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SEPTEMBER 2023

FEATURES

GOWN & GARDEN Sheridan Road’s signature fall fashion shoot.

SHOP GIRLS

The Lake Forest Shop’s new owners embrace the iconic fashion retailer’s century-long legacy while infusing it with the modern sensibilities that will secure its future for the next 100 years.

DANCE FOR THE COMMON GOOD Ellie Forman on the joy of the Joffrey and her role as President of the Women’s Board.

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

The Auxiliary of the Woman’s Board of RUSH University Medical Center serves up four aspirational homes in their signature Cooks’ Tour fundraiser on September 20.

THE

Gardens at 900,

ON

COVER Bria Condon and Callie Johnson, featured in Gown & Garden. Bria wearing Cyril Verdavainne custom dress, The Lake Forest Shop. Roberto Coin necklaces, Spark ring, CD Peacock. Callie wearing Cyril Verdavainne dress, The Lake Forest Shop. Oscar Heyman earrings, Fope necklace, CD Peacock.

ON THIS PAGE Bria Condon, featured in Gown & Garden. Bria wearing Balenciaga dress, Neiman Marcus. Zara shoes.

Photography by Runvijay Paul, styling by Theresa DeMaria, hair & makeup by Kayla Jarzab. Location: The

Lake Forest.

Condon, featured in Gown & Garden. Bria wearing Balenciaga dress, Neiman Marcus.

Photography by Runvijay Paul, styling by Theresa DeMaria, hair & makeup by Kayla Jarzab. Location: The Gardens at 900, Lake Forest.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

THIS MONTH I WILL BE

Welcome to our September fall fashion issue. We kick off with a fashion photo shoot at The Gardens at 900 in Lake Forest. The beautifully curated estate of landscape architect Craig Bergmann and designer Paul Klug provided the perfect setting for our fashionable frolic. Our second feature highlights Nicole Carrabine and Lauren Peters, the new owners of the Lake Forest Shop. Nicole and Lauren are carrying on the legacy of the late Ellen Stirling, who led the boutique to its 100th anniversary in 2022. The ladies plan to introduce fresh, new brands alongside the shop’s elegant offerings—pop in to see what’s new. Leaving the storefront and heading to the stage, our third feature catches up with Mesirow’s Ellie Forman who continues her two-year term as President of The Joffrey Ballet’s Women’s Board. Ellie reveals the board’s fundraising endeavors and gives us a sneak peek at the upcoming season. Swapping ballet slippers for walking shoes, our fourth feature celebrates the 52nd year of the Cooks’ Tour—continuing a tradition of camaraderie for a great cause on September 20th. The event is a project of The Auxiliary of the Woman’s Board of Rush University Medical Center and raises funds to help support RUSH’s concentrated investments in the areas most likely to improve the health of our region. We conclude the features with a tribute to John D. Nichols Jr., a great man who left an enduring legacy that will touch the lives of generations to come. We celebrate the life of the brilliant businessman, philanthropist, leader, husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

VISITING

My daughter’s 19th birthday

Shore vs. City introduces Winnetka’s Jen Hasley, a nurse and mother of four. Jen shares her hot spots both on the shore and around the city. The State of Fashion checks in with Bunny & Babe founder Peyton Merrill, who shares news of the boutique’s expansion. Designer Spotlight highlights renowned Chicago designer Maria Pinto as she updates us on her boutique’s recent move and the brand’s evolution. Moving

from dressing room to dark room, Art & Artist takes us to Glencoe’s Anne Loucks gallery and explores the upcoming Rodney Smith exhibit opening on the 29th. Smith’s brilliant and whimsical photography is a must-see this fall.

Trending introduces Alex Lyon Singer, Executive Director of the Lyon Family Foundation and a master of the subtle art of hosting exquisite parties. Alex gives us a glimpse behind the scenes of this year’s Hoosier Ball on October 27th—the city’s most fabulous affair!

Heading to Highland Park, Home Tour showcases a stunning redesign. Elizabeth Mollen updated a 1940s house making it the perfect home for a busy family of four. Parting Words highlights the great work of Evanston native Mary Jayne Gold. I loved the historical novel The Flight Portfolio and Netflix’s Transatlantic detailing Gold’s great courage. She and Varian Fry helped thousands of people, including artists Max Ernst and Marc Chagall, flee the Nazis during World War II. Cheers to an inspiring North Shore hero.

Wishing you all a festive fall!

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Bria featured in Gown & Garden fashion feature wearing ALAIA knit set, Neiman Marcus

Chloé Marcie embellished tote, neapolitan collection. See Fashion for the season’s newest arrivals.

The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson as part of the Lake Forest Reads One Book/One Community program

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SAVE the DATE

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SEPTEMBER 10

ANTIQUES & TREASURES

WHERE: East Lake Forest Train Station

Join the event at its new location at the East Lake Forest Train Station, where the Lake Forest Chapter of the Infant Welfare Society will host its 55th annual event supporting healthcare services to medically underserved families in Chicago. More than 50 dealers from across the Midwest will offer treasures, including furniture, glassware, garden accessories, vintage jewelry, and clothing. All funds raised support the IWS Family Health Clinic. lakeforestantiquesale.com

SEPTEMBER 13

MIDWEST EVENING OF TRIBUTE

WHERE: Aon Grand Ballroom, Navy Pier

The Navy SEAL Foundation and chairs Katie and Brent Gledhill present the 2023 Midwest Evening of Tribute to benefit the Navy SEAL Foundation. James Skinner will receive the 2023 Patriot Award. Mix and mingle over cocktails before dinner and a program featuring Susan Kilrain, retired NASA astronaut. impact.navysealfoundation.org

SEPTEMBER 18

PLAY FOR LITERACY

WHERE: Knollwood Country Club

Reading Power Inc hosts its 3rd annual Play for Literacy Golf & Games event. Enjoy golf, games, cocktails, a dinner reception, and a program, all

to support the organization’s mission to foster the promise of literacy. playforliteracy.com

SEPTEMBER 18 AND 21

67TH ANNUAL GOLD COAST FASHION SHOW

WHERE: The Peninsula Chicago & The Geraghty Fashion and philanthropy merge as the Children’s Service Board presents its annual Gold Coast Fashion Show. Cutting-edge fashion will be showcased in two fast-paced, live runway shows at a luncheon on September 18 and an evening cocktail reception on September 21. Event proceeds will support the Board’s twoyear, $2 million commitment to the Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Lurie Children’s. The Children’s Service Board will host both Gold Coast Fashion Show events with the board’s long-time partner and exclusive retail sponsor, Neiman Marcus Michigan Avenue. goldcoastfashionshow.com

SEPTEMBER 20

NORTH SHORE COOKS’ TOUR 2023

WHERE: Several North Shore Homes; luncheon at Skokie Country Club

For the 52nd year, hundreds of guests will enjoy the North Shore Cooks’ Tour. The tour will feature four houses with eye-catching architecture and inspiring interiors. The event is a project of the Auxiliary of the Woman’s Board of RUSH University Medical Center, which supports the medical

center’s outstanding patient care, research, and community outreach initiatives in the diverse communities that RUSH serves. nscookstour.org

SEPTEMBER 22 LIGHTING THE WAY

WHERE: The Casino, Chicago

The Woman’s Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital celebrates 125 years of incredible, leading-edge philanthropic work for Northwestern Memorial Hospital during an evening featuring cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and dancing to live music under a canopy of twinkling lights. Proceeds benefit the programs and critical patient-care initiatives funded by The Woman’s Board, including the most recent $4.6 million pledge to support comprehensive reproductive care that spans a woman’s lifetime. wbnorthwestern.org

SEPTEMBER 24

BAGPIPES & BONFIRE

WHERE: Middlefork Farm, Lake Forest Lake Forest Open Lands’ annual fundraiser is like no other and is not to be missed. Proceeds from the event support LFOLA’s mission to connect all to nature through outreach and land preservation. Lake Forest’s Diana and David Moore are the 2023 Bagpipes chairs with Northern Trust as presenting sponsor. lfola.org

SEPTEMBER 26

TEDXWILMETTE SALON

WHERE: The Wilmette Theatre

Lizzy Appleby will present “Say

What’s True: Everyday Bravery Can Change The World.”

Don’t miss the opportunity to network with other community members and discuss Appleby’s talk. Appleby is a facilitator, educator, and therapist with a passion for working with youth and adults to create a more radically welcoming, inclusive, and kind world. Currently, she serves as the Pride/Share Director at Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook. tedxwilmette.com

SEPTEMBER 28

CELEBRATE WITH FRIENDS

WHERE: Theater on the Lake Friends of Prentice hosts “Celebrate with Friends” to raise funds in support of the future of women’s healthcare. Guests will engage with grant recipients, indulge in interactive food and cocktail stations, enjoy live music and dancing, and much more—all against the backdrop of Lake Michigan and the beautiful Chicago city skyline. friendsofprentice.org

SEPTEMBER 30

PILLARS OF IMPACT, STORIES OF SERVICE

WHERE: RUSH University Medical Center

The Woman’s Board of Rush University Medical Center hosts its 2023 fall benefit entitled Pillars of Impact, Stories of Service. The event, chaired by Melissa Hennessy, will support the Rush University Medical Center’s campaign to make concentrated investments in areas most likely to improve the health of our region. thewomansboard.org

SEPT 30 – OCT 2

AMERICAN CRAFT EXPOSITION

WHERE: Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe

The American Craft Exposition benefitting NorthShore University HealthSystem is one of the country’s premier and highly competitive fine craft shows. With 100 exceptional artisans exhibiting museum-quality artwork, guests can purchase from luxury collections in one of 14 media, including jewelry, ceramics, metal, glass, leather, baskets, and more. Be among the first to view the collections on September 30 during the ACE Preview Party. Proceeds benefit SAVE MOMS maternal health services at NorthShore. chicagobotanic.org/craft

OCTOBER 1

THEN & NOW AUTO SHOW

WHERE: West Lake Forest Train Station

Organized by the Lake Forest/ Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce, this unique auto show features hand-selected vintage legends alongside luxury superstars of today with a diverse lineup of more than 100 cars representing a century of excellence. The 4th annual “Then & Now Auto Show” features live entertainment and food alongside its exceptional display of “drivable art.” lflbchamber.com

OCTOBER 2

MCA VISIONARY LUNCHEON

WHERE: Four Seasons Chicago Visionary celebrates arts education philanthropy in Chicago and extraordinary women artists. The event benefits the impactful array of education programs that the MCA provides to Chicago students and teachers. mcachicago.org

OCTOBER 13

100TH ANNIVERSARY

WHERE: 28 Mile Distilling Company, Highwood

Join the members of the Winnetka Board of The Northwestern Settlement as they celebrate 100 years of service at the board’s annual fundraiser, Spotlight on the Settlement. The Casino Night includes a raffle and dancing. winnetkaboard.com

OCTOBER 19

DISCUSSION AND BOOK SIGNING

WHERE: neapolitan collection, Winnetka

While modern design is sometimes associated with cold, alienating spaces, architect Celeste Robbins of Robbins Architecture is ready to shift the conversation. Using examples from her new book, The Meaningful Modern Home: Soulful Architecture and Interiors, Robbins in

conversation with design writer Zlata Naumovski will explore the nine homes featured in her book and how the fundamental principles of modernism are more nuanced than one might expect. The discussion will focus on how these principles can bring warmth and livability to a home. The event begins at 3:00 p.m. and the conversation between Robbins and Naumovski will begin at 3:30 p.m. robbins-architecture.com

The Children’s Service Board of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago hosts the 67th Annual Gold Coast Fashion show. September 18 and 21 Architect Celeste Robbins of Robbins Architecture will

SWEET TREATS

Terry’s Toffee, a gourmet toffee company, is relocating to Highland Park after more than 20 years in Chicago. The traditional family recipe that is the basis for their signature almond toffee covered in milk chocolate has developed over the years into several nut-free, dark, and white chocolate options. The award-winning recipe now incorporates unique gourmet flavor combinations, including Lavender Vanilla and Cinnamon Chipotle. With more flavors invented seasonally, there is always something new to try. All toffee is made in small batches onsite using premium ingredients, including Guittard chocolate. The new location is located at 1853 North 2nd Street, the former location of Panera Bread. Sweet Home Gelato will be relocating to share the space—making the debut doubly delicious. For more information visit terrystoffee.com.

