There's nothing quite like a statement piece when it comes to concocting the perfect outfit! Sometimes it's fun jewelry, occasionally it's bold lipstick, and other times it's a specific item of clothing. When I came across this Kate Spade skirt I was obsessed and I knew exactly how I wanted to style it! I added contrast with all black clothing (besides the skirt of course) and coordinated with the pattern by throwing on gold-toned accents and accessories. …
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 …
Austin Instagram Roundup
I've been sharing a lot of photos on Instagram from my recent trip to Austin, including the various outfits that I wore while I was there. When I was packing, I did my best to put together looks that I could mix and match. I didn't want to overpack! (I'm a serial over packer so this was no mean feat for me, BUT I'm happy to report that my suitcase was underweight both there and back. Which is an accomplishment for me in itself!) I've included links to all of the items in each outfit. …
Austin Travel Guide: Where to Eat, Drink, Shop, & More
I visited Austin, Texas for President's Day Weekend and it was such a blast! I fell in love with the city and the vibe while I was there and I already know that I want to go back and visit again soon! There were so many cool places to explore and I'm sharing a few of my favorites below. Keep on reading for all of my ATX recommendations based on what I did, where I ate, shopped, went out, and took photos! …
March ’18 Playlist
Happy March! Another month has flown by and it's time for a brand new Bowtiful Playlist! …
Snake Booties on Central Ave
As winter wraps up and the first day of spring approaches (March 20th, come faster please!) the weather in Chicago becomes less and less predictable. Just this week we had a day in the high sixties with a day after it that was in the low thirties! With these crazy up and down temperatures layers are key whenever you're walking out the door. …
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! …
“Never Suppress a Generous Thought” Bowtiful Wallpaper
Happy Fri-YAY! I hope you've all had an absolutely wonderful week and that you're ready for a brand new bowtiful wallpaper! This month's wallpaper features the quote "Never suppress a generous thought." …
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 …
February ’18 Playlist
Happy February, friends! January felt like it dragged on for forever, so I am SO excited that it's finally February! The last month or so was filled with some pretty gross and chilly weather and I'm so ready for spring at this point! If you've been following along for a bit then you already know that a new month means a brand new Spotify playlist. This month's playlist is packed with a wide variety of artists and sounds and I'm absolutely loving all of these songs right now! …