When I travel, I'm typically a bit of an over-packer and I've always struggled with only bringing as much as necessary with me. In the past few years I've gotten SO much better at lightening my load when I pack, but I usually still end up with a few random things that I realize I didn't really need to bring with me. Especially when it comes to important trips, I have a tendency go overboard specifically on the amount of clothing that I bring with me. However, for my recent trip to New York …
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Romping Around – A-List Greek Giveaway
Happy Friday, lovelies! It's official. My finals are all done and my summer has started! To celebrate, I'm teaming up with A-List Greek to host a fun giveaway for all of you. What I Wore A-List Greek Bar Necklace, Stacking Rings and Bangle ℅ - Charlotte Russe Romper - Jack Rogers Sandals - Kendra Scott Earrings - Timex Watch ℅ - H&M Sunglasses I absolutely love sentimental and dainty jewelry, so these stamped bar necklaces from A-List Greek are the perfect mixture of …
Spring into Summer
It may only be April, but on Sunday and Monday it felt like summer here in Chicago! Yesterday, the temperatures went back to being a bit lower, but that little taste of summer this weekend was such a nice treat! What I Wore Forever 21 Dress (similar) - Jack Rogers Sandals - Kendra Scott Earrings, Cuff and Necklace - J.Crew Bow Clip (similar) - Personalized from Me to You Monogram Necklace - Timex Watch ℅ - Vintage Signet Ring (similar) - Mulberry Bag My mom and I …
Chi Omega Spring Formal ’16
My sorority, Chi Omega, recently held our spring formal and I brought my friend Margot as my date! The DJ was fantastic, the food was great and my birthday was at midnight. Needless to say, it was a busy weekend! What We Wore Megan: Lush Dress (Similar) - BCBGeneration Heels (Similar) - Kendra Scott Necklace, Cuff and Earrings - Vintage Signet Ring Margot: Express Dress - Kendra Scott Necklace - Heels (Similar) Margot and I first met during our freshman year of college. …
Coachella H&M Squad Goals
It may be snowing in Chicago (It's April, what gives?!?), but plenty of people have Coachella 2016 on the brain since it starts in Indio, CA next week! What We Wore (Listed R to L) Katie: H&M Loves Coachella Jacket and Top ℅ - Kendra Scott Earrings (ON SALE!) - PacSun Jeans - Gorjana Necklace - 90s Style Choker Megan: H&M Loves Coachella Romper ℅ - Kendra Scott Bangles, Earrings, Necklace, Rings (ON SALE!), and Cuff - BP. Booties Marina: H&M Loves …
Peacock & Pillars
It's finally feeling like spring in Chicago! It seems like it's been forever since I've been able to do a photo shoot outside without my fingers getting a bit numb, so these higher temperatures are a very welcome change for me. The whole process of shooting in almost freezing (and occasionally below freezing) temperatures isn't quite as cheery as the photos typically end up looking. Just ask my friend Alex! She's seen me on many a freezing shoot... it's actually pretty funny to watch. We shot …
Oak Street Afternoon
Happy Leap Day! I hope you all had a relaxing weekend and that you're enjoying your extra day today. (I mean, it only comes once every four years!) I constantly find myself wishing that there were a few more hours in the day, so I'm especially grateful for a whole twenty-four! My friend Alex and I were hanging out downtown this weekend and ended up shooting on Oak Street, one of my favorite areas in all of Chicago. I've really been loving these earring that I'm wearing in today's post, and you …
Gold Coast Sunset
What I Wore Ann Taylor Top - Lands' End Cashmere Scarf (similar) - Flounce Skirt (This smilar style is on sale from J.Crew Factory) - J.Crew Tights - Tory Burch "Reva" Flats - Kendra Scott Necklace, Earrings & Bangles - Marc by Marc Jacobs Crossbody (similar) - Skagen Watch - Guerlain Lipstick in "Gladys" - Vintage Signet Ring - Essie "Fiji" Nail Polish - SHOP THE POST - I hope you have an absolutely wonderful week! …
Four Years Later
On this day, four years ago, I published my first post on Bowtiful Life and I became a blogger! What I Wore J.Crew Sweater (Similar.) - Hudson Jeans (Same style, different finish & different style, same finish) - Kate Spade Purse (There's a similar one available here.) - BP. Booties - Vintage Burberry Scarf (Here's a more current version.) - Chanel Earrings - Kendra Scott necklace If you had turned to me and told me, when I was just a junior in high school, that …
Rosy Cheeks & Winter Winds
What I Wore Express Sweater (This one is on sale!) - Necessary Clothing Scarf c/o (There's a similar scarf from Etsy for only $25!) - Personalized from Me to You Monogram Necklace - American Apparel Denim Skirt c/o - Kendra Scott Ring, Earrings, & Charm - Heirloom Signet Ring (Moon & Lola sells a similar one.) - Kate Spade Quilted Bag (Similar) - BP. Booties (I'm in love with these so much that I just ordered them in a second color!) - J.Crew Tights This year in …