Hoytie Toity Designs Bow Flats (c/o — Take 10 percent off with code “KELLY10”) / Hudson Jeans (Best jeans ever.) / J.Crew Blazer, Shirt (Last seen here, but I’m obsessed with this new one!), Necklace and Earrings (Oops. Sometimes it just happens, you know?) / Madewell Tote (See other styles here, and J.Crew’s version here! Tip: The Madewell Transport Tote almost never goes on sale. However, Shopbop carries it, and Shopbop does have sales. Wait for one! Then bring your tote to a Madewell store during one of the brand’s “free monogramming” events. #worthit) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Kate Spade Sunnies (Old, newer styles here)
A few weeks ago, I grabbed coffee at Floriole, an adorable coffee shop in Lincoln Park, with Cynthia from Sensibly Sharp. (She’s an Atlanta native, but was in town for business.) It was my first time meeting her, but she and I gabbed incessantly for over two hours… which was so nice. At the time, I was feeling a little down in the dumps, and I was missing home like crazy. Hanging out with Cynthia was awesome, though, and for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about everything I was sad about. Isn’t it wonderful when you connect with people so incredibly quickly? :) Thank you, Cynthia! It was lovely meeting you, and you’re such a sweetheart.
Anyway, Cynthia is killin’ it on the entrepreneurial front! She has her own line of shoes–Hoytie Toity Designs–available for purchase on Etsy. Each glittery pair is handmade, and features gorgeous silk chiffon bows on their toes. Love Hoytie Toity sparkly footwear as much as I do? Use code “KELLY10” to take 1o percent off your next order!
In other news, daylight/photography problems solved. A huge thank you goes out to my friend Jess from The Golden Girl Blog (yes; she’s the spitting image of Blair Waldorf… #jealous) for taking my photos today! What a hilariously fun time. You’re the best, girl. (P.S. — Check out Jess’ recent post on her one-year “blogiversary.” It’s adorable!)
…aaaaand it’s almost Friday. Just keep swimming, ladies. Just keep swimming. :)
Those shoes are just presh! Love! Your outfit might be one of my favorites. Looks so comfy for seeing the city and enjoying a cup of coffee with a friend.
I’m sorry you’re feeling homesick. It brings me back to when I moved away many years ago. Granted I only live 2 hours away, but with a new job and the crazy upstate NY weather driving home (I moved in November) getting home was impossible. Homesick was my middle name! I made a new friend, we started doing fun things together and my world turned around. On November 23rd it will be 18 years since I moved away and Heather is still my best friend! Oh and I married the sweet man I moved away away from home for!
Susan,
Awww! Thank you! I might wear that blazer a BIT too much, haha, but aren’t the shoes the cutest?! I’m so inspired by Cynthia. I’d love to start my own business one day, and I love seeing other women making their dreams a reality. She’s so talented!
And thank you SO much for sharing your story! You’re so lucky to have Heather! And I love that you’re married to the person you moved for… Just like me. :)
Moving is hard–and it was harder for me than I ever thought it would be. But I’m feeling a LOT better! Home isn’t a place, I’ve learned. It’s a person. And that person is Mitch. :)
This week, I realized that I am HAPPY here. I really am! It feels good. I’ve met a ton of really, really sweet girls through blogging… I couldn’t be more thankful! (I think I owe a lot of that happiness to them!) I’ll probably always miss home, but it’ll always be there… Nothing that a 14-hour drive can’t fix! ;)
Thanks again, Susan! You’re the sweetest! xoxo!
Those shoes are so cute! I am definitely going to look into buying a pair!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
Yes! You should! Bows on toes! :) xoxo!
Loving the plaid/blazer combo!
Kristina does the Internets
Thanks, Kristina! :)
Thanks for featuring another fabulous Etsy shop! Those shoes are gorgeous!
Meg
http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com
Meg, LOVE Etsy! Such great finds! I could spend hours on the site!
LOVE the plaid and navy combo!! Why didn’t I think to pair these two pieces together?? And those bow flats and your Madewell tote are the perfect additions! Such a cute look!
http://www.taffetaandtulips.com
I probably wear that blazer a little too often, but I love it! It goes with everything! Thank you, Kate! :)
YAY photo buddies! We’ve just started the best weekly tradition ever.
YES WE DID. See you Monday, hehe! Safe trip! :) xoxo
Such a great look & love that bag! I’ve been looking at getting the madewell transport tote that zips from shopbop…. perfect for traveling!! So glad you gave me the idea about free personalization :)
xo,
Emily
http://www.lifewithemilyblog.com
Thank you, Emily! YES! Shopbop is the place to get it!! :) Have a great weekend, Emily!
Hi Kelly. I’ve been following your blog for a long time. Wish you lived in Seattle. I would love to have a friend like you. You’re so personable and I feel like I know you. Love your style and want/need those shoes!
Also a big thanks for mentioning The Golden Girl in The Everygirl + Old Navy post. I just started following her on Bloglovin. So inspiring!
Laceandpearlsblog.com
This is one of my favorite looks! LOVE the pearls, blazer, and plaid combo!
Ah how did I miss this post? It was so lovely meeting you! Glad I could help you feel a little less homesick! I am so happy you love your shoes! You are such a sweetheart!
xoxo
Cynthia
http://www.sensiblysharp.com