2017 was such an incredible year for me and I’m so grateful for all of the amazing experiences I had! Seriously, so much happened this year! I graduated from college, I started my first full-time job, met some of the coolest people, created memories with friends (both old and new), & lived life to the fullest! Here’s a recap of my 2017 including favorite blog posts, some of the cool companies I got to work with, personal milestones, fun trips, & more!
January
Favorite Blog Post: My Greek Life Experience – A Senior’s Perspective
I discovered one of my new favorite brunch spots: The Lobby
Bowtiful Life turned FIVE!
February
Favorite Blog Post: 3 Arts Club Cafe
I got to work with COVERGIRL!
March
Favorite Blog Post: Carnation Ball 2017
I celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in downtown Chicago (in below freezing temps) like the CHIrish girl I am.
April
Favorite Blog Post: Feelin’ 22 – Bowtiful Bday Brunch
My Grand Littles got initiated & became Chi Omegas!
May
Favorite Blog Post: To My Freshman Self
I graduated from Loyola University Chicago’s School of Communications as a part of the Class of 2017!
June
Favorite Blog Post: National Wear Your Lilly Day 2017 (While shooting I made friends with a very friendly squirrel.)
I visited Cape Cod & Boston with my family.
I met my friend Annie’s new fur baby, Charlie!
July
Favorite Blog Post: Video: East Coast Adventure
August
Favorite Blog Post: Judah Baker Windmill
I got to be a part of rewardStyle’s City Tour Event for Chicago!
I attended Shore Club Chicago’s Grand Opening.
September
Favorite Blog Post: Finding the Perfect LBD – 3 Key Qualities to Look For
I met one of my favorite NYC-based bloggers and got to celebrate the launch of her new collection with Nordstrom!
October
Favorite Blog Post: Friday Five 10.06.17
My new logo and site design went live!
I attended Poshfest 2017 with RXBAR!
November
Favorite Blog Post: Oatmeal Heather ‘Something Navy’ Sweater at Lake Louise
I partnered with Olive Garden!
I traveled to Banff in Alberta Canada!
December
Favorite Blog Post: Comfy & Colorblocked
I worked with Groupon!
I worked with Pottery Barn Teen!
I hope you all had an amazing 2017 and that 2018 is an absolutely incredible year for each and every one of you! What were some of your “greatest hits” of 2017?
