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Culture / Autumn/Fall 2025

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Editor’s Letter — Autumn/Fall 2025

Each season, we try to answer a question through art. This time, it is a question of balance— what does grace look like in…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

October 24, 2025Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Spring 2025

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Editor’s Letter — Spring 2025

Welcome to the Connoisseurs Issue of Félix Magazine—a thoughtful curation of stories that explore the many languages of artistry, expression, and human intention.

Photography: Alissa Pagels

March 27, 2025Read the story

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Culture / Autumn 2024

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Editor’s Letter — Autumn 2024

Welcome to this issue of Félix Magazine, a curated celebration of storytelling and artistry that captures the essence of human experience. Within these pages,…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

January 16, 2025Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Winter/Spring 2024

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Editor’s Letter — Winter/Spring 2024

It is with genuine pleasure that I introduce the latest edition of Felix Magazine, brimming with captivating narratives, intellectually stimulating insights, and enriching journeys.…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

April 23, 2024Read the story

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Culture / Beauty & Wellness Issue

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Editor’s Letter — Spring 2023

In November 1863 President Abraham Lincoln reminded the people of his era that “government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

May 24, 2023Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Fall 2022

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Editor’s Letter — Fall 2022

This issue is lively, colorful, fashionable and full of new articles we know you, our readers, will enjoy.

Photography: Alissa Pagels

December 3, 2022Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Summer 2022

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Editor’s Letter — Summer 2022

Welcome to our new issue! As always, you’ll find striking photography, art and fashion images. You’ll find personal interviews with actress Alysia Reiner who…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

July 21, 2022Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Spring 2022

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Editor’s Letter — Spring 2022

In this internationally flavored Spring issue of Felix, we call your attention to just a few of the articles awaiting our readers in these…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

April 30, 2022Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / In This Issue

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Editor’s Letter

“Nothing will ever be the same” is Covid’s Mantra, but actually some things will be the same. That is the way we step forward,…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

October 22, 2021Read the story

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People / The Winter Issue

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Britney Young

GLOW’s rising star

Photography: Alissa Pagels

January 27, 2019Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / The Winter Issue

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Editor’s Letter — Winter 2018–19

As California began celebrating the election’s Blue Wave our state was aflame in horrendous wildfires. Young California kids dancing away an evening at a…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

January 27, 2019Read the story

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Culture / Editor’s Letter — Spring 2018

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Editor’s Letter — Spring 2018

While our world recoils at the violence and hate erupting in so many places the beauty and bounty of spring can provide respite. As…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

November 13, 2018Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Winter 2017/18

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Editor’s Letter — Winter 2017/18

Ayear ago I addressed you from Washington D.C. where I marched in the First Women’s March. As I write this letter I’m relishing the…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

January 24, 2018Read the story

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Fashion / The Winter Issue

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Pure Radiance: Ecco Bella

Ecco Bella is a natural and holistic line that carries all the latest makeup and skincare trends! When you wear Ecco Bella, you know…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

January 24, 2018Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

People / The Winter Issue

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Marisol Nichols: Talented, Graceful and Committed to Life

Athree-time American Latino Media Arts (ALMA) Award nominee, Marisol Nichols, is back on primetime television in CW’s Riverdale. The series is based on characters…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

January 24, 2018Read the story

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Culture / Editor’s Letter — Summer/Autumn 2017

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Editor’s Letter — Summer/Autumn 2017

The Felix Editorial staff invites you to explore this, our Diversity Issue. We are diverse geographically and culturally with articles from London and Africa,…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

November 2, 2017Read the story

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People / Summer/Autumn 2017

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Timon Kyle Durrett

It’s not every day a 12-year-old books his first gig as an extra on a film nominated for eleven academy awards starring Oprah Winfrey,…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

November 2, 2017Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Spring 2017

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Editor’s Letter — Spring 2017

Our Spring issue of Felix Magazine is a study in contrasts. We invite you to savor the fashion photo spread from Spring Fashion Week…

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June 11, 2017Read the story

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Culture / Philanthropy Issue

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Building Bridges

In difficult times, it may be easy for young people to think there is no way up, no way out, no way to distinguish…

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June 11, 2017Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Winter 2017

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Editor’s Letter — Winter 2017

On the weekend our Winter Issue was being readied to go live, our nation witnessed the peaceful transfer of power from one administration to…

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January 30, 2017Read the story

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People / The Power Issue

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Shea Vaughn: SheaNetics

To Vince Vaughn the actor, producer and screenwriter behind numerous Hollywood hits, Shea Vaughn is known simply as Mom. To the health and fitness…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

January 30, 2017Read the story

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People / The Power Issue

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Matt Sarafa: Edgy in Capital Letters

At first glance Matt Sarafa appears to be the typical college 19-year-old. Although this student sports a Kylie Jenner Caliber Matte lip with a…

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January 30, 2017Read the story

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Living

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A Sommelier’s Tasteful Passion

Sommelier Ryan Arnold shares his expertise on all things wine at EMA restaurant in River North. A native Chicagoan, Arnold was pursuing a career…

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January 30, 2017Read the story

Photography: Alissa Pagels

Culture / Editor’s Letter — Summer/Autumn 2016

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Editor’s Letter — Summer/Autumn 2016

Our Summer Issue introduces you to Belinda Chang, a world famous Sommelier right here in Chicago. You can read profiles of actors Joe Morton…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

