LOFT Cardigan (c/o) / J.Crew Shirt, Bracelet, Jeans (but I have my eye on this pair and this pair) and Earrings / Coach Bag / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / C.Wonder Pink Suede Pumps (Old, similar here, here, here and here) / Emma McKinstry Necklace (Mine has our wedding date!) / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair by Tory Burch and this pair from Ray-Ban!) / Moon and Lola Earrings (c/o)

One thing I learned very early on this year is that getting dressed in the morning is really important when you work from home. Or it is for me, at least. In the beginning, I spent most of my day in pajamas, reveling in the fact that I could shower whenever I wanted instead of at the crack of dawn. But I soon realized that getting ready–and looking semi-presentable–helps my productivity immensely, even if face-to-face interactions aren’t on the sched.

Vineyard Vines Tunic (Old, but love this newer VV tunic!) / J.Crew Jeans and Pearl Earrings / Hayden Harnett Tote (c/o — See other HH bags here!) /GH Bass Loafers (Sold out, but similar here, and how cute is the white version?!) / Marc Jacobs Watch / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair by Tory Burch and this pair from Ray-Ban!) / Fornash Bracelet (c/o)

What a fun weekend. On Friday, Mitch and I went to dinner and happy hour with his friends from work, and yesterday, we walked around the neighborhood with coffees, and caught the Bulls game at a local pub. (Yes. Instead of the Art Institute, haha.) Last night, we saw Sufjan Stevens play at the Chicago Theatre (so good!), and today, we’re brunchin’ in Southport. :)

L.L. Bean Signature Striped Top (Love the Sailor’s Shirt and the zip version, too!), Driving Mocs, Bucket Bag (Love the whole Somerset collection!) and Chambray Hat (c/o) / J.Crew Jeans (but I have my eye on this pair and this pair) and Pearl Earrings / Miriam Merenfeld Monogrammed Necklace (c/o) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o — Other styles here) / Kate Spade Bangle (Old, but love this Sailor’s Knot Bangle!) and Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch!)

The past few days have been filled with nothing but grown up stuff. From errands, spring cleaning and home improvements to investments, record-keeping and home loans–this girl is simultaneously exhausted and bored, and also wanting to smash her desk and cell phone to pieces. Needless to say, she’s ready for some weekend fun!

SheInside Blazer (c/o) / Sole Society Pumps / Garnet Hill Sweater (c/o) / Hudson Jeans / Tory Burch Tote (Medium version here; small version here) / Hazel & Marie Pearl Necklace (c/o) / Moon and Lola Tortoise Bangle (c/o) / J.Crew Pearl Earrings / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch!)

Now that the weather is a bit nicer, Mitch and I have gotten into the habit of meeting each other downtown after work instead of at home. He takes the subway from his school in the “Uptown” neighborhood, and I take the subway from Lincoln Park. It’s a great way to reclaim our days, and make us feel like there’s more to Monday through Thursday than just work. :)