Chris Smith

Christopher Smith is a freelance writer and high-end fashion stylist from the south side of Chicago, IL. After attending the University of Iowa, he returned to his hometown of Chicago to start his writing career where he covers fashion, hospitality, restaurants and all things haute.

Posts by Chris Smith

The Peninsula Debuts Chicago’s Only Hotel Skating Rink

There’s no shortage of amenities at Chicago’s five star hotels, they make sure you have everything you could possibly want during your stay. The Peninsula has decided to up the ante and give their guests one more reason to stay there. This past Friday, The Peninsula Chicago announced the debut of their inaugural skating rink. […]

Four Seasons Host Sweet Home Chicago Brunch

Since it is the holidays, there is nothing better to see than events centered on the spirit of the season. The Four Seasons Chicago (120 E. Delaware) recently hosted the ninth annual Sweet Home Chicago Holiday Brunch. With nearly half of the almost 500 guests under the age of 10 it was a family filled […]

Replica of Scottish Manor For Sale

The Chicagoland area has so much amazing real estate that it’s never a shortage of nice homes for sale. About 25 minutes (with no traffic) away from downtown Chicago lays Wheaton and it has something special for anyone looking for a home. It’s a spectacular home that’s actually a replica of a famous Scottish stone-walled […]

The Ritz Carlton’s deca restaurant + bar

The Ritz Carlton Chicago (160 East Pearson) is one of the most premier hotels in not only Chicago, but the entire world. It has all the luxury and elegance that you envision from a five star hotel. But the hotel has a secret weapon for those who may not be too familiar with the hotels […]

Jimmy Smits To Star In Steppenwolf Production

After months of talking about it, it’s almost here; Jimmy Smits comes to a Chicago stage for the first time. Smits is starring in Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s The Motherf***** with the Hat. He will be starring alongside Sandra Delgado, Sandra Marquez, Gary Perez, and John Ortiz. The production, directed by Anna D. Shapiro, is a […]

NBA Legend Scottie Pippen Appears in ‘A Christmas Carol’

Talk about “tall tales,” last week ex-Chicago Bull superstar Scottie Pippen made a surprise guest appearance in a Goodman Theatre production of “A Christmas Carol.” It was all for a good cause as he appeared courtesy of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The NBA and local Chicago legend was helping the organization grant the wish of a […]

Sita Ram Dazzles on Opening Night

This past weekend Chicago was abuzz about the latest musical sensation to come out of the city, “Sita Ram.” More than 1,400 guests were on hand for the red carpet opening night of “Sita Ram,” on December 14th. Held at the Harris Theater in Millennium Park, “Sita Ram” is an incredible musical that was made […]

Haute Nightlife: Cuvee

For those interested in a late night place to get drinks in pure luxury, Cuvee is the place for you. Developed by Downtown Entertainment, Cuvee (308 West Erie) is an upscale late night lounge that caters to a high-end clientele with lots and lots of bottles of champagne. Everything about this nightclub is dripping with […]

Top 5 Chicago Museums

Chicago is a very culturally diverse city. You can travel the world without leaving the city, metaphorically of course. Chicago’s museums are extremely rich in tradition; they are among the best in the world. Below are five amazing museums in Chicago that are consistently the most visited. My biggest piece of advice; avoid free days.

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