Look of the Week 3

Mission: To act as though you're Domestic Debbie by Planting your annual "in the air" herb garden but let's be honest, it's still too chilly outside- so nix the cute cut-offs, flanel and Hunter Boots gardner-look. Instead opt for a city-sleek fleece and just pray that your little patch of greenery lasts more than 3 months this year.

Details: Nau Profile Fleece, $185 (available in mens sizing)

Next: Busy Spring cleaning so that you can't stop by our Milwaukee Ave store? Give us a ring at 773.360.1520 and we'll bike messenger this "Look of the Week" to you at 25% OFF!

Mission: You're brother-in-law just moved back from the mountains and you still can't get him to dress "appropriate" f0r the city. We advise to stop fighting against his rugged-ways and instead give him a small upgrade by making him shave off his santa claus beard. I mean, who doesn't like eye candy that looks so carefree and confident against the urban landscape?

Details: Nau Binary Jacket, $345; Nau Slim Tapered Jean, $180; Icebreaker Apollo Crew, $69; Alternative Rocky Zip Hoodie, $50; Timberland Boot Co. Counterpane Lace, $249; Coal Hat, $32

Next: So he still hasn't found a job? No worries, we understand that the market is still like- that's why we are offering his look at 40% OFF this week. Call for availability: 773.360.1520

Look of the Week 1

Mission: It's that time of year. One day you're out walking the dog in your favorite T, the next you're unpack your winter wardrobe YET AGAIN. Simple solution: a "3-in-one" jacket. Dress appropriate and stay looking fresh in this week's look at Connect Chicago.

Details: Patagonia Tres Jacket, $345; Smartwook Tight, $45; Timberland Boot Co. Lucille Knee Boot, $199

Next: We know you want it so how about we give it to you for 40% OFF? Go to www.connect-chicago.com and during checkout enter promo code: WK1Look to receive discount on featured items. In stores, simply mention "Look of the Week 1".

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This kind of freaks me out, however, BACK to the FUTURE... Indeed.

Onward>>

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Stop Complaining : Take Initiative

No need for a translator to understand what's going on here....

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Sometimes Always...

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Guilty pleasures with Bill Cunningham

So we wake up in the morning and read the NYTimes - Headlines. Business. Travel. browse the Arts. sometimes throw a little Sports or Technology into the mix. and then alas, Style.

When we heard that Zeitgeist films was coming out with a documentary on the Times' very own Bill Cunningham we were not only thrilled but inspired once again by his honest perspective and pure passion for style. See for yourself.

Greetings from Stockholm

Traveling to a warmer climate? We have a collection for you.

Ljung

Not usually a sucker for denim shirts,

mainly because of its horribly boxy shape and it's inability to 'dress-up' -

alas! we are proven wrong

Always think : pieces that are easily interchangeable

Tailored shapes are timeless,

mix it with bold graphics or streetwear hues that POP :

instant style cred in our book

An edgier side to the Classic Prep

images from Ljung SS '11 collection via The Fashionisto

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Japanese minimalism set to reshape fashion once again

A whole generation of modernist architects and artists, attracted by its raw, unbranded, anti-fashion status, adopted a look that destroyed established dress codes and created a logo-free, democratic – albeit often expensive – ideal of style.

READ ON >>

* guardian.co.uk

New Kids On The Block

We are overjoyed to have DarkCloud: Urban Coffee Lab as our new neighbors of the Halsted store in Lincoln Park. FINALLY, an option in the hood other than 'do I dare say it' - Starbucks.

This is the well....'The Right Stuff' people. WELCOME to the block fellas!

Actually...

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