Underwater-Inspired Kids' Mermaid Fun at 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS In Downtown Chicago July 19-28th

“Underwater Wonders” 

AWAITS VISITORS TO 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS 

ONCE AGAIN THIS SUMMER

Friday, July 19 – Sunday, July 28

Photos by Ben Ramos

Ocean-themed art projects * Interactive and imaginative journeys * Ocean conservation * Fishtail braids * Fish scale face painting * Seashell sugar cookies * Splits of bubbly * Keepsake photos with a real-life mermaid


Additional activities include:

Bubbles Academy will feature a pop-up offering ocean-themed art projects, and an imaginary adventure across the sea, complete with props, costumes and songs! For more information, and to register for classes visit
Educational information on ocean conservation, and a chance to become an adopted, “child of the sea” by Blue Ring

Mario Tricoci will be offering complimentary fishtail braiding, and fish scale, face painting

Adorable seashell sugar cookies compliments of Aster Hall

Bellina Caetano will be showcasing their new summer collection, which includes some of the same, beaded jewelry the mermaid will be wearing

Sweet Star champagne splits by Chandon USA


WHAT:           
900 North Michigan Shops has partnered with Bubbles Academy, Mario Tricoci,    Aster Hall, Bellina Caetano, Chandon USA, and ocean conservation group, Blue  Ring, to produce an underwater-inspired oasis of enchantment and engagement  for mermaids and sailors of all ages. 

Starting Friday, July 19th, visitors can tuck into the iconic shopping center to do everything from visiting with a real-life mermaid in a dreamy, Instagrammable setting, to participating in ocean-themed art projects, and learning about ocean conservation. Kids can even commit to becoming an, “adopted child of the sea”, and receive a free pendant made of plastic to remind them to keep recycled waterways clear of pollutants. The mostly free activation runs from Friday, July 19th to Sunday, July 28th, and is open Monday through Saturday from 10AM-2PM, and Sunday from 12PM-4PM.   

                                                                                                                                        
Activities to include:

Bubbles Academy pop-up will feature ocean-themed art projects like decorating a treasure chest, or making flowery, mermaid crowns, and an imaginary adventure across the sea complete with props, costumes and songs! For more information, and to register for classes visit http://www.bubblesacademy.com/bubbles-at-900/ 
Educational information on ocean conservation, and a chance to become an adopted, “child of the sea” by Blue Ring
Photos and visits with an enchanting, real-life mermaid, courtesy of 900 North Michigan Shops  

Bellina Caetano will be showcasing their new summer collection, which includes some of the same, beaded jewelry the mermaid will be wearing
Fishtail braid bar, and fish scale, face painting by Mario Tricoci
Sweet Star champagne splits by Chandon USA
Adorable seashell sugar cookies courtesy of Aster Hall


WHERE:         
All activities will take place on Level 2 of 900 North Michigan Shops

WHEN:           
Friday, July 19th through Sunday, July 28th, 2019
Mondays through Saturdays, 10AM-2PM, and Sundays from 12PM-4PM.

      
The following activities are free and open to the public:

Explore the ocean-themed Bubbles Academy space
Educational information on ocean conservation
Become an adopted, “child of the sea” – participants receive a blue charm necklace made of recycled plastic found in the ocean
Visits and selfies with the mermaid  
Viewing of the new, Bellina Caetano summer jewelry collection
Fishtail braid bar
Fish scale, face painting
Seashell cookies


The following activities have fees associated:

Bubbles Academy
Mermaid & Pirate Adventure - $25
Treasure Chest Decorating or Mermaid Flower Crown - $10
Chandon Sweet Star champagne splits - $17
Bellina Caetano jewelry – each item priced individually
Pricing for photos with the mermaid are as follows, with a portion of proceeds benefiting ocean conservation non-profit Blue Ring:
$30 (2) 5x7
$40 digital download
$45 for (2) 5x7 and digital download
Visit shop900.com for complete details on the underwater-inspired experience.


