Five questions with bright light and founder of Chi50, Cheri Byrd! Cheri's Bucktown studio offers Megaformer classes, combining Pilates, cardio, and strength training into one amazing 50-minute workout. 1. Where do you find style inspiration? CB: I love to travel and every new country and city...

Five questions with Hwa Kinoshita Kim, designer and Co-Creator and Head of Creative/Branding at Fungisaurs Inc. Currently popular as a collectible mystery box toy,  Fungisaurs are in development to be an augmented reality mobile game.  1. Where do you find design inspiration? HK: It’s h...

Five questions with the brilliant Adia Sykes, an independent curator and arts administrator. 

Five questions with skincare genius and brow master Alina Karin of yourbestetician. Her gentle approach to tints and shaping has our team sold on her waxing skills, and we're all anxious to get on her (in demand!) schedule for a facial.   1. If you could have dinner with anyone dead or ali...

A national celebration to honor the history, culture and influence of past generations who came from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Spain,  Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15-October 15, and there is still time to get involved! Grab your favorite pupusa, drink som...

Five questions with Chicago Creative Strategist and Restauranteur Vicki Kim. Part of the team behind the epically delicious Mott Street and its sister restaurant, Logan Square's Mini Mott, Kim's most recent endeavor, The WKND, offers retreats for female creatives and entrepreneurs.  1. Whe...

Five questions with Beth Gaskill of Big City Readers, a children's education company that promotes learning and literacy for infants to elementary-age children. She and her team focus on keeping kids and their parents engaged, entertained, and active, all while making connections and keeping re...

Five questions with Denver metalsmith and jeweler Kate Maller, whose sustainable, recycled, and detailed jewelry designs reflect natural environments and aim to protect them. She's a brilliant businesswoman and a force, and we love carrying her work in our jewel box. 1. Where do you find...

"There are so many crevices and secrets...it's interesting to go and find little remnants of the past."....but I hadn't figured out how to do it elegantly.   When preparing to design a new collection of modern heirlooms, A+T’s in-house designer knew she wanted to take a trip that would inspire, c...