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Barbara Kruger’s “Thinking of You. I Mean Me. I Mean You.” (2019)
Beloved by the likes of Taylor Swift and Jennifer Lopez, Highland Park–based jewelry brand Graziela, founded by Brazilian designer Graziela Kaufman, has introduced a new collection of stunning yet wearable statement pieces set in 18-karat white gold. Pérola, showcasing freshwater pearls paired with colorful London blue topaz, apatite and emerald gemstones (all sourced from her native Brazil), includes rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets arranged in whimsical silhouettes. “I have been wanting to create a pearl collection for the last five years,” says Kaufman. “I wanted it to be different from anything else on the market: modern, sexy, flowing designs of colored gems mixed with pearls creating pieces that are very wearable, not so serious and traditional. I set pearls in unusual silhouettes like ear cuffs, hoops and climbers to feel fresh and magical.”
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Graziela’s Pérola Lavalier necklace; founder Graziela Kaufman
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CAPTION THIS Opening September 19 at The Art Institute is an exhibition of conceptual artist Barbara Kruger, Thinking of You. I Mean Me. I Mean You. Known for her use of visuals and provocative text crafted to expose and undermine the power dynamics of identity, desire and consumerism, the full breadth of Kruger’s career is highlighted here—from early and rarely seen “pasteups” to immersive digital productions. Works on vinyl, site-specific installations, animations and multichannel video installations will transcend the traditional exhibition space and extend into the museum’s public spaces and the city beyond. artic.edu
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Winnetka-based entrepreneur Peyton Merrill has opened a second location of her popular North Shore boutique Bunny & Babe. The new location on Chestnut Street houses more of the shop’s sought-after fashions and accessories by a variety of luxury and contemporary designers including Kule, Loeffler Randall and Farm Rio, as well as some new additions such as Cinq à Sept and Blazé Milano. Home and tabletop offerings from Amanda Lindroth complete a top selection, along with jewelry from Mignonne Gavigan and ASHA. bunnyandbabe.com
A sitting area at Bunny & Babe
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