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The New Fitness Craze TACTIX is about to Hit Chicago

The Tactix Method is a workout craze about to take over Chicago's health, beauty and fitness scene.

Christkindlmarket Chicago, a Holiday Tradition

The Christkindlmarket Chicago in Daley Plaza is a holiday tradition not to miss.

A Few Unusual Things to be Thankful for This Thanksgiving

5 Unusual Things to be Thankful for This Thanksgiving

Christmas Gifts to Buy Now and Beat the Holiday Shoppers

Christmas gifts to buy now and beat the holiday rush of panicked shoppers.

Japanese Grill Gyu-Kaku Opens in Chicago

With outposts in New York, California and Hawaii, Gyu-Kaku is bringing its Japanese BBQ dining experience to Chicago.

Shop, Drop and Roll!

From the launch of Lanvin Hearts H&M to the opening of Omega and Moncler, you're covered from Michigan Ave. to Oak St. this shopping season.

The Gilded Age

High Society, Grand Mansions and the Gilded Age: Lawry's The Prime Rib and the Richard H. Driehaus Museum form a partnership this fall.

Royal Wedding Bells Soon Ring in England, but Are They Ever Heard in Chicago?

England's royal engagement conjures the question of Chicago's royal weddings among the city's most elite socialites.

Real Urban BBQ Opens in Highland Park

Real Urban BBQ restaurant opens in Highland Park, Chicago's North Shore neighborhood.

Lissa Drops the Maxwell

Lissa (On Maxwell) drops the "on Maxwell" and moves to a new location; Lissa's doors open Saturday, November 13, bringing local and international emerging designers to River North.

Three New Restaurants for the Weekend

The weekend is here and I have three new restaurants in Chicago.

Top 20 Movies to Watch Over the Thanksgiving Holiday

Top 20 Family Movies to Watch Over the Thanksgiving Holiday

Piazza Sempione and Bottomless Closet Fall Charity Event

Piazza Sempione and Bottomless Closet join forces for a womenswear charity event.

Palace Nightclub Opens in the West Loop

Two new Chicago night clubs open in the West Loop: Palace and 8fifty8.

Pomellato Officially Opens on Oak St.

Italian jeweler Pomellato brings hand-crafted jewels to Chicago's Oak St.

Contagion Stars Sighted in Streeterville

Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, Marion Cotillard, Matt Damon and Kate Winslet have reportedly been spotted filming the upcoming film 'Contagion' all over Chicago.

First Ann Taylor, Now Talbot's

First Ann Taylor, now Talbots: Brands going under the knife for a full design makeover.

Hugh Hefner's Back in Town!

Hugh Hefner's taking a trip down memory lane with a visit to Chicago, so what better time than now to take a look at his past ladies?

Sunda's "Hot Spot" Status

Dinner at River North's hot spot Sunda poses a question on 'hot spot status.'

Forget the Hope Diamond! Meet the Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond.

The Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond travels to Chicago for a rare private showing of this extremely rare, Fancy Deep Blue, Flawless 31.06 carat diamond.

Unexpected Wine Shipment = BYOB Restos

Date night in Chicago means a good bottle of wine and great BYOB restaurant.

Denim Deals and New Dealers in Chicago

From Henry & Belle denim to a 7 For All Mankind warehouse sale this weekend, Chicago's got some hot spots in the denim dealers.

Starbucks May Start Serving More Than Just Coffee

Starbucks, the world's most notable coffeehouse, may become a neighborhood bistro, serving wine and beer alongside light fare.

Chicago's Week of Fashion's in Full Force

Chicago's Week of Fashion: From Fashion Focus Chicago to Independent Retail Week, Chicago's week of fashion events presents a packed schedule.

Fall Festivities: Get Off the Couch and Enjoy the Beautiful Weekend

From apple picking, pumpkin patches, wine tasting and shopping, there's plenty to do outside this fall, so get out there and enjoy the gorgeous weather

The Blue Print Cleanse - Refreshed? Invigorated? Time to Find Out.

Attempting the Blue Print Cleanse - does it really make you feel as refreshed and invigorated as people claim?

The Bachelorette Ali Fedotowsky Remarks on Midwest Fashion

Former Bachelorette and overnight fashionista Ali Fedotowsky comments on Midwest fashion, or lack of it to be more precise.

Haberdash Opens in River North

Old Town men's store Haberdash opens a second location in River North.

