'Black Swan' May Be Influencing Spring Fashion

Natalie Portman in Black Swan It's been out for weeks and the chilling ballet drama, Black Swan is still at the top of the charts and on everyone's lips. People can't seem to get enough of star Natalie Portman's downward spiral into madness after achieving her lifelong goal as principal dancer in her company's production …

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The Wedding Salon Launches At Sofitel Chicago Water Tower

The Sofitel Chicago Water Tower was the perfect place to hold a million dollar bridal event for the recent launch of The Wedding Salon in Chicago. They needed the ample space, since crowds of women came out for the event. Besides brides-to-be could see how beautiful their own wedding might look! Well actually, they could …

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Dropping In On eDrop-Off

Left to Right: Model & Corri Mcfadden Carol and I attended a fantastic green themed party for eDrop-Off to celebrate their new location in Lincoln Park. eDrop-Off is eco-friendly because they recycle designer clothing and accessories. This 3,000 square foot epicenter is where Corrie Mcfadden, the founder of eDrop-Off and her team of passionate fashionistas …

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All the World's a Hat: A Conversation with Philip Treacy

  Amanda Aldinger 
for Second City Style Magazine London-based couture milliner Philip Treacy has worked with some of fashion's most iconic designers, and has held positions as the chief milliner for Chanel, Alexander McQueen and Valentino. The creative mind behind the butterfly-adorned plant hat atop Sarah Jessica Parker at the Sex and the City movie premiere …

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