Fa-La-La Fabulous Holiday Giveaway #9: "Art of Paella" at Mercat a la Planxa

Tapas Trippin' in Barcelona

If taking a whirlwind culinary tour across Spain is on your bucket list but not in the budget (your private banker has you on financial lockdown) then take a Catalonian detour to Chicago's famed Mercat a la Planxa where you will learn the art of preparing perfect paella from renowned Chef De Cuisine, Cory Morris. Best part? No fiscal fallout.

Giveaway #9: "Art of Paella" at Mercat a la Planxa. Includes a paella cooking demo by Chef De Cuisine Cory Morris and paella tasting for 4 guests (Monday-Sunday; lunch only)

To enter:

1. On Twitter, follow Luxe File Chicago (@LuxeFileChicago) and Mercat a la Planxa (@MercatChicago) AND answer this giveaway question using hashtag #falalafabulous: "Where is your favorite worldwide dining destination?"

Terms & Conditions:

1. Introduction: Luxe File Chicago's "Fa-La-La Fabulous" Giveaway Series - Giveaway #9: Mercat a la Planxa. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

2. Eligibility: The Giveaway is open to Chicago residents only and winner must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of entry. Entrant must be following “Luxe File Chicago” and “Mercat a la Planxa” on Twitter to be considered.

Mercat a la Planxa

3. Giveaway Period: The Giveaway begins at 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time (“CST”) on Thursday, December 27, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Saturday, December 29, 2012.

4. Winning: After 11:59 p.m. CST on Saturday, December 29, 2012, one (1) winner will be randomly selected by Luxe File Chicago. Winner will be notified by Luxe File Chicago (via Twitter). If a potential winner is unreachable for [24] hours after the first attempt to contact such winner, Luxe File Chicago may award the Prize to an alternate entrant. Winner will be required to provide name, mailing address, and telephone number. Prize will be mailed to the Winner.

5. Prize: One (1) winner will be awarded an "Art of Paella" cooking demonstration & paella tasting for four (4) guests at Mercat a la Planxa. Luxe File Chicago will not be responsible for any loss, liability or damage arising out of the winner’s acceptance or use of the prize. Prizes are not transferable. No cash or substitutions of prizes may be made. No alternative prize or other substitution is permitted. Tip/gratuity is the sole responsibility of the Winner.

One-On-One: Five Things You Need To Know About Cory Morris

Chicago is home to some of the world's most iconic restaurants. Which one is your favorite?
The Purple Pig is my hands-down, favorite restaurant in the city. The food isn’t fussy and it is always great. I usually try to go at least one to two times a month.

What is the most challenging aspect of being Mercat's Chef de Cuisine?

It can be challenging in the fact that we just keep getting busier and busier every year. We have been open for almost five years now and were focusing on changing the menu as much as possible but still keeping our signature dishes.

When you're not serving up Catalan cuisine in the kitchen, where would we find you?

I really enjoy going to the gym and rock climbing.

If your life was made into a movie, which actor would play you?

I can relate to the movie, Dinner Rush, and I would be played by Edoardo Ballerini. If you haven’t seen it yet, order it on Netflix. You will not be disappointed.

How will you be celebrating the holidays?

I will be up in Milwaukee celebrating the holidays with my girlfriend’s family. It is going to be really weird to not be working for the holidays so I plan on bringing a few things to cook for everyone.

Fa-La-La Fabulous Holiday Giveaway #8: "Get Fit Quick" Package at Fitness Formula Clubs

That hot neighbor you’ve been flirting with has cornered you in the elevator to ask you out. You’ve got the perfect black dress and now you need to get tight and toned fast. Enter Fitness Formula Clubs. With over nine Chicago locations you can create a personalized fitness regime perfect for your level and busy, new romance schedule.

Giveaway #8: "Get Fit Quick" Package at Fitness Formula Clubs includes eight weeks of unlimited fitness training and three yoga sessions and a lifetime of serious well-being

To enter:

1. On Twitter, follow Luxe File Chicago (@LuxeFileChicago) and Fitness Formula Clubs (@fitness_formula) AND answer this giveaway question using hashtag #falalafabulous: "How do you stay fit during the holidays?"