100 DRESSES

In The Impossible Collection of Fashion—an Ultimate Collection format, handmade, oversized book—Valerie Steele flexes her curatorial muscle by showcasing the most iconic dresses of the 20th century. From Poiret to Pucci, Doucet to Dior, Vionnet to Valentino, Steele selects 100 dresses that caused a stir on the runway or at a soiree, ultimately inspiring new directions in fashion. Steele’s selections include Paul Poiret’s figure-liberating 1907 gown, Madame Grès’ sublimely draped goddess creation from 1938, Jean Paul Gaultier’s shockingly exaggerated “Cone Bust” Corset dress circa 1984, and Hussein Chalayan’s awe-inspiring, remote-control fiberglass “Airplane” dress from 2000. The compilation, while certainly subjective, is sure to receive nods of recognition along with a gasp or two of surprise. This limited-edition tome published by Assouline is housed in a linen clamshell box, and each purchase includes complimentary white gloves and a signature canvas tote bag. Happy reading. For more information, visit assouline.com.

GOOD HAIR DAY

Launched in 2017, Vegamour has quickly established its position as an industry trailblazer, addressing the root causes and symptoms of common hair concerns through a science-based, holistic approach. Their clinically proven, bioavailable plant actives are carefully curated to deliver results—without the use of harmful chemicals or short-term “fixes” that can lead to long-term problems. Vegamour uses the world’s finest, hand-curated, 100 percent vegan, natural ingredients to ensure quality and efficacy. Vegamour recently launched the HYDR-8 Collection offering clean, vegan hair hydration that won’t wash away. The collection transforms dry or dehydrated hair with powerful plant-based ingredients including the brand’s signature Karmatin™ a vegan alternative to keratin. Clinical results show that after just one use, HYDR-8 left hair 15 times more hydrated, 3 times stronger, and hydrated for 72 hours. Here’s to hair-raising hydration! For more information, visit vegamour.com.

Emilio Pucci, Italy. Model Simone d’Aillencourt poses in a swirled flame-print poncho and jewel-cuffed pants inside the former royal Lake Palace, in Udaipur, India. Pucci’s psychedelic prints in vibrant colors were perfectly suited for the exuberantly youthful fashion aesthetic of the 1960s. © Condé Nast archive-Corbis

SHORE CITY

JEN HASLEY grew up in Winnetka with her parents and two sisters, Noelle and Aimee. The three girls all reside in their childhood suburb and today have 11 children between them—making family dinners great fun. Hasley married her high school sweetheart, Scott, after pursuing a degree in nursing. She began her career at Prentice Women’s Hospital and found a passion for women’s health. During this time, Hasley fostered deep relationships with other medical professionals and patients resulting in lifelong friendships. Hasley paused her nursing career to raise her daughter and three sons and loves spending time with family and friends, gardening, cooking, entertaining, volunteering, reading, and traveling. This dedicated mom put down her gardening shears to share her city and shore favorites with Sheridan Road

What’s on the Horizon? Fall, my favorite time of year in Chicago. Looking forward to celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary in London, diving into fall sports and school schedules with our three boys, and Family Weekend with our daughter at TCU Mantra? Be your best self, spread kindness, be grateful Best Grooming Tip? HydraFacials at Images Med Spa Guilty Pleasure? A date night at home watching Dateline with pizza and Bordeaux Favorite foods? Recipes from my childhood—homemade pizza, pesto, chicken piccata, marinated flank steak, and mom’s famous chocolate sheet cake Music you love? Country and old school classics Best advice ever given to you? Train your mind to see the good in every situation Best advice you’ve given? Surround yourself with positive people who inspire you to be your best self Earliest Memory? Listening to my dad play the piano and making gingerbread houses from scratch with my mom and sisters When you wake up you? Check emails, calendar, and top news stories then get everyone out the door on time Before bed you? Kiss everyone goodnight, read a chapter of a book, and say a prayer of thanks and gratitude What’s on your

bookshelf? Historical fiction is my favorite genre. I’m reading Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See and up next is The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel You can’t live without? Family, friends, my dog, floss, and lip gloss Love to escape to? Palmetto Bluff and the slow pace of the beautiful Carolina Lowcountry Advice you’d give to your younger self? Don’t rush through life! Trust the wait, live life to its fullest, and savor every moment

ON THE SHORE IN THE CITY

Your style is? Comfortable and classic Shop? Bunny & Babe, The Grand, Noah’s Ark, and Chalet Can’t leave the house without? My blue IZIPIZI readers and LANEIGE lip gloss Transportation? My SUV for carpooling, hauling hockey and lacrosse bags, and grocery runs Driving Music? The Highway and my Spotify playlists Place to Eat? Tocco, Pomeroy, EJ’s Place, Three Tarts, Hometown Best thing about the Shore? Peace and quiet, having my family close by, lifelong friendships, small businesses Worst thing about the Shore? Cooler near the lakefront in the spring Perfect Day is? A peaceful morning working in my garden, a long walk with girlfriends and my dog, and heading uptown for a family dinner

Your style is? Classic with an edge Can’t leave the house without? My KREWE sunglasses and a crossbody bag Shop? Saks, Zara with my daughter, and the LEGO Store with my little guy Transportation? Metra or Uber Music? My daughter’s Spotify playlists Eat? Pizzeria Portofino, Le Colonial, RL, Rose Mary, Miru Restaurant Best thing about the City? The skyline, vibe, and energy Worst thing about the City? Traffic and parking The Perfect day is? An afternoon at Wrigley with the family, showing the kids all of our past go-tos around town

Jennifer Hasley wearing Ulla Johnson dress, Neiman Marcus Northbrook

Step Two of the STRATEGIC DIVORCE PROCESS™

WORDS BY MICHONE RIEWER / PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATRINA WITTKAMP / STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA

Divorce is complicated. And when you’re first starting out, it’s incredibly overwhelming. The attorneys at Strategic Divorce strive to educate our clients on all relevant matters to ease the process. We believe knowledge provides strength and peace of mind. This goal of education inspired me to write The Strategic Divorce Process™.

My book breaks divorce into five distinct steps when children are involved, and two distinct steps where no children are involved. These steps are: 1. Making Decisions for Your Children; 2. Visitation; 3. Child Support; 4. Maintenance; and 5. Division of Marital Assets and Debts.

Last month, we examined the first part of a custody agreement—decision-making. In this month’s column, we will examine the second part of a custody agreement—visitation.

It is essential that both parts of the custody agreement be outlined before any discussions regarding financials—child support, spousal support, or division of assets—occur.

Before any negotiations begin, we work with our clients to determine what parenting time they want, what they think will best meet their children’s needs, and what they think their spouse wants.

There was a perception that women were automatically granted more favorable visitation. In the past five years, we’ve seen a huge shift in the division of parenting time. Thanks to discussions surrounding a father’s rights and studies that show how kids benefit from having both parents involved in their lives, fathers are no longer forced into a minor parenting role.

Today, 50/50 visitation is much more common. For a judge to determine that one parent should be awarded more time, the attorney will need to advocate for a special schedule and give good reasons as to why the schedule is in the children’s best interests. Such reasons would include if one parent has substance abuse issues or is not home enough during the week to reasonably care for their kids or has work hours that make transportation to and from school difficult. The attorney may also argue for a special schedule if there is a significant distance between residences.

There are several different ways to determine who has the children each night. The best way is for the parents to work together to create a schedule that optimizes the quality time both parents have with their children. Some people feel that a looser schedule is more appropriate for their family because they may have an amicable co-parenting relationship and believe a visitation agreement will be too constricting. However, it is important to note that the court will not accept any agreement that doesn’t clearly outline where the children will be sleeping every night of the year.

Determining visitation can be a thorny process. Some parents are unable to agree on a schedule because the number of overnights each parent has during the year affects the amount of child support that is required to be paid. Other parents are unable to agree on a schedule because their anger and animosity prevent

them from being reasonable. In these cases, the court can appoint an attorney for the children and/or a psychological professional to evaluate the family’s situation and to help make the determination. Luckily, most parents understand that having an amicable co-parenting relationship and fostering positive connections with both parents is in the family’s best interests. Yet, in some cases hurt feelings or a desire to reduce the child support obligation take precedence. One parent may even actively try to turn the children against the other parent. In these situations, it is important to have a counsel who de-escalates the situation and helps the parties move toward a resolution, rather than an attorney who intensifies the conflict.

The custody agreement is a long, frequently complicated, and often emotionally exhausting process. But it’s usually the hardest part of the divorce, and once it is complete, the next three steps of the Strategic Divorce Process™ move more quickly.

Michone Riewer

Michone Riewer is an attorney with Strategic Divorce in Lake Bluff, 847-234-4445, strategicdivorce.com.

FALL PREVIEW

The

season’s newest arrivals.

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September 3

Shakti: 50th Anniversary Tour with special guest Béla Fleck

September 8

Childs/Reid/Wilson Combo with Kurt Elling

September 10

Reik: Fiesta Ravinia

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MORE THAN SHE IMAGINED

Bunny & Babe owner Peyton Merrill expands her fashionable retail space to deliver top-notch customer service to women of all ages.

WORDS BY ANN MARIE SCHEIDLER / PHOTOGRAPHY BY LISA SCIASCIA STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA / HAIR & MAKEUP BY CATHLEEN HEALY

Winnetka’s Peyton Merrill grew up in the fashion world. Having worked her way up the ladder of a national retailer to running its 10,000-squarefoot store on Michigan Avenue and managing its 40 employees—she dreamed that one day she might have her own store.

That time finally came in February 2020.

“Can you believe my timing?” Merrill says with a quick laugh. But even a pandemic couldn’t stop her.

“My store manager and I used social media creatively and did our best to stay connected to our customers even when our store was closed,” she says. “So, when COVID was over—really over— our business exploded. I felt like we just outgrew our original space at 555 Chestnut.”

When a retail neighbor, two doors down, decided to close, the timing was in Merrill’s favor.

“The store space was just an amazing shell,” Merrill says. “With a little decorating, we were able to open in three months.”

But Merrill’s desire to expand still wasn’t satisfied.

“Once we opened, I realized how much I wanted the storefront in the middle,” she says. “Having the two stores separated by another tenant wasn’t easy. It was hard for our customers—and hard

on our staff—to go back and forth between the two. I was finally able to negotiate with the neighboring owner and now Bunny & Babe is as I always hoped it would be.”

Today, Bunny & Babe can dress young women from the seventh grade into their seventies and beyond. They also offer beautiful home accessories and gifts.

Bunny & Babe shoe wall

Bunny & Babe dressing room

“We really are known for our dresses,” Merrill explains. “Everything from casual day dresses to cocktail and wedding attire. We try to visit New York six times a year on buying trips, in addition to Dallas and Atlanta. The root of who we are is very classic, but we keep our finger on the pulse of new, feminine lady-like brands that are just emerging so that we can offer them before anyone else.”

The expansion has lent itself to Bunny & Babe unveiling its newest concept for its younger customers—Violet.

“Violet is a focused collection for our high school to college-aged girls,” Merrill explains. “We think the name Violet fits so nicely with our signature colors of lavender and light blue.”

Merrill and her team work tirelessly on their merchandise displays. “I think one of the reasons the store does so well is because we pay careful attention to aesthetics,” she notes. “We try to keep things fresh because we know the details matter.”

Merrill also believes the extra space will support the level of customer service her team strives to provide.

