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Chicago Fashion Engage: Spring 2013
The Chicago fashion scene has more than its fair share to offer the world of fashion. From designers, merchants, stylist, trendsetters and expert beauty specialists, we have it all. Fashion Engage is here to explore Chicago based designers/merchants and beyond. Driven to inspire and expose …
11 gifts for a fashionista
Surround yourself and your favorites with the best of the best this holiday. Splurge and go the extra mile, or be save savvy. It’s a sure bet that you want these gift items in your bag. Season gatherings, family get-togethers and traditions will have you …
Tennis bracelet: Love Tennis by hazel jewelry flatters fierce US Open fans, competitors
Jewelry designer Hazel Nussbaum has been in love with tennis her entire life. She played pretty consistently as a child and even worked hard enough on her game to make her high school team and to take it to the next step: playing throughout her …
PHOTOS: 7 tips for finding the best vintage clothes
How can you tell real vintage clothes from knock-offs? How do vintage shoppers find those amazing deals and fabulous shoes? Shopping expert Morgana Martin shares her secrets in a new book.
Weaving tech into fashion biz
Northwestern University sophomore and fashion-design entrepreneur Zoe Damacela is combining old and new Chicago business cultures — garment sewers and social-media networking — as she expands her clothing lines from juniors and young women into mature women and children’s collections.
The search for the perfect summer shoe
Somewhere between my favorite workhorse winter boots and the flip-flops I’ll wear on my summer beach vacation is the shoe that would fill in the gaps.
Made in Chicago shop offers local fashion for every shape, size
As I walk the Made in Chicago shop — a space reminiscent of the doctor’s office it once was — busy designers hide in small “examination rooms,” working tirelessly to turn their spaces into mini boutiques. The finished shop opens Saturday at 44 E. Grand …
Summer hair 101: your summer hairstyle guide
Each season celebrities and models strut down the runways wearing the latest fashion and beauty trends that inspire women everywhere. Every fashionable woman knows that getting the most sought-out dress or top isn't enough. Hair can be your best accessory and if styled correctly, can …
How to cultivate your own personal style: developing your personal brand
Look at Kate Middleton, Johnny Depp or Lady GaGa. Whether classic, wacky or sometimes just bizarre, their style says volumes about who they are, and your style can do the same for you. Personal style is a brand that "communicates who you are without saying …
Passion for fashion: North Shore nears top in best dressed list
It’s not a secret that many closets on the North Shore are filled with upscale, fashion-foward designer garments. And now, thanks to a website’s new study, the nation knows just how trend-setting the North Shore’s fashionistas can be.
Slimming down? Take some wardrobe advice from Tim Gunn!
There are people out there who really do stick to their New Year’s resolution and take off those last 10 pounds — or more. Sometimes, says fashion guru Tim Gunn, they don’t know how to show it off, or even find clothes that fit. “Once …
Top 3 ways to save when shopping online
Saving money is a hot topic these days, from television shows about extreme coupon clipping to stores advertising huge savings for specially marked and bulk items. There is a lot of information about how you can save money while traveling around town, comparing prices and …
PHOTOS: Fashion: Spring has sprung
Bright colors and exquisite jewelry are the two standout tips for fashion this spring. Leave the cold weather behind, soak up the sunshine and fresh air and be inspired by these eye-catching finds. Zabler Design Jewelers, an independent jewelry store in Clarendon Hills, showcases some …
How to create recent celebrity red carpet looks
Need a little red carpet-worthy fashion in your life? Since you won’t find many of these ensembles sold in stores, here are pieces to help create your own Hollywood style: Heidi Klum She was stunning in an off-white Roland Mouret dress with suede thigh-high boots …
Avoid being a victim of secret shopper scams
Who wouldn't want to get paid to go shopping? That's partly the allure behind "mystery shopper" scams. While they aren't new, these phony "we'll-pay-you-to-shop"-type ads sprouted like online weeds during the recession as job-hungry Americans hunted for employment. Law enforcement and some financial institutions say they're spotting …
New York Fashion Week trend: Bright prints and colors
New York Fashion Week brought out eye-catching trends and bright colors to kick off warm weather fashions that have women shining during work or play times. Nobody wants these beautiful splashes of color to look dull and worn after just a couple washes. Colors need …
C is for classic: Classic looks for your wardrobe
"A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous." - Coco Chanel You may have heard the saying that everything old is new again, but there are some things that just never go out of style. But what is "classic style" - and how can …
6 essential accessories to complete your outfit
Every woman knows there are some basics that have to be in her closet: a little black dress, a pencil skirt, a great pair of jeans and a classic purse. With the right building blocks, you can put together an outfit that's stylish, feminine and …
Sexy new line from Chicago’s Kahindo Mateene
Chicago up-and-comer Kahindo Mateene has fused her African heritage with an urban sensibility for spring.