Mott 50 Cardigan c/o / Ray-Ban Sunglasses c/o Sunglass Hut / Madewell Tote (Also available here and here) / J.Crew Jeans, Earrings and Top (Factory version here) / C.Wonder Bracelet (Old, similar here) and Pumps (Old, similar here, here, here, here and here) / Helen Ficalora Necklace c/o
Returning back to Chicago after an awesome trip home is always bittersweet. I’m sad to leave family and friends, but I’m extremely excited to see the hubby, be back in Lincoln Park, and hang out with my girlfriends.
The nice thing, though, is that Mitch and I are headed back to the East Coast for the Fourth of July this year! We’re hitting up my friend John’s annual “Third of July” party, spending the Fourth (my favorite holiday) down the Shore with my family, and then making a much-needed visit to New York. (Eeee!)
But back to Chicago. Because Chicago in the summertime is awesome. And apparently it’s going to be in the 80s this week and next!
Hallelujah.
Speaking of warm weather, I can’t recommend this Mott 50 cardigan enough. It offers sun protection, as it boasts UPF 50! It’s also one of the softest articles of clothing I own. I’m wearing the navy-and-white version, but it comes in a few other styles, too.
Back to Chicago, though. These photos were taken at Floriole Café and Bakery, my go-to coffee shop. The two-level, beautifully decorated rustic café has high ceilings and a ton of natural light, making for a great social or work environment. The floor-to-ceiling windows are open during the warmer months, and the smell of coffee and fresh breads wafts out into the street. Not surprisingly, the menu is off the charts! (I mean, the place specializes in French pastries.) Seating is also available upstairs as well on the sidewalk outside the café. At 4 p.m., the upstairs area is closed down for private dinners, showers, meetings and weddings.
If you go, ask for Karly. She’s my neighbor, and in my humble opinion, Floriole’s best (and cutest) employee!
Side note: What are you guys up to today? I have another 12- to 14-hour drive in front of me, so I’d love to hear from you! :)
Floriole Cafe sounds amazing, I’ll have to add it to my list of things to do while in Chicago. I give you a lot of credit for driving back and forth the way you do Kelly, I would probably go crazy. Safe travels!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com
YES! We should totally meet for coffee when you come. :)
XOXO!
(Also, I’m crazy. I do NOT advise making the drive as often as I do, haha.)
This outfit is so fantastic! Sparkle, pink and stripes are always my go-to. It’s just another day at work for me! Have a safe trip!
Alyssa | Glitter and Grey
Thank you, Alyssa! Home safe and sound. ;) xoxo
Chicago is always one of my favorite cities. Will have to check this spot out next time I’m in the city!
xo Jessica
http://www.mystylevita.com
Yes! You totally should. It’s beautiful inside!!
This whole outfit is so cute. I love the bright pink heels paired with the navy striped cardigan!
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Thanks, Girl! I so wish C.Wonder still made those pumps, because they’re SO comfortable and I’m going to be absolutely heartbroken when Noodle eventually eats them.
I seriously think you own some version of everything in my closet. PLUS you have a bunch of stuff I WISH I had in my closet. I’m just trying to keep up with you now :)
~Sarah of Sarah’s Real Life
Haha! SISTERS?! I love it. :)
I’m obsessing over your bold pumps, you styled them perfectly here!
XO Courtney
http://www.colormecourtney.com
Couuuurtttneeeyyyyy!
Girl, you do color better than anyone I know.
;) XOXO