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According to Mother Nature’s schedule, we had an appointment set with spring for March 20th. Well it turns out somebody forgot to set their Blackberry reminder, because spring has not quite sprung in Chicago yet. Thankfully, I gracefully bowed out of the ever-risky Shamrock Shuffle this year because, in true Chicago fashion, we were doused with one (hopefully) last winter storm. However, that did not stop thousands of Chicagoans from bearing the conditions and jogging through Mother Nature’s forgetfulness. And although spring may not be in full bloom yet, IMAGE definitely has some exciting growth to share…

While many of you spent the brutal winter months hibernating in your trendy condos or apartments, the IMAGE team was hard at work revamping the look and feel of the magazine, only to emerge this spring with a fresh new face. And as you flip the pages I think you will continue to be pleasantly surprised by our new “IMAGE.” Even better—you will now be able to find the magazine once per month! So it’s certainly an exciting time for IMAGE Magazine and will undoubtedly be a beautiful season in Chicago. We hope you thoroughly enjoy both.

This month we are featuring the multi-talented and always ravishing girl next door, Holly Madison. Senior writer Andy Argyrakis got a chance to catch up with our cover girl earlier this month. The blonde bunny dishes on her latest headline show in Vegas, her time spent with the “sweet and mellow” Hugh Hef, and life in the public eye. See how the actress/model and woman of many talents describes her IMAGE on page 16.

We have a variety of talented contributors this month and I think, editorially and aesthetically, we have definitely matured.

This issue is only a glimpse into the rich Chi-town fashion, beauty, and entertainment content you can expect to see month to month.

I’d like to thank all of our contributors and design team for making this one of the best issues we’ve had in the last four years!

Enjoy the issue.

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Contents 16

volume 5 | issue 1

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24 54 6 From the Editor

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52 Sunny with a Chance of Style

12 Your Best IMAGE | Gold Coast Bentley

54 Tie Me Down

16 IMAGE Asks | Holly Madison

62 Your Best IMAGE | Y Bar Thursdays

24 Mischief Maker

66 Top 10 in 2010 | Make Your Fitness Goals Stick

32 Your Best IMAGE | J Bar

70 Your Best IMAGE | Vertigo Sky

34 Chicago Booze & Schmooze, Recession Style

72 John Travolta at the Drake

40 Fashion & Design

74 Your Best IMAGE | Bull & Bear

44 The Spring Glow Conundrum

76 Say Goodbye to Dry Winter Skin

50 Life (and Love) in the Fast Lane

79 Your Best IMAGE | Crescendo

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n Thursday, February 11th Helping Hands Forever hosted a Masquerade Ball benefiting New Hope Center at Gold Coast Bentley, located on 834 N. Rush St. Attendees brought their own exquisite masks, and New Hope participants also created masks for the event. The evening featured food provided by Mercadito, signature cocktails provided by Nuvo and Diageo, a variety of silent auction items from Blackhawks tickets to 4 hours of a chauffeured Bentley, models showcasing masquerade makeup, a stilt walker and a psychic, Best Mask prizes, and an afterparty at The Underground, located at 56 W. Illinois.

Jenny Sepulveda, founder of Helping Hands Forever, hosted the event while Arturo Gomez of Rockit Ranch Productions emceed the event.

Sepulveda said, “We were so pleased to have such an amazing turnout and raise awareness for such an important cause, especially since this was New Hope’s first event in the city. We had an incredible evening and it’s all thanks to compassionate community members and friends who came out and showed their support.”

Proceeds of the Masquerade Ball benefited New Hope Center, a community service agency that provides services to enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and promote community integration. New Hope Center strives to provide meaningful life experiences that instill a sense of purpose and accomplishment. For more information about the organization, visit www.newhopecenterinc.com.

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About Helping Hands Forever: Helping Hands Forever, Inc.’s “Changing Lives One Event at a Time” is a special events marketing organization that hosts social events at premiere Chicago venues to connect local, low-profile non-profits with high-profile professionals to raise funds and awareness for their causes. The organization has sponsored events to benefit Autism, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and CAWC (Connections for Abused Women and Their Children). Visit www.HelpingHandsForever. com for more details and to subscribe to the Helping Hands Forever mailing list.

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Not Just Another Girl Next Door

BY ANDY ARGYRAKIS Photography by Josh Ryan

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he may be best known for her extensive time on the Playboy-themed The Girls Next Door, but Holly Madison is much more than merely a reality show star.

She’s compiled a book based on the program, graced countless magazine covers (including Hugh Hefner’s aforementioned publication), served as a photo editor for that very periodical, appeared on a slew of talk shows (Larry King Live, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Late, Late Show With Craig Ferguson, The Tyra Banks Show) and racked up a lengthy list of movie and television credits (Dancing With the Stars, House Bunny, Scary Movie 4, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Entourage, The Apprentice).

