We still watch movies. We may not go see them in the theater as much as we used to (today's audience of 23 million per week seems laughable compared to the 90 million the movie palaces were pulling in in the late 1940s), but there are movies everywhere. Proliferating cable channels offering something to fit your mood. Blu-Rays and affordable DVDs for sale at everywhere from grocery stores to Best Buy, for rent at amazing stores we are lucky enough to have, sent to you through through the mail by NetFlix or Greencine, or streamed online via Netflix, Hulu, Apple and Mubi. And we haven't even mentioned YouTube, Vimeo or the many other online sources for video entertainment. more ›

There were some home runs and major strikeouts at last Friday night’s Dress Code, showcasing Chicago fashion design students, but we give everyone an A for effort. Contrary to Thursday evening's safe, and somewhat dull, fashion, this emerging talent isn't afraid to break the mold. While we're not quite sure if covering your body with a sheet is the latest trend, and frankly, garage-chic just isn’t our style. But one thing’s for sure: originality dominated this runway. more ›