The Nanook Chair by Philippe Bestenheider
THE SHEET: We’re falling for geometric patterns and sustainable design—both evidenced in the Nanook chair by Philippe Bestenheider
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Fall’s Most Inspired Home Trend: Botanical-themed Wallpaper
WALL OF THE WILD: These prints bring the outside in
Debra Phillips Opens SG Grand in Chicago’s Design District
SHOPPER: A suburban favorite comes to the city
Vince Comes to Oak Street
INVINCIBLE: The luxury contemporary brand opens its first Chicago retail store
Haberdash Men Opens in River North
Men’s Mecca
After five years in Old Town (1350 N. Wells St., 312-440-1300), Haberdash, one of the city’s few men’s boutiques, opened a second location in River North this month; the new store is at 607 North State Street (312-624-8551, haberdashmen.com)…
The Rug Company Arrives in the Loop
Divine Floor Décor
The Rug Company (320 N. Clark St.; 312-379-1700, therugcompany.info), known for handmade, quality rugs from Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith, Alexander McQueen, and other designers, has arrived in the Loop…
Rocking and Rolling in Logan Square
It’s Instrumental
Opened last weekend, Shake Shop (3247 W. Fullerton Ave.; 773-904-7690) offers a mix of used instruments, equipment, and rock-and-roll collectibles, as well as repair and restoration services from the local musician Tom Cassling.
Fall Couples Makeover
AUTUMN RENEWAL: When we announced our first couples makeover contest, several enthusiastic pairs responded. We chose Brandi Davis and Neil Meredith, two hard-working South Loop professionals who wanted to look a little less “nerdy” (their word, not ours). Our ace style team gave them a head-to-toe consult and came up with two looks—plus new dos—that show off this couple’s fun-loving side
Renowned Cashmere Line Opens Chicago Boutique
Warm Wears
Vince (106 E. Oak St.; 312-280-6890, vince.com), the luxury contemporary brand best known for its cashmere and leather pieces, opens its first Chicago retail store on Friday, October 1st…
New Furniture Shop Arrives in Ukrainian Village
Scentimental Gardens 2.0
The landscaper and designer Debra Phillips recently opened SG Grand (1822 W. Grand Ave.; 312-226-6654, sggrand.com), a furniture and décor store, in the burgeoning design district along Grand Avenue, a spot Phillips chose because of its proximity to Post 27 (1819 W. Grand Ave.; 312-829-6122, post27store.com) and the Merchandise Mart (222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza; 800-677-6278, mmart.com)…