Go ahead, keep a schedule. Let us know how that turns out.
With its reflective surface, Cloud Gate (aka The Bean) is the world's greatest place for next level selfies. So we're not surprised that custom menswear leader, Indochino, is coming back to Chicago for a pop-up shopping experience (June 13-30). If your look needs a kick start in the crispy department, head down to 7 N. State Street or book an appointment online at indochino.com/Chicago. A personal stylist will get you measured and fitted, opening
If you're looking to kick summer in the gut with one of the season's best neighborhood festivals or mimic the exaggerated on-stage hip thrusts of Mick Jagger, Chicago is the place to be this weekend. The city has a block party in West Town, a 3-D concert and identical twins sharing the stage for a weekend of standup. Only in Chicago. Show out, it's time to make weekend plans.
Menswear often gets overlooked with the plethora and prominence of female-only retail stores in Chicago. But it's quality over quantity for these inner city manly boutiques. Style never takes a vacation, so keep your steez crispy at these Chicago menswear stores.
Open Books (213 West Institute Place) is a gem of a bookstore where every purchase helps support community programs that promote literacy in Chicago and beyond. Brimming with over 50,000 donated books, this unique bookstore promises great prices and a great selection.
The Gold Coast Historic District, located on Chicago's Near North Side, is one of the prettiest (and most pedigreed) neighborhoods in the city. It earned its glitzy reputation in 1882, when millionaire Potter Palmer built a forty-two room castle overlooking Lake Michigan. Other famous and wealthy Chicagoans followed and, to this day, the area is one of the exclusive in the city. Here are five kid-friendly stops in this elegant city
Fashion is art. I think we are all at the point where we can say that now. If not, Google "Alexander McQueen" and you'll understand what I mean. Being both an art and fashion buff myself, it always brings a special kind of excitement when the worlds come together for doubly fabulous events. Renowned jewelry designer Shamila Jiwa is presenting a fine jewelry trunk show at the Art Institute Saturday April 27 and Sunday April 28. Chicagoans
The spring season is one of the busiest for the American Girl Store, located at 835 N. Michigan Avenue in Water Tower Place. The window displays are filled with flowers and dolls dressed in their spring best, reminding us all that summer is on its way. Many families plan their visits to Chicago around a shopping spree at this beloved store, and many Magnificent Mile Hotels offer special perks for visiting girls and their dolls. Here are
Every spring, Macy's on State Street bursts and blooms with the spirit of the season. The annual Macy's Flower Show features florets from around the world - from Palace Roses to Hinoki Falsecypress - and a wonderful array of workshops and related events. This year's show will usher in spring with its lovely in-store garden through April 7 and it's inspired by the exotic architecture, gardens and spirit of South Asia.
Between a Barbadian pop princess, international poster fair and the Latino Theatre Festival, Chicago is at the center of the globe this weekend. When it comes to authentic cuisine and Parisian prints, this city has all you need to shine bright like a diamond. So kick it with us this weekend. It'll be fun.
I myself, a Chicagoan Born and raised, loves the fact that we have four seasons. But I understand that not all of us do. Pretty soon we'll be challenged with how to be just as stylish with fewer layers. Well, I'm here to give you the deals and steals for spring.
