My birthday is less than two weeks away and I am SUPER excited for it! I've always loved celebrating my birthday around this time of year because it's finally warming up and the days start to get longer. PLUS flowers start blooming and there's nothing prettier than a fresh patch of brightly colored flowers against a bright blue sky! This year's birthday isn't really anything special number-wise. Last year I got to celebrate by blasting 22 by Taylor Swift and the year before I was able to have …
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Lilly Pulitzer x Pottery Barn Collab
If you know me well at all, then you know that I love Lilly Pulitzer! My freshman and sophomore dorm rooms in college both were decked out in Lilly and it's one of my go-to brands when it comes to special occasions like birthdays and graduations. Lilly Pulitzer just launched a collaboration with Pottery Barn for three of their lines: Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, and Pottery Barn! …
24 St. Patrick’s Day Outfit Ideas
St. Patrick's Day is quickly approaching and in Chicago we take this holiday very seriously. There are so many Irish people (including myself) who live in the Chicagoland area, so we go ALL out! We have a big parade, dye the Chicago River bright green, have parties with friends, drink green beer and Green River soda on bar crawls, eat cornbeef and cabbage (at least my family does), and more. The parade and river dyeing is always held on a Saturday close to St. Patrick's Day and this year it's …
Why I Love My J.Crew Cocoon Coat
Living in Chicago, it's crucial to have a variety of coats for the colder months. Temperatures jump all over the place and weather patterns have a tendency to be unpredictable! Some days it can be negative twenty degrees and then the next day it can be as warm as fifty degrees! I have a decent selection of coats that I wear between mid-October and early April, but my J.Crew Cocoon Coat is by far my favorite! …
24 Dresses & Tops for Valentine’s Day
February is known as the month of love by many, thanks to Valentine's Day (which is in less than 10 days)! Whether you're planning a fun girls' night out to celebrate "Galentine's Day" or if you've got a hot date with your significant other, you've got to be ready to dress to impress. No matter the occasion, there's a look for you in this post! I've compiled twenty-four different dresses and tops in various shades of pink and red that are perfect for any v-day event. I found some fancy cocktail …
Fun Athletic Wear for 2018 Fitness Resolutions
I was at the gym yesterday &, typically, it's not terribly crowded when I go since I tend to work out later at night. But, woah. It's clear that a lot of people have fitness resolutions for 2018! Usually, I don't have to wait for any machines, but last night I had to switch up the order of my workout because all of the ellipticals were taken when I first got there. Now, I feel like I need to be honest here and admit that I don't have the best track record in the world when it comes to going …
Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale – January 2018
It's time for one of Lilly Pulitzer's massive bi-annual sales, the "After Party Sale!" I've always found that the January round of this sale has more product and is usually is a bit easier to shop vs. its August counterpart (formerly referred to as the "End of Summer Sale.") That being said, I prefer to shop this version of the sale and this year's did NOT disappoint! 😍 The wait was not bad at all, there is a TON of product and plenty of sizes available, and the prices seem to be pretty …
Gift Guide: for the Cuddle Bug
It's the most wonderful time of year and the holiday season always has a certain coziness to it! Nothing beats snuggling up in a warm blanket in front of the Christmas tree while sipping on hot chocolate or holiday tea and relaxing with all the people you love. That being said, the 25th is fast-approaching and it's time to check off those last minute gifts on your list! I teamed up with Pottery Barn Teen for today's post to put together a list of gifts that are ideal for this snuggly season. All …
Gift Guide: for Guys
Guys can be especially difficult to shop for around the holidays. Some seem to have absolutely everything while others might be on the pickier side. This gift guide is filled with something for every guy on your list and prices range from $14.99 to $312! …
Gift Guide: for the Hostess
Off to a friend’s or family member’s house for the holidays? Here are some gifts that are sure to wow any hostess and be appreciated beyond the time you spend together. …