Shopping & Style
Edited by Joel Meares
timeout.com/chicago/shopping @joelmeares
Pretty in pink (and black… and gold…)
Lots of black, plenty of lace and a little something shiny—these Chicago designers have all the looks you need for spring. By Laura Rote
Suki + Solaine Brandi Archer’s travel-inspired pieces use exclusive prints and intriguing textiles. Many are designed, cut and sewn right in Chicago, and some of the prints come from photos Archer took of her colleagues or from artwork made by head designer Nicole Puszynski. One of Archer’s favorite pieces this season—the easy-to-wear knit Fresco Emilia dress ($138)—evolved from a photo of a temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Find Suki + Solaine dresses online, at local stores like Mod + Ethico (27 N Morgan St #1;
modandethico.com) and Milk Handmade (5137 N Clark St; 773-234-7053,
milkhandmade.com) or at Dose Market (401 N Morgan St; 312-972-8400,
dosemarket.com). à 2023 W Carroll Ave, c301 (312-888-2632,
sukiandsolaine.com)
Hero/Black This luxury streetwear brand from Angela Brantley and Rhea Fernandez has styles for women and men. “Our collections consist of a full range of statement pieces inspired by architectural cuts, the interplay between masculine and feminine silhouettes, and a heavy art influence,” says Brantley. “We make every piece in our collection because we want to wear it.” Find their looks online or locally at Rider for Life (1115 W Lake St; 213-243-0464,
shoprider.us) and Sir & Madame (5225 S Harper Ct; 773-241- 5225,
sirandmadame.com). à
shopheroblack.com
Ryan Pickle Former pro dancer Pickle has been designing for five years and most recently launched a lace line in 2015. “Everybody deserves to treat themselves,” he says of his latest styles. Pickle’s background in dance and knowledge of high-end couture (he was previously a stylist at Ikram) is evident in his feminine and ethereal aesthetic. For spring, he loves a layered crop top. “It looks divine when paired with that perfect pair of boyfriend jeans or over a camisole or a T-shirt.” You can buy his work online or at artisan markets like Dose Market (
dosemarket.com). à
ryanpickle.com
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Cities in Dust What’s a perfect spring look without a great necklace? Meghan Lorenz, who started this überpopular jewelry line six years ago, loves long necklaces; and when the sun returns, you can finally show them off again (goodbye layers!). In January, she began working on Cities in Dust full-time, as her modern designs with midcentury flair took off. Her favorite necklaces include the beloved Metropolis ($120) and the Double Bezel Tiny Dancer ($94). You’ll also find hair pieces and home items, like incense holders, from Cities in Dust soon. Check out the brand at local stores such as Humboldt House (1045 N California Ave; 312-785- 1442,
humboldthouseco.com), Eskell (1509 N Milwaukee Ave; 773- 486-0830,
eskell.com) and Modern Cooperative (1215 W 18th St; 312- 226-8522 · 1500 E 53rd St; 872- 244-7477 · moderncooperative .com), or online. à
citiesindustjewelry.com
PHOTOGRAPHS (CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT): ZACH FELTER; COURTESY BRANDI ARCHER; COURTESY CITIES IN DUST; ASHLEIGH DYE
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