These days, the actress/model and woman of many talents is based in Las Vegas headlining Peepshow at the Planet Hollywood Hotel and shooting a brand new reality show based on her life in Sin City. Here’s more from the mouth of Madison on all of the above, plus exclusive comments about living in the public eye, her career influences, and personal IMAGE. IMAGE: How do you display all your magazine covers?

Holly Madison: I’m making a collection and having them all framed. I have a suite at Planet Hollywood and I also just bought a house, but I’ll probably keep most of them in my suite.

IMage: How’s Las Vegas treating you?

HM: There’s always something to do!

I’m on a break from Peepshow at the moment, so that’s allowed me to see some shows I haven’t been able to see yet. Last night I got to go see Jersey Boys and I loved it! There’s always something to do and there’s always so many people in town you can relate to. Most of the population in the city is made up of tourists at any given time, so when you count the full time [residents], it’s a lot like a small-town sense of community.

television. I had a good time doing The Girls Next Door and I’m working with the same company for my spinoff, Holly’s World. I feel like I come alive when the cameras are around and that’s almost real life to me. Some people might think being on camera is not real life and being off camera is real life. I don’t feel the opposite, but I do feel like when the cameras are on, it adds an extra dimension to my life and I feel even more alive.

IMaGe: What are you adding to the show when it starts back up?

HM: We’re in rehearsals again right now to add a few numbers and change a few things for it to re-open March 1.

We’re customizing a new number for me and every number is going to be fairy tale or nursery rhyme-themed, done in a very glamorous way. Right now we’re working on a Miss Muffet number with a spider web and a spider, which is gonna be really cool.

IMaGe: How authentic was the reality aspect of The Girls Next Door?

HM: Well we didn’t really have to stage much because Bridget [Marquardt], Kendra [Wilkinson], and I are good characters as far as contrasting one another. I’d say it’s a concentrated version of real life because, in a way, it doesn’t include everything like sitting around studying or reading, because that would look boring. It concentrates on the more fun, energetic side of life that would make for good television.

IMaGe: Do you prefer being on stage or on the TV screen?

HM: Well I love being on the stage because we have such a little family with the whole cast and crew, plus it’s a lot of fun to interact with the audience.

It’s a good workout, requires a lot of energy, and it’s a lot more instant gratification than any other medium.

But I’m also really fond of taping for

IMaGe: What’s Hugh really like in real life?

HM: He’s really sweet and mellow and just likes to have time with his friends. He has movie nights and likes to make historical notes to give people background on the film beforehand.

He sells himself as a party guy, but he’s a hard worker too. All day he’s in his office working on the magazine.

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IMAGE: Is it liberating or intimidating when posing for a provocative spread?

HM: It depends on the context and as much of the photo shoot that you’re in control. For me, the opportunity came along after living in the [Playboy] mansion for a long time. [The Playboy cover] was something I always wanted to do, so it didn’t feel intimidating.

IMaGe: How do you classify your career?

HM: I don’t see myself as a model.

It’s something I like to do if the opportunity comes along, but I also work a lot behind the scenes. Right now I’m designing a program for Peepshow and working on a book about a young woman’s guide to Vegas with some off-the-beaten-path ideas. There are two sides to my personality: the fun and superficial career, but also the behind the scenes side because I know the other side’s not going to last forever. I like to give myself a campy title like “blonde bombshell” because I don’t really think there’s one way to classify what I do, but I have my hands in everything and think of myself as a businesswomen.

IMaGe: Who are your influences when it comes to having overall success in the entertainment industry?

HM: I’ve always really liked Marilyn Monroe and Madonna growing up. They are definitely the ideal examples of successful people in the entertainment industry. I also really like Jenny McCarthy, who continues to be one of my heroes.

Her work on behalf of her son for autism is really commendable. She has a great personality and heart.

IMaGe: How did your appearance on Dancing With the Stars expand your fan base?

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I don’t see myself as a model.

It’s something I like to do if the opportunity comes along, but I also work a lot behind the scenes.

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Some people see me as a blonde Playboy model...I just have a lot more to offer than that.

HM: It was amazing and came along at the perfect time when I was going through a rough patch in my life. It not only helped me get back on track, but it gave me something to pour my heart into and rise up to the challenge.

I was on for a month and it definitely gave me some name recognition.

Each week about 22 million people watched Dancing With the Stars, which, on E!, you’re lucky if 5 million people watch. It was huge exposure and led to everyone from old ladies to little kids coming up to me in the airport.

It was kind of fun to be recognized as something else other than The Girls Next Door or being Hugh’s girlfriend.

IMAGE: Do you like being out in the nightlife or home relaxing in your spare time?

HM: I like both. I really like going out in Vegas, not necessarily clubbing, but seeing events and friends. At home, there’s nothing that makes me happier than reading a book. I also love doing those stupid little things like unpacking dishes at my house and just simple, ordinary things.

IMAGE: Have you run into any cool celebrities as of late?