ABOUT 900   
An iconic anchor of the Magnificent Mile, 900 North Michigan Shops is a 465,000-square-foot,
seven-level experiential retail destination in the heart of Chicago. The property is in the midst of
a multi-phase renovation designed to further elevate and enhance the guest experience.
Anchored by Bloomingdale’s, 900 North Michigan Shops features more than 70 luxe retailers
including a two-level Gucci, MaxMara, and Aritzia, and recently opened Aster Hall - a 22,000
square-foot, chef driven food hall.

Jockey Goes Beyond Tighty Whities With A Fun Bras & Blowouts Event #sponsored #JockeyBra

A Night To Get Fit and Get Fit

Disclosure: It was my great pleasure to be invited to a private press event by Jockey, and I have been compensated for spreading the word about their line of bras. As always, all opinions are my own.

Back in they day, if you'd said Jockey to me, I would have instantly envisioned a rider on a race horse or boy briefs... tighty whities (maybe both simultaneously). A few years back I was invited to a Jockey Blogger Brunch and left with a much broader perspective on their excellent, expanded line of underwear, and a fun little key chain I still love to torment my kids with. It's a tiny, green pair of Y front briefs that my tween & teen find mortifying, which I think is hilarious. 

Jockey hasn't just gotten more colorful (or smaller) over the years. They've branched out into bras and beyond. This is one of the most comfortable bras I've ever worn, actually. And they take the time to custom fit real human beings, not just super models, with a wide range of cup sizes and accurate band measurements! This is the sweet style I chose and I've been wearing it a LOT since it arrived in the mail late last week. 

Jockey® Classic Foam Cup with 3-D Flex Support $60.00

photo credit: Jockey®

Generally I have a love/hate relationship with bras (I love to hate them). They dig in, and I can't wait to whip them off as soon as I'm out of the public eye. So I tend to buy strapless ones, so I can make my escape easier, and those unyielding underwires are more painful than others, so I hate them more and take them off faster... and so it goes. A vicious circle of bra torture. Now I've finally found a comfortable, attractive bra I'm not desperate to ditch. Thank YOU, Jockey®! Truly.

If you follow ChiIL Mama on Instagram, Twitter, and/or Facebook, you already got a bit of a real time sneak peek into our Bras & Blowouts evening. Indeed I did let my hair down and have some fun, thanks to JOCKEY bra. It was a hoot to be invited to their exclusive Bras & Blowouts event at The Dailey Method Chicago on June 26. It was truly a night to get fit and get fit.

As a special guest, I was treated to a complimentary bra fitting and custom JOCKEY bra ($60 value), fun 30-minute Dailey Method barre class, a blowout courtesy of Mario Tricoci Hair Salon & Day Spa, and an amazing swag bag.

Thanks a zillion to Gloria from Mario Tricoci Hair Salons & Day Spas. You are a rock star! 

She did a beautiful blow out and she even combed out my horrid little dreadlock underneath, at the nape of my neck. Very impressive! 

I went for the Blowout, but loads bloggers opted for a polish change instead. We've been to a number of press events with Mario Tricoci over the years and I've always been uber impressed with their professionalism, and their great results!

We also enjoyed tasty treats at the #JockeyBra Bras and Blowouts press event!! Thanks again to The Dailey Method for hosting.

About The Dailey Method

Founded on kinesiology and core alignment principles, The Dailey Method is a full body workout that combines ballet barre work, core conditioning, yoga and orthopedic exercises designed to strengthen, tone, and lengthen the entire body to produce quick physical results and balance in the body.

About JOCKEY bra

Research shows that 85% of women are wearing the wrong sized bra. Jockey is changing everything with a new way to measure for a bra, and a new bra itself! Jockey’s patented Volumetric Fit system measures actual three dimensional breast volume. Designed by women, for women, it’s the first and only way to measure your breast and shape for a fit that feels like it was custom made just for you! To read more on JOCKEY bra, visit jockeybra.com.

If you're tired of the tyranny of terrible bras, try JOCKEY bras on for size. I'm glad I did! 

Disclosure: Once again, it was my great pleasure to be invited to a private press event by Jockey, and I have been compensated for spreading the word about their line of bras. As always, all opinions are my own.