Midi Skirt Inspiration

In a recent swap on BISTM, I traded Johanna a polka dot top for her blue midi skirt and I am very happy with the outcome. I have been relying on midi skirts quite a bit this summer because the length is appropriate for the office but still keeps me cool when I venture out into the heat for a lunch break. I couldn't pass up this skirt because it's my absolute favorite color blue (see bridesmaid dresses) and I loved the button details down the front.

I am always looking for style inspiration so I collected a few of my favorite ways that fellow bloggers wore their blue midi's in order to create a look that was all my own.

merch maven // cotton and curls // what i wore

(i spy a 4-legged photo bomber....)

Top: Target // Skirt: Forever 21 (similar) // Bag: Fashion Q // Bracelets: Target // Necklace: Target // Sunnies: Old Navy

What do you think of the midi style? 

You're Invited: Peek Grand Opening!

As two girls who aren't afraid to instill a passion for fashion at a young age, we were excited to hear about a great new kids store opening in Chicago. In just a few days, Peek, Aren’t You Curious, Inc., opens its first city boutique in the heart of Bucktown. Peek, a premium children’s clothing designer and manufacturer, will open with the brand’s complete collection of clothing, accessories, and shoes for girls and boys, ages 0-12. 

Join Tina Canales, owner and CEO of Peek, on Wednesday, April 30th, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM, with hosts Kelly Aiglon of “Red Tricycle”, Kara Gordon of Magnificent Milestones, and Johanna Grange of “101 Things I Love” for an event filled with childhood inspired treats from Boutique Bites and hand-crafted cocktails created by Revae Schneider of Femme Du Coupe. 

Be among an exclusive group to experience the new store during an evening that will include fun for all, big and small, with a portion of sales benefiting Snow City Arts.

Want to attend the VIP opening event? We would like to offer a spot on the guest list to the first 25 people that RSVP! Email ipalmer@skirtpr.com and tell her that Sisters Marie sent you ;)

For more information, visit the Peek website, on Facebook, Twitter (@PeekKids), Instagram (@PeekKids), and Pinterest.

Because We Enjoyed Blogger Brunch (Part 2)

We are still daydreaming about the better than Martha brunch we attended 2 weeks ago. Mary of Sportsanista hosted a group of Chicago fashion bloggers at her lovely home in the west loop and we really enjoyed the intimacy of it all. 

Even though we see each other at various events around the city, it's hard to have a real conversation because there's always so much going on (outfit posting and shopping, the usual) so this was a great opportunity to get to know the girls outside of their blogs.

Here are some of the brunch details that made us swoon:

"Just add champs"

A gorgeous Spring table setting in turquoise and green

Simple yet such elegant details

Blueberry & Bacon Pancake Muffins

Scones with tasty Rare Bird Preserves (Chicago ladies, you must check them out!)

Rustic personalized place settings with a mini greek yogurt, fruit & granola 

Can't wait to see these ladies rock our T's! (zahra, jess, jill, mary, johanna, jess)

Probably talking about a very serious Instagram matter...

Our personal favorite

Only 100 different takes to make it happen ;)

A few iPhone views…the avocado eggs were uh-mazing, not to mention baked brie!  

Thanks again, Mary! Xo