HM: I mostly just hang with people from my show and a lot of my friends.

I’ve had Penn & Teller and Terry Fator on my show and want to include more

people. Some stars in town like Cher don’t live here full time, but I got to meet Elton John when he was here and it was one of my favorite shows I’ve seen in town. Backstage he had a huge bobble head collection and I saw he had mine, Bridget’s, and Kendra’s.

Even though he has about 500, I was really excited he had mine and that’s a story I tell pretty much everyone!

IMAGE: Is it ever strange seeing memorabilia of yourself on store shelves?

HM: I kind of feel like it’s a side of myself—like a watered down, sitcom version. Things like the bobble heads were something I really spearheaded, and we designed our own, which helped make it not weird and more like a little caricature.

It’s a project I got to work on, so it’s something I’m proud of.

IMAGE: How would you describe your IMAGE? HM: I would describe my IMAGE as something I want to change a little bit. If you’re a fan and you watch Girls, you know a little bit about me already. Some people see me as a blonde Playboy model...I just have a lot more to offer than that.

I’m glad I accomplished what I did because it’s what I wanted, but I want to apply my brains, time, and personality to get stuff done. ■

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i·va [dee-vuh, -vah] noun - distinguished female singer; prima donna; goddess; fine lady. However accurate this definition may be, it fails to mention the success of powerful and influential ladies within the business world. A variety of divas in the media industry gathered at J Bar, located at 610 N. Rush St., to celebrate their accomplishments in the field. Maven, a Chicago multipurpose media agency, teamed with J Bar to put on their “Diva Series,” which honored influential and successful women in business, PR, media, fashion, fitness, beauty, lifestyle, and more. During the evening, these Media Mavens socialized about various trends and events occurring within their careers over hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.

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Chicago Booze and Schmooze, Recession Style

By Sean Parnell

As the recession continues to loom over the Chicago nightlife scene, we’ve discovered several cocktail networking groups that are easy on your wallet—a refreshing departure from others that charge membership fees and $25 or more for admittance. These new groups also effectively use social networking to attract 200-600 people per event and tend to

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fall into the following categories: • Pure old-fashioned networking — Chicago After Work • Technology — Tech/Mobile Cocktail and Social Media Club • Philanthropic/Green — Chicago Stimulus Club and Green Drinks Chicago

Chicago After Work After being in business for only six months, Chicago After Work is one of the more impressive networking groups, drawing 300-400 people per event every three weeks. The man behind the curtain is James Miller, who, at 6'7", is usually quite easy to find since he is the tallest guy in the room.

What’s his secret? We can’t divulge that here, but we can tell you that his events are held at some of the top nightlife venues in the Second City including Market, Stone Lotus, and Red Canary.

Each event is at a new venue every time, which allows repeat guests the opportunity to check out places they might otherwise never have visited.

Many first hear of Chicago After Work events from a personal invitation in their email or LinkedIn inbox. For $10 ($15 at the door) you will usually get either one hour of open bar or two drink tickets plus complimentary appetizers.

Often goodies like massages and shoe shines are included, thus satisfying all of your after-work desires—ok, maybe not all of your desires, but one man can only do so much. Chicago

After Work has also recently hosted two complimentary open bar private parties at Bull & Bear and Fifty/50 that drew enormous crowds. Free booze after work? No wonder.

Most attendees are young professionals in their 20s/30s, but you’ll also find a few gray hairs in the audience.

Event sponsors have included Absolut, Malibu, and Clear Wireless. James got his start working in nightclubs in Chicago, New York, and Las Vegas and is about to expand his networking events to LA and Detroit (his hometown).

Next event: Cuvee Ultra Lounge on March 10th from 6-9 p.m., featuring open bar and complimentary massages, shoe shines, and mixology lessons.

Tech Cocktail & Mobile Cocktail The elder statesman of ridiculously cheap technology networking events in Chicago is Tech Cocktail, founded right here in the City by the Lake in May 2006 by Frank Gruber and Eric Olson.

At just $10 per person, each event draws up to 600 people from 6:30-9 p.m. and they’ve taken up residence at John Barleycorn Wrigleyville. Guests are told to expect “a night of fun, mingling with the local technology movers and shakers. Expect to see a handful of new start-up companies

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showing off their stuff in an expostyle.” Event-goers are often titillated to see local technology celebrities like Ron May of the May Report.

Tech Cocktail’s mission is to amplify the technology signal in under-served markets (read: outside of Silicon Valley) and have fun while doing it. They’ve done so by expanding to Boston, Boulder, Champaign, DC, Milwaukee, and San Diego.

Some chapters also hold technology conferences and promote related meetups by friends of Tech Cocktail.

