A few years back we started a tradition of decorating mini trees for the boy’s bedrooms. I never...


“Chique” Event: Zoo Lights
One of my favorite winter activities is walking around Lincoln Park Zoo during their Zoo Lights celebration. The...

Christmas 2011
Do you think I can get away with this being the Christmas tree? Sometimes the thought of decorating...

“Chique” Recipe: Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts
Some of you may know, I do have a weakness for doughnuts so I decided to make some...

“Chique” Tip: Dress up your Hostess Gift
Don’t have a wine bag on hand? No worries, find a holiday cloth napkin or a festive square...

“Chique” Recipe: It’s all about Nuts
Each holiday season I try to think of a creative present for the boys’ teachers; a gift of...

“Chique” Tip: Take Time to Spread Holiday Cheer
Last night we kicked off the holiday season at a friends house who, as usual, went over the...

“Chique” Tip: Pair Together Leather & Fur
Pulled out my vintage Gucci leather trousers and my favorite fur shrug to get in the holiday party...

Loving all the sequins & holiday glitz @ Henri Bendel.
Some of you may remember the glamorous Henri Bendel which used to be a fixture on Michigan Avenue? ...

“Chique” Family Tip: Don’t Wake a Sleepy Monkey
Guess who I found on my side of the bed? Between the beagles and the boy there is...

“Chique” Tip: Eat & Drink Your Antioxidants
Two of my favorite holiday treats from Trader Joe’s: Candy Cane Green Tea & Dark Chocolate Stars. The...

“Chique” Recipe: Veggie Chili
Chili is one of our favorite meals this time of year. I usually make a meat chili but...