Ellie Roubitchek is 12 years old and the owner/designer at You've Been Framed Chicago. She grew up in Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood and recently recently moved to Elmhurst where she…

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For some kids, sports is the driving force of their growing up years. For others it’s video gaming or social media. For me, it was always art. I started sketching as a kid. It was truly a passion; I’d sketch other kids on the playground and hand them my sketches. Another love for me was fashion design. So, early on, I combined the two. I took classes in fashion design and began experimenting with looks.

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Join us at La Jolie MLN boutique, Elmhurst, IL. Saturday, March 5, 2022 from 2:30-4:30pm to meet Mrs. Shiva Jaberi and her beautiful art. There will be gorgeous hand painted bookmarks, small art canvas, and various pieces. Mrs. Jaberi will be able to take special orders if you wish.

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Tachi & Zucca was created in 1997 as a company specializing in the production of women's knitwear. Its origins date back to the 60s, in a small family workshop where knitwear was made to measure. From its founders, and until today we are guided only by one principle: commitment to the customer.

Mucros Weavers Hats & Scarves using only the finest quality yarns on Hattersly looms that are almost 200 years old. Find some at La Jolie MLN

We started our Scrunchie Journey on Etsy in May 2020 with 14 Zipper Scrunchies. Today, we have over 100 Scrunchie Styles, and have added Classic Scrunchies and Apple Watch Scrunchie Bands to our offerings…

The birth of sHOe, sHOpping, cHOcolate, SoHO, HOme, alcoHOl

Okay, so what do t-shirts and pillows have to do with this? While on the phone with the counsellor, I was doodling. For some reason I can’t explain, I wrote the word “shoe.” Then I colored in the “ho.” Next, I wrote the word “shopping” and colored in the “ho.” Pretty soon I had shoe, shopping, chocolate, soho. Then the light bulb moment; I wrote the word alcohol. And there it was “ho.” …

For All, Because all sizes are beautiful! Created and inspired with my gym partners in mind. I wanted to provide a line that while durable and fun, is not expensive and anyone at any age can afford it.

Our brand story comes from women around us. Whether relationship women have with their friends, family, coworkers and themselves, women all want the best impression that only fashion can offer. Storia creates the latest trends in clothing and positive gesture that all women could have through style…

The history of J.Marie begins with family heritage. With roots in Mexico, this origin provided the inspiration to create a modern line celebrating the classic styles of Central America.

I knew we would need a talented photographer who could help me create a signature for my website and my fashion line. Without hesitation I called one of the best in the business, Gaby Abboud. One of the most creative talents I’ve ever met, Gaby brings a wealth of technical know-how, along with an impeccable creative eye to his work. That interesting mix results in a portfolio of work that is uniquely bold and matchless in its originality. I’ll let Gaby tell you his story…