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People / Summer/Autumn 2016

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The Art of the Interview with Carly Steel

The interviewer’s job is to ask the right questions to get the public aware of something important. The subject’s role is to say the…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

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People / Summer/Autumn 2016

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Adina Porter: Becoming a Household Name

It’s the morning after the Oscars and an excited Adina Porter is returning her slinky black and white designer gown and taking an interview…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

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People / Summer/Autumn 2016

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Wil Traval: Jessica Jones Hero

His current starring role as Will Sampson on the Netflix superhero drama series “Jessica Jones” has now brought him well- earned recognition here in…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

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People / Summer/Autumn 2016

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Meredith O’Connor

Meredith O’Connor is an international teen pop star, but from her native home in New York, that’s not what’s on her mind. Instead, she…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

Photography: Monique Carboni

People / Summer/Autumn 2016

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Joe Morton: An Actor’s Actor

Actor Joe Morton’s portrayal of Rowan Pope on ABC’s political drama “Scandal” won him an Emmy in 20l4. Morton’s Pope is certainly a villain…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

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Living / Summer/Autumn 2016

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Belinda Chang Takes Wine Down-to-Earth

Customers are drawn to the smart and sophisticated Maple & Ash Restaurant here in Chicago; in good part because of Belinda Chang, their James…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

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Impact

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Former Aparecio Scholar Shares Her Perspective: As Excitement Builds for the Next Quarterly Women’s Leadership Series

In nearly three months, the next in the series, featuring women in interactive media, will be held at 1871 in Chicago on October 14th.…

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September 8, 2016Read the story

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Fashion / Spring 2016

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Hasana: Fire & Ice

What we wear under our clothes may be just as important as outerwear. The latest Hasana ready-to-wear women’s look book focuses on the most…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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Impact / Spring 2016

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Recap: 14 Under 45 — 2015

Lawrence Brown, director of economic empowerment for the YWCA, was just one of our insightful panelist speakers for The Apareció Foundation’s 14 Under 45…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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Living

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Chef Tim Graham: Making the Kitchen his Community

What would you do with Pickapeppa Sauce, yogurt, honey, onions and bacon? No, this isn’t an episode of Chopped. It’s what Chef Tim Graham…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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Culture

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The Royal Concept

If you’re looking for upbeat songs that you can dance to with wild abandon, look no further than the Swedish quartet The Royal Concept.…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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Culture

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K Camp In Concert

K Camp recently performed at Concord Hall last November performing some of his hit songs Cut Her Off, Slum Anthem, and Money Baby. He…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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People / In This Issue

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It Girl: Jadyn Douglas of NBC’s ‘Telenovela

To describe Jadyn Douglas, rising star of NBC’s ‘Telenovela’ in three words is a difficult challenge as her dynamism is hard to capture but…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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Culture / In This Issue

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Force of Nature: Christina Wren on Her Upcoming Role In the Sequel ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’

Christina Wren is an actress, a writer, a producer and an undeniable force to be reckoned with. She is a bona fide globetrotter, making…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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People / In This Issue

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Isidora Goreshter: Balanced and Gifted

Elaine Madsen: The Gallagher family is kind of the poster child for dysfunction isn’t it? Isidora Goreshter: I would agree! One hundred percent. There…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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Living

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Celeste Announces New Team

Supper clubs are abound in the city, but Celeste takes the concept to a new level. Celeste is a multi-level supper club and cocktail…

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May 3, 2016Read the story

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Impact

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14 Under 45: Christine Griffith

Christine Griffith, Time Out Sales Manager, was a participant of Aparecio’s 14 Under 45 panel, which included some of the top professionals in Chicago.…

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August 6, 2015Read the story

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14 Under 45: Jill Hinrichs

Jill Hinrichs, career coach, found Aparecio’s 14 Under 45 networking event to be absolutely necessary for the development our youth’s future. “Mentorship is essential…

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August 6, 2015Read the story

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Impact

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14 Under 45: Jamie Czelusniak

Jamie Czelusniak, Camuto Group designer art director, offered to share her knowledge and experience to the guests of Aparecio’s 14 Under 45 event. “I wanted…

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August 6, 2015Read the story

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Impact

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14 Under 45: Dima Elissa

Dima Elissa, VisMed 3D chief executive officer, is also an Apareció board member, helped co-moderate the 14 Under 45 networking event. Elissa aided to…

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July 17, 2015Read the story

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Impact

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14 Under 45: Kate Liebelt

Kate Liebelt, Deloitte chief of staff and health care provider consultant, shared why The Apareció Foundation’s mission encouraged her to be a panelist at…

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July 17, 2015Read the story

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14 Under 45: Lawrence Brown

Lawrence Brown, director of economic empowerment for the YWCA, was just one of our insightful panelist speakers for The Apareció Foundation’s 14 Under 45…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

July 17, 2015Read the story

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Impact

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14 Under 45: Courtney VanLonkhuyzen

Courtney VanLonkhuyzen kicked-off the 14 Under 45 Speaker Series by key-noting the event on Thursday, June 18th, at Blackfinn Ameripub. She was one of…

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July 17, 2015Read the story

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Impact

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The Apareció Foundation’s Un-Dinner Party

Last month, on June 18th, The Apareció Foundation presented the 14 Under 45 Speaker Series, an “un-dinner” party. The event gave high school students…

Photography: Alissa Pagels

July 17, 2015Read the story

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