Michigan Avenue - 2017 - Issue 3 - Summer - Ludacris

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SCENE FULL FRONTAL Scenes from a season: Official Cubs photographer Stephen Green’s work tells the story of the team’s historic, triumphant 2016 campaign, from heartstopping action shots to candid moments in the dugout.

THAT CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON FROM SPRING TRAINING THROUGH THE WORLD SERIES PARADE, OFFICIAL CHICAGO CUBS PHOTOGRAPHER STEPHEN GREEN CAPTURED THE CURSE-ENDING SEASON OF OUR MEN IN BLUE.

It’s a textbook feel-good narrative: Lifelong baseball fan with creative aspirations wrangles a gig as the Chicago Cubs official team photographer.

But it was an unlikely destination for Wilmette native Stephen Green, who, as an MFA student at the School of the Art Institute documenting

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Wrigley Field for a thesis project in 1982, snagged the position after the team’s then-photographer retired.

“Game action just turned out to be something I’m good at,” muses Green.

Over the subsequent 35 years, the Oak Park resident has chronicled hundreds of games— including, of course, last

year’s World Series win. “[In] 2015–2016, you really got a taste of who the team was and how it was coming together,” recalls Green, who snapped Kris Bryant’s championship-clinching defensive play from his roost along the first base line at Cleveland’s Progressive Field.

Somehow, Green (who

routinely listens to jazz while shooting) remained level-headed in the post-victory scrum of Game 7. “I had to keep separating myself from being in the moment to photographing the moment,” he notes.

Though the Canon Mark II loyalist is quick to identify his favorite

subjects past (“Ryne Sandberg—so understated and so good”) and present (“Javier Baez is so athletic, so incredibly dynamic”), he hesitates to single out one image as a favorite.

“I don’t know if I have a favorite shot,” he ruminates. “I hope it’s still to come.” sgreenphoto.com; @sgreenphoto

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CONTENTS SUMMER 2017

16 // FULL FRONTAL

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Her kind of town: Chicago singer/ actress Bethany Thomas is proving herself to be one of the city’s brightest stage stars.

36 // LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 38 // LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER 40 // THE LIST 45 // INVITED

SCENE 65 // M IS FOR MARISOL

66 // HIGHER GROUND The Red Hot Chili Peppers heat up the United Center for the first time in 20 years.

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Ravinia’s Lawncierge program is one of our top ways to turn your summer up to 11.

68 // SUMMER OF LUXE From dining at the tippy-top of the LondonHouse to cruising in a private hot-air balloon, eight ways to have the Chicago summer of your wildest dreams.

72 // HEY, BEER MAN! Nobody enjoys summer in Chicago—aka peak beer-drinking season—more than Corona marketing king Jim Sabia.

74 // WORD UP!

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Soon-to-open MCA restaurant Marisol will beckon with artful dishes like dry-aged beef with spring onions and black currant vinaigrette.

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Thanks to the new American Writers Museum (and a slew of summer-perfect releases from local authors), the city is having a serious literary moment.

76 // OH, HONEY! From the city’s first meadery to a luxe beauty line, Chicago’s honey scene is suddenly buzzing.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHELLE LEATHERBY (THOMAS); RUSSELL JENKINS, COURTESY OF RAVINIA (LAWNCIERGE); CAROLINA MARIANA RODRIGUEZ (DISH)

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CONTENTS 78 // GIRL ON FIRE Jeff Award-winning singer/ actress Bethany Thomas is moving beyond musical theater in a big way.

80 // THINK PINK Summer’s favorite sip has matured into a wine for all seasons.

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This summer, fashion takes a maritime twist.

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85 // COCO’S GOT A BRAND NEW BAG The simply named Gabrielle is Chanel’s first new handbag line in six years.

86 // MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Runway romance reigns supreme as summer accessories cast their spell.

88 // BEAUTY QUEEN Ulta Beauty CEO Mary Dillon shares the passions that keep her inspired and on the move.

92 // NOT YOUR AVERAGE JOE It’s streetwear season in the city, and nobody does it like Joe Freshgoods.

94 // BRING ON BIKINI SEASON! Thanks to slimming new treatments from Chicago doctors, getting your ultimate beach bod just got a whole lot easier.

The best of auto-inspired and racing watches hit the open road with speed and style.

98 // SUMMER LOVE Ampersand Heart’s denim and stripes are a summer must, says style arbiter Ikram Goldman.

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SUMMER 2017

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No fear: Multitalented Illinois native and Fear Factor host Chris “Ludacris” Bridges is embracing the limelight.

FEATURES 100 // THE LUDACRIS FACTOR From multiplatinum rapper and Fast and Furious actor to host of MTV’s summer sure thing Fear Factor, Illinois native Ludacris has become a pop culture superstar—and he’s just getting started.

104 // COME SAIL AWAY Awash in unflappable red, white, and blue, we ring in the dog days of the American summer.

Never wavering, always timeless, nautical prep is the perpetual look of the season.

SPACE

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY ZACK ARIAS

115 // GARDENS OF EDEN

CONTENTS

SUMMER 2017 118 // RENT TO OHH! Fifield Companies stakes its claim as Chicago’s luxury rental leader with the debut of sleek residential tower The Sinclair.

122 // TREE HUGGERS Stunning handmade furniture from family-owned Elko Hardwoods gives chic new life to Midwestern trees.

124 // HOSTEL TAKEOVER!

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The Freehand Chicago kickstarted the city’s booming boutique hostel scene.

The city’s hospitality scene gets an edgy reset, as a crop of haute hostels has opened their doors in Chicago.

THE SOURCE 127 // SCENE. STYLE.SPACE

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Posh amenities like this resident lounge at Luxe on Chicago have made Fifield Companies’ properties some of the most in-demand rentals in the city.

From bars and restaurants to boutiques, spas, fine hotels, and more, your ultimate guide to the Windy City.

BLOCK PARTY From Major League Soccer to big-time festivals, these 10 Michigan Avenue-approved events are guaranteed to burn up your fave Chicago feeds this season.

on the cover: Ludacris Photography by Zack Arias

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Growing up, gardening was a chore. On summer afternoons, my father would summon me from my air-conditioned comfort in front of the TV to join him at his sun-drenched plot, where I weeded, watered, and helped pick what seemed a never-ending harvest of corn, potatoes, onions, and watermelons. I considered it such a hassle—the heat, the insects, the heavy sacks of tomatoes and zucchini I had no interest in eating—but even as a moody 15-year-old, I couldn’t help but respect my father’s uncanny ability to work magic with the soil.

Now? Gardening is my jam.

I tend kale and tomatoes and peppers and cucumbers in a plot of my own (thanks, @peterson garden), and watching it all grow under the Chicago sun has become one of the highlights of my summer.

That’s the joy of life in this town: We’re an urban jungle, but also a gigantic garden with green space for days—and

summer sees Chicago at its most verdant, from the expanse of Grant Park to the planters lining Michigan Avenue. Our motto may be “City in a Garden,” but come summer it may as well be “Garden of Eden” for as lush, alive, and downright paradisical as the city feels.

In this issue, we celebrate those great green spaces, and everything that makes peak season in Chicago beyond compare: buzzy new food and drink destinations like Marisol at the MCA (page 65); trendy new fashions like streetwear from Joe Freshgoods (page 92); and eight wildly over-the-top ways to fill your days, from helicopter tours to air balloon rides—even glamping on Northerly Island (page 68).

Whether you’re a gardener or not, this summer there’s no place else you’ll want to be.

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Change is inevitable and exciting—no more so than in the publishing world, where new trends, technologies, and strategies are shaping the direction of the industry. Case in point: I couldn’t be more excited to publish the inaugural issue of Michigan Avenue under our new parent company, Modern Luxury Media. Like GreenGale Publishing, Modern Luxury recognizes the need to reach readers and support business partners in an unparalleled way.

It’s with great enthusiasm that we can now call other Chicago-based titles our siblings—all while remaining an independent entity, true to our creative, editorial, and strategic vision. This new collaboration with other Modern Luxury titles, formerly competitors, enables Michigan Avenue to publish more frequently with the high level of quality our readers have come to enjoy since I launched the magazine back in 2008.

While disruption and evolution is the standard, some traditions remain: On July 15, we’ll hold our sixth annual

summer soirée, Ashore Thing, at Navy Pier’s East End Plaza. This event has grown into a staple experience, which couldn’t have happened without the continued support of presenting sponsor BMO Harris.

Watching the Chicago Yacht Club’s Race to Mackinac kickoff with Beam Suntory, MillerCoors, Château d’Esclans, Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams, and our other partners is “Summertime Chi” at its best. Join the conversation at #ashorething and learn more at michiganavemag.com/ ashorething.

Another tradition is our fourth annual Project Windows Contest, whose victors we’ll toast at Le Bar at the Sofitel in July. This is a highlight that’s not to be missed. Keep up with the action and vote for your favorite Gauguin-inspired window at michigan avemag.com/project-windows-2017.

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Amanda Williams

Paula Fasseas

Amber Stocks

Helena Almeida

Jason Chan

Daniel Pilkey

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Dr. Arpen Patel

Liz Pearce

Larry Burdick

Kevin O’Hare

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Jessica Stockholder

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Thomas Rhett

Nora Gainer

Paula Scrofano

Nichole Williamson

Dennis Watkins

David Leggett

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Joe Maddon

The night after the Chicago Cubs’ thrilling home opener win at Wrigley Field, team manager Joe Maddon celebrated his Late Spring Michigan Avenue cover with a rollicking party presented by Wintrust at Ocean Cut. Sponsored

by Bob Loquercio Auto Group, the 500-guest fête featured Corona Extra beer and specialty sips by Maker’s Mark and Effen Vodka, plus a custom photo wall and a VIP skydeck lounge outfitted by Kehoe Designs. Enthused the defending World Series champ, “You people know how to throw a party!"

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JOE MADDON COVER PARTY Michigan Avenue partnered with Wintrust and Bob Loquercio Auto Group to celebrate Late Spring issue cover star Joe Maddon with a soirée at Ocean Cut. “Anybody that touched up that photo of me on the cover, you guys are geniuses,” quipped the three-time Manager of the Year to the convivial 500-guest crowd.

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Zach Xanders, Megan Mafucci, and Heather Sullivan

POWER PLAYERS

Dana Wiliams and Daynor Carman

Nearly 150 invitees gathered at the Park Hyatt to honor Michigan Avenue’s Late Spring issue Power Players. During the affair, partygoers imbibed specialty Effen Vodka cocktails and got glam with Mario Tricoci hand and nail services.

Guests enjoyed hand and nail services by Mario Tricoci.

Sararose Krenger, Elena Bobysheva, Michael Del Piero, Candice Stewart Collison, Haley Stone, and Liz Williams

Tamron Hall and Adam Richman

Art Smith and Rochelle Trotter

Linda Novick O’Keefe, JJ Johnson, Anita Lo, Brad Kilgore, and Fabio Viviani

COMMON THREADS CHEF TAKEOVER Common Threads kicked off its five-city Chef Takeover series at Prime & Provisions Steakhouse in the Loop. The event featured a five-course dinner created by renowned chefs, including Fabio Vivani, JJ Johnson, and Dana Cree. All proceeds from the event benefited Common Threads programs, which bring health and wellness to students, families, and communities through cooking and nutrition education.

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Marc Nuara and Serafin Alvarado Sari Zernich Worsham and Scott Worsham

Daryn Alexus, Erica Williams, and Beth Peterson

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DC Crenshaw, Jacki Hydock, and Jason Erkes

Pawel Drozda and Ellie Hottinger

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INVITED

Yvette Karaba and Linda Bergonia Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Mary B. Galvin Aaron Renteria, Matt McCartt, Yumi Kanazawa, and Valentino Moneglia Zamora

JOFFREY SPRING GALA The Women’s Board of the Joffrey Ballet hosted more than 700 guests, including Mayor Rahm Emanuel and honoree Mary B. Galvin, for its annual spring fundraiser.

After an exclusive performance at the Auditorium Theater of Roosevelt University, guests proceeded to the Palmer House Hilton for a cocktail reception in the hotel’s Red Lacquer Room and capped the evening with dinner in the Grand Ballroom.

Ashley Wheater, Zach Lazar, and Greg Cameron

Jon Janott and Elizabeth Price

Roger and Sandy Deromedi

Michael Favia

Krystal and Roy Robertson-Harris

GUCCI TAILORING EVENT

Marc Moran and Jennifer Long

Christopher Kent

Will Dron

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A sartorial set gathered at Gucci’s Michigan Avenue store for an invite-only in-store reception.

Throughout the evening, guests sipped bubbly and enjoyed specialty fare by three-Michelinstar chef Massimo Bottura while sampling the brand’s DIY and Pre-Fall 2017 tailoring services.

Dr. Julius Few and Jess Keys

Sophie Bross and Melissa Skoog Dunagan with Donnie and Estelle Madia

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAN REST (SPRING GALA); JEFF SCHEAR (GUCCI)

John Gorey and Catherine De Orio

INVITED CHARITY REGISTER

Caryl Stern

OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE. 31ST ANNUAL HOUSE & GARDEN WALK

What: Tour stunning homes on the North Shore to support The Chicago Lighthouse in its mission to serve children and adults who are blind, visually impaired, or disabled.

When: June 22, 9:30 AM Where: North Shore Congregation Israel, 1185 Sheridan Road, Glencoe Tickets: chicagolighthouse.org/event/ houseandgarden

Susie and Joe Silich

GILDAPALOOZA

What: Live music, food, drinks, and raffle prizes highlight this lively annual event by Gilda’s Club Chicago, which provides resources for men, women, and children impacted by cancer.

When: July 13, 7 PM Where: Columbia Yacht Club, 111 N. Lake Shore Dr. Tickets: 312-464-9900; gildasclub chicago.org

UNICEF HOPE GALA More than 500 guests gathered as the Midwest Regional Office of UNICEF USA hosted its 10th annual UNICEF Hope Gala. The event, held at The Geraghty, raised more than $1,000,000 to support UNICEF’s work of supporting children around the world. Attendees enjoyed a raffle, seated dinner, live auction emceed

by Jeff Brown, and performances by the Ken Arlen Evolution Orchestra.

PAWS BEACH PARTY

What: Enjoy a social summer evening with animal lovers and their furry companions while supporting PAWS’s programs dedicated to saving homeless pets.

When: July 20, 6 PM Where: Castaways at North Avenue Beach, 1603 N. Lake Shore Dr. Tickets: pawschicago.org/events-dogtraining/fundraising-events/ beach-party-event

Jeff Brown

Ken Arlen Evolution Orchestra

Erin Delawalla, Jeff Feste, and Iliana Alvarenga John Luce

What: Hosted by the Ravinia’s Women’s Board, this performance fundraiser benefits Ravinia and its Reach*Teach*Play education programs, which support more than 75,000 students.

When: July 29, 5 PM Where: 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park Tickets: raviniawb.org/gala/gala-2017 SHINE & DINE 2017

Norman Gregory, Beck Williams, Jude Fitzgerald, and Vincent Frascogna

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What: Indulge at tasting stations from Chicago’s top eateries to raise funds for Step Up’s mentorship programs for girls.

When: August 10, 6 PM Where: Revel Fulton Market, 1215 W. Fulton Market Tickets: suwn.org/events/chicago/event/492

PHOTOGRAPHY BY GUSTAVO CABALLERO/GETTY IMAGES/UNICEF USA

RAVINIA GALA

INVITED

Stefanie McNamara and Jesse Gerstein

Marc and Maureen Schulman

Adam Sachs and Sara Kearney

JAMES BEARD PREGAME LOUNGE SAVEUR toasted the James Beard Foundation Awards with a custom Pregame Lounge in the Water Tower Suite at the Park Hyatt. During the foodie fête, which featured blowouts from Mario Tricoci and hot shaves from Merchant & Rhoades, guests mixed and mingled with Editor-in-Chief Adam Sachs while noshing on small plates by NoMI Kitchen executive chef Edward Sura.

Ellen Bennett and Jean Armstrong

Chad Brauze and Lauren Young

Jonathan Campbell

Michael and Maggie Harrington with Kenya Saldierna and Arturo Alvarez

Bastian Schweinsteiger

SOCCER & STYLE

Chicago Fire players walk the runway.

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Cheryl Scott

The Chicago Fire held its fifth annual style showcase benefiting the team’s foundation at ROOF on theWit. Bastian Schweinsteiger, David Accam, and Arturo Alvarez were among the players to showcase the newest pieces from the evening’s featured brand, Banana Republic.

Heather Larson and Amie Monreal

David Accam

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MATT TAYLOR-GROSS/SAVEUR (JAMES BEARD LOUNGE); COURTESY CHICAGO FIRE (SOCCER & STYLE)

Jen Davidson and Jonathan Waxman

INVITED

Chicago Opera Theater Young Artists

CHICAGO OPERA THEATER GALA

Kuang-Hao Huang and Patrice Michaels

Jim Ginsburg

Bhaskaran Swaminathan, Linden Christ, Myrna Mesa, and Connie Sulkin

The Harris Theater for Music and Dance hosted more than 150 guests for the Chicago Opera Theater’s Gala and End of Season Celebration. The affair, which generated more than $140,000 for the theater’s education initiatives, immediately followed the season’s final performance of The Perfect American by legendary composer Philip Glass, who was on hand for the celebration.

Queta Bauer

Carlos Cardenas, Sandra Cisneros, David Martinez, Alma Velazquez, and Carlos Tortolero

J.B. Pritzker

Edith Diaz and Dusty Stemer Leah Hope, Diana Palomar, and Elda de la Rosa

GALA DE ARTE The National Museum of Mexican Art rang in 30 years with a “Viva la Vida”-themed black-tie fundraiser.

Emceed by ABC’s Tanja Babich and sponsored by BMO Harris, the evening recognized Chicago-born author Sandra Cisneros with the Arthur R. Velasquez Award.

