Men hate Valentine’s Day. The flowers, the last-minute reservations scramble, the forced romance: the whole thing is basically just another blown anniversary waiting to happen (Exhibit A: “What to Get My Booty Call”). So this year, The Closer reclaims February 14th on behalf of the males of the species. I plan to order pizza, drink … Read more
… and seven other ideas for men stumped by Valentine’s Dayby Sam Moulton My long-distance booty call who lives in NYCAn inanimate object isn’t going to cut it-you need to see each other, and fast! Book a last-minute getaway somewhere warm via the Web on site59.com. Its slick search function makes traveling from two different … Read more
On a frigid evening, these items will turn up the heat indoors.
Stunning contemporary design. A Chicago address. Fine china has never looked so good
Have a lamp but need an eye-popping shade? Wicker Park newcomer Zella Brown is the anti-Crate & Barrel, offering custom home accessories for shoppers who care unique home décor.
Forget snakes and snails. What little boys really want are cool tees, rugged jeans, and a clothing store designed like a playground. For them, Red 21 Boys—named after a familiar football audible—delivers on all counts.
Get Beachy North Center newcomer Stellar 26 (4164 N. Lincoln Ave.; 773-388-2626) has a beachy aesthetic, drawn from owner Carrie Ligman-Bowers’s childhood in South Haven. Comfortable cotton dresses, such as a red strapless number by Free People ($118), print headbands from Haley Handmades ($18), and cute tank tops ($25) all have a summery feel. For … Read more
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Styel Sheet July – 2006 WIND SONGFor those who don’t care for the intrusion of chimes, this iridescent mobile dances silently in the summer breeze (Color Cosmix, $28, at www.chiasso.com). PINCH MEMan the grill in a one-of-a-kind cabana shirt, inspired by the Seinfeld character Kramer and designed by laid-back local Craig Morrall (lobster shirt, $49.95, … Read more
Watch out, American girls. A trio of Chicago businessmen aim to create a hot toy venue for boys.
