The time has finally come to share the last of my photos from the incredible trip I went on to Banff this year. Banff was by far one of the most breathtaking places I've ever visited in my life! Mother Nature is so incredible and this trip gave me an even deeper appreciation for the stunning sights you can find in nature and around every bend you may come across in the road. From the sudden snowfalls to the avalanches we would hear in the mountains to the glass-like surface of Lake Louise, this …
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. …
Comfy & Colorblocked
In Chicago, winter weather is pretty much all over the place. One day it's 40 degrees, the next day it's below zero. You never really know what's coming next! With these crazy, ever-changing temps, one of my go-to outfits in the fall and winter is a big, comfy sweater, jeans, and boots or booties. You can make it cozier by adding a big scarf and hat, or you can prep for warmer weather by wearing a shirt sleeved tee under your sweater for if you get too toasty. I like sweaters that have some more …
Gift Guide: For Her
Looking for the perfect gift for your BFF, sister, girlfriend, favorite coworker, etc? Look no further, this is the gift guide for you! I've compiled a selection of primarily rose toned presents that all fall between $5 and $150, so there's something for every gal on your list! …
Gift Guide: What I’m Wishing for this Christmas
It's the most wonderful time of year and in less than two weeks Santa Claus is coming to town! I'm pretty sure I made it on the "nice" list this year, but only time will tell! ;) For today's post I've compiled a few gifts that I personally would LOVE to receive and I'm sure that these gifts would be a big hit with a lot of ladies! …
Gift Guide: For The Beauty Queen
Happy holidays! In continuing with the general "beauty" theme of this past week of blog posts, I'm excited to bring you the first in this year's series of holiday gift guides! All of these gifts are perfect for the beauty fan in your life and all of them are under $25! …
Getting Holiday Glam with Groupon
With the holidays approaching, it can be stressful to try to fit everything into your busy schedule! One of the things that has a tendency to fall through the cracks for me around this time of year is booking hair and nail appointments for the holidays. Half of the time, I end up waiting until the very last minute and then I have appointments at the oddest times or end up with no appointment at all because everything is already booked! But never fear, Groupon has a new way to make booking your …
3 High-Class Hairstyles for the Holiday Season
I don't know about you guys, but around the holidays my calendar is always jam packed with events and formal affairs with family, friends, coworkers, etc. and I'm constantly looking for new ways to do my hair or upgrade my makeup for these! For today's post, I got to partner with one of my favorite local salons, Goldplaited, to bring you three fun holiday looks that are sure to stop the show at any upcoming events you might have! As someone who works a job during the day on top of having a blog, …