“We do our best to welcome each customer into our store and find out how we can be of assistance,” she shares. “If a customer just wants to come in, look around, and not be bothered—that’s fine with us. But most people who walk into our store are looking for something. Our goal is to be helpful.

I think this makes such a difference to our customers, and this is a huge priority for us. We don’t like a customer to leave without feeling completely satisfied.”

While Merrill knows that many women want an in-store shopping experience, some value the convenience of an e-commerce site.

“We’ve completely revamped the website for our store and have a dedicated e-commerce team,” Merrill explains. “Customers can literally buy just about anything we have in our store from the website. Instagram is the main feeder for our e-com business. Everything is always linked as we try to make it easy for our customers to shop. We’re happy to make free local deliveries and are so excited to see our business grow nationally. This is such a great opportunity for us.”

The next logical question for Merrill is, what’s next?

“You know what? I’m excited to slow down a bit and hone in on the details that we haven’t even had time to think about yet,” she says. “It’s time for the fun stuff—improving the flow of the store, hosting more pop-ups, perfecting our space—focusing on all of the little things that will make shopping at Bunny & Babe special. I can’t wait.”

For more information, visit bunnyandbabe.com or follow their Instagram @bunnyandbabewinnetka. Bunny & Babe is located at 555 Chestnut in Winnetka.

Bunny & Babe owner Peyton Merrill

INNOVATIVE & FUNCTIONAL DESIGN

Legendary Chicago-based fashion designer Maria Pinto has adorned countless leading women, including Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey, with innovative yet functional designs. Pinto shares insights into her boutique’s recent move and the evolution of her collections.

EDITED BY MORGAN HOGERTY / PHOTOGRAPHY BY YUYA OHASHI

1. Why the move?

The West Loop was home to my first store when we launched ten years ago. Today, our clients work, live or spend more time in the Gold Coast so, on the heels of the 10th anniversary, it felt like an opportune time to pursue a larger storefront in a new part of town.

2. How have you and your brand evolved over the last 10 years?

In concert with the move to my new Chicago storefront, the M2057 by Maria Pinto moniker that launched my ready-towear collection in 2013 has changed to Maria Pinto. The change symbolizes my continued transformation. Just as I encourage my clients to discover comfort and confidence in the diversity of their bodies and lives from year to year, I, too, try to boldly evolve and wanted to honor this new season of my career with the simplicity and realness of my name. I’ve always welcomed the freedom of moving into each moment of my life. It’s so critical that as women, we completely own the perfection of being ourselves at all stages. And really, I don’t believe in reinventing yourself. I am simply in a constant state of evolution.

3. What is today’s socially active, professional woman looking for in a style system?

I’d like to think that the garments I create are an essential staple for any active woman who consciously values her humble, yet powerful, place in the community. With a minimalist, architectural aesthetic for the everyday polished look, my clients love our “industrial meets elegant” pieces. They also lend to a seamless day-to-evening transition for the social professional. From neutral tones to vibrant monochromatic styles and artful prints, our designs are manufactured in the U.S. and crafted with fine European fabrics that are machine washable, stain resistant, wrinkle and fade-free with designs that stand the test of “style time.” These attributes alone speak to what women value today: time.

4. You launch new capsules nearly every two months. Where do you draw inspiration?

My inspiration comes from the environment all around me. Nature is definitely a big source, as you’ll see in several of our prints and even in the artwork that I personally create. As a trained artist, I am also fascinated by the use of color and patterns and am intrigued by the artistic works of others. Even architecture sparks ideas. I previously collaborated with architect Jeanne Gang to

create a capsule collection that was inspired by her architecture. Today, I am working on a capsule collection in partnership with Chicago artist Amanda Williams, who has gained a tremendous amount of well-deserved acclaim for her studies in color. That collection will launch in 2024.

5. Pro Tip: You are traveling on a 2-day business trip, with an extra day of leisure tacked on. What are you packing?

I hear from clients all the time that they love traveling with Maria Pinto because of the pieces’ malleability and the ability to pack just a few staples. For a business trip, you can’t go wrong with our Zadie pant, a straight-leg pant that has a flattering elegance. The Vedder skirt is another favorite—a high-waisted piece with a soft A-line cut that reads pencil but brings some sway and shape as you move. Both garments are ideal for a business meeting with pumps followed by a dinner date with strappy heels when paired with one of our tops or jackets. The Delphine dress is so much fun and comfortable for everything from weddings to business to sightseeing. Its presence is beautiful and easy to take up or down with chic heels or a charming flat. And lastly, I always recommend traveling with a lightweight jacket. Our Hopper coat has been in massive demand. This mid-length jacket is light and airy—lending an ideal shape for layering. You can belt it for a cinched fit and even remove the bottom panel for a shorter cut. Wear it dressy or toss it over jeans and a tee for an effortless fashion statement while on the go.

For more information visit, mariapinto.com

Designer Maria Pinto

A Significant Home in a Fairy Tale Setting ….

546 Lakeland Drive in East Lake Bluff

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Located on a secluded cul de sac near Lake Michigan and only a 4-minute drive to Lake Forest High School, this classic English Country home appears to have been there for generations. Perfectly set on its spectacular 1.4-acre ravine property, it’s a rare nd in the heart of very east Lake Bluff!

Custom-designed and built by noted architect and builder Rick Swanson, it embodies the best of all worlds: the classicism and craftsmanship of an older North Shore estate, combined with the modern technology and lower maintenance of newer construction.

Its setting is unique: the slope into one of Lake Bluff’s most extraordinary deep ravines allows for multi-level lawn and garden areas accented by beautiful stone garden walls, blue stone patios. It features a stunning swimming pool as the focal point of the very private back yard.

Built for both grand scale entertaining and intimate family living, this 7,418 square foot home features 5 + bedrooms; 7.1 baths; 6 replaces; 10-foot ceilings on the rst oor and 9-foot ceilings on the second oor; a greenhouse; and an attached 4-car garage.

An elegant rst oor bedroom suite can be a second primary suite, or a lovely guest suite. There is also a luxurious nished walkout basement that leads to a patio area overlooking the deep and forested ravine.

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The Lake Forest Shop is under new ownership for the first time in 100 years!

Lauren Peters and Nicole Carrabine are honored to accept ownership of the historic Lake Forest Shop, which represents the most iconic fashion history any Chicago-area boutique has to offer.

Lauren and Nicole invite you to stop by The Lake Forest Shop and experience how we’re melding the legacy and tradition of high fashion and white glove service with chic modern lines and digital conveniences. We can’t wait to see you there.

To live and dream. To play and rest. To connect and grow. To welcome bigger, better things.

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From the moment you enter, this is a home like no other, your ultimate urban oasis. Discover Tribune Tower Residences, a sublime union of modernity and timelessness.

All floor plans shown are for illustrative purposes only. Floor plans may not depict final design of units as constructed and may not be drawn to scale. All sketches, renderings, architectural models, materials, plans, specifications, terms, prices, conditions and statements, including estimated timeframes and dates, contained herein are proposed only and are not intended to constitute representations. Developer reserves the right to make modifications in its sole discretion and without prior notice. All photographs and renderings are merely intended as illustrations of the activities and concepts depicted therein as interpreted by the artists. Developer makes no representations regarding any view and/or exposure to light at any time including any existing or future construction by either owner or a third party. Square footage and ceiling heights are approximate and may be based on various measurement methodologies, subject to construction variances and tolerances, as well as redesign, and vary from unit to unit (and may vary from floor to floor). This brochure shall not constitute a valid offer in any jurisdiction where prior registration is required and not yet fulfilled. Where used, developer shall mean Tribune Tower West (Chicago) Owner, LLCand its affiliated entities and their respective managers, members, directors, shareholders, partners, agents, affiliates and employees.

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THE NORTH SHORE’S MOST CREATIVE PURSUITS

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Rodney Smith’s Shoes on Staircase No. 1, Chicago, Illinois, 1997 appears in the Rodney Smith: Leap of Faith exhibit at Anne Loucks Gallery in Glencoe from September 28 to November 30. The opening reception is on September 29 with Getty photography curator Paul Martineau and author of the Getty Museums’ retrospective monograph, Rodney Smith: A Leap of Faith

THE SPONTANEITY OF STYLE

A new exhibition at Anne Loucks Gallery casts light on the masterful photography of Rodney Smith.

Anne Loucks wearing St. John Peach Boucle dress, Neiman Marcus Northbrook and gold necklace from Jill Alberts, Glencoe

WORDS BY JOE ROSENTHAL / PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARIA PONCE STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA / HAIR & MAKEUP BY CATHLEEN HEALY

Rodney Smith’s iconic photographs exert a gravitational pull. These are not images that rest quietly on walls. They beg to be looked at, pulling you in with their stunning technical perfection and evocations of exuberance, mystery, whimsy, heroism, and vulnerability. Whether Smith’s subjects were a couple clasping hands above a tiny blue Fiat in Amalfi, a man improbably leaping over a massive roll of hay in the fields of Maryland, or a woman balancing majestically on a seaplane’s wing in the Dominican Republic, the photographer’s exquisite prints shimmer with natural light and feature gorgeous settings framing moments of spontaneity, romance, and reflection.

“I want people to see the beauty and whimsy in life, not its ugliness,” Smith once said of his work. “I feel the need to reach out for its soul, its depth, and its underlying beauty. I represent a world that is possible if people act their best.”

The photographer is the subject of a new exhibition at Anne Loucks Gallery in Glencoe that runs from September 29 to November 30. Rodney Smith: Leap of Faith features 24 examples of the artist’s work from 1994–2014, in both color and black & white. The show title is a nod to the recent release of the Getty Museums’ retrospective monograph, Rodney Smith: A Leap of

Faith. The book’s author, Getty photography curator Paul Martineau, will be at the opening reception Friday, September 29th from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

“For the exhibition, we’ve focused on the narrative elements of his work—the storytelling, the style, and humor,” says gallery owner Anne Loucks. “The images included are striking in their beauty and magical light and at the same time, they draw you in and invite you to look twice. Rodney’s brilliance is evident in the compositions filled with spontaneity, wit, and a touch of surprise.”

The humor and creativity that Loucks speaks of are deftly on display in Reed Floating Above Giant Top Hat, which was shot in Amenia, New York, two years before the artist’s passing at age 68 in 2016. Smith shunned any manipulation of his images, which makes the surreal loftiness in the photo all the more mesmerizing. With its dueling top hats and leaping figure, it’s a nod to René Magritte as well as photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson who was a significant influence.

Smith was born on Christmas Eve 1947 in New York City to parents from the hamlet of Woodmere, Long Island. He attended Avon Old Farms School in Connecticut and fell in love with English literature. But it was a visit to the Museum of Modern Art during his college years in 1967 that inspired Smith’s decision to become a photographer. He saw works by Cartier-Bresson, André

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Kertész, and Dorothea Lange that stoked the creativity that had been burgeoning within him.

“My life was never the same again,” said Smith of the trip. “I looked at those pictures repeatedly, getting more and more excited, and saying and feeling to myself ‘I can do this. This is for me. This is my life.’”

After he graduated from the University of Virginia in 1970, much to his parents’ chagrin he earned a master’s degree in theology from Yale University, while minoring in photography under famed photojournalist and photographer Walker Evans.

But Smith got off to an auspicious start. Upon graduation, he received a Jerusalem Foundation Fellowship to document the diverse cultures in the Middle East. His images from the time are photojournalistic in style and reminiscent of the work of his teacher, Evans. Following this documentary phase, he was commissioned to take portraits of corporate leaders like the CEOs of H.J. Heinz, Merrill Lynch, and Northrop Grumman. From there, Smith found a calling in fashion photography, shooting for Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Neiman Marcus among

many others, and forged long-term working relationships with W, Vanity Fair, New York magazine, The New York Times, and leading fashion publications throughout the ‘90s. Over time, Smith transitioned to more personal work, indulging his creativity fully, often shooting at his beloved Hudson River Valley home in Snedens Landing an hour outside Manhattan.

