It’s Good to Go Gray When Laura Schoch launched the Winnetka staple Gray seven years ago, she specialized in neutral basics-hence the boutique’s name. Over time, her inventory evolved into a more colorful mix of casual pieces, from summery dresses to flowing tops. Now, Gray is evolving further: Schoch has shuttered the Lake Forest shop … Read more
Photos: Leonard Gertz Styling: Sheila Styling DREAM WEAVERSUnusual textures, colors, and fringe distinguish a cozy new line of hand-woven cashmere afghans and blankets (Canyon View cashmere throws, $150 to $500 at Scout, 5221 N. Clark St.; 773-275-5700). HERE COMES THE GROOMBold claims-six-pack abs and hair regrowth-accompany the great graphics of a sexy new men’s … Read more
Lana Fertelmeister, one of the city’s leading jewelry designers, glams it up—here at home and on the road.
In a Garfield Park studio, brothers Christopher and Daniel Streng are redesigning the world—one object at a time.
MADE FOR WALKINGRubber soles make these silky embroidered slip-on booties versatile enough for a quick trip to the mailbox (Meribel slippers, $32 for adult sizes, $25 for child, at Porte Rouge, 1911 W. Division St.; 773-269-2800). Photography: Leonard GertzStyling: Sheila Styling HARD BODIEDThese brilliant, lightweight plastic suitcases practically scream your name from the luggage … Read more
Shine on in reflective shades of bronze, silver, and gold
Photography: Leonard GertzStyling: Sheila Styling NEVER TOO LATEA silver skull makes the most of the dead space on a desk (DL & Company Memento Mori collection paperweight or place card holder, $375, at Ikram, 873 N. Rush St.; 312-587-1000). EYE SEEView the world differently in a chic new set of specs (Jean LaFont Paris Orezza … Read more
Two designing women—one of them a mom—test their concept for a fun and funky children’s store in thriving Glencoe.
Features The Best for Less, by Jan Parr with Christine Houde, Ronit Rose, Gretchen Wahl, and Cassie Walker How to get great deals on quality merchandise and avoid being seduced by oh-so-low prices-places, insider tips, little-known mailing lists The Shape of Things to Come, by Jonathan Black It missed its eponymous moment by four years, … Read more
The Indies and the It Crowd Film freaks get the best of both worlds this week: new movies from emerging filmmakers, and star-studded premières and parties-all part of the five-night Gen Art Chicago Film Festival, Tuesday the 26th through Saturday the 30th. Celeb-sighting opportunities begin with the fest’s opening night, when Heather Graham (Boogie Nights, … Read more
