Popular Andersonville Boutiques Slashing Prices! 0
on 4 Dec, 2013
In Chicagoings-On
Mark your calendar! This Friday, December 6th, the shops of Andersonville are cutting their prices for the 11th annual Late Night Andersonville event. From 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. (only 4 hours y’all!), save big at over 40 local boutiques. Akira’s offering 20% savings, The Coffee Studio’s got a
4 Quick Ways to Recover from Thanksgiving Weekend 0
on 1 Dec, 2013
In Musings
I don’t observe either Thanksgiving or Hanukkah (how surprised are you ’bout that last one, hm?). For me the end of November means only two things, vacation time and Black Friday sales. Consequently, please believe that when I tell you spending the last three days in a pool of
{Shopping} Big Deals on Small Business Saturday! 0
on 27 Nov, 2013
In Chicagoings-On
Black Friday is kind of a big deal in our house. I’m the type of person who sleeps outside of Bed Bath and Beyond for an espresso machine that’s 20% off for the first 25 guests. I’m not ashamed. Not the slightest. See, it’s all about the thrill of
{FASHION} 50% Off at SWABY! 0
on 26 Nov, 2013
In Fashion and Beauty
Couture: a word so overused and misappropriated that its meaning is lost among common definition. A truly couture piece is, however, always designed and custom created by hand with a client’s specific taste in mind. In Chicago, the jewel of the conservative Midwest, few designers bother creating couture fashions.
{Street Style} Day 5: Survive the Trenches 0
on 22 Nov, 2013
In Fashion and Beauty, Street Style
Each day this week, Chicagoings.com will be featuring street style that incorporates one of THESE trends in an inimitable way. One of my favorite street style photographers, Amy Creyer of Chicago Street Style, posted this photo on her blog almost a year ago. The look is perfect for today, however. For
{Street Style} Day 4: Fur the Love of Fashion 0
on 21 Nov, 2013
In Street Style
Each day this week, Chicagoings.com will be featuring street style that incorporates one of THESE trends in an inimitable way. Fur Trim in Chicago’s Gold Coast. How hard is it to find a coat with a real, quality fur detail nowadays?! Obviously, this gentleman’s jacket is made by DSquared.
{FASHION} A Favorite Indie Boutique is Offering 20% Off Store-wide! 0
on 20 Nov, 2013
In Chicagoings-On
The following post is NOT sponsored. I just like to share good news! One of my favorite clothing stores in Chicago, Wicker Park’s Edith Hart, is offering 20% off their entire selection now through November 24th. Known for their amazing flash sales, you can never expect Edith Hart’s pieces
{BRAIN VOMIT} Ira 0
on 20 Nov, 2013
In Musings
So, my best friend is famous, which you may be surprised to find I discovered only recently. This revelation is admittedly shocking and leads me to wonder if we ever really were friends to begin with. I have a very boring job at a very boring desk in a