• Revolution

    Fashion Features

    Jan 25, 2012

    Revolution

    A gray area between winter and spring defines fashion's prevailing, surprisingly powerful season.

    Model: Bree Smith for Mother Model Management Makeup and Hair: Lisa Kalz Fashion Assistant: Jordan Dunahue Makeup and Hair Assistant: Adrienne Bruce... more

  • Dangle the Carat

    Jewelry

    Jan 25, 2012

    Dangle the Carat

    Who would have guessed that dramatic “rings around the collar” would wind up among the season’s essential accessories? Defined by bold stones on delicate chains, designers’ newest, most talked about incarnations of fine ne... more

  • The American Way

    Fashion Features

    Jan 25, 2012

    The American Way

    Call it “metro” backlash. For this season, both long-established state- side labels and modern menswear designers went full-on rugged, referencing utilitarian fare once reserved for the blue-collar, on- the-clock set. Those pr... more

  • Velvet Crush

    Fashion Features

    Jan 25, 2012

    Velvet Crush

    Sure, raw denim, studded leather and spiked accessories are cool, but you’ve always been a softy. You appreciate the cozy things in life, which is why you can rightly claim this as “your”season. Thanks to a number of new lush looks&... more

  • March of the Penguins

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    Dec 28, 2011

    March of the Penguins

    Borrowing from the boys is nothing new, but this season, the trend takes a more formal turn. From the glam-rock blazers that debuted at Balmain and Isabel Marant to the elegant suiting introduced by Michael Kors and Yves Saint Laurent (the origina... more

  • Head Over Heels

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    Dec 28, 2011

    Head Over Heels

    It's true that a penny saved is a penny earned, so you can rightly call your intention to scoop up of-the-moment penny loafers in a variety of textures and tones a "savings plan." Seen on the winter runways of Alexander Wang and Tommy Hilfi... more

  • Hit the Right Cords

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    Dec 28, 2011

    Hit the Right Cords

    Ever since denim became permissible on Casual Fridays, few fabrics have threatened its supremacy in the versatility department—until now. Thanks to labels from J. Crew to Current/Elliott turning out cool corduroy pants in countless combinations... more

  • A Walk to Remember

    Fashion Features

    Dec 28, 2011

    A Walk to Remember

    Model: Elizabeth Klinge for Mother Model Management, mothermodelmanagement.com Makeup and Hair: Lisa Kalz, lisakalz.com Shot at the historic Maple Leaf Cottage Inn, Elsah, IL, mapleleafcottages.com The Princess Bride Gown available at Simply Eleg... more

  • Think Outside the Gift Box

    Shopping News

    Nov 28, 2011

    Think Outside the Gift Box

    It’s that time of year again, but before you march to the mall, consider shopping the city’s resale retailers that make holiday gift giving easy on the eyes, and the wallet. Independent shops across town are offering a wide variety of v... more

  • Introducing Esther

    Fashion Features

    Nov 28, 2011

    Introducing Esther

    Newly situated across from Plaza Frontenac in the corner of the ever-hoppin’ Village at Schneithorst is a blessing from the fashion gods—otherwise known as Esther. The charming women’s boutique is the brainchild of Molly Brown and... more

  • Now Voyager

    Fashion Features

    Nov 28, 2011

    Now Voyager

    Model: Gwen Carrier for Mother Model Management Makeup by Lisa Kalz Hair by Kevyn Idoux Plaid Fad Knitted Dove coat available at Blush, Kirkwood, 314.965.4411. Shoshanna dress available at Cha, Ladue, 314.993.8080. Beret available at Mary Ja... more

  • The 2011 Wish list

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    Nov 28, 2011

    The 2011 Wish list

    'Tis the season of giving, the season of sharing, the season to freak out about finding sufficiently thoughtful gifts for every loved one on your list. Avoid becoming a Scrooge and instead, knock back some eggnog and skim our handy guide to finding... more

  • Knit Picking

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    Nov 28, 2011

    Knit Picking

    Chubby is in, at least when talking knitwear-and so ends the feud between fashion’s influential designers and those fond of practicality. Undoubtedly warm, the season’s most-wanted sweaters are composed of wildly thick gauges, braided t... more

  • Suited to Perfection

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    Nov 28, 2011

    Suited to Perfection

    Shopping a suit and its various coordinates can be overwhelming—unless you’re prepared. From what’s hot in shirts, ties, pants and lapels, we’ve mapped out everything you need to know to buy the perfect pieces. Take notes&he... more

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