Terms & Conditions:

1. Introduction: Luxe File Chicago's "Fa-La-La Fabulous" Giveaway Series - Giveaway #8: Fitness Formula Clubs. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

2. Eligibility: The Giveaway is open to Chicago residents only and winner must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of entry. Entrant must be following “Luxe File Chicago” and “Fitness Formula Clubs” on Twitter to be considered.

Fitness Formula Clubs - 10 S. Clinton Street

3. Giveaway Period: The Giveaway begins at 10:00 a.m. Central Standard Time (“CST”) on Monday, December 24, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, December 26, 2012.

4. Winning: After 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, December 24, 2012, one (1) winner will be randomly selected by Luxe File Chicago. Winner will be notified by Luxe File Chicago (via Twitter). If a potential winner is unreachable for [24] hours after the first attempt to contact such winner, Luxe File Chicago may award the Prize to an alternate entrant. Winner will be required to provide name, mailing address, and telephone number. Prize will be mailed to the Winner.

5. Prize: One (1) winner will be awarded a "complimentary two-month membership card with three yoga sessions” at Fitness Formula Clubs. Luxe File Chicago will not be responsible for any loss, liability or damage arising out of the winner’s acceptance or use of the prize. Prizes are not transferable. No cash or substitutions of prizes may be made. No alternative prize or other substitution is permitted.

Fa-La-La Fabulous Holiday Giveaway #7: Dinner for Two at Girl & the Goat

Top Chef Season 4 winner and 

Girl & the Goat's Stephanie Izard

It's safe to say you're Top Chef's BIGGEST fan. You live for Quickfire Challenges and can call the winner of every "Restaurant Wars". You have even named your French Bulldog pup, Padma. (Your boyfriend thought that was "really hot".)

Hey, Padma!

All fan appreciation aside, how cool would it be to get wined and dined at Girl & the Goat by your favorite Top Chef winner, Stephanie Izard? You could mock-judge her masterfully prepared comfort food all night and not once be asked to "please pack your knives and go". Priceless.

Giveaway #7: Dinner for Two at Girl & the Goat

To enter:
1. On Twitter, follow Luxe File Chicago (@LuxeFileChicago) and Girl & the Goat (@goatquotes) AND answer this giveaway question using hashtag #falalafabulous: "Who would be your ultimate dinner companion?"

Terms & Conditions:
1. Introduction: Luxe File Chicago's "Fa-La-La Fabulous" Giveaway Series - Giveaway #7: Girl & the Goat. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

2. Eligibility: The Giveaway is open to Chicago residents only and winner must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of entry. Entrant must be following “Luxe File Chicago” and “Girl & the Goat” on Twitter to be considered.

Girl & the Goat

3. Giveaway Period: The Giveaway begins at 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time (“CST”) on Saturday, December 22, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Monday, December 24, 2012.

4. Winning: After 11:59 p.m. CST on Monday, December 24, 2012, one (1) winner will be randomly selected by Luxe File Chicago. Winner will be notified by Luxe File Chicago (via Twitter). If a potential winner is unreachable for [24] hours after the first attempt to contact such winner, Luxe File Chicago may award the Prize to an alternate entrant. Winner will be required to provide name, mailing address, and telephone number. Prize will be mailed to the Winner.

5. Prize: One (1) winner will be awarded a “$150 dining gift card” at Girl and the Goat. Luxe File Chicago will not be responsible for any loss, liability or damage arising out of the winner’s acceptance or use of the prize. Prizes are not transferable. No cash or substitutions of prizes may be made. No alternative prize or other substitution is permitted. Tip/Gratuity is the sole responsibility of the Winner.

Fa-La-La Fabulous Holiday Giveaway #6: "Get Glowing" Package at Golden Girl Chicago

Temps are dropping, your bikini is on winter hiatus, and that "of-course-I'm-happy-to-be-single!" Valentine's Day getaway to the Bahamas feels like years away. So much for getting tan lines anytime soon. Don't fret. In the time it takes to say, "Betty White", Jenn Dieas and Aime Miller of Golden Girl Chicago can get you gorgeous and glowing again. Who loves ya, baby?

Giveaway #6: "Get Glowing" Package at Golden Girl Chicago includes a customized spray tan, haircut and brow wax

To enter:

1. On Twitter, follow Luxe File Chicago (@LuxeFileChicago) and Golden Girl Chicago/Jenn Dieas (@Goldengirlchi) AND answer this giveaway question using hashtag #falalafabulous: "Where is your favorite travel destination?"

