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Everything Bagel Grilled Cheese Recipe

There is truly no going wrong with a recipe when the three ingredients include a bagel, cheese (lots of it), & butter. In fact, some of our favorite meals are made from a combination of those ingredients: toasted bagel with butter & melted cheese on a bagel. That’s when we got the idea to combine the two […]

Where To Eat: Eight Bar & Patio

When Maple & Ash opened a few months back it took the Chicago restaurant scene by storm. Located in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast, this steakhouse certainly made a name for itself in a short period of time, something tremendously difficult to do in a city with thousands of restaurants. It’s downstairs & outdoor option, Eight Bar […]

10 Sweaters Under $30

Though the Labor Day sales might be over it seems fall 2016 is here & for once, we don’t have to break the bank building our wardrobe. We’re obsessed with each & everyone of these sweaters for fall & the best part is they’re all under $30! The neutral color palette of them all allows for them to […]

Caramel Apple Granola Bars Recipe

Before we know it fall will be in full swing which means tons of pumpkins, soup, cozy sweaters, & our favorite, caramel apples. This recipe was inspired by the delicious treat as we were looking for a way to incorporate them into our breakfast routine. After one too many regular caramel apples for breakfast the guilt finally set […]

Friday Favorites

Favorite Shirt: We’re beyond obsessed with this “Oh Donut Even” top! Aside from it being absolutely adorable, it’s extremely cozy making it the perfect tee for everyday. Shop This Look: top (similar) | donut mug | donut sweatshirt | donut phone case Favorite Sweet Treat: Sugarfina is known for their incredibly cute candy selection & we can’t get over how great they taste too. […]

Beessential: Better For You Body Care Products

We were immediately intrigued by Beessential’s tagline “Essential Body Care for People that Care” as skincare & beauty products have always been something we’ve cared greatly about. Too many products either harm animals in the process or have shown long-term negative effects on the human body after constant wear. So with products such as lip balm, soap, body wash, lotion, i.e. […]

All The Labor Day Sales You Need To Know About

ANTHROPOLOGIE: Get an extra 40 percent off sale items for a limited time. ASOS: Get 20% off fall styles. BLOOMINGDALE’S: Save up to 60% when you take an extra 20% off sale items. CASETIFY: Buy one, get one 40% off. CLUB MONACO: Get an extra 40 percent off all sale and clearance items with code: FAREWELLSUMMER. FREE PEOPLE: Enjoy 30 percent […]

Chick-Fil-A Pizza Recipe

Pizza is one of our all time favorite foods. Combine that with some of the best fast food (guilty!) out there & you’ve got yourself a food hybrid most can’t even dream of: Chick-Fil-A pizza. Yup, we went there. And now we’re bringing the recipe to YOU! YOU CAN BUY CHICK-FIL-A SAUCE ONLINE: HERE! After all, […]

Bomber Jacket

It’s that time of year when you leave the house for work absolutely freezing & go out to grab lunch & come back sweating. The weather is constantly back & forth & transitional dressing is key. This bomber jacket has been a lifesaver & luckily is one of the biggest trends for this upcoming season (plus the price tag is […]

DIY Flower Garland Tutorial

It’s evident by now that we’re huge fans of any floral DIY. Take our DIY floating pool letters or monogram letters, even a DIY peony soap tutorial. Point is, if it involves flowers & a bit of crafting you can count us in. This DIY however is perfect for everyone as it’s one of our simplest yet. Taking only […]