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Alyssa Chico and Jonah Ravine

Anna Valencia and Reyahd Kazmi

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JUSTIN BARBIN (CHICAGO OPERA THEATER); MAGALI RANGEL (GALA DE ARTE)

Justin Ryan, Philip Glass, and Andreas Mitisek

Gael Neeson and Stefan Edlis

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FENDI FASHION AT THE MCA

Invitees mingled in the MCA lobby.

Kristina Berteska and Sarah Davis

Zaccheo Manzoni and Olivia Millot

Melissa Marino and Jessica McHale

Saks Fifth Avenue invited a VIP crowd to preview Fendi’s Fall 2017 collection with an exclusive runway show at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Attendees unwound over a preshow cocktail reception before taking in the line’s latest womenswear.

Guests admired the latest looks from Fendi.

Lindsay Carlton, Katie Meehan, and Emily Reynolds

Richard Lariviere

Allison Schmitt, Frannie Hess, Donna Keller, and Trish Farrell

WOMEN IN SCIENCE LUNCHEON The Women’s Board of the Field Museum hosted nearly 400 guests for an afternoon of programming and fundraising. Following a moderated discussion between Ambassador Fay Hartog-Levin and keynote speaker Ilene S. Gordon, invitees enjoyed lunch in the museum’s Stanley Field Hall on the way to garnering more than $225,000 for the museum’s education programs for young women.

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Guests enjoyed lunch in Stanley Field Hall.

Ambassador Fay Hartog-Levin and Ilene S. Gordon

Susan Clark McBride

Kendell Anderson, Kelli Klauber, and Mary Jo Weis

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SUM LAU/SUMPHOTO (FENDI); KYLE FLUBACKER (WOMEN IN SCIENCE LUNCHEON)

Pam Moss, Nena Ivon, and Doug Moss

INVITED Jessa and Ryan Baker

Jeff and Nicole Cantalupo

Holly Buckendahl and Mark Giangreco

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE GALA More than 700 guests were welcomed to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana’s 40th Anniversary Gala at The Geraghty. The event raised nearly $950,000 for the charity, ensuring the continued success of RHMCCNI’s five houses, three family rooms, care mobile program, and scholarship program. Attendees enjoyed drinks and dinner before emcee Mark Giangreco kicked off the evening’s program, which included a performance by Spoken Four.

Michael Giambrone and Sheila Musolino

Michael and Ashlee Thompson

Steve and Randy Fifield

Mark Roscoe, Ellie Cotey, Jennifer Worman, and Wendy Krimins

Bogdan and Mira Horoszowski

Lisa Allen and Jerry Nunn

DRIEHAUS AWARDS FOR FASHION EXCELLENCE

First-place winner Anna Loosli's designs stole the show.

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More than 400 guests packed Vintage Studios for the Driehaus Design Initiative’s 16th annual fashion fundraiser.

Hosted by Inese and Richard H. Driehaus, the affair generated more than $140,000 and featured looks from 25 student collections, including the evening's winning designs, by Anna Loosli of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Nora Dunn, Peach Carr, and Sylvia Perez

Amanda Rivera and Christine Chiu

Carrie McMahon, Richard Driehaus, Anna Loosli, and Verneccia Etienne

PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICEE MARTIN (RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE GALA); KASIA JAROSZ AND ALLEN BOURGEOIS (DRIEHAUS AWARDS)

Michael and Heidi Kotynek

INVITED

Michelle Elfvin, Katie Schuppler, Tali Kogan, and Andrea Levoff

Blake Von D and Hayet Rida

Shalice Noel and Anna Wisniewski

Models showcased the luxe new line.

Bling was bountiful at Tiffany's HardWear event.

Monika Pardala and Tek Chung

TIFFANY HARDWEAR CELEBRATION Tiffany & Co. toasted its latest collection, HardWear, with a reception at Morgan’s on Fulton.

During the celebration, guests imbibed cocktails and nibbled light bites while snapping photos with the evening’s cohost, fashion and lifestyle blogger Shalice Noel.

Michelle Fries and Donna Mondi

Ali Stone, Emily Rawls, and Ashley Hutchinson

Florals dotted the Mag Mile space.

Kathryn Sullivan Alvera and Elaine Barnes

VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUNCH Moët Hennessy USA Champagne specialist Meryl Muldoon led an afternoon of imbibing at Sophie’s at Saks Fifth Avenue. During brunch, partygoers sipped Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label and Rosé to beats by DJ Matt Roan.

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Johanna M. Cook, Lillian Mirpuri, and Sha Panganiban

DJ Matt Roan

Meryl Muldoon

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JEFF SCHEAR (TIFFANY); EDGAR OVALLE (VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUNCH)

Hanlelore Mui, Elisabeth Iwanicki, and Lynn Hollins

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SCENE EVERYBODY ’S TALKING ABOUT...

M IS FOR MARISOL

PHOTOGRAPHY BY CAROLINA MARIANA RODRIGUEZ, © MCA CHICAGO (DISHES); PETER MCCULLOUGH, © MCA CHICAGO (EXTERIOR); CAROLINA MARIANA RODRIGUEZ (HAMMEL); RENDERING BY TOM HANCOCKS (RESTAURANT)

THE MCA’S HOTLY ANTICIPATED RESTAURANT IS SET TO BE THE CHICAGO FOODIE DESTINATION FOR SUMMER. BY AMBER GIBSON

Part of a major redesign for the Museum of Contemporary Art’s 50th anniversary, vibrant new restaurant Marisol is poised to become a destination in its own right. Here’s the scoop.

The Name: Marisol Escobar (1930–2016) was a VenezuelanFrench artist known for playful wooden sculptures blending pop and folk art, including portraits of Andy Warhol and John Wayne.

Warhol and Escobar were close friends, and she appeared in his films The Kiss and 13 Most Beautiful Women. In 1968, she also gave the MCA its first artwork, Six Women, initiating the museum’s now worldclass collection of contemporary art.

The Inspo: “Marisol was an independent, spirited, brilliant woman and artist,” says chef Jason Hammel. “The strength and humanity in her work resonate with [me] as a chef.”

Set the Scene: Art, food, and design intertwine to inspire dialogue and community in a warm, inviting space. Immersive works by British artist Chris Ofili include window etchings and a massive mural centerpiece.

Dig In: “We’re cooking with depth of flavor, brightness, and color to accent the natural forms of ingredients,” Hammel says.

Drink Up: Natural wines complement the lighter palate, while an extensive aperitif list is ideal for before or after museum events. 205 E. Pearson St., 312280-2660; marisolchicago.com

From chef Jason Hammel (BOTTOM RIGHT), tempting options at new MCA restaurant Marisol (BELOW RIGHT) include prawns roasted in walnut oil with Tardivo radicchio (HERE) and steamed swordfish with sunflower seeds and English peas (BOTTOM LEFT).

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SCENE HOTTEST TICKET

HIGHER GROUND THE RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS HEAT UP THE UNITED CENTER FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 20 YEARS.

With more than 80 million records sold worldwide, six Grammy Awards, and a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, one might not expect the Red Hot Chili Peppers to suddenly start singing a different tune. But after more than three decades of success, the band has done just that with its latest album, The Getaway, which Chicagoans can hear live when the band takes over the United Center on June 30 and July 1.

Released last year, the 13-track studio album was produced by Brian “Danger Mouse” Burton, who introduced a new creative process that involved writing together in the studio and playing to a click track, according to an Entertainment Weekly interview with lead singer Anthony Kiedis.

The new approach worked like magic, with the album debuting at number two on the Billboard 200 and number one on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums chart, while the first single, “Dark Necessities,” became the band’s 13th number-one on the Alternative Songs chart.

Still, there’s nothing quite like hearing Kiedis & Co. kill it onstage. Along with other new Getaway tracks, like “Sick Love” (featuring Elton John on the keys), there’s no doubt you’ll also hear classics like “Scar Tissue” and “Give It Away” when the Chili Peppers take Chicago.

Summer just got a whole lot hotter.

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Windy City spice: Flea (ON BASS), Anthony Kiedis (WITH MIC), and Chad Smith (ON DRUMS) of the Red Hot Chili Peppers will kick off Chicago’s summer concert season when they rock the United Center not once but twice, on June 30 and July 1.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICK KERN/GETTY IMAGES

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SUMMER OF LUXE

FROM DINING À DEUX AT THE TIPPY-TOP OF THE LONDONHOUSE TO CRUISING OVER ILLINOIS FARMLAND IN A PRIVATE HOT-AIR BALLOON, EIGHT WAYS TO HAVE THE SUMMER OF YOUR WILDEST DREAMS IN CHICAGO.

BY HEIDI MITCHELL

2. CRUISE THE THIRD COAST:

Cross sailing the Great Lakes off your bucket list. The all-balcony Pearl Mist hosts just 200 passengers per trip (book Category R, whose state rooms clock in at 425 square feet, not counting the balcony), and hits ports of call like Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Georgian Bay during its 11-night sailings. On board, expect upscale cuisine and sophisticated entertainment. The best part? You’ll never need to board a plane, and you’ll only unpack once. $5,180– $10,000 per person; greatlakescruising.com

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3. FLOAT ABOVE THE CLOUDS:

A town car will pick two of you up just before dawn to make the 50-mile journey to Hampshire’s Nostalgia Ballooning facility. Join the team as they inflate your personal flotation device, then hop into the basket and soar above the tree line, the patchwork of farmland, and the fluffy clouds. Expect to cover five to seven miles at an altitude of 2,000 feet—from which, on a clear day, you can see Lake Michigan and the spires of Willis Tower. An hour later, celebrate on solid ground with a Champagne toast. Balloon ride plus car service for two, $1,496; nostalgiaballooning.com 4. GLAMPING IN THE CITY:

Chicago Parks Foundation brings back last summer’s popular Camp Northerly— the only opportunity to camp (legally) in style in the city’s beloved parks. Just 200 campers arrive to pre-pitched tents at Northerly Island Park then spend the evening dining family-style, sipping Goose Island beer, swaying to live music around a campfire, and playing glow-in-thedark bocce. In the morning, Dark Matter coffee, Beermosas, and a hot breakfast provide fuel for sunrise yoga and paddleboarding. The cleanup? It’s taken care of.

August 11; $250 for two; chicagoparksfoundation.org

Double your pleasure: Chicago Helicopter Experience’s premier summer tour features a leisurely river cruise followed by a skyline tour by copter.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RYAN SJOSTROM. OPPOSITE PAGE: COURTESY OF NOSTALGIA BALLOONING (BALLOONS); BY JAMES NOVOTNY (RADICALS); LARRY BUSACCA/GETTY IMAGES (CROW); KARL KNAPP (POLO); WILLA LANG, COURTESY OF CHICAGO PARKS FOUNDATION (CAMP NORTHERLY); RUSSELL JENKINS, COURTESY OF RAVINIA (LAWNCIERGE)

Summer in Chicago is heaven on any budget—but when money is no object, it can be downright life-changing. To take the season over the top, indulge in these eight ultimate Windy City experiences.

1. BY LAND AND BY AIR: Meet four of your BFFs for a catered happy hour by the river at the Chicago City Winery, then board a boat for a private hour-long voyage along the south branch of the Chicago River. Once you’re done gazing up at the canyon of historic buildings, look down on the city’s landmarks during a crazy-cool skyline tour courtesy of Chicago Helicopter Experience. $4,000 for up to five passengers; chetours.com

Learn to race like a pro at Autobahn. below: Equestrian action at Oak Brook Polo Club. bottom: Glamping at Camp Northerly.

Get above it all in a private ride with Nostalgia Ballooning.

With Ravinia’s deluxe Lawncierge, you can catch headline acts like Sheryl Crow (inset above) in over-the-top fashion.

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Cruise the Great Lakes like royalty on the Pearl Mist, or (at right and below) enjoy astonishing views of the Chicago River with an extraordinary dinner in the rooftop cupola at LondonHouse.

5. DINNER WITH A VIEW: Have the chefs at chic LondonHouse orchestrate a memorable meal served in The Cupola, the domed roof terrace at the very top of the Loop hotel. Start with cocktails at sundown before settling into an 18-course menu crafted to your own specifications. Engagement ring optional. Dinner for two from $6,000; londonhouse.com 6. A TASTE OF POLO: Learn the basics of the “sport of kings” during the summer season at Arranmore Farm and Polo Club and Oak Brook Polo Club. On game days, up to 12 can arrive before the big event and whack some balls from life-size wooden horses with the guidance of Argentine polo professionals like Horacio Onetto and Tomas Obregon.

Then take your sofa seat and watch the match field-side, while a catered, boozy lunch is laid before you. (Might we suggest the traditional Pimm’s Chukker?). $8,000 for up to 12 guests; chicago-polo.com 7. RAVINIA LUXE: Don’t stress

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about getting a good seat or packing the perfect picnic—just hook yourself up with Ravinia’s Lawncierge. Along with prime reserved loungers and guaranteed shade beneath a tent, fans of Stevie Nicks, John Legend, or Sheryl Crow (some of the summer’s big names) are free to indulge in the open bar, grill stations, and dessert tableau of this private viewing area. Single tickets $300; ravinia.org 8. GO, SPEEDRACER, GO: Rarely do mere mortals get to ride in a coveted ($100,000) Radical race car. But at the Autobahn Car Club, members grant guests use of their own vehicles, while the club provides a racing pro to sit shotgun as he trains them along the 2.2-mile technical track in Joliet. Don’t worry, the instructor has his own brake and control, so go ahead—open that baby up to 130 mph. “The speed will pin back your ears,” says the Autobahn’s Ron Dabisch.

Full-day Radical Racing School $2,800; with round-trip helicopter transport from Chicago, $4,100; autobahncc.com

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NOBODY ENJOYS SUMMER IN CHICAGO—AKA PEAK BEER-DRINKING SEASON—MORE THAN CORONA MARKETING KING JIM SABIA.

BY J.P. ANDERSON

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Beer marketing guru Jim Sabia (pictured at Virgin Hotel Chicago rooftap bar Cerise) has helped keep brands like Corona and Modelo at the top; the Michigan Avenue bridge, one of Sabia’s must-stroll summer spots; and the roof deck at River North’s East Bank Club, where Sabia takes respite in a daily workout.

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“Summer is go time for us,” says Constellation Brands CMO Jim Sabia.

As the marketing guru for brands like Corona and Modelo Especial—the country’s number-one and -two imported beers, respectively—Sabia knows the season is crucial to his success for the year. Now, as Corona celebrates its 20th anniversary at the top, the

56-year-old Northfield resident shares how he makes the most of the city’s peak months.

Seize the season: “I’ve never seen a city embrace summer like Chicago. It’s like, ‘We only have 120 days of this, we have to do everything we possibly can.’ It’s fun to watch.”

Summer stress release: “I

leave my house every morning at 6 and go to the East Bank Club (500 N. Kingsbury St., 312-5275800; eastbankclub.com).

That hour, hour-and-a-half workout is mine. [It lets me] get into my own space and think.”

Essential sights: “Walk Michigan Avenue, from the top down to the Chicago River. It’s vibrant,

people are out, and what the city does with flowers and plants is amazing. And you have to see the lake.”

Swing time: “I have two boys who are 12 and 14, and on summer weekends I’ll play nine holes at the Glen View Club (100 Golf Road, Golf, 847-729-6500; glenviewclub.com) with each of them individually. It’s a great time to connect.”

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DON’T MISS SUMMER’S “WARM-HEARTED, WELCOME DOSE OF LOVE AND LAUGHTER” —Los Angeles Times

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THIS SUMMER, RELIVE THE FIREWORKS OF FIRST-TIME LOVE. On July 4, fireworks aren’t the only flames burning for 16-year-old Richard Miller—whose passion for poetry is rivaled only by affection for Muriel, the girl of his dreams. When her father forbids the young couple from dating, Richard embarks on an evening of unexpected rebellion. Eugene O’Neill’s comedy delightfully captures the bliss, adventure and angst of young romance.

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WORD UP! THANKS TO THE NEW AMERICAN WRITERS MUSEUM (NOT TO MENTION A SLEW OF SUMMER-PERFECT RELEASES FROM CHICAGO AUTHORS), THE CITY’S LITERARY SCENE IS HAVING A SERIOUS MOMENT.

With interactive exhibits and galleries focusing on authors both local and national—including (above, from left) Eudora Welty, James Baldwin, and Zora Neale Hurston—the new American Writers Museum is an ode to the written word on Michigan Avenue.

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If language is a living thing, ever morphing to meet the ways we communicate, writing is right there giving shape to voices of every sort. The newly opened American Writers Museum (AWM) chronicles and celebrates the individuals whose way with words create a richly layered national expression. Encompassing the canon and the common, from poetry and novels to journalism and comic books, Chicago’s latest cultural institution is no old-school athenaeum.

“We’re not putting books under glass,” assures museum president Carey Cranston. “The AWM is very interactive, more like a science museum than a library.”

The exhibits—developed by Boston’s Amaze Design—include a map that allows visitors to plug in a ZIP code and learn about writers from their neck of the woods, and Word Waterfall, an art-like installation of imagery and sound spun of passages from famous works. AWM programming will include readings, workshops, and temporary exhibitions, such as an inaugural display featuring the 120-foot long roll of paper on which Jack Kerouac typed his generationdefining novel On the Road. Like a good book, the American Writers Museum is bound to be revisited, again and again. 180 N. Michigan Ave., Second Fl., 312374-8790; americanwriters museum.org

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BY THOMAS CONNORS

GOOD READS: 5 BEACH-READY NEW RELEASES FROM CHICAGO AUTHORS

The best of summer is simple: sun, sand, burgers, ballgames—and a good read for those days when all you want is a little alone time in a gently swaying hammock. Happily, our hometown scribblers have just the thing. Christina Henry, whose best-selling Alice reimagined the adventures of Lewis Carroll’s little girl, works her magic on J.M. Barrie with her Peter Pan prequel, Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook (Berkley Books, $16). And for Millennials struggling with the whole adulting thing, writer/ comedian Andy Boyle spells it all out in Adulthood for Beginners (TarcherPerigee, $16). The Readymade Thief (Viking, $26), a debut novel from University of Chicago creative writing professor Augustus Rose, pits a 17-year-old against a cult of Marcel Duchamp enthusiasts whose aims are anything but artistic. Marcus Sakey imagines his own odd reality in the Chicago-set Afterlife (Thomas & Mercer, $16), which has already been optioned by Ron Howard and Brian Glazer’s Imagine Entertainment. “My characters wander an abandoned Magnificent Mile, ‘shopping’ by smashing the glass and taking whatever they like,” shares Sakey.

