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Full Frontal On September 21, 1985, the filming of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off took over the city’s annual Von Steuben Parade, in what would become one of the film’s best-loved scenes.

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“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” It’s sage advice coming from anyone, let alone a 17-year-old from the North Shore. But Ferris Bueller is a “righteous dude,” of course, and 30

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years after the palmlicking clarinet prodigy took his ninth (or was it second?) sick day of the semester on a bright, 70-degree spring day, John Hughes’s charismatic brainchild (played by a then-23-year-old Matthew Broderick) is as

synonymous with the Windy City as Abe Froman, sausage king of Chicago. After all, if Bueller hadn’t passed out at 31 Flavors, he wouldn’t have been able to trade his European socialism exam for a ’61 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder, get

existential at the Sears Tower (“Anything is peaceful from 1,353 feet”), eat pancreas at Chez Quis, catch a foul ball at Wrigley Field, indulge his inner romantic at the Art Institute, and unite the Loop in a rousing rendition of “Twist and Shout”

at the German-American Von Steuben Parade. It takes an eternal teenager to remind us of the everyday joys that continue to abound in this city, even if your parents didn’t get you a car—to which we can only say, Danke Schoen.

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18 // Full Frontal

Il Porcellino crafts rustic dishes like insalata di mare.

34 // letter From the editor-in-ChieF 36 // letter From the President and Publisher 38 // …Without Whom this issue Would not have been Possible 40 // the list 45 // invited

Scene River North makes room for the muchanticipated new Italian bistro Il Porcellino.

56 // on the rise

Tropicalizia, 2016, from Chicago native Carlos Rolón/Dzine’s solo exhibit “I Tell You This Sincerely...”

CBS 2’s Irika Sargent embraces a new life in Chicago at favorite spots like Summer House Santa Monica.

Former Chicagoan Lana Condor makes a splashy big-screen debut alongside Michael Fassbender and Jennifer Lawrence in X-Men: Apocalypse.

58 // eye Candy Chicago artist Carlos Rolón/Dzine offers a colorful blast through his past.

60 // PineaPPle exPress The SpongeBob Musical makes a rockin’ debut before heading to Broadway.

62 // the Ceo WhisPerer Former corporate bigwig Mindy Mackenzie reinvents herself with a new book and a new career as a motivational speaker to the C-suite set.

64 // Posh Pursuits Whatever their fancy, Chicago’s A-list can bask in an array of cultural riches this season as the city hosts four world-class events.

66 // sugar high James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal is generating serious buzz with her new line of edible marijuana treats.

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68 // Stellar Start-UpS Chicago’s tech scene boom continues—and these are the three latest darlings of the marketplace.

70 // Goal oriented Soccer star Christen Press kicks off a new season with the Chicago Red Stars.

72 // the ace of cerveza Renowned chef Rick Bayless embraces beer and Baja with exciting side-byside projects on Randolph Street.

74 // Sweet home chicaGo CBS 2 anchor and Miami transplant Irika Sargent embraces a new life in the Windy City.

77 // Scene GUide

Get to know the visionaries behind the Chicago-based start-up Opternative.

Where to eat, drink, and play.

100 // women in motion

87 // veni, vidi, verSace! The mainstay of modern Italian fashion toasts an American future with a new Chicago boutique.

90 // from way downtown…BanG! Whether you’re shooting hoops or striding sidewalks, sports-inspired accessories score big this spring.

94 // fUSion profUSion What happens when creative geniuses put their heads together? One-off collections for spring with 2X the style and luxury.

96 // man Up! Chicago style arbiter Rino Burdi offers a trio of must-try gentlemen’s trends for spring.

98 // in-demand diamondS Need a jewelry refresh? Graff Diamonds director Eve Rogers shares how to wear three of this season’s standouts.

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Fine timepieces with athletic prowess and aesthetic appeal are taking the growing market for women’s watches by storm.

102 // 15 & faBUloUS! Fashion labels come and go, but for the past 15 years one Chicago name has been synonymous with the highest of high style: Ikram.

106 // choo want it! Jimmy Choo toasts 20 years of to-die-for footwear at its new Chicago boutique.

108 // co-ed catwalk The Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence put Chicago’s star fashion students in the spotlight.

110 // doUBle take Tom Gavin and Lauren McGrady surprise and delight with indie-glam shopping in the Fulton Market District.

113 // Style GUide Where to shop, work out, and get gorgeous.

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Features 116 // AnnA for President! As HBO’s smash political satire Veep kicks off its fifth season, Chicago native and three-time Emmy nominee Anna Chlumsky cements her spot as one of television’s most talented comedy players.

120 // suPernovA! The pyrotechnics of imagination manifest in energetic explosions of color, hallucinogenic prints, and big-bang silhouettes that blur the

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lines—brilliantly!

128 // sAving fAce New high-tech antiaging regimes can’t promise a return to the skin you had in your 20s. But more-personalized product ranges can make us look extremely good for our age. Five testers went in search of lost youth...

134 // HumAne instincts As commerce becomes increasingly cutthroat and profitability is championed at any cost, is there room in the economic equation for

kindness, conscience, and humane values? Many business leaders are putting their hands on their hearts and saying yes.

space 143 // see tHe LigHt A gritty stretch of the Loop is being transformed with the new interactive installation The Wabash Lights.

144 // e-Luxe! Antiques aficionados are buzzing about RubyLUX, a new online marketplace for luxury vintage.

146 // giLded Age A trio of Bucktown-based interior designers debuts a gleaming new storefront.

148 // tAke A seAt! Celebrated Chicago-born designer Stephen Burks fashions the season’s most exquisite armchair.

expands further into Chicago, furniture titan Art Van Elslander gets personal about his love of fashion, his commitment to giving back, and the Windy City spots where he feels at home and inspired.

154 // tHe new PAce of Luxury

The Lofts at River East bring expansive luxury living to Streeterville.

Sales are slowing in Chicago’s high-end market, where three-bedrooms or more reign supreme.

152 // Home mAker

159 // sPAce guide

150 // Lofty Ambitions

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How (and where) to live your best life in Chicago.

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Bridal 163 // Budding with Love For couples ready to say “I do,” Chicago’s bridal scene is in full bloom for spring.

164 // next-LeveL Luxe The Peninsula Chicago marries an elegant atmosphere with an of-the-moment approach.

166 // Modern Love The Thompson Hotel toasts one-of-a-kind romance with creative, on-trend touches.

168 // French Kiss Sofitel Chicago Water Tower gives weddings the très chic treatment.

170 // Finishing touches Add key details that will make your big day that much more special.

172 // Menu Must-haves No fête is complete without an unforgettable feast—and couples are getting more and more creative with all things culinary.

174 // BridaL guide Who to call and where to celebrate.

Block Party 184 // FuLton MarKet Frenzy

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Say “yes” to a city-chic wedding celebration.

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Souper troop! With publisher Dan Uslan congratulating the talented participants in our inaugural event of winter deliciousness, Souper Chefs; and celebrating the reopening of the sleekly reimagined Public House with DineAmic partners Luke Stoioff, Fabio Viviani, and David Rekhson.

EVERY TIME WE START GATHERING ideas for the next issue of Michigan Avenue, I can’t help but fall in love with the city all over again. Can you blame me? There are so many reasons to celebrate Chicago and so many incredible stories to tell of people whose passion is to make this town a better place. At Michigan Avenue, it’s our mission and our privilege to tell those stories, and though it may be a daunting task to whittle down that long list of story ideas each issue, it’s one we’re thrilled to take on. And what a list of stories we’ve gathered in this, our Women We Love issue. From fashion and culture to dining, celebrity, sports, and business, on page after page we’re shining a spotlight on some of the city’s most amazing females, from World Cup soccer champion Christen Press to award-winning chef Mindy Segal, star-in-the-making Lana Condor,

gemologist Eve Rogers, and cover star Anna Chlumsky, the West Side native who shot to fame as a child actor in the ’90s and has matured gracefully into a hilarious costar on HBO’s Veep. As always, we also have dining, culture, and fashion in our sights this month, from the buzzworthy opening of new River North Italian hot spot Il Porcellino to a must-see new exhibit from artist Carlos Rolón/ Dzine to the latest breakouts in the city’s ever-booming start-up scene. It’s shaping up to be an incredible spring—and the perfect time to fall in love with Chicago all over again.

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Chicago is a city of constant reinvention. Whether it’s renovating historic Wrigley Field or swapping out Navy Pier’s iconic Ferris wheel for an even bigger version of the storied attraction, the Windy City operates on a perpetual cycle of in-with-the-new, while preserving the old. I’d like to think Michigan Avenue magazine embodies this spirit with our annual Ashore Thing® celebration, presented by BMO Harris Bank. This signature event honors a cherished Chicago tradition—the Chicago Yacht Club’s Race to Mackinac—and adds to it with a family-friendly bash to cheer on the participating sailors. We’ll throw this summertime soirée for the fifth time on July 23, 2016, beginning at 10 am,

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experience with Leinie family members. For official rules and how to enter, visit promorules.com/PL4980. Also on the horizon? Wedding season. Stay up to date on the latest matrimonial trends with our newly introduced bridal section, starting on page 163, featuring Linly Designs, Eli’s Cheesecake, Paramount Events, The Sofitel, the Radisson Blu, and more. As these impresarios prove, even the oldest of traditions can use some fresh vantage points.

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Photographer Credentials: A Miami native, Rodolfo Martinez earned his bachelor’s degree in photojournalism from the University of Miami and received his master’s degree in journalism from Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Communication. He’s worked with celebrities including Leonardo DiCaprio, Debbie Harry, and Eddie Redmayne, and his work has appeared in Paper magazine, OOB Magazine, and W Magazine. Behind the story: Martinez’s inspiration for “Supernova!” [page TK]? “Color,” says the New York-based photographer, who still considers the Magic City the perfect locale to capture fashion thanks to its balmy clime.

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Writer Credentials: Seth Putnam is the editor of The Collective Quarterly, a one-location-per-issue print magazine. He has written for Chicago magazine, the Chicago Sun-Times, The Kansas City Star, Details.com, and more. Behind the story: “What never ceases to amaze me when reporting on Chicago start-ups [“Stellar Start-Ups,” page 68] is how open the community is—and passionate about competing with Silicon Valley on a major scale. Thanks to start-upfocused organizations like Built In Chicago, the city is well on its way.” His inspiration: “The old Life magazine credo: ‘To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, draw closer, to find each other and to feel: That is the purpose of life.’” On the digital world: “It’s all about virtual reality: Much was made of this frontier a couple of decades ago, but now it finally seems to be on the horizon.”

Photographer Credentials: Originally from Tanzania, Chicagobased photographer Nuru Kimondo moved to the US at age 13. She developed a love of photography as a high schooler in Hyde Park. Behind the story: “While working with Mindy [“The CEO Whisperer,” page 62], I really enjoyed her pleasant and relaxed demeanor. She brought her mom to the shoot, who turned out to be our ‘stylist.’ It was really sweet!” On working in Chicago: “I enjoy shooting in downtown Chicago in areas that are different in structure or design. I look for a certain intensity of sunlight that will shape my subjects, therefore lending a certain mood to the image I’m capturing.” Photography 101: “Stay true to yourself. Shoot what you love and what makes you happy.”

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Olympic GOld medalist Ruth Riley Gives kids sOmethinG tO smile abOut at Face the Future FOundatiOn’s Gala. More than 300 guests helped generate $400,000 for the UIC College of Medicine Craniofacial Center at Face the Future Foundation’s annual gala. Hosted at The Four Seasons, the black-tie affair featured an auction, gaming tables, and special remarks from Honorary Chair Ruth Riley. “These boys and girls will now be able to go through life armed with one of the greatest assets any of us can possess… a beautiful smile,” said the former WNBA and Chicago Sky star.

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More than 300 fashionistas gathered at Coach’s Mag Mile space for a special meet-and-greet with Sophia Bush. During the exclusive session, invitees mingled with the Chicago P.D. headliner (and former Michigan Avenue cover star) while browsing the label’s 1941 Spring collection.

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SOUPER CHEFS A host of Chicago’s top chefs gathered at IO Godfrey to ladle out their favorite cold-weather creations at Michigan Avenue’s culinary competition. Throughout the evening, 300 guests imbibed Negra Modelo and specialty Casa Noble cocktails while tasting a variety of offerings, including the evening’s winning dish: green apple and fennel clam chowder by Chef Carlos Gaytan of Mexique.

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THE LOFTS AT RIVER EAST GRAND OPENING The Lofts at River East celebrated its grand opening with an exclusive soirée. Throughout the evening, guests explored the luxury Streeterville development while nibbling on light bites from Paramount Events and sipping specialty offerings by Parce Rum.

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INVITED WOMEN IN THE ARTS LUNCHEON Nearly 400 guests honored actress Claire Danes at Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s annual luncheon at the Museum of Broadcast Communications. Invitees enjoyed an exclusive exchange between Danes and her Homeland costar Tracy Letts, a Steppenwolf ensemble member.

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The Executive Board of the Junior Council welcomed 2,300 guests to its 28th annual gala, benefiting Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. Throughout the evening, invitees imbibed and sashayed in Union Station’s Great Hall on their way to generating $230,000 in charitable funds. Georgia Kastaris, Collin Piercy, and Meghan McCambridge

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River North makes room for muchanticipated new Italian trattoria Il Porcellino.

Photography by Jeffrey Marini

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“What I’ve learned is to keep it as honest as possible,” says chef de cuisine Aaron Martinez of Il Porcellino, the new Hubbard Street trattoria from Lettuce Entertain You, “staying true to what the product is, using great vegetables and leaving them alone.” Set in the former Paris Club space, the restaurant boasts a casual, communal atmosphere, drawing Florentine inspirations with both its moniker (which refers to a 17th-century bronze statue of a wild boar that’s said to promise good luck) and its menu. Featured dishes include the signature Il Porcellino—a porchetta-style braised Berkshire pork belly served with wild cicerchia beans from Umbria—and daily-crafted seasonal plates like gnocchi Bolognese (left), rigatoni alla vodka (right), and baked mushroom rotolo, each showcasing house-made pastas crafted from dough by Martinez with chef/partner Doug Psaltis. (“It’s not just something you get from a Barilla box,” Martinez quips.) In this city of over-the-top dining, Martinez is eager to embrace simplicity. “We want to keep everything really simple,” he says. “[The food] will speak for itself.” 59 W. Hubbard St., 312-595-0800; ilporcellinochicago.com

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SCENE Ingénue

ON THE RISE Former ChiCagoan Lana Condor makes a splashy big-sCreen debut alongside miChael Fassbender and JenniFer lawrenCe in X-Men: ApocAlypse.

On landing her first role. “I was studying for my AP Government test in study hall. I was like, ‘No, this can’t be!’ I started to hyperventilate and couldn’t breathe. It was very much a dream.” The JLaw factor. “I’m a huge fan, but you start to realize they’re normal people, and you no longer think, Jennifer Lawrence—the girl of Hollywood! They turn out to be really normal people doing something that they love.” Character analysis. “[Jubilee] is really, really cool—cooler than I will ever be. No one can sway her out of things that she believes in. Similarly, I will listen to someone’s opinion, but it is very difficult for me to be peer pressured.” Newfound perks. “I had never gotten a paycheck in my whole entire life, and all of a sudden I get money for the first time, and it’s just the most bizarre thing.”

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Chicago life. “It was awesome; I lived in Andersonville. There’s so much culture, beautiful architecture, and awesome theatre—and deep dish pizza will always be my jam.”

PhotograPhy by Isaac sterlIng

Nineteen-yearold Lana Condor is ready for her close-up as Jubilee in X-Men: Apocalypse, hitting theaters May 27.

Opening night. “I’m hoping to just kill it on the red carpet. I want to be edgy and push my comfort zone.”

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clockwise from above: Carlos Rolón/ Dzine’s varied work runs the gamut from embellished mirrors to porcelain sculpture and pop art, as in Untitled (P.R. Yellow), 2014; Afro Comb, 2016; and Untitled (Fine Regal China #1), 2014.

The artifacts of artist Carlos Rolón/Dzine’s upbringing inspired “I Tell You This Sincerely…”, the first solo exhibit by the Chicago native and his first local show in more than a decade. “Carlos Rolón has become one of Chicago’s ascendant international art stars,” says the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events’ Tracie Hall of the artist, whose work captures and comments on the cultures of boxing, Puerto Rican youth social activism, and urban street life. “He has been igniting the art scene in New York, Miami, and throughout Europe, but his commitment to Chicago stays strong.” Of Puerto Rican descent, Rolón melds sculpture, painting, and other media in his latest installations, which encourage visitors to interact with both the art and fellow viewers. Take, for example, his “Bochinche” series, featuring works of wrought iron, porcelain, seashell macramé, and re-contextualized mirror paintings, complete with custom marble benches (intended to be used) that represent a pre-social media community gathering spot. Hall says, “His exploration of immigrant culture and celebration of family, heritage, and pop culture—in installations and artworks that tell powerful stories—make him an artist to watch.” April 9–July 3; at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., Chicago Rooms, Second Floor North, 312-7443316; cityofchicago.org

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PhotograPhy by NathaN Keay, courtesy DziNe stuDio, iNc. (afro comb); courtesy Pearl lam gallery, siNgaPore (uNtitleD (P.r. yellow); uNtitleD (fiNe regal chiNa #1)

ChiCago artist Carlos rolón/Dzine offers a Colorful blast through his past. By Jill Sieracki

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PINEAPPLE EXPRESS THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL MAKES A ROCKIN’ DEBUT BEFORE HEADING TO BROADWAY.

SpongeBob may be a good soul, but you don’t mess around with Mr. SquarePants. The brainchild of marine biologist Stephen Hillenberg, the Nickelodeon property has amassed a cult following since its 1999 debut. So when the producers set their sights on Broadway, they were eager to break the musical mold. And with a score spun from artists including John Legend, The Flaming Lips, Cyndi Lauper, and Aersosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, The SpongeBob Musical is anything but standard. “Early on,” says director Tina Landau, “I listened to the soundtrack of The SpongeBob Movie, and it was full of songs by all kinds of artists. I thought, Why can’t a Broadway score sound like that?” It can. When the dastardly Plankton sets out to hoodwink the denizens of Bikini Bottom, he sings a number created by T.I. that Landau compares to Harold Hill’s “Ya Got Trouble” from The Music Man. And for a bonding moment between SpongeBob and BFF Patrick Star, Landau turned to Chicago’s Plain White T’s. “They are stuck inside, and rather than getting bored, they realize they’ve got each other and that’s all they need,” says frontman Tom Higgenson. “Plain White T’s is famous for their love songs, so this was a perfect fit.” Massaging each number is music supervisor Tom Kitt, who arranged the stage adaption of Green Day’s American Idiot. “With so many different artists, SpongeBob is like a musical stew,” he says. “I want to celebrate those unique sensibilities while making sure the score is cohesive.” Sounds delicious. June 7-July 23, Oriental Theatre, 24 W. Randolph St., 800-775-2000; broadwayinchicago.com

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leadership, her weakness for fashion, and why, after 18 moves, she’s finally found home in Chicago. What’s in a (nick) name? Mackenzie’s Beam, Inc. colleagues affectionately called her the “Velvet Hammer” for her graceful yet forthright, truth-telling manner. “I joked that they would take a beating from me and

come back for more, because they knew I adored them and was also fiercely supportive of the business.” Leading the way. “I enjoy making a difference. That sounds super-trite, but it just jazzes me up.” Passion for fashion. “I love Dolce & Gabbana— those guys cut for a woman’s figure.” Fun fact. “I used to be a

wedding singer back in my 20s, and I’ve cut a few CDs. My poor family and friends have suffered through all sorts of things.” Sweet home. “Next year I will have lived in Chicago longer than anyplace else. I really feel like I have roots here, and will for a very long time.” Book signing May 23 at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka, 847-4468880; thebookstall.com

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Enjoy the finer things in life this season as Chicago hosts can’t-miss offerings like the America’s Cup World Series qualifying event, Miami City Ballet’s 30th anniversary season, Riccardo Muti leading the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the return of Chicago Polo’s summer tournaments.

