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Gym clothes used to be drab, strictly functional garments. But with the recent explosion of women's athletic apparel, it's easier than ever to be sporty chic. Here are seven stylish pieces you can wear to the gym and beyond this summer in Chicago.  H&M Tennis Dress, $29.95 Rock this tennis dress on and off the court. Wear it with a pair of wedge sneakers and be ready to go out. Athleta Striped Serenity Trapeze Tank, $49 Dress like an off-duty model with this draping tank. Pair it with skinny jeans and a moto jacket. Michi Hydra Capri from Carbon38, $175 Sportswear boutique Carbon38 recently made a Chicago appearance at the Goop pop-up. If you didn't get a chance to stop by the shop, fear not. All of their goods are available online. These leggings do color blocking right and would look great with an oversized top. Nike Club Circulo Tank, $45 Pair this graphic tank with the leggings above for a unique, geometric look for the gym or to run errands in style. Alala Bomber Jacket from Carbon38, $225 Stay cool literally and figuratively in this badass mesh bomber jacket. H&M Sports Tank, $24.95 Add some color to your wardrobe with this bright fitted tank, and pair it with a classic black A-line skirt for a fun, feminine look. American Apparel Waffle Mesh Crop Top, $32 Wear this breezy crop top for working out or going out. Pair it with high-waisted jeans or a pencil skirt for an easy everyday look.

May is just around the corner, and before you know it, it'll be Mother's Day. It can be hard shopping for moms because they often already have everything they need, so think of the holiday as a chance to get them something they wouldn't think to get themselves. RECOMMENDED: Things to do on Mother's Day in Chicago Here's a roundup of the best gifts you can find in Chicago this Mothers' Day.  1. Oprah's Chai Tea available at Teavana locations at Water Tower Place, 3428 N Southport Ave. & Old Orchard Shopping Center, $14.95 Teavana and Oprah partnered to create two tasty chai blends, one black tea blend and one herbal blend. Both have hints of cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and cloves and can be enjoyed hot or iced. 2. Queen Mom Mug available at Art Effect in Lincoln Park, $16 Pay your respects with a mug that says it all: "Mom, a title just above queen." 3. Cocovit coconut oil available at Waldorf Astoria's Elysian Spa in Gold Coast and Mud in River North, $25 Coconut oil is trending all over Pinterest right now, and for good reason. This all natural multiple-purpose oil can be used as a moisturizer, makeup remover, hair mask and shaving balm. Chicago-based Cocovit is one of the few truly raw coconut oils on the market, so its quality is superior to anything you'd find at the grocery store and comes in much cuter packaging. 4. Freshwater Pearl Cluster Earrings from Elements in River North, $35 Pearls are an elegant Mother's Day gift. These pearl earrings are lovely, unique a

If you've been in the market for a new pair of glasses or a statement accessory, consider swinging by SEE Eyewear at Water Tower Place this Saturday, April 25, from 2 to 5pm. Mondo Guerra, winner of Lifetime's Project Runway All-Stars, will be showing his latest collaboration with SEE. The new retro-inspired collection includes bold, unisex frames and sunglasses in exclusive colors and materials. You'll be able to meet the designer, shop, and enjoy complimentary bites and libations. Even if you aren't interesting in buying new eyewear, this could be your only chance to have a drink with Mondo.    

Spring is in full swing in Chicago, and choosing what to wear for Chicago's fickle weather season can be tough. Here are five great pieces of clothing to keep your style on point as we transition to summer. 1. Shirt dress <img id="6d8e0ff2-2420-4a23-76fa-8fd11289946f" data-caption="" data-credit="Photograph: Courtesy of Redfin" data-width-class="" type="image/jpeg" total="65295" loaded="65295" src="http://media.timeout.com/images/102380995/image.jpg" class="photo lazy inline"> Bridge & Burn Loren Shirt Dress, $155 at Rocky + Luella in Logan Square One of the most versatile pieces in womenswear is the shirt dress. They can be dressed up or down with belts and jewelry, worn alone on warmer days, or paired with tights and a jacket on cooler ones. This dress is the perfect shade of blue for spring and beyond. 2. Fresh whites <img id="6d8e0ff2-2420-4a23-76fa-8fd11289946f" data-caption="" data-credit="Photograph: Courtesy of Redfin" data-width-class="" type="image/jpeg" total="65295" loaded="65295" src="http://media.timeout.com/images/102381005/image.jpg" class="photo lazy inline"> JOA Honeycomb Sweatshirt, $70 at Rocky + Luella in Logan Square Whites look great year round, but they're especially wonderful and fresh for spring. White sweaters are perfect for spring in Chicago. They're light enough to be worn as we transition towards warmer

From now until the end of March, stop into Saks Fifth Avenue and enjoy bubbles and brunch pairings at Veuve Clicquot's pop-up champagne bar. The pop-up will feature Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label and Rosé. With spring officially here and fresh new merch in stores, it's the perfect time to hit up Michigan Avenue and clink glasses. Shoppers will be able to purchase Yellow Label by-the-glass for $24, half bottles for $52 and full bottles for $108 as well as Rosé by-the-glass for $29 and full bottles for $131. With the purchase of a bottle of Rosé, guests will receive Veuve Clicquot’s latest offering, Say It With Clicquot, a bottle chiller shaped like a traditional megaphone. The pop-up is located on the 7th floor of Saks Fifth Avenue.