Bess & Loie
1015 W. LAKE ST.; 312-226-2247
Get closer to dressing like those Sex and the City ladies at Bess & Loie’s Dognin Paris trunk show. The company behind the leather purses seen on the arms of Carrie Bradshaw and Co. has partnered exclusively with the boutiqueto launch a custom design service. Stop by Friday or Saturday to choose a design, leather, fabric and patterned lining, and a one-of-a-kind bag will be ready by the fall.
Noteworthy Notes and Gifts
1440 N. KINGSBURY ST.; 866-36-NOTES
Spend $25 to get $10 off; $50 to get $12.50 off; and $100 to get $30 off Thursday.
SHE
1024 W. ARMITAGE AVE.; 773-880-8061
Hobnob with celebrity photographer Marc Baptiste, whose work has appeared in Vanity Fair, Esquire and Rolling Stone, at 7 p.m. Thursday.
Moe’s Cantina
3518 N. CLARK ST.; 773-248-0002
Get a sneak peek at fall fashion at Akira’s Precious Metal Runway Event. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. Thursday. RSVP to maggie@akirachicago.com.
The Underground
56 W. ILLINOIS ST.; 312-644-7600
Raise money for underprivileged youth and get a peek at the spring 2008 collection of Chicago designers AGGA B., Lara Miller and Shibuy Hada at a fashion show at 10 p.m. Thursday. Admission is $20. RSVP to events@theundergroundchicago.com.
Continuum Studio
5671 N. CLARK ST.; 773-728-7883
On weekdays during August, the studio will throw in a complimentary 30-minute treatment (up to $55) for clients who book a 60- or 90-minute service.
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Get your ‘freakum’ on
In the song “Freakum Dress,” Beyonce celebrates a certain dress that makes her feel fabulous and sexy. What exactly is a “freakum” dress? Tell us about the dress you wear out to dinner, clubs or on dates. Be sure to include your full name, contact information and a photo. We may call you for an upcoming story. E-mail ritaredeye@tribune.com.
