Eating healthy and taking care of your body is so important but often forgotten. Diane Henderiks has some simple swaps you can make that can be found at your local drug store.
In Bad Boy, renowned American artist Eric Fischl has written a penetrating, often searing exploration of his coming of age as an artist, and his search for a fresh narrative style in the highly charged and competitive New York art world in the 1970s and 1980s. With such notorious and controversial paintings as Bad Boy and Sleepwalker, Fischl joined the front ranks of America artists, in a high-octane downtown art scene that included Andy Warhol, David Salle, Julian Schnabel, and others. It was a world of fashion, fame, cocaine and alcohol that for a time threatened to undermine all that Fischl had achieved.
This Wicker Park newcomer features 30 arcade games and pinball machines from the ’80s and ’90s, including Pacman, Donkey Kong, NBA Jam, Streetfighter and Smash TV. There is no cover charge, and tokens cost 25 cents for one play. Games line the walls of the space and there are adjacent shelves to hold your drink while you play.
Country Music and BBQ at Bub City…Paradise for BBQ fans!Bub City brings in rising stars from Nashville, Austin, and other places, to play on the stage, in Chicago. You might see someone you could only see in Nashville.It’s a casual atmosphere, where you can stop in for a beer, and some bar-b-que, and listen to some fine country music. Bub City is open late every night. On Tuesday they have Country Karaoke. You wont find a more lively, fun place in Chicago’s River North neighborhood.
Emerging luxury womenswear label Atelier Azza strives for timeless yet modern opulence with its signature Swarovski laden hand-embellishments and voluminous cuts.Launched by designer Azeeza Khan in 2012, Azza swiftly established a recognizable aesthetic with distinct motif hand embroideries on vivid pure silk fabrics. The Azza Ready-to-Wear and Couture showroom is located in the heart of Chicago’s luxury shopping mile at 520 N. Michigan Avenue. The nearly 1,000 square foot boutique is located on Level 3, adjacent to the women’s department of Nordstrom Michigan Avenue. This retail effort brings mainstream access to Azza’s statement garments that have garnered a cult following amongst Chicago’s fashion set and continues to attract attention globally.
Blue Man Group cannot be explained; it can only be experienced.Blue Man Group is the interactive show that is continuously mesmerizing audiences. It’s a full sensory experience of performance art, music, comedy and multimedia theatrics. The men in blue are making a splash, literally. Best known for its award-winning theatrical productions which critics have described as “ground-breaking,” “hilarious,” “visually stunning” and “musically powerful.” These performances feature three enigmatic bald and blue characters who take the audience through a multi-sensory experience that combines theatre, percussive music, art, science and vaudeville into a form of entertainment that is like nothing else. Blue Man Group is a unique performance piece incorporating many different ideas, such as science, technology, noise, liquid, innocence and plumbing.The poncho section is the first four or five rows closest to the stage. Patrons in this area are given ponchos to wear, because sometimes materials splash the audience. These substances are washable, but we suggest that you do not wear anything that needs dry cleaning. Now Playing at the Briar Street Theatre Located at 3133 North Halsted Chicago. Blue Man Group appeals to all ages, but children under five (5) years of age are not permitted.
Blowtique is Chicago’s PREMIER blow-out-only salon as featured in VOGUE’s Best Dressed Issue!Catering to the locks that make Chicago fabulous, Blowtique introduces patrons to the idea that a blow-out can be as convenient and as accessible as a polish change.From “the Sunset” to “the 5th Avenue” (and every stylish street in between), Blowtique tames the manes of women everywhere. Blowtique allows every woman the opportunity to show off the locks they love. From blow-outs for downtown darlings, to “up-styles” for uptown A-listers, Blowtique is the secret behind that fabulous flip or that perfectly polished ‘do.Blowtique is conveniently open 7 days are week at the following times: Sunday 10am – 6pm; Monday 9am – 6pm; Tuesday – Saturday 9am – 9pm
Anyone who’s trudged through snow in heels knows a girls night out is best in summe, but there’s no need to put your friendships on hold til warmer weather. Raina Seitel is here to share her ideas on how to throw a fabulous party at home.
