Summer Sips

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Are you ready to party this summer?  Well nothing is more summer than snazzy summer drinks to bring to a party.  Enjoy these sips for the ultimate summer experience. Pompelmo 1 1/2 oz. blanco tequila 1 oz. white grapefruit juice 1/2 oz. Aperol 1/2 oz. agave nectar 1/4 oz. lime juice Shake all ingredients, and […]

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Summer Book Review: ‘Fifty Shades’ of Weird

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WARNING: BOOK SPOILERS AHEAD! Fifty Shades of Grey is the hottest chick lit novel right now.  Women everywhere  have been ranting and raving about it! Due to all the hype, I had to read it.  I’ve jumped on every series bandwagon from Harry Potter to Twilight, and of course, Hunger Games.  Fifty Shades of Grey is supposed to […]

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Meet a Guy This Summer: Places to Land the Guy of Your Dreams!

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Political Campaigns–  Volunteering for your favorite presidential candidate will help you a meet a hottie who is both smart, politically savvy, and shares the same beliefs as you.  Morals, views and similar opinions are an important way to start a solid foundation for a relationship.  Could it get any better? Chicago Young Republicans: chicagoyrs.com Mitt […]

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Summer 2012 Hair Trends

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As for hair, CoCo Beauty Lounge’s owner, Linzi “CoCo” Crooms knows a thing or two about new trends.  Being a stylist, she is always researching the latest colors and styles.  Luckily for emme, the queen of beauty gave us all her summer hair tips! Ombre Hair Beachy Waves Colored Extensions

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Chicagoland Italian Summer Fests

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16th Annual Italian Feast of SS. Crocifisso June 9-10 Des Plaines, IL   St. Anthony Fest June 10 Melrose Park, IL   Festa Pasta Vino Italian Block Party June 16-17 Chicago, IL   Our Lady of Mt. Carmel July 12-15 Melrose Park, IL   Taylor Street Festa Italiana August 3- 5 Chicago, IL   West Suburban […]

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Summer 2012 Fashion Trends

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Now that your nails are ready for summer, what will you be wearing?  Leave that to Sanem D’Angelo who owns Sanem’s, 134 N. Oak Park Ave in Oak Park who knows all the fashion tips for summer! Stripes Floral Bright Colors Bright Skinny Jeans Maxi Dresses Bold Necklaces Floppy Hats  Sophia Loren

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Summer 2012 Nail Trends

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Summer has finally arrived which means new nail polish hues are a must!  Cindy Bucaro of CoCo Beauty Lounge in Elmwood Park discussed with emme the hottest nail trends this summer season.  Follow these tips and your mani this summer will be smokin’! Neon Nails Hot Trend Alert:  Chartreuse Nails Ombre Nails Beachy Hues Make […]

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Prom 2012 Fashion

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East Leyden Prom Fashion 2012 Short Sparkle Glamour Floor Length, Tight Fitted Glamour Vintage Glam Electric Blue Eyes

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How Will You Show Your Mom You Love Her on Mother’s Day?

May 12, 2012
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Mom heart tag Charm and chain $150.00 tiffany.com I am going to take take my mom out to dinner and a movie. -Mike C. Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift $59.92 proflowers.com I am going to send her flowers. -Mike R.  19 pc. Spring Ballotin $30.00 godiva.com I am going to give her a big hug and […]

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Interview with Broadway In Chicago ‘Jersey Boys’ Star Nick Cosgrove

April 30, 2012
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Chicagoans have loved the Broadway In Chicago production of Jersey Boys, and continue to see the show to hear iconic songs such as “Walk Like a Man” and “Sherry.”   But during this  Broadway In Chicago tour, Nick Cosgrove, 24, is portraying mega-star Frankie Valli.  The Broadway star chatted with emme about his acting career and playing […]

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