Celebrity Sports Style. Sharapova May Be Out, But She Won't Rain on Nike's Parade

Sorry guys. Husbands and boyfriends everywhere are saddened by the news that Maria Sharapova’s shoulder injury is keeping her out of the U.S. Open this year. Wait, or is that just my husband? According to WWD, both the day and evening tennis dresses designed for Sharapova by Nike to wear at this year’s Open more …

Fall Trend Alert! Get it Straight…Pencil Skirts

Evey few years it seems the pencil skirt returns in a big way and this fall is no different. Judging by the fall ’08 ready-to-wear runway…the pencil skirt is as prolific as it was in the 40’s. We personally love the drama. (L-R) Derek Lam, Diane von Furstenberg, Charles Nolan (L-R) Carlos Miele, Max Azria, …

Beauty Beat. The Fall 2008 Collection from CARGO Cosmetics

As mentioned in a previous article on Second City Style Magazine, shocks of color are all the rage in cosmetic trends this fall. One line we currently love is the entire Fall 2008 Collection from CARGO Cosmetics. The various palettes, liners and brushes take the guesswork out perfecting your look. The easy-to-follow system gives you …

Handbag News. Rei Kawakubo's Party Bags for LV

It’s time to re-examine Louis Vuitton bags. What can I say? I had written them off as I suspect most are fake when I see them an the arms of women everywhere. However, Rei Kawakubo (the Japanese designer behind Comme des Garçons) has given the bags a new look. Yes, as is the trend of …

Chicago Sale. Koros Moving Sale This Thursday Only

Don’t panic! We nearly did too. Koros is seriously….moving. Not closing permanently (which is news we are getting accustomed to in Chicago, sadly). Straight from Kristin’s mouth they will remain in the area, they just are not announcing where yet. So help Koros pack less by picking up fab designer clearance summer items. Come on, …