ML - Michigan Avenue

2014 - Issue 7 - November

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WATCH THIS New wristwatch brand Astor+Banks is turning out modern, masculine timepieces from its headquar- ters in Chicago. "The Windy City is emerging as a city of innovation in fashion and technology," says cofounder Andrew Perez, whose company designs and assembles watches in its West Loop studio. The brand currently offers an intricate chronograph and a mechanical model, both customizable from a wide range of options. Apartment Number 9, 1804 N. Damen Ave., 773-395-2999; astorandbanks.com BOOTS MADE FOR WALKIN' Stuart Weitzman's 5050 boot is a favorite of celebs (Emma Stone, Elizabeth Olsen), and now it's available for customization. Through early November, choose from the fl at, stacked heel, or wedge styles and 12 fabrications. From $635. 520 N. Michigan Ave., 312-661-1560; stuartweitzman.com 2 Modern Man WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER BORRIS POWELL LAUNCHES A LUXE LINE FOR MEN. Chicago-based fashion designer Borris Powell is known for his gorgeous custom women's creations, but this fall the fashion vet- eran is expanding his repertoire with Freedom, a new men's collection that highlights a return to dapper dressing. Marked by clean lines, sharp silhouettes, and qual ity craftsmanship, the line aims to capture the ideal of the modern man—and the ward- robe that should carry him. Launched in partnership with local film director and producer Kyle Thomas (who also stars as the face of the collection), the clothing speaks to matters of the heart. "It is about the art and the way we can make people feel," says Powell of the line. "We want to give people a sense of romance, which, contrary to belief, still exists here and now." 400 N. May St., Ste. 201, 773-857-5585; borrispowell.com new & now debut Omorovicza, a luxury skincare line from Budapest steeped in natural healing elements, unveils its three-product diamond peptide-infused Blue Diamond collection (concentrate, resurfacing peel, and super cream) at Neiman Marcus. 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642- 5900; omorovicza.com Makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury has worked her magic on some of the world's most famous faces (think Gwyneth Paltrow, Rihanna, and Cara Delevingne). With her anticipated cosmet- ics collection of more than 100 products—from skincare and brushes to luxe lipsticks and feather-light foundation— now available at Nordstrom, Chicagoans can get in on the look. 55 E. Grand Ave., 312-464- 1515; charlottetilbury.com Moroccanoil's new luxuriant body collections, Fleur de Rose and Fleur d'Oranger, come complete with a skin buff, cleansing bar, shower milk, hydrating soufflé, nourishing butter, and hand cream. Available online at moroccanoil.com 1 // LOCAL TREASURES // BEAUTY NEWS EMBRACE AUTUMN IN THE WINDY CITY with these architectural booties. Aquazzura ($1,295). Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-5900; neimanmarcus.com Christian Louboutin ($1,245). Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312- 642-5900; us.christianlouboutin.com Tom Ford ($1,590). 66 E. Oak St., 312-605-5041; tomford.com // well-heeled // SKYLINE HIGH Nicholas Kirkwood ($1,595). Neiman Marcus, 737 N. Michigan Ave., 312-642-5900; nicholaskirkwood.com Jerome C. Rousseau ($895). Bloomingdale's, 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-440-4460; jeromecrousseau.com Bottega Veneta ($970). 800 N. Michigan Ave., 312-664-3220; bottegaveneta.com 44 MICHIGANAVEMAG.COM STYLE Spotlight

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