Terms & Conditions:

1. Introduction: Luxe File Chicago's "Fa-La-La Fabulous" Giveaway Series - Giveaway #6: Golden Girl Chicago. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

2. Eligibility: The Giveaway is open to Chicago residents only and winner must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of entry. Entrant must be following “Luxe File Chicago” and “Golden Girl Chicago” on Twitter to be considered.

3. Giveaway Period: The Giveaway begins at 10:00 a.m. Central Standard Time (“CST”) on Wednesday, December 19, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, December 21, 2012.

4. Winning: After 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, December 21, 2012, one (1) winner will be randomly selected by Luxe File Chicago. Winner will be notified by Luxe File Chicago (via Twitter). If a potential winner is unreachable for [24] hours after the first attempt to contact such winner, Luxe File Chicago may award the Prize to an alternate entrant. Winner will be required to provide name, mailing address, and telephone number. Prize will be mailed to the Winner.

5. Prize: One (1) winner will be awarded a  "gift card” at Golden Girls Chicago. Luxe File Chicago will not be responsible for any loss, liability or damage arising out of the winner’s acceptance or use of the prize. Prizes are not transferable. No cash or substitutions of prizes may be made. No alternative prize or other substitution is permitted. Tip/Gratuity is the sole responsibility of the Winner.

Golden Girl Chicago's Aime Miller (left)

and Jenn Dieas

One-On-One: Five Things You Need To Know About Jenn Dieas and Aime Miller

We love our Golden Girl spray tan! How do we keep our fabulous, faux glow going? Exfoliating is not allowed so shave infrequently and keep skin moisturized. Take short lukewarm showers and wash with a mild pH-balanced cleanser.

Streaky, orange-hued skin is not a good look on anybody. What are your tips for achieving an always-flattering, natural-looking sunless tan? Prior to your appointment, use an oil-free scrub or peel to exfoliate your skin. Pay particular attention to your knees and elbows (which tend to absorb more tanner and turn dark), as well as neck, chest, shins, and face (where the skin is thinner and streaks show up). Avoid wearing makeup and moisturizers on the day of your appointment as they can act as a barrier to the spray and stop the color from developing properly.

What do you like to do when you're not turning your clients into beach babes? We’re girls so we love to shop and are always on the hunt for new treasures. Traveling to new cities and trying out their beauty services gives us so much inspiration.

Spill it! What products would we find in your makeup bags? MAC’s face flash highlighter is a must for a dewy look and Amika Oil is amazing for defrizzing hair on the go.

Describe your signature style. Anything comfy. We are super-relaxed, bohemian chicks.

Fa-La-La Fabulous Holiday Giveaway #5: Dinner for Two at Frankie's Scaloppine

When it comes to romance, a weekend at the Sybarus sounds like a good call. However your lady still hasn’t forgiven you for inviting the Hugabulls to her last birthday party. Give her what she really wants – cozying up next to you at one of the Gold Coast's most popular Italian restaurants – then reap the rewards of being a sensitive bloke. You can turn back into Fred Flintstone tomorrow.

Giveaway #5: Dinner for Two at Frankie’s Scaloppine

To enter:

1. On Twitter, follow Luxe File Chicago (@LuxeFileChicago) and Frankie’s Scaloppine (@Frankies5th) AND answer this giveaway question using hashtag #falalafabulous: "What is your favorite holiday dessert?"

Terms & Conditions:

1. Introduction: Luxe File Chicago's "Fa-La-La Fabulous" Giveaway Series - Giveaway #5: Frankie’s Scaloppine. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

2. Eligibility: The Giveaway is open to Chicago residents only and winner must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of entry. Entrant must be following “Luxe File Chicago” and “Frankie’s Scaloppine” on Twitter to be considered.

3. Giveaway Period: The Giveaway begins at 10:30 a.m. Central Standard Time (“CST”) on Monday, December 17, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, December 19, 2012.

Frankie's Scaloppine

4. Winning: After 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, December 19, 2012, one (1) winner will be randomly selected by Luxe File Chicago. Winner will be notified by Luxe File Chicago (via Twitter). If a potential winner is unreachable for [24] hours after the first attempt to contact such winner, Luxe File Chicago may award the Prize to an alternate entrant. Winner will be required to provide name, mailing address, and telephone number. Prize will be mailed to the Winner.

