Happy Thanksgiving! I hope that you're all enjoying your day and spending time with those you love most, while stuffing your stomachs with plenty of yummy food! I, for one, am so glad that we have a day focused on gratitude and giving thanks during the crazy busy holiday season! With all of the commercial holidays taking over earlier and earlier each year, it's nice to have a reason to stop and focus on all that we already have. In our crazy world, we take so much for granted and Thanksgiving …
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Oatmeal Heather ‘Something Navy’ Sweater at Lake Louise
I'm so excited to finally start sharing all of my photos from Banff today on the blog! This post was the very first outfit that I shot while I was in Banff and these photos were taken in the morning at Lake Louise. On this day, it was relatively cloudy so it was hard to fully appreciate the blue tones and reflecting quality that Lake Louise is known for. (But, don't worry, we went back again the next day and got to get some "classic" Lake Louise pictures. Those photos will be up soon and they …
Shades of Blush
I've always loved the color pink, but as I've gotten older bubblegum pink doesn't quite suit my taste anymore. My passion for pink got a bit of a refresh in high school when I fell in love with the color blush. That was some time around 2010 and ever since, I've been adding bits of blush to my closet almost every time I shop. Blush pink, specifically "rose quartz" was one of the Pantone colors of the year for 2016 and it's still going strong! …
Leather Skirt & Drusy Details
Is anyone else having a case of the Mondays today? I feel like I've been in a fog all day! My friend Allie and I shot this look recently and it was honestly a total confidence boost for me. We were walking around to shoot and I felt so city chic! I've never really been into the whole leather clothes trend... Bags yes, but skirts and leggings, not so much. I tried out this leather Rebecca Minkoff skirt to play around with styling it and I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved it! …
Floral for Fall
"Florals, for spring? Groundbreaking." If any of you are fans of The Devil Wear's Prada then you'll probably recognize that quote. (If not, take a peek at the video at the bottom of this post, because you're missing out!) It's true that florals are typically much more popular during the springtime, however, that doesn't mean you can't rock them in other seasons! …
Red Valentino Ruffles
This statement will come as no surprise to those of you who have been following Bowtiful Life for a while now, but ruffles are one of my favorite kinds of embellishment on clothing! They add a feminine touch to any look and when they're partnered with an edgier accessory or pair of shoes they create the perfect mix of sweet and sassy. …
Transitioning Your Summer Wardrobe into Fall
October in Chicago is always a toss up. Sometimes, we'll get chilly winds and snow. Other times, we'll get unseasonably warm fall weather... (Sometimes it's even in the seventies like it's been for the past few days!) With this constantly fluctuating range of temperatures, transitioning a wardrobe from summer to fall can be a bit difficult. …
Cranberry Kate Spade Dress
Fall color palettes are always one of my favorites each year. There's always some variation of burgundy or maroon that has such a richness to it and reminds me of the changing colors of the leaves. That being said, as soon as I found this gorgeous cranberry-toned Kate Spade dress I was obsessed! …
Finding The Perfect LBD – 3 Key Qualities to Look For
Almost every fashionista has one staple basic in common in their closet no matter what sort of style they have. Some are "boho chic", others are classified as "preppy," where as some have a slightly "grungy" yet city edge to them. The classic little black dress (lbd) is a well-known staple in any wardrobe and is the perfect piece to transition from day to night. What I Wore Black Ruffle Sleeve Dress - Slate Statement Necklace - Dainty Pave Necklace - David Yurman Bracelet - …
Blush Ruffles & Flamingos
One of my favorite things about Chicago is that there's always something new to see! Sometimes it's a new restaurant or coffee shop that pops up on a corner, other times it's a cute little local boutique that you discover on a side street you've never walked down. Occasionally, if you're lucky, you can come across cool new (or new to you) art painted on various walls and buildings throughout the city. I love stumbling across and scouting out murals in unsuspecting places throughout Chicago and …