In a world of ever-changing fashions, it’s comforting to know that some things never go out of style. Stripes and polka dots remain fun, flirty and flattering. Try them in your wardrobe, or incorporate their carefree look into your home decor.
Kate’s great
Kate Spade’s polka-dot coasters are perfect for your next cocktail party; $20 at crane.com.
Shine on
A striped lamp from Ikea will liven up your desk — and the price isn’t bad, either; $29.99 at Ikea and ikea.com.
Party shoes
Polka-dotted stilettos, like these from Betsey Johnson, are the perfect combination of naughty and nice; $180 at Betsey Johnson and betseyjohnson.com.
Neck candy
J Crew’s striped scarf is light enough for summer and has a hipster feel; $29.50 at J Crew and jcrew.com.
Miss Missoni
Missoni is famous for its stripes. These sunglasses will let you in on the look; $200 at Neiman Marcus and neimanmarcus.com.
No bull
These French Bull by Jackie Shapiro containers are the most fashionable way to tote your lunch to work. Container set, $26 at loftparty.com.
Big bangle
A bangle in Coach’s classic stripe pattern will make your outfit; $78 at Coach and coach.com.
That’s juicy
Get your man in on the action with this Juicy Couture hoodie in a more subtle stripe; $128 at juicycouture.com.
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WHAT’S IN STORE
Frankie’s on the Park, 2322 N. Clark St.; 773-248-0400
Teen spirit
Never underestimate the spending power of the Millennials. New Lincoln Park teen and tween store Frankie’s on the Park runs the gamut from casual wear and denim to special occasion dresses and suits for boys and girls ages 8 to 18. There’s also a 30-foot-long graffiti bar, where shoppers can customize tees, hoodies, shorts, sweats and hats with more than 300 original and vintage transfers.
CHECK OUT
This weekend’s best bargains
Beta Boutique
2016 W. Concord Pl.;773-276-0905
The Semi-Annual Stacked Rack sale will take place off-site, at 1552 N. Milwaukee Ave. (on the second floor, above Levi’s) Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. (with new markdowns on Sunday).
Phaiz
673 N. Milwaukee Ave.; 312-226-9070
Contemporary artist Jersey Joe gives his take on Mickey Mouse in an exhibit that runs through Sept. 14.
Shopping spree
The Southport merchants team up for the Southport Spree Card Promo. From Saturday through Aug. 23, purchase a spree card for $50 (tax-deductible) to receive 20 percent off participating stores on regular-priced merchandise. Proceeds support Project Imagine. Go to onsouthport.com for more information.
The Golden Triangle
330 N. Clark St.; 312-755-1266
Deep discounts are rare at The Golden Triangle, but a sale through Aug. 30 features items marked down up to 75 percent off.
Elements
741 N. Wells St.; 312-642-6574
While supplies last, the store holds an end-of-season sale on women’s accessories, jewelry, home accents and tabletops with discounts from 30 to 60 percent off.
Amazing Space
1105 Chicago Ave., Oak Park; 708-383-3333
A sale offers 20 to 50 percent off all garden and outdoor accessories throughout August.
— For more weekend events, go to chicagomag.com.
