It's Great to Be Jake

Jake is adding more to its resume with the opening of its new pop-up concept shops “It's Great to Be Jake,” all about affordable fashion picks for men and women. The “It's Great to Be Jake” collection has been carefully edited down to the perfect combination of apparel and accessories to satisfy any shopping urge. The label line-up includes T by Alexander Wang, Millions of Smiles, Habitual, Benismone, Athe by Vanessa Bruno, Madison Marcus, and so much more. Next to our favorite labels you will discover an assortment of vintage finds, cool gifts, apothecary items, and cheeky books. Shop prices range from $50-$250. It's making shopping fun again with its low prices, careful selections of perfectly fitting apparel, and great gifts. It really must be great to be Jake! Keep on the look out for $20 gift cards when you spend $100 or more at Jake Winnetka and Rush Street locations for the “It's Great to Be Jake” opening on May 15^th. Visit shopjake.com for more details.
-Jackie Medler

Accessories at Jake

Photos by Alyssa Blanchard

Last Thursday, Jake celebrated an amazing array of coveted accessories designers at their brick-and-mortar store on Rush Street. Guests could peruse gorgeous bags by designer Lisa Kingsley and antique handbags by Jill Stone, fine jewelry from Dana Levy and vintage jewels by Arch Vintage, as well as kimono sashes and pillows by Vanessa Penna. www.shopjake.com

Night of Stars

Dennis Basso and MK Pritzker

The Peninsula Chicago was the place to be as Fashion Group International (FGI) honored the super stars at a "Night of Stars". This whimsical event recognized impacting contributors to luxury design consisting of fashion, accessories, home and retail. The honorees of the night were:

Fashion: Dennis Basso

Home: Baker

Fine Jewelry: Judith Ripka

Retail: Jake and The 900 Shops

Now this wasn't just an ordinary award ceremony. The "Night of Stars" was truly a lavish event. Starting with cocktails followed by dinner, the award presentation took place thereafter and concluded with an after party on the Terrace at The Peninsula Chicago.

After a successful night, this event is certainly one to watch out for. With major partners including American Airlines, Elite Model Managment and Ciroc Vodka the sky is the limit.
-Chavo Killingsworth

Amanda Puck, Leah Eisenstein and Samantha Saifer
Lance Lawson and Jim Wetzel
Rachel Kohler, Carole Anne Phillipes, James Nauyok and Lisa Ackerman