June 11, 2018 •

Snap Happy :)

Vineyard Vines Shep Shirts - Kelly in the City

Vineyard Vines Shep Shirts, Hats, Shorts, Tote Bag (Though obsessed with this one and this one!), Jean Shorts, Pineapple Bathing Suit, Gingham Bikini Top and Bottom c/o / Jack Rogers (Price matched! This version is on sale, too!)

I told Carly and Mackenzie the other day that I’ll likely be posting photos from our trip to the Abacos with Vineyard Vines well into August. 😂 I’m sure you’ve felt like this before, but whenever I get home from a trip, I feel a bit daunted by the number of snaps I need to cull through. I know I’ve said that photo editing is relaxing for me, and it is. But I also find that while I’m on vacation, I tend to take a zillion photos of essentially the same subject.

Omg, a palm tree!

[Proceeds to take 26 photos of said palm tree from slightly different angles.]

Abacos Islands, Bahamas

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June 11, 2018 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

The Story of our Mini Dachshund

Emma’s Hunter Boots, Utility Jacket, Striped Tee, and Jean Shorts / Noodle’s Leash (Similar) and Collar

I’m constantly asked about Emma’s relationship with Noodle.

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June 10, 2018 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

How to Stop Asking “What Do You Do?”

Disclaimer: Trying something new on the blog today!

I remember nodding my head in agreement when I came across this article in Forbes last year. It makes the claim that we need to stop leading conversations with the age-old “what do you do?” question upon meeting new people. The idea is that when we do this, we run the risk of making the person feel like her worth is being measured entirely by her career… when in reality, of course, she is a multidimensional person who isn’t solely defined by what she does to pay the bills.

I know, I know.

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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June 9, 2018 •

Downtown Chicago

Mitch Designed a Trench

Mitch's Stock Khaki Trench Coat - Kelly in the City

Mitch’s Stock Trench (Use code “KELLYANDMITCH15” for 15 percent off!) / Mitch’s Loafers , Gingham Shirt and Watch c/o / Kelly’s Everyday Cashmere Sweater (Her FAVE), Bow Mules (On sale!), Favorite Weekend Jeans, Floral Tote c/o and Lined Trench (Double-Breasted Version Here.) / Emma’s Trench Coat, Gingham Romper and Huarache Sandals

I’m so excited about today’s post! Because–as you probably surmised from the title–Mitch designed a trench coat! We took these photos last week on a particularly crisp (and windy) day downtown, and since it’s full-on monsooning at the moment, I thought I’d share some of my faves… and hand it over to Mitch!

Downtown Chicago

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June 8, 2018 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Recent Finds & Musings, 6/8

Navy Polka Dot Top (Size down.) / Everlane Pumps / Pink Trench / Elisabetta Tote / AG Jeans / Lantern Earrings

Happy Friday, Friends!

A few things before we get to today’s “Recent Finds”:

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June 7, 2018 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Father’s Day Gifts with Mark & Graham

The Larkins are going to be in Bermuda for Father’s Day this year–more on that to come!–so we did gifts last weekend.

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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June 6, 2018

Remembering Kate Spade

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It took me a while to decide what to say on the blog after hearing of Kate Spade’s passing. While I typically shy away from talking about current events here, I knew I wanted to post; I’ve loved the designer since I was young and she’s played a big role in the development of this site. It was, though, difficult to eloquently put it all into words. Of course, I’ve failed at the attempt and I’ll likely read this tomorrow and wish I’d said a thousand other things. Nevertheless, here it is.

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June 5, 2018 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Mitch’s Father’s Day Gift Guide

As Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 17th!), we thought we’d highlight some of Mitch’s gift picks today. :)

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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June 3, 2018 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Sunset on Belmont Harbour

Boat Cotton Rollneck Sweater / Knit Cotton Oxford Shirt / Leather Vachetta Sandals / Leather Lennox Bag / Emma’s Dress / Mitch’s Shirt (Slim Fit Version Here)

I want to take more photos at night–or at least take more photos while the sun is setting. :) It’s my favorite time of the day now that things are nice and toasty here in Chicago, and we almost always get ourselves out of the house for it. The air is thick with humidity; the fireflies dance circles around us; Emma is giddy to be up a little later than usual. So much of our normal togetherness takes place when we’re juggling a zillion other things, but twilight is our uninterrupted time. It’s a couple of hours that we aren’t go-go-go. Instead, we’re slow-slow-slow. 😉

Lincoln Park, Chicago

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June 3, 2018 •

Lincoln Park, Chicago

LAST DAY: Best-Selling Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale Products

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Burberry Jacket / Kids’ Burberry Jacket / Penny Loafer / Chambray Shirt / Skinny Jeans

Hi Friends! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend. :)

I had to move around some of my blog posts on account of some scheduling issues, but I’m comin’ at you in real time with 20 best-selling products from the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale, which ends TODAY! I mentioned this last week, but I recently discovered how easy it is to track what my readers are clicking on and buying, and I thought it would be fun to share that info with you! (Side note: See ALL my picks from the Half-Yearly Sale here.)