EAT. SHOP. PLAY. Discovering the Best in Chicago
BY SARAH AMUNDSEN These days, it is common for people to send an invitation via Facebook and a thank-you note over email. This may sound old-fashioned, but I still appreciate traditional paper cards and invitations. If you agree, All She Wrote is … [Read more...]
BY WHITNEY HEWITT Gentlemen, this is your friendly reminder: Valentine's Day is right around the corner. We don't want you in the dog house with your leading lady, so we've scoured Chicago for the best local Valentine's Day gifts for your wives, … [Read more...]
BY MARIS CALLAHAN Vegans need not apply: if the idea of wearing natural elements like bones, teeth, claws and fur as a fashion accessory creeps you out, then avert your eyes before we start flaunting Dallas Maynard Jewelry, which pays homage to … [Read more...]
BY TARYN KINTANAR Cashmere. Is there a more classic, elegant, decadent textile? I think not. Cashmere, a fabric that arrived to the US until 1810, is derived from the Asia-native Kashmir goat. I'm sure you were dying to know that, but let me … [Read more...]
BY BRITT COLLETT It can be challenging to find unique clothing, jewelry and trinkets that don’t cost a fortune. Purchasing art for your home can be next to impossible when you're on a budget. ShopColumbia is Columbia College Chicago’s very … [Read more...]
BY SARAH AMUNDSEN Are you looking for a quirky, funky gift store in Chicago? Then Art Effect is the perfect place. If you prefer boutique to big box, Art Effect on Armitage Avenue in Lincoln Park has nearly everything you could want in a … [Read more...]
BY SARAH AMUNDSEN To be perfectly honest, jewelry shopping is one of my favorite activities. Since I used to work at a jewelry store, I know that the perfect pair of earrings, a necklace or a bracelet can easily transform your outfit. I love … [Read more...]
BY HALEY SPECTOR Ladies, we all know when we see a SALE sign in a storefront window, we get that sudden urge to hop on in and check out whats going on. We might not necessarily need to shop, but we feel compelled to at least check out the … [Read more...]
