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Black & White

Remember a while back I told you about how I love discovering new sites & places to shop? Those places that are affordable, super trendy, & basically have all those items you try to stalk on Instagram? The same type of place that isn’t your go-to ShopBop or Revolve Clothing (although I absolutely LOVE both of those sites) that everyone else […]

Amazing Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Essie Nail Polish: always a simple but sweet gift, nail polish is the perfect under $10 gift to give this Valentine’s Day. | Shop My Favorite Nail Polishes: Fiji | Peak Show | Cream Puff | Smoke Red Frends Headphones: for that person always on the go, Frends Headphones make a great gift & come in a variety of colors. Accent Pillow: this “cuddle […]

Public Lives: A Drink With | Secret Recipes: Iced Coffee & Scones

She’s had “A Drink With” everyone from Sophia Bush to John Legend & Chrissy Teigen, Jeremy Piven to The Fat Jewish, Richard Branson to Common, & most recently even a cup of coffee with Adrian Grenier. But today, we’re turning the tables on Hillary Sawchuk of A Drink With and having her share her favorite drink recipe with us: sweetened […]

Where To Eat: La Storia

Chicago is home to some of the best restaurants in the world. New places are constantly opening & others are quickly closing their doors. In a city of foodies it’s extremely difficult for a restaurant to make a name for itself. Yet the team behind Ideology Entertainment group has managed to fill an entire block […]

Homemade Buncha Crunch Recipe

The combination of salty + sweet is one almost everyone craves at some point in time. Which is why it doesn’t come as much of a surprise that moviegoers are obsessed with the combination of popcorn & Buncha Crunch. Throw some of the candies into freshly buttered, warm popcorn & you’re in for a delight. If […]

5 Minute 2 Step Valentine’s Day Dessert

This is recipe may look complex but it’s beyond simple to create. Using just mini candy canes & white chocolate (ok & a touch of sprinkles for some added glamour) you can create these delicious pops in under 5 minutes! Of course, you’ll have to let them dry completely (either 24 hours room temperature or recommended […]

Oversized

Some of my favorite pieces I own don’t come from the standard woman’s department. I’m a sucker for anything oversized (comfort is key!) so I often turn towards the men’s department for cozy knits or the larger sizes as I did with this outfit. I had been searching near & far for a cute sweater […]

5 Cheap & Easy Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Alright, well some of these ideas may be a bit cheesy (literally & figuratively) but they’re super quick, cheap, & easy to create or snag making them an ideal last minute Valentine’s Day gift. “Brie Mine?” Let’s start off with the cheesiest gift idea on here–a wheel of cheese! All you need to purchase for this gift is a wheel […]

Blushing

Coats + accessories are the best way to look chic during cold temperatures. Hats, gloves, shoes, & scarves are some of my favorites to accessorize with. I’m also obsessed with this fuzzy pink coat. It is super old from Forever 21 but I’ve linked a similar option that I love below! xo Shop This Story: Coat (old from Forever 21 but love this one!) | Turtleneck (similar) […]

Valentine’s Day Recipe Roundup

We’ve got tons of recipes for you to bake either for a loved one this Valentine’s Day or to indulge in yourself while you binge on Netflix. Say bye-bye to your two main men, Ben & Jerry, & get creative with the following incredible recipes. Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes: One of our all time favorite recipes for […]