Kate Stahl | November 27, 2011 6:36 pmGal-about-town Amanda Puck, the EVP of local PR firm The Experiential Agency (a national agency that counts Hermés, Marc Jacobs, and the Ritz-Carlton among its clients), a dedicated foodie, a former Crain's 40 Under 40 winner, and an undeniable Chicago tastemaker, gave us her holiday tips, on everything from shopping and party dressing to must-do local traditions. I wholly agree with Puck's sentiment that sequins always work around the holidays — although I'm not sure I've ever seen her without some sparkle. Keep reading for Puck's other picks to make your season bright.Read More
Kate Stahl | November 23, 2011 9:00 amThanksgiving's tomorrow, and we're taking the day off to eat too much, drink some wine, and enjoy some family bonding, but we wouldn't leave you hanging without some tips for this week's other holiday: Black Friday. Here are 10 things to know before you hit the streets with the rest of America for some mad shopping.
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Kate Stahl | October 14, 2011 9:00 amOctober is time to think pink, and many of Chicago's best restaurants and shops are making it easy. Shop, eat, and imbibe at Roka Akor, Magnolia Bakery (shown left), The 900 Shops, and more, and you'll also be supporting breast cancer research and awareness. Who said charitable giving couldn't be fun?Read More
Kate Stahl | October 14, 2011 8:30 amMy favorite monthly excuse to shop, Dose Market, is back in a big way this Sunday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Read More
Kate Stahl | October 6, 2011 9:00 amThis Spring, we went a little nuts for the Decadestwo.1 pop-up shop at Space 519 (900 N. Michigan Ave., 5th Fl., 312-751-1519), which featured some beyond beautiful vintage clothing, including some castoffs from Charlize Theron and a jacket that had already been snapped up by Rachel Zoe. Major!Read More
Kate Stahl | September 15, 2011 9:00 amJulie Watson knows good style, so when she hosts a jewelry week, you know it's going to be packed with the kind of accessory designers you need to add to your Fall wardrobe. On Sept. 27-29, Julie Watson Style (900 N.Read More
Kate Stahl | September 7, 2011 9:00 amTomorrow is Fashion's Night Out, and while the event debuted in NYC, Chicago most stylish shops are going all out to celebrate this year. It's probably impossible to make it to all the events taking place tomorrow night, but a fashionista always gives it her best try. Narrow down your night a bit with my picks for the 10 biggest and best Fashion's Night Out parties, ranging from a shoe celebration at Saks with Brian Atwood to a couple of parties featuring some awesome Real Housewives.Read More
Kate Stahl | August 11, 2011 8:20 amI love a stylish Midwestern girl, especially one from Bloomington, IN, home to my college alma mater and also the place where my husband and I said our "I do"s! And Jessica Quirk definitely has style. The longtime style blogger has just released her first book, What I Wore: Four Seasons, One Closet, Endless Recipes for Personal Style.Read More
Rebecca Taras | July 1, 2011 6:30 amWhile we're sure it wasn't planned, Brit import L.K. Bennett (900 N. Michigan Ave., 3rd Fl., 312-374-0958) opened up in The 900 Shops right around the time of the royal wedding.Read More
Rebecca Taras | April 27, 2011 8:02 amWho isn't excited about the big wedding taking place this Friday? On the other hand, I think I share the nonexcitement of many others that the wedding airs at 5 a.m. in these parts, so I need either more of an incentive than my television and pajamas to see Kate Middleton and Prince William not locking lips at the end of the ceremony or an opportunity to watch it later.Read More
Kate Stahl | November 27, 2011 6:36 pm
Gal-about-town Amanda Puck, the EVP of local PR firm The Experiential Agency (a national agency that counts Hermés, Marc Jacobs, and the Ritz-Carlton among its clients), a dedicated foodie, a former Crain's 40 Under 40 winner, and an undeniable Chicago tastemaker, gave us her holiday tips, on everything from shopping and party dressing to must-do local traditions. I wholly agree with Puck's sentiment that sequins always work around the holidays — although I'm not sure I've ever seen her without some sparkle. Keep reading for Puck's other picks to make your season bright.
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