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MUTI DOES VERDI. “Verdi is the composer of a lifetime,” says Riccardo Muti. “[He] communicates to us all our feelings: our hope, our joy, and our sadness,” the Chicago Symphony Orchestra music director continues. “He speaks to mankind. And his music in the future will be more and more important.” As part of the city’s yearlong Shakespeare 400 celebration, Muti conducts Verdi’s final opera, Falstaff—a work that continues to challenge the conductor of nearly 50

years. Says Muti, “The score should be performed in a very light, nuanced way, almost like in Mozart, despite the full and heavy orchestration.” April 21, 23, and 26. Orchestra Hall, 220 S. Michigan Ave., 312-2943000; cso.org MIAMI MOVES. Thirty years after George Balanchine-trained New York City Ballet principal dancer Edward Villella launched Miami City Ballet, the renowned company makes its Harris Theater debut under

artistic director Lourdes Lopez. “It’s true that there are many men choreographers and many male directors of companies,” observes Harris’s outgoing president Michael Tiknis, “but there are equally as great a number of very important women in the ballet world, and this is a really unique opportunity.” Among the

highlights of Miami City Ballet’s two separate programs is Heatscape, which choreographer-towatch Justin Peck presents against a backdrop by artist Shepard Fairey, who created the iconic 2008 Barack Obama Hope image. April 29-30, 7:30 pm. 205 E. Randolph Dr., 312-334-7777; harristheaterchicago.org

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Whatever their fancy, chicago’s a-list can bask in an array of cultural riches this season as the city hosts four Worldclass events. By Meg Mathis

SET SAIL. Rio 2016 might be top of mind now, but well before the modern Olympic Games as we know them, there was the America’s Cup. In a maritime milestone, this grand sailing race hits freshwater for the first time with the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Chicago qualifying event. “There is no better stadium than Chicago for this style of racing,” observes Chicago event director Tod Reynolds. “The Windy City is truly made for this.” With a race village built out at Navy Pier (complete with grandstands, entertainment, and a Dark ’N Stormy bar), the course stretches toward Museum Campus for an unforgettable lakefront weekend. June 10-12. Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., acwschicago.americascup.com HORSING AROUND. Chicago Polo returns for the 94th year with its summer season beginning in June. Nearly 15,000 spectators will visit Chicagoland through September to take in the ever enduring equestrian sport; mark your calendar for August 7, when Oak Brook Polo Club competes against India’s Delhi Polo Club for the storied USPA Drake Challenge Cup. June 1-September 14; chicago-polo.com

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SUGAR HIGH

With her new line of chocolate brittles and granola bites, chef Mindy Segal is bringing her gourmet expertise to the world of marijuana edibles.

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The sweets world is old hat for Mindy Segal, whose 30-year career has taken her from a highprofile pastry chef gig at River North hot spot MK to a James Beard Award for Hot Chocolate, her 11-year-old Bucktown standby. So it’s no wonder that Segal is energized about exploring a new frontier in the food game:

lending her gourmet touch to a new line of marijuana edibles. “I haven’t been this excited about an industry since craft beer boomed 10 years ago,” enthuses Segal about the recent opening of Chicago’s first medical marijuana dispensaries late last year. “I’m watching this thing grow, and I’m on the ground floor. I just love it.”

Befitting a chef known for smart creations like dark chocolate pavé with rosemary white hot fudge, Segal’s edibles menu—which showcases single-bite brittles and granolas—features offerings like dark chocolate brittle with smoked almonds (“My favorite nut of all time,” Segal laughs), crunchy

toffee, and caramel; and pure white chocolate brittle with toasted pistachios and candied citrus. Segal acknowledges the challenge of achieving dosage consistency, but insists the work is worth it. “I’m here to make people happy,” she says, “and this is just a great extension of that.” mindysedibles.com

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James Beard award-winning chef Mindy Segal is generating serious Buzz with her new line of ediBle mariJuana treats.

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SCENE DigitaL Tech company mRelief currently works out of the Merchandise Mart in start-up hub 1871.

Chicago’s tech scene boom continues— and these are the three latest darlings of the marketplace. By seth putnam

Opternative The pitch: Glasses and contacts prescriptions determined by a digital eye exam from the comfort of your home. Key players: Cofounders Aaron Dullek and Dr. Steven Lee met at a party. Lee was an optometrist with a simple but brilliant idea, and Dullek was a

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tech-focused entrepreneur who helps turn ideas into products. Latest success: “In February we raised $6 million in Series-A funding from Jump Capital, the Pritzker Group, and other Chicago investors,” Dullek says, “and we just hit 40,000 signups on the website.” opternative.com

mRelief The pitch: Showing Chicagoans in need whether they qualify for social services through the Web and text messaging. Key players: This all-female team is led by Rose Afriyie (who came face to face with poverty while working in the 2008 election) and Genevieve Nielsen (who helped rebuild New Orleans after Katrina). Latest success: “We were recently funded by

the Knight Foundation,” Afriyie says. “And we launched tailored screening, a feature that enables Chicagoans to combine programs that meet their needs and find out if they qualify for multiple programs at once.” mrelief.com Jellyvision Lab The pitch: A virtual coach named ALEX helps navigate tough decisions (health insurance, financial management, retirement)

using behavioral science and humor. Key players: Founder Harry Gottlieb (creator of console game You Don’t Know Jack) and Amanda Lannert (2015 Moxie Awards CEO of the Year). Latest success: “We’ve had some biggies lately, I’m proud to say,” Lannert offers. “As of last year, 5 million employees at more than 500 companies, including 70 in the Fortune 500, used ALEX.” jellyvision.com

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Who: Christen Press. How you know her: The 27-year-old Chicago Red Stars forward scored nine goals during the US women’s national soccer team’s run to the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup Championship. Pinch-me moment: “After the World Cup, when we were flying around to thank the fans and just seeing the sheer number of people and the joy on their faces. It really brought everything into perspective.” Next big goal: “Playing in the Olympics would be a huge honor, and I’m really excited about the opportunity.” Spiritual athlete: The LA native unwinds with yoga and meditation. “I practice Vedic meditation, which is the most ancient type; it’s founded on discipline so you have to do it every single day. They give you a specific mantra that is considered sacred, and you’re never supposed to speak it or think of it outside of your practice. So I can’t tell you—sorry.” Hero worship: The River North resident loves watching Serena Williams. “She embodies female power in every way.” Chicago favorites: Roof on TheWit, the Riverwalk, and bike riding to the aquarium (“What a view!”).

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“AFTER THE WORLD CUP, SEEING THE JOY ON FANS’ FACES BROUGHT EVERYTHING INTO PERSPECTIVE.”

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SCENE Drink Goose Island veteran Jacob Sembrano is using a 10-barrel brewing system to create beers inspired by local and Mexican ingredients— think Mexican chocolate, Mexican lager yeast, citrus, and hominy—as well as brews influenced by European lagers and French-style bières de garde.

THE ACE OF CERVEZA

Foodies were abuzz last year at the news that celebrated chef Rick Bayless (Frontera Grill, Topolobampo, Xoco) was teaming up with Constellation Brands to create a line of Mexicaninspired beers called Tocayo Brewing Company. Now, Bayless is doubling

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down on his passion for the beer scene by unveiling Cruz Blanca, a brewery specializing in French-style bières de garde, led by former Goose Island head brewer Jacob Sembrano and inspired by Strasbourg native Emil Dercher’s 1869 spot of the same name in Mexico. “Brewing has

become an extension of the kitchen,” notes Bayless of his attraction to the craft, “and anything that touches the kitchen is interesting to me.” In true Bayless fashion, the space will offer deliciousness in the form of Oaxacan-style tacos— think half-cured flank tasajo, red chile pork, and

chorizo—plus smoky pasilla salsa, grilled cactus, and more, “all from about the tiniest kitchen you’ve ever seen.” And that’s just the half of it: Next door, another Bayless concept, Leña Brava, will focus on wood-fired Baja seafood, Baja wines, mezcals, and cocktails. The pair of

concepts are Bayless’s first on sizzling Randolph Street, and it’s obvious he can’t wait to join the party. “It’s all happening over there,” he says. “You can just feel the excitement.” Cruz Blanca, 904-906 W. Randolph St.; Leña Brava, 900-902 W. Randolph St., 312-733-1975

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Who: Irika Sargent, the CBS 2 co-anchor for the 5, 6, and 10 pm weekday news. Family reunion: “The goal was always to get to Chicago as a journalist,” says the Kansas City, Missouri, native, who studied Journalism at University of Missouri and made trips to the Windy City to visit her brother. “There’s a lot of opportunity here socially and career-wise.” Dish destinations: Sunda for the spicy “Tail of Two Tunas” roll and the crispy Brussels sprouts salad; Summer House Santa Monica for the smoked salmon hash brown Benedict. “I’m dreaming about it [right now].” Double life: Sargent is a licensed attorney with a JD from Cornell. “Even when I was in law school, the goal was to use that skill set as a journalist,” says Sargent. “I also thought, ‘What added value can I bring to a newsroom?’” Hidden talent: A black belt in Taekwondo, Sargent was at one point the Kansas state champion for her age group. “I like the structure and the protocol,” she explains. “[And it’s a great way to relieve] stress and tension after a busy day.” On her playlist: Adele, Kendrick Lamar, Alabama Shakes, and particularly iconic crooner Sade. Says Sargent, “When I was studying for the bar, I would put her greatest hits on repeat.” chicago.cbslocal.com

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Miami transplant Irika Sargent, photographed at one of her favorite local dining spots, Lincoln Park’s Summer House Santa Monica.

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Dine & Drink AppellAtion rustic fare in andersonville from the charcuterie and cheese specialists behind pastoral. 5212 N. Clark St., 773-358-7181; pastoralartisan.com

the AviAry the city’s premier destination for avant-garde cocktails. 955 W. Fulton Market; theaviary.com

BAllAro Savor handmade italian dishes like sausage scarpinocc at this new north Shore destination. 214 Green Bay Road, Highwood, 847-7803396; ballarohw.com

BAnd of BohemiA Sip a house-brewed ale at this pub in ravenswood. 4710 N. Ravenswood Ave., 773-2714710; bandofbohemia.com

BeAtrix the new Streeterville outpost boasts a chocolate closet of treats for northwestern Memorial’s on-the-go set. 671 N. St. Clair St., 312-642-0001; beatrixchicago.com/ streeterville

the BlAnchArd Chef Jason paskewitz (gemini Bistro) is gaining acclaim for thoughtful French fare at this lincoln park brasserie. 1935 N. Lincoln Park W., 872-829-3971; theblanchardchicago.com

BoeufhAus gourmet goes grass-fed at this brasserie between Ukrainian Village and humboldt park. 1012 N. Western Ave., 773-661-2116; boeufhaus.com

the Broken shAker a hipster haven with sophisticated libations in the Freehand hotel. 19 E. Ohio St., 312-940-3699; thefree hand.com/chicago/ the-broken-shaker

Bunny, the micro BAkery artisanal breads, butters, and more at iliana regan’s highly anticipated pastry destination. 2928 N. Broadway; bunnythemicrobakery.com

c chicAgo an upscale seafood concept in the heart of river north. 20 W. Kinzie St., 312-2808882; cchicago.net

chArlAtAn West town welcomes italian fare like black kale spaghettini and whole oxtail. 1329 W. Chicago Ave., 312-818-2073; charlatanchicago.com

chicAgo chop house go old school at this clubby, classic river north steakhouse. 60 W. Ontario St., 312-7877100; chicagochophouse.com

chicAgo cut steAkhouse Colossal steaks and shellfish in a sleek riverside location. 300 N. LaSalle St., 312-329-1800; chicagocutsteakhouse.com

coco pAzzo For nearly 25 years, this loft-chic institution in river north has served tuscan-inspired dishes (don’t miss the rigatoni). 300 W. Hubbard St., 312-836-0900; cocopazzochicago.com

corned Beef fActory this Fulton Market district eatery prepares its meats on-site in a quest to serve Chicago’s best corned beef sandwich. 1009 W. Lake St., 312-666-2535; cornedbeeffactorychicago.com

dos urBAn cAntinA regional Mexican dishes get the modern treatment in logan Square. 2829 W. Armitage Ave., 773-661-6452; dosurbanacantina.com

the drifter a speakeasy beneath the green door tavern with drinks by famed mixologist liz pearce. 676-8 N. Orleans St., 312-6313887; thedrifterchicago.com

the duck inn Chef kevin hickey (Bottlefork) plates bar bites and more in his beloved Bridgeport. 2701 S. Eleanor St., 312-724-8811;

Monteverde Top Chef alumna Sarah grueneberg marries rustic italian with Texas sensibilities at this chic, Karen PhotograPhy by galdones PhotograPhy

herold-designed restaurant (complete with a custom-built pastificio showcasing handcrafted can-

ITALIAN ICON “I first came to Coco Pazzo a year ago for Valentine’s Day on a whim - I typically don’t eat at Italian places since my family cooks great Italian food. Turns out, the place is a classic. I ended up getting married there ... and everything was phenomenal. The staff from top down is excellent - particularly Roberto the GM and Ann Marie the head of sales ... Details matter, and Coco Pazzo knows details.” — Kyle Evangelista, Vice President of Sales, Guerrero Howe Custom Media 300 W. Hubbard St. 312-836-0900 cocopazzochicago.com

nelloni and pappardelle in all their glory) in the Fulton market District. For those looking to share, the hearty ragù alla napoletana (shown) features fusilli, cacciatore sausage, soppressata meatballs, tomato braised Berkshire pork shank, and wild oregano. 1020 W. Madison St., 312-888-3041; monteverdechicago.com

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Packed Lunch just got a serious upgrade in hyde Park, where mike Sheerin’s (embeya) highly anticipated fast-casual concept specializes in seasonally crafted asian-style dumplings (s h ow n) in iterations like pastrami and Peking duck. in addition to inventive updates on classic sides like macaroni and cheese and hush puppies, desserts such as banana dumplings (banana, chocolate, Brazil nuts, nori peanut butter, and whipped cream) also get the gourmet treatment. 1321 E. 57th St., 312-219-6544; packeddumplings.com

Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, the Corned Beef Factory boasts stacked sandwiches with freshly-sliced meat and premium toppings that recall the detailoriented butchers of old. The restaurant goes back to basics with classic corned beef, reuben, and pastrami sandwiches; the menu also boasts more complex maneuvers like the Tom and Jerry Combo, a corned beef and pastramion-rye creation accented with spicy mustard. And while you might come for the sandwiches, you’ll want to stay for the crisp, homemade chips and Honey Puffs. 1009 W. Lake St. 312-666-2535.

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EddiE V’s Dine on upscale seafood like the Chilean sea bass or a classic New York strip in the heart of downtown. 521 N. Rush St., 312-595-1114; eddiev.com

EL idEas Chef Phillip Foss’s open kitchen brings a Michelinstarred dining experience to Lawndale. 2419 W. 14 St., 312-226-8144; elideas.com

Farm Bar From the Farmhouse team, this Lakeview tavern pays homage to all things Midwest-fresh by sourcing locally. 1300 W. Wellington Ave., 773-281-2599

GEnE & GEorGEtti A Chicago icon beloved for steaks and chops. 500 N. Franklin St., 312-527-3718; geneandgeorgetti.com

GrEEnriVEr Raise a glass at this Irishinspired restaurant and bar in Streeterville. 259 E. Erie St., 312-337-0101; greenriverchi.com

thE hampton sociaL Embrace the Montauk mind-set with crab cakes and lobster rolls. 353 W. Hubbard St., 312-464-0500; thehamptonsocial.com

thE hEaVy FEathEr A ’70s-inspired lounge above Slippery Slope with creative concoctions. 2357 N.

