Kelly in the City

May 12, 2015

Mother’s Day Surprises (And Grammie’s Home!)

What I wore: Sail to Sable Dress c/o STS (And check out the rest of Tuckernuck’s STS collection here!) / Jack Rogers Sandals / Kate Spade Bangle (Old, but love the Sailor’s Knot Bangle and the Earrings!) / J.Crew Earrings / Everyone else is in Talbots (Haha — Just kidding. But there is a lot of Talbots going on here. ;)

I’d had the whole thing planned for months: drive 12 hours from Chicago to Eastern Pennsylvania and walk into my parents’ house around 8 or 9 p.m., totally unannounced. I imagined shocked faces, perhaps a screech or two, and lots of hugs. Instead, upon arriving, I stood on their driveway (alone), scratching my head in confusion.

(Actually, Noodle was there.)

Where the heck are they?! I wondered.

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May 11, 2015

Greetings from the East Coast!

Chadwicks “Venice” Dress (Also love this lace popover dress, this scoopneck tunic and this gingham shirtdress!) and Espadrilles c/o / Henri Bendel Satchel c/o / J.Crew Pearl Earrings / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch!) / Hazel & Marie Pearl Bracelet c/o / Kate Spade Pearl Necklace (Old, similar here)

Before I go any further, I should note that Mitch snapped these photos in Chicago last week. But this dress–which really reminds me of a couple of Kate Spade and C.Wonder cityscape dresses–seemed like perfect content for today, as I’m currently traveling. Not to Venice, of course… (#takemeback) but I’ve yet to find a Bucks County, Pennsylvania-themed dress, haha. ;)

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May 9, 2015

Anchors Aweigh

J.Crew Factory Skirt (Old, but love this anchor dress!) / L.L. Bean Signature Top c/o (Also love this one and this one.) / Tory Buch Sandals / Henri Bendel Satchel c/o / J.Crew Necklace (Old, current version here) and Earrings / C.Wonder Bangle (Old, similar here) / Karen Walker Sunglasses c/o Ditto

I’ve definitely been trying to move away from overly “busy” outfits this year. (My style has evolved a bit, and simpler looks make for easier mornings.) But alas. Every once in a while, I revert to my old ways, and dress ridiculously. I can’t help myself.

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May 8, 2015

Sunny Days in Sail to Sable

Sail to Sable Dress c/o (Also available via Tuckernuck. See the whole STS collection here!) / Vineyard Vines Clutch c/o (Btw, did you know that Nordstrom carries Vineyard Vines?!) / Charles David Wedges c/o L.L.Bean / J.Crew Earrings / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch!)

A huge thank you for all the encouragement after my last post. (Really. You da best.) But guys! Yesterday was the best day. Things calmed down. I managed to get my hands on clean underwear by mid-morning. Temps were in the 80s. I opened the windows, blasted my Ryan Adams (#predictable), took a long walk around the neighborhood with Noods, and caught up. Of course, I didn’t completely catch up, but I made a dent. Life seems to be slowly getting back on track.

PHEW.

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May 7, 2015

Stress.

c/o Karen Walker Sunglasses (And check out Endless Eyewear! So awesome.) / Madewell Chambray Top (Old, newer version here) / J.Crew Jeans and Earrings / c/o Barrington Gifts Tote / c/o Naturalizer Sandals (Also available at Nordstrom) / C.Wonder Bangle (Old, but love this Moon and Lola tortoise cuff!) / c/o Daniel Wellington Watch / c/o Emma McKinstry “Save the Date” Necklace

Mitch and I have had an incredibly stressful and busy week–which I’ll get into later–and I kind of can’t believe that today isn’t Friday. I mean, if I want to shower and get dressed today, I’m either going to have to wear my super uncomfortable underwear (sorry–TMI) or somehow manage to do a load of laundry, haha. That’s how behind on life we are.

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Kelly in the City, Lifestyle, Outfits, Spring, Style, Thoughts

May 6, 2015

Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts

One // Two (Also love this pair!) // Three // Four // Five // Six // Seven (Also love this pair!) // Eight // Nine // Ten (And how cute is the summery version?!) // Eleven // Twelve (And here’s the classic!) // Thirteen // Fourteen (Yep. Same as “Eleven,” haha. Oops. Also love this tote!) // Fifteen // Sixteen // Seventeen // Eighteen

Guys, Mother’s Day is this Sunday. (How is that even possible?!) If you haven’t figured out a gift yet, don’t freak out. You still have time. And Cathy (my fabulous mother) and I are sharing our favorite Mother’s Day gifts from Nordstrom today. So you’re in luck!

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May 5, 2015

Kim’s Bridal Shower

Today, I’m sharing some photos from Kim’s bridal shower, which recently took place at ~~my house~~ my parents’ house in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. (Is it weird that I still think of it as being my house, even though I’m all grown up?! Maybe it’s because I still have 200+ Beanie Babies in my old bedroom closet. #truth)

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May 4, 2015

Nordstrom Rack/HauteLook Kate Spade Flash Sale

Kate Spade Bag, Sunglasses and Pumps (c/o Nordstrom Rack and HauteLook – Check out today’s Kate Spade flash sale!) / Club Monaco Dress (Christmas present from the parents. Thanks, guys!) / Karen Walker Sunglasses (c/o Ditto) / J.Crew Bracelet and Earrings

Over the last couple of months, I’ve fallen completely in love with Nordstrom Rack and HauteLook. The Rack has three store locations in Chicago, and both websites are phenomenal.

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May 3, 2015

Hello, Spring.

c/o Rikshaw Design Dress / c/o Vineyard Vines Clutch / c/o Naturalizer Sandals — Also available at Nordstrom / C.Wonder Bangle (Old — but I love this one!) / J.Crew Earrings / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch!)

Keeping things short and sweet today (hehe), as I’m out soaking up the 75-degree weather that’s graced Chicago this weekend. I’m excited for a long walk around the neighborhood, breakfast sandwiches on Armitage, and a bike ride to the beach. (And recovering from yesterday’s Derby activities, which were so much fun. Update soon, but check out my coverage on Instagram!)

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May 2, 2015

Obsessing Over…

c/o Vineyard Vines Hat / Dress / Clutch

1. My Derby outfit! Today, I’m hosting the Vineyard Vines “Coast to Coast” Kentucky Derby Viewing Party with Jess, Whitney Reynolds, James Goeke and Marcus Riley, and I’m so excited! The event is taking place at Del Frisco’s in downtown Chicago from 3 to 6 p.m. — If you’re not coming, follow along via Instagram!

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