Upgrade your look this Independence Day with standout red, white and blue pieces. This holiday is a nautical lover’s dream, but there’s no need to pull out the anchors and captain’s hat, or get overly literal with stars and stripes. Instead, show your patriotic colors by choosing one or two seasonally hued items that […]
We go inside two local shops to see how women are dressing up this summer. Click on the feature below to view summer styles from Avenue Fashions and Mia Sorella: Open publication – Free publishing – More Kate Spade
TOMS shoe brand is opening a new chapter in its One for One campaign: Eyewear. The company that originally donated shoes to children in developing countries has now launched a sunglasses line to address another basic necessity. For every pair of sunglasses bought, TOMS gives sight to one person by working with local eye […]
We love straw bags for their easy, summery vibe. And this season they’re not just for lugging towels and swimsuits to the beach. Designers used straw for everything from oversized bucket bags to structured clutches, so you can carry them morning, noon and night. Here are some of our favorites. Pretty petals in […]
We’re packing away our sweaters, coats and tights—summer is here at last! With the days finally heating up, our Resident Stylephiles Jeannine Benoit of Second City Style and NBC’s “Nonstop Scene Chicago” and Dhana Cohen of The Next Big Zing share more of their favorite warm weather trends. If there’s one overarching theme to […]
New York, London and Paris may be the world’s fashion capitals, but we don’t need to look that far to find experts on chic. Two local style bloggers give us their takes on the coolest trends for a hot summer. Enjoy this summer spread by clicking on the image below:
A feast for the eyes and a treat for the feet, we’re finding spring and summer’s array of shoes simply sandalicious. This season’s fashions are more fun and cheerful than anything we’ve seen in a while, and footwear is no exception—check out some of our favorite looks. Color Blocks If there’s a trend we […]
Looking for fun but affordable dresses for spring and summer? We’re following up our May article, Mod About Color, with some similar styles that are both trend- and wallet-friendly. Here’s a selection of playful prints and bold colors, all ringing in at under $200. Painterly Prints Embrace the warm hues of summer with garments […]
We’re all about multi-tasking these days. Why shouldn’t we expect that same effort from our clothes? These pieces give you multiple looks with one garment, making them great buys and perfect for travel. So grab your suitcase and take these convertible dresses for a spin. Patagonia Kamala Skirt With its shirred drawstring waistband, this […]
No matter what the weather is, a fresh, well-fitting tee is always my go-to top of choice. So with input from some of my favorite North Shore fashionistas, here are five perfect t-shirts. Hanro: According to Ken Downing, Senior Vice President and Fashion Director of Neiman Marcus, Hanro makes the best all around, […]
