Gray skies: bad. Pink pants: good.
SEE
Chicago Looks
What: Street-style documenter and fashion blogger Isa Giallorenzo (along with blogger friends) shows more than 100 photos of Chicagoans who dress to the nines.
Why: Get out of that gloves-and-parka state of mind.
When: Thru Mar. 7. Opening party, Fri., 7-11 p.m. Hours, Sat., 1-5 p.m.; by appt.
Where: Heaven Gallery, 1550 N. Milwaukee Ave., b/t Damen Ave. & Honore St. For more info, e-mail chicagolooks@gmail.com.
DONATE
Bittersweet Bakery Food Drive
What: Score a free vanilla cupcake for every can of nonperishable food you hand over.
Why: Donations sweeten the lives of those served by Lakeview Pantry.
When: Thru Feb. 14. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Central Lakeview Merchants Association, 3355 N. Clark St., at Roscoe St. Info at 773-665-2100.
OM
Yogatude
What: Crow, mermaid, and wheel your way through the new DVD ($20) created by vinyasa yoga instructor Betsy Seligman (of East Bank Club and The Chicago School of Hot Yoga).
Why: It’s a fast-paced, best-of-her-classes routine.
When: You’re up for a challenge.
Where: Online at yogatudechicago.com.
MOVE
The Whistler Friday-Night Dance Party
What: CHIRP radio show DJs throw down everything from indie to soul to hip-hop.
Why: Shake it while sipping an Elk’s Own (Evan Williams bourbon, ruby port, Cynar, lemon, egg white, and walnut liqueur).
When: Fri., 9:30 p.m.
Where: 2421 N. Milwaukee Ave., at Fullerton Ave. (773-227-3530). Admission is free.
RESERVE
Pig and Pinot
What: Executive chef Chris Pandel does a butchering demo before you feast on a four-course, whole-hog dinner ($105).
Why: The pork out is complete with wine pairings from California’s Copain Vineyards.
When: Feb. 8, 7 p.m.
Where: The Bristol, 2152 N. Damen Ave., at Webster Ave. Reservations (required) to 773-862-5555.
Photo: Courtesy of Chicago Looks














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