David Syrek

7 ways to take on a Chicago winter: From a wearable sleeping bag to shearling seat warmers

February 19, 2021 at 3:51 p.m.

Since the pandemic has been keeping us cooped up at home, chances are you have been eating more, exercising less and spending far too much time with your nearest and...

When it comes to giving your face a little TLC, Wilder said that the right skincare routine can easily help your skin to bounce back from winter's harsh conditions.

Pro tips for keeping a guy’s skin looking great — even in a Chicago winter

February 19, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.

Harsh winds and cold temps mixed with dry, indoor heat can wreak havoc on your skin, so to get your flaky, blotchy face back in tip-top shape, we turned to...

A burning leaf that makes your house smell great. OMG, did you see this?

February 19, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.

Scents have the ability to evoke memories, from summer's freshly mowed grass to a crackling, winter fire. And the right scent can not only make your home smell great but...

A laptop stand: Can it be sexy? In a word, yes. OMG, did you see this?

February 16, 2021 at 12:27 a.m.

If you never thought that a laptop stand could be anything more than, well, a laptop stand, think again. Swiss design firm Sillber has reimagined the clunky, utilitarian lift into...

The Goods: The small things get an upgrade to make the everyday exceptional

February 12, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.

Design matters when it comes to the big stuff like a house, a car, or even a pair of eyeglasses, but when that same attention to detail is placed on...

Chicago Cubs celebrate Black History Month with a limited-edition collection of shirts and hoodies honoring Ernie Banks, Buck O’Neil

February 10, 2021 at 2:14 p.m.

In celebration of Black History Month, the Chicago Cubs have teamed up with Chicago artist Nikko Washington to launch a limited-edition collection of hoodies and T-shirts honoring the accomplishments of...

A sweater to warm your chair during Chicago winters in this week’s. ‘OMG, did you see this?’

February 10, 2021 at 3:40 p.m.

Much of the nation is still shoveling out from the blustery snowstorm that hit last week, and we are all looking for ways to stay warm and cozy. Ikea has...

Chicago’s West Town Bakery is spreading Valentine’s Day cheer with “Love”, “Lust” and “Infatuation” Cakeballs. Plus 14 other great Valentine’s Day gifts.

February 22, 2021 at 5:17 p.m.

When it comes to gifting on Valentine's Day, even the smallest gesture can make a big impact. That said, it's been a rough year for everyone, and we are still...

A fashion icon in the making: Bernie Sanders at the January 20 inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

How to get Bernie Sanders inauguration day ‘grumpy chic’ look

January 31, 2021 at 1:11 p.m.

There were plenty of bold fashion statements at the inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris, from Lady Gaga's couture gown and massive brooch to the optimistic color of...

Chicago’s iconic buildings are brought to life with Louis Vuitton’s new puffer jacket. OMG, did you see this?

February 10, 2021 at 3:55 p.m.

"What do you want to be when you grow up?" asks the fashion designer Virgil Abloh in the show notes for his sixth and strongest menswear collection for Louis Vuitton....

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