Milwaukee Ave., Second Fl., 773-799-8504

impEriaL Lamian Indonesia’s Imperial Group makes its US debut with hand-pulled noodles and tea-infused libations. 6 W. Hubbard St., 312-595-9440; imperial-lamian.com

ixcatEco GriLL Indulge in traditional Mexican plates by Topolobampo vet Anselmo Ramirez in Albany Park. 3402 W. Montrose Ave., 773-539-5887; ixcatecogrill.com

Johnny’s GriLL Sarah Jordan (Boka, Blackbird) honors her Celtic roots at this diner with Irish breakfast and fish and chips. 2545 N. Kedzie Ave., 773-278-2215

Latinicity Chef Richard Sandoval brings Latin flavor to Block 37 with no less than a dozen Eataly-style eateries. 108 N. State St., Third Fl., 312-795-4444; latinicity.com

mapLE & ash Danny Grant’s ode to Chicago’s carnivorous roots, with steaks cooked in a 12-foot hearth. 8 W. Maple St., 312-944-8888; mapleandash.com

mastro’s stEakhousE A glitzy River North destination for steaks and sushi. 520 N. Dearborn St., 312-521-5100; mastrosrestaurants.com

momotaro Savor flavorful sushi like the momomaki (bigeye tuna, spicy octopus, lotus root). 820 W. Lake St., 312-733-4818; momotarochicago.com

morton’s thE stEakhousE A classic destination for carnivores since 1978. 65 E. Wacker Pl., 312-201-0410; mortons.com

thE northman The city’s inaugural cider bar boasts more than 100 labels. 4337 N. Lincoln Ave.; thenorthman.com

oystEr Bah Don’t miss the New England stuffies and king crab bites at Shaw’s Crab House’s sister concept. 1962 N. Halsted St., 773-248-3000; oysterbah.com

pELaGo Chef/owner Mauro Mafrici and wife Kimberly Anguil Mafrici welcome a sophisticated foodie crowd with impeccably executed upscale Italian dining. 201 E. Delaware Pl., 312-280-0700; pelagorestaurant.com

puBLic housE This beloved sports bar by DineAmic Group (Bar Siena, Prime & Provisions) unveils a sleek new look. 400 N. State St., 312-265-1240; publichousechicago.com

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TASTE OF TUSCANY A sister restaurant to Streeterville trattoria and pizzeria Tre Soldi, Coco Pazzo Café delights with casual staples from Chef David Jahnke. Between calamari and carpaccio, prosciutto and polenta, or funghi and formaggi, indulge in Tuscan classics complemented by an extensive, sophisticated wine list. And for an added, Florentine touch, visit the café’s alfresco outdoor patio steps from the Magnificent Mile—a prime locale for Chicago’s breezy spring temperatures. 636 N. St. Clair St., 312-664-2777 cocopazzochicago.com

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Come for the beer and stay for the samosas at Heisler Hospitality’s British-Indian outpost. 2049 W. Division St., 773-661-6874; pubroyale.com

Carnivore-chic in the heart of River North. 9 W. Kinzie St., 312-340-5636; togrp.com/ restaurant/stk-chicago

on stage City Winery Vino pairs well with musical performances. 1200 W. Randolph St., 312-773-9463; citywinery.com/Chicago

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TheWit Hotel’s top-floor lounge welcomes lively crowds for bottle service. 201 N. State St., 27th Fl., 312-239-9502; roofonthewit.com

A stunning Mediterranean destination in the chic Langham Hotel. 330 N. Wabash Ave., 312-923-9988; travellechicago.com

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This retro-inspired concept in Logan Square serves dishes like monkfish liver torchon and lobster pappardelle. 3213 W. Armitage Ave., 773-4867465; sinkswimchicago.com

Green Mill

River North’s subterranean nightclub smash. 56 W. Illinois St., 312-943-7600; theundergroundchicago.com

This century-old jazz club was a favorite among the Al Capone set. 4082 N. Broadway, 773-878-5552; greenmilljazz.com

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The Dana Hotel’s rooftop libation destination. 2 W. Erie St., 26th Fl., 312-202-6060; vertigoskylounge.com

This Millennium Park oasis hosts acts like Hubbard Street Dance and Chicago Opera Theater. 203 E. Randolph St., 312-334-7777; harristheater chicago.org

tHe sixtH Progressive cocktails in Lincoln Square, courtesy of notable mixologist Benjamin Schiller. 2200 W. Lawrence Ave., 773-433-5959; thesixthbar.com

spiaGGia Savor chef Tony Mantuano’s tasting menus in this iconic dining room overlooking the Magnificent Mile. 980 N. Michigan Ave., 312-280-2750; spiaggiarestaurant.com

steak bar Raise a Fireball Old Fashioned to the city’s continued love affair with steak at this brand-new Old Town destination. 1500 N. Wells St., 773-966-0404; steakbarchicago.com

villains A craft beer-focused pub in the South Loop. 730 S. Clark St., 312-583-0283; villains chicago.com

tHe viOlet HOur The original Chicago mixology bar. 1520 N. Damen Ave., 773252-1500; theviolethour.com

tHe WindsOr The latest from 4 Star Restaurant Group serves dishes like Korean short ribs and roasted beet salad. 160 E. Huron St., 312-943-7777; thewindsorchicago.com

This throne-shaped Art Deco marvel hosts the renowned Lyric Opera of Chicago. 20 N. Wacker Dr., 312-419-0033

iO CHiCaGO Long-form improv enthusiasts will love the never-ending creativity of TJ & Dave. 1501 N. Kingsbury St., 312-929-2401; ioimprov.com/chicago

tHe seCOnd City Tina Fey, John Belushi, Gilda Radner, and Stephen Colbert are a few icons who got their start here. 616 N. Wells St., 312-337-3992; secondcity.com

spaCe evanstOn Evanston’s destination for intimate musical

Up Comedy ClUb With a host of stand-up sets, sketch shows, book signings, and more, this cabaret club has hosted stars like Ellie Kemper and Bob Odenkirk, and Second City’s Break Out Comedy Festival for its second year. Prepare to rub elbows with A-listers and casting execs alike at this two-day showcase, which highlights comedy’s brightest and best. 230 W. North Ave., 312-662-4562; upcomedyclub.com

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Garfield park conservatory Bask in tropical environs this earth Day and beyond at this beloved West Side sanctuary that’s open 365 days a year. Through September, this century-old oasis hosts “Solarise: a Sea of all colors,” an interactive series drawing on the relationship between plants and light to explore a see-it-to-believe-it spectrum of color. 300 N. Central Park Ave., 312-7465100; garfieldconservatory.org

Malvina Hoffman’s sculptures from the 1930s are featured in The Field Museum’s latest exhibition, “Looking at Ourselves: Rethinking the Sculptures of Malvina Hoffman.” Hoffman’s work reflects the complicated ways we look at culture and race while also offering detailed and nuanced portraits of individual persons. Conservation and re-installation of the Hoffman works are made possible by a generous gift from Pamela K. and Roger B. Hull. The exhibition is made possible with the support of The Elizabeth Morse Genius Charitable Trust and an anonymous donor. Photo © 2015 Field Museum For tickets, visit fieldmuseum.org.

performances. 1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston, 847-4928860; evanstonspace.com

thalia hall A Pilsen landmark, this concert hall embraces the bohemian spirit of the neighborhood with an array of entertainment. 1807 S. Allport St., 312-526-3851; thaliahallchicago.com

out & about 360 ChiCago View the Mag Mile from a new level—the gravity-defying TILT experience. 875 N. Michigan Ave., 94th Fl., 888-875-8439; 360chicago.com

ChiCago BotaNiC gardeN Trade the hustle of the city for this oasis 20 miles north. 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, 847835-5440; chicagobotanic.org

driehaus museum Set in an immaculately preserved 19th-century home in River North, this museum revels in the Gilded Age with period furnishings and timely exhibits. 40 E. Erie St., 312-482-8933; driehausmuseum.org

dusaBle museum of afriCaN ameriCaN history Explore the culture of the

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black community, including works by Henry Ossawa Tanner and Archibald Motley Jr. 740 E. 56th Pl., 773-9470600; dusablemuseum.org

field museum This natural-history hub is as beloved for its world-famous resident T. rex fossil, SUE, as it is for special exhibits like “China’s First Emporer and His Terracotta Warriors.” 1400 S. Lake Shore Dr., 312-9229410; fieldmuseum.org

liNColN Park Zoo This free zoo is home to a world-class collection of African lions, Amur tigers, black bears, and more. 2001 N. Clark St., 312-742-2000; lpzoo.org

maCkiNaC islaNd tourism Step back in time at this relaxing getaway in northern Michigan. mackinacisland.org

milleNNium Park The interactive Crown Fountain, Lurie Garden, and Anish Kapoor’s iconic Cloud Gate (“The Bean”) set on 25 acres. 201 E. Randolph St., 312-742-1168; millenniumpark.org

museum of sCieNCe aNd iNdustry The largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere, this institution celebrates innovation. 5700 S. Lake

Shore Dr., 773-684-1414; msichicago.org

Navy Pier This Chicago landmark is fêting 100 years with a whole new look—and a new Ferris wheel. 600 E. Grand Ave., 312-595-7437; navypier.com

raviNia festival Catch acts like Barenaked Ladies (June 9) and Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons (June 12) at this summer tradition, the oldest outdoor music festival in North America. 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, 847-266-5100; ravinia.org

rivers CasiNo Over 1,000 slots and 50 table games plus dining venues make this a major destination for Chicagoans who feel lucky. 3000 S. River Road, Des Plaines, 847-795-0777; riverscasino.com

shedd aquarium Meet 32,000 sea animals while learning about conservation. 1200 S. Lake Shore Dr., 312-939-2438; sheddaquarium.org

skydeCk Visit Willis Tower’s glass balcony 1,353 feet above the Loop for an unparalleled city view. 233 S. Wacker Dr., 312-875-9696; theskydeck.com

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THE MAINSTAY OF MODERN ITALIAN FASHION TOASTS AN AMERICAN FUTURE WITH A NEW CHICAGO BOUTIQUE. BY BRYN KENNY

When Chicago’s first Versace boutique opened on Oak Street in 1986, it was the Milanese luxury brand’s largest location in the world. Thirty years later, Versace makes a Midwest comeback with a dazzling, just-opened 5,000-square-foot space at Rush and Walton. “I’m obsessed with the future,” says contemporary fashion queen Donatella Versace, who oversees the entirety of the brand’s incarnations in her role as artistic director, from ready-to-wear to advertising campaigns to Versace-branded hotels. “I’m not interested in what has been, but what is about to happen. To me, the past is boring.” Versace’s Spring/Summer 2016 women’s ready-to-wear collection is—characteristically— anything but. Military-style jackets are cinched at the waist and worn as micro-minis, bold prints of leopard and zebra are pieced together like patchwork, and elements of delicate raw edges and lace add a soft finish to more-structured pieces. And while Versace is known for its barely-there styles, there are plenty of options for transitional Chicago weather, including chic suiting in an array of patterns and colors and îî

“I’M OBSESSED WITH THE FUTURE. I’M NOT INTERESTED IN WHAT HAS BEEN, BUT WHAT IS ABOUT TO HAPPEN.” —DONATELLA

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These looks from Versace’s runway show in Milan showcase the Spring/Summer 2016 collection’s military inspirations and bold, animal- print patterns; La Donna herself: Donatella Versace backstage.

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STYLE TASTEMAKER

“The versace woman Today is an individual who is proud of her own characTer.” —donatella versace

Hallmarks of the newest collection from Donatella Versace (bottom left) include bold-as-ever patterns and colors and the now-ubiquitous (thanks to her) silhouette stunner: the cinched waist (bottom right).

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playful sportswear separates. Slick interpretations of the classic Palazzo bag, in shades of black, olive, and crimson, as well as platform shoes, add the perfect finishing touches. Supporting the collection is a new Spring/Summer 2016 ad campaign shot by fashion photographer Steven Klein and conceived by Versace, who says she was inspired by the concepts of empowerment and individuality. Featuring models Gigi Hadid, Raquel Zimmerman, and Natasha Poly in the foreground, with martial-arts expert Lukasz Grabowski gazing from the distance, the campaign was shot on the stark white salt flats of California’s Death Valley. “This is the Versace woman today, an individual who is proud of her own character,” says Versace of the striking images. As for the Versace woman of tomorrow? Without a doubt, the 60-year-old designer— who took over the house’s creative duties from her late brother Gianni, the company’s founder, in 1997—already has a clear idea of where she’s headed. “Versace is more than just a brand to me. It is family, and its DNA and traditions are in my blood,” she says. “What interests me is taking those traditions and pushing them forward into the future.” 935 N. Rush St., 312-445-9750; versace.com

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Influence the outcome wIth attentIongrabbIng metallIcs and all-out whItes. Metallic bag, Dior ($2,050). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; saks.com. Sandal, Calvin Klein Collection ($895). calvinklein.com

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STYLE COLLAB

Old Hollywood glamour has informed a new boudoir collection from (BOTTOM RIGHT, FROM LEFT) Charlotte Olympia and Agent Provocateur’s Sarah Shotton.

Artist Maya Hayuk brings geometric shapes to life in a collab with Max Mara yielding vibrant, limited-edition shades and art pieces (MIDDLE OF PAGE).

Jean Paul Gaultier teams up with Atelier Swarovski for the Reverse jewelry collection (LEFT AND RIGHT).

FUSION PROFUSION WHAT HAPPENS WHEN CREATIVE GENIUSES PUT THEIR HEADS TOGETHER? ONE-OFF COLLECTIONS FOR SPRING WITH 2X THE STYLE AND LUXURY. BY LISA FERRANDINO

Designers this season are teaming up with equally stylish counterparts in the worlds of fashion, fine art, and architecture. Four cases in point: Max Mara (900 North Michigan Shops, 312-4759500; us.maxmara.com) and Maya Hayuk, an American artist known for her bold geometric

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prints, celebrate the iconic prism motif of the brand’s sunglasses with Optiprism, a project showcasing vibrantly patterned, limited-edition eyewear for women. French couturier Jean Paul Gaultier joins bauble favorite Atelier Swarovski (The Shops at North Bridge, 540 N.

Michigan Ave., 312-3272300; swarovski.com) for Reverse, a 12-piece collection of Kaputt crystal and 24k gold that produces the effect of chocolaty gold for statement-making jewelry. Boudoir must-have Agent Provocateur (47 E. Oak St., 312-335-0229; agentprovocateur.com) and footwear designer Charlotte Olympia team up to bring back Old Hollywood glam with lingerie sets and

complementary shoe styles that evoke playful femininity. Albert Kriemler, creative director of Akris (Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-5900; neimanmarcus.com), collaborates with Sou Fujimoto on a spring collection of structural ready-to-wear and accessories that features components of the renowned architect’s most famous works.

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Design duo: Akris’s Albert Kriemler has designed a collection (RIGHT) inspired by Sou Fujimoto’s architecture, such as Budapest’s House of Hungarian Music (FAR RIGHT).

ON TREND Deconstructed is the way to go with blazers this season—like this two-button model in sapphire-blue seersucker wool and silk super 150s ($2,395).

MAN UP! CHICAGO STYLE ARBITER RINO BURDI OFFERS A TRIO OF MUST-TRY GENTLEMEN’S TRENDS FOR SPRING. BY J.P. ANDERSON

Trim, distinguished, and perpetually dapper, Rino Burdi is the ultimate ambassador for Gold Coast chic. It’s only fitting, since he practically grew up in the neighborhood while his Italian-born father, master tailor Alfonso Burdi, was establishing his boutique as the city’s premier source for handmade Italian style. Nearly 50 years later, designer Rino carries on the family name with flair—and shares three must-try men’s trends for the new season.

Sneakers go high fashion with these leather and grosgrain woven slip-ons ($595).

Deconstruct it. Burdi is all about this season’s deconstructed jackets, which often have no canvas but still fit like a regular jacket. “Because it’s deconstructed,” he notes, “if it becomes humid and hot, you can wear it and still look put together without being uncomfortable.” The family’s first store opened in 1967.

Get geometric. Plaids are overdone, so Burdi recommends going with untraditional patterns for a fresh look. “We’re seeing a lot of geometrics this year. They’re easy to wear and they’re slenderizing but still classic.” Pump up your kicks. It’s important to make a statement even with a casual look, notes Burdi— and an über-luxe sneaker fits the bill. His favorite combines grosgrain and leather in a sleek, Bottega Veneta-esque basketweave that suggests retro Vans style taken to the next level. Sums up Burdi, “This is not your typical sneaker. So luxurious.” 58 E. Walton St., 312-642-9166; burdiclothing.com

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Designer Rino Burdi in his Gold Coast boutique. BELOW: Handmade printed shirts in 100 percent cotton pop with geometric patterns ($625).

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIKE SCHWARTZ (PORTRAIT; CLOTHES AND SHOES); COURTESY OF RINO BURDI (VINTAGE PHOTO)

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At Graff’s Oak Street boutique, Eve Rogers (left) oversees the salon’s stunning collection of baubles, like the 10.15 carat diamond and 4.14 carat ruby Butterfly Medallion necklace (above).

Need a jewelry refresh? Graff diamoNds director EvE RogERs shares how to wear three of this seasoN’s staNdouts. By Melanie Rud ChadwiCk

It seems as though the expression “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” was coined with Eve Rogers in mind. After all, the graduate gemologist has immersed herself in the world of fine jewels, selling, appraising, and curating collections throughout her career,

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first at Sotheby’s and now as the Chicago director of Graff Diamonds. Rogers—who has an incredibly keen eye for both jewelry and fashion—guides us through this season’s showstopping baubles and how to style them. “Our butterfly collec-

tion is both chic and whimsical—perfect for spring,” she says. Among the collection’s sparkling standouts is the 10.15 carat diamond and 4.14 carat ruby Butterfly Medallion necklace. “I love it paired with a white blouse, unbuttoned at the top.” Rogers calls the

white-diamond Halo earrings “a new take on the diamond stud.” Simple and wearable, this 4.10 carat staple is ideal for everyday. The 46.09 carat sapphire and 10.49 carat diamond Line bracelet features stunning stones inset with white diamonds that help

the sapphires pop, Rogers says. Make this the focal point of the ensemble for your next gala. She notes that “it would pair beautifully with a silver or navy sleeveless gown.” Prices available upon request. Graff Chicago, 103 E. Oak St., 312-604-1000; graffdiamonds.com

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WOMEN IN MOTION FINE TIMEPIECES WITH ATHLETIC PROWESS AND AESTHETIC APPEAL ARE TAKING THE GROWING MARKET FOR WOMEN’S WATCHES BY STORM.

According to Euromonitor International, the global market for women’s luxury watches was estimated at $10.3 billion last year—a 60 percent increase since 2005. With the demand for serious and stylish women’s timepieces, watchmakers are now putting more sporty pieces into play. Designed with the versatility of bracelets, these multifaceted timepieces incorporate helpful functions that make them useful tools from the locker room to the boardroom. For more watch features and expanded coverage, go to michiganave mag.com/watches-and-jewelry.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Boasting a white mother-of-pearl dial set with 11 Top Wesselton diamonds, the Aquaracer by TAG Heuer ($2,050) has a case and bracelet of alternate fine-brushed and polished steel. The faceted hour and minute hands offer luminescent markers for ease of reading in low light. C.D. Peacock, 172 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, 630-571-5355; us.tagheuer.com

Patek Philippe created the Ladies’ Nautilus (price upon request) in stainless steel with a blue opaline dial as well as gold applied hour markers and numerals with luminescent coating. The mechanical, self-winding movement has a minimum 35-hour power reserve. Razny Jewelers, 1700 Green Bay Road, Highland Park, 847-432-5300; patek.com The Rolex Yacht-Master 35 Rolesium ($10,500) has a case and bracelet made from rugged 904L stainless steel and a bezel of 950 platinum to provide extra luminosity and luxury. The 35mm case contains a perpetual movement that is a certified Swiss chronometer manufactured by Rolex. James & Sons Fine Jewelers, 1457 N. Halsted St., 773-327-8800; rolex.com

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STYLE TRIBUTE “It couldn’t just be another store,” says Ikram Goldman of her iconic Huron Street boutique, which melds the worlds of fashion and design with a stunning red façade and hyperstylized displays.

Fashion labels come and go, but For the past 15 years one chicago name has been synonymous with the highest oF high style: ram. By J.P. Anderson

Would it be overstating things to say that Ikram Goldman is Chicago fashion? Not by much. A protégé of the legendary Joan Weinstein at Ultimo, Goldman made a statement of her own in 2001, opening an eponymous boutique on Rush Street. Fifteen years and one relocation later, Ikram is one

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of the world’s most renowned centers of style, with an elite clientele of power players who travel from near and far like pilgrims to a fashion shrine. As Goldman celebrates the 15th anniversary of the boutique, the famously passionate fashionista offers a summary of its history in a series of bons mots.

