Second City Style is a high fashion, high energy online magazine for and by stylishly savvy women. Published weekly with daily updates SCS was originally created from hundreds of surveys completed by women just like you, providing invaluable feedback on everything from how to wear the latest accessories to where you can find the hottest trends and so much more.
With current readership now expanding globally, Second City Style recently launched their blog to compliment the magazine and provide readers a resource for up-to-the-hour information.
Published by Editor-in-Chief, Lauren Dimet and Managing Editor, Carol Calacci, Second City Style is a consumer-driven publication. The online magazine content and design are created out of hundreds of surveys from Chicago-area women. This invaluable feedback provides a one-on-one relationship with Chicago women that inform each editorial choice.
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Meet the Second City Style Team
Lauren Dimet Waters, Editor-In-Chief
With an admitted addiction to clothes, Lauren was destined for a career in fashion. Originally attending the Prince Retail Program at Simmons College, Lauren continued her studies at John Hopkins University, where she earned her MBA. While attending school, Lauren, was able to work her way up through the retail industry, eventually becoming a retail marketer. As such, Lauren was on constant demand for her creative and innovative approaches from some of the biggest names in the business.
Lauren recently moved form Chicago to New York where she can keep tabs on the New York fashion industry. It is here, however, at Second City Style, where Lauren looks forward to sharing her experiences and fashionable finds, while creating an environment where women can come and share their insights in today’s hottest trends.
Favorite Designers: Giorgio Armani, Chloe, Isabel Marant, Lanvin, Opening Ceremony and Doo Ri.
Carol Calacci, Managing Editor
Having earned a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts from the University of Illinois, and Accessory Design at the School of the Art Institute, Carol went on to use her creative abilities in designing and selling a chic line of leather handbags, belts and a line of lambskin halter-tops inspired by Tom Ford for Gucci.
As an accomplished graphic artist Carol had opportunities to work as a designer and art director for Chicago advertising agencies and has found success as a principal in the design firm, Parameter Design. At Parameter Design Carol has been able to work with national retail brands such as Target and HartMarx, as well as Chicago-area boutiques. Because of her work with these boutiques, she has become strongly supportive of local businesses.
Favorite Designers: Barbara Bui, Wyeth, Gucci, and Sergio Rossi.
Joanne Molina, Senior Editor, Columnist
As SCS’s lifestyles writer and editor, Joanne is just as likely to cover the Venice Biennale as the latest sofa from Milan. Usually spotted in various shades of black, Joanne’s passion for design can be summed up by visualizing an Armani suit: deceptively simple but finely tailored with a timeless elegance.
Favorite Design House: Yves Saint Laurent
Jacqueline Zenn, Fashion Editor, Columnist
Jacqueline Zenn grew up in the Detroit area and arrived in Chicago by way of South Bend, Indiana. After earning a B.A. in Political Science and English from the University of Notre Dame, she traveled though Europe and North Africa. Her experiences inspired her to forgo her law school plans for something more creative and she chose to focus her talents on fashion and writing.
Fashion Trademarks: High, high heels and animal prints.
Andra Naylor, Fashion Editor, Columnist
The fashionista behind "Shopping with Andra" takes pride in being the first to inform her readers of the latest trends, where to buy them and how to make them work best. Andra is inspired by fashion icons like Audrey Hepburn and Kate Moss, but most importantly by her friends and the people around her every day. Andra lives for a good pair of jeans, is in constant search for the perfect black shirt and never leaves home without the largest of handbags and a WWD tucked under her arm.
Favorite places to shop: Zara, Club Monaco, Nordstrom and Forever21.
Natayle Henry, Beauty Editor, Columnist
With degrees in print journalism and broadcasting, Natayle has written for a variety of local, national and international magazines. Yet, no matter what the industry she has always tried to stay abreast of the best beauty tips and tricks, as well as, the styles of the season.
