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The Faithful Shopper: Fun Furnishings

Faith Hope Consolo | Posted 05.25.2011

Faith Hope Consolo

Whether you're looking for just a few new goblets or linens, or you're planning a major room overhaul, here are some home furnishings and housewares stores to plan your next big to-do.

Pearls of Wisdom for Chelsea on Her Big Day

Meredith C. Carroll | Posted 05.25.2011

Meredith C. Carroll

No one is more surprised than me that an invitation to Chelsea Clinton's wedding has yet to appear in my mailbox. Actually, no one is surprised but me. Nevertheless, I'm still surprised.

What You Need to Throw a Party (Some of Lulu's Favorite Things)

Lulu Powers | Posted 11.17.2011

Lulu Powers

During my recent Today Show segment on how to throw a Party in a Pinch, I shared some of my all-time favorite entertaining essentials.

A Guide to Wing Chairs

Lauren and Suzanne McGrath | Posted 05.25.2011

Lauren and Suzanne McGrath

When I was growing up, my parents always had a pair of traditional wing chairs on either side of the fireplace.

CB2 Moving Headquarters To Near West Side Loft

Crain's Chicago Business | Eddie Baeb and Alby Gallun | Posted 05.25.2011

Housewares retailer Crate & Barrel Inc. has agreed to lease most of a vintage loft building on the Near West Side, where the retailer will move its ne...

Crate & Barrel Looking To Dubai Expansion

Chicago Tribune | SANDRA M. JONES | Posted 05.25.2011

Crate & Barrel is looking to expand overseas, and its first stop will be Dubai, the shopping mecca of the Middle East. Real estate developers and bus...