Gerard Yosca Necklace (Larger version here) and Earrings (c/o) / Alex & Ani New York City, New Jersey and Nantucket Bracelets (c/o) / J.Crew Blazer, Sweater (On sale!) and Skirt (Factory version here and here) / Tory Burch Tote / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o, Use code “kellyinthecity15” to take 15 percent off your order!) / Sole Society Pumps (Also available here)
A few things:
Gerard Yosca Necklace (Larger version here) and Earrings (c/o) / Madewell New York City Map Scarf (Old, similar here) / Garnet Hill Dress (c/o) / Henri Bendel Satchel (c/o) / Moon and Lola Monogrammed Cuff (c/o — And check out the rest of the M&L collection available at Nordstrom!) / Seychelles Booties (c/o — So comfy! Also available here and here)
While it might not look like it in these photos, it’s springtime in Chicago! Okay. We technically have 10 days until the first day of spring. But temperatures are projected to rise to a whopping 54 degrees today. Fifty-four degrees! No more puffers… no more puffers… No more puffers… :)
Cameo Sweater (via ifchic) /Hudson “Collin” Jeans / C.Wonder Pumps (I know. Devastation. RIP C.Wonder. I’m obsessed with this similar pair, though.) / J.Crew Umbrella (Old, similar here) / Kate Spade Bag (Old, similar here and here) / Hazel & Marie Pearl Earrings and Bracelet (c/o) / Clinique Lipstick (“Chubby Peony”)
Recently, I had the pleasure of shopping #ifchic24, ifchic’s 24-hour promotional event that occurs on the 24th of every month. Which is where this adorable Cameo sweater came from. (Huzzah! A Chicagoan can never have too many sweaters.)
How #ifchic24 works:
Today, I’m teaming up with Miriam Merenfeld to give away one of my favorite necklaces. I’ve been wearing her monogrammed jewelry for years now, but the designer recently sent me this Good Luck Token necklace, and I adore it! (I’m a sucker for everything Irish and anything with an elephant on it.) So naturally, I think one of you should have one, too!
J.Crew Factory Sweater (On major sale!) / Hudson “Collin” Jeans /Beau & Ro Bag (c/o) /C.Wonder Pink Suede Pumps (Old, similar here, here, here, here and here) / J.Crew Navy Striped Shirt (Old, but more striped goodness here) / Hazel & Marie Pearl Earrings (c/o) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o, use code “kellyinthecity15” to take 15 percent off your order until March 31st!)
How does one effectively travel from a frozen location to a tropical one without freezing or overheating? I wore this–sans the heels–for my trip from Chicago to Miami a couple of days ago, and goodness. What a hassle. I’m freezing all the time, so traveling in summery clothing really wasn’t an option for me. But arriving in Atlanta (70-degree weather) and then Miami (83-degree weather) in snow boots, a wool sweater, and a puffer coat?
Hahaha.
Let’s get something straight. I am not one of those bloggers who has a picture-perfect home. I just don’t have that eye for design that so many possess. And as Mitch and I plan to buy our first home within the next year or so, we’re currently workin’ the furniture and decor we bought as “kids.” No sense in buying new stuff before a move.
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For most of my adult life, I’ve suffered with sleeping problems. It all started when I was a freshman in college and majorly homesick. I tried everything, from sleeping masks, earplugs, reading, journaling, white noise machines, and counting sheep to listening to calming music, creating to-do lists and turning off all electronics before bed, nixing caffeine and naps, setting schedules, and taking melatonin and vitamin D. But nothing worked.
Lilly Pulitzer Dress (Old, shop newer terry products here) / Michele Benjamin Starfish Necklace (c/o)
Guys, today I’m off to South Beach again. Crazy, I know. But it just so happens that it’s Kim’s bachelorette, and the location is Miami. So be it! I suppose I’ll take one for the team, and get out of this single-digit weather. ;) Woo!
Anyway, I’ll be sure to check back in tomorrow… but for now, I’ll leave you with some photos that didn’t make it into my last round of South Beach posts!
MDW –> MIA
Madewell Skirt (Old, similar here and here) / Hazel & Marie Pearl Necklace and Earrings (c/o — Clearly obsessed.) / J.Crew Factory Sweater (Old, but love these bow sweaters: one, two and three!) / C.Wonder Pumps (Old, similar here, here and here) / Kate Spade Bag (Old, newer style here… and adore these cobalt bags: one, two and three!)
The last few days have been weirdly hectic. Normally, I’m either working out of my tiny home office or a nearby coffee shop. Lately, though, I’ve been racing around the city to complete one project after the next, surviving merely on granola bars and Kit Kats. I’m definitely exhausted… and I’m 100-percent spending tomorrow at my desk in pajamas. (And I may or may not shower.) But it’s been fun.
Garnet Hill Two-Way Cashmere Sweater (c/o) / J.Crew Jeans / Hazel & Marie Pearl Necklace and Earrings (c/o) / Beau & Ro Bag (c/o) / C.Wonder ID Bracelet (Old, similar here) / Shop Prima Donna Pumps (c/o, Old, similar here)
How it took me this long to discover the loveliness of the cashmere sweater, I’m not sure. But holy goodness, guys. I’VE BEEN MISSING OUT.