Smith’s work has gained the attention of curators around the country and is now included in the permanent collections of the Museum of Fine Art in Boston, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Yale University Art Gallery, the Getty Museum, and many others.

Loucks lived in New York in the early nineties and recalls Smith’s work for fashion houses and major publications back then. “He was an artist whom I admired for many years,” she says. “The more I saw and read about his work, the more I fell in love with it. He was a master of both the art and science of photography. He

Saori Standing in Boat, Dominican Republic, 2010

Saori on Seaplane Wing No.2, Dominican Republic, 2010

Reed Floating Above Giant Top Hat, Amenia, New York, 2014

“I go out in the world. I breathe in its notoriety and humor, to be able to see clearer, to look for understanding and purpose, to open up, to reach exuberantly and unforgivingly for the light.”

—RODNEY SMITH

knew his camera inside and out and understood every aspect of its capability. Such technical mastery and intuition helped enable his boundless creativity. He would work through different ideas on a photo shoot to get the perfect composition, playing around with scale, proportion, light, and movement, as well as the emotional response to a setting. His work was shot only using film and natural light. Nothing was ever digitally enhanced or manipulated. He liked the depth and richness he felt he could only get with film shooting.”

Surveying some of the work in the exhibition, Loucks’ longheld appreciation is clear. In Jimmy Standing in the Ocean Wearing Sunglasses, she notes the humor, irony, and spectacle of the unexpected scene of Smith’s model submerged while wearing a

suit. “He knew the light and reflection at this moment in time,” she says, pointing out nuances in the image. “There’s so much to look at in each of his prints. At first glance, they’re captivating in their beauty, but when you get closer and study them, you’re really in awe of the magic and creativity.”

In Saori Standing in a Boat, which has a wonderful complexity belying its simple veneer, Loucks notes how the composition and background light uplift the viewer. “There’s so much joy and promise. He worked with these beautiful settings and he was aware of the majesty of the place, the light, the color, the atmosphere. He had a profound connection to the world around him, and at the same time was always interested in the human story behind his photographs.”

Indeed, one need only read Smith’s own words about what photography meant to him to better understand the power of his images: “I go out in the world. I breathe in its notoriety and humor, to be able to see clearer, to look for understanding and purpose, to open up, to reach exuberantly and unforgivingly for the light.”

For more information, visit loucksgallery.com.

Jimmy Standing in Ocean Wearing Sunglasses, Dominican Republic, 2010

Saori & Mossimo Holding Hands, Amalfi, Italy, 2007

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GALA FOR GOOD

With years of experience in the hospitality industry and two different culinary degrees, it’s no wonder that ALEXANDRA (“ALEX”) LYON SINGER is the mastermind behind the Lyon Family Foundation’s signature fundraising event—The Hoosier Ball. Curating the guest experience through food and entertainment is always top of mind as Singer concepts and designs the annual event. She pulls inspiration from her time working in the back-of-house at luxury hotels, cooking in catering kitchens, and traveling the globe. As Executive Director of the Lyon Family Foundation, her greatest joy is being able to weave a web of philanthropic and talented people to support important causes, all of which honor the legacy of her dad, Robert H. Lyon. The foundation’s latest initiative, Lyon’s Way, raises funds to support adolescent and young adult oncology patients at the University of Chicago’s Comer Children’s Hospital. Here is how this philanthropic superstar stays current between foundation meetings and flawless events. For more information about Lyon’s Way and the Hoosier Ball visit lyonsway.org.

EDITED BY MORGAN HOGERTY / PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES GUSTIN

STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA / HAIR & MAKEUP BY CATHLEEN HEALY

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“My favorite dinner party playlist is Seu Jorge, a Brazilian guitarist a dear friend took me to see at Thalia Hall. His music immediately sets the vibe, and our guests become instant fans. To rev up for a run, I listen to Mojave Grey, an up-and-coming immersive duo performing at our upcoming Hoosier Ball. Their unplugged music is the perfect beat for a distance run.”

“Some might say I am addicted to paper goods and beautiful tablescapes. I am constantly finding new favorites but I always love the work of Veronica Halim (@truffypi), Shhh My Darling (@by_shhh_my_darling), and Every.Little.Something (@every. little.something). For tablescape inspiration, La DoubleJ (@ladoublej), Marie Daage (@ mariedaage—newly introduced to me by the fabulous, Chicago-based Rishi Patel), and Gien (#gien).”

Alex Lyon Singer wearing Zimmerman, Neiman Marcus

TALKING TIME: HINDMAN’S SEAN JOHNSON TAKES US BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE WATCH WORLD

Sheridan Road (SR): Can you tell us what sparked your interest in watches?

Sean Johnson (SJ): I grew up in Geneva, Switzerland, the historical epicenter of horology and where time is an intrinsic part of the Swiss DNA. Being on time is a fundamental element in Swiss culture, so watches and clocks naturally play an important role in our everyday life.

Growing up next to some of the most important watch manufacturers like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Richemont brands, certainly inspired my passion for watches. Living outside of Switzerland has also given me a deeper appreciation for Swiss timekeeping engineering and its impact around the world.

SR: We hear you are quite the traveler and have lived in several countries.

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and typically hunt for watches during latenight online bidding. I love discovering new makers—there is definitely room for disruption and new watch concepts! It’s sometimes hard for me to separate my work from my passion for the industry.

SR: What are some watch brands to watch out for?

SJ: Throughout my career and life, I’ve been fortunate to reside in many different countries—I have lived in 20 countries and traveled to more than 100—but I’ve always brought a Swiss mindset with me. In some ways, I feel that I have become a personal ambassador to Switzerland.

SR: How did you begin your career?

SJ: Following my undergraduate degree, I attended GIA (Gemological Institute of America), the premier institution for those interested in jewelry. My first job was at a diamond trading company in Barcelona. I eventually ended up on 47th Street in New York City in my early 20s, which was a true turning point in my career. I honed my skills in how to authenticate, buy and sell, price, and negotiate, and eventually ended up moving into the auction world.

SR: What have been some of the most memorable watches in your personal collection?

SJ: The IWC Portuguese was the first major watch I ever purchased. I guess you could say it was my first “grown-up” watch. I bought it because I truly loved it, and I always encourage collectors to genuinely love what they buy. The watch I’m wearing currently (as seen in the image) is a Rolex GMT-Master II, nicknamed the “Batman.” I bought this one in 2017, back when it was still possible to buy these watches right off the shelf. I also have a soft spot for small European and Asian brands

SJ: The most sought-after watches are usually from Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Richard Mille (“the big four”). Vacheron Constantin, A. Lange & Söhne, and Jaeger-LeCoultre also do well at auction depending on the model, year of manufacture, and of course, the condition of the watch. For women looking for watches, a classic Rolex Datejust or a Patek Philippe Calatrava are always a good choice. Watches by independent manufacturers, such as F.P.Journe, De Bethune, and MB&F, have been performing exceptionally well at auctions in recent years.

SR: Tips for collectors?

SJ: Buy what you love, and love what you buy. Don’t fall into the misperception that every watch is an “investment.” Collecting watches is a journey. It’s about finding watches that bring you joy and appreciating the artistry and storytelling behind the piece. I encourage new collectors to learn about the history of watchmaking and the crucial role timekeeping has played in society. There is a true savoir-faire to watchmaking, being passed down from generation to generation, which I think is underappreciated.

SR: What have you been focused on at Hindman since you joined the firm last year?

SJ: There has been so much growth in the last decade in the world of pre-owned watches, and Hindman is poised to become a leading house for collectors to buy and sell some of the rarest and most desirable watches. My focus has been curating sales that feature exceptional collections and models from around the world while building a robust network of collectors throughout the country and beyond.

Hindman will present a single owner watch auction at 9 a.m. and a various owner watch auction at 1 p.m. on October 18. Bidding will be available via Hindman’s Digital Bid Room, bid.hindmanauctions.com.

Hindman’s Director of Watches Sean Johnson wearing Brunello Cucinelli, Neiman Marcus

Sean Johnson is Hindman’s Director of Watches. Here, he shares more about his passion for watches and advice for budding and seasoned watch collectors.

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The breakfast nook of a young couple who enlisted Stone Textile Studio by Elizabeth Mollen to update their Highland Park home. The completed project is featured in Home Tour Photography by Dustin Halleck, styling by Cate Ragen

RETOOLED AND READY TO GO

Designer Elizabeth Mollen updates a ‘40s-era house for a family in Highland Park.

WORDS BY THOMAS CONNORS

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DUSTIN HALLECK

STYLING BY CATE RAGEN

Time never stands still. And for many of us, space isn’t a constant either. The closet under the stairs becomes a powder room. That unused attic? Meet the man cave. And now that you’ve walked your daughter down the aisle, wouldn’t her old room make a perfect office? Unless we up and move with every change in life, our homes—with a little nudging—grow with us.

When a couple with two young boys decided their Highland Park home needed an update, they turned to Elizabeth Mollen of Chicago-based Stone Textile Studio. The layout of their 1940s house didn’t offer the flow they were after, but with some sympathetic tweaking the interiors became more conducive to the family’s active, relaxed lifestyle. “We retooled the space to create an open plan, making the kitchen and family room more connected,” says Mollen, who began her career in textiles before expanding into interior design. She also carved out some space from the kitchen to fashion a much-needed mudroom and transformed the basement from four hard-to-use rooms into one big space that functions as a media center and playroom.

Good looks and functionality drove the kitchen design in equal measure. “Our clients are avid cooks and love entertaining, so a large durable island with a huge sink was key,” says Mollen. “The sink faces the family room so everyone can be in one place during the crazy dinner time rush.” Mollen topped the island with a durable black quartzite and outfitted the space with custom shiplap cabinetry. A custom, L-shaped banquette and a table from RH form a comfortable, sunlit seating area. Throughout, a palette of white and taupe/gray gives the kitchen a crisp yet warm air.

Boy’s bedroom

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Black, white, and earth tones pervade the home, punctuated with eye-popping bold strokes of pattern and color. A fanciful lama wallpaper brightens the laundry room, while a green snakeskin wallpaper by Phillip Jeffries gives the dining room just the right touch of formality. The children’s bedrooms are awash in beautiful blue wall coverings from Kelly Wearstler.

Lighting gets special attention in spaces, from the almost sea creature-like pendant over the custom dining table to the marvelously sculptural vintage piece that stands in the curve of the entry hall staircase. The remarkably elevated sunroom sports an upholstered bench from CB2 with a vaguely Art Deco base and a wonderfully at-ease sofa that swings from the ceiling. Altogether, this re-envisioned home is a pleasing balance of high style and livability, the classic millwork and contemporary lines of the furnishings creating a substantive but far from stuffy ambiance.

“These were fun clients who really appreciate design and the creativity process,” says Mollen. “They came with some general ideas, but let me help them explore possibilities and were open to new ideas. They wanted to have fun while keeping the design timeless with pieces they will love forever. They were open to taking design risks, which is every designer’s dream.”

For more information, visit stonetextilestudio.com.

