mash-ups of vibrant hues and striking prints.   All Dressed Up Hati draped dress, Chalk; RACHEL Rachel Roy spike earrings, $40, Macy’s Take a closer look at these accessories: Alejandro Ingelmo Vitello floral wedge, $795, Chalk Perin Paris boite clutch, $980 Chalk Hotcakes floral ring, $52 Glam to Go   […]

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 […]

Look Red Carpet Fresh

Get A-list glam at home with our celebrity beauty secrets.   Awards Season: It’s the beauty fiend’s March Madness, only better, as a slew of drop-dead divas dress to the nines, seemingly week after week. Here are easy ways to recreate the hair and makeup looks we loved best. The Trend: Red Lips Who wore […]

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 […]

Home Maintenance: Spring Checklist

The snow is gone, and warmer weather is almost here to stay.   Here’s a list of the 6 things that need to get done (not all by you) as you transition your house from winter to spring. Wash the windows. Wipe away the grime inside and out and let that sun shine in. Unless […]