Style storyteller. “I started Ikram because I wanted to curate a story

that was not being told anywhere in Chicago. It was a place where I felt people would want to gather.” Now and then. “When I first started, the amount of collections I saw was minuscule compared to what I see now, because [now] everyone wants to be a fashion designer. So I can actually curate in a much more pro-

foundly interesting way.” The first store. “Our accountant said, ‘You don’t need [more] than 2,000 square feet.’ Our Rush Street store was 5,000 square feet—and we outgrew it within a year.” Seeing red. “We didn’t want the façade to look modern, but we wanted it to have a modern îî

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“These are two kids that are submerged in their culture,” says Goldman of her first impression of Chicago natives Creatures of the Wind, whose Fall Winter 2016 collection features the look shown here.

The interior of Ikram; among Goldman’s favorite events at the store over the years was a midnight candlelit dinner with the band Pink Martini (left), with revelry lasting till the wee hours.

feel. And we saw this slab of red metal, and we thought, This is it— this is exactly what we want.” Think pink. “One of my favorite moments at Ikram was a midnight [candlelit] dinner we hosted for the band Pink Martini after their performance at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. We invited 10 friends with the band and sat here until almost 5 in the morning, where we ate, drank, played music, sang, tried

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on clothes, and had the best time.” In it together. “I take on these [young designers] who really just want to be recognized, and we just go together.” Creature features. “When I first saw the collection Creatures of the Wind presented in New York, I thought, These are two kids that are submerged in their culture.” Girl crush. “Rodarte aren’t just designers—they’re creating cultural movements. They speak the

language of the moment.” Show me more. “Thakoon [Panichgul] was the first person who ever interviewed me and wrote about me, for Harper’s Bazaar, so we became instant friends. We had dinner and he said, ‘I’m thinking about doing [a line of] sweatshirts and sweaters, blah blah blah,’ and I said, ‘Really? That’s nice. But show me what you really got.’ So he made a collection of 20 pieces

and sent them to me. I bought every one. They were flawless.” For the archives. “I pull one to three pieces per season for [my personal] archive. Original Alexander McQueen, Comme des Garçons, Junya Watanabe… It’s like art; I invest in them. I’d love to have them someday in a place where they’re curated properly— and they will be.” 15 E. Huron St., 312-587-1000; ikram.com

photography by Monica Fudi (creatures oF the Wind); Kevin tachMan (panichgul); chris hornbecKer (pinK Martini); Josh goldMan For iKraM (store)

Designer Thakoon Panichgul (shown during a show of his Fall Winter 2015 collection), one of many emerging designers championed by Goldman at her boutique.

STYLE RELAUNCH

CHOO WANT IT! JIMMY CHOO TOASTS 20 YEARS OF TO-DIE-FOR FOOTWEAR AT ITS NEW CHICAGO BOUTIQUE.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Jimmy Choo creative director Sandra Choi in London; the elegant new Oak Street store encompasses the entire world of the brand; the Cloud clutch in red flocked metal with flowers/crystals ($3,995), from the exclusive Memento capsule collection.

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“I can’t believe it’s been 20 years,” says Sandra Choi, creative director at Jimmy Choo, of the luxe shoe label’s anniversary. “I’m not sure where the time has gone as we’ve achieved so much.” The brand’s latest triumph: A new Chicago men’s and women’s boutique, located just across from its former Oak Street digs. Beckoning

well-heeled Chicagoans with a stylish new palette of satin gold, rose-pink marble, and grey porcelain tile floors, the 1,960-square-foot space “encompasses the whole world of Jimmy Choo,” Choi says. The Gold Coast boutique’s two floors house the women’s and men’s Spring and Pre-Fall collections, which range from

handbags and shoes (for Windy City dwellers, Choi recommends the women’s architectural Trix and men’s Reggy brogue) to eyewear, the exclusive Memento capsule collection, and—most notably—its made-to-order service, allowing shoppers to completely customize their favorite styles in what Choi deems “the

ultimate shoe experience.” Looking ahead, she hints at more growth for the go-to accessories brand over the next two decades. “For me, it is about evolving,” says Choi, adding that Jimmy Choo devotees can expect innovation and “some surprises to keep you on your toes!” 114 E. Oak St., 312-255-1170; jimmychoo.com

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IRIKA SARGENT A N C H O R | R E P O R T E R | L AW Y E R

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE “Journalism and law are often intertwined. In so many news stories, there is a legal question to be answered. That’s why I became a lawyer… to help make me a better reporter. I am dedicated to delivering the stories that matter to Chicago, and giving that extra, legal insight to my viewers. It’s a responsibility and a privilege.”

ORIGINAL REPORTING WEEKNIGHTS AT 5, 6 & 10 LOCATION: The Union League Club of Chicago’s prestigious library.

STYLE RUNWAY Hands-on fashion: Featured looks from Amy Inman at last year’s Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence.

CO-ED CATWALK The Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence puts Chicago’s star fashion students in the spotlight.

“It needs to be a to-drop-dead-for, eye-catching, keep-you-on-theedge-of-your-seat kind of night.” —tracey tarantino

The fashion world has changed in epic ways in the 15 years since the Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence were first held, and event producer Tracey Tarantino has seen it all. “Bustles, bird feathers, and stilts have been replaced by leather vests with detailed hardware closures, coats, jackets, gowns, and daywear,” she notes of the evolution in trends. Such of-the-moment styles will be on full display once again on April 29 at this year’s event, which was established by Richard Driehaus and Skip Grisham in 2002. The evening supports the nonprofit Driehaus Design Initiative and grants top Chicago fashion students the opportunity to showcase their work in a competitive, Project Runway-esque format. Themed “Reflections,” the 15th anniversary celebration offers a mix of generations, with the 25 student competitors as well as program alumni who will be on hand to offer insight into their careers. As for Tarantino, she views the participants’ garments just days before the show, at which point she helps with everything from casting models and choosing music to staging walks, entrances, and exits, all with the aim of creating an evening of fashion like no other. Says Tarantino, “It needs to be a to-drop-dead-for, eye-catching, keep-you-on-the-edge-of-yourseat kind of night.” 700 S. Des Plaines St., 312-932-8648; driehausdesign.org

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By Amanda McDonald

STYLE Partners in Crime clockwise from below: Tom Gavin

and Lauren McGrady created “a real lifestyle store” with Rider, which features apothecary labels—and house-made organic cotton candy.

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“I’m not going to tell you how you should wear anything, but I can tell you what I like,” says Lauren McGrady, who looks effortless today in Air Force Ones, cropped pants, a red jersey, and a cardigan topped with a pocket square borrowed from business partner Tom Gavin. Last December, McGrady and Gavin—who first met in an entertainment law class at Columbia College— debuted Rider, an indie boutique conceived as a general store in a particularly meatpacking-centric stretch of the Fulton Market District (“As far as a Chicago brand opening here, we’re the first,” Gavin notes of the shop’s location). With McGrady

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spearheading buys as Gavin focuses on photography and ecommerce, the Ukrainian Village residents curate a mix of fashion (think Bare and Hatchet T-shirts and Schott leather jackets); fine jewelry by designers like Leah Ball, Selin Kent, and Theresa M Lee; apothecary goods like Lurk essential oil, Wary Meyers soap, and Marvis toothpaste; and antique oddities ranging from a 200-yearold flask to a lucite rolltop desk. Reasons McGrady, “I just like mixing vintage with new.” As for Gavin? “I just try to match her. Some days, she’ll rock Margaux Lonnberg, so I’ll break out dress shoes.” 1115 W. Lake St., 312243-0464; shoprider.us

“As fAr As A ChiCAgo brAnd opening in the fulton MArket distriCt, we’re the first.” —tom gavin

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flagship. 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-664-5504; gucci.com

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stock up on southern-cool staples at the cFda favorite’s first Midwest boutique. 845 W. Randolph St., 312-6141503; billyreid.com

definitive fashions from chicago style maven ikram goldman. 15 E. Huron St., 312-587-1000; ikram.com

Boga shop classically cool menswear at the West Loop retailer’s loftlike showroom. 133 N. Jefferson St., Fifth Fl., 312-801-8662; boga.com

Brooks Brothers classic american fashions for men, women, and children. 713 N. Michigan Ave., 312-915-0060; brooksbrothers.com

C.d. PeaCoCk channel grace kelly with Mikimoto pearls, available at the chicago jeweler’s boutique in oakbrook center. 172 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, 630-571-5355; cdpeacock.com

dolCe & gaBBana italian high fashion on oak street. 68 E. Oak St., 312-2550630; dolcegabbana.com

graff diamonds Brilliant baubles in the gold coast. 103 E. Oak St., 312-604-1000; graff diamonds.com

guCCi the italian fashion house unveils a super-sleek new

James & sons fine Jewelers Luxe watches, jewelry, diamonds, and engagement rings. 1457 N. Halsted St., 773-327-8800; jamesand sons.com

Journelle this thoughtfully curated women’s boutique offers a new destination for delicates. 1725 N. Damen Ave., 312-4711386; journelle.com

kendra sCott shop an assortment of celebrity-approved earrings, necklaces, rings, and more at the jeweler’s first chicago location. 900 N. Michigan Ave., Third Fl., 312-281-6760; kendrascott.com

kit and aCe cozy-chic cashmere essentials in the Fulton Market district. 821 W. Fulton Market, 844-548-6223; kitandace.com

knot standard create a one-of-a-kind suit with just a one-hour appointment at the label’s new chicago space. 220 W. Illinois St., Ste. 114, 855-7848968; knotstandard.com

louis Vuitton Monogrammed leather bags and luxury trunks galore. 919 N. Michigan Ave., 312-9442010; louisvuitton.com

marshall PierCe & ComPany this family-owned jeweler adds sparkle to the Magnificent Mile. 960 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-4299; marshallpierce.com

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oxxford Clothes this West Loop–based label is the only suit maker in the nation that tailors garments by hand. 1220 W. Van Buren St., 312-829-3600; oxxfordclothes.com

rag & Bone american staples get the British tailoring treatment at the in-demand label’s new shop in the gold coast. 25 E. Delaware Pl., 312-483-1122; rag-bone.com

razny Jewelers one of chicagoland’s finest jewelry designers since 1951. 1700 Green Bay Road, Highland Park, 847-432-5300; razny.com

saks fifth aVenue step up your style with 10022-shoe. 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-799-5211; saks.com

shinola stock up on detroit-inspired bicycles, watches, bags, and more at the Motor city import’s brick-and-mortar outpost in

4TH ANNUAL CHEFS’ PLAYGROUND On May 19th, the Academy for Global Citizenship (AGC) and Bon Appétit Management Company welcome the city’s top chefs and mixologists to Terzo Piano for the 4th annual Chefs’ Playground. This culinary evening celebrates AGC’s model, which promotes positive nutrition, environmental stewardship, international

the tie bar Take a cue from stylish A-listers like Neil Patrick

mindedness, and whole student wellness.

Harris and Jon Hamm and polish your look with help from this locally grown men’s accessory company’s Lincoln Park flagship—which, just in time for wedding season, welcomes a pop-up from The Black Tux, in the suiting and tuxedo rental

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and more details, visit chefsplayground.org.

brand’s first brick-and-mortar presence. 918 W. Armitage Ave., 312-241-1299; thetiebar.com

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soul cycle Clear your mind with community-based cycling at this acclaimed studio cofounded by Chicago native Elizabeth Cutler; the newest Windy City location boasts 62 bikes (not to mention a communal roof deck) in the heart of Lakeview. 3423 N. Southport Ave., Second Fl., 773-281-7685; soul-cycle.com

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DRIEHAUS AWARDS FOR FASHION EXCELLENCE Richard and Inese Driehaus host The 15th Anniversary Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence, themed “Reflections,” on April 29th. This event showcases student designers from fashion and design schools throughout the city, with industry experts judging their collections and top designers receiving cash honorariums. The evening includes a runway show, cocktail reception, live auction and VIP after-party. 6:30 p.m., 700 S. Des Plaines St., Chicago 312-932-8648; driehausdesign.org.

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Wicker Park. 1619 N. Damen Ave., 773-904-2417; shinola.com

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sPex Shop brands like Balenciaga, Prada, Ray-Ban, and more. 1212 N. Wells St., 312-6642020; spexoptical.com

Twenty-six postures, 90 minutes, and 105 degrees of intensity. 1 E. Erie St., Ste. 520, 312-397-9642; bikramyogarivernorth.com

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The iconic jeweler celebrates 50 years on the Mag Mile with a sleek new look. 730 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-7500; tiffany.com

Van cleeF & arPels The French luxury label is renowned for its iconic baubles, like the Alhambra collection. 933 N. Michigan Ave., 312-9448988; vancleefarpels.com

Versace It’s the season’s most epic opening, as the ultimate Italian brand returns to Chicago. 933 N. Rush St., 312-445-9750; versace.com

Fitness air aerial FiTness A celeb favorite frequented by Sarah Hyland and Jamie Chung, this concept tones the body via suspended hammocks. 357 W. Erie St., 312-288-9614; airfitnow.com

The barre coDe With a new location in Evanston, this Chicago-grown women’s fitness program focuses on cardio conditioning, strength training, and restoration. 604 Davis St., Evanston, 224-7142157; thebarrecode.com

Savor manicures, pedicures, and—yes—brownies at this glamorous retreat in the W Lakeshore Hotel. 644 N. Lake Shore Dr., Eighth Fl., 312-2669216; blissworld.com/ spa-location/bliss-chicago

The Dailey MeThoD Transform your body with a mix of barre, Pilates, and yoga techniques. 2301 N. Clark St., 773-883-2990; thedaileymethod.com

equinox This popular club offers a host of studio cycling, yoga, and barre classes. 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-254-2500; equinox.com

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Reach new heights at this 25,000-square-foot West Loop rock-climbing oasis. 100 S. Morgan St., 312-268-0002; brooklynboulders.com

Now in Evanston, this fitness mainstay offers eight different classes in the signature Core Fusion program, from barre to boot camp. 1890 Maple Ave., Evanston, 847-440-0600; exhalespa.com/Evanston

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This Gold Coast getaway now offers 90-minute makeup consultations to help combat signs of aging, while educating on which products to use as the seasons change. 67 E. Oak St., Ste. 3W, 312-280-1994; channings.com

Uptown’s newest addition teaches both beginning and expert climbers. 4718 N. Broadway, 773-564-9815; firstascentclimbing.com

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core chicago PilaTes Try high-energy Piloxing in Lincoln Park. 2549 N. Racine Ave., 773-296-9660; corechicagopilates.com

core Power yoga A workout for every muscle— and the mind. 310 W. Superior St., Third Fl., 312-470-6605; corepoweryoga.com

FiTness ForMula clubs The Lincoln Park location boasts the Midwest’s first USA Triathlon Certified Performance Center. 939 W. North Ave., 312-3371244; ffc.com/lincolnpark

Flex PilaTes This intimate studio focuses on hybrid exercises that blend traditional Pilates and strength training. 213 W. Institute Pl., #709, 312-5879000; flexpilateschicago.com

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Sweat sessions get steamy at this ladies-only institution. 2215 N. Halsted St., 312666-2266; chicago. flirtygirlfitness.com

The West Loop’s go-to for picture-perfect hair. 1219 W. Madison St., 312-496-3794; blowoutjunkie.com

From body scrubs to lip treatments, the services here soothe and satisfy. 151 W. Adams St., 312-660-8250; marriott.com/hotels/travel/ chijw-jw-marriott-chicago

Flywheel With stadium-style cycling, this cult favorite encourages friendly competition. 1653 N. Wells St., 312-724-7554; flywheelsports.com/ locations/old-town

Cowshed spa Treat your feet to the not-tobe-missed Cowshed pedicure. 113-125 N. Green St., 312-7546915; cowshed.com/chicago

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Enjoy full-body fitness classes in Nike’s scenic Training Club. 675 N. Michigan Ave., Second Fl., 312-642-6363; nike.com/chicago

This Magnificent Mile retreat offers a variety of luxe services, from massage therapy and body treatments to hair and nail care. 919 N. Michigan Ave., 312-988-9191; reddoorspas.com

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This 60-minute workout guarantees you’ll never look at weights and treadmills the same way again. 2150 N. Clybourn Ave., 773-360-8228; shred415.com

George Gonzalez is the mane mastermind behind this gleaming salon overlooking Oak Street. 945 N. Rush St., Third Fl., 312-923-9444; georgethesalon.com

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studio three Work up a sweat at this hybrid cycling/yoga/interval training boutique fitness studio in the heart of River North. 648 N. Clark St., 312-944-3333; studio3.com

Spa & Beauty aGnes o. Tame your tresses with a keratin treatment at this full-service salon. 21 W. Elm St., Second Fl., 312-265-0481; agneso.com

Mario triCoCi Sit back and relax in style at this expansive, newly refreshed paradise at the 900 North Michigan Shops. 900 N. Michigan Ave., 847-202-1900; tricoci.com/ locations/chicago

noMi spa Head to the Park Hyatt’s oasis and pamper your skin with an exclusive HydraFacial. 800 N. Michigan Ave., Seventh Fl., 312-335-1234; parkchicago. com/hyatt/pure/spas

spa spaCe For nearly 15 years, this perennial favorite has helped countless Chicago denizens unwind in style. 161 N. Canal St., 312-4669585; spaspace.com

the spa at VirGin hotels ChiCaGo Escape to the Turkishinspired hammam steam room for a detox. 203 N. Wabash Ave., Lower Level, 312-940-4790; virginhotels. com/the-spa

tasty FaCial Bar The brainchild of wellness expert Andrea Metcalf, this Lincoln Park retreat specializes in 30-minute, flavor-driven facials. 2203 N. Halsted St., 312-898-6212; tastyfacialbar.com

ulta Stock up on skin essentials from First Aid Beauty, and get glammed up at the top-floor Salon. 114 S. State St., 312-279-5081; ulta.com

weller dental Treat your teeth to top-of-theline service with a visit to Dr. Jeffrey Weller. 1050 N. State St., Mezzanine Level, 312-6540606; wellerdental.com

WISH BALL As it celebrates its 30th anniversary, join MakeA-Wish Illinois for Wish Ball, an elegant evening that supports wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. This blacktie gala begins with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m., followed by a seated dinner with a headlining celebrity performance and live

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and silent auctions.

The celebrity hair guru (he’s tamed the tresses of stars like Sophia Bush, Gigi Hadid, Karlie Kloss, and Brie Larson, to name a few) offers the ultimate in indulgence at his gleaming seeand-be-seen space overlooking the Chicago River, where clients can unwind with an array

For tickets, call 312-602-9474 or visit Illinois.wish.org; to refer a seriously ill child to Make-A-Wish Illinois, visit Illinois.wish.org.

of hair, nail, and makeup services. 401 N . Wabash Ave., Level 1M Ste. B, 312-268-2440; anthonychristiano.com

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With three supportingactress Emmy nominations under her belt, Veep star and West Side native Anna Chlumsky has settled comfortably into life in the spotlight.