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01 Petal Rim Colorblock Vase, Anthropologie Old Orchard, 847-673-0721 02 AERIN Cane Chess Set, aerin.com 03 Maison Venu Tuileries in Persimmon, maisonvenu.com 04 Cheena Topaz Candle Lamp, Anthropologie Old Orchard, 847-673-0721 05 Ginori 1735 LaVenus Chair, ginori1735.com 06 Brooke & Lou Aribella Vase, brookeandlou.com 07 Weezie Bath Towels, weezietowels.com 08 Topia Sideboard by Ginny Macdonald, luluandgeorgia.com 09 Tiger Grasscloth Wallpaper by Sarah Sherman Samuel, luluandgeorgia.com 10 Laszlo Camel Swivel Chair, CB2 Chicago, 312-787-8329 11 Fern Bar Cabinet, Anthropologie Old Orchard, 847-673-0721 12 Jenni Kayne Home Collection, Jenni Kayne Chicago, 872-829-0202

13 Camden Sofa, CB2 Chicago, 312-787-8329 14 Colorado Table Lamp, Anthropologie Old Orchard, 847-673-0721

15 Brooke & Lou Alpage Scalloped Ring Dish, brookeandlou.com 16 Coco Tealight Holder, CB2 Chicago, 312-787-8329

17 Tatine One Rainy Day Candle, Tatine Chicago, 312-733-0173 18 Frameology Gallery Wall, frameology.com 19 Irregular Checkerboard Rug by Sarah Sherman Samuel, luluandgeorgia.com 20 Camden Sofa, CB2 Chicago, 312-787-8329

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As the holiday season is fast approaching, there is no better time to adorn your home with a touch of timeless elegance. Prepare to welcome friends and family into a haven of comfort and sophistication, where cherished memories are made against the backdrop of exquisite decor. Loomcraft, much more than just a fabric store, presents an unparalleled array of services that will transform your living space just in time for family gatherings.

Prepare for holiday celebrations by infusing your interiors with new life. Loomcraft’s reupholstery and custom drapery services are meticulously tailored to ensure your home radiates an aura of grandeur. Let Loomcraft’s master artisans breathe new life into your beloved furniture, reviving its splendor and bringing forth a renewed sense of beauty.

Picture the perfect custom drapery gracing your windows, complementing the hues of the season, and diffusing warm, inviting light throughout your home. Loomcraft’s design consultants are eager to collaborate with you, crafting personalized drapery solu-

tions that encapsulate your unique style and create an ambiance that enchants both residents and guests alike.

With time passing at lightning speed, the Loomcraft staff understands the importance of timely preparations. As you embark on your journey of home transformation, allow them to be your trusted partner in creating a space that radiates charm. To ensure your decorating endeavors are completed before the holidays, they encourage you to get in touch with them at your earliest convenience to take advantage of their complimentary design consultations and on-site visits.

Loomcraft’s team of experts stands ready to guide you through the process, from selecting the perfect fabrics to bringing your vision to life with unrivaled craftsmanship. Whether you seek a cozy corner for intimate gatherings or a grand setting for festive galas, they have the expertise and resources to turn your dreams into reality.

Loomcraft Fabric Outlet is located at 645 Lakeview Parkway in Vernon Hills, right near the Vernon Hills Police Department, open Monday to Saturday, 847-680-1119, thefabricoutlet.com.

Annie is quite simply the best REALTOR® we have ever worked with.  She was professional, realistic and driven in her persistent efforts to satisfy our home purchase targeting and eventual acquisition. In a very challenging residential market she helped us zero in on our desired location, at a fair price for our new home. A positive, productive experience by any measure.

-Warren

We help clients get from here to there.

“I’ve met and worked with a number of different agents since moving to the area, but Dave and Amy are unparalleled. They recently handled the sale of my old home and the purchase of my new one, and both transactions went off without a hitch. Dave and Amy are approachable, professional, and always available to answer questions. I never felt an ounce of pressure to settle for anything less than I was comfortable with, and I will always be grateful that they helped me find my dream home. If you want a dependable, trustworthy team in your corner, they’re it.”

- Debbie

GREAT SCOTT

Lake Forest interior designer Elizabeth Scott shares her favorite aspects of a recent North Shore design project.

EDITED BY JULIA PAULMAN / PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIKE SCHWARTZ

For nearly two decades, Elizabeth Scott, the mastermind behind Elizabeth Scott Design Group (ESDG), has been cultivating clients’ visions. Whether it be a new build or remodel, Scott uses the power of design to create one-of-a-kind homes from coast to coast that are both eye-catching and functional. The ESDG crew recently added a beautiful renovation in the heart of Lake Forest to their growing list of revamped homes on the North Shore. The team was able to adorn each room with intricate yet timeless details, rendering a redesign to remember. This design maven shares her insights about the project with Sheridan Road

What is the great room’s main focal point?

There are beautiful views at every angle in the room, but I do love the main fireplace wall with the built-in cabinetry. We started with simple white cabinetry and added a wood-veneered,

chevron-patterned Maya Romanoff wallcovering in the back of the open shelves to add warmth and texture. We also used picture lights to set off the great accessories and incorporated leather loop pulls on the base cabinets.

What is your favorite detail in the great room?

That’s a hard question as I have several. I love the custom rug; it was one of the first things we started with—the color is a beautiful, muted peacock blue and has an amazing unique pattern. We created it with our friends at Lapchi at the Merchandise Mart. It was made in Kathmandu by an amazing artist who has a way with using high and low patterns with gorgeous texture. Then, I’d have to say the blue swivel chairs—the pattern is so fun. Almost everything in this room is custom, which gave us the freedom to have very comfortable sofas and chairs made in the exact fabrics we selected.

DESIGN SPOTLIGHT

Were you most excited about displaying particular decorative pieces?

Yes, the family has traveled extensively throughout the world, which made each piece so meaningful to showcase. We used many of their items from China, Africa, and Brazil and then filled in with other pieces to balance the colors.

How is the color scheme carried throughout the house?

We used varying shades of blue to have a subtle common thread throughout the open floor plan. You will find the main staircase’s custom runner actually ties the first floor together. Its custom colors, weave, and pattern marries all the cream and blue tones together, and best of all it is very durable. We worked with our long-time partners at Oscar Iberian Rugs, who used their London weavers.

What detail in the kitchen stands out most to you?

The existing kitchen made for a great palette to add in sleek swivel stools and new cabinetry hardware, along with the beautiful custom starburst table and chairs. We finished with a couple of key accessories that enhanced the simplicity of the room.

What is your favorite aspect about the office?

The wallcovering and custom credenza. The wallcovering has a subtle linen texture. The light powder blue color is so soft and contrasts beautifully with the silver rivets, especially with the white wainscoting paneling below. We also loved creating the credenza that holds their printer and other office must-haves. The works of art are by some of my favorite artists, including Yvette Lenzi.

For more information about the work of Scott and her team, visit  escottdesigngroup.com.

Main staircase

ROOM WITH A VIEW

THE SKY’S THE LIMIT

Skyline window coverings has you covered.

WORDS BY ROCHELLE RUBINOFF / PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF CULTIVATE BRANDS AND RYAN MCDONALD

Whether you’re working on one room or an entire house, Chrissy Roellchen and her team at Skyline Window Coverings have got you beautifully covered. With decades of experience, they offer a seamless process for selecting the perfect window treatments. “Functionality is what comes first and foremost,” Roellchen explains. “However, the style and transformative power of gorgeous window treatments are not far behind.”

After receiving a degree in design, Roellchen worked for more than ten years for a Kansas City boutique design store that specialized in window treatments.

When she relocated to Chicago, she decided it was time to set up her own shop. “Because I knew industry leader Hunter Douglas so well and had sold their product for a really long time, I decided our shop would work with one brand,” she explains.

“Hunter Douglas has the best quality products and the best warranties. Its window treatments are handcrafted in North America and are well-known and loved for their consistent quality and impeccable style. The company stands behind its product, which makes it really easy for us to stand behind the product as well,” Roellchen says.

Choosing a window treatment is often a room’s finishing touch and is usually one of the last steps in the design process. When working with a new client, a Skyline designer will visit the client’s home to see the room, windows, and all existing elements that should be taken into consideration. Clients receive the expertise of a large design firm delivered with the customer service experience of a boutique. “We have experienced, in-home consultants. Many clients appreciate seeing the fabric in the room where it will be located, under the room’s lighting, and amongst the existing furniture,” notes Roellchen.

Skyline’s commitment to a streamlined purchasing process sets it apart from the competition. “We try to do everything in one appointment. During a site visit, we’ll measure, make recommendations about the products that might work best, and review the budget,” Roellchen explains.

Skyline has state-of-the-art showrooms in the city as well as Winnetka. These showrooms offer clients excellent insight into the current design trends. Roellchen observes that “soft shades” are especially popular now because they bring an understated elegance to the room while gently diffusing light. “Some clients prefer to come into the showroom. For clients who want to browse, we recommend a showroom visit first and then if they’d like us to visit the site, we schedule an appointment,” Roellchen notes.

And while the Midwest is their hub, they also have stores in Portland and just outside of Sacramento and Los Angeles.

Skyline intentionally avoids describing themselves as being the “biggest in Chicago” or “Chicago’s Number 1 Hunter Douglas Retailer.” “We make no such claim,” says Roellchen. “We make an everyday promise to our clients to be in vigorous pursuit of the best. Our logo isn’t finished because we always believe we can be better. More improved. Always rising.”

To find out more information or schedule an appointment, visit skylinewindowcoverings.com.

Chrissy Roellchen & Tracy Dyer in the Chicago showroom

Skyline shades in Art of Living Showhome

When your path

Gown & Garden

For Sheridan Road’s signature fall fashion shoot, we transformed the hedgefilled gardens of Craig Bergmann and Paul Klug’s David Adler-designed estate into autumn’s atelier. For more than three decades, Craig Bergmann Landscape Design has won critical acclaim for intertwining design, horticulture, and architecture in a way that is unique to the North Shore. Enjoy the fashionable frolic through their fairytale gardens.

WORDS/PRODUCTION BY DUSTIN O’REGAN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RUNVIJAY PAUL

STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA HAIR & MAKEUP BY KAYLA JARZAB

Purple ALAÏA knit set, Neiman Marcus. Fope necklace, Roberto Coin necklaces, CD Peacock. Vintage earrings, stylist owned.

MODELING BY BRIA CONDON AND CALLIE JOHNSON, SELECT MODEL MANAGEMENT STYLE ASSISTANTS NELLIE HASLEY, LOUISE BRICKMAN, JULIA PAULMAN, SOPHIE DOUCETTE LOCATION: THE GARDENS AT 900, LAKE FOREST

Bria wearing Oscar de la Renta blouse, Neiman Marcus. Valentino embroidered jacket and pants, ikram.

“This garden does not whet your appetite, but quenches it.”

- EPICURUS

Bria wearing evergreen Balenciaga dress, ikram. Bottega Veneta shoes, Neiman Marcus.

“No form of nature is inferior to art; for the arts merely imitate natural forms.”

– MARCUS AURELIUS

Callie wearing ERDEM, ikram. Zara shoes. Cult Gaia earrings, stylist owned. Bria wearing ERDEM dress, ikram.

Callie wearing Gucci top and pleated skirt, ikram. Gucci shoes, stylist owned. John Hardy necklace, John Hardy bracelet, CD Peacock. Vintage earrings, stylist owned. Bria wearing Gucci dress, jacket and silk bow, ikram. Christian Louboutin shoes, ikram. Spark ring, CD Peacock.

Bria wearing Alexander McQueen peplum jacket, pants, and leather belt, Carolina Herrera blouse, Neiman Marcus. Christian Dior shoes, stylist owned.

“Elegance is good taste, plus a dash of daring.”

– CARMEL SNOW

- EPICTETUS

Bria wearing green Alexander McQueen dress, Neiman Marcus. Valentino shoes, Neiman Marcus. Roberto Coin bracelets, vintage earrings, CD Peacock.

“Know, first, who you are, and then adorn yourself accordingly.”

Callie wearing Zimmermann dress and long sleeve turtleneck, Neiman Marcus.

Callie wearing Alexander McQueen dress, Neiman Marcus. Valentino shoes, Neiman Marcus.

“Nature always wears the colors of the spirit”

- RALPH WALDO EMERSON

Callie wearing Carolina Herrera dress, Zimmermann blouse, Neiman Marcus. Roberto Coin bracelets, CD Peacock. Purse, stylist owned.

Zac Posen tulle dress, Neiman Marcus. ERDEM gold silk bow belt, ikram. Diamond sunburst pendant, CD Peacock. Gucci shoes, stylist owned.

“Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons.”

- JIM BISHOP

SHOP GIRLS

The Lake Forest Shop’s new owners embrace the iconic fashion retailer’s century-long legacy while infusing it with modern sensibilities.

WORDS BY ANN MARIE SCHEIDLER / PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARIA PONCE STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA/ HAIR & MAKEUP BY CATHLEEN HEALY

Lauren Peters wearing SPRWMN leather pant and SABLYN sweater and Nicole Carrabine wearing SIMKHAI pant and SABLYN cashmere sweater, The Lake Forest Shop

The front door of The Lake Forest Shop is propped open. Its new owners—Lake Forest’s Nicole Carrabine and Lauren Peters— would love for you to drop in and see what they’ve been up to.

Last spring, Carrabine and Peters purchased The Lake Forest Shop from the Stirling family. Ellen Stirling shepherded the fashion retailer, founded by her grandmother, to its 100th anniversary in September 2022. Just a few months after the shop’s anniversary celebration, Stirling lost her battle with a long-term illness.

“Buying The Lake Forest Shop isn’t something we entered into lightly,” Peters says. “Truthfully, it was intimidating not to be a family member and think we could take over a brand that was so closely tied to Ellen. She was so loved by her customers who were incredibly loyal to her. It was hard to imagine The Lake Forest Shop without her.”

But neither Carrabine nor Peters could imagine Lake Forest without The Lake Forest Shop.

“Lauren and I both have such strong connections to this community,” Carrabine says. “The idea of continuing something that has been such a big part of our town felt really good.”

It was part serendipity and part perfect storm that Carrabine and Peters came together on this endeavor. While both had a deep love of fashion, neither one knew the other might be interested in opening a store.

“Having my own store is all I have ever wanted to do professionally,” says Peters. “I was finally at a time in my life where my

children were old enough for me to consider taking on something so big.”

“One day,” Carrabine continues, “Lauren came to me and asked if I’d like to open a store with her. Like Lauren, the timing was perfect for me, too. The idea of opening a store on my own was pretty scary, but with Lauren, I knew there were real possibilities.”

The universe may have been hard at work, already bringing Carrabine and Peters together around the idea of opening a clothing store in Market Square, when the opportunity to buy The Lake Forest Shop was presented.

“Honestly, we weren’t sure it would work, but something kept telling us that we should do it,” Peters says. “And we are so glad that we did.”

The duo got right to work. While The Lake Forest Shop’s incredible team held down the fort (the familiar faces from Stirling’s team continue at the Shop), Carrabine and Peters went on their first buying trips. Their strategy: to build upon the shop’s existing special occasion business while incorporating their ideas for contemporary ready-to-wear.

“Under Ellen’s leadership, The Lake Forest Shop really became a destination for special occasion shopping,” Carrabine explains. “We have clients from all over the Midwest come for a one-of-akind dress that can be custom fit by our alterations staff. That’s an exciting part of the business that we plan to grow.”

While most buying for summer ready-to-wear had long finished by the time Carrabine and Peters took the reins, that didn’t stop them from looking for new lines they could introduce.

“Finding new brands that haven’t been available locally has been surprisingly satisfying,” Peters says. “It’s definitely been

The Lake Forest Shop

challenging. There has been a lot of knocking on doors and being persistent, but when we fall in love with a line that we’re unfamiliar with, it feels like more of a find. It makes it even more special.”

ANINE BING, Max Mara, Zimmermann, Lela Rose, Rosie Assoulin, and Silvia Tcherassi are a sampling of the new designers that will be sold at The Lake Forest Shop later this year. Additionally, shoes, belts, bags, beauty, apothecary, and fragrance will all be part of the shop’s new offerings. The Lake Forest Shop has also launched an e-commerce platform with digital styling tools for the customer who may not be local or simply wants the convenience of shopping online.

“The two of us truly love shopping,” Peters says. “There is something magical about a retailer who has a space that is beautiful, that smells good, that’s filled with pretty things. We love this when we shop and this is exactly the experience we want to create for our customers.”

While the vision Carrabine and Peters have for The Lake Forest Shop won’t come to fruition until later this fall, hints of their aesthetic are beginning to appear. The store has been freshly painted and a new coastal vibe has been introduced setting the stage for a beautifully curated boutique store for women, right in the heart of Lake Forest’s Market Square.

“I really believe that local retail is where people want to shop,” Peters says. “The more retail in our town, the better for all of us.”

For more information, visit thelakeforestshop.com. Follow along on Instagram and TikTok @thelakeforestshop. The Lake Forest Shop is located at 265 Market Square in Lake Forest.

Nicole Carrabine and Lauren Peters both wearing Lela Rose, The Lake Forest Shop

DANCE FOR THE COMMON GOOD

Ellie Forman on the joy of the Joffrey and her role as President of the Women’s Board.

Ellie Forman wearing

Lela Rose, Neiman Marcus Northbrook. Lyric Opera of Chicago.

WORDS BY LEA GUCCIONE / PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATRINA WITTKAMP

STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA / HAIR & MAKEUP BY CATHLEEN HEALY

The pattern of Ellie Forman’s career is deeply embedded in the fabric of Chicago’s arts and nonprofit communities. A natural connector, she has spent the bulk of her career bringing people together for the common good. This fall she renews that mission in her second term as President of The Women’s Board of Chicago’s iconic Joffrey Ballet.

“When I moved to Chicago in my 20s and was starting to engage with the city and find my way, I navigated toward the Joffrey,” she says. “I started attending performances, and once I was exposed to the Joffrey, I was hooked.”

“Aside from the stories the dancers are telling through their dramatic physicality and the sets and visuals onstage at the Lyric Opera House, an unexpected but important piece for me has become the meditative and mindful moments of the ballet-watching experience. No phones, no fidgeting, no multitasking. For a busy mom and professional, watching the dancers gives me much-needed Zen time,” Forman explains.

Seeking to give something back, she joined Joffrey’s Women’s Board in 2014, co-chairing the Women’s Board Luncheon fundraiser. The board, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2022, was created to increase support for The Joffrey Ballet and extend its impact as both a cultural and educational organization. The board’s all-female membership organizes vital fundraising efforts for the Joffrey.

Her affinity for the performing arts began as a child in St. Louis, where dance and musical theater were her hobbies and always a part of her zeitgeist. When she began her professional career in public affairs, Forman gravitated toward working with arts organizations, nonprofits, and universities.

“Eventually I came to realize that I was helping bring attention to partnerships that my nonprofit clients had with their corporate sponsors. And I thought to myself, ‘I could be the person at the table establishing these partnerships and leveraging corporate dollars to better our communities.’” This passion drew Forman to her current role as Senior Vice President of Corporate Responsibility at Mesirow, a highly philanthropic global financial services firm.

In Forman’s first three years co-chairing the Women’s Board Luncheon with Kathleen Sarpy and Jamie-Clare Flaherty, she helped welcome 625 attendees, raising more than $160,000—a vital success for the ballet. From there, she continued to take on new roles within the board: secretary; co-chair of the Women’s Night at the Joffrey; and co-chair of the membership committee. Like many arts organizations, the Joffrey was not immune to

Joffrey Ballet and Anna von Hausswolff. Midsummer Night’s Dream (April 25 - May 5, 2024).

Photography by Cheryl Mann

Wei Wang in Scarlett’s Frankenstein (October 12 - 22) © Erik Tomasson. Photography Courtesy of San Francisco Ballet

the impact of COVID pandemic-related closures. “With the loss of all ticket revenue, the Joffrey’s survival was dependent on philanthropic gifts from donors to ensure the long-term health of the ballet,” Forman says.

Facing this impasse head-on, Forman was tapped to co-chair the newly formed Crisis Stabilization Fund. “This was our project to help the Joffrey raise, in donations, the equivalent funding it would have raised through ticket sales, donations, and events.”

Alongside Jamie-Clare Flaherty and Farissa Knox, Forman helped organize strategic giving and virtual events. Ultimately, she helped raise $12 million for the Joffrey in philanthropic gifts over 18 months. Especially heartening for Forman was the 100 percent participation from all 148 of the Women’s Board’s members, raising more than $380,000 for the initiative.

Since then, the Joffrey has rebounded triumphantly. “We are seeing that seats are filled and people are coming back. The Joffrey is matching and enticing that interest level by bringing groundbreaking productions to audiences.”

In fact, the 2022–2023 season was one of its best. “Anna Karenina, which was the production in early spring, was the highest-grossing production other than The Nutcracker in Joffrey

history, followed by The Little Mermaid in April, which was the third-highest-grossing non-Nutcracker production.”

The upcoming 2023–2024 season features Frankenstein, the critically acclaimed adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic novel, opening October 12. October 26 is the annual Women’s Board Luncheon, chaired by Farissa Knox, Merritt DeWitt, and Cheryl Tama Oblander, with tickets, tables, and sponsorships available to all interested.

Forman considers the board’s increased and modernized participation a highlight of her role as President. “We’ve made a very cognizant and purposeful effort to stress the need for increased diversity on the board,” she says, “Our work in diversifying not only the Women’s Board but the Joffrey’s audiences will never be done; it’s an ongoing effort and commitment of the organization as a whole.”

When The Joffrey Ballet cemented its roots in Chicago in 1995, its ambition was to educate and inspire the community. Since then, the impact has flourished. Just one example is Joffrey Community Engagement, the leading dance education provider in the city of Chicago, with more than 93 programs in 26 schools throughout the Chicago Public School system.

“The goal is to bring in new audiences from all neighborhoods of Chicago to experience cutting-edge dance and art that is really pushing the envelope, which was always the vision of Robert Joffrey,” Forman says. “We want to continue to be there to drive that goal forward.”

For more information about the Women’s Board, visit joffrey.org/donate/membership/women-s-board/.

The Joffrey Ballet Midsummer Night’s Dream (April 25 - May 5, 2024).

Photography by Cheryl Mann

The Joffrey Ballet Midsummer Night’s Dream (April 25 - May 5, 2024).

Photography by Cheryl Mann

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

The Auxiliary of the Woman’s Board of RUSH University Medical Center serves up four aspirational homes in their signature Cooks’ Tour fundraiser on September 20.

WORDS BY ANN MARIE SCHEIDLER / PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATRINA WITTKAMP STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA / HAIR & MAKEUP BY LEANNA ERNEST

Tracey Lowry, Molly Foster, and Erica Chesney Co-Chairs of the Rush Auxiliary Board’s Cooks’ Tour

“It’s really amazing to think that this fundraiser started with a group of women inviting their friends to someone’s kitchen—to see how that family lived and raise money for their community’s hospital,” observes Erica Chesney, one of the three co-chairs for the 2023 Cooks’ Tour. “This is the 52nd year of this event and it’s incredible to think that at its core, this event hasn’t changed very much.”

North Shore Cooks’ Tour is a project of The Auxiliary of the Woman’s Board of RUSH University Medical Center. The Auxiliary and the Woman’s Board support the medical center’s outstanding patient care, research, and community outreach initiatives in the diverse communities that RUSH serves. In addition, they provide support and guidance to the Rush Junior Board, an active board of high school girls on Chicago’s North Shore. The Auxiliary also supports the Simpson Academy for Young Women’s mission to educate and empower young mothers to prepare them for success in college, career, and life.

“This year’s event has a little bit of a twist,” says co-chair Tracey Lowry, who joined the board a year ago at the urging of Chesney. “Coming out of COVID, we realized that families are living in

their homes differently than they were before. For this reason, we’re highlighting the homes of four very different—yet relatable—entrepreneurial women.”

Guests of the Cooks’ Tour will get a peek inside four impressive North Shore homes: a grand Georgian owned by the founder of a bespoke textile company; a 100-year-old home that has been lovingly restored by a recognized travel consultant; a celebrated interior designer’s reimagined 1960s colonial; and newly constructed modern farmhouse that was specifically designed for a woman who specializes in family therapy.