New York Fashion Week kicks off with Fashion's Night Out, with stores uptown and downtown opening their doors after hours with some great surprise deals!
Having trouble figuring out how to keep the kids both entertained and disciplined this summer? Parenting expert Amy McCready has some great tips to help you and your family find the balance this summer.
Since the tie is still the most common gift for Father's Day, Mark Silverstein has some great ideas for those looking to buy something a little more personal for all the wonderful dads out there. He also has something for those grads on your list!
2012 marks Albert Elbaz 10th anniversary as creative director at French fashion house Lanvin. Jessica Alba, Dita Von Teese, Pharrell Williams and Tilda Swinton join the celebration. For the Fall collection; elegant clothing with an avant garde edge. Lux embellishments, sharp shoulders and muted colors rule the runway.
For Fall Fashion 2012, the looks are structured and elegant. Donna Karan shows strong shoulders and belted waists. Coats ruled the runway. Her DKNY collection brings sophisticated jackets and skirts for the working woman. Sexy is back, with see-thru, body hugging dresses from Catherine Malandrino. And at Ralph Lauren, dapper menswear, with plaid jodhpurs, houndstooth coats and Fair Isle sweaters for day, and ultra-luxe satin gowns for evening.
The Fall 2012 collection at Ralph Lauren was dapper menswear for women and vintage glamour. Plaid jodhpurs, houndstooth coats and Fair Isle sweaters for day, and ultra-luxe satin gowns for evening.
Designer Michelle Smith of Milly, showed a collection of futuristic fabrics in bright hues and intricate construction. The looks were both lady-like and edgy.
Designer Donna Karan wants a woman to be empowered in her life and by her clothes. The Fall 2012 collection featured coats with strong shoulders and skirts and dresses with sharp pleats. Her signature bodysuit was paired with both tailored menswear looks and feminine taffeta skirts.
The looks at Carolina Herrera were the ultimate in glamour. From lady-like day dresses to dramatic evening wear, the Fall 2012 collection reached new heights in luxury dressing.
Catherine malandrino does the catwalk -literally with a Fall 2012 collection inspired by the 80's film "Cat People". The clothes reflect the strong, sexy yet feminine, women she designs for.
Nicole Miller channeled the 70's for her Fall 2012 collection. The colors, shapes and textures were reminiscent of the decade, all reworked with a modern twist, of course!
THE DKNY 2012 COLLECTION FEATURED BEAUTIFUL, SOPHISTICATED PIECES THAT EVERYONE CAN WEAR THIS FALL. DIVERSE TEXTURES IN BLACK DOMINATED; SHINY LEATHER AND EMBOSSED CROCODILE, WITH OCCASIONAL HITS OF GREY, NAVY AND JEWEL TONES. DONNA KARAN SAYS THE DKNY WOMAN IS "RESPONSIBLE, GROWN-UP AND EMPOWERED".
On Saturday, November 12th, Nintendo celebrated the upcoming launch of Super Mario 3D Land™ for Nintendo 3DS by turning Military Island at Times Square into Mario's 3D World! Fans got to feel like they have stepped inside a real-life videogame in the heart of New York City with a life-sized warp pipe, trampoline coin jump, and a flagpole finale. Consumers also got a rare opportunity to see how 3D enhances their gaming experience by playing Super Mario 3D Land™ ahead of the official release date.
Forget floral! Lanvin's spring collection has a darker side this season - a little black dress and a tuxedo for girls! Albert Elbaz's surprising collection managed to draw quite a celebrity crowd including Kristin Scott Thomas and Julianne Moore!
The Great Gatsby meets high fashion at Ralph Lauren's latest runway show. Glamourous gowns and simple silhouettes in light, bright colors bring whole new meaning to modern elegance.
Wild prints, loud metallics, and glitter rocked the runway at Custo Barcelona. His big theme this fall: androgyny! The models donned similar makeup and hairstyles - they could even share some of the outfits if they wanted. Some of the fashion patterns could even be seen in 3D - special glasses required, of course!
Body shaping geometric patterns in brown & earth shaded flowing bouncing skirts.
It's nature meets the natural spirit showcased with splashes of color when Haitian art meets Donna Karan's style.
