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Dear Chicago

Lilly Pulitzer Elsa Top (In blue here, and more “Elsa” tops here) / Madewell Jeans / Hayden Harnett Tote c/o / Helen Ficalora Necklace c/o / Moon and Lola Earrings c/o Tuckernuck / Kate Spade Bangle (Old, similar here) and Sunglasses (Old, similar here) / Jack Rogers Sandals

Do me a favor and listen to this song.

Ryan Adams’ “Dear Chicago” holds a lot of significance for me. I’ve gone back and forth on its meaning–whether it’s about leaving New York or a troubled relationship or both–for a long time now. Regardless of its intended meaning, though, it’s brought me a great deal of comfort throughout my first year in Chicago, and I’m a little embarrassed to admit how high its “play count” is. ;)

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Mitch in the City: Tommy Bahama Menswear

On Mitch:

Tommy Bahama Shorts and Sweatshirt c/o / L.L.Bean Shirt c/o / Original Penguin Sandals (Love this pair, too.) / Ray-Ban Sunglasses (Borrowed from Neal)

On Me:

Tommy Bahama Shirt and Sandals c/o / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, similar here and here) and Bracelet (Old, similar here) / Madewell Jeans (Also love J.Crew’s white skinnies!) / J.Crew Tote (Borrowed from Jess) / Moon and Lola Earrings c/o Tuckernuck / Helen Ficalora Necklace c/o / Daniel Wellington Watch c/o

(See my full look here.)

First of all, a huge congratulations goes out to Mitch, who finished his eighth year of teaching (and first year of teaching in Chicago) yesterday. I’m so proud of him. Teaching in the inner city is an extremely demanding job on all fronts, and switching schools (and cities) is beyond stressful and emotionally taxing. While the year had its fair share of ups and downs, Mitch did an amazing job with his students. He helped them jump two grade levels and pass the state math exam–something they struggled with in years past. He also formed some amazing bonds with his kids, and made math fun.

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In the Spirit

Dressbarn Dress and Bracelet c/o

Ugh. There’s nothing worse than writing an entire post, and then having WordPress crash. (The frustration! Need to start writing my posts in Word, or something.) So let’s keep this short and sweet this morning, haha. ;)

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You’re Invited: Tommy Bahama Event

Tommy Bahama Shirt and Sandals c/o / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, similar here and here) and Bracelet (Old, similar here) / Madewell Jeans (Also love J.Crew’s white skinnies!) / J.Crew Tote (Borrowed from Jess) / Moon and Lola Earrings c/o Tuckernuck / Helen Ficalora Necklace c/o / Daniel Wellington Watch c/o

Guys! I’m hosting an event at the Tommy Bahama Flagship Store in Chicago on Michigan Avenue (at Erie) next Wednesday, July 1st, from 6 to 8 p.m. with Shaheen, Jess, Johanna, Zahra and the Windy City Blogger Collective. There will be appetizers, signature cocktails and gift bags, and you can take $25 off your in-store purchase of $100 or more. RSVP here! We’d love to see you there!

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Set Sale…

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Kate Spade: Take an additional 25 percent off sale items with code “SETSALE.” Shipping is free. I can’t get enough of this scalloped coat, this striped sheath dress, this jersey bow dress, this striped boating dress, this pink scalloped dress (#omg), this navy once piece bathing suit, this scalloped crepe dress, this scalloped tote, and this wallet (because it’s so cheap).

Madewell: Take an additional 30 percent off sale items with code “EXTRASALE.” Shipping is free, too! My eyes are on this striped number.

Ralph Lauren: Take an additional 25 percent off sale items with code “SUMMER25.” This yellow oxford and this striped dress are must-haves!

Tuckernuck: Take 25 percent off tunics with code “SHORETHING.” (So cute! And this one?!)

Henri Bendel: Best-sellers are 40 percent off. This is one of my favorite bags. Couldn’t recommend it more!

Anthropologie: Up to 50 percent off sale.

J.Crew: Use code “DAYTWO” to take 40 percent off swim styles. Shipping is free!

LOFT: These scalloped shorts are only $22.

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Summer Concerts in Chicago

Vera Bradley Backpack c/o / Madewell Jeans / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair by Tory Burch) / Old Navy Jacket c/o (Old, super similar here, here, here and here) / Tommy Bahama Sandals c/o / French Connection Sweater c/o (Old, similar here) / Lilly Pulitzer Tank c/o / Moon and Lola Earrings c/o Tuckernuck / Helen Ficalora Necklace c/o

SUMMER IS HERE.

Like, officially.

:)

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Casual Friday Nights

C.Wonder Denim Shirt (Old, similar here and here) / Blank NYC Jeans / J.Crew Factory Flats / Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM (Pre-owned bags here) / Helen Ficalora Necklace c/o / Moon and Lola Earrings c/o Tuckernuck / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch… and they’re on sale!) Alex and Ani Bracelets c/o

I’m keeping this post extraordinarily short today, as Mitch and I had quite the long night yesterday evening. Everyone is safe and sound, but we had a pretty significant gas leak in our building… which was absolutely terrifying. I’ll tell you the story tomorrow, but for now, this girl is callin’ it a night and hittin’ the hay. :)

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