ANNA FOR PRESIDENT! As HBO’s smash political satire Veep kicks off its fifth season, Chicago native and three-time Emmy nominee Anna Chlumsky cements her spot as one of television’s most talented comedy players. by SAm RiCHARdSOn

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Anna Chlumsky may have shot to fame at age 10 with a starring role opposite Macaulay Culkin in the hit ’91 movie My Girl, but hers is no typical child-star story. The whip-smart West Side native took a hiatus from acting to study international relations at the University of Chicago, and for the past five years she has put her hilarious stamp on HBO’s Veep as the über-intense Amy Brookheimer, campaign manager for (and comic foil to) Julia Louis-Dreyfus’s ambitious politician Selina Meyer. With season five ready to premiere, Chlumsky connected with costar Sam Richardson in an exclusive interview for Michigan Avenue, with the pair dishing on politics, pizza, and the joys of growing up a Bulls fan in Jordan-era Chicago. Sam Richardson: Hello, Anna, this is Sam from the show Veep. Anna Chlumsky: Hi, Sam. It’s nice to hear your voice. Thanks for doing this. SR: I love you dearly, so of course I’d do it. AC: God only knows why. SR: There’s a plethora of reasons, which I won’t get into in this interview. AC: It’s an embarrassment of riches already. SR: So Anna, Veep is celebrating its season-five premiere. I don’t know if you’re aware of this. AC: Oh, man. SR: Did you imagine five years ago that the show would be such a hit? AC: Actually, no. The greatest thing about that first season was that we were just having such a blast that I personally didn’t even concern myself

with the response because we loved it so much and it was excellent satire. To me, that was all that mattered, so any audience was gravy. SR: Why do you think Veep has had so much success? AC: It’s funny, and it’s smart, and it has the perfect home. HBO is a very smart place, and it attracts smart viewers. Also, they’re known for letting the creators fly, and we needed that. And we can’t forget that Julia [Louis-Dreyfus] is such a force. People just can’t stop: They want more of her. SR: There is an appetite for Julia Louis-Dreyfus. AC: Yes, the insatiable appetite for Julia LouisDreyfus, exactly. That can’t have hurt. SR: Has being on the show made you more interested in politics? AC: I was on a huge diet of politics before I started this show. I studied international relations. My dad’s a political junkie, so I grew up around that. I will say that being on this show makes you have to be aware on a cultural level about DC. But the beauty of this is that we don’t have to really draw on the actual politics of today because we’re satirizing the system. I’m aware of it, and I can hold my own in a conversation. I have my own views, and I use my power, which is a vote, but that’s where I stick. I don’t like to treat it as a sport, because it exhausts me. SR: What’s your favorite thing about doing the show? AC: The thing I value most is that I get to act with the best of the best and the smartest of the smartest: actors, comedians, writers, directors. To take a phrase from academia, we have a marketplace of ideas, and you want to fill that marketplace with

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“I had a lot of fun beIng a bulls fan and lIvIng on the West sIde of ChICago In the ’90s—It Was a hot tIme In the CIty.” really top-notch and intelligent people. I really feel that we’re lucky enough to say we do. SR: Who makes you laugh the most on set? AC: You. SR: Thank you. I— AC: It’s not even a thank you. That’s actually true. I don’t want to pigeonhole you at all, because you are a very multifaceted individual and we’ve had many intellectual conversations, but Jesus, there was a dearth of people who could get my musical theater references before you showed up. Now it’s a breath of fresh air. SR: Happy to be there. So which is cooler: your three consecutive Emmy nominations for supporting actress for Veep or the 1991 MTV Movie Award for best kiss that you won for My Girl with Macaulay Culkin? AC: Emmys, Emmys. SR: Emmys? AC: Emmys, Emmys, Emmys, Emmys. Much cooler. SR: What was that time of your life like, that child actor life? AC: There are two ways to answer that. One is from the point of view back then: That was just my life. I still went to normal school when I wasn’t working. I didn’t know any different, so I was going through normal 10-year-old things. The second way to answer that question is in retrospect as an adult looking back and you go, “Oh my gosh, that probably was a huge, enormous shift.” I think it did teach me to not trust people very well because you just don’t know people’s intentions. SR: Sure. So you grew up completely in Chicago. AC: It was really important to us that we kept our support system around us and that we kept a certain amount of our lives as normal and as familiar as possible. We didn’t have a problem with Chicago, so why leave? SR: Exactly. What did you enjoy most about growing up in Chicago? AC: The Bulls, because it was the ’90s, man. It was heaven to a Bulls fan. Oh my God, it was so great. SR: I’m a ’90s Pistons fan, so we weren’t friends. AC: No, we weren’t. At least you weren’t a Knicks fan or a Lakers fan, ay yi yi. I had a lot of fun being a Bulls fan and living on the West Side of Chicago—it was a

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hot time in the city. [Laughs]. I’m so cheesy. What else did I like about growing up in Chicago? I really liked that I could just take a trip on the Eisenhower for 10 minutes and be in a John Hughes movie. It sounds ridiculous to think of it that way. At that time, everything that was “cool” took place there, like The Breakfast Club and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Even The Fugitive. You just felt like you were in the coolest freaking “City of Big Shoulders” Carl Sandburg city. SR: What was your experience like at the University of Chicago? AC: It was great. I look back on the walls of academia so fondly. When I go back or when I think on it, a weight just lifts, and I think that that’s how I felt while I was there. It was the first time that I was able to just be myself and not have to prove anything other than whether or not I could write a paper and make an argument, which is great. I felt really supported and happy there. SR: Do you make it to Chicago often? AC: Not as often as it should be, but I do. If we can’t make it for Christmas, then we make it for summer, which, by the way, is nicer weather. SR: Chicago in the winter is beautiful, but that lake wind can really knock you up—I mean knock you out. AC: I’m sure some people got knocked up because of the lake effect since they just didn’t leave their house. SR: Exactly. You have to keep warm. AC: Exactly. SR: When you’re back, are there any places that are a must to visit? AC: We always end up at Café Iberico—best tapas. I always need a Johnnie’s Beef, on North Avenue. In my first pregnancy, I craved—it’s not Chicago-style pizza; it’s what people don’t realize is Chicago-style pizza, which they call tavern-style pizza, which is the thin, thin crust that they do in squares. We get it from a place called Villa Nova Pizzeria. I believe it’s in Stickney. I’m showing off my West Side Chicago [now]. SR: You’re a West Side Chicago pro. You and [husband] Shaun have a daughter, Penelope. How has being a mother changed your perspective towards your career? AC: Oh God, how hasn’t it? It’s just really made

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priorities clear, which has been a gift. Also I’m really blessed and fortunate to be in a place in my career where I can prioritize my kid. It’s a hard habit to break as an actor to not think you have to say yes to everything. SR: Are there any particular causes that you’re passionate about? AC: I’m not an enormous activist—you’re not going to see me on every PSA—but the things that do matter to me are certainly LGBTQ issues and rights, and youth especially, and veterans’ affairs— and we could all use a cure for Alzheimer’s. SR: Are there any dream projects that you’d like to pursue or are there actors out there who blow you away? AC: Well, that’s many questions in one... dream projects? I’ve always been dying to do a really legit period piece in the vein of Amadeus, John Adams, or even Lonesome Dove. I’m drawn someday to play a military character. I know that’s in me. And I have this obsession with opera. I do feel like if you ever see me with a director credit, it’s going to be for an opera. Actors that I’d die for? Tom Hardy and Idris Elba. I will see them in anything not just because they’re gorgeous; because they are phenomenal actors. I love Rooney Mara. I think she’s fantastic. Let’s see, what other… I mean,

come on, Robert Duvall in anything, right? SR: Of course. AC: Frances McDormand. These are the icons for me. SR: Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Directing a period piece? AC: Wouldn’t that be nice? That’d be nice to have one or two under my belt by then. Shall we say several? Why not? It’s an abundance of life. Well, I want to be in a bigger apartment. I really do. SR: Achievable. AC: At least three bedrooms would be great. SR: This is going out to every realtor in Chicago. AC: I really want to stay in New York. SR: Well, maybe they’ve got connections. AC: Yeah, I’m sorry—I really don’t need to live in Arlington Heights right now. Nothing against all of my friends who just moved to Arlington Heights. I love you, but my God. Where do I see myself? This is the best possible scenario: My kids are being educated in a school that enriches, nourishes, challenges, and engages them. I’m pursuing and doing fantastic work. Ten years... I’ll be happy. I read that article in The Atlantic about [happiness in] your 40s, so I think I can make it through. [Laughs] SR: I believe it. AC: It’ll be a victory. And I mean that with the best possible intentions.

Last year on Broadway, Chlumsky showed her theater chops—and indulged her passion for opera—by performing opposite Douglas Sills (pictured) and star soprano Renée Fleming in the comedic opera tribute Living on Love.

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saving face

by mandi norwood Still life photography by Jeff Crawford

According to a recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, if you haven’t struck it rich by the age of 35, it’s probably never going to happen. Not so with skin. For, regardless of good genes, UVA avoidance, and copious consumption of water, the vast majority of us will have a wealth of wrinkles by 35. No wonder the beauty industry reports an explosion of activity in antiaging products among consumers 35 and up. Offering salvation from the finest lines to the deepest crevices, “The age-specialist category,” says retail analyst Karen Grant of the NPD Group, “showed a 20 percent increase in 2015, the main growth coming from women over 35, who are buying and replenishing their products online.” And by all accounts, they’re buying in bulk. The US skincare market is

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worth $5.2 billion. Almost half of that—$2.3 billion—is spent on prestige antiaging facial skincare, high-end products that offer high-tech hope of younger-looking skin for longer. “It has become almost like the cell phone industry, where each year there’s new technology and advancements,” says Grant. “It used to be that products were all-in-one—they were trying to do everything. Today, leading brands in antiaging offer products that are targeted to specific areas, whether it’s plumping and hydrating or focusing on fine lines and wrinkles.” Dr. Alexa Kimball, a professor of dermatology at Harvard, says, “It can be challenging for consumers to find the best products for their skin. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get results, but concentrations of ingredients matter, and formulations

matter.” She lists retinoids, alpha hydroxy acid, and salicylic acid as important for cell turnover, and moisturizers to boost the skin’s moisture barrier, which is depleted as we age, especially after menopause, causing dryness and dullness. Whichever products we choose, Kimball urges us to manage our expectations. “It is not realistic to expect to look 20 years younger.” However, she says, “you can start to see a real effect on fine wrinkles in a week, and by 12 weeks, detectable changes are valid.”

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New high-tech aNtiagiNg regimes caN’t promise a returN to the skiN you had iN your 20s. But more-persoNalized product raNges can make us look extremely good for our age. five testers weNt iN search of lost youth…

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CHANEL | SubLimagE Claims: Infinite regeneration, thanks to the key ingredient, vanilla planifolia, a botanical from Madagascar. The fruit and flowers are handpicked between April and May, then shipped to the Chanel Research and Technology Center, just outside of Paris, for a purification process known as Chrono-Extraction. This produces the most potent of active molecules, known as Éphémères de Planifolia, which are responsible for boosting the enzymes proven to help skin regenerate and look younger. chanel.com Our tester reports: “I tend not to associate Chanel with high-tech skincare. Fragrances, cosmetics, body creams, absolutely. But rigorous research and development, unique purification technology, and rare and potent natural botanicals (sustainably cultivated, too)? “Chanel’s commitment to being a top player in the antiaging category is manifested in Sublimage. It’s a fantastic range of products. As well as the luxury of the delicious fragrance, the rich bronze packaging, and the custard-thick indulgent textures, it actually works. “Yes, after four weeks of religiously using the products, I noticed my skin had a smoother, plumper, bouncier texture, which meant wrinkles and fine lines were less obvious, my makeup looked and felt better… heck, I didn’t even need as much makeup. “Sublimage is a beautiful skincare experience. And to celebrate its 10th anniversary, Chanel has launched three new densities of the cornerstone product, La Crème. For my dry skin, I preferred the medium texture, but the

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Texture Fine and Texture Suprême all deliver the same replenishing properties. “My favorite product: the genius L’Essence, which gives an added moisture boost to La Crème and made my skin look visibly more alive!”

L’Essence ($425 for 1 oz.) L’Extrait ($650 for 0.5 oz.) La Crème Yeux ($225 for 0.5 oz.) La Crème ($400 for 1.7 oz.)

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LA MER Claims: Profound powers of skin transformation, derived from potent, highly active ingredients like nutrient-rich algae, protective antioxidant extracts, and semiprecious stones through a unique three- to four-month bio-fermentation process. La Mer was created by Dr. Max Huber, an aerospace scientist, following an accident that left him with severe chemical burns for which he could find no relief. cremedelamer.com Our tester reports: “In the first week of the testing, the Renewal Oil (which goes on first) and brand-new Genaissance de la Mer created a noticeable texture difference to my skin. The Renewal Oil immediately absorbed, and the Genaissance was simply magnificent, making my face feel fresh and energized. After the second week of using them together, I saw small lines disappear and the whole of my face felt a bit fuller and livelier. Then, with every week, I noticed more softness, brightness, and an alert appearance. “One of the most refreshing aspects of the regime was The Lifting Eye Serum, which was gentle yet packed a punch. After only one week, the skin around my eyes was noticeably firmer and brighter, and more youthful, especially in the areas where I was collecting crow’s-feet. After three weeks, the evening’s application of serum came to feel like a minifacial for my eyes. “After day-and-night usage over six weeks, my face carried a natural suppleness, smoothness, even tone, and brightness that did not exist prior. My makeup also began to look so much better, more natural. And the fine lines that always seemed to peer through my foundation? Gone. Overall, my skin is much more alive. And happier!”

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The Renewal Oil ($240 for 1 oz.) Genaissance de la Mer ($620 for 1 oz.) The Lifting Eye Serum ($240 for .5 oz.) Crème de la Mer ($170 for 1 oz.)

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Essential Skincare Lotion ($185 for 5.1 oz.) Daily Line Reducer ($525 for 1.8 oz.) Eye & Lip Contour Cream ($210 for 0.53 oz.) L’Integral Anti-Age ($525 for 1.6 oz.)

SISLEY | SISLEÿA Claims: This iconic product range aims to tackle behavioral aging (also called epigenetic) as well as genetic aging. Stress, sun, pollution, too much partying… all of these external factors cause a “jamming” of the skin cells’ life cycle and reduce the skin’s ability to repair and renew itself. New, powerful active ingredients, such as Lindera extract, Persian acacia extract, and yeast and soya protein complex, are said to help restore the cellular cycle’s functioning mechanisms. sisley-paris.com Our tester reports: “With its roots in the country that coined the phrase ‘femme fatale’ and its three-generationsdeep reputation as the go-to skincare provider for some of the most beautiful women in the world, it’s no surprise that my Sisley Paris antiaging regime delivered results that can only be described as très bien! “Following a simple four-part plan, these new high-tech products were easily integrated into my daily routine. I began to look forward to the nostalgic fragrance each morning when applying the Sisleÿa Essential Skincare Lotion. With the lotion quickly absorbed into the skin, my face immediately felt more nourished. Despite the ultramodern plant-based formulations, the serum happily felt decidedly natural. Soon it was a favorite must-have, one I began to pack in my handbag for quick midday or in-flight hydration. “The Daily Line Reducer, while its scent was reminiscent of a self-tanner, packed the biggest and most surprising wallop of the four products. Used liberally on my décolletage, fine lines and wrinkles were visibly minimized in just three days. It’s as close to a miracle product as I’ve ever experienced. “The Eye & Lip Contour Cream and brand-new L’Integral Anti-Age moisturizer delivered a hydrated, firmer skin texture, with results peaking at about three weeks. While a bit heavy for daytime use, generous evening applications of the duo-moisturizers on my notoriously dry skin delivered a déjà vu of sorts from 10 years earlier.”

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DIOR | Capture totale Claims: Intense correction of all visible signs of aging, acting upon stem cells at the heart of the skin. Discovered in Madagascar 20 years ago by Dior ethnobotanists, Longoza is the antiaging “jewel” in Capture Totale’s ingredients. The brand’s scientists claim it has exceptional regenerative powers on skin cells. dior.com Our tester reports: “If you have dry skin, fine lines, and volume loss, I would highly recommend Dior Capture Totale. And I don’t say this lightly. Relying until now on good genes—and being lazy to boot—I wasn’t looking forward to using a regimen of products, but I grew to love the structure of the routine. And the products are gorgeous. “Within just two to three weeks, I saw a huge improvement in my skin. I had never used a morning routine, mistakenly believing skin needed a few hours to absorb moisturizers. But the lightness of the La Crème Multi-Perfection hydrated my skin without greasiness, allowing me to use less concealer and foundation and rendering my lines—especially those annoying ones around the mouth—less noticeable. I realized I was now repairing my skin rather than having to apply more makeup to conceal its shortcomings. I was floored by the lightness of the products, and yet as soon as I applied them, I could feel them starting to work. I did not lose dark spots, but by week five, my skin definitely felt firmer and far less dry. “These days, makeup is less essential for me, as my skin is well hydrated and my tone is more even. I especially love Dream Skin, which I began to use as an around-the-eye brightener but now use all over. It’s neither a tint nor a moisturizer, and yet the dreamy lotion gives my face a radiant glow.”

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le Sérum ($165 for 1 oz.) la Crème Multi-perfection ($165 for 2 oz.) le Sérum Yeux ($110 for 0.5 oz.) Dream Skin ($115 for 1 oz.)

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Liquid Lift ($525 for 1 oz.) Luxe Eye Lift Cream ($325 for 0.68 oz.) Luxe Sheer Cream ($430 for 1.7 oz.) Skin Caviar Foundation ($215 for 1 oz.)

LA PRAIRIE | Skin Caviar Claims: Pure caviar extract is packed with amino acids, proteins, vitamins, and minerals and tested to profoundly improve the skin’s appearance of firmness, elasticity, and tone. Formerly the caviar extract was sourced from wild sturgeon, long believed to offer the highest quality available. Now La Prairie has discovered an alternative high-quality source in the Baerli sturgeon, grown sustainably on aqua-farms. laprairie.com Our tester reports: “The La Prairie experience is a 10 out of 10. The first step, the Liquid Lift, goes on easily and only requires a small amount—one to two short pumps—to cover your face and neck. It’s a nice light layer, preparing skin for the next step, the Luxe Eye Lift Cream, which provides a really luxurious layer of moisture and which absorbs nicely. While these are among the priciest of products I have tried, I use far less, so they will last much longer. “After four weeks of using the products, someone in my office asked me if I had work done! My fine lines are reduced, and the overall look of my skin is great. I am going to be 50 this year and have never had any kind of fillers or Botox, so the fact is, someone noticed the positive effects of La Prairie enough to ask me if I did anything! “Finally, the Skin Caviar Foundation is exceptional. One or two small dabs gives just the right coverage to reduce redness and age spots and leave my skin looking smooth, radiant, and even-toned. It’s the best I have ever used—hands down. “My husband, who now knows that I have been in a trial, says he notices a change and says I look refreshed and youthful. He said I should keep doing the routine! Those were his words, not mine.”