Tech Cocktail has grown so large that it has overseen its first spinoff: Mobile Cocktail. The idea for

Mobile Cocktail grew out of a desire to have a more focused event on this emerging technology platform, particularly as Chicago has become a mobile technology hotbed. This is due to the presence of major

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consumer manufacturers in the area combined with a host of technology startups fostered by groups like the Illinois Technology Association (ITA) and marketing agencies that help put the two groups together.

Chicago locals Raymond Reinhart and Keith McGorisk teamed up with Frank Gruber to host the first Mobile Cocktail on January 28, 2010 at the fitting Touch iBar, a new bar at 1622 W. Belmont that offers interactive touchscreen tables and a large “iWall”— used for self-service ordering, the ability to chat with other tables, and interactive games. A follow-up Mobile Cocktail was held in Barcelona on February 17, 2010, and another event in Chicago is slated for Q2.

Social Media Club Social Media Club is Chicago’s leading cocktailing group promoting social media…with live people—what a concept! People actually get away from their computers, though their mobile device is never far from hand. Events are held during the last Thursday of each month for an economical $10 per person, but with a $1.24 service charge ($20 at the door), and usually draws a few hundred social media-heads.

Social Media Club (SMC) was founded in San Francisco in August 2006 by Chris Heuer and Kristie Wells as a function of their parent company, BrainJams. SMC was meant to be an

“unconference” to promote “ad-hoc collaboration to a broader audience of non-geeks.” As such, part of Social Media Club’s intention is to draw an audience beyond programmers and developers to also include journalists, publishers, communications professionals, artists, amateur media creators, citizen journalists,

teachers, students, tool makers, and other interested collaborators.

The format of each event usually includes 45 minutes of networking starting at 5:30 p.m., followed by an hour-long expert panel on an aspect of social media networking, and concluded with another 45 minutes of networking.

The most recent Social Media Club event featured “How Social Media Makes Financial Cents at Morningstar.”

Now in its third year, SMC has expanded throughout the U.S. and into Canada, Europe, Australia, much of Asia, and even Nigeria!

And you thought we were addicted to social media in this country…

Next event: April 29 from 5:30-9 p.m., venue TBD.

Drink IMAGE Stimulus Social Club Like Chicago After Work, Stimulus Social Club (SSC) offers networking over cocktails, but with a twist: all events benefit local charities and attract “socially conscious professionals who choose to give back while throwing down!” Each event is an economical $10 per person, and all proceeds are donated to featured non-profits that are now selected a year in advance—over $60,000 has been donated in less than one year.

Founder Kim Lichtenstein was inspired by a monthly event she supported in Atlanta called “Wednesday Night Drinking Club” and, while less philanthropically focused (read: not at all), many young professionals would attend and it was a blast. After the economy took a dive, Lichtenstein noticed that the charities she works with were losing sponsors and she felt local support was vital for them to keep their doors open. With the economy taking a beating, she also saw that nightlife venues were in need of traffic during the week. Thus, over some drinks with friends, SSC was born in April 2009 and is now hosted during the first Wednesday of every month from 5:30-9 p.m. at a new venue and featuring a new charity.

Previous events were held at Rockit, Trader Vic’s, and Zella and have benefited organizations like Step Up Women’s Network, Children’s Memorial Hospital, and Valentine Boys & Girls Club. One SSC mantra: “Let the drinks flow and the cash

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will follow!” Non-profits take note.

And guys: the ladies love to support charities, so you’ll find a good “ratio” at SSC events…the only problem? Too much demand. You’ll need to get to the next SSC event as soon as it starts because there is no RSVP or guarantee of admittance if you show up late.

Next event: one-year anniversary party benefiting Common Threads and described as their “biggest blowout to date!” with some local celebrity hosts on April 7 from 5:30-9 p.m.

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Green Drinks Chicago Not to be confused with emeraldcolored beer served for St. Patrick’s Day, Green Drinks Chicago is a social networking event for the environmentally conscious. The Foresight Design Initiative and designer Carl Boyd launched Green Drinks here in 2003 to “unite and connect people with a common interest in sustainability issues.” Events cost under $10 per person and draw 100-120 people on average.

The original Green Drinks began in London to catalyze the connections, awareness, and learning necessary to evolve into a more vibrant and sustainable city amongst business people, designers, activists, students, government representatives, non-profit administrators, and artists. Today, Green Drinks gatherings are hosted in over 300 cities across the world.

Green Drinks Chicago takes networking seriously; volunteer hosts will help you make connections and there’s an information table for local non-profits to display their events, news, and brochures. All of this networking has led to “internships initiated, resources located, volunteers recruited,

news exchanged, jobs obtained” and more. The evening is highlighted by a moderated, one hour panel discussion with experts from a variety of sustainability-related fields held midway through the evening. Each panel takes questions for a half hour. Chicago Green Drinks topics are planned up to a year in advance and are held at the Jefferson Tap (325 N. Jefferson) around mid-month from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Next event: Green Town Hall with Suzanne Malec-McKenna, Commissioner of Chicago’s Department of the Environment, on April 13 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

So there you have it: five monthly events where you can throw down, expand your personal and professional network, maybe contribute to a charity or the environment—and all for $10 or under. If you know of other similar events in the Chicagoland area, let me know at sparnell@innovaxisinc.com. ■ Sean Parnell is the principal of Innovaxis Marketing Consulting, which provides strategic marketing and implementation services for Fortune 500 companies, technology startups, and other organizations across a variety of industries. Parnell also created www. chibaproject.com, now in its 10th year and functioning as part of the Innovaxis Nightlife Division, as an insider’s guide to the Chicago nightlife scene for locals, bachelor & bachelorette parties, and visitors to our fair city.

