I visited Restoration Hardware's 3 Arts Club Cafe in the Gold Coast recently with one of my blogger buddies, Ashlee, and I think it's quite possible that I've found a new favorite Chicago brunch spot. The service was great, the food was incredible and the location was absolutely GORGEOUS! …
Wisdom Wednesday: You Should Go & Love Yourself
Happy post-Valentine's Day, y'all! Today is one of the best days of the year because candy and chocolate are on sale pretty much everywhere you go. So, go ahead and treat yourself! Now, I never thought that I'd be quoting this person in a Wisdom Wednesday post, but... to quote Justin Bieber, "You should go & love yourself." You may be thinking, "Megan, why on earth are you quoting 'Love Yourself' today?" (Besides the fact that it is a really great song, of …
Valentine’s Gifts For Three Types of Friends
It's almost that time of year, Valentine's Day! Some love it and some dread it, but regardless of how you feel about the day, a lot of you have gifts to purchase for friends and loved ones. I've compiled a few Valentine's Day gifts below for three kinds of friends that you might have: the beauty lover, the fashionista and the techie. …
Houndstooth Cardigan
TGIF! Who else is pumped that it's finally Friday? I'm ready for a chill weekend filled with time spent with friends, working on homework and doing some shooting for the blog. On weekends that I'm not working, I love throwing on big cardigans like this one (unfortunately it's no longer available, but here's another cozy one) and sitting down with a cup of coffee or tea to enjoy the morning light in my apartment. There's something incredibly centering about being able to just sit and …
February ’17 Playlist
Happy February! Here's some great new music to get you through another chilly winter month. My personal favorite on this month's playlist is probably "Shape of You" with "Last One I Love" as a close second. You can access the playlist through the link or Spotify widget below. Enjoy! ~ Listen on Spotify ~ What are some of your favorite songs or albums this month? …
Blushing Heart Bowtiful Wallpaper
Happy Monday, lovelies! Before January ended, I wanted to put together a brand new Bowtiful Wallpaper for all of you! I chose to go with a blush theme this time around to match this quote that I came across recently on Tumblr. I thought that the blush color scheme was also quite appropriate given the impending holiday in mid-February and that this quote acts as a wonderful reminder to keep your heart open to all possibilities, both the expected and unexpected. Just follow the …
My Greek Life Experience – A Senior’s Perspective
Spring recruitment at Loyola University Chicago is this weekend and I'm still having trouble processing that it will be my last. My last recruitment weekend, my last open house round, my last philanthropy round, my last pref round and, of course, my last bid day. Three and a half years ago, I chose to "Go Greek" and join Chi Omega at Loyola University Chicago and it has been one of the most positive and impactful choices that I've made as a part of my college career. My …
Blogiversary: Bowtiful Life is FIVE!
Five years ago today, I published my very first post here on Bowtiful Life. Today, I'm publishing my 627th!!! If I'm being 100% honest here, I seriously just typed that out and then had to read it out loud to myself. 5 years?!? 627 posts?!? That's crazy! It feels like it was just yesterday that I was sitting in the computer lab in my high school during one of my free periods messing around on blogger, creating the first design layout and drafting my first post. …
Wisdom Wednesday: Soul Set On Fire
My last Wisdom Wednesday post went over quite well, so I decided to do another one for y'all this week! "Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire" -Unknown I just started my final semester of undergrad yesterday and it's such a surreal feeling. I came across this "unknown" quote on Pinterest recently and thought that it was fitting for anyone who's in the process of trying to pursue their passion(s) or find the next step on their pathway of life. …
Lady Liberty
What I Wore Black Lush Dress (No longer available, similar options here and here) - J.Crew Tights - BP. Black Booties - Kenneth Cole NY Jacket (Option 1) (Option 2) - Kendra Scott Chelsea Necklace, Phara Necklace, Tessa Studs, Naomi Ring & Angela Bracelet - Lip Color: "Bombay" by Buxom …