5. Prize: One (1) winner will be awarded a “$150 dining gift card” at Frankie’s Scaloppine. Luxe File Chicago will not be responsible for any loss, liability or damage arising out of the winner’s acceptance or use of the prize. Prizes are not transferable. No cash or substitutions of prizes may be made. No alternative prize or other substitution is permitted. Tip/Gratuity is the sole responsibility of the Winner.

One-on-One: 5 Things You Need To Know About Chris Favero

Title: Executive Chef/Partner

What inspired the restaurant's name, Frankie's Scaloppine?

It's a combination of my middle name and our love for scaloppini dishes. 

Now that you're happily settled and the pressure is off, what dish are you dying to make your new in-laws? 

Introducing them to my family's traditional Piedmontese cooking. I haven't slipped them any dandelion or chicory root yet, but they have had my polenta.

You're like the Tony Hawk of Chicago's culinary community. How did your love for skateboarding and extreme sports begin? 

Like many of us, my passion began as a kid. I have been skateboarding over 35 years and snow- boarding for 30 years. For me, there is nothing like standing on a  mountain top with your best friends and family, looking down the run with its fields of powder, waiting for you to 

slay it.

What's your favorite food mash-up? 

On Sunday mornings I like to go to Rubi’s at the old Maxwell Street Market. They have a wicked steak, grilled onion and Swiss quesadilla. It’s the best!

What's the secret to your success? 

My dad’s motto was "hard work mixed with love". It's our family tradition.

Fa-La-La Fabulous Holiday Giveaway #4: Personal Illustration by Rosemary Fanti

Rosemary Fanti

Roger Duncan. Hayden Williams. David Downtown. If you know who these famous sketch kings are, you get a gold star. But our vote for Best Female Illustrationist goes to the queen of ink, Rosemary Fanti, whose fashion illustrations of blushing brides and glamorous socialites will inspire you to unleash that inner supermodel of yours. #puckerup

Giveaway #4: Personal illustration drawn by Rosemary Fanti

To enter: 

1. On Twitter, follow Luxe File Chicago (@LuxeFileChicago) and Rosemary Fanti (@sssavory) AND answer this giveaway question using hastag #falalafabulous: "What's your signature characteristic?"

Terms & Conditions:

1. Introduction: Luxe File Chicago's "Fa-La-La Fabulous" Giveaway Series - Giveaway #4: Rosemary Fanti. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

2. Eligibility: The Giveaway is open to Chicago residents only and winner must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of entry. Entrant must be following “Luxe File Chicago” and “Rosemary Fanti” on Twitter to be considered.

Who's That Girl: Fanti's portrait of

ChiCityFashion's Jena Gambaccini

3. Giveaway Period: The Giveaway begins at 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time ("CST") on Wednesday, December 12, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, December 14, 2012.

4. Winning: After 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, December 14, 2012, one (1) winner will be randomly selected by Luxe File Chicago. Winner will be notified by Luxe File Chicago (via Twitter). If a potential winner is unreachable for [24] hours after the first attempt to contact such winner, Luxe File Chicago may award the Prize to an alternate entrant. Winner will be required to provide name, mailing address, and telephone number. Prize will be mailed to the Winner.

5. Prize: One (1) winner will be awarded a “personal illustration" drawn by Rosemary Fanti. One model per illustration. Luxe File Chicago will not be responsible for any loss, liability or damage arising out of the winner’s acceptance or use of the prize. Prizes are not transferable. No cash or substitutions of prizes may be made. No alternative prize or other substitution is permitted.

One-On-One: Five Things You Need To Know About Rosemary Fanti

Celebrity or Chicagoan you would like to illustrate. Diane von Furstenberg would be very interesting to illustrate. I have been a fan for years of this iconic woman of style.

You are The Sartorialist of fashion illustration. Describe the best and worst part of your job. The best part is capturing a fashion moment of a fabulous person with an original illustration. I don’t enjoy business paperwork.

Where you go to recharge and get inspired. Barneys New York. Also, sketching fascinating people in the hotel lobby of the Peninsula Chicago or The Drake is very “creatively therapeutic” for me.

How you will be celebrating the holidays. Hosting some holiday parties for family and friends. And cooking, which I love.