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As winter drags on in Chicago, it is hard not to fantasize about feeling the cocoon-like warmth of the sun caressing you from head to toe on the sunny beach. As the ocean breeze whistles through your hair, you take a refreshing dip in the infinity pool while sipping a nice, cool piña colada. Ahhh...but wait! Aren’t you forgetting something? The small Id reminder quickly brings you back to reality and veers thoughts in a new direction—what about the sunscreen?

We have all been berated with the importance of sunscreen and its power to protect from skin damage, premature aging, and skin cancer. Recently I took a daddy-daughter retreat to Mexico with my nine-year-old daughter, and I violated one of the Ten Commandments by forgetting to put on her sunscreen!

Oh no! What’s going to happen? Is she going to get skin cancer? Age too fast?

Maybe she will melt! What will I tell her mother? What will I tell my mother?

As a plastic surgeon, I recommend sunscreen to all my patients. During our training, we learn and study the harmful effects sun exposure can have

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on skin. Sunlight contains Ultraviolet A (UVA) and Ultraviolet B (UVB) rays that are responsible for the sun’s damaging effects on the skin. UVB rays come from the sun’s burning rays and are responsible for the immediate red response we get on our skin. The UVA rays extend further into the skin and are responsible for the damage that occurs deeper down, negatively affecting our skin’s DNA, which could potentially lead to cancer. UVA rays that are capable of getting through clouds and glass are also prevalent in the winter; therefore, the importance of sun protection is stressed year-round.

Sunscreens are rated based on their Sun Protection Factor (SPF). The SPF is a measurement of the amount of UVB protection—the higher the number, the greater the protection. Currently, there is no commercialized standard rating system that measures UVA protection.

An SPF of 15 to 30 is adequate for most people who want to block the sun. However, the beneficial effect of sunscreen decreases over time, so after two hours or a dip in the pool it should be reapplied. Sunscreens are

good at providing a broad spectrum of protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Look for products containing zinc oxide and titanium dioxide which scatter the UV rays before they penetrate the skin. Avobenzone or oxybenzone and Mexoryl absorb those UV rays.

The dermatology community has aggressively and respectfully promoted sunscreen use for years, and the advice has been well-heeded.

This message is important, especially since dermatologists see skin cancer so often. In fact, earlier this winter I was at a medical conference in the Cayman Islands with a close friend who is also a dermatologist. We decided to grab a burger by the beach. To my surprise, when we met he was covered from head to toe with speciallydesigned sun-protective clothing and any mildly exposed area of skin was covered with a thick layer of white, pasty sunscreen. I couldn’t help but chuckle at his appearance. He had even applied sunscreen under his watch!

Wow! I felt embarrassed, and maybe heretical, because I was protected only with bathing trunks and sunglasses.

Maybe I should have at least put on a shirt. Once again, I was reminded that protection from the sun is important.

It is well-established that sun exposure is the main cause for the development of skin cancer. Intermittent high-dose UV exposure aids in the occurrence of the two most common skin cancers: basal and squamous cell carcinoma.

Both cancers are locally treated and rarely cause death. Chronic, continuous UV radiation, however, is believed to induce malignant melanoma, a rarer and possibly lethal cancer. (3) The American Cancer Society recognizes skin cancer as the most common of all cancer types.

More than one million skin cancer cases are diagnosed each year in the United States. As a plastic surgeon, I readily recognize the accelerated skin aging, deep-etched wrinkles, and cancerous bodies that can occur with too many years of sun exposure.

But why do we, myself included, like the sun so much? Why, on vacation, are there fights to get the right chair? Why are rows of people basking in the sun while its dangers are vastly broadcasted?

Is this all just for a sun-kissed look?

Maybe not! A tanned appearance, first made fashionable by Coco Channel, does suggest an image of beauty and a lifestyle of luxury. However, in an attempt to carry a chic, euphoric hue while avoiding the damaging effects of the sun, many like to mimic the tanning effects with sunless tanners. But can a feeling of beauty and bliss really be replicated with a tinting cream? If it were just about looking tan, then a self-tanner should do it, right? Most sunless tanners today are safe and are pretty good at achieving a bronzed sheen without the embarrassingly orange shading once too obviously spotted in muscle head gyms and suburban grocery stores. But there are other reasons beyond the tan color that attract us to the sun. Moderate sun exposure in the short-term does make our skin look better. The sun causes a slight and temporary thickening and swelling of the skin along with a microscopic enlarging of the blood vessels. The dilated blood vessels transmit a mild red tone to the skin contributing to an appearance that is subconsciously perceived by others as being healthy.

