The Legend of Chinese Valentine’s Day

August 7, 2013
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This year, Chinese Valentine’s Day lands on August 13!  Read on about the legend: Legend of Niu Lang and Zhi Nu As one of the Chinese four folk legends concerning love, the legend of Niu Lang and Zhi Nu features the Double Seventh Festival. It is said that Niu Lang was a cowboy who had […]

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Things We Love in August

August 3, 2013
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1.  Back to School Sales The thought of heading back to school can be a drag, but the back to school clothing sales are worth it!   2.  Lollapalooza Aug. 2-4 Music.  Summer.  Chicago.  If you love music and the city of Chicago, you will love Lollapalooza located in Grant Park.   3.  Bachelorette Finale Aug. […]

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Consult barlow.lehman for Fashion Needs

July 30, 2013
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Annie Barlow and Liz Lehman Announce barlow.lehman Style Consulting Chicago style icons, Annie Barlow and Mary Liz Lehman, have launched a personal style consulting business, barlow.lehman.  Both Barlow and Lehman have 30 years experience in the fashion industry. “We have known each other for many years as mutually respected colleagues and friends but finally decided […]

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Cure Your Fashion Addiction with VMR

July 29, 2013
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Mark Gill and Tina Kourasis Announce The Debut Of VMR on Oak Street Showroom to Showcase “Vintage, Modern, Resale” 34 E. Oak Street, 7th Floor Chicago, IL 60611 Vintage, Modern, Resale (VMR) is an appointment only showroom.  Vintage to current season clothing and accessories will be sold from major design houses.  “I have curated an […]

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Personality Insight: What’s Your Favorite Summer Cocktail?

July 29, 2013
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Sangria: You’re a complex conversationalist! Sangria combines the rich notes of red wine and the light fruity flavors of berry flavors of berry or citrus.  It’s a duality that reflects your eclectic tastes and hints at your worldliness.  A great conversationalist, you relish long summer days chiefly because they give you more time to chat […]

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You’re Never Too Old To Party Like a Princess

July 28, 2013
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Sisters Angelica Landa and Olivia Landa decided to take their love of theater, performing, and princesses to another level. In May 2012, the sisters were looking for extra income and thought that hosting princesses parties would be a good idea.  “I love kids and I love theater,” said Olivia Landa, who is a theater major […]

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Are You Ready to Get PrettyQuick?

July 25, 2013
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Have you ever needed an emergency manicure or blowout?  Of course you have!  After needing an emergency eye brow wax, Coco Meers founded prettyquick.com, a website to help women in times of beauty need!  “It is a members-only concierge service that helps on-the-go urbanites find and book high-quality salon and spa appointments that meet their […]

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Beware Of Your Caffeine Kick

July 24, 2013
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Sure, everyone loves a delicious, warm cup of joe in the morning.  But, just exactly how much caffeine are you consuming?  Here’s your guide to the caffeinated beverages at Starbucks. Too much caffeine can lead to: Insomnia Nervousness Restlessness Irritability Stomach upset Fast heartbeat Muscle tremors Source:  energyfiend.com Beverage Short Tall  Grande Venti Trenta Brewed […]

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“The Bachelorette’s” Mikey Tenerelli’s *EXCLUSIVE* Interview with Emme: His Reaction to the UsWeekly Cover

July 23, 2013
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How did the UsWeekly cover make you feel? It made me feel horrible.  It’s not the kind of person I am.  Seeing that bothers you.  But, I know who I am, and my friends and family know who I am.  It’s no big deal.  I think my mom or my sister saw it first. Did […]

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What Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor Says About You

July 21, 2013
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If your favorite is: Chocolate You’re Most Likely to Be: Dramatic, Lively, Charming, Flirtatious, Seductive and Gullible   If your favorite is: Vanilla You’re Most Likely to Be: Impulsive, Easily Suggestible and an Idealist   If your favorite is: Strawberry You’re Most Likely to Be:  Tolerant, Devoted and Introverted   If your favorite is:  Mint […]

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