2013 is hovering on the horizon. List the NYE resolutions you will be making and breaking. I am resolving to exercise more. I also fear this may be a resolution I'll end up breaking!

Photo Credit:  

Photo of Rosemary Fanti courtesy of Ashley Hamm Photography

Illustration of Jena Gambaccini courtesy of Rosemary Fanti

Photo of Rosemary Fanti courtesy of Steve Starr 

Fa-La-La Fabulous Holiday Giveaway #3: Brunch at Nellcôte

If catching up with your BFFs over sublime lobster hash and a bottle of bubbly at one of the city’s most fashionable watering holes is on your To Do list, then this giveaway is definitely for you.

Giveaway #3: $50 gift card for Weekend Brunch at Nellcôte

To enter: 

1. On Twitter, follow Luxe File Chicago (@LuxeFileChicago) and Nellcôte (@Nellcote833) AND answer this giveaway question using hashtag #falalafabulous: "What's your favorite brunch item?"

Terms & Conditions:

1. Introduction: Luxe File Chicago's "Fa-La-La Fabulous" Giveaway Series - Giveaway #3: Nellcôte. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

2. Eligibility: The Giveaway is open to Chicago residents only and winner must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of entry. Entrant must be following “Luxe File Chicago” and “Nellcôte” on Twitter to be considered.

3. Giveaway Period: The Giveaway begins at 1:30 p.m. Central Standard Time (“CST”) on Monday, December 10, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, December 12, 2012.

Lobster Hash a la Heaven

4. Winning: After 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, December 12, 2012, one (1) winner will be randomly selected by Luxe File Chicago. Winner will be notified by Luxe File Chicago (via Twitter). If a potential winner is unreachable for [24] hours after the first attempt to contact such winner, Luxe File Chicago may award the Prize to an alternate entrant. Winner will be required to provide name, mailing address, and telephone number. Prize will be mailed to the Winner.

5. Prize: One (1) winner will be awarded a “$50 dining gift card" at Nellcôte. Luxe File Chicago will not be responsible for any loss, liability or damage arising out of the winner’s acceptance or use of the prize. Prizes are not transferable. No cash or substitutions of prizes may be made. No alternative prize or other substitution is permitted. Tip/Gratuity is the sole responsibility of the Winner.

Shoot Me: A Behind-the-Camera Interview with The Sartorialist's Scott Schuman

The Sartorialist's Scott Schuman

When Luxe File Chicago learned that The Sartorialist's Scott Schuman would be hitting town to promote his second pictorial tome, The Sartorialist: Closer, we immediately emailed his publicist to schedule an interview. After a flurry of correspondence, we scored a cell number and a coveted spot on his busy book tour schedule - sandwiched between dinner in his hotel room and a sold-out speaking engagement at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago.

The Sartorialist: Closer

Fast forward to the interview. What began on a farcical note - seven calls to his cell phone, two failed voicemail attempts (we learned his voicemail hadn't been set up yet), an emergency plea to his publicist, then two more follow-up phone calls - ended in a Eureka! moment when we heard Scott's voice on the other end of the line. Moral of the story: diligence truly pays off.

Here, the celebrated photographer and Indiana native talks about fashion, photography, and the key to living luxuriously.

Your new pictorial tome, The Sartorialist: Closer looks deeper at human style around the world. How else does this book differ from your first book, The Sartorialist?

In the second book, the people and locations are different and there are more close portraits. Even the way I shoot is more diverse.

 Schuman captures a pretty subject in Milan

NYC is a beloved backdrop for you. What other cities inspire you photographically?

I really love Milan, Italy. If it’s 2012 here, it’s 1952 there. There’s an old-school elegance. Not done in a cheesy retro way, just in the manners and how people behave. There’s an old school romance about the city. I really enjoy it there. It’s my second home.

What characteristics do you look for in a subject?

I look at the person, their clothes and the setting. It’s about creating an image I feel is going to help people dream a little bit. I think that’s the most important thing at the end of the day.

How do you plan your day when it comes to shooting photographs? Is it regimented or purely organic?

In the last five weeks I’ve been to Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Costa Rica, New York, and Chicago. When you travel that much you can’t be regimented. You have to be very patient, humble, and go with the flow. It’s putting yourself out there like a leaf and letting yourself float.

How do you select a new city? Does it call to you?

