I’m so excited about today’s post. I’m teaming up with iNSPIRE Q to give away the most beautiful campaign desk… in a color that really reminds me of hydrangeas! (Though I should note that the actual color is called “Blue Steel,” and if you win, you can select any of the 12 colors the desk comes in. But that’s neither here nor there, right?!)
Topaz Necklace, Sapphire Bracelet and Diamond Bracelet c/o / Scalloped Dress c/o / Scalloped Sandals / Clutch c/o (Old, but newer styles linked.)
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Once a teacher, I think you always view the calendar year as starting in September and ending in June. July and August are bonus months; much like weekends get tiny allotments in day planners, the summer months are totally separate, and you are a separate version of yourself when you’re in them. This is a post from a really long time ago, and it’s pretty embarrassing to look back on. ;) But read the John Updike quote. It’s one of my all-time favorites, and it’s exactly how Mitch and I feel about July and August. Anyone else feel similarly?!
Welcome back to the weekly motherhood series I’m running with Emily from Isn’t That Charming! Today, we’re talking about how we chose our babies’ names. But before we dive into our story, be sure to check out Emily’s post. ;)
Okay. Let’s get to it.
Sandals / Liberty London Skirt (Shop more Liberty London here! Love this scarf, and the famous shorts are back in stock. As is the top!) / Woven Tote c/o (Love this one, too!) / Polka Dot Scarf (Also available here.) / Burberry Sunglasses c/o / Jean Jacket (Also available here. And LOVE the white one!) / Scalloped Tank (Machine-washable!) / Lisi Lerch Earrings c/o (Available at Tuckernuck, too!) / Lip Gloss (in “Coral”)
Friends! I’m happy to report that the huarache sandals are JUST as fabulous as I’d hoped. I was a little nervous, only because there isn’t a J.Crew Factory very close to us, and I don’t love paying for return shipping. I know. It’s just $5. But there’s just something about paying for a return that irks me…
Before we get to outfit details, though, I should mention that these photos were snapped on Father’s Day. :) We kept things low-key and went on a long walk to Buck Town; had lunch at Northside, which has such a pretty outside space; and then walked back to Lincoln Park and got treats at Sweet Many B’s. Emma had a chocolate-dipped pretzel. Verdict? Likes pretzels. Hates chocolate. Come on, Emma! You’re a Larkin.
Tiered Maxi Dress (Also love this one and this one!) / Basketweave Sandals / Initial Necklace / Woven Tote (Also love this one in navy, and considering getting this one!) / Sunglasses
Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a great Father’s Day Weekend. The Larkins spent it cruising around Buck Town and the Southport Corridor since the weather was perfect. Though funny story: Right after Mitch snapped these photos, the skies opened up and we got completely drenched, haha. That’s Chicago in the summer for ya!
You are our everything. Thank you for loving us unconditionally, and for giving us a fairytale life. We love you!
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It’s the weekend! We’re celebrating Mitch’s first Father’s Day. (Like you didn’t know, haha. We’ve written quite a few Father’s Day-related posts, huh? 😂) It’s been a super long time since we had a no-plans, family-only weekend, and I think we’re all itching for one. We’re also not working, since Mitch’s summer break starts on Tuesday at 4 p.m. — but who’s counting down the hours? ;) And #omg, I think I forgot to tell you: we’re going to a Cubs game next Wednesday to celebrate!
Mitch here!
As Father’s Day is a few days away, it’s time for me to get real with you about something: Dads need coffee. Need. That’s why I’m teaming up with today’s sponsor, Keurig Green Mountain®, to promote quality coffee for all the dads out there in desperate need of caffeination.
Summer break starts on Tuesday at 4 p.m., so I’m feeling pretty upbeat right now. There’s sleep on the horizon! But as I type this, pre-break, I’m in rough shape. I’m working full-time, juggling two small businesses, attempting to help around the house, and trying to be a good husband and father. I’m having a lot of fun, but I’m still just as tired as I was the last time I complained to you in a Mitch post.
Scalloped Bow Top (Similar here, here, here, and here. And here’s my favorite scalloped tank.)/ Woven Tote (Also love this one, this one and this one! And this tote is on my wish list. More Mar Y Sol on Shopbop.) / Bow Mules (Now in white! Here’s my full review on ’em. I also have these kiltie mules and love them, and these are my favorite loafers, which also come in a mule version.) / Newer Kendra Scott Bracelets t c/o / Favorite White Skinny Jeans (Also love these! For daytime jeans, I adore this pair, this pair, and this pair.)
Oh, sheesh. I kind of can’t believe I’m typing this out, but I had yet another technological failure yesterday, and I spent the vast majority of my day trying to get my laptop back up and running. Thankfully I didn’t lose any additional photos, but let’s just say I’m extremely grateful for my mother-in-law, who paraded Emma to every Chicago park within walking distance of our home while I frantically tried to get the stupid thing in working order. Many, many hours later, and one magical (three-hour-long) screen share session with an Apple technician, we’re back! When it rains, it pours, huh?!
It’s been a while since we did a bullet point-style blog post, so can we do one today?! I have a lot of randomness on my mind. ;)
Lisi Lerch Earrings and Sail to Sable Top c/o / Favorite White Skinny Jeans — And love this pair just as much!
Double post today! I’ve been a little behind recently, so I thought I’d catch up. Here’s my Recent Finds post. :)
Anyway, it’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for a motherhood column! And because Emily and I really enjoyed writing about the lessons we’ve learned from our moms, we thought we’d dedicate this week’s posts to the lessons we’ve learned from our dads… because these men have shaped the women and mothers we’ve become. :) Before you read any further, though, be sure to check out Emily’s post!
Okay. Back to @wellroundedchris. (That’s not actually his handle; everyone just kids him that it should be since he works in the city and lives in the country, haha, and my mom is @cathyinthecountry and I’m @kellyinthecity.)