River East's newest resident - the 46th Chicago International Film Festival

The 46th Chicago International Film Festival debuted at River East AMC this week and overtakes Chicago until October 20.

You Will Simply Be Addicted to Simple Sammies

Simple Sandwich truck hits Chicago and its fresh ingredients and delicious sandwiches will not disappoint.

Support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and 'Be Bright Pink'

Bright Pink, PrettyCity.com and The Lynn Sage Foundation bring you fabulous ways to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month during the month of October.

AKIRA Fall Fashion Fantasies Still Strut in My Head

On September 27th, AKIRA hosted its 7th Annual Garden of Eden fall fashion benefit, Folklorique, at Galleria Marchetti on behalf of Imerman Angels.

Five Tips to Put Your Best Face Forward This Fall

Fall is here and winter's around the corner, so it's time to change up your skin care routine and I have a few fall-focused tips from Cellular Intelligence Med Spa.

Top Reasons Top Shop May Tumble

Top Shop opening in Chicago on Michigan Avenue, but will the Magnificent Mile bring this U.K. cult favor magnificent luck?

Calvin Klein and Nordstrom Rack Move to River North and the Gold Coast

From a Calvin Klein pop-up shop to a new Nordstrom Rack, Chicago's River North and Gold Coast neighborhoods are full of fabulous fall shopping this weekend.

Chicago Gourmet 2010 Fills Millennium Park with Foodies and Winos Alike

Bon Appetit magazine and the Illinois Restaurant Association host Chicago Gourmet 2010 in Millennium Park September 25 and September 26.

Top Ten Errands You Should Not Run This Weekend

From IKEA to Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse to TJ Maxx, this list of the Top 10 Errands You Should Not Run This Weekend is all about avoiding that horrible To Do list that would have you wishing you were at work on a Saturday instead.

Chicago-Based Designer George Zaharoff Is Looking Sharp and Still Fragrant

Best known for his wildly successful fragrances, Chicago designer George Zaharoff is debuting his menswear collection for fall.

Evanston's Been Keeping Secrets from Us, Chicago!

A day with a beautiful, new Buick LaCrosse leads to shopping, food and exploring Chicago's North Shore neighborhood of Evanston.

You'll Want More Than Just a Taste of Lombardy

Chicago's Navy Pier hosted 'A Taste of Lombardy' in this year's 2010 'Italian Expo' to highlight culture, foods and wine from the beautiful Italian region.

Loire Valley Wine Proves Approachable for Connoisseurs and Newbies Alike

The Loire Valley region of France offers consumers an array of crisp, refreshing, and relatively unknown wines.

Bad Botox Behavior Equals Bad News for Celebs? Women Determined to Stay Young

The NY Daily News and Daily Mail report on unsightly Botox procedures and the dangers of receiving the injectable procedures in an effort to stay young.

Meet 'Who is Chicago' and Celebrate Chicago's Active Philanthropic Community

'Who is Chicago' honors 10 Chicago philanthropists with an evening of champagne, appetizers by Japonais and Swirlz, and a worthwhile party September 16 at Cuvee.

Tonight, Tim Gunn Is Making It Work at Borders on Michigan Avenue

Chicago's Borders Books & Music on Michigan Avenue hosts Tim Gunn on Monday, September 13 to sign his book, 'Gunn's Golden Rules: Life's Little Lessons for Making it Work.'

Anna Wintour Puts Chicago 'In Vogue' with Fashion's Night Out

Chicago hosts Fashion's Night Out 2010 for an evening of shopping, champagne and socializing.

Are You Ready for Some Football? A New Season of NFL Players

Thursday, September 9th marks the 2010 NFL season kickoff and a few extra reasons to start recognizing these faces.

Iconic Tiffany Blue...Handbags?

Tiffany & Co. launched a line of luxe handbags, wallets and clutches with classic Tiffany touches and bright blue accents.

'True Prep' truly will be interesting, but will Lisa Birnbach's joke fall flat?

Lisa Birnbach, author of 'True Prep: It's a Whole New Old World', appeared on 'The Today Show' this morning to talk about the reinvention of preppy fashion and lifestyle.

Labor Day Weekend: Last Chance to Wear White Until Next Memorial Day?

For many, Labor Day Weekend still signals the last chance to wear white before next Memorial Day, but does the archaic tradition still hold?

Meeting of the Media Minds: Chicago's Diva Series

Maven presents The Diva Series, honoring Chicago entrepreneurs and driven professionals while providing a relaxed networking atmosphere.