Called "Begginings", Diane Von Furstenberg's spring collection is white, bright, effortless, and free. The show took place on the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks - a major source of inspiration for the longtime New Yorker.
Designer Donna Karan pays tribute to the victims and heroes of the 9/11 terror attacks in her DKNY collection with patriotic colors and fabrics that promote freedom. As always, her love of women is apparent in the details and silhouette of each piece.
ELLE Magazine in partnership with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) showed the fashion world everything thing from a linebacker shouldered sweater to a faux fur skirt, proving that love it or hate it, the up and coming fashion designers know how to blend style with Creativity!
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kicked off with a star studded event in New York, where catwalks took over sidewalks and big name stores gave way to fashion mayhem. Rachel Zoe, Karolina-Korkova, and Ne-Yo were among the celebrities caught on tape!
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week - New York Bon Chic, Bon Genre - or "good style, good attitude" for us non french speakers - lives up to its name in the latest collection. Flowing, feminine fabrics clash brilliantly with geometric patterns that echo the works of Dutch painter Piet Mondrian. Style so effortless, every woman can pull it off.
Nintendo is making sure the holidays are hot this year with a new Flame Red version of its portable Nintendo 3DS™ system. The new color launches Sept. 9 alongside the new Star Fox 64 3D game, and comes on the heels of a new $169.99 suggested retail price, which goes into effect Aug. 12 in the United States. Flame Red joins Cosmo Black and Aqua Blue, so now shoppers have three distinct and fashionable colors to choose from
Blue Man Group is the interactive show that is continuously mesmerizing audiences. It’s a full sensory experience of performance art, music, comedy and multimedia theatrics. The men in blue are making a splash, literally. Blue Man Group - Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette Street
Zarkana is an acrobatic rock opera that blends circus arts with the surreal to create a world where physical virtuosity rubs shoulders with the strange.
Head to Mamma Mia! It's about a bride-to-be who brings together three men from her mother's past in the hopes of uncovering her real father. Mamma Mia - Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway
Scored by Elton John and winner of ten 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Billy Elliot is based off the smash hit film, and is a heartwarming celebration of a young boy's triumph against the odds, from boxing ring to ballet class. Playing at the Imperial Theatre. Billy Elliot - Imperial Theatre, 249 West 45th Street
The Night Belongs to Phantom--Now celebrating twenty years as Broadway's most haunting love story, Andrew Lloyd Webber's masterwork is an international phenomenon that unmasks emotions like no other show can. You'll be entrance by the timeless story. Phantom of the Opera - Majestic Theatre, 247 West 44th Street.
Inspired by the true story of Florence Greenberg, a suburban housewife from New Jersey, who discovered one of the greatest girl groups of all time, The Shirelles, and created Scepter Records, becoming the music industry's first female powerhouse.
Based on the hit movie Priscilla, the characters will dazzle with dance-floor grooves and familiar top tunes. It’s the story of three friends seeking love and friendship and ending up with more than they ever could have expected. Priscilla Queen of the Desert - The Musical - Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway (between W. 46th and 47th St.)
“The Make Your Mark campaign is designed to inspire cervical dystonia and blepharospasm patients and their families, and to raise awareness of and build advocacy for these often debilitating conditions. For more information go to MakeYourMarkCampaign.com”
Surrounded by environmental leaders and eco-friendly celebrities, the Grand Prize winners of The Green Awards program were unveiled on Friday at The Green Awards Celebration in Los Angeles. These eco-innovators won $25,000 each. The Green Awards program recognizes everyday people who are making a giant difference in their communities and making our world a better, more sustainable place. Hosted by actress Amy Smart and HGTV's Carter Oosterhouse
Easter is almost upon us and Lifestyle expert Ceci Carmichael has the tips and tricks for making those eggs fun and festive while shining their brightest!
Fashion Icons Isaac Mizrahi and Charlotte Ronson didn’t hold back on the first ever Designer Dish Live during New York’s fashion week. Fans used UStream or Skype to ask whatever questions they wanted. Never one to sugarcoat anything, Isaac shared his true feelings on Botox with a fashion-conscious baby boomer. Plus, Charlotte shared how she thanked Jay-Z when he used her name in a song. Watch the video to see more.