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For the world traveler, cooler clime trekker, work commuter, or suburban mom on the go, this is a The Coat Check perfectly practical wardrobe must-have! Don’t let the light weight and slim cut fool you; this mi- his season it’s a fur for all! The Bottom left: Norman Ambrose Natural Russian cro down jacket offers a hardy durability and the fur frenzy launched last spring during the Barguzin Sable Trimmed Brocade Evening Coat, means to efficiently utilize your own body heat fall shows. That’s when the luxe Handcarved Rosewood and Brass Handbag. to ensure warmth on a cold day. When rainy or puffT stuff received complete head-to-toe coverage slushy, the patterned outer shell and baffled con- Make the Grand Entrance (or exit) in this exqui- both here and abroad. From to London, struction keeps you nice and dry and prevents site piece created by Norman Ambrose. While he’s then in Milan and on to Paris, five hundred plus the down from absorbing water (which means no San Francisco born and now New York based, designers prominently placed fur in the spotlight feather clumping or odor). Best of all, this field Ambrose does boast a Chicago connection as the while presenting their runway collections. jacket conveniently compresses to a packable 2008 Gold Coast Fashion Award winner. Known Along with iconic Karl Lagerfeld and his size that easily fits into your Modalu backpack. for his use of extraordinary materials and couture “Haute Fourrure” all fur fashion presentation for Choose from arctic white, denim, tangerine, mid- statement style, Ambrose’s creations elevate an oc- Fendi during the Paris Couture Shows, key fur in- night, or chocolate for heading across town, the casion to very special indeed. Here, with personal novators included: , Zac Posen, Nor- continent or the globe. man Ambrose, Helen Yarmak, Monique Lhuillier, attention to detail, Ambrose paired hand loomed and Carolina Herrera—to name drop just a few silk brocade with the featherweight texture of the InVESTment Piece fashionista faves. And now, in-store it’s time for world’s finest sable. The silhouette offers flattering you to find gorgeous fur coats, stylish outerwear, comfort and is sure to garner gazes as you arrive and accessories galore all adorned (and sure to be or depart formal functions—think Chicago’s Lyric adored) with fur—hats, scarves, handbags, key Opera, the Symphony, or the annual fundraiser chains, even furry boots. Discover the looks you’ll for Barrington Children’s Charities. love to wear everywhere when temps head south Travel Lite this winter.

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Italian Designed Artic White Water-Repellent Micro Men in Leather . . . the mind conjures up vivid im- Down Quilted Field Jacket, Leather Backpack. agery of Hollywood’s leading men and the ward-

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118 • Quintessential Barrington | QBarrington.com rebel, explorer or spy—famous roles featuring wearing Yarmak designs. Then, Blush becomes to her namesake company (she and hubby Tom leather jackets include: Biker Style—“The Wild “Not that Innocent!” Utilizing innovative tech- Bugbee are still at the helm). This versatile look One” with Marlon Brando as Johnny Strabler, and niques—sheared, sculpted, grooved, feathered, or is a wardrobe workhorse for day or night wear. “Easy Rider” with Peter Fonda as Wyatt; Bomber knit (as shown) combined with artistic finishing Pair with jeans for casual luxe or toss it on with a Jacket—Harrison Ford as the adventuresome Dr. touches—sparkly embellishments, hand painting, turtleneck, skirt, and tall boots for the annual lun- Indiana Jones dons a well-worn leather jacket; or distinctive trims and hardware makes a Yarmak cheon fashion show hosted by Barrington Junior Baseball style—Daniel Craig’s sleek, less formal design the perfect choice for taking your turn in Women’s Club. Or, simply slip it over a Peach Carr James Bond look in Casino Royale; and in “Top the spotlight. designed cocktail dress for elegant evening glam. Gun” Tom Cruise’s character, Maverick, takes to One fur coat—many ways to style it! the skies and the streets in his aviator jacket. Local leading men, garner your own masculine swagger in a stylish leather vest, blazer, jacket, or car coat.

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The Wrap-up As fall turns to winter with accompanying plum- meting temps, no need to sacrifice style to stay warm. Designers have created an inspired pleth- ora of plush pelts, sporty fine outerwear—that’s cashmeres, shearlings, skiwear, and leather along Monique Lhuillier Designed Natural Silver Fox and with all manner of furry accoutrements for uber Ranch Mink Walking Coat, York Signature Style cold protection and chic street style. Must-have Ranch Mink Envelope Clutch, Peach Carr Designed fur accessories include: super trooper hats, fox Cocktail Dress or mink detachable snap cuffs, tote-ally awesome Helen Yarmak Designed Blush dyed Knit Feathered furry handbags with fuzzy purse charms, and fur Raccoon Walking Coat, Swarovski®Crystal Embel- Mix it Up scarves in an array of colors, styles and fur types. lished Evening Bag. This season, designers opted for “The Combo” in This season, for little essentials to beautiful coats, you just need to Go FUR it! their fur collections! Discover FUNctional fash- At first blush, this light hue reads soft, delicate, ions featuring splendid pairings of sheared and Kathy Rezny is the former president of the As- girly and oh-so-romantic. When award-winning long hair furs; fur trims on leather, cashmere or sociated Fur Industries of Chicagoland; Executive Russian designer Helen Yarmak incorporates shearling; and any combination of materials— Board Member for the Fur Information Council this pretty pastel into her fur collection you must silk, wool, or down—infused in fur or vice versa. of America; and Co-owner of York Furrier, Inc., take another look. Especially when stars like J. Los Angeles based designer, Monique Lhuillier, located in the Elmhurst City Centre and the Deer Lo, , Lady Gaga, and Beyoncé hit the red well-known for her sophisticated couture bridal Park Town Center. Learn more at www.YorkFur. carpet or grace the covers of fashion magazines and evening gowns, has added furs and shearlings com.

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