“They make a home at the Langham Hotel, dragging furniture to the street to host heavily-armed block parties before crashing in the suites.” And Scott Turow fans will want to grab a copy of his latest, Testimony (Grand Central Publishing, $28), in which he takes readers to the International Criminal Court in The Hague, where a US prosecutor investigates the disappearance of a refugee camp during the Bosnian War. All that is to say: Slap on the sunscreen and get reading.

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OH, HONEY! FROM THE CITY’S FIRST MEADERY TO A LUXE BEAUTY LINE, CHICAGO’S HONEY SCENE IS SUDDENLY BUZZING.

Forget agave—the sweetest new trend in Chicago is honey, and three businesses in particular are helping locals get a taste. Taking a cue from Chicago’s booming beer scene, Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery (9030 S. Hermitage Ave., 773-233-7579; wildblossommeadery .com) specializes in handcrafted mead, aka honey wine. “People [try mead] and are like, ‘Wow, what was I missing?’” says owner Greg Fischer, who compares the flavor to cider and who brews more than 20 variations of the stuff, from cranberry to hot chili pepper. Fischer’s new tasting room in Beverly also includes a whopping 14,000-squarefoot patio, set to open in June.

“Chicago has some of the finest nectar sources in the world,” says Sydney Barton, operations manager for Chicago Honey Co-op (2000 W. Carroll Ave., 312-5088142; chicagohoneycoop.com), which gives locals hands-on experience with beekeeping and beehive maintenance. From late July to early October, Chicagoans can sample the co-op’s own honey at destinations like Green City Market and the Logan Square farmers market.

In the beauty realm, Sweet Beginnings (a North Lawndale nonprofit that helps former offenders transition back into society) now crafts a honey-infused skincare line, beelove (beelovebuzz.com), with products like triple-butter lip balm and Nourish & Smooth body cream. Why honey? Says executive director and CEO Brenda Palms Barber, “As a natural emulsifier, honey keeps even the roughest skin moisturized—and it never spoils.”

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“CHICAGO HAS SOME OF THE FINEST NECTAR SOURCES IN THE WORLD.” —sydney barton

Sweet on Chicago: Local companies are embracing the honey trend with everything from beekeeping classes to beauty products and more.

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BY SAMANTHA STAHL

A BEACH ON EVERY CAN. ONLY THIS SUMMER.

Please drink responsibly. ®

Corona Extra Beer. Imported by Crown Imports, Chicago, IL.

SCENE BREAKOUT

GIRL ON FIRE

All ears on her: Chicago singer/actress Bethany Thomas—pictured here in performance at Humboldt Park hot spot the California Clipper—is proving that she can belt with the best of them.

Bethany Thomas has talent for days—and serious range, with credits ranging from Second City and Chicago Shakespeare to the Marriott Theatre, where she won a Jeff Award for Porgy and Bess. Now, the Kenosha, Wisconsin, native is garnering serious attention as a rock and soul singer, with the recent release of her debut EP, First; an upcoming album with her band, Jon Langford’s Four Lost Souls; and a five-night run of concerts this summer at Steppenwolf Theatre.

Thomas’s musical hustle? “It’s out of necessity,” insists the Humboldt Park resident. “I love singing and storytelling, and interpreting songs is my best way [to do that].” That has meant singing anything from Linda Ronstadt to Bowie, anywhere from a bit part on Empire to a church that met at a Days Inn—and now, one of the most respected stages in Chicago.

Stardom may be just around the corner, but Thomas still appreciates the joys of simply performing. “Here I am in a hotel conference room singing a James Taylor song for $75 because ‘Oh my god, I need [to sing],’” she says. “And you get waffles, which is wonderful.” “An Evening with Bethany Thomas and Friends” runs June 16–17; “How to Be a Rock Critic,” featuring Bethany Thomas, runs July 6–8. Both at Steppenwolf Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted St., 312-3351650; steppenwolf.org

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WITH SUMMER CONCERTS AT STEPPENWOLF AND AN UPCOMING ALBUM WITH JON LANGFORD'S FOUR LOST SOULS, AWARD-WINNING SINGER/ACTRESS BETHANY THOMAS IS MOVING BEYOND MUSICAL THEATER IN A BIG WAY. BY JOHN DUGAN

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THINK PINK SUMMER’S FAVORITE SIP HAS MATURED INTO A WINE FOR ALL SEASONS. BY JULIET IZON

In the not-so-distant past, rosé wine was little more than a cheap tipple unknown outside the South of France. “You would buy it in what we call un pichet—a pitcher—like sangria,” recalls Paul Chevalier, winemaker and National Fine Wine Director at Shaw-Ross International Importers. “It didn’t even come in a bottle.” Fast forward to 2017, however, and that reputation is all but demolished.

Chevalier is partly responsible for the wine’s meteoric rise in the last decade: His championing of St.Tropez’s Château d’Esclans and its roster of outstanding rosés— Rock Angel, Les Clans, Garrus, and the ever-popular Whispering Angel—has helped propel them to the status of household names for

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any oenophile. Whispering Angel, Château d’Esclans’s delicately hued best-seller, with its refreshing palette of peach, cherry, and citrus balanced by a subtle mineral edge, actually outsells all other rosés in America by a stunning four to one.

And with good reason: Côtes de Provence rosés are made with

zero sugar, making them more drinkable and complex than those Kool-Aid-colored varieties stuck in so many wine drinkers’ imaginations. Their unique flavor also makes them a match for almost any cuisine. “The taste profile starts like a white but finishes like a red,” says Chevalier.

“Rosé is probably the most

versatile wine for pairing. It goes with light food, yes, but also Asian, spicy; it really goes across the whole spectrum.”

All of these benefits mean that rosé has morphed into a beverage that commands the same respect as Champagne. “Yes, you can have rosé by the pool, but you can have it for a celebration as well,” says Chevalier. Top event planners, like Annie Lee of boutique firm Daughter of Design (daughterofdesign.com), have noticed this shift as well. “It is synonymous with summer socializing, but is perfectly elegant enough for black-tie occasions,” she says. And for younger generations, there may be more cachet to drinking something other than standard bubbly.

“Fifty percent of Whispering Angel consumers are millennials,” says Chevalier. “They’re not obsessed with Champagne; they want rosé, and at all different occasions. They have it for Thanksgiving, for the holidays, in the evening… If you have a big bottle, it becomes a party!”

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Whispering Angel (BELOW), the flagship of Château d’Esclans’s extraordinary roster of rosés (LEFT), is the country’s best-selling rosé by four to one.

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STYLE OF THE CIT Y

COCO’S GOT A BRAND NEW BAG THE SIMPLY NAMED GABRIELLE IS CHANEL’S FIRST NEW HANDBAG LINE IN SIX YEARS.

BY CONNOR CHILDERS

THE GABRIELLE IS A DESIGN MARVEL, MERGING THE SLOUCH OF A HOBO-STYLE HANDBAG WITH A

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STRUCTURAL BOTTOM.

Freedom, comfort, functionality— these were the three requirements at the top of Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s list when she created a handbag that merged practicality with style in 1955. Her idea of dressing the modern woman still rings true, and it’s nowhere more apparent than in the new bag that bears her name.

Chanel’s creative director, Karl Lagerfeld, introduced the Gabrielle bag during the brand’s Spring 2017 runway show. It’s a design marvel, merging the slouch of a hobo-style handbag with a structural bottom, resulting in a contrasting silhouette that feels fresh and excitingly new.

In order to achieve this posh juxtaposition, the handbag is fitted on a rigid thermoformed base, and the body of the bag is crafted from light, supple quilted leather. Of course, the fashion house also has perfect taste in its muses, with Kristen Stewart, Cara Delevingne, Caroline de Maigret, and Pharrell Williams all helping to get the word out in an Instagram campaign.

Available in a range of styles (quilted backpacks, chic shoulder bags, sturdy totes, and youthful bucket bags) as well as a multitude of colorways, the Gabrielle offers endless style possibilities. We can’t help but think Coco herself would be pleased. 935 N. Michigan Ave., 312-787-5500; chanel.com

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HERE AND TOP LEFT: The new “it” bag from Chanel hit the runway at the brand’s Spring 2017 show. ABOVE: Poppy Delevingne, English model and sister of Chanel muse Cara, sports the Gabrielle backpack.

LEFT: An array of elegant Gabrielle bags ($3,000–$4,000) in mixed materials and classic colors.

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MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Earrings, DSquared2 ($465). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; dsquared.com

A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Act IV, Scene 1, a 19th-century watercolor by English illustrator Paul Hardy.

RUNWAY ROMANCE REIGNS SURPEME AS SUMMER ACCESSORIES CAST THEIR SPELL. BY FAYE POWER

18k yellow-gold, onyx, and mother-of-pearl between-the-finger Magic Alhambra ring, Van Cleef & Arpels ($6,150). 933 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-8988; vancleefarpels.com

Kan-I bag, Fendi ($2,288).

Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-9446500; fendi.com

Swarovskiembellished sandal, René Caovilla ($1,730).

Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-9446500; saks.com

Bodysuit, Rigby & Peller ($325). 900 North Michigan Shops, 312-337-8366; rigbyandpeller.com

Mirrored Lucky Butterfly, Baccarat ($175). Alioto’s, 1118 Chicago Ave., Oak Park, 708-771-5454; us.baccarat.com

Eden salad plate, Bernardaud ($190).

Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-6425900; neimanmarcus.com Le Coeur de Dior bag, Dior ($5,400). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; dior.com

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Alma platform sandal, Tory Burch ($598). 45 E. Oak St., 312-280-0010; toryburch.com

Gucci channeled magic-realist whimsy on the runway earlier this year.

Nuit de Cellophane Eau de Parfum, Serge Lutens (50ml for $150).

Barneys New York, 25 E. Oak St., 312-587-1700; barneys.com

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Petite Malle, Louis Vuitton ($4,500).

919 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-2010; louisvuitton.com

Vetro gold Champagne flute, Arte Italica ($380). Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-5900; neimanmarcus.com

STYLE STUFF OF LIFE

Reason to smile: CEO Mary Dillon (pictured here at the company’s satellite office in the Loop) has helped grow Ulta Beauty into a multibillion-dollar business.

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BEAUTY QUEEN

AS CHICAGO COSMETICS TITAN ULTA BEAUTY UNVEILS ITS FIRST MICHIGAN AVENUE OUTPOST, STAR CEO MARY DILLON SHARES THE PERSONAL PASSIONS THAT KEEP HER INSPIRED AND ON THE MOVE, IN THE WINDY CITY AND BEYOND.

BY J.P. ANDERSON

With eight straight quarters of double-digit sales growth, Bolingbrook-based Ulta Beauty has momentum any company would envy. At the helm of the multi-billion-dollar brand is savvy CEO Mary Dillon, whose experience at major players like McDonald’s, Quaker Oats, and Starbucks is paying big-time dividends for the cosmetics retailer. As Ulta opens its 999th store—a 10,000-plus-square-foot boutique on the Mag Mile—the 56-year-old local resident gets personal about what inspires her, from beauty essentials and the outdoors to making a difference in women’s lives.

Definition of beauty: “‘You but better’ is the best way I can put it; I stole this phrase from one of my daughters: ‘Just do you.’”

Must-have product: The Dyson Supersonic hair dryer.

“When you have the kind of hair I do, it takes a while to dry—and this is a game-changer.”

The Ulta advantage: “[We give] shoppers the ability to come in and touch, feel, and experience products and services, and come out feeling great and confident and having had some fun.”

Favorite destination: “Anything that involves being with my family [outdoors in]

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“IT’S ABOUT HELPING OUR GUESTS AND ASSOCIATES FIND THE PLACE THAT MAKES THEM FEEL BEAUTIFUL AND CONFIDENT AND REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.” —mary dillon

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Mary Dillon (FAR RIGHT) joins Breast Cancer Research Foundation executives at the 2015 BCRF Hot Pink Party at the Waldorf Astoria in NYC.

MAC cosmetics (TOP) and Dyson’s Supersonic hair dryer (RIGHT) are products that CEO Mary Dillon looks forward to featuring at Ulta’s new Michigan Avenue store (CENTER); Dillon’s passions include runs by the lake (LEFT) and travel to outdoorsy places, like Moab (INSET ABOVE).

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beautiful locations, like Moab, which is one of the most beautiful parts of our country.”

Ultimate luxury: “The perfect day for me is to go out and run and see the sunrise at one part of Lake Michigan—and then be in Michigan that night and see the sunset on the other side.”

Culture beat: “I was just at the Field Museum exhibit ‘Specimens,’ which brings out all the specimens that have been collected over 120 years and curates them with a beautiful, artistic view. It was one of the most interesting exhibits I’ve seen.”

Travel essential: “I always have my Mizuno running shoes.

As a working mother, I haven’t had the ability to tack on an extra day or two [to trips], but I could always get up early, throw on my Mizunos, and run around Paris or Munich or London.”

Make it better: “We’ve created the Ulta Beauty Charitable Foundation [to aid] local causes that support and help women and children. It’s important that we’re growing and doing well, but giving back is important [too].”

If I weren’t a CEO: “I think I’d be in showbiz [laughs]. If there’s ever any opportunity to get up and do karaoke or lead people in a line dance or something, I’m the first person there.”

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“I MAKE SURE TO FIND TIME TO EXERCISE, BE AWARE OF NUTRITION— AND FRANKLY, JUST HAVE SOME FUN.” —MARY DILLON

STYLE FASHION FORWARD

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IT’S STREETWEAR SEASON IN CHICAGO, AND NOBODY DOES IT LIKE JOE FRESHGOODS.

BY STEPHEN OSTROWSKI

With T-shirts proclaiming CHICAGO OVER EVERYTHING and CHICAGO LEGENDS NEVER DIE, Joe Freshgoods champions the Windy City like few other designers. Last winter’s “Thank You Obama” capsule collection brought the 30-year-old West Town resident national attention, but Freshgoods has long been a mainstay on the local streetwear scene, building cachet with cult brands Vita and DBM before adding a brick-and-mortar presence in 2013 as coproprietor of streetwear boutique Fat Tiger Workshop (fattigerworkshop.com). “I finally feel like I got my just due,” says the Austin native, who will move the West Town-based shop to a new location this summer. “So now I’m about to hit them with some crazy shit.”

Origin Story: Freshgoods began designing T-shirts in high school with the DIY ethos inherent to streetwear.

“I started buying transfer paper from Office Depot, and I’d just print an image off the Internet and print it on my T-shirts.”

One of a Kind: “I’m from Chicago, I’m black, I’m independent… I’m the only person in the world who could’ve [done] this as I did it,” he says of the “Thank You Obama” collection.

New Digs: Freshgoods plans to equip Fat Tiger Workshop’s new store with a “classroom” space for hosting educational workshops.

“Everybody has different ways of giving back to the community, and I think our biggest thing is [conversing] and just telling people they can do it [too].” joefreshgoods.com

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Signature looks from Joe Freshgoods include towels fashioned into shorts (PICTURED) and the recent “Thank You Obama” collection (as worn by hometown hero Chance the Rapper, BELOW).

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STYLE SPOTLIGHT

BRING ON BIKINI SEASON! THANKS TO TWO SLIMMING NEW TREATMENTS FROM CHICAGO DOCTORS, GETTING YOUR ULTIMATE BEACH BOD JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT EASIER.

With two innovative new procedures, Drs. Steven Bloch and Dan Krochmal are changing the way Chicagoans fight cellulite and fat.

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Rocking a bathing suit after months of winter layering can be daunting, but two Windy City physicians are aiming to change that. Plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Bloch of Body by Bloch (1160 Park Ave. W., No. 2E, Highland Park, 847432-0840; bodybybloch.com) suggests UltraShape Power, an FDA-approved ultrasound device that targets fat in those hard-to-lose places, for patients who exercise and eat well but are still 10 to 20 pounds overweight. The non-invasive procedure is administered in a series of three treatments spaced two weeks apart, and is especially effective on the stomach. “In one treatment you can treat both the upper and lower abdomen very evenly and effectively,” says Bloch.

But what about pesky cellulite you just can’t get rid of? Designed by Dr. Dan Krochmal of MAE Plastic Surgery (1535 Lake Cook Road, Ste. 211, Northbrook, 847-205-1680; mae plasticsurgery.com), Cellulite Rigotomy and Fat Transfer (CRAFT) addresses the crater-like dimples found on the buttocks and upper thigh area caused by a dense band “that has probably been present since birth,” says Krochmal. “But, as you gain weight over time, or gravity starts to kick [in], you start to see the effects.” Dr. Krochmal teases the cellulite band with a small needle until it releases, then injects fat from another part of the body to bring volume to the area with cellulite.

“Women tend to like it because they’re getting liposuction in the target areas and smoother buttocks,” says Krochmal. Did someone say pool party?

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STYLE TIME HONORED

TRACK TIME THIS SEASON, THE BEST OF AUTO-INSPIRED AND RACING WATCHES HIT THE OPEN ROAD WITH SPEED AND STYLE. BY ALDOUS TUCK

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Baume & Mercier unveiled the Clifton Club Shelby Cobra 1964 ($4,450) at this year’s SIHH in honor of Peter Brock, Ken Miles, Carroll Shelby, and the Shelby Racing Team, who designed and built the first American car to win its class at Le Mans, in 1964. The watch features an automatic Valijoux 7750 movement, a polished and satin-finished stainless steel case, and a sun-satinfinished Daytona blue dial engraved with the piece’s number—out of a limited edition of 1964. Marshall Pierce & Company, 960 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-4299; baume-etmercier.com Rolex debuted the first Cosmograph Daytona in 1963 to satisfy the demands of professional drivers.

This Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona in 18-carat white gold ($28,800), introduced this year at Baselworld, continues that automotive tradition with a self-winding mechanical chronograph movement powered by a 4130 Manufacture Rolex calibre. The watch has a 72-hour power reserve and is waterproof to 100 meters. James &

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informing some of history’s most highly engineered and iconic pieces. (In many instances, watchmakers teamed up with specific automakers, racing teams, or races to create ticking tributes to them.) Some of the world’s most illustrious brands have revisited this racing tradition for summer, debuting exceptional timepieces that double as copilots for when the need for speed strikes. For more watch features and expanded coverage go to michigan avemag.com/watchesand-jewelry.

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Sons Fine Jewelers, 1457 N. Halsted St., 773-327-8800; rolex.com The RM 11-03 Automatic Flyback Chronograph by Richard Mille ($115,000) is inspired by materials used to build Formula One cars. The Grade 5 titanium crown borrows the design of competition wheel rims and tire treads, while the grooved pushers, coated in NTPT carbon, recall pedals. The watch features a new RMAC3 automatic calibre with a flyback chronograph movement, as well as a 55-hour power reserve.

Geneva Seal, 112 E. Oak St., 312944-3100; richardmille.com Created to celebrate the new Continental Supersports, the fastest Bentleys ever built, the Breitling for Bentley Supersports B55 ($7,785), created in a limited edition of 500, made its debut at this spring’s Baselworld. The sporty chronograph features an ultralight titanium case and carbon fiber dial, as well as a connected movement with myriad motorsport functions that can connect to the user’s smartphone.

Razny Jewelers, 109 E. Oak St., 312-663-8500; breitling.com

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Automobile enthusiasts’ tight bond with timepieces dates to the earliest days of motor sports. Drivers would strap big, bulky pocket watches to their wrists to measure timing and speed, either while maneuvering new race tracks or hitting a straightaway on a dusty back road. But as car and timepiece technologies both advanced, drivers began looking to watchmakers for pieces that met their specific needs. Watch brands not only responded to this call but drew from it, with auto-design inspiration

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FOR STYLE ARBITER I RAM GOLDMAN, CHIC DENIM AND JAUNTY STRIPES FROM AMPERSAND HEART ARE THIS SEASON’S FASHION ESSENTIALS.

BY J.P. ANDERSON

With irresistible pieces like a striped jersey batwing off-the-shoulder top (left, $340) and a chic basket-weave denim A-line skirt (right, $495), New York label Ampersand Heart is a must-wear for summer, says Chicago fashion guru Ikram Goldman (inset).

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When it comes to staying fashionable this summer, boutique owner Ikram Goldman is all in for New York-based Ampersand Heart (@ampersandheart), whose folk-inspired ready-to-wear denim (including multiple pieces with striking basketweave accents) is perfectly au courant. “There’s a denim moment happening right

now,” says Goldman, “and their cuts are totally in line with what I love about fashion. It’s really just knock-around [wear]—the kind of thing you want to see yourself running around in—but in a chic way.” Goldman is also impressed by the line’s playful striped tops (“It’s a lot of fashion for something really casual,

with a great sleeve and shoulder shape”), and envisions stylish Chicagoans wearing combinations of the two.

“I love the idea of wearing the cage-like sleeve in the denim with the stripe under it poking out—that’s adorable. And I love the stripe with a skinny little pant.”

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it’s all about avoiding the summer fashion default of T-shirts and shorts. “I’m not [typically] a denim fan, and I don’t love casual wear, but this is a lightweight, fun, fashionable collection that girls should pick up because they will love it. It’s adorable.” $215–$495 at Ikram, 15 E. Huron St., 312-5871000; ikram.com

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LU DA CR IS FACTOR Is there anything Ludacris can’t do? The Champaign, Illinois-born

FROM MULTIPLATINUM RAPPER AND FAST AND FURIOUS ACTOR TO HOST OF MTV’S SUMMER SURE THING FEAR FACTOR, ILLINOIS NATIVE CHRIS “LUDACRIS” BRIDGES HAS BECOME A POP CULTURE SUPERSTAR—AND HE’S JUST GETTING STARTED.

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rapper has sold 15 million albums and won three Grammys; proven his acting chops in five of the megapopular Fast and Furious movies; and made his entrepreneurial mark in restaurants (Atlanta’s Chicken + Beer), tech (the Slang N’ Friendz app), digital (hosting the YouTube show Best.Cover.Ever.), and television, recently emceeing the Billboard Music Awards for the fourth time. As the Oak Park-raised entertainer recently prepped for his gig as the host of MTV’s Fear Factor reboot, the speedrapping 39-year-old spoke exclusively with Michigan Avenue about summer in Chicago, his much-anticipated new music, and his ultimate dream to be the next Ryan Seacrest.

Music, movies, TV hosting, a restaurant, an app—you’re becoming a one-man multimedia empire. Where do you get your inspiration?

Man, you know what? It’s not just one place. I get inspired by so many different things and people. I’ve always rapped. And even when I started at the radio station [Hot 97.5 in Atlanta], a lot of people didn‘t understand that that was a means to an end. Me going into that radio station was really just a way to get in front of different producers and musical artists so that I could actually get into the music industry, as opposed to, “Oh, I want to work at a radio station.” I was just trying to get my demo songs listened to—and before I knew it, getting a job there turned into me actually having a start. So me trying to be a media mogul started with a means-to-an-end plan of getting a job at a radio station in order to get noticed.

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These days Ludacris calls the ATL home (and here he kicks back in the Atlanta Braves’ players clubhouse, and, on the opening page, the team’s dugout at new SunTrust Park), but the rapper still maintains a close connection to Chicago. “That’s my upbringing,” he says of the Windy City. “My heart is always going to be there.”

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“A LOT OF ARTISTS ONLY SHOW ONE SIDE OF THEMSELVES—THEY DON’T SHOW BEHIND THE SCENES, LAUGHING OR BEING A FATHER OR DOING THINGS WHERE YOU SEE THE DYNAMICS OF SOMEONE’S PERSONALITY. I’M NOT AFRAID TO DO THAT BECAUSE I DON’T TAKE MYSELF SO SERIOUSLY.” —ludacris

Did you see yourself as more than a rapper even then?

I always have; I just always knew that [rapping] was my number one love. But I knew I was much more than that [too], and I’m just glad and honored and humbled to be able to live out all of these different dreams in the entertainment and music worlds, because that’s really what it all comes down to. They say [everybody wants] to be a rock star and a movie star, and I can humbly say that I’ve satisfied and continue to satisfy my curiosity in doing both.

You’ve created a personal brand that crosses over and appeals to people of all ages and backgrounds. What is it about Ludacris that attracts people?

I think the best way to answer that question is that I’m just myself—I show all the different sides of myself. Whereas, not to down any other artist, but a lot of people only show one side of themselves, the side they want fans to see. They don’t show behind the scenes, them laughing or being a father or doing things where you see the dynamics of someone’s personality. I’m not afraid to do that because I don’t take myself so seriously. And I think that comes with different rewards—it shines through.

What drew you to the idea of hosting Fear Factor?

I was always a fan of the show [during its first run], and when they came to me and said, “We’re going to revisit this in a different way, different camera angles, appealing to a wider audience and younger kids,” I thought it was a great idea and that I could put my spin to it, and that’s exactly what we did. It’s always going to have that DNA of Joe Rogan and everybody else that starred in it, so all praise due to them—but now we have an opportunity to expand it and put a twist on it. Me being the host, I’m going to bring a comedic edge and my personality to it.

You recently dropped a new single with Ty Dolla $ign, “Vitamin D.” What else do you have coming our way in terms of music?

I have another song dropping sometime this summer, but right now I’m letting all the attention stay with “Vitamin D,” because that song’s just getting started.

[This is] me getting back into the bloodstream of music—no plans to drop an album immediately, but I’m always working and I’ll always be prepared to drop some music. I [also just] did a personalized remix of Bruno Mars’ “That’s What I Like” that’s really dope.

Let’s talk Chicago. You spent some of your formative years in the city—how has that influenced the work you’ve done?

That’s my upbringing. Chicago’s one of those places where your heart is always going to be there, and I took so many different things from it. It’s a culture of just loving Chicago and Illinois as a whole. Chicago has been the [place that’s been] most supportive of my career outside [of] Atlanta, as far as my entire catalog of music—I always look at statistics of where I was selling the most records, besides Atlanta, my home, and it was always Chicago. So it means a lot, not only to be doing this publication but to be able to talk to Chicagoans and continue to thank them.

Do you still feel a connection to the city?

Oh, absolutely—and that’s something nobody can ever take away from me. That’s between me and the city.

It’s great energy as always.

Any places you like to hit when you’re in town?

Taste of Chicago was always something that I absolutely loved—corn on the cob, all the different pizzas, Home Run Inn and Giordano’s—but the crazy thing is that I can’t do it [anymore] unless I’m disguised somehow, so I just have to live vicariously through [my friends] who go.

You’re a father of three daughters—how has that influenced your work?

It’s given me a whole new motivation—to work not only for my kids to make sure I provide them the greatest future [possible], but going above and beyond and just thinking about the entire generation that’s coming up with them. It makes me want to give back even more through all my philanthropic work. It’s like, “How can I impact the next generation and make the world a better place for my kids and their children?”

Which is why you established the Ludacris Foundation.

We just [celebrated the 10th anniversary] of the LudaDay Weekend [fundraiser in Atlanta]; it was monumental to make it to 10 years, and I’m very excited for number 11 this year, 100 percent.

As an actor, is there a role out there that you would love to take on?

I actually just did one—I always like to take on roles that are unexpected of me, and there’s a movie called Ride that’s coming out [in November]. It was an independent film, really to offset all this blockbuster stuff with Fast and Furious and to put myself in a category where people look at me differently. It deals with racial tension; [I play] a guy married to a white woman and we adopt a white kid together, and the white kid is not too fond of me being black.

You have your hands in so many different enterprises—who out there do you look at and are inspired by what they’re doing?

What’s crazy is that I just thought about this the other day. Believe it or not, Ryan Seacrest is one of those guys where I was just thinking to myself, “What is he trying to prove at this point?” He’s somebody I’m inspired by just for the simple fact that he has so much going on as a producer, and a lot of people don’t even know about it. He’s getting checks from numerous shows and different things, and then him hosting and being a part of [multiple] shows as well—you would think he had a twin brother. I’ve been to his house before, I feel like he’s somebody I am definitely inspired by in terms of just making his impact on this culture, period.

Last question: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

In 10 years, man… you just named it. You started this off by saying I’m a “media mogul.” That’s where I’m at. Not spreading myself thin, but making sure I’m doing my job to make an impact on pop culture and this entertainment industry as a whole with acting, with music, philanthropy, producing, hosting, and just making my mark. I feel like I’m doing that now, but [the goal is] to do it on an even grander scale.

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on him: Jacket ($2,495) and pants ($1,195), Giorgio Armani. 25 E. Oak St., 312-751-2244; armani.com.

Shirt, Salvatore Ferragamo ($770). 645 N. Michigan Ave., 312-397-0464; ferragamo.com.

Espadrilles, Soludos ($55).

Krista K Boutique, 3458 N. Southport Ave., 773-248-1967; soludos.com. on her: Dress, Valentino ($8,850). valentino .com. D-Astro antique gold rings, Dior ($300 each). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; dior.com.

Pipe ring, Jennifer Fisher ($215). Barneys New York, 15 E. Oak St., 312-587-1700; jenniferfisherjewelry.com

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opposite page: Cardigan, Gucci ($3,200). 900 North Michigan Shops, 312-6645504; gucci.com. Swimsuit, Eres ($385). Barneys New York, 15 E. Oak St., 312-587-1700; barneys.com. O-ring stud earrings, Eddie Borgo ($90).

Bloomingdale’s, 900 North Michigan Shops, 312-4404460, bloomingdales.com this page, on him: Sweater, Salvatore Ferragamo ($1,100).

645 N. Michigan Ave., 312397-0464; ferragamo.com.

Swim trunks, Solid & Striped ($158). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-9446500; saks.com. on her: Top ($695), shirt ($980), and shorts ($695), Prada. 30 E. Oak St., 312-951-1113; prada.com.

Metal and pearl earrings, Sportmax ($295). 900 North Michigan Shops, 312-4759500; sportmax.com

Maxi dress, Chloé ($8,495).

Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-5900; neiman marcus.com. Metal earrings, Sportmax ($195). 900 North Michigan Shops, 312-475-9500; sportmax.com. D-Astro antique gold ring, Dior ($300). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; dior.com opposite page, on her: Dress, Sportmax ($1,150). 900 North Michigan Shops, 312-475-9500; sportmax.com. Cuff, Tod’s ($575). 121 E. Oak St., 312943-0070; tods.com. Sandals, Gianvito Rossi ($875). Barneys New York, 15 E. Oak St., 312587-1700; barneys.com. on him: Sweater ($860) and pants ($750), Gucci. 900 N. Michigan Shops, 312-664-5504; gucci.com.

Sneakers, Tretorn ($70).

Nordstrom, 55 E. Grand Ave., 312-464-1515; nordstrom.com

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opposite page: Dress ($3,850) and earrings ($995), Proenza Schouler. Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; proenzaschouler.com this page: Sport coat ($4,995), shirt ($695), and trousers ($895), Ralph Lauren. 750 N. Michigan Ave., 312-280-1655; ralphlauren.com

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opposite page: Jacket, Michael Kors Collection ($2,195). 900 North Michigan Shops, 312587-3600; michaelkors.com.

Swimsuit, Tomas Maier ($340).

Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-5900; tomasmaier.com. Pipe ring, Jennifer Fisher ($215). Barneys New York, 15 E. Oak St., 312587-1700; jenniferfisherjewelry .com. D-Astro antique gold rings, Dior ($300 each). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; dior.com this page, on him: Sweater, Saint Laurent ($990). 11 E. Walton St., 312-202-0166; ysl.com. Shorts, Orlebar Brown ($245). orlebarbrown.com.

Sneakers, Gianvito Rossi ($695). Barneys New York, 15 E. Oak St., 312-587-1700; barneys.com. center: Jacket ($2,795) and dress ($1,695), Bally. bally.com. Root ring, Jennifer Fisher ($265). Barneys New York, see above; jennifer fisherjewelry.com. right: Onepiece suit, Vilebrequin ($250). vilebrequin.com. Pants, Diane von Furstenberg ($348). dvf .com. Sunglasses, Saint Laurent ($420). see above. Metal and leather cuffs, Tod’s ($365 and $465). Saks Fifth Avenue, 700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-6500; saks.com. Sandal, Aquazzura ($675). Intermix, 40 E. Delaware Pl., 312-640-2922; intermix online.com

Styling by Katherine Lande at Creative Management Hair by Danny Jelaca at Creative Management using Balmain Hair Couture Makeup by Heather Blaine at Creative Management using MAC and Chanel Rouge Coco Gloss Models: Roza Gough and Casey Levins at MC2 Model Management with Annie Gustafsson at Elite Miami Styling assistance by Shellie Frai Location: Nautilus South Beach, a SIXTY Hotel, 1825 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-5035700; sixtyhotels.com/ nautilus-south-beach Anvera Yacht provided by Jason Halpern (pages 150–151, 153) “Persistence” 92’ Sunseeker Yacht (pages 147–149, 152)

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GARDENS OF EDEN WITH LUSH NEW TOME MOVEMENT AND MEANING, RENOWNED CHICAGO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE FIRM HOERR SCHAUDT KICKS OFF SUMMER IN VERDANT STYLE.

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When Douglas Hoerr arrived in Chicago in 1991 following a two-year apprenticeship in the leafy gardens of England, the landscape architect was underwhelmed. “It was good, thoughtful landscape architecture,” recalls the Indiana native, “but it was more focused on hardscapes and plazas; horticulture was by and large perfunctory.” Since then— first as a solo practitioner and later partnering with the late Peter

Schaudt to form powerhouse firm Hoerr Schaudt in 2008—the 60year-old Lincoln Park resident has beautified environs ranging from the Mag Mile’s famed flower medians to Grant Park’s Tiffany Celebration Garden.

As Hoerr celebrates the recent publication of Movement and Meaning (The Monacelli Press, $50), a stunning new retrospective documenting the global imprint of the duo’s renowned green

thumb, he shares his thoughts on some of the firm’s most successful projects in Chicago and beyond.

Beautification breakthrough: Commissioned in 1991, Hoerr’s verdant planters outside Crate & Barrel’s Michigan Avenue flagship did much more than just gussy up the Mag Mile; the project “had a huge impact on Chicago, to a degree, [of] rebranding a city that was always known for toughness,” he

observes, adding, “It was holding its own and saying, ‘Look what it does when architecture and landscape work in harmony together.’”

Horticulture 101: From the 40,000-square-foot green roof garden of Toronto’s Phillips Square to the McGovern Centennial Gardens in Houston’s Hermann Park, Hoerr Schaudt’s reach is international—but informed by circumstances

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clockwise from here: The Garden Terrace of Morningstar’s office in the Loop; Hoerr Schaudt’s beloved flower-filled planters on the Mag Mile; North Park University Campus on the city’s north side.

“THE TRUEST TEST OF GOOD DESIGN IS HOW IT LOOKS IN THE WINTER.” —douglas hoerr

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specific to the Midwest.

“The truest test of good design is how it looks in the winter,” observes Hoerr.

“That’s a lesson that has worked for me in different parts of the country, even though there’s not always the four seasons.”

Elevated ecology: In 2003, Apple became the first private sector company in Chicago with a green rooftop after tapping Hoerr to design its Michigan Avenue space—but only after the firm convinced the late Steve Jobs of its importance. “[I told him], ‘if a guy like you, Steve, who’s the architect of the 21st century, doesn’t lead by example environmentally and designwise, then what hope do we have?’” Apple later commissioned Hoerr Schaudt for its Lincoln Park outpost in 2010.

