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SPICY WATERMELON MARGARITA

INGREDIENTS: METHOD: Muddle fresh jalapeño slices in a cocktail shaker. Add juices, tequila, and ice. Shake until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Rim with habanero salt for an extra kick and garnish with a watermelon slice and sprig of rosemary. If you prefer a mocktail, substitute tequila for sparkling

HOME TOUR: BOLD MOVES

Designer Claire Staszak transforms this 1990s North Shore home with 21st-century panache. There’s nothing a designer loves more than a client who is both design savvy and trusting. Fortunately for Claire Staszak of Centered by Design, a North Shore couple who turned to her to transform their 90s-esque contemporary home into a transitional abode were

LOOMCRAFT TEXTILES: THE NORTH SHORE’S PREMIER DESTINATION FOR CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS, UPHOLSTERY, AND DESIGNER FABRICS

Loomcraft Textiles, known as the North Shore’s go-to source for high-quality fabrics and home décor projects for 35-plus years, has just completed a stunning renovation of its Vernon Hills location (645 Lakeview Parkway). The refreshed showroom now offers an even more inspiring environment for discovering fabric, drapery, and upholstery solutions—and features expanded offerings backed by

MEREL MINUTE: WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU SAY “I DO”

Marriage is a major commitment. These five steps can help you build a stronger foundation—and avoid heartache down the road. Most people don’t want to think about divorce before marriage—but the truth is, the best way to avoid divorce is to never end up in the wrong marriage to begin with. While happily ever after

PREVIEW PARTY

The Lake Forest Chapter of the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago hosted the sold-out opening night party to preview the 2025 Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens. More than 700 guests were the first to see the transformed Pembroke Lodge Estate and celebrate the work of more than 45 top interior designers and landscapers. The evening

RUMC FASHION SHOW

Spring was in the air at the sold-out RUSH University Medical Center (RUMC) Junior Auxiliary Board Fashion Show held at The Glen View Club in Golf. Area retailers Bunny & Babe, Elena Victoria, Lillie Alexander, ENAZ, Gigi’s Closette, LuxLab, and Styles & Smiles provided stunning fashions ranging from casual day wear to full-length gowns. Led

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