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The slight swelling and thickening to the upper layers of the skin will temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles and pore size, and the golden brown look will camouflage the aging dark spots that the pasty mid-winter months expose. The result is a more youthful, glowing, and healthier appearance.

disease, and colorectal cancer as well as being a likely boost to the immune system. Maybe this is why we feel under the weather during the colder months when our Vitamin D levels are low. (2) It is recommended that both adults and children receive 1000 I.U. (international units) of Vitamin D every

sufferers even receive light therapy to treat their disease. However, for the majority of us who get a little glum in the winter, a teaspoon of sun might make all the difference in the world— and this might be the number one reason we still sit in the sun, regardless of recommendations for the opposite.

An unfortunate byproduct of being a sunscreen nation is that we might also be a Vitamin D deficient nation...Doctors are just starting to recognize the high prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency in the U.S. and the negative implications it can have on our health.

During the winter months, with maximum job, holiday, and weather stressors, we find ourselves missing the good vibrations of the sun even more. An unfortunate byproduct of being a sunscreen nation is that we might also be a Vitamin D deficient nation. Sunlight is necessary for our bodies to create Vitamin D. Doctors are just starting to recognize the high prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency in the U.S. and the negative implications it can have on our health.

Vitamin D is linked to catecholamine synthesis, or the production of chemicals in our body that provide a good mood and help us adapt to stress. (5) It is postulated that higher latitudes and winter months might predispose to higher rates of Vitamin D deficiency.

(6) Vitamin D deficiency is associated with the development of bone deformities such as rickets and bowed legs in children, and fractures and falls in older adults. Additionally, studies have linked Vitamin D to protecting against certain muscle disorders, cardiovascular

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day. While many attain Vitamin D in milk and some food products, there’s no better way to get it than organically.

It’s a conundrum—the sun causes certain diseases but also protects us from others. But perhaps the most important reason why many of us adore the sun is that it simply makes us feel better!

It is estimated that one to ten percent of Americans suffer from a form of winter depression known as SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder. While it is common for many to develop a mild case of the winter blues, SAD individuals can be severely affected, necessitating medical intervention. Some SAD

Unprotected sunbathing in the short-term can cause sunburn and blistering, and can ultimately ruin a vacation. In the long-term, excess sun exposure leads to accelerated skin aging and skin cancer. On the other hand, complete sun avoidance might lead to Vitamin D deficiency, increased rates of cancer, and slight feelings of winter despair. Perhaps, like my grandfather used to say, we should take “everything in moderation.” While too much sun is clearly dangerous, sensible sun exposure might make you feel happier while improving your appearance, and deep down, make you healthier. ■

1. Osterwalder U. Herzog B. Sun protection factors: world wide confusion. British Journal of Dermatology. Volume 161, Issue s3, Pages 13-24. 1996 2. Bischoff-Ferrari, Heike. Health Effects of Vitamin D Dermatologic Therapy. Vol 23. Issue 1. pg 23-30 (Jan. 21, 2010) 3. Maier, T., Korting, HC. Sunscreens – which and what for? Skin Pharmacol Physiol. 2005 Nov-Dec;18(6):253-62 4. Miller, Jeremiah. Gallo, Richard. Vitamin D and innate immunity. Dermatologic Therapy.

Volume 23, Issue 1, Pages 13-22 (2010) 5. Punchacz E. et al. Vitamin D increases expression of the tyrosine hydroxylase gene in adrenal medullary cells. Molecular Brain Research. 1996 Feb;36(1):193-6.

6. Kimlin, Michael. The climatology of Vitamin D producing ultraviolet radiation over the United States. The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Volumes 89-90, May 2004. Pg 479-483.

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By Brooke Edwards

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When you live and work in (arguably) the “greatest city in America,” it often feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day to tackle all your daily activities.

Don’t you just wish you could stop and take a break every now and again, just to remember what it is that you’re working so hard for day in and day out? Unfortunately, the reality is that life doesn’t work that way (at least not in the U.S.), especially in big cities where the only two actions embedded in our DNA from the time we are born are “work” and “work harder.”

With all of these things we do each and every day, how do we manage to keep our love lives in order as well?

Relationships are a full time job in themselves, and can be just as emotionally taxing. But at the end of the day, work won’t be there to lend a helping hand when you’ve had a rough day, it won’t listen to your problems when you just want to scream, and it won’t take you out for a night on the town when you just need to relax. Work can consume your every thought if you let it, and will ultimately be the demise of any present or future relationship if you let it go too far. Here are some tips on how to keep your love life strong and vibrant while still bringing home the bacon.

