Balmain's New Look

  Ready for a French history lesson? You can find one at the newly restored Balmain store. The French couturier's original flagship store at has been returned to its original 18th-century look. The new Parisian style gives nod to when Pierre Balmain first set up the shop in 1945 with 18th-century sculptures and stone floor …

Celebrity Trends. Trendsetters Hit All-Time High at 2010 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Wow! I was quite impressed with the showcase of sultry, yet sophisticated gowns at this weekend's Screen Actors Guild Awards. While we've grown used to seeing your trendsetting celebrity ball gown or glistening jewel on our favorite TV or movie star at the Golden Globes, what impressed we most about this year's SAGs were the …

Irene Michaels Has Her "I" on The Golden Globes Awards Celebrations

  Irene wore a Versace gown to the 67th Annual Golden Globes Awards. Our local Chicago celebrity Irene Michaels attended the Golden Globes and gave  Second City Style an exclusive up-close and personal fashion scoop! "Well, the dresses were certainly romantic this year. Last year they all held backbecause of the world crisis. I loved …

Celebrity Style Smackdown. Who Wore It Best?

Emily Blunt vs. Eva Amurri in Dolce & Gabbana Winner: Though Emily wowed the crowds in her blush pink gown at the Golden Globes, Eva Amurri takes home the crown for her pretty, pulled together look. Blunt's scraggly, dark locks are too much of a stark contrast against the peachy tones of her dress, shoes, …

Beauty Buzz. Our Beloved Kiehl's Ultra Facial Moisturizer Now Comes In A Kit

 With some of the best skincare I have ever tried, Kiehl's brings to us  one of their most popular moisturizers, the Ultra Facial Moisturizer in a Kit. Kiehl's Ultra Facial Moisturizer has been a favorite since the early 1970's and has helped us protect our skin from the winter elements. Perfect for all skin types, …