For an unexpected way to experience Iceland, pack some knitting needles By Lisa Abend October 16, 2024 at 5:00 a.m. In a country with a deeply ingrained craft tradition, a climate conducive to sweaters, and...
From friendship bracelets to camo hats, what Chicago DNC fashion over the past week tells us about politics today By Rebecca Johnson August 23, 2024 at 4:36 p.m. Truly, “clothing matters” according to one political science professor, who said it’s a tool politicians...
This Chicago dance party is for ladies who want to wind down before midnight By Rebecca Johnson July 27, 2024 at 5:41 p.m. As dozens of women crowd the dance floor at Color Club in Irving Park, many...
26 million tons of clothing end up in China’s landfills each year, propelled by fast fashion By Associated Press July 10, 2024 at 6:50 p.m. Textile waste is an urgent global problem, with only 12% recycled worldwide, according to fashion...
From ‘latte makeup’ to ‘girl dinners,’ TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last? By Anne D'Innocenzio July 3, 2024 at 9:22 a.m. While TikTok faces uncertain times, its influence remains undisputed and for now, arguably unrivaled.
Ralph Lauren goes with basic blue jeans for Team USA’s opening ceremony uniforms By Leanne Italie June 18, 2024 at 8:01 a.m. When Team USA walks with the world’s athletes at the Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony, they’ll...
Not your parents’ summer camp: Area colleges offer kids access to fashion design, playing the blues, more By Melinda Moore May 24, 2024 at 3:32 p.m. A new fashion design summer camp is a hit at Moraine Valley, and sessions at...
Inside the Met Gala: A fairytale forest, woodland creatures, and some starstuck first-timers By Jocelyn Noveck May 7, 2024 at 12:20 p.m. Here are some memorable moments and scenes from inside the 2024 Met Gala.
Met Gala in full bloom with Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Mindy Kaling among the standout stars By Leanne Italie May 6, 2024 at 8:13 p.m. Here’s a quick Met Gala primer on what you need to know about the palooza...
Work-life balance: Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese walks the Met Gala red carpet after practice Monday By Julia Poe May 7, 2024 at 7:35 a.m. Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese made a surprise appearance on the red carpet at the...