It’s been a while since I did one of these, huh?! Well, let’s get right to it:
1. The new Style Cities widget from Farfetch. It’s a quiz that lets you know what city best suits your personal style. (Surprise, surprise. I got New York, haha.) Once you get your results, you can explore your city and share the badge on your blog. You can also display the widget on your blog by clicking on the </> symbol and copying the HTML code!
LOFT Skirt, Shirt and Anorak Jacket (c/o) / C.Wonder Pink Suede Pumps (Old, similar here, here, here and here) / Moon and Lola Earrings (c/o) / Marley Lilly Scalloped Monogrammed Necklace (c/o) / Henri Bendel Tote (c/o) / Hazel & Marie Pearl Bracelet (c/o) / Kate Spade Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch!)
Hold up, everyone. Yesterday was magical. Thunderstorms came and went all day, but temperatures were in the 70s… and all the Chicago shops and restaurants opened their windows and doors. And I wore a skirt to dinner with my girlfriends.
DV by Dolce Vita Oxfords (Old, similar here, here and here) / Ann Taylor Loft Cardigan / J.Crew Toothpick Jeans and Pearl Earrings / Gap Popover (Shirt of the season. I wear it so often that I think I need a second!) / Madewell Transport Tote (On sale at Nordstrom!) / Alex & Ani New York City, New Jersey and Nantucket Bracelets (c/o) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Miriam Merenfeld Monogrammed Necklace (c/o)
Mitch and I are supposed to be in Charleston this week, but our travel plans fell through at the last minute. We were pretty bummed about it at first, as we’d been looking forward to the trip for a long time, and really wanted to go away for Mitch’s spring break. UNTIL WE REALIZED THE MAGNIFICENCE OF THE EXTENDED STAYCATION.
Barbour Quilted Beadnell (Mine’s the “Polarquilt” version, but you can find the “Summer” version here) / Madewell Transport Tote (ON SALE! Backordered, but on sale here, too!) / Sperrys (c/o — Leather version available here from Shopbop! Use code “SPRING25” to take 25 percent off.) / J.Crew Chambray Shirt, Toothpick Jeans and Pearl Earrings / Kate Spade Pearl Necklace (Similar here) and Tortoise Sunglasses (Old, but love this similar pair from Tory Burch!)
Edit: Nordstrom is offering price matching! The Transport tote is backordered, but you can still get it on sale here. :) Thanks for the tip, Laura!
I mentioned this yesterday, but the Madewell Transport Tote almost never goes on sale. But it’s part of the Shopbop sale. Sadly, the brown one I’m carrying in these photos sold out ridiculously quickly yesterday, but the black one–and the brown reversible one–are still available, as are some other beautiful leather Madewell bags. How perfect is the Glasgow Satchel?! (And remember: you can’t monogram through Shopbop, but you can easily bring your bag into a Madewell store to have it done. A few times a year, the brand actually offers free monogramming!)
Use code “SPRING25” to take 25 percent off your Shopbop order now through April 9th. But hurry… products sell out quickly! (See my picks here.)
The Shopbop Friends & Family sale is on. From now until May 9th, use code “SPRING25” to take 25 percent off your order! The retailer offers free two-day shipping through Amazon Prime, and the discount applies to a ton of brands that don’t normally go on sale. Some exclusions apply, but below are some of my faves. :)
My eyes are on this Penfield jacket, this Marysia scalloped bikini in white, this pair of scalloped chambray shorts from Club Monaco, and the Madewell Transport Tote in black. (Which also comes in brown.) The Transport Tote doesn’t go on sale in stores, so now’s the time to nab it! While you can’t monogram through Shopbop, you can bring it into Madewell and they’ll do it for you. (Oh! And my favorite jeans are included in the promotion! Go one size up from what you wear in J.Crew Toothpicks.)
Happy shopping!
Barbour Fly Fishing Rows Jacket (Visit the Lincoln Park Barbour Store at 2042 North Halsted Street or call 773-360-7926 to order), Leather Tarras Bag, Vision Slim Fit Jeans, and Braye Sweater (c/0) / GH Bass Kiltie Loafers (c/o) / Kate Spade Sunnies (Old, similar here) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Miriam Merenfeld Monogrammed Necklace (c/o)
The best part of my day is around 5 p.m., when Noodle and I meet Mitch at the halfway point of his walk home from work. The neighborhood is its busiest at that time, and I love experiencing the hustle and bustle. Obviously, though, catching up with Mitch is even better. ;) Noodle goes crazy when she finally spots him, and it takes her a good five minutes to calm down. She’s usually so happy to see him that she cries! It’s the cutest.
SheInside Poncho Turtleneck Sweater (c/o) / J.Crew Striped Turtleneck (50 percent off the sale price with code “SHOPNOW”), Jeans and Pearl Earrings / Campos Bag (c/o) / C.Wonder Pumps (I know. Devastation. RIP C.Wonder. I’m obsessed with this similar pair of silver heels, though.) / Kate Spade Tortoise Sunglasses (Old, similar here) / Michael Kors Watch (Old, similar silver Michael Kors watch here and here — on sale!) / Ralph Lauren Bracelet
Spring is a great season, but it’s a tricky one, too. I constantly make the wrong decision every morning. One day it’s freezing and damp, and I’m shivering in my little dress and light jacket. The next, it’s warm and sunny, and I’m overheating in the sweater I chose after being traumatized by the previous day. The struggle is real. ;)
Guys, in exactly two weeks (April 19th), the Lilly Pulitzer for Target line hits stores and the Target website. I’m so excited about collaboration, and I definitely think that Lilly herself would have approved. Long known for embracing and spreading happiness, the brand will now be available to everyone. :) All products are under $150, with most pieces ranging from $20 to $40. There are also plus sizes!
And have you seen the new mobile- and desktop-accessible Lilly x Target app?! Click “experience the party” and click around. It’s amazing! Watch the behind-the-scenes video, too.
Check out my favorites from the the limited collection below, and view the full look book here. My eyes are on the wedges ($36), shift dress in “Fan Dance” ($38), lawn chairs ($60) and pillows ($25). Sigh.
DRESSBAR Dress (c/o) / Henri Bendel Tote (c/o — Have you seen the new colors?!) / C.Wonder Pumps (Old, similar here, here and here) / J.Crew Bracelet and Pearl Earrings
Easter has always been one of my favorite holidays, as my parents made it so special when I was little. It was the perfect excuse for my mother to decorate the house in bunnies (her favorite animal), serve chocolate at every meal, and dress her children in coordinating outfits. Think: jumpers, bonnets, knee socks, white patent leather Mary Janes, and collared dresses. I remember feeling like a princess in those dresses!
Julie Brown Designs Dress (c/o) / Hunter Boots / Tory Burch Tote (Medium size here; small size here) / Kate Spade Necklace (Old, but current Kate Spade bow necklace obsession here!) /Alex & Ani New York City, New Jersey and Nantucket Bracelets (c/o)
These are the photos of a girl who spent a good 30 minutes straightening her unruly locks, got stuck in a morning rainstorm, and was then left with a half-straight, half-curly mess for the rest of the day.
Yuck.
Oh, and she forgot a change of shoes.
