We know. Even though spring officially began this week, it still doesn’t feel like it in Chicago. Perk up with a few of these warm-weather- and Easter-inspired picks, featuring flowers, eggs and pretty pastels.
HOT STUFF
Charmed, I’m sure
Are they eggs? Flowers? Either way, this Lenora Dame pearl bracelet looks great dangling from your wrist. $75. intermixonline.com
Sooo pretty
Give your face a radiant springtime glow with this limited edition Dior palette — if you can bring yourself to use the lovely package. $55. sephora.com
Step to it
These happy Coach flats will put some spring in your step. $168. coach.com
Ka-bloom!
Toss this blooming belt on over a dress or use it to cinch a cute cardigan. $68. jcrew.com
Egg-cellent
Pick your plant (basil, chrysanthemum, mint or petunia), crack open your egg, plant your seeds, add water, and voila! — instant springtime. Eggling Plants, $10. urbanoutfitters.com
Frock ‘n’ roll
Who says little girls should be the only ones to have a charming Easter dress? $128. ardenb.com
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CHECK OUT
THIS WEEKEND’S BEST BARGAINS AND EVENTS
Beta Boutique
2016 W. Concord Pl.;
773-276-0905
The permanent sample sale outpost celebrates its third anniversary with champagne, cupcakes, and an additional 30 percent off purchases of three items from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.
Lissa on Maxwell
729 W. Maxwell St.;
312-563-9470
The boutique holds its final fall/winter clearance sale with up to 70 percent off items.
City Soles/Niche
2001 W. North Ave.,
773-489-2001;
3432 N. Southport Ave.,
773-665-4233
Check out NeuAura, a line of eco- and animal-friendly kicks with patent and cloth textures and cork, sold exclusively at these stores in Chicago.
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WHAT’S IN STORE
SEEMORE SHOPPING CHICAGO BOUTIQUE
175 W. Jackson Blvd.; 312-360-1344
See more, spend more?
SeeMore Shopping Chicago Boutique — the event organizer, shopping tour operator, and shopping site dedicated to promoting Chicago shopping — has opened a “pop-up” boutique exclusively featuring Chicago-based designers in the atrium lobby of the office building. The mix ranges from clothes and jewelry to specialty food items, with prices ranging from $7 to $550. Find items from designer Cyndi Chan, whose clothing line Ori’en was featured in the Macy’s Fashion show in October; beautiful silver pieces from Juliet Jewelry ($42 to $210 for necklaces); handknit scarves from Elyse C. Bec; and T-shirts and hoodies from Evil Kitty. The temporary store will be open through April. Its hours 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For a full list of designers, visit seemoreshopping.com/jackson store.
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