Lincoln Park: History Hiding in Plain Sight
A 19th-century public cemetery evolved into a living archive of Chicago’s civic past. Filmmaker Kristin N. Smith uncovers the overlooked narratives embedded in the park’s landscape.
A 19th-century public cemetery evolved into a living archive of Chicago’s civic past. Filmmaker Kristin N. Smith uncovers the overlooked narratives embedded in the park’s landscape.
A Lake Forest firefighter realizes her dream by stepping onto Olympic ice as a hockey referee.
YouTube creator Markiplier's debut feature film adapts the cult horror game into a claustrophobic thriller that earned $18 million on a $3 million budget.
A glimpse into the life and inspirations of Linda Heister—fashion, friendship, and the beauty of a 100-year-old Indiana home filled with rescued treasures.
From Paris fleuristes to the Côte d'Azur, the golden yellow mimosa flower brings winter sun and celebrates the oncoming of spring in France.
From the Winter Olympics to jazz centennials, theater week to Black History Month—a guide to Chicago's milestones and celebrations this February.
Browse all four Chicago Magazine–inspired design examples in one place, with quick descriptions and links.
A warm, timeless design inspired by legacy print editorial style.
The full Classic Editorial warmth with larger type, higher contrast, and a single-column focus — designed for effortless, extended reading.
A contemporary take on the editorial classic — updated typography and refined spacing for the modern magazine reader, without losing the warmth.
The editorial DNA goes digital-native — single-column focus, modern sans-serif body text, and a cooler palette for the next generation of Classic Chicago readers.
Example A refined to its highest expression — the same palette and fonts, but with print-magazine precision in spacing, ornament, and typographic detail.
A pared-back approach that lets photography and headlines breathe.
Strong color, large type, and dramatic imagery for maximum visual impact.
Rich dark backgrounds with gold and cream accents for a sophisticated feel.