This past Friday, I attended my final Chi Omega formal of my college career... That's just as weird to type as it is to comprehend! As hard as it is to believe, senior year is really starting to come to a close. Carnation Ball was absolutely incredible and I can honestly say that it was one of the very best formal experiences I've had during my time at Loyola. Being surrounded by some of my very best friends, all dressed up and dancing the night away to our favorite songs, made Friday truly the …
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Periwinkle on the Pier
Remember how just a few days ago it felt like Spring in Chicago? Well... It started snowing late last night and there are still flurries falling outside of my window right now. Gotta love Chicago weather, right? What I Wore Land' End Parka - Circle Scarf (similar) - Periwinkle Sweater (No longer available, but here's a similar knit style and similar color.) - Kendra Scott Earrings - Kendra Scott Necklace (Similar style.) - Gold …
Turtleneck & Tiles
Happy Tuesday! On a recent, rainy day one of my blogger buds and I ventured out for a shoot/work date. We headed to the Chicago Cultural Center to take advantage of the gorgeous interior architecture before making our way over to Soho House for drinks and some blogging time. What I Wore Banana Republic Turtleneck - Banana Republic Skirt - ITEM m6 Tights ℅ - B.P. Booties (On Sale!) - Kendra Scott …
Navy Pier Crystal Gardens
Anyone who has visited Chicago has heard of Navy Pier, but not many people are familiar with their "Crystal Gardens." This stunning greenhouse style garden features a fifty foot arched glass ceiling & numerous palm trees. It's like a tropical escape in the middle of the city! What I Wore Lands' End Sweater (similar) - L.L. Bean Vest (No longer available, similar option here.) - J.Crew Jeans - Kendra Scott Earrings - Dainty Necklace - Monogram Necklace (similar) - …
Houndstooth Cardigan
TGIF! Who else is pumped that it's finally Friday? I'm ready for a chill weekend filled with time spent with friends, working on homework and doing some shooting for the blog. On weekends that I'm not working, I love throwing on big cardigans like this one (unfortunately it's no longer available, but here's another cozy one) and sitting down with a cup of coffee or tea to enjoy the morning light in my apartment. There's something incredibly centering about being able to just sit and …
Blogiversary: Bowtiful Life is FIVE!
Five years ago today, I published my very first post here on Bowtiful Life. Today, I'm publishing my 627th!!! If I'm being 100% honest here, I seriously just typed that out and then had to read it out loud to myself. 5 years?!? 627 posts?!? That's crazy! It feels like it was just yesterday that I was sitting in the computer lab in my high school during one of my free periods messing around on blogger, creating the first design layout and drafting my first post. …
Lady Liberty
What I Wore Black Lush Dress (No longer available, similar options here and here) - J.Crew Tights - BP. Black Booties - Kenneth Cole NY Jacket (Option 1) (Option 2) - Kendra Scott Chelsea Necklace, Phara Necklace, Tessa Studs, Naomi Ring & Angela Bracelet - Lip Color: "Bombay" by Buxom …
Rose Gold Sequined NYE 2017
Happy New Year's Eve! There's nothing quite like a bit of bling, rose gold and sequins to kick off the new year! This blazer was a Christmas gift and as soon as I opened it I knew it would be the perfect piece for a NYE look. I paired it with some of my favorite jewelry, some black basics and voilà! What I Wore Rose Gold Sequin Blazer (similar) - Black Tank - Hudson Jeans - Black Patent Heels (similar) - Kendra Scott Necklaces (small pave) (tassel) & Earrings - Rose …
Blanket Scarf in Bucktown
One of the many things that I love about Chicago is the number of murals you can see throughout various neighborhoods. I first saw this wall in Bucktown earlier this fall and I fell in LOVE with it. What I Wore Forever 21 Bodysuit (No longer available. Similar options here, here and here.) - BP. Scarf - Banana Republic Skirt (This similar version is less than $15!) - Mulberry Alexa Bag (Retired, but available secondhand.) - J.Crew Tights - BP. Booties - Nars Lip …
Lincoln Park Pavilion
Can you believe that it's December already? Fall is turning into winter in Chicago and Christmas is right around the corner! I love fall in Chicago, so I'm sad to see it go, but I am also SO excited for some snow. What I Wore LOFT Sweater ℅ thredUp (Get $10 off your thredUp order!) (Similar styles here and here.) - Hudson "Barbara" Jeans - Bow Scarf from Francesca's (similar here) - Vintage Coach Saddle Bag (Updated current version.) - …