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- The Taste of Chicago kicks off today in Grant Park! Chicago’s tremendous array of culinary delights are located in one place at the ten-day lakefront festival where food choices range from ethnic to exotic to Chicago specialties. Hours 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily and tickets are sold in strips of 12 for $8. If you are driving, park directly under the action with MOSE partner Millennium Garages or there are free trolleys that drop you off at the Balbo Entrance check site for trolley stops.

- Summer Sample Sale at Clever Alice 1920 N. Damen in Bucktown. 4 days only Thursday June 24th- Sunday June 27th of up to 75% off French designer MC Planet, Porto from San Francisco, Vassalli from Italy and more. Summer stock of flirty dresses, sexy tops, fitted tees, skirts not found in Chicago.

- Chicago fashion staple Akira is celebrating the launch of Shop Akira 2.0 – their fabulous new website with tons of stylish items up for grabs! Betsey Johnson, Converse, Dolce Vita, Jeffrey Campbell, L.A.M.B. and Sam Edelman are just a fraction of the brands you can find both in any Akira store and online. Come and enjoy a night of festive fashion and mingle with the Chicago fashion set Friday June 25th 7 p.m. at Griffin Lounge 326 W. Chicago Ave. in beautiful Downtown Chicago. And be sure you stick around for the *Fashion Show starting at 9 PM*! You’ll get to see all of the latest styles available at Akira. Download this flyer for free entry! RSVP to: events@shopakira.com

- Hubba Hubba’s Yappy Hour June 25th from 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Bring your canine friend and enjoy 20% off full-priced merchandise, network & shop with people & pups from the area, wine and people snacks served, treat your pooch to delicious snack samplings from Zane & Zara’s & Three Dog Bakery. Guests receive coupons & gift certificates to Zane & Zara’s and a goody bag from Blum Animal Hospital. Information about helping a local shelter, Chicago Canine Rescue, provided!

- CUSP by Neiman Marcus in store at Northbrook Court or Water Tower Place or online save as much as 55% off when you take and extra 25% off already reduced prices + free shipping at any price! Sale going on now until July 5th, you don’t want to miss it!

-Chicago’s only traveling designer sample sale Re.Stock returns to the West Loop 901 W. Madison St.!  Weekend sales are open to the public Friday June 25th from 12-6 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 12-5 p.m.! June’s featured designers include Kensie Denim, Colcci, JLee Silver, Interlud, Serpico & more!

- JLee Silver & Paoo Trunk Show Saturday June 26th 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. at Cerato Boutique 3451 N. Southport. Exclusive one day only- shop new designs & merchandise from JLee Silver & Paoo.  Receive a 25$ gift card toward future purchase when you spend $250 or more. Plus gift bags for the first 10 purchasers!

- Highland Park Festival of Fine Craft a premier showcase for the finest in Contemporary Craft sponsored by The Art Center of Highland Park. Saturday June 26th & Sunday June 27th from 10 a.m.-5 p.m Sheridan Road between Central and Elm. Highland Park Fine Craft Festival has an established reputation for quality and creativity at the highest level showcasing designers such as egjewelry.

- Eclectica Boutique 20% off clothing, jewelry, handbags, & accessories, including new arrivals, custom orders & already reduced prices! One week only June 29th- July 6th 1006 W. Armitage. Eclectica offers a contemporary mix of sleek and sophisticated ready-to-wear designs from Vika and Orlando Espinoza, complimented by exotic handcrafted handbags from Diego Rocha and fine jewelry designs from desginers like Manon.

- Girl’s Night Out! Come enjoy a special night of fashion and pampering at Viktoria’s Closet Monday, June 28th, 7pm-10pm 2482 N. Lincoln Ave. All guests will enjoy Free facials and sexy eye looks with the latest Mary Kay Anti- Aging products and mineral colors, professional manicures, & personal stylist consultations. Plus huge sales including 30-70% off the entire store and all Mary Kay products! Mingle and Network while enjoying champagne, wine, & appetizers. Gifts for all who attend & a chance to win free products and accessories!

- Objets d’Envy is excited to showcase new summer jewelry featuring clusters of crystals and gorgeous chains. These are pieces that can transform the simplest of outfits. There will be brand new styles introduced on this night. As a special thank you to all Objets clients, receive one free signature cocktail with any jewelry purchase. This is a not-to-miss event filled with fashion, food and fun! We heart our customers! A Customer Appreciation Event for fans of Objets d’Envy and Province Restaurant Wednesday June 30th 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 161 N. Jefferson St. at Randolph. RSVP kindly requested to kirsten@objetsdenvy.com.

- Anna Hovet Signature Tee Release Party at Black Market Caviar 1945 W. Chicago Ave. Thursday July 1st 6p.m.-10. p.m. Mark your calenders this is gonna be a great party, come check out the launch of 3 new styles!