December 13, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Have weekend, will travel.

BUY
Custom iPod and iPhone Cases
What: Silk-lined leather cases handmade just for you by a NY design studio.
Why: They’re first class.
When: Before they really take off.
Where: Online at absutton.com.

DVF Fashion Emergency Kit
What: Diane von Furstenberg black wrap dress, thong, and garment bag that slip into your purse.
Why: No excess baggage.
When: Wed.-Sat., 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun.-Tues., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: W Hotel City Center, 172 W. Adams St., b/t LaSalle & Wells Sts. (312-917-5789); online at whotelsthestore.com.

NAVIGATE
Luxe World Grand Tour Box
What: Fancy-pants guidebook series packages twelve titles (Paris, Madrid, Dubai, and more).
Why: You’ve got the whole world in your hands.
When: Whenever you trip out.
Where: Online at luxecityguides.com.

SEE
The Untouchable
What: Film about a Parisian actress who travels to India in search of her past.
Why: Touch and go.
When: Thurs., 6:15 & 8 p.m.
Where: Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St., at Randolph St. (312-864-2600).

HEAR
Thrill Jockey 15th Anniversary Shows
What: Label mates (Archer Prewitt, The Fiery Furnaces, Pit er Pat, and many more) rock out over two nights.
Why: Thrill out.
When: Fri. & Sat., 7 p.m.
Where: Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie Blvd., at Logan Blvd. (773-276-3600). Tickets online at ticketweb.com.