Favorite Designers: Jack and Rae, Sass and Bide, Marc Jacobs, Gucci, Dolce
Bonnie Brown, Columnist
With only needing one more class before graduating from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, Bonnie decided to forego her English degree and start over. Two years later she is nearing graduation once again studying Fashion Marketing and Management at the Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago where she can fulfill her life long dream of working in the fashion industry.
Fashion Philosophy: “Accessories are key; it’s all in the details."
Emily Huggins, Columnist
A self-proclaimed vintage clothing lover, Emily discovered that she could share her love with everyone by writing the Vintage Vantage column for SCS. She especially adores fashions from the 1920s and 1940s – Art Deco inspired clothing and platform heels are her favorites. Emily’s best vintage find so far? A 1970s Carlos Falchi handbag.
Favorite vintage shops: Ebay, Adorevintage.com, Poshvintage.com
Thomas Kikis, Columnist
Thomas Kikis lives in the East Village in New York City. After graduating Fordham University with a major in Political Science and Creative Writing, he decided to pursue advertising and business, while still focusing on writing and fashion. His creative yet structured approach extends beyond his career and writing: Style icons range from Kanye West to Lapo Elkann and he enjoys the Waverly Inn as much as the waffle-fries from Chik-fil-A.
Always with: Blackberry, Hanes white T-shirts, Dior Homme bear necklace, Helmut Lang sneakers
Gabbie Perez, Columnist
Gabbie is currently living out her dream studying Art History at the American University of Paris, in Paris, France. Born and raised in Texas, Gabbie grew up around fashion (her mother is an independent fashion consultant in Houston) and now living in the fashion capital of the world she hopes to continue her exploration of fashion in Europe. Gabbie looks to both art history and fashion to serve as an outlet for her fascination with aesthetics. After finishing her undergraduate studies Gabbie hopes to move to Chicago.
Fashion style: Rockstar chic.
Ricardo Robles, Contributing Layout Artist
Ricardo is a senior from The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Marketing and Management, and completing his internship at Second City Style. After graduating in June he plans to enter the world of magazine publishing doing layout design. This native Texan believes that true fashion is made by the wearer and not the clothes. His dream job would be to work for a men's fashion magazine.
Favorite quote: "Fashion is made to become unfashionable"
Favorite Women's designers: Oscar de la Renta, Frida Giannini for Gucci
Favorite Men's Designers: Marc Jacobs, Giorgio Armani, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana
Jenn Scott, Columnist
Jenn Scott grew up in rural Oklahoma and always pushed the fashion limits in her small town. During college she began to see the beauty and creativity of fashion and developed a passion for the industry. Soon after college, plans for law school fell into the background as a career in the arts emerged. Her style icons are Jackie O, Audrey Hepburn, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
All-time Favorite pieces: Over-sized bags, incredibly high heels, and perfectly tailored skirts
Rachel Yeomans, Columnist
A love for writing and a dream to live among the crowds and skyscrapers of a big city is what brought Rachel to Chicago. She graduated from Columbia College with a degree in Journalism. Rachel currently reports for an architectural publication as well as freelances for several local and national publications including Groupeez, Music Inc., and the Tribune Media Services.
Fashion Motto: “There’s no such thing as too many shoes."
Emilie Furda, Marketing Intern (and aspiring columnist)
A Chicago native, Emilie earned her bachelor’s degree in communication at the University of Colorado at Boulder, and studied photography and fashion in Florence. Whether it was attending Milan Fashion Week 2006 at 18, or modeling in her own self- produced runway shows as a five-year-old, Emilie was always destined for a career in fashion. After completing an internship at the Merchandise Mart, it became clear that it was going to take a lot of persistence to get out from behind the stage, the steamer, and the garment bags, and land herself a seat on the runway, where she could combine her talent for writing with her love for fashion. As the latest addition to the SCS team, it looks like her persistence is starting to pay off.
Fashion Icon: Hedi Slimane, Favorite Designers: Proenza Schouler, Prada, Luella, and Marni