Gridiron greening: Hoerr singles out Peter Schaudt’s beautifying of Soldier Field as a favorite project by his one-time “friendly competitor,” whose 2003 redesign of the stadium’s perimeter includes a verdant Children’s Park and 17 acres of lakefront greenery. “It showed [the importance of] worrying about the aesthetics—not just the architectural aesthetics, but the context of the greater site—so it’s not just acres of parking lot,” commends Hoerr.

The future of landscape: From amenitized rooftops to fleshed-out riverbanks, Hoerr forecasts a growing embrace of previously overlooked spaces and “actually sinking your teeth into areas that at one time weren’t even considered important.”

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Real estate development duo Randy and Steve Fifield (inset) are blazing a trail with luxury rental projects like (clockwise from here) The Sinclair, set to open this summer; the recently finished Luxe on Chicago; and the much-anticipated 2018 project 727 W. Madison.

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Visionaries change their worlds. They think big.

They execute. But most significantly, they fill a need before we even know it’s there. Judging from the thousands of contented tenants who live in Randy and Steve Fifield’s luxurious Chicago towers—all architectural show-stoppers packed with exceptional amenities—the duo are visionaries of the highest order.

Recent projects seal their spot as the royal couple of luxe rentals: NEXT (347 W. Chestnut St., 312-3613199; nextapts.com) in River North; The Sinclair (1201 N. LaSalle Dr., 312-260-3712; sinclair apts.com) in the Gold Coast; and 727 W. Madison (312-855-

1600; fifieldco.com) in the West Loop, set for a 2018 delivery. Signature amenities—from gourmet coffee bars and dog runs to outdoor pools and yoga studios—reign supreme at NEXT and The Sinclair, but the latter “is the most over the top yet,” says Steve, pointing to a 35,000-square-foot outdoor deck (the city’s largest) and a fully stocked fitness center.

How did the pair hit on their current business model? Steve says it was Randy’s brainchild. “I’d done offices for decades, but Randy was a residential developer and talked me into doing a condo conversion with her in 1999,” he explains. “We never expected it to

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But what a driver the residential efforts of this powerhouse couple—he an expert in financing and construction, she a design and marketing guru— turned out to be. In 2005, in a prescient move, the couple planned a development of five amenitypacked towers, together named K Station, on an eight-acre plot of land anchored by Kinzie Street in the then-emergent Fulton River District. The project not only saved the Fifields in the 2008 downturn, it changed the face of residential rentals in Chicago and beyond, as the pair refined their business model, upped the amenity ante with each new tower, and expanded to LA and Hawaii.

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our renters wanted, and brought in the best to deliver,” Steve notes. With amenities that ranged from lightning-fast internet to the best fitness equipment on the market, the Fifields attracted renters with higher median incomes, raising demand for their apartments as well as their national standing as developers.

Despite the high occupancy rates the Fifields have achieved with their data-savvy, amenity-laden approach, they remain unassuming about their success. “No one cared about apartments when we started doing them,” says Randy. “The downturn benefited us, but we didn’t foresee it. We were just trying to deliver the best product possible.” Talk about being in the right place at the right time—with exactly the right vision.

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Sumptuous interiors are a signature of Fifield Companies projects, from NEXT (top left) and The Sinclair (above) to Luxe on Chicago (left and below).

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“I’ve had a hammer in my hand since I was 4 years old, sitting on my dad’s workbench,” says Matt Thomas, the 28-year-old co-owner of Pilsen-based furniture maker Elko Hardwoods. It was that initial experience and innate love of creating that led Thomas to where he is today—creating some of the most stunning furniture in the Midwest.

At Elko Hardwoods, Thomas and his 26-year-old brother Jeremy have essentially coined the phrase “tree-to-table,” using wood that is locally salvaged from diseased, storm-damaged, or hazard trees, then sourced and sawn into boards and air- and kiln-dried for more than two years. Thomas then pairs the slab tops with custom-fabricated metal

or acrylic bases, creating sleek, minimalist pieces that pay homage to the wood’s history with organic live edges and original knots and imperfections, ensuring that no two pieces are the same. Says Thomas, “I try [not] to interfere with nature’s design and instead try to emphasize the beauty that is naturally created.”

Case in point: one of the designer’s favorite creations, a cross-cut slab from a nearly 200-year-old ash tree from Elkhart County, Indiana, near the brothers’ native Goshen.

“It was killed by the emerald ash borer and I was fortunate to salvage the log,” says Thomas. “I like the idea that this centuries-old tree will live on as a functional work of art.”

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“I TRY NOT TO INTERFERE WITH NATURE’S DESIGN AND INSTEAD EMPHASIZE THE BEAUTY THAT IS NATURALLY CREATED.” —MATT THOMAS

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Every table tells a story: Elko Hardwoods founder Matt Thomas (INSET) transforms salvaged trees into soughtafter contemporary home pieces that brim with character.

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Boutique, so chic (clockwise from left): The check-in desk; café offerings; and a king room at River North hot spot Freehand Chicago, which kicked off the city’s boutique hostel trend in a big way.

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Hostels typically call to mind frugal Eurotrips, and with good reason: communal space, limited privacy, and anonymous bunkmates aren’t typical hallmarks of the jet set. But with enterprising hoteliers debuting elevated-buteconomical competitors to already-established players, Chicago’s growing hostel scene is suddenly attracting some of the trendiest travelers in town.

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With The Hollander, Grupo Habita (the design maverick behind buzzy spots like Hotel Americano in New York) lends its auteur touch to Wicker Park’s Six Corners, converting the intersection’s iconic Hollander Fireproof Warehouse into a stylish hotel/hostel option, featuring eight shared rooms laced with lithe bunks and spare-but-sharp

private bathrooms, all with a less-is-more philosophy that included preserving as much of the building’s original design as possible.

“All the original brick and the original walls are there,” notes Jared Johnson, the property’s director of sales and marketing. “And it’s just raw—by default, it comes across as very elegant.” To wit: the building’s lofty, street-level coffee shop, H! Bar, begs to

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On the heels of hostel-chic destinations Holiday Jones in Wicker Park and Urban Holiday Lofts in Bucktown, developer Robert Baum has expanded his portfolio with Fieldhouse Jones, an ambitious overhaul of the longshuttered Borden Dairy Depot that honors the city’s tradition of field house as community hub. “Our goal was to take that sort of feel of the essence of Chicago and bring it into modern times,” says Baum, who tapped local firm Bugaj Architects to furbish the 53-room structure with luxe accoutrements like Restoration Hardware bathroom fixtures and a communaluse, stainless steel demo kitchen.

True to its athletically inspired namesake, flourishes like vintage dart boards pepper the common areas, and the lobby wows with a meandering chain of 400-plus tennis rackets, an installation by local Chicago artist Christophe Gausparro. 312 W. Chestnut St., 312-291-9922; fieldhousejones.com

clockwise from top: The Hollander’s multipurpose lobby space, H! Bar, beckons with cocktails, a coffee bar, and WiFi, all in a stylish raw space; The Hollander offers various room configurations, like this pair of queens; and The Rosewall at athletically inspired hostel Fieldhouse Jones, which features custom varsity lockers in every room.

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The granddaddy of hip Chicago hostels, Freehand opened in River North in 2015, paving the path for the city’s affordably stylish hospitality trend—and since more than half of the inventory is traditional hotel-style rooms, shared-room guests enjoy amenities that aren’t standard at conventional hostels (think: 24-hour desk service and on-site housekeeping).

Plus, at lobby-level mixology destination Broken Shaker, hostel visitors can mix with Chicagoans and the surrounding neighborhood at large. Observes GM Emilia Merchen, “Guests at the hotel get that local experience without having to travel far.” 19 E. Ohio St., 312-940-3699; freehand hotels.com/chicago

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A TASTEFUL TRANSITION RIS DELEE TAKES THE REINS AS TOP TOQUE AT BRIDGEPORT STAPLE THE DUC NN.

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Duck Inn chef Kris Delee elevates bar food with dishes like duck wings served with homemade jalapeño hot sauce.

Neighborhood son and award-winning chef Kevin Hickey has stepped away from the kitchen of his acclaimed Bridgeport tavern The Duck Inn, but new executive chef Kris Delee insists that the beloved destination’s focus on “working-class fine dining” remains firmly in place.

Aiming for excellence without the pretense of a typical elevated dining experience, Delee describes his debut menu as “a love letter to all the kitchens I’ve worked in during my career.” That translates to dishes like pork belly and scallop with XO sauce; Lego-shaped foie gras mousse; and duck wings with Japanese barbecue sauce, for which Delee found inspiration in one of those past kitchens. “I was in Cincinnati opening a restaurant with my best friends and mentors—the hot sauce is an homage to a recipe we made there with grits and pork.” Sounds like The Duck Inn’s next chapter is off to a delicious start. 2701 S. Eleanor St., 312724-8811; theduckinnchicago.com

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The SOURCE: SCENE DINE & DRINK ANTEPRIMA A charming neighborhood vibe and home-style fare make this Italian spot an Andersonville favorite. Must-try signature plates include super-tender grilled octopus and orecchiette with house-made lamb sausage.

INSIDER TIP: While not always on the menu, the knockout pasta dish cacio e pepe is always available.

5316 N. Clark St., 773-506-9990; anteprimachicago.net

BANGERS & LACE It’s a sausage fest at this curated craft beer and encased-meats restaurant, whose recently opened Addison Street location gives Wrigleyvillers a dignified alternative to the sports bar madness.

INSIDER TIP: Brunch is a real find; don’t miss the shakshouka, a spicy Moroccan tomato stew with eggs and lamb sausage. 1851 W. Addison St., 773-697-8667; 1670 W. Division St., 773-252-6499; 810 Grove St., Evanston, 847-905-0854; bangersandlace.com

THE AVIARY From world-famous Alinea chef Grant Achatz and partner Nick Kokonas, Fulton Market District’s The Aviary is the city’s premier destination for avant-garde cocktails.

INSIDER TIP: After your first drink, ask your server if there’s room in the teensy downstairs speakeasy The Office—home of the ultimate classic cocktails—for round two. 955 W. Fulton Market; theaviary.com

New rooftop destination Noyane tempts with summer-ready tipples like this mint-garnished Pimm’s Cup.

BAR LUPO Double whammy: Not only does this River North Italian pub boast an industry vet in owner Brian O’Connor (Maple & Ash, RIA, North Pond)— the beverage program is curated by star mixologist Liz Pearce. Chicken parm and an Aperol spritz? Count it!

INSIDER TIP: Dig into the killer late-night menu with meatball subs and $3 house shots. 217 W. Huron St.,

312-643-3400; barlupochicago.com

BAR ROMA The meatball craze hits Andersonville with this buzzing new Italian destination, which tempts with five kinds of ’balls (lamb, pork belly, chicken, veal, and good-old ground beef) plus house-made pastas, all courtesy of veteran chef Fred Ramos. 5101 N. Clark St., 773-942-7572; barromachicago.com

BODEGA As if the ACME Hotel weren’t already a hotbed of craft cocktails (Berkshire Room, anyone?), the surging Fifty/50 Restaurant Group has opened this upstairs sister venue serving “all things fizzy, frosty, and boozy.” 15 E. Ohio St., 312-8940945; acmehotelcompany.com

BOLEO One of the latest in Chicago’s string of hot-hot-hot hotel bars, this sexy rooftop lounge in the Kimpton Gray

Hotel serves contemporary takes on South American street fare—think ceviche and empanadas—alongside pisco-centric cocktails and sultry live music. 122 W. Monroe St., 15th Fl., 312-750-9007; boleochicago.com

BROKEN ENGLISH TACO PUB Mexican street food gets the Technicolor treatment at this vibrant, whimsical new destination from Chicago restaurant legend Phil Stefani. Offerings include 12 kinds of tacos (shrimp, barbacoa, carne asada), plus snacks like achiote hummus and street corn hush puppies. 75 E. Lake St., 312-9293601; tacopub.com

CHICAGO CUT STEAKHOUSE Drawing a high-profile crowd ranging from government types to visiting celebs and local athletes, this sleek riverside destination from industry vets David Flom and Matt Moore has risen to become one of the city’s most popular restaurants—and with its spoton service and primo steak house fare (the decadent “lobsterscargot” is life-changing), it’s no wonder. 300 N. LaSalle St., 312-329-1800; chicagocutsteakhouse.com

CINDY’S This buzzing terrace atop the landmark Chicago Athletic Association Hotel has been among the hottest tables in town since its 2015 opening, thanks to killer year-round views of Millennium Park and Christian Ragano’s creative cuisine.

INSIDER TIP: Lunch is a much easier reservation—and boasts one of the best duck confits in the city. 12 S. Michigan Ave.,13th Fl., 312-7923502; cindysrooftop.com

Nightlife impresario Andy Li (TR Napa Valley) returns with this new addition to Hubbard Street’s red-hot dining and drinking scene: a posh, multilevel restaurant and wine bar in the heart of River North. 23 W. Hubbard St.; cocochampagnelounge.com

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The SOURCE: SCENE Making its debut in a new location, this Streeterville favorite features a combination of Tuscan classics from its former menu along with a sampling of Roman-inspired dishes from sibling restaurant Tre Soldi.

212 E. Ohio St., 312-664-0212; cocopazzochicago.com

EDEN The ambitious menu at this contemporary American restaurant in the West Lake district—for which chef Devon Quinn grows more than 30 vegetables and herbs in a greenhouse he and his father built themselves— features dishes like braised duck lasagna and lamb loin with pistachioyogurt panna cotta. 1748 W. Lake St., 312-366-2294; edeninchicago.com

ENTENTE Owner Ty Fujimura (Arami) has assembled an all-star team, including Brian Fisher (Schwa) and pastry chef Mari Katsumura (Grace, Acadia), to bring casual, super-seasonal fare— expressed in a tight list of offerings, from chicken liver mousse with Concord grape jelly to fettuccine with white truffle and Brussels sprouts—to Lakeview. 3056 N. Lincoln Ave., 872-206-8553; ententechicago.com

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The city’s taco-mad craze continues with this fast-casual River North newcomer, where tacos and burritos are filled with the likes of chicken, shrimp, or veggies, and accompanied with onion, cilantro, pickled jalapeño, green cabbage, and more. Soups, salads, cocktails, and aguas frescas, too. 109 W. Hubbard St., 312-5272229; fatbabytacos.com

THE FLAMINGO RUM CLUB From Caribbean-inspired tapas to luxe bottle service and a bar serving up mojitos, daiquiris, and caipirinhas, this island-focused restaurant and cabaret aims to bring the spirit of Havana to River North.

INSIDER TIP: Wednesdays feature a can’t-miss cabaret starting at 9 pm.

601 N. Wells St., 312-929-0060; theflamingorumclub.com

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NEW III FORKS STEAKHOUSE Tucked into the Lakeshore East complex north of Millennium Park, this sleek downtown destination scores with a primo rooftop lounge and an updated steak house menu that tempts with plates like lamb meatballs, seared scallops with bacon jam, prime double-cut pork chops, and an impressive selection of prime, dry-aged, and Wagyu beef. 180 N. Field Blvd., 312-938-4303; 3forks .com/chicago

HARRY CARAY’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE A sporting atmosphere meets a sophisticated menu at this River North institution, one of the city’s top spots for steak and a veritable shrine to the Cubs and other Chicago teams.

INSIDER TIP: The restaurant’s chicken Vesuvio—a classic Chicago dish cooked in white wine and plated with peas and potatoes—is easily the best in town. 33 W. Kinzie St., 312-828-0966; harrycarays.com

INCOME TAX Europe is the focus of this newcomer to Edgewater, from the smartly curated list of wines, sherries, beers, and ciders to the selection of winefriendly plates, including bacalao, pâté, lamb meatballs, and Black Forest duck with spaetzle. 5959 N. Broadway, 773-897-9165; income taxbar.com

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watching over tempting plates of ceviche, black cod “al pastor,” or a 32-ounce tomahawk steak. 900 W. Randolph St., 312-733-1975; rick bayless.com/restaurants/lena-brava

LH One of Chicago’s hottest bars, which boasts a magnificent city view, this trilevel rooftop hangout at the LondonHouse hotel scores with craft cocktails and creative American fare.

INSIDER TIP: For a primo proposal location, book the Cupola, LondonHouse’s exquisitely intimate indoor/ outdoor space at the tippy-top of the hotel. 85 E. Upper Wacker Dr., 21st—23rd Fls., 312-357-1200; londonhousechicago.com/rooftop

MASTRO’S This glitzy River North destination for steaks and sushi brings a little bit of Hollywood to the Windy City’s carnivorous dining scene. The indulgent warm butter cake is one of the city’s top desserts.

INSIDER TIP: Catch nightly live music in the lounge from acts like the aptly named trio the Champagne Kings. 520 N. Dearborn St., 312-5215100; mastrosrestaurants.com

MERCADITO Mexican fare meets a nightclub vibe at this River North hit, whose groupfriendly menu boasts six different guacamoles, plus creative drinks (try the mango-licious Smokey Pablo).

INSIDER TIP: For a sultrier scene, head downstairs to the lounge La Mez, which offers a rotating selection of more than 80 mezcals and a DJ on weekends. 108 W. Kinzie St., 312329-9555; mercaditorestaurants.com

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE A Chicago original since 1978, Morton’s is still one of the city’s absolute best places for steak.

INSIDER TIP: Catch the bar’s 5–8 pm weekday “Power Hour” for primo food and drink specials. 1050 N. State St., 312-266-4820; 65 E. Wacker Pl., 312-201-0410; mortons.com

OCEAN CUT CHICAGO At this sophisticated yet approachable seafood destination from Chicago Cut partners David Flom and Matt Moore, guests can expect überfresh and flavorful fare like jungle-curry mussels and

Cirque du Soleil brings its newest big-top production, Luzia, to the United Center this summer.

