As with every holiday, I make a concerted effort to teach the boys the real reason for celebrating....


One “Chique” Blouse: Two Ways
Kicking off the long holiday weekend doing two of my favorite things: hanging with my boys and vintage...

“Chique” Birthday: Behind the Scenes
All I really wanted for my birthday was a lot of sunshine, quality time with the family and...

“Chique” Find: The perfect white blouse
I don’t know about you, but I am always dreaming of a new crisp white blouse, especially as...

“Chique” Hat Attack
Today’s hot weather came on unexpectedly as it has been rainy, cold and dreary for months. So, when...

“Chique” Fitness: Pilates
As some of you know, I am an avid fan of Pilates. I have been teaching for 5...

My new “Chique” Vintage Tee
I have been on a mad hunt for vintage 70’s & 80’s concert tees. I scour the thrift...

“Chique” Trend: Harem Pants
One of my favorite items for Spring is surely the printed harem pant. Since I can’t justify the...

A few of my favorite “Chique” things
It may be officially Spring, but despite the sunshine it still feels like winter in Chicago. With that...

“Chique” Recipe: Homemade Celery Salt
We have been eating a lot of celery lately, as it is a crunchy fiber filled alternative to...

A “Chique” Chicago Exhibit
First, I would like to apologize for my absence. Lately, life has been interfering with my blogging. Mind...

Charlize: Beyond Oscar “Chique”
The Nolan house is split when it comes to watching the Academy Awards. It probably comes as no...