Style

Cassie Dean of Lowell, a fashion student at The Savannah College of Art and Design last spring, had a piece from her collection featured in a prominent fashion magazine.

Local businesses abound in Grand Rapids, so much so, it can be hard to know exactly where to go to find what you are looking for.

A new shop specializing in bridesmaid dresses has arrived in West Michigan.

The world of creativity has far-reaching, sometimes unexpected outlets and while what comes to mind when imagining the design scene might not be your own face, that’s exactly what the lash and brow industry brings to a thriving Grand Rapids scene.

You’re not selfish to wish that instead of traveling all over town to your favorite boutiques, they collectively came to you.

A retailer of “timeless style” is about to open its first store in Grand Rapids.

A Michigan workwear retailer has opened a store in town.

Get creative with pastels this season and rock this style.

European Wax Center has opened its first West Michigan location.

A local entrepreneur has launched a line of “cruelty-free, vegan lip glosses” geared toward young girls.

A world-class bridal boutique has announced the opening of its new Grand Rapids store.

The boutiques of Hudsonville want to help you say adios to summer.

It never fails. You compliment someone on their clothing and when you hear them say the word vintage, there’s always that sting.

A West Michigan maker of footwear and apparel is hosting a major warehouse sale.

Braving Michigan winters is a feat in itself, but coming up with outfits that keep you warm and look good? That’s a totally different game.

Winter will soon be over (no, really) but right now you hate everything in your closet. We get that. Crushing on spring style is only natural this time of year as we hope she graces us with warm breezes, green grass and open-toed shoes. Check out what a few local boutiques have to get you ready for the season.

Michigan’s shifts in season are incredibly unpredictable and while I’m not quite ready to store away my swimsuit and sandals, the weather has demanded I frantically pull out some of my fall/winter wardrobe.

While others designing their dream home envision open floor plans, vaulted ceilings and that longed-for room designated solely for their hobby, landscape designer Amy Squires did her dreaming a little differently: her perfect home began with planning landscapes and gardens, with the home built around them.

When I heard about a young Grand Rapids woman who liked to make her own clothing, I never imagined the level of creativity or...

Wedding bells will be ringing next month.