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Maria Sharapova Wins with Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Earrings

Posted by: Meredith Mulligan on June 28th, 2010

It is no question that the ladies storming the grassy courts at Wimbledon are a force to be reckoned with. They are fierce competitors, both on and off the court. And in recent years, many of tennis’ greatest athletes have been setting records in the fashion arena, too. [...read more]

Calling All Phoenix Cycling Junkies

Posted by: Marie Look on May 26th, 2010

OK, so we know temperatures are heating up across the state and it's already well on its way into the 90s by noon most days, but watching Mick Rogers and the rest of the crew race in last week's AMGEN Tour of California sure did make us want to take stock of our cycling gear. If you've been freshly bitten by the road racing bug too, or fancy yourself getting into the sport, here are a few of the best cycling shops in the Valley you can visit for equipment and advice. All our picks are single-location independents where you'll feel like you're getting the time and attention you deserve. [...read more]

Ice, Ice Baby

Posted by: Lauren Monitz on May 16th, 2010

With the Stanley Cup so close Chicagoans can almost taste it, the city is abuzz with hockey fever as the NHL playoffs drag on. No matter your neighborhood, here are some of the best bars to watch the Blackhawks dominate in May’s most anticipated showdown. After all, sharks may smell blood, but our Hawks show no mercy. [...read more]

Sports Cast: Emporio Armani and Reebok Collaborate on Activewear Collection

Posted by: Meredith Mulligan on April 29th, 2010

Stella McCartney has already changed the way we dress at the gym with her ongoing collaboration with Adidas. Now, Giorgio Armani wants a piece of the action. Emporio Armani, the high-end luxury line designed by the acclaimed designer has announced a partnership with Reebok on a line of men’s and women’s activewear. [...read more]

The Yankee’s New Bling: Championship Rings Unveiled

Posted by: Meredith Mulligan on April 14th, 2010

Is Balfour, the jewelry company perhaps best known for producing university signet rings, a Yankees fan? Looks that way. According to recent buzz, Balfour designed the World Series Champs’ stunning new diamond rings. The team, who received the rings during opening-day ceremonies on April 13, has won 27 World Series Championships. [...read more]

Sweat Shopping: The Newest Trend from the Spring Collections

Posted by: Meredith Mulligan on April 5th, 2010

Luxury has taken on a whole new form this season…and it’s about to get a little, uh, sweaty. With countless designers referencing sporty chic in their spring collections, it has left editors and consumers wondering what’s going on. I agree with the WSJ on this one: sweatpants are taking casual chic to a new level. [...read more]

Upset at the Sony Ericsson Open

Posted by: Christina Bohnstengel on March 31st, 2010

When was the last time you heard tennis fans joining together in a choir-like assembly to chant someone’s name? If you followed No. 1 Roger Federer’s plight in Key Biscayne at the Sony Ericsson Open, then your answer would be, “last night.” The world’s No. 1 tennis player stunned audiences—who stayed up past the clock striking midnight—last night when he lost the tiebreaking match to Czech player Tomas Berdych. [...read more]

The Suite Life: The View is Better from the Top

Posted by: Lauren Monitz on March 31st, 2010

Ride in the same elevator as the ordinary folk? Not you. Welcome to the United Center’s 200-level Lexus Club, the most exclusive floor of the stadium club. With the Bulls and the Blackhawks both closing in on Playoff hopes, it’s time to get your ticket to the big game. [...read more]

Haute 100 Los Angeles Update: Dr. Jerry Buss

Posted by: Stephanie Wilson on March 23rd, 2010

Our Haute 100 list details the accomplishments of the most influential people in each of our markets—Miami, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. These people continue to make moves, so rather than waiting for the next Haute 100 issue to come out, we thought we’d provide you with regular updates on those Haute 100ers who are making headlines. Check back daily for more info on the most powerful people in your city. [...read more]

Floyd Mayweather’s Shadow Hovers Over Dallas

Posted by: Bryan Shaw on March 13th, 2010

Boxing fans everywhere once coveted March 13, 2010, as one of the most important dates in recent history. But when the super-fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. fell through, the once coveted date quickly became just another day. [...read more]