AS COMMERCE BECOMES INCREASINGLY CUTTHROAT AND PROFITABILITY IS CHAMPIONED AT ANY COST, IS THERE ROOM IN THE ECONOMIC EQUATION FOR KINDNESS, CONSCIENCE, AND HUMANE VALUES? MANY BUSINESS LEADERS ARE PUTTING THEIR HANDS ON THEIR HEARTS AND SAYING YES...

by kathy blackwell

For decades, the boom in new technologies and expanding markets led to massive corporate growth and record profits. But that bottom-line success came at a huge cost to the environment, labor practices, and our treatment of animals, from their mass confinement on factory farms to wildlife trafficking and laboratory testing. As we move deeper into the 21st century, however, a new story is emerging. Those same innovations and advancements are not only bringing more awareness to animal cruelty issues; they’ve also become a force for good in the hands of today’s most innovative corporate leaders and entrepreneurs. Companies like Walmart, Whole Foods Market, and Chipotle Mexican Grill are paving the way by using creative solutions to stop the exploitation of animals, and although these businesses are driven by the belief that it’s the right thing to do, they’re seeing huge financial benefits as well. It’s a simple matter of marrying our values with our behavior, says Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, the country’s largest animal protection organization. In his new book, The Humane Economy: How Innovators and Enlightened Consumers Are Transforming the Lives of Animals (HarperCollins/William Morrow), a hopeful follow-up to his 2011 best seller, The Bond: Our Kinship With Animals, Our Call To Defend Them, Pacelle explores how innovative entrepreneurs, Fortune 500 CEOs, and scientists are rallying around this social movement and leading us forward by eliminating cruel historic practices. Pacelle recently met with Whole Foods cofounder and co-CEO John Mackey, a pioneer and leader in animal welfare, to talk about this new movement. They spoke about companies they admire, the next practical steps, and exciting predictions for the future.

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Is there a sea change under way in how businesses large and small engage with animals? Wayne Pacelle: I see an enormous change at work in our relationship with animals. I started an animal advocacy group when I was in college, and at that point animal protection was a protest movement. When your ideas are viewed as on the margins, it’s easy for people to shunt them aside, to cast them as heretical or radical. Almost 30 years later, they’re at the center of the economy, and we’re really experiencing a period of punctuated change in all sectors of the animal-use economy. We’re seeing big changes in food and agriculture, we’re seeing big changes in science and animal testing, and enormous changes in fashion, wildlife management, entertainment. One reason that I’m happy to be here with John is that he’s been a leader in the corporate world in marrying our values with our commerce. When you disassociate values from business, you get terrible outcomes—things like slavery and child labor and environmental despoliation. This time you not only get better outcomes when businesses have their activities filtered through the lens of a good value system, but now there also are great economic opportunities because the values have permeated society, and animal welfare is a universal value. John Mackey: I think values have always been in business. What’s changing is that consciousness is evolving. One hundred years ago, women didn’t have the right to vote; 150 years ago, almost half the United States still had legalized slavery. Our consciousness is evolving in all these different areas where we’re more aware. Part of it is because, with the Internet and social media, things are much more transparent. The livestock animal business is probably about the least transparent part of the entire world economy: Animals on these factory farms are hidden from the public’s view. People used to be able to see cows grazing and they’d see chickens running

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humane instincts

“The exploiTaTion of animals is noT jusT harming animals, iT’s harming us.” —john mackey

The humane economy: how To help More consumers are putting their beliefs about animal welfare into practice, and those choices are driving much of the change in the marketplace. Everyone can make a difference, says Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, who offers these tips: Vote with your dollars: Every time you buy something, you vote for or against animal cruelty with your money. Make conscious choices when buying food, cosmetics, and clothing. And join groups that help animals. Stop wasting food: According to the Natural Resources Defense Council, Americans throw out up to 40 percent of their food (including 22 percent of animal products), despite enormous costs in the form of greenhouse gas emissions, energy input, and food production expenses. We could spare more than a billion animals in the US alone every year just by eliminating food waste. Live as if all life matters: Adopt pets or foster them. Pick up plastic waste on beaches and in parks. The greatest antidote to cruelty is an informed and active citizenry. Influence lawmakers: Contact officials at the local, state, and federal levels about pending animal welfare legislation. humanesociety.org

“Companies are going to be more suCCessful when they have a more animalfriendly sensitivity.” —wayne pacelle

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around, and now they’re all in these shut-in giant sheds. The public doesn’t see that. Wayne and I have jointly sponsored a documentary film called At the Fork that’s going to raise consciousness. It’s going to have an impact. WP: There are animal documentaries every week that I’m learning about. Look at what Blackfish did with SeaWorld. This was one of the toughest entertainment companies out there. It was able to fend off activist protests for many years, but this single documentary upended that business model for the company. In the wake of that film, I was able to negotiate a landmark deal with the new CEO of SeaWorld and get the company to pledge to end all captive breeding of orcas and sunset its use of these creatures. SeaWorld also committed to a raft of other reforms, including redoubling its commitment to rescue and rehabilitation and joining in our global advocacy campaigns against commercial whaling and sealing and shark finning. JM: It’s a great example of the thesis that we’re talking about. What Blackfish revealed is the exploitative nature of using animals as entertainment and how these animals are enslaved and abused. And now it has upended the business model, because the public is outraged. WP: If only 15 or 20 percent of people in America are very visibly agitated, they can create a lot of trouble. JM: More like 5 percent, even. So it is evolving very rapidly. We’re living in this revolutionary time where we as a people are becoming more conscious. Diets are changing; the way we relate to animals is changing. Social media in particular makes things move very rapidly. In the food business, I’ve never seen as much change as there is right now, from online delivery to ingredient meals like Blue Apron and Plated to full-meal solutions and food trucks. WP: And we have companies that are innovating, like Hampton Creek, which is providing a plant-based egg substitute that’s hidden in the product. The consumer doesn’t even know the difference. It’s a functional equivalent in terms of the taste and texture. It’s not inconceivable that in 30 or 40 years we can produce meat in a laboratory setting where the meat is an animal product but without the brain or the heart and very little in the way of a moral problem. How do these options become embraced by consumers? WP: You need innovation and entrepreneurs who can develop the product and then market it. But I think you also need time—the ideas take a while to seep in. They marinate in society, and as they do, these things become acceptable. Look at gay marriage. We did a ballot measure in California in 2008 to stop extreme confinement of animals on factory farms. We thought we were going to lose, but we won, and we got more votes than any citizen initiative in American history at the time. On that same ballot, voters in California, which is viewed as among the most progressive of states, passed a ban on gay marriage. So from 2008 to 2016, we’ve seen a complete change on that issue. JM: Society is always evolving simply because old people die and young people come in and reach the majority. Now 80 million millennials are in this society, bigger than boomers. Boomers are retiring, some of them are dying, and so increasingly that millennial generation, which is more interested in the very things we’re talking about, is having a greater and greater influence. WP: If you believe that animals matter, that has practical implications for daily behavior, and once you convince people to align their beliefs with their behavior, that’s when you have a market opportunity. You have companies that can take advantage of that consciousness, like Whole Foods, Hampton Creek, or Cirque du Soleil. Ringling Bros. was one of the fiercest opponents of animal protection, but they gave up their elephants because they did the surveys: The customers didn’t want the elephants traveling to 120 different cities a year, living on chains for 22 hours a day, and they knew that was not something they could invest in while retaining the brand strength of the company, so they changed, which is also why SeaWorld agreed to end any breeding of orcas in order to sunset their use and make the existing whales the last generation at their parks. There are alternative forms of attracting and entertaining crowds. Cirque du Soleil showed that you can have amazing theatrical productions involving human acrobats and feats of incredible physicality, and it’s just so superior. You don’t have any of the moral baggage that comes with orcas or elephants in captive settings. What other changes are happening in entertainment? WP: The film situation is incredible. With computer-generated imagery, we have an incredible revolution that can take the live animals out of the equation but still give viewers a rich and superior experience. When you think of the toughest movie in terms of representing animals, it would probably be Noah. [Director] Darren Aronofsky used CGI to create this incredible animal diversity, and it was vivid and alive and authentic. The Planet of the Apes movies are the

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high watermark for this. You don’t need to victimize chimpanzees. This is how social change works: You no longer have the movie industry blocking an effort to protect chimpanzees that are endangered in the wild. There was always an exemption because the biomedical people wanted to use chimps in experiments, and the movie people wanted to use them, but now we have alternatives to using chimps in laboratories and in the movies. Chimpanzees [are listed as] endangered, and they have a highly protected status now. JM: “Doom and gloomers” are always projecting a problem out into the future, not understanding the continual creativity and innovation part. I get asked a lot by journalists, “What do you think the world’s going to be like in 10 years?” Ten years ago, let’s see: Tesla cars did not exist. If you go back 15 years, no one was using an iPod; no one was using a smartphone, and there was no Facebook, there was no Twitter. The point is, there’s continual innovation; there’s continual creativity. That’s basically the ultimate resource: limitless human creativity. We will solve our problems in ways that we can’t even foresee now. WP: We’re solving the problems quicker. JM: That’s partly because we’re so much better connected. Innovations are copied quicker. If Whole Foods did something 20 years ago, it would take years for [it] to show up anywhere else. And now when we do a new store, not only can we copy our own innovations; everybody else does, too.

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What do you foresee happening in the near future? JM: I’ll make a prediction: What is building is a scientific consensus around health. Although there’s a very strong vested interest in keeping people ignorant by the dairy industry, cattle and meat industry, and processed food industry, there’s a strong scientific consensus that is building that eating either none or only small quantities of animal foods leads to optimum longevity. The longest-living people that we know of are all plant eaters. Cancer, heart disease, diabetes—they all correlate very strongly with the more animal food you eat. Sometime over the next five to 10 years, I predict you’re going to see a scientific consensus come around—just like it took a long time for science to gather enough data to overthrow the propaganda machine that the tobacco industry was. WP: It takes activists and scientists and all of that together. JM: That’s what’s happening with food now. We have a healthcare crisis in America; we have an obesity crisis. Eighty percent of the healthcare money that we spend, which is bankrupting us, is due to diet and lifestyle. And it’s avoidable. You’re going to see this growing scientific consensus about how to solve our healthcare issues, which will be lifestyle shifts, [which] will correlate well with the humane economy, because it’s very interesting that the thing that will help solve our healthcare crisis and our obesity epidemic is basically living in a more humane fashion and not exploiting animals. The exploitation of the animals is not just harming the animal; it’s harming us. That’s what people don’t understand. WP: Absolutely. I really like the word “humane.” I chose it very intentionally because the root word of “humane” is “human,” and we’re the ones who are creating the problems, so we’re the ones that can solve the problems. John’s point is really important: It just so happens that when we’re better to animals, we have better outcomes throughout society. Companies are going to be more successful when they have a more animal-friendly sensitivity.

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In this excerpt from The Humane Economy: How Innovators and Enlightened Consumers Are Transforming the Lives of Animals, Wayne Pacelle argues that animal welfare is the next great frontier in America’s cultural consciousness. We are in the midst—much closer to the beginning than to the end, I believe—of an epic political, cultural, and economic realignment in the treatment of animals. Doing something about a moral problem requires first identifying it and then intentionally breaking old habits and conventions. Confronting terrible injustices— from slavery and child labor to segregation to gender discrimination—was a painful and necessary part of our American tradition. With the availability of information on the Web, and the transparency it brings, it’s harder now to sidestep these questions. Just as people are shaken from their comfort zone when they realize that a T-shirt from a well-known clothing company was stitched together in some hellish, overcrowded factory in Bangladesh, more of us are connecting our choices and purchasing practices when it comes to matters of animal cruelty. Exposing abuses goes a long way in prompting sellers to get their supply chains in order, even as it better informs their customer base. Smart businesses want to get ahead of controversy and avoid protests, boycotts, and social-media campaigns that target them. We are seeing transformations in all sectors of the animal-use economy, and we will see many more. Once resolve has set in to change for the better, it’s easier than ever to make it happen. It’s not a matter of sacrifice—just conscious, better choices. Enlarging our vocabulary from “whaling” to “whale watching”

is just one example of an emerging shift in the manner we humans regard animals— whether in the wild, on the farm, in laboratories, or in our homes. The society we have now is different from what it was 25 or 100 or 200 years ago, with revolutionary advances in commerce, banking, currency, energy exploration, global transport, information technology, and computing. How can we not have a commensurate revolution in our treatment of animals? How can we tolerate the misery that comes from whaling, factory farming, trapping, and cruel industries of every kind once we recognize a more vibrant economic path forward, producing jobs that are better to hold, goods that are better to have, and a society in the end that is better to live in, without unlighted places where cruel things are permitted? Published on April 19 by HarperCollins/ William Morrow

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Who is leading this current evolution? WP: One thesis in my book is there’s really an ensemble cast of people who are driving this change. There are entrepreneurs, consumers who are more conscious and alert, scientists who are helping with that, occasionally politicians who show great leadership. You also have huge philanthropy at work. We’re an enormously wealthy society in terms of having a lot of resources out there, and you have billionaires willing to invest in these issues. You’ve got Paul Allen, who is trying to solve problems, and you’ve got titans of capitalism like Carl Icahn who are trying to solve problems. And then you have corporations adapting. They know that they’re going to be roadkill if they don’t adjust to the new realities. JM: I’m pretty wealthy, and one of the things that happens is that you have all your needs taken care of, so then it’s a question of: Do you just pile up money for money’s sake or do you invest that money in ways that help the world to become a better place? WP: David Duffield, who founded PeopleSoft, a Silicon Valley company, committed millions of dollars to ending euthanasia in dogs and cats in the late 1990s. He was mocked by a number of people: Why would you put all of that money into that kind of enterprise when we have so many human problems? Now you have philanthropists coming out of the woodwork on these issues. JM: People are beginning to realize that government doesn’t really solve many problems. Instead you have these twin forces: economic business entrepreneurs and social entrepreneurs. Whole Foods has started three foundations, and they’ve all been very impactful in a short amount of time. So you’re combining the nonprofit model with the business model, and sometimes these work together. WP: Part of that ensemble cast that I talked about driving the change are animal scientists and ethnologists who are teaching us more about animals. It wasn’t that long ago that the dominant animal behavior theory was that animals operate just by instinct, that they’re like machines in the wild who are on an endless task of food gathering, mating, predation, and defense. Now we know that animals have feelings, emotions. Elephants have burial rituals; chimpanzees have rituals to honor family members who have passed away. We see incredible problem-solving, from crows to dolphins. Once you see that behavior, you can’t think of them as just this thing or commodity. And I think this increase in understanding animal consciousness layers over this social reform movement. That’s why no industry that’s exploiting animals in a severe way is going to be immune from this movement. One area we haven’t talked about too much is the animal testing issue, [which] can be completely overtaken by different technologies.

Fashion Forward One of the biggest changes in the luxury world centers on the use of fur, as more high-end fashion houses embrace cruelty-free alternatives thanks to innovations in technology and sustainability. The fur-free movement took a significant step forward in March, when the humane society of the United states and the Fur Free alliance, a coalition of 40 animal protection groups around the world, announced that the entire armani Group would be going fur-free beginning with the Fall/Winter 2016 collections. “Technological progress made over the years allows us to have valid alternatives at our [disposal] that render the use of cruel practices unnecessary,” says Giorgio Armani, who first met with Wayne Pacelle in Milan in 2009 to discuss his brand’s use of fur. “Pursuing the positive process undertaken long ago, my company is now taking a major step ahead.” Armani joins other leading houses that have turned away from fur, including hugo Boss, which just won the Humane Society’s Henry Spira Corporate Progress Award for its commitment to innovative, animalfriendly materials, and stella McCartney, the first and only luxury brand to be completely vegan, avoiding leathers, skins, and feathers, as well as fur. Other big-name designers to go fur-free include ralph Lauren, Tommy hilfiger, and Calvin Klein—and the ranks are growing.

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E-LUXE! ANTIQUES AFICIONADOS ARE BUZZING ABOUT RUBYLUX, A NEW ONLINE MARKETPLACE FOR LUXURY VINTAGE. BY MATT STEWART

Since debuting in October, online antiques retailer RubyLUX has turned the booming e-marketplace model on its head. Following the success of Ruby Lane, which launched in 1998, CEO and founder Tom Johnson melded his experiences as a successful e-commerce guru and a collector of antiques and objets to create an unorthodox and compelling platform for the online sale of see-them-tobelieve-them vintage pieces. At RubyLUX, dealers pay a monthly subscription instead of commission on individual items, a model that “gives us more flexibility in making communication transparent between dealers and consumers,” says Johnson. Additionally, his highly curated team brings expertise and strong relationships to the site. “My staff is very knowledgeable in antiquities, art, and vintage,” Johnson notes. “We are looking for the best, so I’m relying on the relationships [they] have built over the years to provide that. “It is a luxury industry, so being able to curate that effectively involves knowing the industry firsthand,” adds Johnson, who has been working with antiques dealers for 18 years. “I’m an avid collector of a wide range of things, which helps facilitate the best way to connect dealers and clients.” Connection established! rubylux.com

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“We do have different brains— sometimes,” quips Jennie Bishop of her close rapport with business partner Melissa Benham. To her left, Benham nods in agreement, laughing, “We’re always pinning the same things on Pinterest.” Benham and Bishop first put that like-mindedness to use two years ago, teaming with Kristen Ekeland to launch Bucktown interior design firm Studio Gild. Now the trio has unveiled Gild Assembly, a multipurpose retail space within the studio for modern home accessories along with their bespoke furniture line—a passion project that hits close to home for Benham. “We wanted [these pieces] readily available for ourselves, selfishly,” she says. Among their favorite items from the series? The Superior Console in satin lacquer and powder-coated aluminum that can be customized in an array of wood, leather, and metal finishes. Eight other pieces make up the rest of the furniture line, while a diverse mix of glassware, pillows, books, and art pieces round out Gild Assembly’s offerings. Noting the concept’s eclectic pieces from artists and craftsmen both local and international, Bishop observes, “We like either the absolutely far-reaching source, or locally made… I like the extremes.” 2110 N. Damen Ave., 312-528-7825; studiogild.com/ gild-assembly

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It’s fitting that venerated French furniture maison Roche Bobois selected Stephen Burks to develop the nomadic Traveler collection for the company’s 40th anniversary in 2014. The Illinois Institute of Technology grad’s bio reads “traveler and designer,” and Burks has long been passionate about fostering design collaborations with

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If someone mentions “city living,” towering, impersonal high-rises are one of the first things that spring to mind— particularly in Streeterville, which is chockablock with them. Then there’s The Lofts at River East. At just six stories tall, but with an incredibly expansive nearly 550,000 square feet, this residential building is unlike any other mid-rise in the city. Born in 1905 as the city’s former product exhibition center and pier, the structure’s prime location, proximity to the Chicago River, and the subdued elegance of the expected finished product inspired its new life, says Bill O’Kane, owner of building developer Group Fox. “We worked with what the building gave us; it was built

that way, over 100 years ago,” he notes. “The building is quite wide, so larger units were a natural result.” The property is the only loft-style apartment building in Streeterville, and with loft layouts come higher ceilings, brick interior walls, and timber beams throughout. Another feature that sets the residences apart are their NanaWalls, which help create indoor/outdoor living space and stellar views for the apartments with balconies, which jut out over the Ogden Slip. “It creates an amazing living experience that you cannot find anywhere else in the city,” says Liz Pietka, managing broker and VP of marketing, who adds that The Lofts at River East is the first apartment building in

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As his home décor empire expAnds further into chicAgo, furniture titAn Art VAn ElslAndEr gets personAl About his love of fAshion, his commitment to giving bAck, And the Windy city spots Where he feels At home And inspired.