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From LA-based Innovative Dining Group, this hit Sunset Strip restaurant brings its signature combination of sushi and classic Japanese barbecue to River North this summer in a sprawling, 13,000-square-foot space featuring a lounge, sushi bar, and 299-seat dining room. 339 N. Dearborn St.; innovativedining.com

LEÑA BRAVA The Rick Bayless empire continues to expand with this always-packed Baja-style addition to Restaurant Row. Sip a Leña Ice (mezcal, yellow Chartreuse, lime, cucumber, and serrano pepper) while people-

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The exhibition is organized by the Art Institute of Chicago, the Musée d’Orsay, and the Réunion des musées nationaux–Grand Palais. Major support is provided

by Lesley and Janice Lederer. Additional funding is contributed by anonymous donors, the Alice M. La Pert Fund for French Impressionism, Juliette F. Bacon, the Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund, Ann C. Cooluris, Katherine L. Olson Charitable Foundation, Margot Levin Schiff and the Harold Schiff Foundation, Barbara and Marc Posner, the Robert Lehman Foundation, and David and Mary Winton Green Research Fund. Annual support for Art Institute exhibitions is provided by the Exhibitions Trust: Neil Bluhm and the Bluhm Family Charitable Foundation; Jay Franke and David Herro; Kenneth Griffin; Caryn and King Harris, The Harris Family Foundation; Liz and Eric Lefkofsky; Robert M. and Diane v.S. Levy; Ann and Samuel M. Mencoff; Usha and Lakshmi N. Mittal; Thomas and Margot Pritzker; Anne and Chris Reyes; Betsy Bergman Rosenfield and Andrew M. Rosenfield; Cari and Michael J. Sacks; and the Earl and Brenda Shapiro Foundation. This exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities.

Paul Gauguin. Mahana no atua (Day of the God) (detail), 1894. The Art Institute of Chicago, Helen Birch Bartlett Memorial Collection.

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OTTO MEZZO The latest collaboration between nightlife maestros Rockit Ranch Productions and Michelin-starred chef Kevin Hickey, this Italian hangout opened this spring. Expect intriguing large-format and individual cocktails alike from awardwinning mixologist Brandon Phillips in an Italian arts- and cinema-inspired space. 311 W. Chicago Ave., 312-2340884; ottomezzobar.com

PELAGO It’s all in the family at this lovely, intimate Raffaello Hotel destination, where Michelin-starred chef Mauro Mafrici crafts exquisite Italian fare—delicate beef carpaccio with cremini mushrooms, penne pasta with hen ragù and sage—in an elegant space designed by wife Kimberly Anguil Mafrici, an architect and interior designer. 201 E. Delaware Pl., 312-280-0700; pelago restaurant.com

chic-but-buttoned-down sibling restaurant next door, when it opens its doors in June. 565 W. Randolph St., 312-441-1920; proxichicago.com

ROCKIT From nightlife king Billy Dec and the squad at Rockit Ranch (Sunda, Bottlefork, Underground, Duck Inn), this was River North’s first sports barlounge-restaurant hybrid, and it’s still the best. The smartly crafted bar fare includes everything from gourmet burgers and salads to addictive, pizza roll-esque Rockit Pockits. 22 W. Hubbard St., 312-645-6000; rockitbarandgrill.com

RPM STEAK Power couple Bill and Giuliana Rancic prove that RPM Italian’s success was no fluke with this see-and-be-seen sister restaurant, the rare Chicago steak house where stilettos are as common as suits and the meat-heavy menu offers tempting gluten-free and vegetarian options aplenty. 66 W. Kinzie St., 312-284-4990; rpmrestaurants.com

SIENA TAVERN The DineAmic Group’s flagship restaurant, this River North hot spot

French master Paul Gauguin’s 1893 painting Merahi metua no Tehamana (Tehamana Has Many Parents or The Ancestors of Tehamana), featured in the Art Institute of Chicago’s summer exhibition, “Gauguin: Artist as Alchemist.”

PIZZERIA BEBU Thin-crust pizza gets the gourmet treatment at this new Lincoln Park concept, where chef Jeff Lutzow (Publican, Nico Osteria) and team bake pies in a gas-fired, brick-lined oven for three and a half minutes (exactly!), then serve them piping-hot in a metal pizza tin. Toppings include littleneck clams and wild forest mushrooms. 1521 N. Fremont St., 312-280-6000; bebu.pizza

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One of the summer’s most hotly anticipated openings, this new Fulton Market District destination from the award-winning team of Emmanuel Nony and chef Andrew Zimmerman gives global street food the gourmet treatment. Expect a livelier and more casual counterpoint to Sepia, its

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WHO: Managing Director, Oak Brook Polo Club (1200 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook, 630-368-5000; oakbrookpoloclub.com). HOME ’HOOD: “Edison Park. It has a downtown feel but with a backyard.

Perfect for making the city-to-suburb transition without any separation anxiety.” SUMMER CRAVING: “Sunday pitchers of sangria while people-watching on the patio at Quartino (626 N. State St., 312-698-5000; quartinochicago.com).” HIDDEN GEMS: “Flo & Santos (1310 S. Wabash Ave., 312-566-9817; floandsantos .com) in the South Loop. Best thin-crust pizza in the city. The Chicago Water Taxi (chicagowatertaxi.com) is a close second.”

BEST ARCHITECTURE: “Chicago’s river drawbridges. They look timeless and are an incredible display of design, engineering, and functionality.” SUMMER FAVE: “The lakefront—so many great views, parks, museums, marinas, and monuments, and they are all connected [to one] another.” ULTIMATE INDULGENCE: “Renting a boat on Lake Michigan with friends.”

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swordfish au poivre.

INSIDER TIP: Make tracks to the Shark Bar on Tuesdays during Happy Hour (4–7 pm), when the restaurant raffles off a pair of Jimmy Choos. 20 W. Kinzie St., 312-2808882; oceancutchicago.com

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Paul Gauguin. Mahana no atua (Day of the God) (detail), 1894. Helen Birch Bartlett Memorial Collection.

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SOUTHERN CUT BBQ First steak, then seafood; now the team behind Chicago Cut and Ocean Cut has embraced barbecue with this new Streeterville destination—and with ’cue queen Lee Ann Whippen manning the kitchen, this one is sure

to make fans of Southern fare sit up and take notice. 198 E. Delaware Pl., 312-280-8887; southerncutbbq.com

SPILT MILK Logan Square’s latest must-try for cocktails is a classy throwback establishment with a gorgeous mahogany bar and a compelling drinks list featuring Concord grape juleps and Madras margaritas, plus pineapple soft serve topped with the cocktail du jour. 2758 W. Fullerton Ave., 773413-8440; spiltmilktavern.com

ROCKING OUT CHICAGO AND THE DOOBIE BROTHERS PERFORM THE MOST SINGALONG-WORTHY SETS OF THE SUMMER.

BY KAREN ROSE

“Those 50 years went by quickly,” laughs Robert Lamm, who cofounded the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-bound Chicago in 1967. The “original rock band with horns,” responsible for classics such as “25 or 6 to 4” and “Saturday in the Park,” is fronted by vocalist/ keyboardist Lamm and new vocalist/bassist Jeff Coffey.

Joining them on the road this summer—including a stop at Northerly Island—are the Doobie Brothers, of “Listen To The Music” and “What a Fool Believes” fame—not to mention three multiplatinum, seven platinum, and 14 gold albums.

With five decades of songs, will you hear your faves? “It would take many hours to play all our hits,” says Lamm. With 21 top-10 singles and 25 platinum albums (including five straight number-ones) to their credit, he’s not kidding.

“We can interchange them and still make two hours of popular songs. It’s a blessing.”

July 12, FirstMerit Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island; livenation.com

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Mastro’s founders Jeffrey and Michael Mastro bring their latest carnivorous concept to the heart of River North this summer in this 12,000-square-foot dining spot. Expect sleek design, a lively patio, and creative fare like fried deviled eggs, superfood salads, a king crab avocado stack, and 28-day wet-aged prime NY strips, bone-in ribeyes, and filet mignons cut in-house by the restaurant’s master butcher. 615 N. Wabash St.; steak48 .com/steakhouse-chicago

3 ARTS CLUB CAFE Hogsalt Hospitality founder Brendan Sodikoff says of this airy retreat at the center of RH’s fab Gold Coast gallery, “It’s a place where anyone can feel at home.” True—but it helps if you’re wearing designer duds to fit in with the uber-chic crowd of lunching ladies. 1300 N. Dearborn St., 312-475-9116; 3artsclubcafe.com

WON FUN CHINESE Sichuan-style dining and drinking hits Restaurant Row with the arrival of this double destination, featuring a 60-seat ground-floor family-friendly restaurant serving classics like Beijing-style duck and mapo tofu (Won Fun) and a second-floor craft cocktail and karaoke lounge and dim sum hangout (2Fun). 905 W. Randolph St., 312-877-5967; funfunchinese.com

OUT & ABOUT THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO Considered one of the world’s finest museums, this prized institution houses more than 300,000 works of art—including such treasures as Grant Wood’s American Gothic and Georges Seurat’s La Grande Jatte— and welcomes 1.5 million visitors each year. 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312-443-3600; artic.edu

CHICAGO HISTORY MUSEUM On display at this must-visit cultural institution through November 26 is “Spies, Traitors, and Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America,” which explores nine major events in US history when the nation was threatened within its own borders.

1601 N. Clark St., 312-642-4600; chicagohistory.org

CHICAGO’S FIRST LADY From private yacht rentals for two to blow-out weddings for 250 to the wildly popular, locals-love-it Chicago River architecture tour, this city institution is one of the top names in

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showcases comforting, creative Italian fare from Top Chef fave Fabio Viviani, from crudo and grilled octopus to house-made pastas and truffle-topped pizzas. 51 W. Kinzie St., 312-595-1322; sienatavern.com

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Group (dineamicgroup.com). HOME ’HOOD: River North. rekhson: “I love how centrally located it is, as well as the never-ending abundance of great restaurants, nightlife, and things to do.” stoioff: “It’s in the heart of downtown but still has a neighborhood feel.” GO-TO HANGOUT: stoioff: “If I’m not at one of our places, I like to go to Erie Café (536 W. Erie St., 312-266-2300; eriecafe.com). It’s a block away from my home, and they have outstanding lamb chops with mint jelly.” HIDDEN GEM: rekhson: “Greektown.” stoioff: “The unofficial dog park at Milton Lee Olive Park (500 N. Lake Shore Dr.), near Navy Pier—it’s a huge open field blocked by trees where I take my dog, Jarvis, to run at top speed.” FAVE ARCHITECTURE: rekhson: “I’m a big fan of the new Chicago River Walk (chicagoriverwalk.us). It’s amazing how that area has totally transformed into a beautiful part of the downtown landscape.” stoioff: “The Crain Communications Building (150 N. Michigan Ave.). One of my favorite childhood movies

Explore the history and culture of America’s black communities in diverse exhibits like “Freedom, Resistance, and the Journey Toward Equality” and “A Slow Walk to Greatness: The Harold Washington Story,” as well as works by notables such as Henry Ossawa Tanner and Archibald Motley Jr. 740 E. 56th Pl., 773-947-0600; dusablemuseum.org

ESCAPEHOUSE CHICAGO The escape-room craze hits River North with this high-tech attraction, where teams role-play as spies or

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The largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere, this institution celebrates innovation with interactive exhibits that explore green energy, space travel, future tech, and more.

INSIDER TIP: On a scale of 1 to 10, the baby chick hatchery scores an 11 for cuteness, eliciting “oohs” and “aahs” from all ages. 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., 773-684-1414; msichicago.org

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reference the movie to whoever will listen to me.” SUMMER LOVE:

Chicago’s number-one attraction, with more than 9 million visitors a year, recently celebrated its centennial with an extensive redesign, including a new all-weather Ferris wheel that soars a towering 196 feet.

600 E. Grand Ave., 800-595-7437; navypier.com

Barrio (65 W. Kinzie St.; barriochicago.com)!”

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is Adventures in Babysitting, which features it; every time I pass it I stoioff: “We’re really looking forward to opening our newest venue,

Chicago cruising.

INSIDER TIP: As the only company that partners with the Chicago Architecture Foundation on its river tour, CFL’s docents are hands down the best in town. 112 E. Wacker Dr., 847-358-1330; cruisechicago.com

of downtown Chicago.

INSIDER TIP: Stroll across Frank Gehry’s sinuous bridge toward the lake to discover the kid-tastic Maggie Daley Park, with climbing walls and slides aplenty. 201 E. Randolph St., 312-742-1168; millenniumpark.org

Secret Service agents as they solve puzzles and work together to emerge victorious in under 60 minutes. 54 E. Ontario St., 312-981-6633; escapehousechicago.com

Slam (Sundays, 7–10 pm) is a rollicking celebration of the spoken word, hosted with lacerating wit by slam poetry legend Marc Kelly Smith. 4802 N. Broadway, 773-8785552; greenmilljazz.com

FIELD MUSEUM HARRIS THEATER

This natural history nerve center is beloved for its world-famous resident T. rex fossil SUE, as well as dynamic exhibitions and the new interactive Grainger Science Hub. Currently on view is “Specimens: Unlocking the Secrets of Life,” an examination of the importance of some of the museum’s more than 30 million specimens.

1400 S. Lake Shore Dr., 312-9229410; fieldmuseum.org

From hosting performances of world music and international dance to serving as home to local companies like Hubbard Street Dance and Chicago Opera Theater, this sleek, subterranean Millennium Park oasis has evolved into one of the city’s most compelling cultural venues. 203 E. Randolph St., 312-334-7777; harristheaterchicago.org

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This century-old nightclub was a favorite of the Al Capone set and still attracts jazzheads from around the world for performances by Patricia Barber and the Alan Gresik Swing Shift Orchestra.

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From expansive lawns and an extraordinary live-music venue to a duo of crowd-pleasing public art installations in Anish Kapoor’s iconic Cloud Gate (“The Bean”) and Jaume Plensa’s Crown Fountain, this 25-acre playground has become the epicenter

THALIA HALL A Pilsen landmark, this refurbished complex boasts the hot spots Dusek’s, Punch House, and Tack Room, as well as an eponymous concert hall that embraces the neighborhood’s bohemian spirit with an array of entertainment, from Janeane Garofalo to George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic. 1807 S. Allport St., 312526-3851; thaliahallchicago.com

UNITED CENTER The nation’s largest arena, this West Side landmark is home to the Bulls and Blackhawks and hosts more than 200 events each year, from concerts by the likes of Madonna and U2 to Disney on Ice and the Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament. From July 21 through September 3, the facility’s parking lot hosts Luzia, the lastest over-the-top spectacle from Cirque du Soleil. 1901 W. Madison St., 312-455-4500; unitedcenter.com

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Blasts from the past: Jeff Koons (LEFT) gilds Louis Vuitton accessories with art history masterworks, including Fragonard’s Girl with Dog on the Montaigne MM bag ($4,000, BELOW LEFT), Rubens’s The Tiger Hunt on the Palm Springs backpack ($3,200, RIGHT), and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa on the Chain bag ($3,900, BOTTOM RIGHT).

ART-À-PORTER IT’S JEFF ONS’S WORLD, AND WE’RE JUST LIVING IN IT—AND DRESSING FOR IT—AS HE ANNOUNCES A NEW COLLECTION FOR LOUIS VUITTON.

Jeff Koons, the Pop Artinfluenced provocateur behind balloon-dog sculptures and Old Master reproductions, has always been better received by the general public than by the art world. But now the latter is catching up, following a major retrospective at the Whitney Museum, a prominent new public installation in New York, and, most recently, a gala in his honor at MOCA in LA. But as the conversation shifts around him, Koons remains happily himself at the center, announcing a major commercial collaboration in the form of a new fashion collection for none other than Louis Vuitton.

Dubbed “Masters,” Koons’s pieces for the Parisian powerhouse deploy a premise similar to his “Gazing Ball” series, in which he hand-painted reproductions of some of art history’s greatest works and placed a gleaming blue orb at their center. This time, Koons has taken five of the most recognizable paintings in the

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history of art—Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Titian’s Mars, Venus and Cupid, Rubens’s The Tiger Hunt, Fragonard’s Girl with Dog, and Van Gogh’s A Wheatfield with Cypresses—and placed them on purses, totes, scarves, bag charms, and shawls.

This is the first time an original Koons has been featured in a fashion collaboration. “What’s wonderful about working with Louis Vuitton is their resources.

They [have] the finest in the world,” says the 62-year-old artist. “The first samples come through and it’s like, ‘Wow! That’s better than anything I’ve seen before.’”

Each accessory is adorned with the original artist’s last name in glitzy, appliquéd letters, providing a quick lesson in art history—and pre-Instagram personal branding. For his part, Koons signs the works, too: His initials appear as part of the classic Louis Vuitton monogram. Naturally. 919 N. Michigan Ave., 312-9442010; louisvuitton.com

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The edgy British fashion brand returns to Chicago with a sleek new boutique in the heart of the Gold Coast. Browse the latest collections for men and women in the trilevel boutique, from handbags and bomber jackets to jeans and swimwear. 46 E. Walton St., 312-962-0088; allsaints.com

ATHENE Inspired by the “strong yet very feminine” Greek goddess of its name, this North Shore newcomer from fashionista Ashley Quicksilver takes style cues from rock ’n’ roll icons and Audrey Hepburn alike. The minimalist space showcases a luxe assortment of womenswear brands, from Rona Pfeiffer to Rick Owens. 837 Elm St., Winnetka, 847-441-1918; athene-shop.com

BILLY REID Stock up on Southern-cool staples for men and women at the first Midwest boutique from this New York- and Alabama-based designer, the 2012 CFDA Menswear Designer of the Year, who has collaborated with the likes of Levi’s, J.Crew, Neiman Marcus, and K-Swiss. 845 W. Randolph St., 312614-1503; billyreid.com

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Sisters Eleanor Smith and Jennifer Dietrich Smith conceived this Logan Square boutique as an homage to their Midwestern upbringing, and the space has a fittingly homey, throwback vibe, with a curated assortment of men’s and women’s fashion, home décor, and accessories. 2319 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-904-8038; birdseye-rule .shoplightspeed.com/

BLAKE One of the city’s most exquisite shopping destinations, this go-to from veteran style mavens Marilyn Blaszka and Dominic Marcheschi features a smart, fastidiously edited selection from top-of-the-line designers like Balenciaga, Dries van Noten, Céline, and Marni. 212 W. Chicago Ave., 312-202-0047

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BURDI Trim, distinguished, and perpetually dapper, Rino Burdi is the ultimate ambassador for Gold Coast style. 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. Decades later, designer Rino carries on the family name with flair. 58 E. Walton St., 312-642-9166; burdiclothing.com

C.D. PEACOCK A Chicago jewelry institution since 1837, with three suburban shoppingcenter locations. Channel Grace Kelly with Mikimoto pearls, or go contemporary chic with timepieces from the likes of Gucci and Chanel.

