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Royal Blue
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
A design duo gambles on America’s fashion staple—denim. Read more
Indie Rocks
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
The perfect fit for booming Logan Square: a shop that encourages emerging local designers and aims to inspire a crop of new ones. Read more
Shoestring Chic
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
Brice Cooper loves getting his hands dirty. The 26-year-old Chicago-based host and lead designer of HGTV’s Design on a Dime is used to making the most of not much—transforming rooms with back-alley finds, paint, and discounted designer deals. We asked him to share some tips, including the best neighborhoods for Dumpster diving. Read more
It's a Splash
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
An Andersonville couple show how to jump-start an evening out by inviting folks in for a vodka tasting Read more
Everything is Illuminated
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
Lighting expert Xavier Yager offers insights about all fixtures bright and beautiful, the importance of shadows, and how to put yourself (and your rooms) in the best possible light Read more
Power Players
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
Learn the newest spring trends from some of Chicago's Fashion Pros Read more
Haute Doggy – Sales Check
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
Bucktown now boasts a pet shop as stylish as its neighboring boutiques. At Red Dog House, owners offer a mostly exclusive assortment of designer duds and gear for our four-legged friends. Read more
Kid ‘N’ Play
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
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. Read more
Power Broker
By Stacy Wallace Albert
In a takeover that’s anything but hostile, a son reconceives his father’s business and introduces the iPod generation to the custom details of Balani bespoke suits. PLUS: Sales Check Read more