If you follow me on Instagram, you know I love a good coffee shop (and apparently I use the same caption every time… see photos below lol)! I do love my Starbucks, but honestly the best coffee around doesn’t come from this kind of chain. Below I am sharing some of my favorite coffee shops from the Chicago ‘burbs! Sparrow Coffee: Hands down, my favorite. … Continue reading Coffee Shop Tour
All products are linked to Nordstrom Rack where they can be purchased. Click the photo for more details. This Nordstrom Rack Madewell sale is no joke. It may just be me, but I feel like Madewell never goes on sale. PLUS, it being at Nordsrom is the perfect way to rack up some Nordstrom points before the N-sale this summer! Below are some of my … Continue reading Madewell Sale
Well, it’s officially time for my quarter life crisis… I am 25! I’m celebrating the only way I know how… CAKE. Being gluten free, I have been seriously deprived of birthday cakes the last few years (so sad). I was so excited to find The Vegan Knife on Amazon… I bought one of her chocolate cake mixes right away. It was SO good. The Vegan … Continue reading Birthday Cake
Scroll to the bottom for my fav. smoothie recipe and a link to Lil Bucks. In the last year, I have been on a total smoothie kick for breakfast or lunch! I always try to include protein, fiber, fat, and some greens in my smoothies. (Thanks Kelly Leveque!) Recently, I came across a new small-business in Chicago, Lil Bucks! These are mini sprouted buckwheat pieces that … Continue reading Smoothie Bowls
All products are linked below and can be viewed by clicking the photo for quick & easy purchase! Spring. I honestly feel like it can be one of the hardest seasons to dress for. You’re so over wearing boots… but it’s way too early for summer heels and sandals. It can also go from being 40 degrees in the morning to 70 in the afternoon… … Continue reading Spring Transitional Pieces
All items are linked and can be viewed in more detail or purchased by clicking each photo. Skin. Care. Honestly, one of my favorite topics. I love buying/trying new products, and LOVE finding a good routine even more. This is my current skincare routine! I have been using this exact routine for about a year, and it has done wonders for my skin. I … Continue reading Skincare Routine
‘Tis the season for Baby Showers & Wedding Showers! The last month or so of my life has been full of them, and I am honestly loving it! There’s nothing better than celebrating love and babies 🙂 This past weekend, my cousin and I hosted a “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” themed shower… complete with a “how we wonder what you are” pun since she doesn’t … Continue reading Baby Shower Inspo
In case you needed more validation that Ikea was heaven on earth- here is a hack for an Instagram-worthy bar cart for under $35! The Ikea Sunnersta Utility Cart can be found in stores or online for $29.99. This cart is a great basic… and super easy to put together. After you have your cart, run to any craft store for a can of gold … Continue reading Ikea Hack
A weekend in Dublin, Ireland: What we did, what we saw, and more importantly… what we ate! Below I am sharing our 4 day Itinerary for Dublin! It was a quick trip, but honestly the perfect amount of time if you ONLY are going to be seeing one city. Friday: 9am: Flight lands in Dublin (We took an overnight flight, which I recommend if … Continue reading Dublin, Ireland
Is that title even something that is humanly possible? Probably not. But here are some outfits I have been LIVING in in order to keep warm during my frigid commutes to the city! Items are either linked to where they were purchased directly, or to a similar item! Blanket Scarf: You may see a trend with clothing that looks like blankets here.. but I walk … Continue reading Cozy in Chicago
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