Chicago

Dreaming of the perfect pair of vintage Louboutins? Chicagoans, get ready for luxury for less as the event that reinvigorated Chicago’s fashion scene in October 2010, is back: the second annual decadestwo.1 Windy City Pop-up, which will be held within space519, a concept store located at 900 North Michigan Shops. decadestwo.1 is the Hollywood based luxury retailer that consigns 21st century designer clothing and accessories from the closets of celebrities, stylists and fashion icons and sells the goods at up to 80% off retail. Last year, the boutique expanded nationally, with pop-up events held in cities around the country, and internationally with the launch of their new e-commerce site. As an added feature to this year’s event schedule, co-owner Christos Garkinos has brought on partner and fellow fashion darling, Cameron Silver, on board to showcase his incredible selection of 20th century gowns, handbags, shoes and more from vintage treasure boutique, Decades, as well as his just-launched contemporary line, decadesdenim.

Wow say that title 10 times fast. Fulton’s on the River has always been a swanky after-work hangout between the breeze of the boats on the Chicago River and the glow of the bankers in their shiny suits. But don’t worry, they’re stepping it up a notch. Opening Monday is Bridge Bar, the new top floor bar of your favorite sea level hangout.

On March 16, the 2011 Great Chefs Tasting Party® Gala benefitting the UCP of Greater Chicago cooked up a crowd with a terrific space, tremendous leadership and a lineup of top-tier chefs in the wings. Renowned chef Stephanie Izard headlined the event as more than 40 Chicago culinary all-stars served up their signature dishes hosted by Honorary Chair, ABC7 food reporter Steve Dolinsky and Chair, Mike Ditka’s Restaurant Executive Chef Tom Kenny. VIP tickets included an exclusive cocktail reception and cooking demonstration featuring Girl & the Goat’s Stephanie Izard (Bravo’s Top Chef 2008) and Sprout’s Dale Levitski (Bravo Top Chef competitor 2007 and 2010), private open bar and live auction. Founded in 1951, United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Chicago first opened its doors to address the needs of children and adults with cerebral palsy. They help a child with cerebral palsy use technology that lets her speak for the first time and a man unable to use his hands or arms learn to do his own laundry and prepare his own meals. They help a woman in a wheelchair roll down her new ramp and back into the community to mobilize and inspire.

On Thursday, April 7, the Signature Room at the John Hancock Building will be buzzing with goodwill! The Ovarian Cancer Symptom Awareness (OSCA) group will host its very first gala. As every luxe event in Chicago, there will be fancy hors d'oeuvres and plenty of beverages, like the signature cocktail, Goose Island Beer and wine. There will also be upbeat entertainment and a live auction for guests to enjoy and participate in.

It was almost a year ago that Haute Living got an exclusive preview of the hautest gadget that would soon hit the market–the Ulysse Nardin Chairman, the world’s first and finest luxury hybrid smart phone.

Cochon 555 is a one-of-a-kind traveling culinary competition and tasting event that includes five chefs, five pigs and five wine makers to promote sustainable farming of heritage breed pigs. Each stop along the ten-city tour offers hard-working local farmers the opportunity to connect with like-minded agriculturalists, renowned chefs and the pork-loving public. Now in it’s third domestic tour, Brady Lowe, Founder and President & Creative Director of Taste Network, is passionate about increasing awareness of the sources that support a more natural, sustainable food system.

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s Fashion Show, “The Walk” will take place on Thursday, May 5 and is said that it will be their largest show in 77 years! The designs will all hit the runway at Chicago’s most coveted fashion arena, Millennium Park. Stylish audience members will have 3 different chances to catch the event with showtimes at 9 a.m., noon, and 3 p.m. This fashion show will showcase more than 250 garments and has Chicagoans raving every year with excitement and counting down the days. The pieces in the show will all be made by SAICn students and with the expansive amount of garments, it gives each student the chance to shine under their own personal spotlight! Factor Runway will be providing 60 professional models to walk in the students’ designs.

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago opened in 1989 at the prestigious address of 900 N. Michigan Avenue on Chicago’s famed Magnificent Mile. On March 21, it will celebrate its landmark 50th Birthday with special spa and dining offers all week long. You decide, does that make them over the hill or like a fine wine, only get better with age?

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse in downtown Chicago will host the 2010 Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks Chopper on Thursday, March 24. Chicagoans will have a chance to purchase raffle tickets for this custom bike built by Paul Teutul Sr. of Orange County Choppers during the event. Scheduled to appear is NHL Legend Jeremy Roenick; the first fifty individuals who purchase raffle tickets will receive an autographed picture of Jeremy Roenick. The Blackhawks logo is displayed on the gas tank, which is autographed by players and coaches of the Stanley Cup Championship team. The bike’s rims emulate hockey sticks and pucks and the handlebars depict the taped end of a hockey stick.

On Sunday February 27th, approximately 100 guests attended the 83rd Oscar Awards viewing party hosted by Shaun Rajah with the Drake Hotel and Cece & Melinda with Raymi Productions. Dressed to impress for this black tie affair guests were greeted with a glass of champagne and enjoyed a delightful 3-course meal. Chicago's sweetheart Anna Davlantes, co-host of Good Day Chicago joined in the soiree and luxurious goody bags were given to each guest with dessert. Over night Hilton hotel stays and a Club International membership were awarded as prizes for best dressed man and woman and for the closest guess for the Oscar Ballot.

On March 31, The Dailey Method®, LLC, a leading barre workout headquarters in Bucktown, BluePrint Cleanse, Glow Skincare Spa, SalonBlonde, Stix and Roses stylists, K. Amato and Ciao Bella are coming together for an exclusive Bridal Event. The party will feature cocktails, food, a couture fashion show, wedding styling and wardrobing tips, hair and makeup consultations by SalonBlonde, jewelry by K. Amato, discounts on skincare products by Glow Skin Care, BluePrint cleanse info, unlimited Dailey Method packages, gift bags, giveaways and more to get ready for the big day.

Dana Levy, a third generation Jewlery Designer, who grew up in Chicago Illinois; has not only her family name but has made a name for herself. Dana’s designs reflect the things most important in her life, her family and travels; her pieces themed from exotic locations with the namesake of her family and friends.