A new year is a new beginning, a time when you can take stock of your priorities and atone for all of those late nights at cocktail bars and hungover mornings. Seize the moment by checking out some of the hottest bands during the Tomorrow Never Knows music festival or spend an afternoon practicing figure eights at a local ice skating rink. Take a break from making resolutions and check out our list of the best January 2016 events, including concerts, theater and art exhibits.
RECOMMENDED: Events calendar for Chicago in 2016
Black-and-white checked, striped, Rorschach and geometric patterns dominated the fall/winter runways during Fashion Week. The mesmerizing combination of light and dark creates an optical illusion that’s both flattering and, well, fun. Prepare to find tons of sneakers, jogger pants, dresses and shirts covered in the unisex print inside the best shops in New York. And we promise your mind is not playing tricks on you—this trend is a serious heavy-hitter this season.
RECOMMENDED: See the fall fashion style guide
