GOLDEN APPLE

 (H&M Top and Necklace, Zara Jeans, Nordstrom Bag, Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses, Trouvé Flats)

Chicago is brightening up, which means my house is overheating and I have to listen to my friend complain about her heat rash for hours on end. Luckily for me, it just means more time spent outside in short sleeves and sunnies. Believe me, I am not a summer person. I would much rather spend all day outside in the snow than slather on an inordinate amount of sunscreen to brave the light of day. This weather has been due for a while, though, and I'm definitely ready to break out my sandals again.

WHY I NEED A REAL COLLARED SHIRT

(Aqua Shirt, Gap Vest, H&M Shorts, Hue Tights, Aldo Booties, Forever 21 Necklace, Vintage watch and ring)

I drew a little inspiration from Liv's post for this look, however, in my mind, it included a crisp, white collared shirt. This shirt is a liar. It has an awkward slit on one side and is so flimsy that I usually just wear it to the beach as a cover-up. Not the best to wear in the winter. The next time I go shopping, I'm coming back with a Brooks Brothers shirt in every color. Hey, a girl can dream, right?

UNSUITED

(Uni Qlo Blazer and Pants, Target T-Shirt, Nordstrom Rack Scarf, Sam Edelman Shoes, Vintage/Homemade watch and bracelets)

I recently returned from an amazing trip to NYC with my mother. With my return, came an unneccesary amount of new clothes. In the months prior, I had starved myself from shopping so I could have the money to spend in NYC. I fell in love with this store called Uni Qlo, where I bought a lot of brand spanking new (and navy) basics. Yes, I know I look like a business woman, but it's nice to pretend I'm old and boring every now and then. 

The New Yorker

(Zara Coat, Top, and Jeans, Aldo Booties, Forever 21 Necklace, Vintage Earrings)

January in Chicago means weekly snowfall and sub-zero temperatures, which make it difficult to stay warm enough to function. Luckily, the world has puffer jackets. I absolutely love this one because it's incredibly warm without adding bulk. This top adds a great pop of color to an otherwise gray and white outfit and sporting a little New Yorker love never hurt anyone, right?

Silky Sheer

(Urban Outfitters Tee, Jolt Jeans, Betsey Johnson Shoes, Forever 21 Necklace, Nordstrom, Forever 21, and dElia's bracelets)

This is one of my absolute favorite shirts. I love that it's casual yet elegant with the mix of fabrics and colors. These jeans also add the perfect pop of color to the monochromatic palette of grays and blacks (which is basically my closet). I couldn't live without them!