The city isn’t as important as what it has to offer, whether something interesting or different.

The Sartorialist's Instagram post: 

"So happy to be back in Chicago, 

the city of so many of my first loves." 

G-d bless Wikipedia! We learned that you’re a Midwestern boy from Indiana. Were you excited to get back to Chicago?

I grew up in Indiana and have been to Chicago a lot. I have great memories of this city. In many ways, it’s very nice to come back. In other ways, it’s tough because it’s never the same as when you had that first love of it.

Any places you had to hit while in Chicago?

Most of the places that had really inspired me, like Ultimo and Rizzoli Bookstore, are gone so it’s about discovering new things. I like walking around the city, remembering the places I’ve been to at different times in my life and seeing how life has evolved from when I was standing in that same spot. 

Schuman attends a breakfast reception 

at Coach in Chicago

 

Your photos are the epitome of well-groomed style. What is your fashion philosophy?

It’s more about the true elements of design and less about labels. Like today, I am very happy with my outfit: an elegant green coat, grey gloves, and a beautiful scarf. I like mixing up a beautiful palette with different shades of colors. Also, I’m shooting outside all the time so I invest in a lot of outerwear.

Are we going to see you rocking an Adidas tracksuit anytime soon?

Actually, I wear a lot of Nike. I just bought a Nike windbreaker, which was part of a collaboration they did with [Japanese fashion designer] Jun Takahashi. It’s an athletic windbreaker but the print is so beautiful there’s no way I’m going to wear it running. Maybe I’ll wear it under a tweed coat, the combination of the printed nylon with tweed wool could be cool.

Jun Takahashi X Nike Gyakusou 

Collection Fall 2012

Celebrity or city dweller you’d like to photograph?

It’s not really the person but the mystery. That’s what keeps you moving forward. Being so focused on a particular person or thing takes your eye off of the surprise of what life can offer.

What is your secret to taking beautiful photos?

You have to be in the right mood and you should never feel the pressure of shooting something you don’t really believe in. The secret is having enough integrity and patience to wait until you feel it’s a good picture.

If you weren’t a photographer what profession would you pick?

A chef. My life as a street photographer can be crazy and unpredictable so the idea of being a professional chef – from knowing what you’re going to cook to exactly how many ingredients you’re going to need - seems very romantic.

Like Father, Like Daughter: Isabel taking 

photos during a shoot for Piccoli Magazine

If you were in a romantic mood, what dish would you prepare to impress someone?

If you ever ate my food you’d know there is NO impressing anyone! This is the food I learned how to make to feed my two little girls, my family.

The kind of food that makes you grow up big and strong.   

Exactly! 

Most treasured possession?

We have a very nice art and photography collection. I love to look at them for inspiration. 

Model Man: Schuman stars in 
Gap's Fall 2008 Ad Campaign

Your accomplishments read like a bucket list: world famous blogger, fashion photographer, Gap model, and book author. What’s next on the horizon?

We’re working on a new project. We haven’t announced it yet so I can’t say what it is but it kicks the blog to the next level. The people I've talked to think it’s going to be pretty cool.

When will the project launch? 

Hopefully in the next couple of months. For the most part, it’s staying to true to what I do. I look at someone like [photographer] Bill Cunningham and think it’s great he’s been doing this for like 40 years. I don’t have any dreams of doing a designer collection. I don’t want a TV show. I would just like to go out and spend every day shooting and talking about fashion and style and the things I see when I’m shooting on the street. That’s all I want - to continue on this vein and to keep it evolving so that it stays fresh.

New York Photographer, Bill Cunningham 

Luxe File Chicago has dedicated its blog to the "love of living luxuriously". Finish this sentence, "When it comes to living luxuriously, always..."

Always know what you want.

Click HERE to purchase your copy of The Sartorialist: Closer.

Can't get enough of The Sartorialist? Check out 

Intel Visual Life's "day-in-the-life" short film of Scott Schuman below, directed by Tyler Manson. #beinspired

Photo Credits:

Photo of Scott Schuman courtesy of Mirkin

Photo of Scott Schuman at Coach courtesy of Justin Barbin
Photo of Scott Schuman for Gap courtesy of Mikael Jansson
Photo of Bill Cunningham courtesy of Scott Schuman

Written by Kerry & Sally Shorr