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“Dynamo” doesn’t begin to describe Art Van Elslander. An energetic 85, the founder of Detroit-based Art Van Furniture works out daily, follows fashion religiously, and scoffs at retirement (“Not in my blood,” he says). As the company opens its 10th and 11th Chicagoland stores, the on-the-move executive and father of 10 offers insights into his own personal brand.

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The numbers from online real estate database Zillow say it all: Chicago’s lower-than-average rising 2016 home value projections (2.3 percent as opposed to 5 percent or more in most markets) and falling home value growth in luxury zip codes (down 1.8 percent in the second half of 2015) are making it tough at the top. According to Baird & Warner statistics, there were 713 homes over $2 million on the market in March, up 20 percent from the same time last year, when 596 were listed. Brokers Julie Busby of Belgravia Realty Group (312-890-4818) and Julie Harron of Baird & Warner (312-953-6408) tell us what the surfeit means for today’s buyer.

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homes, and Gen Xers and Millennials are looking for value and amenities. What kind of properties work for these needs? JB: Belgravia has pioneered a series of three-bed, three-bath properties in the West Loop that are popular with all three generations. The units all have private elevators; balconies, terraces, or roof decks; and available parking. Resales that come up are snapped up in a day. Given demand, we’re marketing our fifth development, CA Washington at 1045 W. Washington, with prices ranging from $850,000 to $1,150,900. We also developed 600 N. Lake Shore Dr., where the three-beds are the most popular unit. The most recent sale there, a three-bed, 3.5-bath, 2,547-square-foot

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unit, just closed for $1.64 million. I have clients who watch that building for the three-bedrooms. JH: Young families are interested in three vintage properties we’re marketing, all now owned by Boomers who raised their families and now want different types of properties. A 4,000-squarefoot duplex coop at 1448 N. Lake Shore Dr. has three beds, two maids’ rooms, 4.5 baths, and a media room for $2.29 million; a 7,000-squarefoot-plus home at 1904 W. Patterson built in 1891 has seven beds, 7.5 baths, a three-car garage, and a 62.5-by-125 lot; and a 6,100 square-foot condo at 189 E. Lake Shore Dr. has four beds and 4.5 baths for $6.499 million. All are in pristine condition.

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The expansive view from 189 E. Lake Shore Dr. below: Belgravia’s new development, CA Washington features modern finishes and private elevator access to each unit; among the amenities at 1448 N. Lake Shore Dr. are a fully equipped chef’s kitchen and a lavish master suite.

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SPACE: THE GUIDE From world-class hotels and prime real estate to the most stylish home décor, here’s how (and where) to live your best liFe in chicago.

antiques/ galleries architectural artifacts From a 19th-century French cast-iron sphinx sculpture to a copper kettle from the hershey chocolate factory, this 80,000square-foot space is home to an array of one-of-a-kind finds. 4325 N. Ravenswood Ave., 773-348-0622; architectural artifacts.com

coyle & herr this home furnishings consignment warehouse is full of collectible pieces, from baker dining-room chairs to stainless steel Knoll tables. 3031 N. Rockwell St., 773-5759880; coyleandherr.com

hilton-asmus contemporary prepare to be inspired by the paintings, sculpture, photography, and more on view at this intimate gallery. 716 N. Wells St., 312-8528200; hilton-asmus.com

KaVi Gupta Gallery this acclaimed gallerist is known for highlighting talents like mickalene thomas, José lerma, glenn Kaino, and Johanna billing. 835 W. Washington Blvd., 312-4320708; kavigupta.com

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shop an array of antiques in a whimsical tree studios space.

613 N. State St., 312-280-1602; poshchicago.com

Zolla/lieberman Gallery at 40, this river north gallery district mainstay remains laser-sharp with a focus on contemporary works by rené romero schuler, william conger, maria tomasula, and susanne doremus. 325 W. Huron St., 312-944-1990; zollaliebermangallery.com

auto dealers bob loquercio auto Group respected auto dealer serving the city and suburbs with brands like honda, hyundai, and toyota. 1200 E. Chicago St., Elgin, 773-728-5000; blautogroup.com

mcGrath lexus of chicaGo new and used luxury automobiles from the mcgrath family. 1250 W. Division St., 773-3426300; mcgrathimports.com

Home dÉcor art Van furniture shop luxe furnishings in the scott shuptrine interiors gallery at this detroit import’s space in the suburbs. 1021 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, 630-810-8915; artvan.com

cb2 chicago-based mecca for must-have home items. 800 W. North Ave., 312-787-8329; cb2.com

flor a one-stop shop for fashionforward custom rugs. 1873 N. Clybourn Ave., 773-325-0201; flor.com

home element this river north showroom is the exclusive chicago retailer of Jesse, an italian label designed with the urban dweller in mind. 741 N. Wells St., 312-787-3358; home elementfurniture.com

hydroloGy h2o gets the haute treatment with sophisticated kitchen and bath furnishings. 435 N. LaSalle Blvd., 312-832-9000; hydrologychicago.com

Jayson home the last word in luxe décor and stylish gifts. 1885 N. Clybourn Ave., 800-472-1885; jaysonhome.com

Jonathan adler cheeky graphics galore. 676 N. Wabash Ave., 312-2749920; jonathanadler.com

Kneen & co. high-design home accessories courtesy of designers like christofle, hermès, and lobmeyr. 399 W. Fullerton Pkwy., Ste. 1E, 773-880-8424; kneenandco.com

Randolph StReet MaRket The biggest urban antiques market in the country, this

GEORGIAN GEM Masterfully updated with attention to detail throughout and exquisitely decorated, this stately Georgian home has it all: a large elegant reception hall with a beautiful curved staircase, a stunning living room with bay; a formal dining room; an extraordinary library; a sunroom and gourmet kitchen with breakfast area and bar; three fireplaces; and a finished lower level boasting a recreation room and exercise area. Convenient walk to schools, train, and beach. 847-917-7345 Bmawicke@atproperties.com For more information, visit 213raleigh.info.

monthly treasure trove (favored by celebs like Nate Berkus and Sophia Bush) features hundreds of vendors selling pieces with plenty of character. Mark your calendar for the weekend of May 28-29, when the lively market welcomes back its ever-popular outdoor season. 1340 W. Washington

213 Raleigh Road, Kenilworth $2,445,000 Listed by Barbara Mawicke

Blvd., 312-666-1200; randolphstreetmarket.com

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Room & BoaRd For those ready to refresh their home, this 46,000-square-foot behemoth in the heart of downtown boasts a plethora of Americanmade, classic-meets-contemporary essentials— many of which can be customized to suit your space—for living, dining, bedroom, office, and outdoor needs. 55 E. Ohio St., 312-222-0970; roomandboard.com

BOUTIQUE BROKERS This independently owned boutique real estate firm is comprised of Chicago’s most experienced agents who have been hand-selected to walk you through the process of selling or buying your next home. Your dedicated agent will serve as your trusted investment advisor, working with you on your long-term real estate goals and connecting you with the relocation, financial, and legal services they have trusted with their own homes. CONLON/ Christie’s believes in full transparency from the first phone call to closing, with accessibility whether at their desks or in the field. For more information, visit conlonrealestate.com.

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Merchandise Mart go-to for timeless kitchen and bath fixtures. 322 W. Hubbard St., 312-755-2510; us.kohler.com

The ultimate resource for refined renovations. 225 W. Hubbard St., 312-321-5900; shopstudio41.com

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This family-run French design house is synonymous with artful furniture and home accessories that make a stunning statement. 440 N. Wells St., 312-222-9300; lignerosetchicago.com

LuMinaiRe Shop contemporary European brands like Ingo Maurer, Paola Lenti, and Philippe Starck in this River North loft. 301 W. Superior St., 312-664-9582; luminaire.com

MiTCHeLL goLd + BoB WiLLiaMs Eco-friendly elegance for the home. 1555 N. Halsted St., 312-397-3135; mgbwhome.com

RH View the new modern and teen collections in this stunning six-story gallery space in the landmark Three Arts Club building. 1300 N. Dearborn Pkwy., 312-475-9116; rh.com

RoCHe BoBois Add a certain je ne sais quoi to your home courtesy of modern Parisian designs. 222 W. Hubbard St., 312-9550275; roche-bobois.com

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This forward-thinking setting is home to IO Godfrey, a fourth-floor indoor/outdoor rooftop lounge. 127 W. Huron St., 312-649-2000; godfreyhotelchicago.com

This highly anticipated 452-room hotel is located in a majestic, landmark space overlooking the Chicago River. 85 E. Wacker Dr., 312-357-1200; londonhousechicago.com

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Luxury, Art Deco-style lodging in the landmark McGraw-Hill Building at The Shops at North Bridge. 521 N. Rush St., 312-645-1500; thegwenchicago.com

Four-star service, a new Club Lounge, and a state-of-the-art fitness center adjacent to Water Tower Place shopping. 160 E. Pearson St., 312-2661000; ritzcarlton.com

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Enjoy eco-chic splendor at this LEED-certified boutique property in River North. 111 W. Huron St., 312-447-3440; hotelfelixchicago.com

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Newly renovated getaway with signature W style along the lake. 644 N. Lake Shore Dr., 312-943-9200; wchicagolakeshore.com

This River North getaway features the always-buzzing Sable Kitchen & Bar. 505 N. State St., 312-755-9703; hotelpalomar-chicago.com

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The city’s largest hotel is a magnet for business travelers. 151 E. Wacker Dr., 312-565-1234; chicagoregency.hyatt.com

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hotel welcomes travelers with a modern aesthetic complemented by artwork from emerging and established talents. 55 E. Ontario St., 312-337-1000; jameshotels.com/chicago

European-inspired elegance in the Gold Coast. 11 E. Walton St., 312-646-1410; waldorf astoriachicagohotel.com

This hotel offers a prime location convenient to Magnificent Mile shopping and the John Hancock Center sights. 909 N. Michigan Ave.,

866-716-8104; thewestin michiganavenue.com

EvEnts, Etc. EntErtaining Company Wendy Pashman’s Chicagobased catering company has thrown star-studded fêtes for celebrities like James Taylor and Oprah Winfrey. 1640 W. Walnut St., 312-829-2800; entertainingcompany.com

REal EstatE 4 East ELm LEED-certified luxury with just 35 high-rise condominiums available. 4 E. Elm St., 312-542-1144; 4eastelm.com

@propErtiEs This 15-year-old Chicagobased firm has carved a niche as one of the nation’s top 25 residential brokers. 618 W. Fulton St., 312-491-0200; atproperties.com

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With an emphasis on locally sourced dishes, this outfit is a go-to for events for fewer than 150 people. 1850 S. Blue Island Ave., 773-793-1035; figcatering.com

A Chicago-grown company that knows local luxury. 737 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 1800, 312-640-7010; bairdwarner.com

LimELight CatEring For more than 25 years, this company has embraced the green movement via an array of soirées, including President Obama’s inauguration party. 2000 N. Racine Ave., 773-8833080; limelightcatering.com

Lm CatEring Husband-and-wife team Stephan and Nicole Outrequin Quaisser bring European flair to events large and small. 800 S. Michigan Ave., 773-697-3286; lmcateringchicago.com

BELgravia group Focusing on Lincoln Park and River North, this respected developer has been a trusted name in residential, mixeduse, retail, and office projects since 1947. 1101 W. Monroe St., Ste. 200, 312-751-2777; belgraviagroup.com

BErkshirE hathaway homE sErviCEs koEnigruBLoFF rEaLty group A magnet for multimilliondollar listings. 980 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 900, 312-284-3500; berkshirehathawayhs.com

ConLon/ChristiE’s intErnationaL rEaL EstatE With six offices throughout Chicagoland, this boutique brokerage firm covers neighborhoods in the city, the North Shore, and the Western suburbs. 2044 W. Roscoe St., 312-733-7201; conlonrealestate.com

LoFts at rivEr East Spacious apartments overlooking the Chicago River—plus a 10,000-squarefoot rooftop SkyDeck—in the heart of Streeterville. 445 E. Illinois St., 312-854-1818; theloftsatrivereast.com

marquEE at BLoCk 37 A 38-story showstopper in the heart of the Theatre District. 25 W. Randolph St., 312-3723737; marqueeblock37.com

vista towEr rEsidEnCEs At 1,140 feet, this architectural marvel, designed by visionary Jeanne Gang and expected to open in 2020, is the latest achievement in Magellan Development Group’s Lakeshore East master plan. Sales office: 375 E. Wacker Dr.; vistatowerchicago.com

AGENTS OF CHANGE Through its Good Will Network, Baird & Warner has donated thousands of volunteer hours and millions of dollars to Chicago-area nonprofit organizations with a focus on shelter and homelessness. In 2015 alone, the real estate company supported its neighbors with more than $200,000 in grants

Loews HoteL minutes from navy Pier and the magnificent mile, this high-rise is a brilliant addition to the city’s

and an array of clothing drives and charitable

skyline. With 400 rooms and suites available,

events. Because for Baird

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thick-of-it vantage point for travelers, courtesy of floor-to-ceiling windows (which, to the relief

is more than just a real

of light sleepers, still include blackout shades).

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visit Jose garces’s argentine steakhouse Rural Society on the lobby level for wood-fired Wagyu and more. 455 N . Park Dr., 312- 840 - 6600;

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The essenTial ChiCago wedding guide

Budding With Love For couples ready to say “I do,” chIcago’s brIdal scene Is In Full bloom For sprIng.

ceremony or cocktail hour—or by bringing the outdoors in—is a must. At the super-sleek Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel (221 N. Columbus Dr., 312-565-5258; radissonblu.com/en/ aquahotel-chicago), for instance, wedding guests in the Atlantic Ballroom can take in the city’s splendor thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows offering an in-the-heartof-the-city vantage point. And for those lessbalmy days, lighter materials and colorful blooms (such as the ever-popular blossoming branches) make a similar statement despite cooler temps, Cavanaugh says. Complement springtime’s crisp air with a fresh, clean menu, like

the custom iterations sure to satisfy all parties at Park Hyatt Chicago (800 N. Michigan Ave., 312-335-1234; park chicago.hyatt.com). Think a spread of garden vegetables like spring peas and beans, and cheeses such as Brie and fourme d’Ambert; roasted lamb chops; and strawberry rhubarb pie. After all, as Cavanaugh says, “People want to embrace [the season].”

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With its flush of rejuvenating warmth and the promise of new beginnings, spring is a season exceptionally suited for weddings in the Windy City. “Everyone is just feeling healthier and lighter and springier,” says Kelly Cavanaugh of Clementine Custom Events (833 W. Chicago Ave., 773-961-8335; clementinecustom events.com). As Chicagoans make their way outside again, Cavanaugh says, embracing the welcome fresh air and sunshine with an outdoor

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NEXTLEVEL LUXE THE PENINSULA CHICAGO MARRIES AN ELEGANT ATMOSPHERE WITH AN OF-THE-MOMENT APPROACH.

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The Peninsula’s Grand Ballroom makes for a lovely, light-filled reception space.

FASHION, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT:

Gown, J. Mendel (price on request). Belle Vie Bridal Couture, 34 E. Oak St., Second Fl., 312-751-2222; belleviebridal couture.com. Platinum Novo diamond ring and diamond band, Tiffany & Co. (prices on request). 730 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-7500; tiffany.com. Ivis veil with Swarovski rhinestones, Sara Gabriel ($297). The Left Bank, 1155 W. Webster Ave., 773-929-7422; leftbankbridal.com

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At The Peninsula Chicago, spring weddings can make the most of milder weather by featuring a reception on the outdoor terrace. Overlooking the Magnificent Mile, the tucked-away courtyard pairs the posh city pulse with a lush garden brimming with tulips, daffodils, and greenery galore. “Even if it wasn’t nice outside, when you walk into the reception area in the ballroom, you can see all the flowers through the floor-to-ceiling windows,” says the Peninsula’s associate director of weddings, Jennifer Clarke. Couples who think outside the traditional ballroom box can also take advantage of a supportive staff when it comes to original dining requests. Designing sumptuous food stations that reflect the cuisine the bride and groom shared on their first date, for instance, or nixing a standard seated dinner in favor of one whose atmosphere is reminiscent of the couple’s engagement night is no trouble for the Peninsula team. “Couples come up with all these fun ideas,” Clarke observes. “At the end of the day, the chefs are as excited as the clients are about it.” 108 E. Superior St., 312-337-2888; chicago. peninsula.com/weddings

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THE THOMPSON HOTEL TOASTS ONE-OF-A-KIND ROMANCE WITH CREATIVE, ON-TREND TOUCHES.

The shimmering champagne walls and neutral décor in the Thompson Hotel’s ballroom grant brides and grooms license to add plenty of personality. “It really allows our guests to use any color palette that they want,” says assistant director of catering Mimi Lopez. “That’s huge, because you go to a lot of venues and you may be stuck with something because [otherwise] it’s going to clash with the curtains or the carpet.” The wallpaper isn’t the only thing that encourages couples at the Thompson to get creative. Chicago foodies will appreciate the Thompson’s cutting-edge culinary program, overseen by the in-house eatery, Nico Osteria, and its One Off Hospitality sister concepts: Late-night taco stations from Big Star and custom cocktails from Violet Hour served alongside Nico’s seasonal fare have become wedding favorites, notes Lopez. Beyond the ballroom, bridal parties can opt for one or more of the hotel’s six bi-level penthouse suites as part of their wedding package—and with pool tables in select suites and others offering outdoor terraces, the playful perks are particularly appealing as the days (and nights) get sultry. 21 E. Bellevue Pl., 312-2662100; thompsonhotels.com/ hotels/thompson-chicago

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0.47 carat diamond drop earrings, A. Link & Co. ($1,970). C.D. Peacock, 172 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, 630-571-5355; cdpeacock.com

18k white-gold 2.02 carat asher center-cut diamond ring with a diamond halo, Razny Bridal Collection (price on request). Centennial Plaza, 1501 W. Lake St., Addison, 630-932-4900; razny.com

A balcony at the Thompson Hotel.