“It was so nice to work around this theme—to find these women entrepreneurs who were willing to open their homes for a good cause,” Lowry adds. “It is a big ask when we approach a homeowner to participate in Cooks’ Tour. It’s a vulnerable thing to have 700 people walk through a home that you have created for your family. But everyone has been so lovely and easy to work with.”

While each of these homes is vastly different from the others, there are some notable trends.

“You will see home offices, upstairs playrooms for the children, elaborate entertainment spaces in the basements for the adults, and pools,” adds co-chair Molly Foster, who served on the Junior Board for RUSH when she was in high school. “Everyone has a pool.”

A 100-year-old home lovingly restored by a recognized travel consultant. Photography is by Matt Driscoll

It takes a village to pull off an event like Cooks’ Tour, and the planning committee is filled with gratitude for the support it has received from the entire Auxiliary Board. The women of the Auxiliary Board continue a proud tradition of supporting the work of RUSH University Medical Center. RUSH is making concentrated investments in the areas most likely to improve the health of our region, including:

• Care and research in cancer, bone and joint, and the neurosciences;

• Education and career pathways to strengthen its healthcare workforce;

• Health equity initiatives to narrow Chicago’s life expectancy gap; and

• Medical innovation to transform access, outcomes, and patient experience.

“We’re thrilled to have Dr. Omar Lateef speak at our luncheon this year,” Foster says of RUSH’s new president and CEO who will speak at the Cooks’ Tour luncheon at Skokie Country Club. “He will share how the money we raise makes a difference across all of these pillars. Dr. Lateef is an engaging speaker and will share some inspiring stories of RUSH’s work in acute care.”

Chesney, Lowry, and Foster want guests to make the connection between the Cooks’ Tour and those it benefits. “We’re not just visiting pretty houses,” Chesney reflects. “We’re making a real impact on people’s lives. There is a reason this event is 52 years strong, it’s a special day raising money for a life-changing cause.”

For more information, visit nscookstour.org.

A grand home owned by the founder of a bespoke textile company. Photography by Aimée Mazzenga.

Interior of a celebrated designer’s reimagined 1960s colonial. Photography by Aimée Mazzenga.

JOHN D. NICHOLS JR.

Friends and associates remember John D. Nichols Jr. as one of Chicago’s brilliant businessmen and civic and philanthropic leaders.

WORDS BY THOMAS CONNORS

Abusinessman par excellence, committed philanthropist, and thoroughly engaged citizen, John D. Nichols Jr. was a man who not only embraced every opportunity but did his best to create opportunity for others. When he died on June 14 at age 92, Chicago lost an individual who was always there for his city. “For me, John was the exemplar of a business and civic leader,” shares Bobby Mehta, Former CEO and President of TransUnion. “He set the bar for many of us. He was also a compassionate individual who helped people advance in their careers and build a better life. I considered him a mentor and a friend. He will be sorely missed.”

The Art Institute of Chicago, WTTW, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Music Institute of Chicago, Lyric Opera, and the University of Chicago are just a few of the many cultural and civic institutions Nichols and his wife, Alexandra, generously supported. “John’s dedication to the Art Institute, as a trustee and board chair, was remarkable,” says the museum’s President and Eloise W. Martin Director, James Rondeau. “The Nichols Bridgeway linking the Art Institute with Millennium Park is a true manifestation of the connections he built across the city through his civic and business leadership.”

Although his name became synonymous with the best Chicago has to offer, Nichols began life far from the Windy City. He was

John and Alexandra Nichols of Winnetka

born in Shanghai, where his father was the Director of the International Red Cross for China, India, and Burma. Nichols grew up in New Jersey and Connecticut and attended Harvard, where he earned both his B.A. and MBA before serving as an officer in the U.S. Army Finance Corps from 1955 to 1958. He began his career as the Director of Financial Controls for International Telephone and Telegraph Corporation. He held several positions with Ford Motor Company, including Program Director for the construction and operation of NASA’s Manned Spacecraft Center in Houston, Texas, and in 1980 relocated to Chicago to serve first as Executive Vice President and then as President and CEO of Illinois Tool Works (ITW).

Nichols and Alexandra—whom he’d married in 1971—settled into a house in Winnetka, along with their two children. Already a highly-respected businessman, Nichols’s profile grew with invitations to join a number of corporate boards, including those of Hyatt Hotels, Philip Morris International, Rockwell International, Kraft Incorporated, and TransUnion. “John was a teacher to all who knew him,” says Thomas Pritzker, CEO of the Pritzker Organization and executive chairman of the Hyatt Hotels Corporation. “He taught by asking questions. He stood out as an intellect, a businessman, and a friend.”

Nichols, described in a Metals Service Center Institute article as “a modest man who prefers to let his actions do the talking,” led Illinois Tool Works (ITW) until 1996. “As a business leader, what was unique about John was his belief in keeping things simple and pushing decision-making as close to the customer as possible,” remarks Scott Santi, the company’s current Chairman and CEO. “Some 40 years later, simplicity and trust remain firmly embedded as defining elements of what ITW is as a company

and are key drivers of our ability to consistently deliver industry-leading performance.” Santi continues, “As civic leaders, John and Alexandra set an incredible example through their active and transformative involvement with so many vital organizations in Chicago. While they were incredibly generous financially, what has really made an impression on my wife, Nancy, and me and what we try to emulate as best we can is how deeply they engaged in terms of the amount of personal time and effort they devoted to helping the organizations they support.”

In 2002, Nichols became President and CEO of the Pritzker-owned Marmon Group, a globe-spanning entity comprised of hundreds of manufacturing and business services operations. But no matter what the demands of his work, Nichols was indefatigable in his philanthropic efforts. And it wasn’t just the city’s cultural crown jewels that enjoyed his support.

Thomas Vanden Berk, former leader of UCAN—an organization in North Lawndale supporting youth who have suffered trauma and enabling them to become our future leaders—met Nichols 15 years ago. At the time Nichols was president of Homan Square Foundation, which was responsible for nearly 350 affordable housing units in the city’s North Lawndale neighborhood, along with a charter school, Power House High, and the Nichols Tower, a hub of community empowerment situated in the old Sears headquarters. “What struck me about John was not just the millions of his own dollars spent on the project and the money he raised—over $40 million—but that he took the time to meet with families and troubled youth. John had an incredible ‘quiet compassion’ for the people of North Lawndale. He listened to them and addressed their needs. He played such a critical role in helping build that community, yet never sought recognition.”

For all his business savvy and charitable prowess, what many will remember of the man are the attributes that defined this husband, father, and friend. Fiercely intelligent with a sharp sense of humor, Nichols was a talented tennis player and a fine skier. An art lover, he was a passionate collector of Han Dynasty tomb figures, Modern and Impressionist art and sculpture, and the prints of Edgar Chahine, an Austrian-born artist of Armenian descent. Nichols was a Renaissance man in the deepest sense, who enhanced the lives of those fortunate enough to know him and whose philanthropic efforts will impact the generations to come.

Alexandra and John presenting at a Music Institute of Chicago gala

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ARTEDGE

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JEREMY LAWSON

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago hosted its tenth iteration of ArtEdge. Coinciding with the opening of Gary Simmons: Public Enemy, the evening started with a cocktail reception on the museum’s terrace. At the innovative standing dinner that followed, guests were invited to stop at various food stations representing Chicago’s diverse culinary scene. The celebratory evening closed with an eventful concert by the legendary Chaka Khan. HMR Designs and Frost Chicago transformed the museum into a vibrant, floral, summery venue. The museum welcomed more than 400 guests and raised $1.7 million. mcachicago.org

MCA Trustees Anne Kaplan, Sara Albrecht, Cari Sacks, Nathaniel Robinson

Brad Jarol, Rebekah Shalit, Julie and Guy Lakonishok

Eric Lefkofsky and MCA Trustee Liz Lefkofsky

MCA Manilow Senior Curator Jamillah James, Marilyn Fields

Low Down Brass Band performing

MCA Trustee Sara Albrecht, MCA Pritzker Director Madeleine Grynsztejn, MCA Trustees Cari Sacks, Nathaniel Robinson

MCA Trustee Jana Hees and Bernardo Hees

Bob Faust, MCA Trustee Sally Meyers Kovler, Nick Cave

MCA Trustee Ellen-Blair Chube, Larry Fitzgerald

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PRO AM & DINNER ON THE BLUFF

On Sunday, June 25 and Monday, June 26, the Founders’ Board of Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago hosted committed civic leaders, corporate sponsors, and generous golfers for the 63rd Pro Amateur Golf Championship & Dinner on the Bluff. The dinner, chaired by Annie Barlow and Alex Murphy, was held at Shoreacres in Lake Bluff and the golf event was held at Onwentsia Club in Lake Forest. Sophie Goodwillie and Maribeth McElveen co-chaired the overall event. Attendees raised more than $1.8 million in support of the Founders’ Board’s $5.5 million commitment to Lurie’s Children’s Hospital and the Patrick M. Magoon Institute for Healthy Communities. The funds raised align directly with the Magoon Institute’s highest priorities: helping children thrive in communities where they live, learn, and play. foundersboard.luriechildrens.org

Annie Barlow, Maureen Seaman, Alex Murphy

Cammy Hines, Jackie Magner

Charles and Maribeth McElveen

Dr. Parkhurst

Dan and JoAnn Murphy

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Sophie Goodwillie, Maribeth McElveen

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Taylor Lambertsen, Brendan White

Ed and Dorothy Wehmer

Maureen Seaman, Sophie Goodwillie, Will Bloom, Stu Lansing, Maribeth McElveen

Jen Felderman, Danielle Seth

Brette Bensinger, Jennifer Ballard Croft, Heidi Wagman

DENIM & DIAMONDS

PHOTOGRAPHY BY IAN MCLEOD

Adrian and Nancy Smith’s renowned Lake Forest estate came alive with revelers decked out in denim and diamonds celebrating Citadel Theatre’s annual summer gala. Following a delicious BBQ dinner, Nashville’s Tyson Hanes Band and latenight music courtesy of DJ Freddie Wack got the party moving on the dance floor and poolside. Funds raised will support the theatre’s professional main stage productions, youth education and performances, and the Citadel Cares organization, which provides enrichment and scholarship opportunities to underserved communities. Citadel Theatre is a nonprofit organization. citadeltheatre.org

Nancy and Adrian Smith

Dustin O’Regan, Sandra Casparriello, Francesca Connell

Jason and Edwina Smith

Loan and Dr. Norbert Riedel

Paula and Randy Tack

Stephen and Hayley Cropper

Nadine and Kirk Shepard

Rich Levin and Sally McDonald, Robin and John Norkus

Annie O’Connor, Ellen Phelps

Tim and Ann Finnegan

Get Your Own Slice Of Paradise!

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Embrace the beauty of nature as well as boundless recreational opportunities offered by Crivitz, known as the “Gateway to the North.” Dive into a world of boating, water skiing, tubing, fishing, swimming, and more! Discover adventure at every turn as you explore the wonders of this natural playground.

