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)…
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…
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.
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
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…
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)…
Residents Only
As an airline pilot, Halli Mulei always seemed to be out of town whenever Chicago held its local fashion events…
School supplies = cool supplies. Step into class with rubber kicks, recycled-crayon stars, and a pop-art soccerball
A crackerjack craftsman fashions new life into old fur
Let your imagination fly as ladylike meets attitude in terminally chic silhouettes
