Kelly in the City, Author at Kelly in the City

January 10, 2023

Activewear Finds

Grey Racerback Tank Top / Black Zip-Up Jacket / Striped Short Sleeve Crewneck Shirt / Blue Striped Relaxed-Fit Long Sleeve Shirt / Pink Heathered Relaxed-Fit Long Sleeve Shirt / Heathered Grey Oversized Full Zip Hoodie / Powder Blue Oversized Funnel Neck Half-Zip / Light Blue Soft Sports Bra / Indigo Longline Ribbed Soft Sports Bra / Teal Align Reversible Soft Sports Bra / White Longline Sports Bra / Black Align Flared Yoga Pants / Olive Green Align Leggings / Navy Align Leggings

Here are some of my favorite activewear finds from Lululemon.

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January 9, 2023 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

DIY Under-the-Stairs Secret Harry Potter-Style Room

It’s happening!

Here’s the backstory:

I know this might sound shocking (😉), but I’ve wanted to learn how to wallpaper for the longest time. I mean, can you imagine?! The ability to totally change up the look and feel of an entire room within a day or two (or week or whatever)?! What a superpower!

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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January 7, 2023

3 Winter Layering Outfit Ideas

As most of you already know, the key to getting dressed in the winter is lots of layers, so today, I’m sharing three winter layering outfit ideas. From a classic sweater and a button-up combo to a snow day outfit to a versatile neutrals look.

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January 5, 2023 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Emma’s New Style

Cardigan / Chelsea Boots / Newer Socks / Skirt / T-Shirt

I talked about this on Instagram, but recently my six-year-old daughter Emma recently informed me that she only wants to wear “black clothing from Zara.”

I need to admit that briefly, my heart broke a bit. My baby girl—who wore things like nostalgic smocked dresses and ditsy floral prints for most of her life—wasn’t a baby anymore. Heck, I’m not even sure I could call her a “little girl.” She was a kid.

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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January 5, 2023

Tuckernuck Favorites, 1/5

Black Bobble Cardigan / Striped Tee / Black Textured Crewneck Sweater / White Oxford Boyfriend Shirt / Navy Cable Knit Cardigan / Fisherman Wool Pullover / Black Puff Sleeve Blouse / Striped Turtleneck Dress / Navy and Ivory Knit Dress / Camel Turtleneck Dress / Navy Maxi Dress / Camel Coat Dress / Navy Canvas Sneakers / Navy Woven Large Tote / Navy Blazer / Black Saddle Crossbody Bag

Sharing a few of my Tuckernuck favorites this month. All of these pieces, from sweaters to blouses to blazers to dresses, are wonderful basics to have in your wardrobe, and they can be easily styled in so many ways.

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January 4, 2023 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

J.Crew Chateau Parka Review

J.Crew Chateau Wool Parka / Factory Skinny Jeans / Sorel Sneaker Boots on Sale Here, Here, Here, Here and Here (Hopefully you can find a pair in your size!) / J.Crew Cashmere Socks

The wool Chateau Parka is iconic.

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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January 3, 2023 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Sequin Tiered Dress

Tiered Sequin Dress (There’s a top version, too! Love Sail to Sable’s version as well.) / Newer Suede Pumps / Pottery Barn Carlisle Chairs (We have them in Down Blend Wrapped Cushions, Performance Heathered Tweed Pebble. Here’s a more affordable version on sale!) / Rug / Coffee Table / Leather Chesterfield / Curtains / Black Hurricane Candle Holders / Faux Trailing Plant / Planter / Brass Dachshund / Plaid Mugs / Noodle’s Bow / Wallpaper / Newer Pillows / Cane Boxes / Neutral Coffee Table Books / Reindeer / Frame TV Review / Marble Arch / Brass Hurricane Candle Holders / Brass Frames / Vase / Mango Wood Kiwi Birds / Newer Scalloped Bowl / Wooden Candle Stick Holders / Framed Horse Canvases

This is the best party dress I’ve ever owned, so I figured it needed a permanent post on the blog!

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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January 3, 2023

J.Crew New Year Sale

Ivory Button Turtleneck / Navy Striped Turtleneck Sweater / Green Long-Sleeve Crewneck Tee / Navy Striped Button-Down / Navy and Camel Striped Turtleneck / Cable-Knit Crewneck Sweater / Cream Half-Zip Sweater / Tan Pointelle Scallop Trim Sweater / Ivory Ribbed Stretch Crewneck Sweater / Cream Crewneck Sweatshirt / Demi-Boot Crop Jeans / Demi-Boot Crop Faded Jeans / Tan Cocoon Sweater Blazer / Grey Relaxed Sweater Blazer / Brown Quilted Cocoon Puffer Coat / Olive Green Reversible Quilted Lightweight Belted Jacket / Brown Penny Loafers / Black Suede Slingback Heels / Black Sherpa Booties / Navy Striped Waffle Henley Pajama Set / Teddy Sherpa Button-Front Sweatshirt

The J.Crew New Year Sale is on, and some of the prices are wild. Everything from sweaters to jeans to jackets to shoes are up to 75% off with the code “NEWYEAR”. Here are some of my favorite pieces included in the sale.

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January 2, 2023 •

Lake Bloomington, Illinois

Ice Skating on the Lake

Our Favorite Winter Puffer Jacket (Toddler Version Here and Women’s Version Here.) / Bunny Mittens / Velour Leggings / Pom Hat / Sneaker Boots (Women’s Version Here and Here.)

I have one zillion photos from the past month on my camera card and SD card, and I fully intend on sharing them all—so GET READY. ;)

These were taken on my favorite day from the our week at my in-laws’ lake house on Lake Bloomington. Temps had been in the single and negative digits for the longest time, so we ventured out onto the ice for a little fun.

Lake Bloomington, Illinois

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January 1, 2023 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

10+ Things, 1/1

Girls’ Outfits (Bought them last year on super sale. Buy now and just save ’em!)

Happy New Year!

The girls are still on their holiday break until Wednesday, but we just got back to Chicago and we’re enjoying some downtime at home. While the holiday season couldn’t have gone better—well, okay, it could have gone a little better 😆 (see below)—it feels like forever since we’ve been in our own house. And since I last checked in here, of course. It feels so good!

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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