BEAUTY & FITNESS
NEW ANATOMY REDEFINED
Focusing on the body as well as the mind, this impeccably designed West Loop studio features a broad range of offerings, including both private and group Pilates classes, sound meditations, healing/reiki sessions, community events, and more. 1241 W. Madison St., 312833-3280; anatomyredefined.com
ATI PHYSICAL THERAPY
From physical therapy to sports medicine, women’s health, home health, and fitness centers, this network of skilled therapists offers a slate of innovative services. 326 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 324, 312-2295271; 600 W. Van Buren St., Ste. 109, 312-268-6050; 939 W. North Ave., 312-951-1952; atipt.com
BARRY’S BOOTCAMP
The international fitness phenomenon brings its full-body workout experience to Chicago with a megastudio in River North—at 7,000 square feet, its largest in the world— and a just-opened location in the heart of Lincoln Park. 9 W. Erie St., 312-202-0840; 1937 N. Halsted St., 773-857-0901; barrysbootcamp.com
BLUE MERCURY
The luxe beauty retailer established by husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Barry and Marla Malcolm Beck has arrived in River North. From premier brands like La Mer and Guerlain to the M-61 Powerful Skincare line (created by Marla herself), this is an essential stop for the best in makeup, scents, bath, and body. 356 N. Clark St.; 2208 N. Halsted St., 773-3276900; 3512 N. Southport Ave., 773-868-1300; bluemercury.com
BROOKLYN BOULDERS
Reach new heights at this 25,000square-foot rock-climbing center in the West Loop, which draws both amateur and veteran enthusiasts of bouldering, auto-belay, rappelling, top-roping, and lead climbing. Yoga classes, a weight room, and a workspace with free Wi-fi round out the offerings. 100 S. Morgan St., 312-2680002; brooklynboulders.com
CHUAN SPA
In the posh Langham Hotel just north of the Chicago River, this premier spa offers a complete menu of treatments, from massages to scrubs and body wraps. For summer, try the Neroli Blossom Sensory Experience, an 80-minute treatment featuring a eucalyptus-infused foot cleansing ritual and a lymphatic dry brush technique followed by a massage. 330 N. Wabash Ave., 312-923-7650; chuanspa.com/chicago
THE CORE METHOD
Founded by Pilates instructor Lily Horowitz in 1998, this fitness boutique has become a North Shore go-to for those who wish to strengthen, tone, and transform the body, with a particular focus on core development for a “total body experience.” 300 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, 847-6827661; coremethodpilates.com
COWSHED SPA
Soho House’s posh, of-the-moment vibe extends to its sleek lobby-level spa, which beckons with five treatment rooms—perfect for signature facials, body wraps, scrubs, and massages— and six mani-pedi chairs.
INSIDER TIP: For a $15 supplement, get a 15-minute scalp massage during any nail treatment—so worth it. 113125 N. Green St., 312-754-6915; cowshed.com/chicago
DR. YATES LIFESTYLE MED
William Yates, MD, provides treatments as wide-ranging as minimally invasive permanent hair restoration and stem cell therapy to slow the effects of aging (and, soon to come, organic facials, eyelash extensions, injectables, and laser facial rejuvenation). 213 N. Stetson Ave.; 565 Lakeview Pkwy., Ste. 108, Vernon Hills, 312-261-0872; dryateslifestylemed.com
LAKE STREET BARBERING CO.
Owners Manny Koop and Ralf
Laboy head up this popular Fulton Market District grooming destination, which draws a diverse clientele for sharp cuts and a collegial, kid-friendly vibe, complete with a backroom pool table. 1010 W. Lake St., 312-2439367; facebook.com/lakestreetbarbers
LEAH CHAVIE SKINCARE BOUTIQUE
In her intimate spa and adjacent boutique, noted skincare professional Leah Chavie offers a range of treatments and services for men, women, and teens, from detoxifying body wraps and signature facials to acne treatments, stem cell therapy, and hair removal. 2457 N. Halsted St., 773-327-7051; leahchavie.com
MARIO TRICOCI
With a staff of expert aestheticians, renowned hair guru Mario Tricoci’s beauty destinations are glamorous one-stop shops for makeup, hair, and luxe spa treatments.
INSIDER TIP: The newly expanded 900 North Michigan Shops location boasts a second-floor loft space perfect for bridal parties and group events. 900 North Michigan Shops; 284 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook; 499 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, 847-202-1900; tricoci.com
NOMI SPA
One of the city’s most luxurious hotels, the Park Hyatt boasts a spa to match. The seventh-floor getaway tempts with treatments such as custom massages and polishes, as well as the exclusive Hydrafacial, which exfoliates, rehydrates, and nourishes the skin. 800 N. Michigan Ave., 7th Fl., 312-3351234; parkhyattchicago.com
RE’LUXE NAIL & SPA BOUTIQUE
This new addition to River North takes nail care to the next level with an unrivaled lineup of posh services, like the Champagne Delight, the Hot Chocolate Escape, and the Peppermint Land Pedi, while dedicated spa rooms offer body waxing, eyebrow tinting, eyelash extensions, and other treatments. 512 N. Franklin St., 312-964-5290; reluxenail spaboutique.com
SEPHORA
Technology and makeup merge at this cosmetics behemoth’s expansive flagship on Michigan
Avenue, which features the debut of the Beauty TIP (Teach, Inspire, Play) Workshop, offering group classes, tutorials galore, and an online retail gallery called the Beauty Board. INSIDER TIP: Discover the exclusiveto-chicago fragrance studio where customers can explore favorite scents and receive a custom fragrance consultation. 605 N. Michigan Ave., 312-649-9343; sephora.com
NEW SOLUX MED/SPA
From advanced facials and peels to micro-needling, Coolsculpting cellulite treatments, Botox, diet and nutrition counseling, and more, this River West medspa offers a comprehensive selection of premier beauty treatments. 777 N. Green St., Fourth Fl., 312-755-0088; soluxmedspa.com
NEW SOULCYCLE
Clear your mind, work your body, and discover why this acclaimed community-based indoor cycling program has swept the nation. Forty-five-minute classes promise intense cardio, a full-body workout, and even core-targeting choreography. Multiple locations; soul-cycle.com
SPA AT DANA
The first spa in the city to offer cryofacial technology, this forwardthinking River North wellness destination, in the Dana Hotel, features a broad range of services, from citrus mimosa mani-pedis to waxing, Swedish and hot stone massages, and even a 24-karat-gold facial. 660 N. State St., 312-202-6040; spaatdana.com
SPOKE & WEAL
Lakeview gets a dose of glam with this new Aveda salon in the historic Belmont Theater, which celebrity hairstylist Jon Reyman and acclaimed colorist Christine Thompson have transformed into a 2,800-square-foot den of beauty, offering a full menu of cut and color services. 1637 W. Belmont Ave., 872-817-7100; spokeandweal.com/chicago
ULTA BEAUTY
Stock up on cosmetics essentials from hundreds of top-shelf brands at this billion-dollar Chicago-based beauty standby. 1107 S. Delano Ct. E., 312-583-0554; 16 S. Halsted St., 312-243-0411; 1000 W. North Ave., 312-664-0230; 1300 N. Ashland Ave., 773-227-7615; 3015 N. Clark St., 773-348-7315; 2754 N. Clybourn Ave., 773-472-6720; 5228 S. Lake Park Ave., 773-947-9066; ulta.com