Black Women's Expo

We had a blast at this year's Black Women's Expo in Chicago! This year we featured partner stylist, Dorothea Jackson as our platform artist. Check out photos from the show below! 

Check our Chicago Featured Stylist Starr Knight!

Starr Project Studio:
 Our mission is to empower clients by providing the highest level of service and exceeding expectations. We add value to our services, delivering a customized personal experience that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.
 
Starr Knight is the combination of relentless energy, passion, and artistic expression. Believing in her vision to create a space that reaffirms the inner beauty of all women, The Starr Project Studio was created; A place where the essence of each woman is reflected in a truly unique personal hairstyling experience.
 
She is an accomplished and highly sought after celebrity stylist who specializes in Natural Hair & Premium Extensions while maintaining the integrity of client’s natural hair. She studied at the world renowned Pivot-Point International.

List of international and national venues worked includes:

• Soft Sheen Carson My Style, My Way Tour (2009)

• Her Crown and Glory Charity Event (2009) with celebrity stylist, Nicole Mangrum

• New York Fashion Week (Costello Fashion Show Fall 2013)

• Oxygen Channel Bad Girls Club Chicago Season 12 (2013-2014) styled Loren & Blu
 
Starr’s Specialties:
Installations, Cutting, Bobs and Natural Hair Care
 
Starr’s Motto:
"Your inner star can be achieved when the impossible is challenged."
 
Favorite Indique Product:
Starr loves Deep Wave from the BOUNCE Collection.
 
Celebrity Hair Icon:
Ursula Stephen, Kiyah Wright and Oscar James
 
Contact Info:
tel.: 773.454.1065

Star Studded Hair

Visit our Chicago boutique this month to get a referral to our amazing Featured Partner Stylist Starr Knight. Starr is a celebrity hairstylist that specializes in extension installations, natural hair care and hair cutting. She has done hair for New York Fashion Week runway shows, reality television personalities and our very own Indique staff members. Ms.Knight studied at the world renowned Pivot-Point International and has also been mentored by, Michelle Obama's hairstylist, Nicole Mangrum. Starr Knight will give you a Starr* studded look all while caring for your natural hair and maintaining a high level of professionalism.
Visit Starr's Website to see her work: www.styleseat.com/starrknight

Explore the Windy City

Chicago has a great list of options for daytime and nightlife entertainment whether you're with family, friends or going on a date.
 

1. Navy Pier
This place has a beautiful view of Lake Michigan. Explore outdoors during the warm months and stay indoors in the winter. Navy Pier is the one-stop place to shop, dine, view live entertainment, watch movies, ride on a boat or a Ferris wheel, see fireworks and let your kids experience some of the most awesome play and activity centers.

2. Chicago Bulls basketball game
Going to a Bulls game is always an exciting thing to do in the city. The aroma of pizza and popcorn fills the arena with a delicious smell. The bright lights and energy from the crowd will put an instant smile on your face. Root on the home team and grub on all of the junk food you can eat at this sporting event.

3. Endless restaurant options
Chicago is known for having some of the best restaurants. Experience the extensive list of eateries while you're in the city. Chicago style deep dish pizza is a must have.
 

4. Nightclubs, bars and lounges
The downtown area and north side of the city are packed with all types of bars, nightclubs and lounges. Whether you want to dance all night, join your friends for karaoke or sip your favorite beverage in a dim lit room with a good mix of people, Chicago nightlife will satisfy your needs.
 

5. Museums
Go see beautiful sculptures at the Art Institute of Chicago or take a family trip to the Museum of Science and Industry (they have the most exciting and interactive exhibits). You could also visit Chicago's popular Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium or any of the other museums in the city.

New Year's Eve 2014--Chicago

Spending your NYE in Chicago? Lucky you! Having a good time will be easy to accomplish in the windy city. Check out the following link to find the perfect event to fit your mood. There will be plenty of hotel parties, galas, concerts and even a firework display at the Navy Pier.  http://chicagonye.com/wordpress/

Travel: Top 3 Most Checked In Places

Can you guess the top 3 places that travelers checked in this year via Facebook?  We couldn't either so check them out below:

1. Los Angeles International Airport

2. Facebook Palo Alto

3. Chicago O’Hare International Airport
Hmmm...We wonder if Chicago has something to do with the new Indique Boutique!  

Top 5 Things to Do in Chicago

While were sure visiting our Indique Chicago Boutique is at the top of any girls to-do list we have come up with a couple other places you may want to check out while visiting the great windy city!

1)Brown Elephant Resale Shop-Located on the North Side a vintage shoppers dream.  The consignment shop offers some great high end and low end finds!

2)Lutina Continental Cafe- A great french inspired romantic cafe to take your significant other to enjoy an intimate atmosphere and great company.

3)Record Breakers-Located in the South Loop this extensive record store houses some of the greatest vinyl.  If you are a music lover this place is a must go! 

4)The Shrine a hip-hop concert venue and nightclub frequented by Questlove,       producer and drummer for The Roots. Great music and a great atmosphere to get lost in.

5) Sidekicks- Not your typical karaoke bar, Sidekicks offers a vintage feel with great friendly staff and amazing good ole American inspired food.  The greatest part is you can receive a tape of your performance via VHS at the end of the night!

Join the Team: Boston + Chicago

Chicago, Indique is coming to your city! Check out how to join the Indique team below!