EAT. SHOP. PLAY. Discovering the Best in Chicago
BY HALEY SPECTOR You may have heard that our Chicago Blackhawks are in this little competition called the Stanley Cup playoffs. You've probably also heard that Chicagoans take a lot of pride in our Blackhawks. Whether you were born and raised … [Read more...]
BY HALEY SPECTOR There are certain pieces in a woman's wardrobe that last forever. I call these classic staples and don't mind paying a little extra moolah, since it's an investment. Whether you need to dress for a professional meeting or a … [Read more...]
BY LINDSAY WIELGOLEWSKI It’s been said that “diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” but if you’re like me, I’m usually on board with anything shiny, sparkly or just plain gorgeous. I spend a good deal of time searching for the perfect … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN When I wear jewelry, I typically gravitate towards subtle designs for everyday looks. Tinsel and Timber offers handcrafted wood pendants made in Chicago from sustainably harvested wood. For every piece of jewelry sold, the … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN When I moved to Chicago from the East coast, I was prepared to forge through below-zero winters and trudge through knee-deep snow. What I was unprepared for, besides the blistering humidity in July and August, is the everlasting … [Read more...]
BY HALEY SPECTOR Within the last couple years there has been a serious rise in fitness fashion. You can blame your addiction to Mercury Method, Flywheel or running along Lake Michigan, but it would only make sense that we want to look and feel as … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN With warm spring weather comes the desire to spend more time outdoors, and that includes shopping Chicago’s numerous boutiques and designers. If you’re looking for a way to overcome your cabin fever – and stock your … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN Chicago is a fashionable city, but lately, London has been showing us up. Not only does Kate Middleton inspire wardrobe envy around the globe, but another fashionista from across the pond has designed a line of shoes and bags … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN For many women, one of the best parts of traveling is shopping for unique, local jewelry in a different part of the world, but not for Colleen Graneto. While living in Ecuador, Graneto learned how to make handcrafted jewelry from … [Read more...]
BY LINDSAY WIELGOLEWSKI If you’re anything like me, the approach of spring coincides with an influx of "save-the-date" cards in your mailbox. Yes, wedding season is almost upon us. Fear not, ladies: whether you’re looking for something … [Read more...]
