Friend And Faux A hand-painted tray becomes a table when set on its wrought-iron stand (Painted oversize tray, $595, and stand, $395 at Robin’s Egg Blue, 5 E. First St., Hinsdale; 630-325-1776). Nice Lid Turn heads this winter in a chic, collapsible bucket hat banded with lizard (ponyskin roll hat, $595 at Tod’s, 121 … Read more
An architecturally stunning boutique for secondhand wedding gowns makes River North a destination for the city’s chic yet sensible brides.
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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
