Tag: Chicago

Holiday Gifting with Urban Outfitters

*Thank you to Urban Outfitters and Shopstyle for sponsoring this post! Holiday Gifting with Urban Outfitters Urban Outfitters is *the* place for holiday gifting and beyond.  So, I recently bought stuff for my teenage nephew, myself, and even my HOME there. Also, have you seen their mirrors and furniture lately?!  It’s incredible.  I’ve been shopping […]

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Winter Hike Style With Backcountry

*Thanks to Backcountry & ShopStyle for sponsoring this post! There’s a saying we have in the Midwest:  “there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing.”  Because we get some bone-chilling winters, we need to dress the part.  I’m talking snow boots, puffer coats, hats, warm pants–the whole nine yards.  Being homebound with the […]

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classic fall looks

More Classic Fall Looks (From Years Past, Part II)

I love sharing classic fall looks from years past; it helps me feel invigorated and makes me realize that there’s tons of goodness in my closet.  Trust me, I get it–it’s hard to resist the temptation of new fall clothes!  This year, it’s a little different.  As we speak, I am 9 months pregnant and […]

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Classic Style: My No-Fail Combo

I have a clothing combination that never lets down me–ever.  It’s my classic style no-fail and it consists of pieces you probably already own in your closet.   It consists of slim denim, a classic oxford shirt, a neutral coat, and one bright accessory (shoes or bag).  Whenever I’m pressed for time, it never lets me […]

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A Little More Spanx Leggings Inspiration For You

Remember when I came back to you with my tail between my legs about the SPANX faux-leather leggings?  Look, I was WRONG.  I love mine and I’ve worn them a lot since I nabbed them last fall.  But are you lacking inspiration when it comes to wearing your Spanx leggings?  There are so many ways […]

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A New Retailer to Know About: Verishop

 Verishop is one of those ‘new to me’ site that I could NOT believe I had yet to discover.  Chic separates!  Brands I know and love!  New brands that I had never even heard of!  How did I not know of this.  Well, now I do and you can know, too.  Here is the lowdown […]

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going out top in your 30s

An Easy Date Night Look

There’s something about a date night in the city that makes me want to wear a fun, silk, blouse and jeans.  A typical date night for Eric and me happens once a month–sometimes once every other month (I know, I know).  It’s usually spontaneous and we look at each other and are like, “shoot, we […]

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Oversized Scarf + Camel Coat

I was SO into thick, oversized, chunky scarves a few years ago.  I abandoned the oversized scarf briefly because I was obsessed with both vintage and faux fur stoles.  Well, last year I fell back in love with the oversized scarf and I realize that I don’t have to choose between the stoles and the […]

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