Carson Pirie Scott’s Fall Trendevous

September 15, 2012–Carson Pirie Scott in Yorktown showcased must have fashion trends for the fall season in their annual runway fashion show. Over 250 attendees viewed fashions from Vince Camuto, Michael Kors & more. Guests shopped while tasting delicious breakfast bites. Chicago magazine surprised one guest with a pair of new shoes and a handbag for fall.

Stella Summer Music Series 2012 at The Scout

September 19, 2012–Beer and music lovers alike gathered at The Scout for the last Stella Summer Music Series event of the year. Local Chicagoans enjoyed complimentary Stella Artois and music by Chicago Acoustic Underground. The featured musicians were Hannah Frank, Jeff Brown, and Christie Kent.

Mercedes-Benz Preview Event

September 22, 2012–Mercedes-Benz Chicagoland dealers hosted a sneak preview event at Medinah Country Club to celebrate the 2012 Ryder Cup. The event featured a preview of the Mercedes-Benz Performance Center where guests were able to test their swing or putting prowess using state-of-the-art performance analysis. Also featured were the newest Mercedes-Benz models and innovations, including the Mercedes-Benz Concept Style Coupe which will be in showrooms a year from now! Guests also enjoyed live entertainment by Ed Kowalcyk of LIVE.

Bulleit Bourbon Private Dinner with Master Distiller, Tom Bulleit

September 10, 2012–Chicago magazine celebrated local mixologists and Bulleit Bourbon master distiller Tom Bulleit, at Trenchermen with a private dinner. Guests enjoyed sipping Trenchermen’s Tona Palomino’s Funky Chicken while tasting delicious hors d’ouevres. Tona, along with along with Justin Anderson of La Sirena Clandestina and Nathan Ozug of Longman & Eagle, created Bulleit cocktails that were paired with the four-course dinner. Tom Bulleit educated guests on his family legacy in the bourbon business and gifted each mixologist with a custom Bulleit Bourbon cocktail kit. Please drink responsibly.

The 2012 American Craft Exposition

August 25, 2012–Nearly 5,500 supporters attended this year’s 28th annual American Craft Exposition, presented by The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Evanston & Glenbrook Hospitals. Benefitting pioneering ovarian cancer research, this three-day juried exposition of handcrafted works of art gives guests the opportunity to appreciate and purchase pieces from more than 160 master craftspeople.

More from 2012 Best of Chicago

August 15, 2012–More than 475 guests gathered with Chicago magazine at Venue One to celebrate the “Best of Chicago” winners featured in the August issue. Guests mixed and mingled throughout the night in the Beauty Bar and Style Lounge, and perfected their poses at the photo flipbook station provided by Lexus. Attendees also enjoyed beer courtesy of Miller Lite and signature cocktails from Don Julio, Ketel One, Bulleit, and Ciroc.