Happy 2016, lovelies! It's a brand new year and that means that I'm going to have to remind myself for the next month or so to write "/16" at the end of anything I date, rather than "/15." Who else will be riding that struggle bus with me? 2015 was a year of ups and downs. My family experienced the loss of some beloved friends and loved ones, which was incredibly difficult, but the positives of this past year truly outweighed the negatives. It was truly an amazing year! I met remarkable …
Lighting Up the Night at The Morton Arboretum – Illuminations
On Sunday night I went to the Morton Arboretum with my family and Matt to attend the Arboretum's holiday lights event, Illuminations! My parents actually gave me a membership to the Arboretum for Christmas this year, so it was fun getting to go and use that for the first time! It was quite chilly that evening, but the lights were so pretty! I had a great time walking around to see all the colorful displays in addition to having a chance to play around with my favorite Christmas present from …
Cheers to You & Yours – Holiday Card ’15
Merry Christmas, lovelies! I hope you all have an absolutely wonderful holiday spent with your nearest and dearest. Eat, drink, be merry and have a safe and happy holiday! …
Robert Joffrey’s Final Nutcracker
Happy Friday, lovelies! Last night, I went to the Auditorium Theatre with my friend, Alex, and got to experience the Joffrey Ballet performing The Nutcracker! I've gone to see The Nutcracker on multiple occasions in past years, but there was something especially special about this time around... What I Wore This season, The Joffrey Ballet is celebrating 60 years as a company and this is the final season that they'll be performing the …
Last Minute Gifts Under $25 – Holiday Gift Guide
Today's the final installment of my #BowtifulGiftGuide series! Have you ever been invited to a last minute holiday party or gift exchange? Or maybe you've realized that you forgot someone on your shopping list and your budget is running low? Around Christmas there's so much to do and sometimes a few things slip through the cracks... Fear not! Here are seven easy, last minute gifts that are all $25 and under. The Curious Barista's Guide To Coffee ($24.95) // Voluspa Maison Blanc Mini …
For The Techie – Holiday Gift Guide ’15
Happy Friday! (I'm FINALLY done with finals!!!) For today's post, I'm sharing some of the best gifts for the tech lover in you life! My personal favorite is this bracelet by Rebecca Minkoff & Case Mate. This makes a super cool gift for that friend we all know who always forgets to check their phone. The bracelet vibrates when a chosen list of people call or text you, so you know when you need to go and check your phone! Honestly, I think that all of these gifts would be great choices for …
Finals Week Described Through 10 GIFs
Finals week is here and it's time to freak out get down to business! Here are ten GIFs that describe the various stages and feelings of finals week. When you first sit down to study: (via) When you "literally can't even" anymore (via) When you're running on three hours of sleep: (via) When your friends ask you about your plans for break: (via) When the barista asks you what you want: (via) When you're studying for your …
For the Guys – Holiday Gift Guide ’15
Happy Saturday, lovelies! Today I'm sharing the second installment of my #BowtifulGiftGuide series for the 2015 holiday season. Guys can be so hard to shop for, so here are a few of my suggestions to help you pick out the perfect gift for each and every one of the men in your life! Smathers & Branson 'Got Rum' Needlepoint Key Fob // Fossil 'Lincoln' Bifold Wallet // Vineyard Vines Whale Graphic Long Sleeve T-Shirt // Tom Ford 'Oud Wood' Eau de Parfum // Jimmy Fallon for J.Crew …
For The Girls – Holiday Gift Guide ’15
The holiday season is upon us and that means that it's time to prep for Christmas and the many fun aspects that come along with this time of year! One of my favorite things about the holiday season? Gift giving! I love picking out the perfect presents for my friends and family. I also love helping my friends find gifts for their loved ones! For today's post, I'm sharing a few fun and flirty gift ideas for the females in your life. My personal favorite is definitely the Rebecca Minkoff 'Mini …
December ’15 Playlist
Happy December! I can't believe that the last month of 2015 is here... it's just crazy! Finals are next week and life currently is a fast-paced rush of finishing papers, working on projects, and studying for tests. That being said, I needed a great playlist to help me push through, so here's my December playlist! Song-wise, I'm especially loving "Love Yourself" and "Lush Life." Enjoy! ~ Listen on Spotify ~ What songs are you loving right now? …