Marshall Fields was a local department store pioneer who created the holiday window displays that began in Chicago over a century ago. He created theatre sets within each of the seven large windows spanning State Street. Each window tells part of a story. In the past they have had themes including Pinocchio and Harry Potter. This year was 'The Magic of Christmas'. Though a lot of people have been disappointed when Macy's bought out independent Marshall Fields they have not done the windows justice.
Despite the local controversy, with the dreary, cold weather, it's fun to have an outdoor, dog-accessible activity we can all enjoy:
And Miss M....was Miss M.
Also:
Taking your pup on an art walk!
The warm activity that gives Miss M 'Crazy Eyes'
Fall
7 comments:
I used to go to the windows every year with my family!!!! They're so awesome. The first picture here looks like Miss M's best maniacal pooch look. She seems to be plotting...
You guys are so funny with all those layers on, BOL
Benny & Lily
How fun that you took the pups to the Marshall Field's windows (yes, to a Chicagoan it will always be Marshall Fields). I've been getting out every day for walks with my little pup, Riley. We also get out onto the balcony every day - partly for first and last potty of the day (easy to do with a smaller dog) and also Riley loves to watch the world go by - since we live on a busy street she can watch people and pups walk by and the traffic as well. I love how dressed up the pups are in your pics. Riley has a coat but hates it!
Oh, the nostalgia! I used to work at Carson Pirie Scott on State and loved being downtown during the holidays. I was bitterly disappointed when Field's was sold, but I guess everyhting has an end.
I bet the dogs get more attention than the windows! I love their big furball hats:)
Love the coats, A. Where did you find them?
Lovin' the nostalgia, too!
Kerin
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