Rebecca Taras | September 20, 2011 9:00 amIf you're a Chicagoan, you already know what to expect in the months ahead, so a girl can't have too many coats in her closet. Just because the weather isn't a pretty sight doesn't mean you can't be. Check out these five hot looks for chilly days and brisk nights.Read More
Kate Stahl | August 3, 2011 8:10 amMark your calendars for the week of Oct. 17! Now in its seventh year, Fashion Focus Chicago has firmly established itself as the city's annual celebration of local fashion with all its highs (see Fall designs from locals Lara Miller and Christina Fan below) and — let's admit — some lows.Read More
Rebecca Taras | June 3, 2011 8:43 amWelcome back to A Day in the Life. Last week, we took you through a day with 555 Designs' Karen Herold. Today, we're going behind the scenes with local designer Lara Miller.Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 18, 2011 8:00 amI am addicted to Project Runway, mainly because I love it when Heidi Klum busts out a sweet aufedersein at the end of each episode. Well, I never thought I would be on such a tough panel myself, but last Thursday I was part of the judging process for the International Academy of Design and Technology's annual student fashion show. The other judges and I had to determine which designer's fashions would be showcased in the big show next month.Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 6, 2011 8:01 amWelcome back to our newest PopSugar City feature. Each week, we'll ask you about your favorite spots in the city — to get great sushi, catch some live music, get a facial . .Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 5, 2011 8:03 amSpring has sprung — sort of — and along with it the observance of National Earth Month. Perhaps you'll be better about recycling those milk jugs and vino bottles, or maybe you'll build up the fortitude to plant an urban garden — even if it's only a flower box on the balcony of your condo. Sure, these are all great ideas, but when I found out about GlobalFashionBrands.com, a new online pop up shop dedicated to independent designers, I discovered quickly that it actually is pretty easy being green.Read More
Kate Stahl | March 3, 2011 8:02 amCerato Boutique is always a huge supporter of Chicago fashion, but tonight the Southport shop is joining forces with the Creative Lounge (1564 N. Damen Ave., third floor) for a sweet shopping event totally dedicated to Windy City clothing and accessory designers. Check out styles from Chicago's best, including Elise Bergman, Lara Miller, Kristin Hassan, Sophia Reyes, Anna Fong, and C/FAN.Read More
Kate Stahl | November 19, 2010 8:00 amBelieve it or not, it's already time to start your holiday shopping, and this weekend, you can get a jumpstart at the Randolph Street Holiday Market (Beaux Arts Plumbers Union Hall Building, 1340 W. Washington St., 312-666-1200). This Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.Read More
Rebecca Taras | September 20, 2011 9:00 am
If you're a Chicagoan, you already know what to expect in the months ahead, so a girl can't have too many coats in her closet. Just because the weather isn't a pretty sight doesn't mean you can't be. Check out these five hot looks for chilly days and brisk nights.
Read More
Kate Stahl | August 3, 2011 8:10 am
Mark your calendars for the week of Oct. 17! Now in its seventh year, Fashion Focus Chicago has firmly established itself as the city's annual celebration of local fashion with all its highs (see Fall designs from locals Lara Miller and Christina Fan below) and — let's admit — some lows.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | June 3, 2011 8:43 am
Welcome back to A Day in the Life. Last week, we took you through a day with 555 Designs' Karen Herold. Today, we're going behind the scenes with local designer Lara Miller.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 18, 2011 8:00 am
I am addicted to Project Runway, mainly because I love it when Heidi Klum busts out a sweet aufedersein at the end of each episode. Well, I never thought I would be on such a tough panel myself, but last Thursday I was part of the judging process for the International Academy of Design and Technology's annual student fashion show. The other judges and I had to determine which designer's fashions would be showcased in the big show next month.
Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 6, 2011 8:01 am
Welcome back to our newest PopSugar City feature. Each week, we'll ask you about your favorite spots in the city — to get great sushi, catch some live music, get a facial . .
Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 5, 2011 8:03 am
Spring has sprung — sort of — and along with it the observance of National Earth Month. Perhaps you'll be better about recycling those milk jugs and vino bottles, or maybe you'll build up the fortitude to plant an urban garden — even if it's only a flower box on the balcony of your condo. Sure, these are all great ideas, but when I found out about GlobalFashionBrands.com, a new online pop up shop dedicated to independent designers, I discovered quickly that it actually is pretty easy being green.
Read More
Kate Stahl | March 3, 2011 8:02 am
Cerato Boutique is always a huge supporter of Chicago fashion, but tonight the Southport shop is joining forces with the Creative Lounge (1564 N. Damen Ave., third floor) for a sweet shopping event totally dedicated to Windy City clothing and accessory designers. Check out styles from Chicago's best, including Elise Bergman, Lara Miller, Kristin Hassan, Sophia Reyes, Anna Fong, and C/FAN.
Read More
Kate Stahl | November 19, 2010 8:00 am
Believe it or not, it's already time to start your holiday shopping, and this weekend, you can get a jumpstart at the Randolph Street Holiday Market (Beaux Arts Plumbers Union Hall Building, 1340 W. Washington St., 312-666-1200). This Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.
Read More
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