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soul cycle Clear your mind with community-based cycling at this acclaimed studio cofounded by Chicago native Elizabeth Cutler; the newest Windy City location boasts 62 bikes (not to mention a com- munal roof deck) in the heart of Lakeview. 3423 N. Southport Ave., Second Fl., 773-281-7685; soul-cycle.com The Dailey MeThoD Transform your body with a mix of barre, Pilates, and yoga techniques. 2301 N. Clark St., 773-883-2990; thedaileymethod.com equinox This popular club offers a host of studio cycling, yoga, and barre classes. 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-254-2500; equinox.com exhale Now in Evanston, this fitness mainstay offers eight different classes in the signature Core Fusion program, from barre to boot camp. 1890 Maple Ave., Evanston, 847-440-0600; exhalespa.com/Evanston FirsT ascenT cliMbing & FiTness Uptown's newest addition teaches both beginning and expert climbers. 4718 N. Broadway, 773-564-9815; firstascentclimbing.com FiTness ForMula clubs The Lincoln Park location boasts the Midwest's first USA Triathlon Certified Performance Center. 939 W. North Ave., 312-337- 1244; ffc.com/lincolnpark Flex PilaTes This intimate studio focuses on hybrid exercises that blend traditional Pilates and strength training. 213 W. Institute Pl., #709, 312-587- 9000; flexpilateschicago.com Wicker Park. 1619 N. Damen Ave., 773-904-2417; shinola.com sPex Shop brands like Balenciaga, Prada, Ray-Ban, and more. 1212 N. Wells St., 312-664- 2020; spexoptical.com TiFFany & co. The iconic jeweler celebrates 50 years on the Mag Mile with a sleek new look. 730 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944-7500; tiffany.com Van cleeF & arPels The French luxury label is renowned for its iconic baubles, like the Alhambra collection. 933 N. Michigan Ave., 312-944- 8988; vancleefarpels.com Versace It's the season's most epic opening, as the ultimate Italian brand returns to Chicago . 933 N. Rush St., 312-445-9750; versace.com Fitness air aerial FiTness A celeb favorite frequented by Sarah Hyland and Jamie Chung, this concept tones the body via suspended hammocks. 357 W. Erie St., 312-288-9614; airfitnow.com The barre coDe With a new location in Evanston, this Chicago-grown women's fitness program focuses on cardio conditioning, strength training, and restoration. 604 Davis St., Evanston, 224-714- 2157; thebarrecode.com bikraM yoga riVer norTh Twenty-six postures, 90 minutes, and 105 degrees of intensity. 1 E. Erie St., Ste. 520, 312-397-9642; bikramyogarivernorth.com bliss sPa Savor manicures, pedicures, and—yes—brownies at this glamorous retreat in the W Lakeshore Hotel. 644 N. Lake Shore Dr., Eighth Fl., 312-266- 9216; blissworld.com/ spa-location/bliss-chicago brooklyn boulDers Reach new heights at this 25,000-square-foot West Loop rock-climbing oasis. 100 S. Morgan St., 312-268-0002; brooklynboulders.com channing's sTuDio & sPa This Gold Coast getaway now offers 90-minute makeup consultations to help combat signs of aging, while educating on which products to use as the seasons change. 67 E. Oak St., Ste. 3W, 312-280-1994; channings.com core chicago PilaTes Try high-energy Piloxing in Lincoln Park. 2549 N. Racine Ave., 773-296-9660; corechicagopilates.com core Power yoga A workout for every muscle— and the mind. 310 W. Superior St., Third Fl., 312-470-6605; corepoweryoga.com 114 miChiganavEmag.Com style the guide DRIEHAUS AWARDS FOR FASHION EXCELLENCE Richard and Inese Driehaus host The 15th Anniversary Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence, themed "Reflections," on April 29th. This event showcases student designers from fashion and design schools throughout the city, with industry experts judging their collections and top designers receiving cash honorariums. The evening includes a runway show, cocktail reception, live auction and VIP after-party. 6:30 p.m., 700 S. Des Plaines St., Chicago 312-932-8648; driehausdesign.org. Photo credit: Kasia Jarosz