Kelly in the City

January 27, 2015

Ralph Lauren Blue Oxford

Rocksbox Necklace (Did you see yesterday’s post on Rocksbox? Sign up now with code “kellyinthecityxoxo” and get a free month of membership!) / Ralph Lauren Oxford / J.Crew Skirt (Old, but you can still find it on eBay!) and Earrings / Tory Burch Boots (Sold out, but a few options here!) / Hayden Harnett Tote (Borrowed from Jess) / Michael Kors Watch (WHAT?! No Daniel Wellington today?! Hehe.) / Kate Spade Bangle

CABIN FEVER IS REAL. Goodness, guys. I’ve never had it so badly. With Mitch being out of town, Noodle getting spayed (sorry–TMI), and the frigid temps, I’ve been spending a lot of time indoors, and it’s kind of taken a toll on me.

Yesterday was a great day, though. Nothing particularly spectacular happened… and if we’re being honest here, I didn’t get very much “real work” done. But it was just lovely to get out, see the city, and spend time with Mitch and some of my favorite ladies. (I also worked all Saturday… so… it’s fine, right?!)

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January 26, 2015

Hot Pink Hunter Boots

J.Crew Factory Sweatshirt / Rocksbox Necklace (c/o — Use code “kellyinthecityxoxo” to get a free month of membership!) / Piperlime Faux Fur Infinity Scarf / Hunter Boots / Kate Spade Bag / Zara Leggings / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / J.Crew Earrings and Tuxedo Bracelet (Old)

Another day, another snowfall. That’s how we roll in Chicago. But New York City–yikes. Stay warm, safe and home (if at all possible). I’m thinking of you!

Anyway, how gorgeous is the necklace I’m wearing in today’s photos? (See below, haha. It’s freezing here, and I needed the warmth of the scarf!) It’s from Rocksbox, a service I recently signed up with and am obsessed with. I don’t know about you guys, but I feel like I wear the same statement jewelry over and over again. The stuff is weirdly expensive, and I get tired of pieces quickly… so investing in new ones just seems silly. Rocksbox is amazing, though. It’s just the jewelry box refresh I needed, and it’s a deal. ($19 per month!)

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January 25, 2015

Summer in Chicago, 2009-2011

Admittedly, it’s been a while since I spent a weekend night alone. (Marriage perk: built-in best friend by your side most of the time!) Last night, though, Mitch drove to Wisconsin to take part in our adorable nephew’s birthday celebration… and I stayed here. Sadly, I had to miss the party, as poor Noodle was spayed this past week and is supposed to be “relatively inactive.” (What?! She’s a seven-month-old puppy! #impossiblefeat)

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January 24, 2015

Leopard Print Dress

Joe Fresh Dress (Old, similar here, here, here and here) / Lilly Pulitzer Bow Belt (Old, similar here and here) / Kate Spade Bag (Old, similar here) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Fornash Bracelet (c/o) / J.Crew Earrings / Shop Prima Donna Pumps (c/o, Old, similar here)

The ironic part about this post is that I have no intention whatsoever of “going wild” this weekend. Noodle was just spayed (poor thing!) and Mitch is still getting over something, so all’s quiet on the Larkin front.

But this is another dress that I packed for our nights out in the East Village last week. It’s a little crazy for me, but I found it at Joe Fresh a year or two ago for $10. ($10!) Kind of like all those H&M and Forever21 purchases we’ve made over the years. Why not give it a try, right?

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January 23, 2015

Obsessing Over – My New Cruiser, etc…

1. My new cruiser. My in-laws (along with the help of Mitch and my brother-in-law) restored an old cruiser from the 1960s or 70s for me for Christmas, and I’m completely in love! It’s certainly one of the most thoughtful gifts I’ve ever received (along with this hand-drawn map of Ocean City, this book, and Go-Go My Walking Pup), and I’m beyond touched. Thank you so much, guys. :)

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January 22, 2015

You’re Invited: The Junior League 27th Annual Snowball

Guys, the 27th annual black tie (optional) Snowball, hosted by the Junior Council and the Robert & Ann H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, is almost here! It’s for such a good cause, and I hope you can make it!

The event, which benefits the pediatric and adolescent HIV and AIDS programs at the hospital, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 7th from 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. at Union Station. Mitch and I–along with Jess of The Golden Girl, her amazing boyfriend Neal, and our new friend Christine of Life with a Side of Coffee–will be there… and we’d love to dance the night away with you. Tickets start at $145, and they’re still available!

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January 22, 2015

Tory Burch Almond Riding Boots

Madewell Top (Old, similar here, and loving this similar dress!) / Henri Bendel Satchel (c/o) / Anthropologie Leggings (Old, similar here, but please get these, too! Just don’t sleep in them. #lintmonster) / Tory Burch Boots (Sold out, but try these!) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / J.Crew Bracelet (Old, similar here), Necklace (Old, but here’s my current J.Crew necklace obsession) and Earrings / Kate Spade Sunnies (Old, newer styles here)

These photos were taken on Tuesday–our last day in New York–and I was exhausted. “Good exhausted,” of course, but comfy leggings (pants for girls who prefer to spend their days in pajamas!) were beyond necessary. Even though we were visiting my dad at his office in the Financial District: the land of pencil skirts and pumps.

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January 21, 2015

J.Crew Elephant Skirt in Tribeca

J.Crew Skirt (Sold out, girls’ version here. Order up!) and Tissue Turtleneck / Henri Bendel Tote (c/o) / J.Crew Factory Bow Flats / Moon and Lola Earrings (c/o) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Joyiia Bracelet (c/o)

Style blogging is a funny thing. For many, many reasons, haha… but one of my favorite reasons is because of the weird and awkward situations I regularly find myself in during shoots. Like I’ve said before, Mitch and I have our “sessions”—which probably isn’t the correct word to use here, as they’re usually just a few photos snapped during our walks around the city together—down to under two minutes. But I’m constantly surprised as to how many strange things can happen during such a short period of time!

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January 20, 2015

Dachshund Hat in Tompkins Square Park, NYC

Lexington Co. Sweater (c/o) / Henri Bendel Tote (c/o) / C.Wonder Dachshund Hat / Tory Burch Boots (Try these!) / J.Crew Necklace and Earrings /BlankNYC Jeans (I’m wearing the “Spray-On”) / Kate Spade Sunnies (Old, newer styles here) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Joyiia Bracelet (c/o)

It’s our last day in NYC, so let’s keep this short. I can’t believe we only have one day left! Insert distressed emoji, haha. I’m definitely sad to leave, but it’s been a fabulous trip–and I can’t wait to share what few photos I took once we’re back in Chicago. (Have you ever gone on a trip and just not felt like taking out your camera? Sometimes it’s really nice to capture the experience in your mind instead of on film, don’t you think?)

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January 19, 2015

The Dress I Wear to See the Parents

Leona Dress (c/o) / C.Wonder Pumps (Old, current styles here, similar styles here and here) / J.Crew Necklace (Old, new obsession here), Earrings and Bracelet (Old, similar here) / Lilly Pulitzer Belt (Old, similar here) /Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o)

So tired, guys. I feel like I come to this conclusion relatively often, and yet I never learn: I’m simply not 25 anymore. And I can’t run like a 25-year-old can. Good grief.

Back to what’s going on back in NYC, though. :) A whole lot of eating. These photos were taken in Chicago at NoMI (thanks, Park Hyatt!) but this is what I changed into late last night for dinner at Cara Mia in the Theater District with the parents. (Had to change. Was soaked. So thankful the monsoon has stopped!)

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