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SURREAL CELEBRATION

An unforgettable evening of iconic fashions, dazzling surprises, performances, and incredible dancing celebrated Greg Cameron’s 10th anniversary as President and CEO of The Joffrey Ballet. More than 800 guests unleashed their imagination, unlocked their subconscious, and joined in the celebration at the Joffrey’s fantastical bash at The Old Post Office in Chicago. joffrey.org

Fernando Duarte, Brendan Fernandes

Shelley MacArthur Farley, Sherry Lea Holson

Anne Kaplan with performer

Performer

Greg Cameron and Greg Thompson, Ashley Wheater

MJ Savard, Karen Schmid, masked guest, Lori Rozdolsky

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SEAN SU

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Performer

Party guests

Gloria Groom, Greg Cameron, Joe Berton

Brian Smith, Brandis Friedman, Rachelle Pierre-Lott

Jim Bakken and Anne Kaplan, Greg Cameron, Ashley Wheater

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RAVINIA GALA

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF RAVINIA FESTIVAL

Ravinia Festival held its annual fundraising gala hosted by the Ravinia Women’s Board and raised more than $800,000 for the festival’s REACH TEACH PLAY education programs. The programs serve more than 75,000 people each year, ensuring that many area schools and communities receive equitable access to music. The evening’s performance, led by Ravinia’s Chief Conductor Marin Alsop, featured Tony and Grammy Award-winning vocalist and actor Heather Headley as soloist—along with a surprise guest, tenor Roderick Dixon. The program was full of Headley’s favorite Broadway numbers and other hit songs by Elton John, Stephen Schwartz, Harold Arlen, Tim Minchin, and Kurt Weill. ravinia.org

Loren and Julia Stone

Gala Co-Chair Kelly Epstein, Ravinia Women’s Board Chairman Michele Ihlanfeldt, Ravinia Festival President and CEO Jeffrey Haydon, Gala Co-Chair Andrea Bechtel

Ken and Jodi Meister

Darrell and Nickol Hackett, Eboni Gates, Ron Mitchell

Dennis Frawley, Jeff Bunomo

Jordan Stein, Samantha Kane

Meredith Erickson, Audrey Weaver

Décor by Maison du Prince

Venita Fields, Lonnie Hampton, Megan Anderson

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JUF SPRING EVENT

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The annual JUF Women’s Philanthropy’s Spring Event was hosted at Ateres Ayala in Skokie. 630 women listened to a moderated conversation with actress, activist, and advocate Selma Blair. The event raised more than $430,000 to support JUF’s lifesaving services and life-enriching experiences. juf.org

Alana Fohrman, Paula Fohrman, Carrie Podolsky

Carolyn Rosenberg, Janna Berk, Leah Crowley, Susie Spier Chapman, Linda Hasse

Selma Blair, Emily Pevnick

Blair Shwachman Neuberg, Erica Hecktman, Kimberly Shwachman, Danielle Shwachman

Sami Scheck, Karen Kramer Scheck, Merle Kramer

Lindsay Goldman, Melissa Widen

Selma Blair

Elaine Teitelbaum, Jordyn Berger

Sharon Koltin, Selma Blair, Emily Pevnick

Risa Nasatir, Lynne Levey, Jodi Hinzmann

Alissa Simon, Amy Fox Fisher, Linda Schottenstein Fisher, Elyssa Fromm Fisher, Jennifer Dorfman

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WOMEN in the FOREFRONT LUNCHEON

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SUSAN RYAN KALINA

The Chicago Network, the city’s premier women’s leadership organization, hosted its 35th annual Women in the Forefront Luncheon at the Hilton Chicago. President and CEO Maria Doughty welcomed the Network’s largest group to date, more than 1,400 impactful leaders. Emcee Mary Kay Kleist, CBS2 meteorologist, shared her own story of success before handing the stage over to the inspiring discussion between moderator Jericka Duncan, CBS Weekend News anchor, and keynote speaker Ginni Rometty, author and former Chairman, President, and CEO of IBM. Captivating the audience, Rometty shared inspirational stories and her accomplishments in equity, diversity, and technology. thechicagonetwork.org

Ginni Rometty’s book Good Power: Leading Positive Change in Our Lives, Work, and World

Katie Rooney, Barbra Bukovac, Cary Grace

Maria Doughty, president and CEO of The Chicago Network

Event emcee Mary Kay Kleist, CBS2 meteorologist

Carina Markel, Barbra Bukovac, Natasha Granholm

Barbra Bukovac, Joyce St. Claire, Beth Kirk Malecki

Jericka Duncan introducing Ginni Rometty

LIVING & GIVING

FURNITURE FÊTE

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More than 70 guests gathered at Laura White’s Winnetka home store ARCH to celebrate the launch of Natalie Konstant x ARCH furniture collection. The party felt like a chic French market featuring dramatic florals by Nancy Chase, petite bites from Towne & Oak, and bubbles by Moët & Chandon. The collection brings new life to works by some of the most influential French designers of the 20th century. The pieces include the Settee Nouvelle—a sleek mohair and wood bench inspired by Jean Prouvé’s Banc Marcoule; the Beau Bench—a new take on Jean Royère’s X Bench; and the Le Lin Trunk—a stylish interpretation of Pierre Jeanneret’s Linen Basket. konstanthome.com, archglow.com

Natalie Konstant

Collette May, Jacqueline Henderson, Laura White, Maggie Meiners

Steve and Nancy Crown

Caroline Killam, Madeline Smith, Natalie Konstant, Meg Smith, Charlotte Smith

Luke Johnson and Natalie Konstant

Cali Zaf, Abby Murphy

Abby Murphy, Laura Trani, Julie McCauley Mindy Diaz, Cali Zaf, Faith Atkins

Rachel Allport, Karen Hojnacki, Liz Kubiak, Meaghan Weed, Mindy Diaz

Laura White

Britt Callahan, Natalie Konstant

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STEPPENWOLF GALA

Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s world-renowned ensemble was joined by nearly 500 civic, cultural, and business leaders for Steppenwolf’s 2023 Gala, raising more than $1.7 million for Steppenwolf’s educational and artistic programming. The event, celebrating Steppenwolf’s 47th season, was held at The Old Post Office and kicked off with a cocktail reception and toast with Steppenwolf’s ensemble, followed by a seated three-course gourmet dinner catered by Paramount Events. The evening’s wine, beer, and spirits were provided by Bumbu, The Deacon, Dovetail, Heaven’s Door, Right Bee Cider, and Vamonos Riendo. steppenwolf.org

Kim Keywell and Larry Portman

Anne Kaplan and Jim Bakken, Dia Weil

Keating and Caroline Crown, Audrey Francis, Brooke Flanagan, Glenn Davis

Eric and Liz Lefkofsky

Terry Kinney, Kate Arrington, Dean Johnsen, Judy Greer

Lafayette Kyle Ford, Alana Arenas, Chanel Coney, Adrianna Carrasco, Audrey Francis

Elysa Chew, Aimee Graham, Marilyn Rosen, Vanessa Passini, Nigel Caine

PHOTOGRAPHY BY KYLE FLUBACKER

SPIRIT OF DESIGN

Designs for Dignity hosted the 23rd Spirit of Design—the nonprofit organization’s annual fundraiser that aims to empower lives through design. More than 425 event attendees gathered at Theater on the Lake for a fun-filled evening featuring delicious fare, craft cocktails, live auction, raffle prizes, lively entertainment, and more. The event, which was co-chaired by Michael Abrams of Michael Abrams Interiors and Nicholas Moriarty of Nicholas Moriarty Interiors, raised more than $205,000. Proceeds from the evening directly benefit Chicagoland nonprofit organizations through the remodeling and revitalization of their spaces. 2023 D4D grantees include: CASA Lake County, Chicago Lighthouse, DuPage PADS, Impact Behavioral Health Partners, and Chicago Jesuit Academy. designs4dignity.org

James Dolenc, Michael Abrams

Jennifer Sobecki, April Redzic, Ed Hanlon

Live Appeal by Phil Kaplan

PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRANCIS SON

Jordan Schmieding, Sevak Alaverdyan, Emily VanTassel, Kamila Pasko

Janeallison Ng, Gail Wozniak, Jennifer Sobecki

Nicholas Moriarty, Claire Tulloch, Josh Grabowski, Beth Debonis

Jackie Slaats, Mary Pat Wallace, Mary Jo Fasan

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KERFUFFLE!

PHOTOGRAPHY BY STARBELLY STUDIOS

The ChiArts Foundation hosted its annual spring benefit to support the Music, Theatre, Dance, Creative Writing, and Visual Arts conservatories at The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts). ChiArts’ five arts conservatories are 100 percent donor-funded through the Foundation, which raises more than $3 million annually to sustain a tuition-free public arts high school for Chicago’s youth. The event was cochaired by Arnett Faulker and Amisha Rigia and raised more than $450,000 to support accessible arts education. chiartsfoundation.org

Jamilah Dorsey, Arnett Faulkner, Sonia Evans-Smith

J.R. Berger, Steve Collens, Adam Caplan

ChiArts Dance Conservatory performs at Kerfuffle! 2023

José Ochoa, Mirja Spooner Haffner

Neha Shah, Swati Patel, Mahesha Darji

Amisha Rigia, José Ochoa, Arnett Faulker

Scott Johnson, Gary Metzner

Lauren Southward, Elissa Hamid Efroymson

ChiArts Theatre performs at Kerfuffle! 2023

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY MONICA KASS ROGERS

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FROM SOCIALITE TO SAVIOR

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Before the United States officially entered World War II, there were Americans who were already fighting against Nazi aggression. These heroic efforts took place not on the frontlines, but in back rooms during hushed conversations. Evanston native Mary Jayne Gold (1909-1997) was one such American. The recent Netflix series Transatlantic brings renewed attention to her efforts, inspired by as her great-nephew, Thor Gold, says, “the proudest thing she ever did in her life.”

For the short time they lived in Evanston, the Golds were among the area’s wealthiest families, members of Exmoor Country Club and Evanston Country Club, hobnobbing with movers and shakers, and frequently mentioned in the local society pages.

Gold attended finishing school in Verona. In 1928, she earned her own pilot’s license and purchased her own airplane. In 1937, she participated in an international flying race. Three years later, she donated her plane to the French government’s war efforts.

What had started as a carefree, jet-setting life, socializing her way through Europe with her privileged friends and her French poodle, Dagobert, ended in Marseilles when Germany invaded France. Anti-Nazi activists, artists, and free-thinkers who had fled to France for safety were suddenly at risk of deportation.

Instead of returning to her sheltered life back in the States, Gold stayed in Marseilles and joined the Emergency Rescue Committee (ERC). As Gold recalled in her memoir, Crossroads Marseilles 1940, “1940-41 proved to be quite a year for a nice girl from Evanston, Illinois.”

From August 1940 until politics and war forced them out, the small, but mighty ERC helped some 2,000 European Jews and intellectuals escape Nazi-occupied France. Led by American journalist Varian Fry, the group also enlisted help from U.S. diplomat

Hiram Bingham, support from Eleanor Roosevelt, and seed funds from Peggy Guggenheim. Gold kept the ERC afloat with her own money, often securing black market visas and passports.

Although the ERC launched with a list of 200 well-known Nazi targets the likes of artist Marc Chagall, writer Hannah Arendt, and sculptor Jacques Lipchitz, it soon became clear that there were many more people who needed their help. Gold’s friend and fellow ERC member Miriam Davenport suggested Gold subsidize an expansion of the relief and rescue efforts. This became known as “the Gold list.” As Gold described during a 1993 interview, it was comprised of “people who might be considered in danger, but not on anyone’s list.”

The members of the ERC were also in danger, and Gold learned how to spot if she were being trailed, how to quickly jump on and off streetcars, and how to use her female charms to help the cause.

In one incident, Fry sent Gold to persuade a French commandant at a concentration camp in the Pyrenees to release four political prisoners. “I wasn’t an expert in the art of love, but four men’s lives were at stake,” Gold recalled during the 1993 interview. She sweet-talked her way into the commandant’s office, and within days, the men were freed.

Gold never married and, after returning to America, she split her time between a Manhattan penthouse and a villa in the south of France, “except in election years,” says her niece, Alison Leslie Gold, author of Anne Frank Remembered. She describes her aunt as “a real bon vivant who had a million boyfriends and a million decorators, but she was never flamboyant.”

One thing Thor Gold says most people don’t know about his great aunt is, “Mary Jayne was deeply caring, not just during extraordinary times, but during everyday life.” A group of historians is currently advocating for Gold and other members of the ERC to receive a Congressional Medal of Honor.

While her well-to-do Evanston peers were marrying and settling down, wealthy young Mary Jayne Gold was in Marseilles saving thousands of people from the Nazis.