Written & Produced By James Vincent February 12 – the dead of winter – at least in Chicago and other cities in the northern US. Winter has been around for a while now – but it just suddenly seems like it will never end. And there certainly can be

Written and Produced by James Vincent And another new year. And – of course, here in Chicago – the beginning of another cold and dreary winter. Another way to look at it though is a chance to freshen up your look for the long winter ahead. Much like say, reupholstering

 Written and Produced by James Vincent   Autumn is the best time of the year to update your wardrobe. The change of seasons and the wild burst of colors exploding in the landscape can provide inspiration for some classic looks. By sticking to some classic – but never boring –

Written and Produced by James Vincent What is it about late summer that makes travel sounds so inviting? Is it the hint of cooler temperatures that brings about the desire to dress up again in a suit and tie in a city where no one knows you? Hang out on

Written and Produced By James Vincent   Wow it’s already past the July 4th  holiday people – summer is half over! Get moving! Time to not only get to the beach but also start some summer neighborhood exploring. Get out of your own and into another. In the spirit of

Written and Produced by James Vincent Hope springs eternal as they say. Spring – a new beginning of sorts. New – clothes? New – car? New – furniture? This month’s fashion style selection is vintage inspired. If you’re into vintage, primitive and urban reclaimed industrial pieces – Andersonville Antiques https://www.facebook.com/Andersonvilleantiques/ in

Written and Produced by James Vincent   Here it is again. The dead of winter. Winter really arrived just before Christmas of course, but with the holidays it’s easy to forget that. Reality hits right after January 1. It’s finally that new season. A new season requires a new outlook

Written & Produced By James Vincent Shopping for new fall clothing in August – especially in Chicago where the dog days of summer drag into all of their hazy and humid glory well into September – can be challenging. It seems we’ll be lazing around forever late evenings at our

Produced and Written by James Vincent   What nice thing can anyone say about March? It’s still winter – though, blessedly, toward the end. It’s not spring yet, but it’s close enough that you can at least start planning a spring wardrobe. And as has been pointed out here in