A little something special for my last blog post. A request by a local Oak Parker for a fashion make-over. Now, how can you say no to that? A quick trip to Fashions Anew in Oak Park, and a bit of fashion instruction yields wonderful results. Find out why this story has a happy ending!

As a style pioneer, Frank Paganis of Pagani Hair Salon in Oak Park creates stunning looks, sculptural and sensual cuts, that elevate hairdressing to an art form. He'll also Balayage his way into your heart and hair. Look out Giselle!

A wonderfully innovative website that injects a little laughter into our days. Sarah Fielding launched MyMomMemories.com, a website dedicated to saving the touching and hilarious things our kids say. How can you resist?

Style guru Tim Gunn implores us to rid ourselves of barriers and boundaries in order to examine who we are and to create the most stylish versions of ourselves. Find out how to put together the best wardrobe while drawing upon (gasp!) our very own closets.

Rules are meant to be broken. French author, model, and fashion icon, Ines de la Fressange offers smart, succinct tips on style, beauty, and how to keep a wardrobe free of things you’ll never wear. Ladies, you need this book. Find it at The Book Table in Oak Park.

What constitutes great personal style? Scott Schuman of TheSartorialist.com tells us that ignorance is bliss. Schulman’s love for his behind-the-camera lifestyle allows him to create his own version of who he thinks each person is that he snaps a shot of.

Little Mia and her mom, Amy, will be shopping the weekend away at Trends of Oak Park ($5 sale anyone?) and the Parenthesis Children's Consignment Sale (who doesn't love a bargain?). You can shop too! Don't miss the sales this weekend!

Send us a photo of your small fry on their first day of school for a chance to win a gift certificate to Trends Consignment Shop in Oak Park and two free tickets to the Parenthesis Children's Consignment Sale.

Meet the ardent environmentalist and conscientious entrepreneur, Germaine Caprio of Majamas in Oak Park, a boutique where fashion and function meet so new moms don't have to choose between style and comfort.

Last spring, Shannon Seeger's self-designed nature-inspired frocks were voted by Wednesday Journal and OakPark.com readers as the best in an online Fashion Contest showcasing the work of Dominican's senior class. Now, the Wednesday Journal catches up with Shannon as she speaks of future plans and offers advice to fledging fashion designers.