Okay. Mitch and I feel pretty badly about all of this.
Noodle is a New Dog.
No Expectations
This post has been pre-scheduled because of Emma’s arrival. #maternityleave ;)
J.Crew Navy Blazer and Jeans / J.McLaughlin Top (Borrowed from Mom) / Coach Bag c/o / Banana Republic Pumps c/o (Sold out, but love these, these, these and these!) / Daniel Wellington Watch c/o / Similar Sunglasses / Mitch’s Patagonia c/o (Women’s version here… Also available here!) / Mitch’s Khakis / Mitch’s Topsiders (Women’s version here)
These photos were actually snapped when I was trying to hide the pregnancy. It’s absolutely crazy to look back on them, considering that by this point, Mitch and I have actually had our baby! Content this week is pre-scheduled, so I’m writing this before Baby Larkin’s arrival. ;)
Time to Order: Lilly Pulitzer Agendas
One // Two // Three // Four // Five // Six
This post has been pre-scheduled because of Emma’s arrival. #maternityleave ;)
It’s that time again! As it’s August (how did that happen?!), Lilly Pulitzer agendas are available. While I’ve always been a big fan of the size large agendas (pictured above), they also come in jumbo, medium and small. Last year, I purchased the navy elephant version, so this year, I think I’m going to go with #1. Hey–whatever gets me through missing Ocean City like crazy, right?! Ugh. Take me back…
A Timex Giveaway
This post has been pre-scheduled because of Emma’s arrival. #maternityleave ;)
Short post today, but a good one. :) I’m teaming up with Timex to give away this leather Weekender Fairfield watch, which I’m wearing in these photos and which I wore in this recent outfit post.
Kelly’s Short Guide to DSLR Photography
This post has been pre-scheduled because of Emma’s arrival. #maternityleave ;)
A few months ago, I spoke about DSLR photography for bloggers at the WCBC “Blog Your Best” Conference in Chicago. It’s funny: despite my seven years of teaching experience, I was so nervous before taking the stage. But the audience was absolutely wonderful, and the “presentation” went pretty well! So today, I thought I’d share the short guide to DSLR photography I designed for the conference, and ask you guys if you’d like to learn more about particular topics.
The Reality of a Gut Bathroom Renovation
This post has been pre-scheduled because of Emma’s arrival. #maternityleave ;)
It’s done! As we experienced nearly every delay possible during construction, it’s hard to believe that our master bathroom has finally been completed. I can’t even tell you how great it feels to no longer be living out of dopp kits piled up on the floor of our guest bathroom! Rolling my preggo self out of bed and walking a few steps to this space–complete with actual countertops–is a dream. I really can’t imagine what it’ll feel like when I’m not carrying around a watermelon!
I won’t lie: this project was a rough one. For various reasons which I’ll get into shortly, the renovation took the better part of a year, from demolition to completion. While we absolutely love the final product, Mitch and I thought we’d team up to write a very honest post about the costs associated with a project like this as well as the time and work that goes into it. We live in a “Pinterest world” these days, and we’re constantly surrounded by images of gorgeous homes that we can’t help but dream about having one day. However, what I didn’t realize is that there’s so much that goes into those picture-perfect home Pins. Definitely not saying that home renovation projects aren’t worth it; I just think they’re made to look a LOT easier than they are in reality. ;)
Last Chance: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Want to look like a fisherman? This rain coat is for you! (Kelly says it’s the “cutest thing ever.”)
Hey, everyone! Mitch here again. Kelly and I have some pretty exciting news, so definitely come back to the blog tomorrow for what will undoubtedly be the best post to have ever gone live on Kellyinthecity.com. For now, though, I’m here to remind you that the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is coming to a close! Shipping and returns are free, but prices go up on Monday, August 8th.
Now, if you read my post yesterday, you may sense some irony in me writing this post. But Kelly is to my left, helping me through. So really, I’m just her scribe, but I reserve the right to interject from time to time. Actually, Kelly just passed out. So I’m going to go ahead and take over completely. Muahaha…
Summer Fashion by Mitch
Old Navy Shorts in Nantucket Red and Green (Similar here and here) / Cubs Hat / Old Navy Short-Sleeved Striped Shirt (Sold out, similar here) / Old Navy Short-Sleeved Plaid Oxford / Old Navy Sandals / Striped Mug (Also available here) / Apple Watch
Hello again! Unfortunately for you, I’m back, and I’m writing about summer fashion today. On a scale of one to 10, I’d rank my fashion sense at around “zero,” but below you’ll find some bad style advice from a 30-something-year-old guy whose wife runs a fashion blog. This should be good.
Minted Giveaway (And Help us Choose Art for the Nursery!)
This past Monday, I shared photos of the progress we’ve made on the nursery. :) I’m so, so proud of it. It has four walls, flooring, a door and a door knob. It’s nothing short of a miracle, haha.
In the months leading up to the baby’s due date, I definitely had my fair share of mini mental breakdowns over it. Everyone told me to calm down, and that a baby doesn’t actually need a nursery. But I really can’t express just how upsetting it was. It’s not like the room was just lacking decor. It was lacking an entire wall. A door. FLOORS! While yes, I logically knew that we’d survive if the project wasn’t completed on time (infants often sleep in their parents’ rooms anyway), I did NOT want to be under construction with a newborn. It’s hard enough being first-time parents! Being first-time parents with contractors trudging in and out of the house on the reg? No, thank you.