Vineyard Vines Tartan Cashmere Button-Down c/o / White House Black Market Skirt c/o / J.Crew Bracelet (Old, similar here, here and here) / Nina Pumps c/o / Fornash Necklace c/o (But love this one!) / Moon and Lola Earrings c/o (Also love these classic pearl studs. Shipping is free!)
Every year, Mitch and I try really hard to plan a Christmas dinner for just the two of us. It’s difficult, though. While we love the holidays and all the parties, events and traveling that come along with ’em, they can be ridiculously busy!
We also have a running joke that nearly every Christmas dinner we’ve ever “successfully accomplished” has been a huge disaster. For example, at the first one, I burst out in tears at the table because I was so terribly sad that Mitch and I weren’t spending the holidays together. (We’d only been dating for a few months at this point. He was going to Illinois to be with his family, and I was going to Vermont to be with mine.) And then there was the time that our food was so bad that we had a tough time getting it down. And who can forget the dinner we tried to make at home? RIP little fire extinguisher. ;)
Last weekend, after gawking at the beautiful townhouses on Burling Street, Mitch and I were feeling really festive. We got all dressed up and decided that while it was pretty early in the month, it was the perfect night for our Christmas dinner. So we walked to Chicago Q, a beautiful barbecue restaurant in the city’s Gold Coast neighborhood. (Its white-washed walls and East Coast decor reminds me so much of home!) And it truly was perfect: tons of ribs, wine and laughing. Maybe doing it early is the secret we’ve been looking for. Stress-free and easy!
I wore my favorite holiday shirt from Vineyard Vines, which is made of cashmere so it’s a lot softer, warmer and cozier than the typical holiday tops. (Why are they always made of taffeta? So chilly!) While it looks great with jeans or dressier pants, I also love that it pairs well with festive skirts.
Like this one from White House Black Market! It’s my first midi skirt, and I’m in love. Because I’m not the tallest girl, I always thought I’d look silly in midi skirts… but I don’t know. I’m feeling more fun and festive in it than silly! It definitely added to the magic of the night. ;) And bonus? It really didn’t wrinkle! (#Winner)
If Mitch and I manage to go out together again before we head home on December 19th, do you guys have any Chicago restaurant recommendations?! We’re looking for a cheery, festive atmosphere! :) Thanks, guys!
Such a bold and beautiful statement outfit… every detail is amazing. Loving all the textures, materials, and patterns! (PS I could talk about that skirt ALL day)
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Such a bold and beautiful statement outfit… every detail is amazing. Loving all the textures, materials, and patterns! (PS I could talk about that skirt ALL day)
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Gorgeous!! I love the plaid and stripe combo.
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I’m in love with that skirt! And I love that you two try to have a Christmas dinner just the two of you!! I feel like date nights get pushed aside the whole holiday season – making sure you have at least one is so special!
What a perfect Christmas outfit! I absolutely LOVE your necklace. The sparkly details amongst the pearls are gorgeous!
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Obsessed with your outfit! Also love the cute tradition you have :)
-E
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Oh my god, could you be cuter?! Love the pattern mixing and those twirling shots!! PS. I hear there’s a beautifully decorated tree at the Chicago Athletic Association… :)
xoxo,
Lauren at http://www.lakeshorelady.com/
Oh my god, could you be cuter?! Love the pattern mixing and those twirling shots!! PS. I hear there’s a beautifully decorated tree at the Chicago Athletic Association… :)
xoxo,
Lauren at http://www.lakeshorelady.com/
This outfit is so cute, Kelly! I love the print mixing!
xoxo,
Katie
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I love that you and Mitch have such a cute holiday tradition! I’m super into traditions.
Love the plaid with the stripes!
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I love that the top is made of cashmere, so smart for staying warm on chilly nights! I also love how you mixed the patterns!
Laura | Laura Aime Vous
That skirt is AMAZINGGGG. You can definitely pull off a midi skirt!
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You are the cutest! Love this from tip to toe, Kelly! I have a great giveaway up on my blog, I hope you will check it out!
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What a great combination of patterns! Never would I thought to combine them, thanks for the tip :). Your look is really festive!
Adorable outfit, I love the patterns together! Glad you enjoyed Chicago Q, it’s one of my husband’s favorites ;)
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