Alice Oglethorpe

"By now, the pink ribbon and breast cancer awareness are almost as synonymous with October as pumpkins. And for Missie Bender, owner of one Vignette Home, breast cancer awareness is...

"I can’t get enough of Missoni—whether it’s the tray I grabbed at Target during their collaboration or my wool scarf that doesn’t quite keep me warm enough on frigid days,...

"One open house is enough to get me excited—this weekend I don’t know what’s going to happen. The Chicago Architecture Foundation is hosting Open House Chicago, which is basically an...

"A recent survey shows that Americans will spend almost $8 billion on Halloween decorations, costumes, and candy this year. You’re on your own for the costumes and candy, but we’ve...

"This month, the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust is hosting October After House at Robie House (5757 S. Woodlawn Ave.). Taking place every Friday in October from 5 to 8...

"It seems Jayson Home always has some great sale or event going on. Well, this weekend is the awesome-est of them all: the Fall Flea Market."

"I’m currently loving one of Milwaukee Avenue’s newest home décor destinations: Caza (1459 N. Milwaukee; 773-227-7774). It opened at the end of July and is sort of like a vintage...

"Bored with the artwork in your home? Instead of buying all new pieces, rent some. HangItUp Chicago, leases artwork from local established and emerging artists, such as Mark Collins, Jamie...