Because Kaitlyn Went to a Bachelorette Party!

Dress: Golden Tote (swap w/Lisa) // Jacket: Target (similar) // Scarf: Walgreens (crazy, right?) // Booties: ℅ Just Fab

Bag: ℅ Just Fab // Bracelet: Forever21 // Rings: Lili Claspe & T+J Designs

For a day that's filled with so many different activities, it can be hard to know what to wear. This was a a nice afternoon with a chilly night ahead and bachelorette plans included chocolate tasting, spa treatments, dinner and late night drinks. 

So, I went for casual chic with the (perfect) twirling dress, a scarf for warmth and stashed tights in my purse in case things got crazy (which isn't rare in this city!) BTW, I'm officially in a love affair with these booties -- Is that weird? They are amazing ;)

Here's a few shots from the day. The group was a good mix of family and friends and it was really nice getting to know everyone…even nicer that our bonding started with endless kinds of chocolate. I might be lying if I said there wasn't any plate licking…

Because Lisa Went to the T+J Designs Holiday Party!

You saw yesterday that Kaitlyn & myself attended the T+J Designs Holiday Party last Wednesday night in Chicago.

What's not to love about a jewelry party on a roof top in Chicago complete with signature drinks, passed apps, and all our favorite Chicago bloggers and friends?!

Here is what I wore:


I'm so obsessed with the plaid trend right now, when I saw these shorts I scooped them right up! 
I kept the styling neutral with a black top, black tights, emerald heels, and gold jewelry. 

Top: H&M // Shorts: Piperlime // Shoes & Bag: c/o Just Fab // Tights: Walgreens // Necklace: House of Gemmes // Watch: c/o Timex // Cuff, Rings, & Chain Bracelet: T+J Designs // Earrings: Just Fab 

I love so many T+J Designs styles, but their rings are always the first thing I shop. I have about 6 styles right now and I have a few more on my holiday wish list. What can I say, I am slightly ring obsessed (ok, or extremely!)

Here are Corri McFadden's favorite styles. I love how many bold statement pieces she chose, gotta love a necklace that looks just as fab with a tee, jeans, and a blazer as it does with a LBD. 

Just wait for all the new earrings to be uploaded on their site... I'll be picking up about four of their new styles there too. 

Kaitlyn and I do not boast about something unless we truly love it. I stand by my opinions and I feel that Jennifer and Tiffany really know what they are doing when it comes to what is current, classic, and beautiful in jewelry designs and styles. 

Some of my favorite ladies in Chicago:

Tiffany & Jennifer of T+J Designs, Zahra of Love Zahra, Janet of Fashion-a-holic, 
Corri McFadden, Mel Muoio, & myself with Kaitlyn 

This was such a fun event to attend. Thank you to Jennifer and Tiffany for the invite and feeding our love for jewelry and sales! ;)

Have you shopped T+J Designs lately?

Because We Love Mario Tricoci

We were thrilled to be invited and attend the 4th annual Mario Tricoci Beauty Resolution Event. What girl could say no to a night of pampering, complete with wine and the most amazing mini burgers you've ever tasted. Seriously, we must find out their secret. 

What we wore:

Top: Piperlime(swap w/Lisa. Similar), Jeans: Gap 1969, Belt: Buckle (I think! I've had it for years. Similar), Booties: Fergie for DSW(Similar), Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: LOFT

Top: Swap w/Kaitlyn (Forever 21), Shorts: Free People, Belt: Express, Tights: Walgreens, Booties: C/O Just Fab, Necklace: Francescas, Stackable Rings: Shop Jules, Silver ring: Lia Sophia, Chain Ring: Tiffanys & CO Bracelet: C/O House of Gemmes

There were many wonderful services to choose from at the event including blowouts, facials and massages, but Lisa and I both opted for the signature manicure because it lasts the longest and that way we could gossip during. The nail techs were great...in fact, we absolutely loved them, mostly because we had a full on reality TV discussion. Our favorite quote regarding Lisa's favorite show, the Housewives of (whatever): "They've not housewives! They don't even vacuum!" 

We'll definitely be going back :)

Here are some more fun shots from the night:

Do you rely on Mario for any of your beauty services?