Kelly in the City

January 18, 2015

New York

During the holidays, Mitch and I have to be pretty creative about the gifts we get for each other. There simply isn’t a lot of space in our tiny abode… and who wants to be drowning in stuff? It’s no way to live! (Actually, we’re kind of drowning in what little stuff we have, which is why I’m currently partaking in the “Japanese Closet Clean-Out” thing.)

Experiences, though? For the win. They don’t create clutter, and let’s be serious, here: they’re way better than physical things. In the words of Lyle Lovett, “I don’t go for fancy cars, diamond rings or movie stars. I go for penguins.”

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January 17, 2015

J.Crew Herringbone Vest

J.Crew Herringbone Vest (Old, but try eBay!), Necklace (Old, new obsession here), Earrings and Hat (Old, similar here) /Sorel Boots (Also available here. My version is old, but I love the newer pink style! Also available here and here!) /Henri Bendel Tote (c/o) /Old Navy Cable Knit Sweater (Best sweater ever. Buy it!) /Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Madewell Jeans (c/o)

Oh, the J.Crew Herringbone Excursion Vest. Are we over it, or do we still love it? I still kind of still love it. ;) Both the original and the Factory versions are sold out, but you can still find it on eBay. Pretty funny that my photos in a bunch of the listings! You can see how I’ve styled it in the past here, here and here. Though please excuse the last set of photos, as they’re from the era when I didn’t wear makeup. (Yikes. Who knew what a little lipstick, eyeliner and blush could do?!)

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January 16, 2015

NoMI Chicago (And Resolutions, Part 2)

Lilly Pulitzer Sweater (A sale find!) / Vera Bradley Scarf (c/o) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Kate Spade Clutch (Old, similar here) and Bangle / J.Crew Earrings / Zara Leggings (Similar here) / Prima Donna Pumps (c/o — Sold out, similar here)

Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of spending the day downtown at NoMI (the award-winning restaurant at the Park Hyatt Chicago) with Jess, Blair, Lauren and Erin. It was my first time there, and I was absolutely blown away by how gorgeous both the hotel and restaurant were! The next time you’re in the city, you have to go. NoMi has been rated as one of the best restaurants in the world, and it has some pretty amazing views, too. Check it. ;) The food is truly outstanding!

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January 16, 2015

Obsessing Over…

1. Casetify. You can personalize your own cell phone cases! I recently paired up with Casetify to design a Noodle case, and had such a fun time doing it. (Haha, I know. I’m crazy.) It hasn’t arrived yet, but above is the preview. Design your own here! It’s really easy–you can either upload your photos directly to Casetify or have the site grab them from your Instagram or Facebook accounts. Love it. (Use code “3WDG6G” to take $10 off your order.)

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January 15, 2015

Patagonia Retro-X Vest Sale

Patagonia Vest (New style ON SALE here and here, and jacket version here. See more options below!) / Zara Leggings / L.L.Bean Boots (Make sure to read my “Guide to Buying L.L.Bean Boots” Post!) / C. Wonder Tote (Old, similar here, here, here and here), Shirt (Old, similar here) and Bracelet (Old, similar here and here.) / Kate Spade Sunnies (Old, newer styles here and here) / J.Crew Earrings and Camp Socks

Have you read my “Guide to Buying L.L.Bean Boots” post?

Guys, a little heads up. The Patagonia Retro-X Vest (my favorite vest besides the J.Crew Excursion Vest) is on sale! I thought I got the best deal ever when I nabbed mine for $139 last summer, but it’s currently listed at $142.90, which is an incredible price–especially considering it’s January. Take my advice and go for it! It’s rarely discounted. Woo! Happy day.

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January 15, 2015

New Year’s Resolutions (1)

(Photo courtesy of Gold Coast Girl)

Fair warning: This is LONG. ;)

Last weekend, I attended a blogger brunch–put together by my friends Tomissa and Maya–at Range, an adorable restaurant in Lincoln Park. Of course, a big part of why the event was organized was simply to get everyone together after the holiday break. (So fun!) But it also served a larger purpose: to get us thinking about our goals for 2015, and spark discussion about how we’ve found success in the past.

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January 14, 2015

Art Institute of Chicago

Leona Dress (c/o) / J.Crew Tissue Turtleneck (Also check out the striped version… and the Factory version!) and Earrings (Super old. But I love these similar earrings from Moon and Lola!) / Kate Spade Tote and Bracelet / HUE Sweater Tights / DV by Dolce Vita Booties (Old, similar here, here and here) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o)

Last weekend, Mitch and I visited the Art Institute of Chicago for the first time. (Actually, it was my first time; Mitch’s zillionth, haha.) My brother- and sister-in-law got us memberships for Christmas, which was such an amazing gift.

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January 13, 2015

Tips For How to Survive a Chicago Winter

Sorel Boots (Also available here. My version is old, but I love the newer pink style! Also available here and here!) / Vineyard Vines Navy Puffer Jacket (Old, similar here) / Asos Blanket Scarf (c/o, Old, but super similar here and here… and I love this one!) / Madewell Tote / J.Brand Jeans (Old, similar here) and Anthropologie Fleece-Lined Leggings underneath! / J.Crew Factory Hat (Old, but love this one!) / Lands’ End Monogrammed Gloves

It’s no secret that it’s quite (quite!) cold here right now. To be fair, though, this winter is apparently a lot better than last year’s. I mean, yes–the Chicago Public Schools system closed its doors last Wednesday and Thursday due to the frigid temps, but we’ve really only had several weeks of torture so far. Last year, everything started much earlier. So I’m thankful!

That said, I’d be lying if I said I’m enjoying this. I’m not, haha. It really stinks, Especially when you have a puppy, and need to be outside constantly. (Friends and family, I’d like to publicly thank you for regularly calling and texting to make sure I’m alive. ;) Love you.)

There are, however, a few things I’ve found to be extremely helpful in my quest to survive my first Chicago winter:

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January 11, 2015

The Sweater of the Year

Old Navy Sweater ($19.99!) / Lisi Lerch Necklace (c/o) / J.Crew Jeans (Old, similar here and here) and Earrings / Madewell Transport Tote / Kate Spade Sunnies (Old, newer styles here) and Bow Ring (Old, but love this one!) / Daniel Wellington Watch (c/o) / Chinese Laundry Booties

In the fall, I did a shoot for The Every Girl in which I styled a few pieces from Old Navy’s winter line. (So much fun, by the way. And the beginning of my #blogwife friendship with Jess. Awwww.) It was then that I discovered this sweater–the sweater that Maya and I are calling “The Sweater of the Year.”

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January 9, 2015