AIN'T NO SUNSHINE WHEN SHE'S GONE

(Soprano Dress via Nordstrom Rack, Forever 21 Sunglasses, Sam Edelman Sandals, Vintage Rings and Watch and Bracelets and Necklace)

Florida was in short, warm and humid and tropical and beautiful... not all that different from Chicago right now (minus the tropical). Back home it's hot and I believe still March, not July. I missed Isabelle and her loud and loving humor. It's always nice to get away, but coming back home is inexplicably satisfying.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Yes, we know, we're not exactly bloggers of the year. The issue with supply and demand of posts will be resolved as soon as possible, we promise! Here, we are starting fresh, with the hopeful promise of regular posts and smiles. We love all of our devoted readers for sticking with us through these homework/term paper/winter times. And, on the subject of love...
Happy Valentine's Day!

(Jason Wu for Target Cardigan, Forever 21 Tank, Target Skirt, Aldo Booties, Vintage watch)

(Forever 21 Dress, Urban Outfitters Belt, CVS tights, Born Oxfords, Anne Klein Watch)

A New Year

 (Theory top, Lily White skirt, Frenchi tights, Missoni for Target heels, vintage earrings)

(Vintage dress, Nordstrom belt, gifted earrings)

Happy New Year! We hope that everyone had a fantastic 2011 and will have an even greater 2012. Here's to sequins, sparkles, and amazing new memories in twenty twelve!

PEPPERMINT MOCHAS, PLEASE?

 (Rubbish Sweaterdress, Lily White skirt, Velvet sweater, Steve Madden Flats, Forever 21 Necklace) 

Wintertime means peppermint mochas are back in season at Starbucks, and they are always one of my favorite accessories around this time of year. Besides hot coffee, layering is a great and simple way to stay warm once the snow starts falling. This gray sweater is an absolute staple in my wardrobe because it's warm and pulls so many outfits together. Throw on a bright scarf and you're good to go!

ALL BLACK AT COLOR CARNIVALE

(Elie Tahari vest- stolen from my mother and worn backwards, H&M shorts, Missoni for Target heels, Street Level bag)

Recently, my friend Carah turned sixteen, so she was dragged to Carnivale for dinner to celebrate. I went in all black, a contrast to the gorgeous and colorful interior. I don't think I've ever seen so many colors at once!
My mother lent me her velvet vest with this great pattern. It has buttons all down the front, so I improvised and wore it backwards as a shirt. I'm also in love with these heels. They're thick enough to walk in without tripping but manage not to look like something your grandmother would wear.

DOUBLE TROUBLE: WINTER COATS

(Liv: Miss Sixty Coat, Steve Madden Flats, Scarf stolen from her mother's closet; Isabelle: dElia's coat, Aldo Boots, Jolt jeans)

Chicago likes to confuse us with sunny days and freezing temperatures. Luckily we know how to outsmart it. These are the black wool coats that every true Chicagoan has in his/her closet. The wool keeps us warm in the brisk temperatures but not warm enough to keep the snow from leaking through the wool.  Now that it's December, here comes winter: time to start baking gingerbread men and looking for the perfect Christmas tree.

 

RED JEANS AND STERLING RINGS

(Zara Sweater, Jolt Jeans, Aldo Boots, Guess Ring, Bracelet from p.45)

I love these deep red jeans so much that I simply can't get enough of them. Surprisingly, they manage to go with almost everything in my closet at the moment and add a great pop of color to any outfit. I spent yesterday afternoon ogling the Christmas windows at Macy's while shopping for gifts for everyone on my list. Red and white definitely remind me of the holiday season!

CASUAL MONDAY

 

(Rubbish shirt, Jolt jeans, Steve Madden flats, dElia's bracelet, Forever 21 necklace) 

I often wake up on Mondays too tired to start my day and end up slapping the snooze button two or three or seventeen times instead. This does not always work out well for a girl who needs to be at school by 8. Since I get ready in a rush, I like my style laid-back and relaxed for the day. I make up for it by dressing up on Fridays.

It was a little cold outside but still not cold enough. It's surprisingly warm for November and I hate it. I'm dreaming of a white Christmas!