Rox suede pump, Jimmy Choo ($3,750). 114 E. Oak St., 312-255-1170; jimmychoo.com

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MODERN LOVE

Lace and silk gown, Lela Rose ($4,995). Belle Vie Bridal Couture, 34 E. Oak St., Second Fl., 312-751-2222; belleviebridal couture.com

S AY I D O W I T H B L U A Wedding of a Kind

radissonbluchicago.com Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. 221 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, U.S.A. T: +1 (312 ) 565-5258 salesaquachicago@radisson.com

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Celebrate your landmark event at the stylish, iconic and sophisticated Radisson Blu. Make your debut in our stunning ballroom with floor to ceiling windows that let the Chicago night stream in. Overlook a six-acre park with sparkling city lights as your backdrop. Any dĂŠcor you choose. The room will be uniquely you. Your occasion perfectly planned. Expertly arranged. Leave the details to us. It is your time to shine!

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SOFITEL CHICAGO WATER TOWER GIVES WEDDINGS THE TRÈS CHIC TREATMENT.

Romance is so central an element at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower that the feeling even echoes in the design of the building itself: Paris-based architect JeanPaul Viguier envisioned the soaring Gold Coast hotel as a glass-and-steel bride to complement the nearby John Hancock Center’s groomlike appearance. International details are carried through the lobby, which sparkles with French artwork and a photo-ready contemporary grand staircase (an homage to the Paris Opera’s dramatic entry) twinkling with thousands of fiber-optic lights. In the airy Grand Ballroom, guests get another taste of cosmopolitan flavor as they look out the space’s southeast windows above Chestnut Street. “It’s definitely a modern interpretation without being museumesque,” says director of catering Robert Warsaw. The Greg Biggers-created menus, featuring cheeses and charcuterie made in-house, also embody a dedication to modern French flair, right down to the signature macarons, which can be customized in an array of fruit and herb flavors. Says Warsaw, “We truly strive to know the nuances of every bride and groom.” 20 E. Chestnut St., 312-3244000; sofitel-chicago.com/ en/inspired-events.html

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RIGHT: A view from the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower. BELOW: Macarons, Sugar Fixé (price on request). 958 W. Armitage Ave., 773-799-8399; sugarfixe.com. BOTTOM: The Sofitel Chicago Water Tower Grand Ballroom.

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18k white-gold 0.26 carat micro pavé emerald-cut center diamond ring, A.Jaffe ($2,330). James & Sons, 1457 N. Halsted St., 773-327-8800; jamesand sons.com. Ivory Goa cabochon clutch, Oscar de la Renta ($1,690)

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BRIDAL Fashion

Finishing Touches Add key detAils thAt will mAke your big dAy thAt much more speciAl.

clockwise from far left: Patent porcelain pump, Christian Louboutin ($795), 58 E. Oak St., 312-337-8200; us.christian louboutin.com. Maison silk and lace nightgown, La Perla ($1,048), 34 E. Oak St., 312-494-0400; laperla.com. Clutch, Rauwolf ($1,990), Barneys New York, 15 E. Oak St., 312-587-1700; barneys.com. 22.48 carat diamond Icon Motif bracelet, Graff (price on request), 103 E. Oak St., 312-604-1000; graffdiamonds.com

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BRIDAL PLAYING WITH FOOD The tried-and-true combo of milk and cookies gets an upgrade from Paramount Events. bottom: Big Delicious Planet organically grows over 85 varieties of vegetables, herbs, fruits, and edible flowers for produce-rich dishes like fried green tomatoes and Burgundy long beans (left).

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Wedding guests can expect personalized twists on traditional favorites on their plates this spring. “Brides and grooms are so focused on what they like and sharing their uniqueness with people,” says Jodi Fyfe of Paramount Events (773-880-8044; paramount eventschicago.com), “so it’s always great to think outside of the box and think of things that you like that can make it more personal.” Among those individual details, Fyfe says, her team is seeing a spike in brunch weddings, bar carts, and retro treats like milk and cookies. Although doughnuts are on their way out, she adds, gourmet beignets are big, while craft-beer fans in

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particular are embracing pretzel bars that pair brews with Bavarian bites and toppings. Menus can also be sourced to honor personal tastes, as Heidi Coudal of Big Delicious Planet (312-4551019; bigdeliciousplanet.com) sees more couples incorporating the kind of urban farming and green practices her company is known for, especially as the spring growing season gets under way. “We know exactly what we’ll be harvesting the day that they’re getting married, so we tailor menus to the day of their wedding,” Coudal says. “We even tell people, ‘If there’s something we’re not growing and you want it on your menu, we can grow it.’”

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BRIDAL: THE guIDE From gorgeous giFts to incredible venues, these are the chicago places and spaces that can make any wedding celebration wonderFul.

Blue Plate

this award-winning caterer is a favorite for bites like tiny pop-tarts, piña coladainspired sweets, and truffled scallion popcorn. 1061 W. Van Buren St., 312-4216666; blueplatechicago.com Boutique Bites

elaina vazquez (tru, avenues) is beloved for plating doll-sized dishes like mini cheeseburgers and lobster tacos—equal parts tasty and adorable. 224 N. Ada St., 773-3133211; boutiquebites.com eli’s CheeseCake

eschew the traditional wedding cake in favor of this creamy, chicago-made confection. 6701 W. Forest Preserve Dr., 800-3542253; elicheesecake.com Paramount events

with an emphasis on all things local, this respected caterer crafts inventive creations like squash and leek fritters and bite-size fish and chips. 1932 W. Lake St., 773-880-8044; paramounteventschicago.com Pure kitChen Catering

this company gets creative with clients on everything from gluten-free pork belly appetizers to deviled egg stations. 451 N. Elizabeth St., 312-224-8277; purekitchencatering.com toni Patisserie & Café

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breakfast pastries and house-made macarons. 51 S. Washington St., Hinsdale, 630-789-2020; tonipatisserie.com

Create the perfect tablescape with gifts from Lincoln Park favorite Tabula Tua.

giFtS & regiStry elements

this river north mainstay boasts an impressive selection of home décor, tabletop accessories, gorgeous gifts, and more. 741 N. Wells St., 312-6426574; elementschicago.com hermès

the ultimate in aspiration, straight from paris. 25 E. Oak St., 312-787-8175; hermes.com kaehler luggage

For nearly a century, this homegrown retailer has been outfitting the jet set with an expansive range of travel essentials. 900 N. Michigan Ave., Sixth Fl., 312-9518106; worldtraveler.com material Possessions

For nearly 40 years, this north shore go-to has offered a chic mix of tableware, home décor, gifts, and more. 954 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, 847-446-8840; materialpossessions.com

eventS, etC. event Creative

this event producer boasts an in-house floral studio to give blooms the custom treatment. 219 N. Paulina St., 312-442-0887; eventcreative.com

TABULA TUA From exquisite textured Adelaide teapots and pitchers by Astier de Villatte to sleek platinum ice buckets, decanters, and oversize bowls by Truro, this charming boutique in the heart of Lincoln Park expertly curates a selection of décor,

PeaChtree PlaCe

kehoe Designs

tableware, and gifts for a variety

a treasure trove of stylish essentials by labels like arte italica, michael aram, kim seybert, and simon pearce. 303 S. Happ Road, Northfield, 847-441-7585; peachtreeplaceonline.com

For more than 20 years, tom kehoe has been the mastermind behind big-scale bashes (think lollapalooza and the nFl draft) and spares no expense when designing over-the-top weddings. 2555

of tastes. Other favored brands at this neighborhood institution include Match Pewter, Anna Weatherley, Alain Saint-Joanis, and Tokens & Icons. 1015 W. Armitage Ave., 773-525-0816; tabulatua.com

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Catering

S. Leavitt St., 312-421-0030; kehoedesigns.com Sound InveStment

A Chicago-born company specializing in all things sound, video, and lighting. 1438 W. Kinzie St., 800-720-8545; soundinvestmentav.com

Venues the AmerIcAn club At Kohler

At this Tudor-style resort, couples have the option to say “I do” in an expansive ballroom or outdoors in an enchanting courtyard. 419 Highland Dr., Kohler, Wisconsin, 844-218-5153; americanclubresort.com

Now that’s a first impression: The Palmer House Hilton’s Grand Lobby features a gorgeous 21-panel ceiling hand-painted with tales of Greek mythology.

the Art InStItute of chIcAgo

Raise a toast to modern love in the Modern Wing. 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312-443-3530; artic.edu

photography courtesy of the palmer house, a hilton hotel

chIcAgo AthletIc ASSocIAtIon

Rich with history, this newly restored Venetian Gothicstyle space offers a timeless backdrop to the exchange of vows. 12 S. Michigan Ave., 312-792-3555; chicago athletichotel.com chIcAgo hIStory muSeum

chandeliers. 108 W. Germania Pl., 312-787-0190; kenmare catering.com/germania-place the Ivy room

A secret garden nestled within the whimsical Tree Studios. 12 E. Ohio St., 312-645-7760; ivyroomchicago.com the murPhy

Treasure the old while celebrating the new at this character-filled location. 1601 N. Clark St., 312-799-2254; chicagohistory.org

French Renaissance meets Chicago charm at this renovated auditorium designed in homage to Paris’s Chapelle de Notre-Dame de Consolation. 50 E. Erie St., 312-280-8447; the-murphy.com

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the PenInSulA hotel

A tucked-away landmark, this Old Town gem is home to two ballrooms complete with gold domes and original crystal

Raise a glass to romance on the outdoor Terrace overlooking the Magnificent Mile. 108 E. Superior St., 312-337-2888;

chicago.peninsula.com rAdISSon blu Rely on this architecturally unique hotel for “something blue.” 221 N. Columbus Dr., 312-565-5258; radissonblu. com/en/aquahotel-chicago

Palmer House Hilton One of the most iconic and luxurious settings in Chicago—and the nation’s longest continually operating hotel—this opulent destination in the heart of the Loop, built

SofItel chIcAgo WAter toWer

by Chicago magnate Potter Palmer for his wife, Bertha

An ultrasleek dose of joie de vivre in the Gold Coast. 20 E. Chestnut St., 312-324-4000; sofitel-chicago.com

Honoré Palmer, has hosted

thomPSon hotel

ballrooms, world-class culinary

This urban-luxe setting offers an array of sophisticated spaces for couples to honor their love. 21 E. Bellevue Pl., 312-266-2100; thompsonhotels.com/hotels/ thompson-chicago

options, and an expert team

more than 9,000 weddings during its storied 140-plusyear history. With multiple

of on-staff wedding coordinators, the Palmer House Hilton is a great Windy City tradition for nuptials to remember. 17 E. Monroe St., 312-726-7500; palmerhousehiltonhotel.com

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Attendees paired bites with beer from Goose Island. Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis vendipsapici nihil

FIRST BITES BASH In anticipation of Chicago Restaurant Week, Choose Chicago welcomed hundreds of gourmands to Union Station’s Great Hall. During the evening, which concluded with a $10,000 donation check to the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation, attendees nibbled light bites from Tanta, Dylan’s Candy Bar, and other dining destinations.

A maze of omnis Lessimus, tasting stations eossum ius alis welcomed vendipsapici nihil foodies.

Gregory Hyder, Sandy Goldberg, Marco Foster, and Jon Dimetros

Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis Allison vendipsapici nihil Rosati

Adiat Baker and Iya Bakare

SILVER SKATES

Shelley Bostetter and Lauren Lutzow

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Desirée Lessimus, omnis Rogers eossum ius alis vendipsapici nihil

Marco Foster organized an intimate evening benefiting A Silver Lining Foundation at The Peninsula. Partygoers joined cohosts Alicia Roman and Marley Kayden of NBC 5 for Swirlz cupcakes, Garrett popcorn, and laps on the hotel’s Sky Rink.

Alicia Roman, Marley Kayden, and Pam Rose

Wendy Peterson and Alex Rose

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADAM ALEXANDER (FIRST BITES); EDISON DEANCHING AND KEVIN DEVICK (SILVER SKATES)

Lessimus, omnis Chef Tony Priolo eossum ius alis vendipsapici nihil

INVITED Moët & Chandon provided the evening’s bubbly.

Kye Martin

Meagan Brown, Ellen Schram, Marissa Jaeckel, and Jenna Kosmin Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis vendipsapici nihil Dave and Dana Parker

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Kristi and Alex Annes

Jay Casady and Harrison Stamell

Lessimus, omnis Megan Carley, Kendall eossum ius alis Raymond,nihil Megan Bartlett, vendipsapici and Lindsay Goldman

Robyn Tavel, Liz Kulakofsky, Sarna Goldenberg, and Sofia Kenzer

Jill Kargman

Julie Roth Novack, Erica Daitch, and Christina Mann

VALOR 2016

Lizzy Scheinfeld and Rachel Stein

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Gail Rudo and Deborah Schrayer Karmin

The Jewish United Fund’s Young Women’s Board hosted nearly 150 invitees at The Art Center Highland Park for its annual Valor soirée. Throughout the affair, attendees mingled with special guest Jill Kargman, creator and star of Bravo’s original series Odd Mom Out.

Guests packed in for Kargman’s remarks.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY STUDIO FINCH (RED CARPET FOR HOPE); ROBERT F. KUSEL (VALOR)

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital toasted the 73rd annual Golden Globe Awards with its Red Carpet for Hope fundraiser at Trump International Hotel and Tower. The evening, emceed by NBC 5’s Kye Martin, generated more than $94,000 for the organization.

Destination Paradise Change your latitude for a change in attitude at the all-new Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. Reserve your stay in paradise now for a sun-soaked, unforgettable oceanfront vacation. 844.562.5625 â&#x20AC;˘ MARGARITAVILLEHOLLYWOODBEACHRESORT.COM 1111 NORTH OCEAN DRIVE * HOLLYWOOD, FL 33019

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Kate Fitzgerald, Jen Kasten, Jennifer Keenan, and Steffie Madigan

Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis nihil Bruce vendipsapici Fox and Roinel Sanchez

Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis vendipsapici nihil Martin Horner and Mark Jones

Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis vendipsapici nihil

COCKTAILS AND ORCHIDS The Guild of the Chicago Botanic Garden welcomed nearly 200 invitees for its Cocktails and Orchids soirée. During the reception, which generated $20,000, guests imbibed creations from Sepia mixologist Griffin Elliott while admiring the garden’s lush Orchid Show.

Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis vendipsapici nihil Greg and Anne Jones

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Erin and Todd Bloomquist

Chris and Amanda Dobrez David and Nancy Vasser

FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY

Liz Gassner and Cathy Gassner

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On the eve of the 2016 Chicago Auto Show, more than 9,000 guests gathered at McCormick Place for the 25th annual First Look for Charity black-tie fundraiser. The benefit garnered more than $2.6 million for a host of local beneficiaries.

Scott and Traci Levy with Lauren and Dominick Logan

Hector Fabregas and Jose Giusti

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBIN CARLSON (COCKTAILS AND ORCHIDS); THINK LEIGH PHOTOGRAPHY (FIRST LOOK)

John and Dana Vavalle

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INVITED Jeff and Melissa Shea

CHARITY REGISTER OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE. BLOSSOMS OF HOPE BRUNCH

What: Celebrity interior designer Monica Pedersen hosts Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago’s 25th-anniversary spring benefit supporting the nonprofit organization’s Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide (LOSS) program. When: April 24, 11 AM Where: Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace Tickets: 312-948-6797; catholiccharities.net/lossbrunch

Frances Renk, Kathleen Casey, Sylvia Perez, and Paul Iacono

BALL DE FLEUR

Cochairs Frances Renk and Paul Iacono welcomed more than 600 guests to The Geraghty for Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation’s 23rd annual signature fundraiser. Emceed by broadcast personality Sylvia Perez, the evening garnered more than $530,000 for the organization.

Lee Dawson and Donna Rotunno

Amy Episcope and Joe Panarese with Leeda and Jeff Dublo

Mark and Jennifer Nolden

Kadmiel and Whitney Christmas

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Ken and Mary Claire Moll with Bonnie and Michael Rothman

CHEFS’ PLAYGROUND What: Rub elbows with chefs like Tony Mantuano, Paul Kahan, Jeff Mauro, and Marcela Valladolid at this event benefiting the Academy for Global Citizenship. When: May 19, 6 PM Where: Terzo Piano, 159 E. Monroe St., Third Floor Tickets: 773-582-1100; chefsplayground.org SEEING WHAT’S POSSIBLE GALA What: Celebrate 110 years of The Chicago Lighthouse’s service for the visually impaired, disabled, and veteran communities at this black-tie event honoring former board chair Dr. Joel Kaplan and Illinois Supreme Court Justice Anne M. Burke. When: June 3, 6 PM Where: Four Seasons Hotel, 120 E. Delaware Pl. Tickets: 312-447-3448; chicagolighthouse.org/event/gala

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JUMG SUH AND MISS MOTLEY PHOTOGRAPHY (BEAR TIE)

What: Themed “Treasured Giving,” Alexian Brothers Foundation’s 30th annual fête features a cocktail reception, a four-course dinner, silent and live auctions, dancing, and a performance by the Becca Kaufman Orchestra. When: May 7, 6 PM Where: Four Seasons Hotel, 120 E. Delaware Pl. Tickets: 847-385-7304; alexianfoundation.org

BEAR TIE BALL

FULTON MARKET FRENZY Get the lowdown on the city’s most sizzlinG district. By J.P. Anderson

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The crowd: Techies settling into their sleek new digs at Google and dozens of start-ups; loft dwellers praying for a last-minute cancellation at the dining powerhouses Girl & the Goat and Alinea. The wheels: Eco-friendly electric Razor scooter for quick trips between start-ups.

Landmark: Fulton Market Gateway, the controversial neon sign (shown) at Fulton and Halsted that was derided as “idiotic” during its planning process—but, we have to admit, actually looks kinda cool in the flesh. The mayor: Developer Jeff Shapack, whose Shapack Partners

has spearheaded major developments, from Soho House and WeWork to the sleek, soon-to-open mid-rise The Parker Fulton Market. Craving: The burger at Au Cheval; purple sea urchin sashimi at Momotaro; Nonna’s meatballs at Formento’s. Handbag of choice:

Gucci Beaded Sky wool backpack with bee patch embroidery, $2,100. Green means: Competing with your neighbors to see whose building project can get LEED Platinum certification first. Baby name: Maxima, naturally, in homage to Mark Zuckerberg’s firstborn.

PhotograPhy courtesy of shaPack Partners

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