This new class at Equinox couldn’t have come at better time! It’s the time of year just after after Halloween (sale candy) binging (I just can’t resist a sale) and right before Thanksgiving gobbling and all the holiday parties to distract me from getting to the gym. When I saw the name of the class …
Diane von Furstenberg visited Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue for a rare appearance and runway presentation and (double bonus) Ken Downing curated the show! I had the opportunity to go backstage prior to the presentation and chat with Ken as he meticulously styled the models in Diane von Furstenberg’s fall collection with fun sunglasses, blingy jewelry …
I have been noticing and admiring many of the season’s midi-legnth bias cut dresses and skirts and was reminded of some pieces I wore in the 90s. One plus to growing older is going through a second or maybe even a third recycle of a trend. But what era did this style really originate? I did a little research to see if it was the 20s, 30s or 40s but most of what I am seeing (and liking) is inspired by the 30s
Making Mainbocher The First American Couturier is now open through August 20, 2017 at the Chicago History Museum. I had the opportunity to take a tour of the fascinating and very inspiring exhibit. I had no idea that against all odds this Chicago-born designer established a fashion empire serving royalty, Broadway and Hollywood icons and …
I was familiar with Sachin & Babi from New York Fashion Week and especially since our fashion editors have made so many selections from their collection of special occasion dresses. So when Babi came to Neiman Marcus in Chicago I wanted to meet her. She was so cordial and down to earth! In 1994 she …
