This Spring I have noticed more and more leather pieces of garments and accessories popping up in fashion. It’s definitely fashion forward and popular among stores on the Magnificent mile in Chicago. Most stores have reasonable prices on real and faux leather clothes. I’m totally in love with the leather skirt among others. Until next time fashionistas! xo, Ashley Thomas …

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We all know that spring is just around the corner  and this season lots of bright colors are happening in fashion. But, Chicagoans are already embracing the trend, wearing a dose of color to cheer them up until spring finally arrives in the Windy City.

There aren’t many trends that can be universally worn by men, women and children. But the knitted ski hat, with its playful shape and variety of styles, is a great winter staple for everyone.

It was like a grandiose coming-out party for collector Richard Harris’ unusual collection….Morbid Curiosity is an amazing show currently displayed at the Chicago Cultural Center’s 4th floor Exhibition Hall featuring over 1000 pieces of art and artifacts. The event was especially exciting to me as I posed with dear old friends, cuban born artists, Neraldo De La Paz and Alain …

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On the coldest days of winter, a hat can be a girl’s best friend. However, hats aren’t always the most flattering option and the tendency to mess up hair already strewn by wind is equally unappealing. So, what’s a Chicago girl to do? Earmuffs. Simple and easy, earmuffs envelop your ears in toasty warmth without compromising your outfit.

The best way to dress up any outfit is with a touch of sparkle–glitter can instantly take an outfit from dreary to fabulous. With just a hint of glitter, you can put the chic back in Chicago.

Though most of us stick to the traditional black down coat during Chicago winters, some have been braving the brutal winter in bold, unexpectedly colored winter coats in shades ranging from goldenrod yellow to snow white. Ladies, remember just because the weather is miserable, doesn’t mean your fashion has to be.  

Some days you just need a big handbag. Luckily for you, oversized handbags seem to be making a comeback this season. For those days when it seems as though you’re a nomad, these bags are perfect! The best part? After a week of carrying a bag of this size around, you’ll have a perfect excuse for a massage.

If you’ve been shopping recently or walked around Chicago in the past few weeks, you are sure to have noticed the vast assortment of hats and accessories keeping heads warm. In addition to the cozy and stylish knit headwear (see here), there have been a lot of lumberjacks wandering the windy city wearing trapper hats. While the rustic-chic trend does …

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Growing up we’re told that we lose most of our body heat from our heads. So why not stay warm this winter with cozy knit hats and headbands. Available in a wide range of colors, textures and prices, a knit accessory is sure to not only make a fashionable statement but also to keep you warm.