Decide whether or not you are happy in your current relationship. Sometimes when things are going down the tubes, people throw themselves into work so they don’t have to be around the other person. This isn’t right. Own up to your feelings, let the other person know that it isn’t working for you anymore, and move on. There is

no use hanging on to something that makes you so miserable that you’d rather be inside crunching numbers than outside enjoying a beautiful day in Grant Park with your current partner.

Second, get your priorities straight!

Remember, money is great; it helps

agreed to attend. This might not seem like a big deal to you, but I can assure you that it is to the person you are blowing off that evening, especially if you are someone who is committing a repeat offense. Be there when you say you’re going

Whether it’s enjoying some R&R at home, watching your favorite television shows, grabbing dinner and drinks at your favorite restaurant, or heading out for a night on the town — the point is to do it together. out in many aspects of a relationship, but it isn’t everything. Showing your partner that they are more important than conference calls and luncheons with clients will work wonders for your relationship. Take them out to lunch once a week if you work in the same area, and don’t even take out your blackberry unless it is an emergency. Give him or her your undivided attention and really make the most of the hour you have together.

Spice it up! Rather than going to Happy Hour with your friends from the office after work, ask your partner to pack a bag and meet you at the car at 5:00. There are plenty of cool and relaxing getaways for all seasons that are 3 hours or less from the city. To find one that suits you best, visit www.tripadvisor. com to plan the perfect weekend away!

Don’t miss events that you already

to be there, no excuses! (Spoken like a true woman here, huh?)

Finally, try as hard as you can not to bring your work home with you at night if at all possible. Clearly, there are always exceptions to the rule, but make a conscious effort to keep work related emails and phone calls under wraps for the evening. Whether it’s enjoying some R&R at home, watching your favorite television shows, grabbing dinner and drinks at your favorite restaurant, or heading out for a night on the town — the point is to do it together. That’s right, say it with me: “T-O-G-E-TH-E-R.” Following these tips will help you stay on the right track so you don’t end up alone, eating take out, and watching re-runs of Friends with your dog every weekend (ouch).

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Make Your Fitness Goals Stick

By Nicole Moneer Guerrero

Hello Chicago! So tell me, how has your 2010 panned out so far? Let me guess, you made a colloquial vow to the gym? How is that working out? Oh I see, you’ve been too busy or too tired to get to the gym.

If I may guess again, you probably decided to go on one of those ubiquitous things called a diet. Were you successful?

Did you fail? Hey, we all fall off the wagon, but did you pick yourself up and try again? What led to your demise? If you succeeded and met your goals, will

1. Make sure YOU want it.

Yes, YOU. Not your significant other, mom, dad, me, or a friend. No one but you. Only you have the power to change yourself for the better. Do you want to go down a few pant sizes, lose 25 lbs, find stress relief, gain muscle mass, or have more energy? Once you decide that you want to improve your fitness and health, move on to number two.

2. Write down your goals.

Keep them posted on your fridge or mirror as a daily reminder. Photos and sayings can help, too. Tack them into a log where you can keep your thoughts, goals, and notes on how you are attaining your desired result.

Once you reach your goals, set new ones. Don’t beat yourself up if you don’t reach your goal in a week or two; change takes time. Think about how many years it took you to pack on the inches or the pounds. That didn’t happen overnight either.

3. Write down obstacles.

Here are a few of the most common ones I hear: • Time - we are all busy with family, work, and more. What do you need to adjust?

• Motivation - some of us need more of a push than others. Maybe you need a workout partner, a class,

this be the end or will you strive for continued success in the long-term?

Whatever your responses are, to be successful at ANYTHING, consistency is key. To be the victor of your own fitness and health you need to make changes to your current lifestyle. If you keep doing the same things, you’ll keep getting the same results. I want to share my top 10 tips for 2010 in order to stick with your health and fitness goals in this time-crunched, stressedout, economically-challenged world.

or a personal trainer to hold you accountable. What works best for you?

• Money - most haven’t a clue where to begin when it comes to money.

Invest in a fitness professional to build a program for you. This investment will have a huge return for years to come.

• Support - ask your loved ones for support and share your goals.

Having encouragement from those around you will have a positive impact on your journey.

4. Make small, gradual

changes that are specific to your health and fitness needs. Don’t make a major change by following a fad workout or diet. Chances are they won’t last. You have to crawl before you can walk!

If you don’t have the knowledge to do this on your own, seek the help of a fitness professional or find a class where people have the same goals as you. Don’t short-change yourself when investing in your own health and well-being.

Your plan of change MUST have all three of these in order to produce desired results: a cardiovascular program, a resistance training program, and consistent, proper nutrition. Those who incorporate all get the best results and maintain them.

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5. Plan, Plan, and Plan.

Planning ahead is so important that it should become a life-long habit.