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service, appraisals, and custom design, too. 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, 847-679-1837; E-140 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, 847-619-6560; 172 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, 630-571-5355; cdpeacock.com

footwear and showstopping gowns, jewelry, and accessories to men’s suits and street fashion from Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s latest collections. 68 E. Oak St., 312-2550630; dolcegabbana.com

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Among Chicago’s premier men’s clothiers, Daniel George offers an array of custom attire, from suits and blazers to dress shirts, overcoats, and tuxedos, plus belts, shoes, cuff links, and a variety of other accessories for the sharpdressed gentleman. 155 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 770, 312-729-5202; danielgeorgecustomsuits.com

DOLCE & GABBANA The Italian haute couture brand is one of the pinnacles of high fashion on Oak Street, with everything from vibrant

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by Maria Pinto ($475).

With 130 stores offering savings of up to 75 percent, this shopping center specializes in the international arbiters of chic, including Burberry, Prada, AllSaints, and St. John.

INSIDER TIP: Purchase a Green Savings Card for $5 from the Concierge Services desk on Level 1 for additional discounts. 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont, 847-9287500; fashionoutletsofchicago.com

GIORGIO ARMANI Milan style near the Mag Mile.

Explore the new Spring/Summer collection from this Italian fashion powerhouse at its Gold Coast headquarters, featuring filmy fabrics and loads of fringe for women and easy jackets and pants for men. 25 E. Oak St., 312-751-2244; armani.com

GRAFF DIAMONDS Renowned gemologist and Chicago store director Eve Rogers and her team showcase some of the most brilliant baubles in the world—from diamond-and-ruby-encrusted necklaces to extraordinary timepieces—at this jewelry leader’s Gold Coast location. 103 E. Oak St., 312-604-1000; graffdiamonds.com

GUCCI The Italian fashion giant has unveiled a super-sleek flagship at the north end of the Magnificent Mile, featuring the latest collections from designer Alessandro Michele, including the ultimate in luxe suiting and evening wear and the latest buzzed-about collab with street artist GucciGhost. 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-664-5504; gucci.com

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WHO: Director, Graff Diamonds (103 E. Oak St., 312-604-1000; graff

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diamonds.com). FAVE ’HOOD: “The Gold Coast, especially with the renaissance happening in the Oak Street area. It is the ultimate in luxury, easy to walk around, and has a small neighborhood feel.” INSPIRED

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ARCHITECTURE: “The Harris Theater (205 E. Randolph St., 312-

On-trend fashions from a curated mix of designers, like Victoria Beckham and Alexander Wang, with locations in three of the city’s hottest shopping districts: the Gold Coast, Lincoln Park’s Armitage Avenue, and Bucktown. 40 E. Delaware Pl., 312-640-2922; 841 W. Armitage Ave., 773-404-8766; 1633 N. Damen Ave., 773-2920894; intermixonline.com

334-7777; harristheaterchicago.org). The building design brilliantly connects the city with an open-air feel in the middle of Millennium Park.”

SUMMER LOVES: “Walks along the lakefront or a picnic at Ravinia (200 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park, 847-266-5100; ravinia.org). Just taking the time for a short walk along the lake makes you feel like you have had a little getaway.” LOCAL INDULGENCE: “I don’t really get that much ‘me time,’ so escaping to the Museum of Contemporary Art (220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-280-2660; mcachicago.org) for an hour to see the latest exhibit or a performance is my escape.” EVERY VISITOR

IWAN RIES This family-owned tobacco lovers’ paradise has been a Windy City institution for 160 years. Along with a world-class selection of merchandise—including 15,000 pipes, plus cigars, lighters, pipe tobaccos, and more—the business boasts an on-site BYOB smoking lounge unique to downtown Chicago. 19 S. Wabash Ave., 312-372-1306; iwanries.com

JAMES & SONS FINE JEWELERS The recipient of Hearts on Fire’s 2016 Global Retailer of the Year award, this service-focused business features luxe watches, jewelry, diamonds, and engagement rings.

1457 N. Halsted St., 773-3278800; 15234 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, 708-226-0800; 112 Indianapolis Blvd., Schererville, Indiana, 219-864-9090; jamesandsons.com

JIMMY CHOO The fine footwear favorite has taken its place among its fellow fashion behemoths in the Gold Coast, settling into a gleaming new storefront on Oak Street. Shop the international icon’s latest collections, from pumps, sandals, wedges, and boots for women to men’s sneakers and dress shoes, plus bags, belts, and other elegant leather goods and accessories. 114 E. Oak St., 312255-1170; jimmychoo.com

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SHOULD: “Take the Chicago Architecture Boat Tour (cruisechicago .com/architecture-tours). Definitely my all-time favorite thing to do in the city. There truly is no better way to see 20th- and 21st-century architecture at its best in one city.”

KAEHLER LUGGAGE Before embarking on your next getaway, be sure to visit this expanded outfitter to the jet set, which carries a wide selection of luxury travel brands, such as Tumi, Filson, Rimowa, and the boutique’s own chic Kaehler 1920 line, featuring duffels, briefcases, and accessories made with the Windy City’s own Horween leather. 900 N. Michigan Ave., Sixth Fl., 312-9518106; worldtraveler.com

LESTER LAMPERT Renowned for its stunning custommade pieces crafted on-site by expert gemologists, this famed familyowned Chicago jeweler has settled into a luxe new bilevel, 5,000-squarefoot River North showroom boasting a watch gallery and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and design room. 7 E. Huron St., 312-944-6888; lesterlampert.com

MARSHALL PIERCE & COMPANY With a watch- and clock-making heritage dating back to 1880s Sweden, the Bern family’s Chicago jewelry business adds serious sparkle to the

Magnificent Mile with a broadranging collection of timepieces, as well as bauble brands including Oscar Heyman, Roberto Coin, and Chicago’s own Dana Rebecca Designs. 960 N. Michigan Ave., 312642-4299; marshallpierce.com

MONCLER The ultimate in alpine-chic outerwear for men, women, and children, this French brand, now based in Italy, features everything from luxurious parkas, cardigans, and sweatshirts to shoes, luggage, scarves, and eyewear, all with the label’s signature outdoor-fabulous aesthetic. 33 E. Oak St., 312-3618573; moncler.com

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Oprah, Michelle Obama, Brooke Shields, the cast of Empire… Veteran Chicago fashion designer Maria Pinto has dressed them all. Browse her architecture- and design-inspired M2057 line of sculptural tops, dresses, pants, and more in signature monochromatic hues and new prints at her sleek Fulton Market District studio space. 833 W. Washington

Blvd., 888-868-2057; m2057.com

OXXFORD CLOTHES The only suit maker in the nation that tailors its custom garments by hand, this famous West Loop-based label has been a Chicago institution since its founding in 1916 by brothers Louis and Jacob Weinberg.

5635 S. Archer Ave., Unit 2, 312829-3600; oxxfordclothes.com

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Top designer brands (from Fendi and Balmain to Stella McCartney) and of-the-moment fashions are on tap at this style lover’s paradise, an upscale institution since the 1920s.

The seventh-floor restaurant, Sophie’s, is a chic dining destination for lunching ladies and gents.

700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-7995211; saks.com

VERSACE The ultimate Italian brand has returned to Chicago in an intimate bilevel space in the middle of the Gold Coast action, where loyal customers can peruse every one of Donatella Versace’s latest runway

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BEAUTY & FITNESS NEW ANATOMY REDEFINED Focusing on the body as well as the mind, this impeccably designed West Loop studio features a broad range of offerings, including both private and group Pilates classes, sound meditations, healing/Reiki sessions, community events, and more. 1241 W. Madison St., 312833-3280; anatomyredefined.com

ATI PHYSICAL THERAPY From physical therapy to sports medicine, women’s health, home health, and fitness centers, this network of skilled therapists offers a slate of innovative services. 326 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 324, 312-2295271; 600 W. Van Buren St., Ste. 109, 312-268-6050; 939 W. North Ave., 312-951-1952; atipt.com

BARRY’S BOOTCAMP The international fitness phenomenon brings its full-body workout experience to Chicago with a megastudio in River North—at 7,000 square feet, its largest in the world— and a just-opened location in the heart of Lincoln Park. 9 W. Erie St., 312-202-0840; 1937 N. Halsted St., 773-857-0901; barrysbootcamp.com

BLUE MERCURY The luxe beauty retailer established by husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Barry and Marla Malcolm Beck has arrived in River North. From premier brands like La Mer and Guerlain to the M-61 Powerful Skincare line (created by Marla herself), this is an essential stop for the best in makeup, scents, bath, and body. 356 N. Clark St.; 2208 N. Halsted St., 773-3276900; 3512 N. Southport Ave., 773-868-1300; bluemercury.com

BROOKLYN BOULDERS Reach new heights at this 25,000-

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square-foot rock-climbing center in the West Loop, which draws both amateur and veteran enthusiasts of bouldering, auto-belay, rappelling, top-roping, and lead climbing. Yoga classes, a weight room, and a workspace with free Wi-Fi round out the offerings. 100 S. Morgan St., 312-2680002; brooklynboulders.com

CHUAN SPA In the posh Langham Hotel just north of the Chicago River, this premier spa offers a complete menu of treatments, from massages to scrubs and body wraps. For summer, try the Neroli Blossom Sensory Experience, an 80-minute treatment featuring a eucalyptus-infused foot cleansing ritual and a lymphatic dry brush technique followed by a massage. 330 N. Wabash Ave., 312-923-7650; chuanspa.com/chicago

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LAKE STREET BARBERING CO. Owners Manny Koop and Ralf Laboy head up this popular Fulton Market District grooming destination, which draws a diverse clientele for sharp cuts and a collegial, kid-friendly vibe, complete with a backroom pool table. 1010 W. Lake St., 312-2439367; facebook.com/lakestreetbarbers

LEAH CHAVIE SKINCARE BOUTIQUE In her intimate spa and adjacent boutique, noted skincare professional Leah Chavie offers a range of treatments and services for men,

events. 900 North Michigan Shops; 284 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook; 499 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, 847-202-1900; tricoci.com

NOMI SPA One of the city’s most luxurious hotels, the Park Hyatt boasts a spa to match. The seventh-floor getaway tempts with treatments such as custom massages and polishes, as well as the exclusive HydraFacial, which exfoliates, rehydrates, and nourishes the skin. 800 N. Michigan Ave., 7th Fl., 312-3351234; parkhyattchicago.com

RE’LUXE NAIL & SPA BOUTIQUE This new addition to River North

THE CORE METHOD Founded by Pilates instructor Lily Horowitz in 1998, this fitness boutique has become a North Shore go-to for those who wish to strengthen, tone, and transform the body, with a particular focus on core development for a “total body experience.” 300 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, 847-6827661; coremethodpilates.com

COWSHED SPA Soho House’s posh, of-the-moment vibe extends to its sleek lobby-level spa, which beckons with five treatment rooms—perfect for signature facials, body wraps, scrubs, and massages— and six mani-pedi chairs.

INSIDER TIP: For a $15 supplement, get a 15-minute scalp massage during any nail treatment—so worth it. 113125 N. Green St., 312-754-6915; cowshed.com/chicago

DR. YATES LIFESTYLE MED William Yates, MD, provides treatments as wide-ranging as minimally invasive permanent hair restoration and stem cell therapy to slow the effects of aging (and, soon to come, organic facials, eyelash extensions, injectables, and laser facial rejuvenation). 213 N. Stetson Ave.; 565 Lakeview Pkwy., Ste.

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women, and teens, from detoxifying body wraps and signature facials to acne treatments, stem cell therapy, and hair removal. 2457 N. Halsted St., 773-327-7051; leahchavie.com

MARIO TRICOCI With a staff of expert aestheticians, renowned hair guru Mario Tricoci’s beauty destinations are glamorous one-stop shops for makeup, hair, and luxe spa treatments.

INSIDER TIP: The newly expanded 900 North Michigan Shops location boasts a second-floor loft space perfect for bridal parties and group

takes nail care to the next level with an unrivaled lineup of posh services, like the Champagne Delight, the Hot Chocolate Escape, and the Peppermint Land Pedi, while dedicated spa rooms offer body waxing, eyebrow tinting, eyelash extensions, and other treatments. 512 N. Franklin St., 312-964-5290; reluxenail spaboutique.com

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From advanced facials and peels to micro-needling, CoolSculpting cellulite treatments, Botox, diet and nutrition counseling, and more, this River West medspa offers a comprehensive selection of premier beauty treatments. 777 N. Green St., Fourth Fl., 312-755-0088; soluxmedspa.com

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Clear your mind, work your body, and discover why this acclaimed community-based indoor cycling program has swept the nation.

Forty-five-minute classes promise intense cardio, a full-body workout, and even core-targeting choreography. Multiple locations; soul-cycle.com

hundreds of top-shelf brands at this billion-dollar Chicago-based beauty standby. 1107 S. Delano Ct. E., 312-583-0554; 16 S. Halsted St., 312-243-0411; 1000 W. North Ave., 312-664-0230; 1300 N. Ashland Ave., 773-227-7615; 3015 N. Clark St., 773-348-7315; 2754 N. Clybourn Ave., 773-472-6720; 5228 S. Lake Park Ave., 773-947-9066; ulta.com

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common cold, jet lag, and sinusitis, as well as to maximize athletic performance. 1347 N. Wells St., 312-350-1822; ivmechicago.com

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This River North-based practice takes a dramatically different approach to health care, with teams of doctors, coaches, nutritionists, and recovery specialists to help patients regain health and take control of their own lives. 750 N. Orleans, Ste. 101, 312-566-4210; shiftlife.com

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Calling itself “the anti-ER experience,” this spalike clinic practices hydration therapy in the form of intravenously administered fluids and vitamins to help alleviate myriad ailments, from the common hangover to the

Formerly the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, this pioneering medical facility is one of the world’s leading authorities on rehabilitation research and practice. The new $550 million, 1.2 million-square-foot

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the firstever “translational” research hospital, in which clinicians, scientists, innovators, and technologists work together in the same space, 24/7, attending to patients, discovering new approaches, and quickly “translating” research into practical therapies. 345 E. Superior St.,312-238-1000; ric.org

WELLER DENTAL Treat your teeth to top-of-the-line service with a visit to Dr. Jeffrey Weller, whose specialties include a full slate of cosmetic, restorative, and preventative treatments: crowns and veneers, implants and bridges, Invisalign braces, periodontal therapy, and more.

1050 N. State St., Mezzanine Level, 312-654-0606; 920 N. York Road, Hinsdale, 630-654-2900; wellerdental.com

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The first spa in the city to offer cryofacial technology, this forwardthinking River North wellness destination, in the Dana Hotel, features a broad range of services, from citrus mimosa mani-pedis to waxing, Swedish and hot stone massages, and even a 24-karat-gold facial. 660 N. State St., 312-202-6040; spaatdana.com

Ct., 312-360-0234; jazzshowcase.com). The entertainment is

SPOKE & WEAL Lakeview gets a dose of glam with this new Aveda salon in the historic Belmont Theater, which celebrity hairstylist Jon Reyman and acclaimed colorist Christine Thompson have transformed into a 2,800-square-foot den of beauty, offering a full menu of cut and color services. 1637 W. Belmont Ave., 872-817-7100; spokeandweal.com/chicago

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diverse, and the most avid music lovers gather there. It’s easy to bump into a jazz legend just relaxing and jamming to the band.

Plus, I can walk home!” HIDDEN GEM: “The view of Lake Michigan and the skyline from the park behind Montrose Harbor. It’s such a peaceful scene, and a nice place to think or just appreciate life in Chicago.” CONSTANT CRAVING: “Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria (multiple locations; loumalnatis.com).

Nothing compares.” FAVE ARCHITECTURE: “The Wrigley Building (400 N. Michigan Ave.) and the Tribune Tower (435 N. Michigan Ave.) across the street. I love the neo-Gothic feel [of the Tribune Tower], and the fact that it took only two years from construction to opening is extraordinary.” SUMMER PLANS: “Enjoying the festivals, spending time with family and friends outdoors, EXPO Chicago (September 13–17, Navy Pier, 312-867-9220; expochicago.com)... and the new David Yurman store opening!” ULTIMATE INDULGENCE: “Chicago ‘B&B’—boating and barbecuing.”

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Avenue, which features the debut of the Beauty TIP (Teach, Inspire, Play) Workshop, offering group classes, tutorials galore, and an online retail gallery called the Beauty Board.

INSIDER TIP: Discover the exclusiveto-Chicago fragrance studio where customers can explore favorite scents and receive a custom fragrance consultation. 605 N. Michigan Ave., 312-649-9343; sephora.com

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Team décor: East meets west as Rhode Island’s O&G Studio debuts a bold furniture and lighting collection for Portlandbased manufacturer and retailer Rejuvenation, featuring the striking Jena buffet lamp ($899) and old-school-contemporary O&G rocking chair ($999).

