Chicago Fashion

Fall 2008

Features

Thrills and Frills

Thrills and Frills

Shiny sequins, crocheted capes, and ripe silk roses—fantasy fashion for free spirits

Perfect Finish

Perfect Finish

The polish of the fifties and sixties returns-heres to you, Audrey Hepburn, Jackie O, and Mrs. Robinson

High Drama

High Drama

Less is best for fall—clean lines, minimal silhouettes, a forceful palette of black, red, and gray

How to: Deconstructing Drapery Pants

How to: Deconstructing Drapery Pants

How to pull off this chic drapery look.

Departments

The Fashion Pros

Long Overdue

Long Overdue

Costume Designer Tim Long Dusts off the Treasures of The Chicago History Museum's Couture Collection

Right Now

Play Dusty for Me

Play Dusty for Me

The ease of soft, subtle colors

Rich Red, Deep Wine

Rich Red, Deep Wine

Lighten Up With Brights; Take Charge With Dark Tones

Holding Pattern

Holding Pattern

Enough with pinstripes, navy, and gray— real men wear plaid

Recycle: Bag It

Recycle: Bag It

Fresh for fall, a stylish and eco-friendly must have.

Tartans Return

Tartans Return

Favorite old patterns for grown up girls

Lace Up

Lace Up

In feminine fashions that reveal the power of prettiness

Watch Out

Watch Out

The time is now for all good men—go ahead and touch that dial

Caped Crusade

Caped Crusade

Follow one journey of sumptuous sleevelessness

Pack Your Bag

Pack Your Bag

And Carry on with textured, High-gloss clutches and purses

Les Heels Hot

Les Heels Hot

Ornate, exotic spins on booties and pumps—keep on dancing