You won’t get optimal results if you workout and eat right only a few weeks or months out of the year. This has been my way of life for more than three decades and I still plan. It’s what us fitness people do and we actually enjoy it.

If you don’t make time to plan ahead for your health, then you should make time to plan ahead for your illness. Plan both workouts and meals. How many days a week will you commit to doing cardio? Any type of exercise is good as long as it is consistent and pain-free. Cardio should be done at least 3 times per week anywhere from 20-60 minutes depending on your goals.

For resistance training, a minimum of 2-3 days/week for weight-bearing exercises is good. Building muscle speeds up your metabolism, meaning you are burning fat at rest. Believe it or not, I lift weights 4-5 days/week and I train every major muscle group. I have incorporated resistance training for the last 17 years; steel is my deal!

Lastly, consider your meal planning.

I cringe when people tell me they only eat 2-3 meals a day because they forget or don’t have time. If your health and well-being are important, stop making excuses! I eat 5-6 times a day. I cook in bulk and pack my food when I am traveling the country for photo shoots and appearances. I bring a cooler as a carry-on. Again, just another thing fitness people do. Not planning ahead is like not having a GPS—you’re bound to get lost and fall off track.

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6. Drink more H2O.

Our muscles are made up of approximately 70% water.

Remember that muscle burns fat.

Again, this is about small changes.

Gradually cut back on alcohol and pop as they dehydrate the body and have unnecessary calories. Eat your calories, don’t drink them.

7. Add protein at EVERY

meal, at least 20 grams. Most men and women I work with do not get enough of this macro.

You can choose from eggs, tofu, legumes, lean beef, chicken, turkey, fish protein powders, and the list goes on. Balance your meals with fibrous and starchy carbs as well as healthy fats. Adding protein at every meal will help preserve muscle mass and encourage fat burning.

8. Make a healthy

grocery store list BEFORE you get to the store.

Having a grocery list will save you from kicking yourself in the ass later when you realize you made poor impulsive food purchases.

It’s important to have healthy food choices readily available so you don’t consider vend-o-land or a fast food joint when your stomach is growling. Steer clear of the sample lady; that will getcha buying a dozen of whatever is on her cart.

9. Mix things up. Once exercise and proper nutrition are constants in your life, change things up. It typically takes the body 4-6 weeks before any physiological changes take place. If you always do the same thing, your body will eventually plateau. Change up your cardio—the type, the time, and the intensity. Do different resistance training by varying your sets, reps, and type of equipment.

Change up the foods you eat and try new recipes for variety so you don’t get bored and lose focus.

10. Be prepared to work

hard. Nothing in life comes easy.

There is no magic pill, super food, miracle drink—not even a single abdominal crunch—that will give you the body and energy you fancy.

Be ready to put a lot of time and energy in, but I guarantee if you are consistent for weeks you’ll reap the benefits and continue to move forward. ■ Stay tuned for more articles.

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John Travolta at the Drake

By Steve Starr

Steven Spielberg was in town as well, but it was John Travolta who charmed the patrons at the elegant Palm Court in the Drake Hotel. Travolta was subdued in attire and friendly to all the admirers who were agog to see the sixfoot-two icon of Grease and numerous other films that have made him a popular Hollywood movie star over the last three decades. He politely shook their hands with a warm greeting.

Travolta dined privately with his two sisters at the Drake Bros. Restaurant.

The entire hotel, known for its discreet treatment of the most famous people in the world who tend to stay in its luxurious suites, treated him like the royalty he is. Palm Court manager Shaun Rajah, always dressed to perfection, made sure Mr. Travolta and his family members were treated to the best of culinary delights, service, and attention.

Knowing Travolta’s love of flying,

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Rajah gave John a tour of the hotel that included the fabulous miniature airplanes in the windows of the beautiful Mangle’s store in the lobby arcade.

John Travolta was born on February 18, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey, where his father owned a tire repair shop.

He appeared in a local production of Who’ll Save the Plowboy and his impressed mother almost instantly enrolled him in a New York drama school. Travolta’s amazing singing, dancing, and acting talents landed him his first professional job in a summer stock revival of Bye Bye Birdie when he was just 16 years old. Travolta decided to quit school and pursue his career in Hollywood where he appeared in some minor parts, but landed a role in a touring company of Grease which brought him back to New York.

He next appeared on Broadway with the Andrews Sisters in Over There and left again for Hollywood, which eventually

brought him television parts in Medical Center, The Rookies, and Emergency.

After he appeared in the film The Devil’s Rain he won the famed role of Vinnie Barbarino in television’s Welcome Back Kotter.

His role as Tony Manero in the film Saturday Night Fever is ranked by Premiere Magazine as one of the “100 Greatest Performances of All Time.” His roles in dozens of other movies including Carrie, Grease, Urban Cowboy, Staying Alive, Pulp Fiction, Face/Off and Hairspray ensure his everlasting fame in the art of cinema.

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