PORTLAND MEETS RHODE ISLAND IN THE LATEST COLLECTION FROM CHIC GENERAL STORE REJUVENATION. Since its founding in 1977, Portland, Oregon-based Rejuvenation has become known as a go-to home store among those in the know for its highly curated assortment of goods, from restored and made-in-the-USA lighting to furniture, kitchen accessories, hardware, and antique and vintage décor. Now, the company has teamed up with Warren, Rhode Island’s O&G Studio on a striking new 49-piece collection inspired by classic American design. The handiwork of O&G partners Jonathan Glatt and Sara Ossana, the line includes benches and chairs that take cues from both Shaker and Federal styles; the Contrapesso lighting collection, which draws inspiration from gaslights; and sculptural solid brass hardware that shows Glatt’s background in jewelry design—all available at the company’s new North Side boutique. 1000 W. North Ave., 312-475-1237; rejuvenation.com

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WHO: Founder/Owner/Creative Director, Randolph Street Market (1340 W. Washington Blvd., 312-666-1200; randolphstreetmarket.com).

HOME ’HOOD: “I consider myself a Hyde Parker—even though my husband and I recently moved to Lakeview, where both of my parents grew up. I love Hyde Park’s diversity and all the super-smart U of Chicago students and faculty.” GO-TO SPOT: “Cafe Spiaggia (980 N. Michigan Ave., 312-280-2750; spiaggiarestaurant.com/cafe) is always bright and delicious.” HIDDEN GEM: “Sophie’s (700 N. Michigan Ave., 312-525-3400; sophies.com), in the Saks building—love the size and amazing view.” FAVE CITY SPACE: “Promontory Point (5491 S. Shore Dr., 312-742-5369), a beautiful grassy peninsula that extends into the lake and is surrounded by limestone sunbathing ledges. Perfect place to read a book, picnic, and swim.” SUMMER PLANS: “Grant Park Music Fest (205 E. Randolph St., 312-742-7638; grantparkmusicfestival .com)!” ULTIMATE INDULGENCE: “Going to the Music Box Theatre (3733 N. Southport Ave., 773-871-6604; musicboxtheatre.com) for a weekday matinée—and the best movie theater popcorn in Chicago.”

ANTIQUES & GALLERIES JOEL OPPENHEIMER, INC. This renowned natural history art gallery has settled into its new digs in the gorgeously restored annex of the Chicago landmark Tree Studios building in River North. Covering more than 3,200 square feet on three floors, the space serves as a showcase for Oppenheimer’s extensive collection of artworks depicting the natural world. 10 E. Ohio St., 312-642-5300; audubonart.com

P.O.S.H. “Tableware that tells a story” is the motto at this whimsical boutique in Tree Studios in the heart of River North. From hotel and estate silver to jewelry, glassware, china and dinnerware, and accessories, shop a wide array of tony American and European antiques. 613 N. State St., 312-280-1602; poshchicago.com

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INSIDER TIP: Check the market’s website for discounted admission, season passes, and more. 1340 W. Washington Blvd., 312-666-1200; randolphstreetmarket.com

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ATTORNEYS JEFFREY M. LEVING, LTD. Jeffrey Leving’s passion for fathers’ rights fuels the success of this longstanding Loop law practice focusing on family law, divorce, and child custody. Leving is a true expert in these matters, having penned works like How To Be a Good Divorced

Dad, Divorce Wars, and Fathers’ Rights. 19 S. LaSalle St., Ste. 1500, 312-807-3990; dadsrights.com

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This team of attorneys headquartered in the Loop and led by Tom Petrelli specializes in high-asset divorce cases as well as adoption, estate planning, and more. The firm offers a free and confidential initial consultation. 180 N. Stetson Ave., Ste. 3500, 312-2522085; petrellilawchicago.com

AUTO DEALERS BOB LOQUERCIO AUTO GROUP This respected auto dealer services the city and suburbs with brands like Honda, Hyundai, and Toyota. 5625 N. Broadway, 800-710-7311; 4950 S. Pulaski Road, 888-507-9472; 1600 W. Lake St., Streamwood, 888-4659840; 1200 E. Chicago St., Elgin, 773-728-5000; blautogroup.com

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EVENTS, ETC. ELI’S CHEESECAKE A Chicago institution since it made its debut at the first Taste of Chicago in 1980, this super-creamy confection invented by Eli Schulman has been praised by Chicago mayors, US Presidents, and celebrities galore.

Classic flavors like original plain, chocolate chip, and strawberry are complemented with newer varieties such as cookie butter and chocolate hazelnut crunch. 6701 W. Forest Preserve Dr., 800-354-2253; elicheesecake.com

KEHOE DESIGNS Tom Kehoe’s full-service event design company pulls out all the stops for see-it-to-believe-it soirées at venues all over town—including Kehoe’s own astonishing new 25,000-square-foot venue, The Geraghty, which features 22-foot ceilings, an in-house liquor license, and Wi-Fi for up to 1,000 devices. 2555 S. Leavitt St., 312-4210030; kehoedesigns.com

PARAMOUNT EVENTS With an emphasis on all things local and the goal of bringing restaurantquality food to every event, this respected caterer headed by Jodi Fyfe crafts inventive creations like squash and leek fritters and bite-sized fish and chips for weddings, galas, corporate events, and other social gatherings. 1932 W. Lake St., 773-880-8044; paramounteventschicago.com

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HOME DÉCOR CASA SPAZIO Set in the heart of the River North gallery and design district, this sleek, 5,200-square-foot showroom spotlights a luxe collection of modern, Italian-made furniture essentials for living, working, and entertaining, from platform beds and dining tables to rugs, sofas, and kitchens. 222 W. Hubbard St., 312-8280888; casaspazio.com

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Established in 1908, this Bauhausdriven kitchen designer specializes in sleek, luxurious cabinetry and accessories for the contemporary home in an assortment of high-end finishes, from oak, walnut, and brushed pine veneers to elegant yet functional worktops in stainless steel, quartz, and glass. 300 W. Hubbard St., 312-2228700; eggersmannusa.com

FRAGRANT DESIGN Whether it’s the grandest of weddings or a corporate event, a gala or an intimate private party, this West Loop-based company offers a comprehensive range of stylish, one-of-a-kind floral and event décor services at venues across Chicago.

Specialties of founder and president Nadine Horwitz and her creative team include centerpieces, lighting accents, window displays, holiday decorations, and more. 316 N. Loomis St., 312-5463044; fragrantdesign.com

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BY STUDIO 41 The premier name in bath design, Wisconsin-based company Kohler showcases its wares—from classic fixtures to spa tubs and high-tech toilets—in this sleek, contemporary River North space. 322 W. Hubbard St., 312-755-2510; kohlersignature.com

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LINLY DESIGNS Established in 2002, this upscale interior design firm servicing the Western suburbs and beyond boasts a 10,000square-foot showroom featuring a slate of high-end manufacturers and an array of services ranging from remodeling and window treatments to decorative painting and floral arrangements. 445 W. Ogden Ave., Clarendon Hills, 630-769-5099; linlydesigns.com

LUMINAIRE From lighting and storage to indoor and outdoor furniture and accessories, this luxury furnishings company brings some of the world’s finest and most forward-thinking design pieces to its River North gallery district showroom.

301 W. Superior St., 312-664-9582; luminaire.com

MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS For more than 25 years, this North Carolina-based luxury home furnishings label has offered eco-friendly, American-made elegance that’s ideal for those entertaining guests as well as those who’d rather curl up and stay in.

Invest in comfortably chic essentials for living, dining, sleep, and more at the brand’s airy 10,000square-foot signature store in the

Clybourn Corridor. 1555 N. Halsted St., 312-397-3135; mgbwhome.com

ROCHE BOBOIS Add a certain je ne sais quoi to your home courtesy of this Parisian retailer of modern design. A stylish, cutting-edge force for more than 50 years— and noted for championing environmentally conscious design—Roche Bobois’s iconic pieces include the Mah Jong sofa, which has been reinterpreted by the likes of Missoni and Jean Paul Gaultier. 222 W. Hubbard St., 312-955-0275; roche-bobois.com

ROOM & BOARD Since its opening in 2003, this superstylish, 46,000-square-foot showroom just off the Magnificent Mile has brought a world of luxe interior décor to the buzzing River North neighborhood with three floors of American-crafted, classic-meetscontemporary home essentials, from chic furniture to accessories, lighting, and rugs. 55 E. Ohio St., 312-2220970; roomandboard.com

STUDIO 41 This River North home design showroom carries 110 premier brands to help your dream home come to life, from cabinetry and hardware to tubs,

vanities, and custom drapery. 225 W. Hubbard St., 312-321-5900; shopstudio41.com

TABULA TUA Décor, tableware, and gifts are the focus of this charming Lincoln Park boutique, which features high-end lines like Raynaud and L’Objet fine china, stunning vases by Caleb Siemon and Anna Weatherley, and sumptuous goblets, flutes, and other assorted drinkware from Artel. 1015 W. Armitage Ave., 773-525-0816; tabulatua.com

HOTELS THE ALISE Hospitality group StayPineapple has unveiled its first Chicago property in the former Hotel Burnham with playful amenities like daily cupcakes and complimentary bicycles for cruising around town. 1 W. Washington St., 312-940-7997; thealisechicago.com

DANA HOTEL Located in the heart of bustling River North, this boutique hotel and spa offers a soothing respite from the city by balancing the latest tech with luxe amenities. An earth-toned aesthetic of natural sustainable woods and the

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The SOURCE: SPACE PARK HYATT Rising over the historic Water Tower at the north end of the Magnificent Mile, this elegant, contemporary-chic property’s rooms boast modern artwork and sweeping views of the city and Lake Michigan. NoMI Kitchen restaurant and the Spa at NoMI are must-try locals’ destinations in themselves. 800 N. Michigan Ave., 312-335-1234; chicago.park.hyatt.com

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GODFREY HOTEL One of the city’s hottest hotels, this chic River North space boasts 221 stylishly appointed guest rooms and suites and is also home to two neighborhood dining and nightlife favorites: lobby-level Italian must-try Dolce Italian and fourth-floor indoor/ outdoor rooftop lounge IO Godfrey.

127 W. Huron St., 312-649-2000; godfreyhotelchicago.com

THE GRAY This buzzed-about new hotel by Kimpton has made a splashy debut in the Financial District’s majestically restored New York Life Insurance Building, and boasts opulent design fused with modern touches. South American-inspired rooftop bar Boleo and library-chic mixology hot spot Vol. 39 are can’t-miss destinations.

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A block from the Mag Mile, this new boutique property from Marriott’s Autograph Collection is inspired by the connection between art and science, with design that takes cues from DaVinci and on-site restaurant Albert, named for history’s most famous scientist. 228 E. Ontario St., 312-915-0000; hotelemc2.com

HYATT REGENCY With more than 2,000 guest rooms, a full-service business center, and 240,000 square feet of event space, this expansive hotel (the city’s largest) located along the Chicago River is a magnet for both corporate and leisure-minded travelers. 151 E. Wacker Dr., 312-565-1234; chicagoregency.hyatt.com

KINZIE HOTEL A prime setting in the heart of the River North dining and nightlife district plus luxe amenities like 42-inch flat-screen LED TVs, a 24-hour fitness center, pet-friendly rooms, and an

evening cocktail reception equal one very chic boutique hotel. 20 W. Kinzie St., 312-395-9000; kinziehotel.com

THE LANGHAM Consistently named among the top hotels in the world since its opening in 2013, this sumptuous retreat from the London-based luxury hospitality brand offers 24-hour butler service and a prime vantage point of the city from its iconic setting in Mies van der Rohe’s 1971 IBM Building.

INSIDER TIP: Taste the luxe life with afternoon tea in the lobby-level Pavilion. 330 N. Wabash Ave., 312923-9988; langhamhotels.com/chicago

LOEWS HOTEL Tucked away in Streeterville, between Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier, this gleaming high-rise is a brilliant addition to the skyline, and boasts 400 guest rooms (including 25 luxury suites) plus all-day dining destination ETA, which features craft cocktails.

455 N. Park Dr., 312-840-6600; loewshotels.com/chicago-downtown

THE RITZ-CARLTON Chicago hospitality veteran Peter Simoncelli has stepped into the GM role at this newly renovated Windy City institution, which boasts four-star service, a recently added Club Lounge, chic dining destination Deca, and a state-ofthe-art fitness center, all adjacent to Chicago shopping institution Water Tower Place. 160 E. Pearson St., 312-266-1000; ritzcarlton.com

SOFITEL CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE This angular, 32-floor glass high-rise is an ultra-sleek dose of Parisian joie de vivre in the city’s Gold Coast. Boasting 415 luxury guest rooms, two must-try dining and drinking spots in Café des Architectes and Le Bar, and 10,000 square feet of meeting space, it’s an appealing option with serious Continental flair. 20 E. Chestnut St., 312-324-4000; sofitel-chicago.com

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Thanks to a just-finished $20 million renovation, the 90-year-old Talbott Hotel is gleaming again, with all-new rooms from renowned Chicago designer Kara Mann.

This elegant oasis just off Michigan Avenue recently celebrated its 15th anniversary in town with a next-level renovation and expansion to more than 300 guest rooms and suites. The on-site spa just might be the city’s best.

INSIDER TIP: Lobby-level hideaway The Bar is one of the city’s classiest, clubbiest watering holes. 108 E. Superior St., 312337-2888; chicago.peninsula.com

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A just-completed $20 million renovation has breathed new life into this beloved 90-year-old Gold Coast institution, with interiors by renowned designer Kara Mann, all-new guest rooms, refreshed public areas, and new dining concept 20 East. 20 E. Delaware Pl., 312-944-4970; jdvhotels.com/ the-talbott

THOMPSON HOTEL Contemporary, hip design from renowned British creative Tara Bernard, one of the city’s best hotel restaurants in One Off Hospitality Group’s Nico Osteria, and a picture-perfect location in the heart of the Gold Coast make the Thompson a truly sophisticated urban haven for cosmopolitan travelers. 21 E. Bellevue Pl., 312-266-2100; thompsonhotels.com

REAL ESTATE @PROPERTIES Founders Michael Golden and Thaddeus Wong have built their award-winning Chicago-based firm into the top independent residential real estate brokerage firm in the state—as well as one of the top 12 in the country. 618 W. Fulton St., 312-491-0200; atproperties.com

BAIRD & WARNER Born in Chicago in 1855, this real estate company offers an array of services in the luxury market, from home buying and selling to relocation services, title services, and mobility solutions across the Chicagoland area. 737 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 1800, 312-6407010; bairdwarner.com

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES KOENIGRUBLOFF REALTY GROUP Whether you’re in the market to buy or sell, this major real estate brokerage firm, one of the world’s

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most highly regarded, is a magnet for in-hot-demand, multimillion-dollar Chicago listings. 980 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 900, 312-284-3500; berkshirehathawayhs.com

Set to open in August, new 300-unit rental tower Landmark West Loop boasts stunning skyline views and premier amenities like a landscaped sun deck and state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga studio.

CONLON/CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE With six offices in Chicagoland, this elite boutique brokerage firm established by The Deed star Sean Conlon is a force in luxury real estate in neighborhoods across the city, the North Shore, and the Western suburbs. 2044 W. Roscoe St., 312-733-7201; conlonrealestate.com

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This celebrated Chicago/North Shore affiliate of the global Sotheby’s network offers an expansive portfolio of luxury properties and a decadeslong reputation for excellence. 55 E. Erie St., 312-837-1111; 425 W. North Ave., 312-751-0300; 100 E. Station St., Barrington, 847-381-7100; 2934 Central St., Evanston, 847-869-7300; 586 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, 847-7165152; jamesonsir.com

At 1,186 feet tall, this Jeanne Gangdesigned architectural marvel is set to be the city’s third-tallest building. The latest achievement in Magellan Development Group’s Lakeshore East master plan, the $1 billion property will house a five-star hotel as well as the Vista Residences, with one-bedroom apartments starting at $1 million.

Sales office: 375 E. Wacker Dr., 312-620-8000; vistatowerchicago.com

NEW LANDMARK WEST LOOP Floor-to-ceiling windows with city views; luxe kitchens with Bosch appliances; and five-star amenities like a dog run, demo kitchen, and “living library” with high-speed Wi-Fi add to the appeal of this brand-new residential tower in the booming Fulton Market district. 1035 W. Van Buren St., 312-775-1035; landmarkwestloop.com

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312-357-1200; londonhousechicago.com). LOCAL CRAVING: “Chicagostyle hot dogs, because we’re the only ones who do them the right way (no ketchup!). Nothing beats Gene and Jude’s (2720 River Road, River Grove, 708-452-7634; geneandjudes.com) hot dogs at 2 am after a night out—not to mention the hand-cut fries that come with.” HIDDEN GEM: “Imperial Shoe Crafters (70 E. Lake St., 312-781-0932; imperial-shoecrafters.com), my go-to shoe repair/shine shop. They represent the type of people this city is made of: hard working, personable, reliable, and easy to talk to.”

FAVE CITY SPACE: “The intersection of Michigan and Wacker. Of course, outside of it being the location of LondonHouse, it’s the most iconic intersection in the city—it’s where Chicago was established [at Fort Dearborn].” SUMMER LOVE: “The rooftops. We’re lucky to have the best rooftop experiences in this city; any new building wants to ensure they have one, and any existing building wishes they had one.”

ULTIMATE INDULGENCE: “For me it has to be food-related, and I love Portillo’s (100 W. Ontario St., 312-587-8910; portillos.com) chocolate cake—it’s my go-to when I’m craving something sweet, whether for a quick dessert or when I need to supply the cake for a party.”

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The Women’s Board of Lincoln Park Zoo will host its 40th Anniversary Zoo Ball, “The Mane Event,” on Friday, July 14. Proceeds will support a new state-of-the-art Visitor Center for the zoo, a worldwide leader in conservation and free to all 365 days a year.

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STYLING V I S I T A B O U T I QU E O R B O O K A N A P P O I N TM E N T TO E X P E R I E N C E A P E R S O N A LI Z E D F IT A N D S T Y L E SE S S I O N. LINGERIE | SWIMWEAR | NIGHTWEAR | SHAPEWEAR BRAS AVAIL ABLE FROM A-K CUPS

CHICAGO BOUTIQUE 900 SHOPS, CHICAGO, IL OAKBROOK BOUTIQUE OAKBROOK CENTER, OAKBROOK, IL

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