Impromptu Outfit Post

Snapped a few shots of one of my wedding weekend looks. This has been my go to top of spring/summer. Maybe it's the shade of sea blue or the lion's mane like ruffles that the Leo in me loves but I can't get enough. It works well belted with bottoms but my favorite has been tucked into this steal of a skirt ($7!).

Speaking of faves, I've been using a turquoise liner underneath my bottom lashes for a summer makeup update. It gives a mermaid-esqe vibe - so fresh and fun!  

Couldn't pass up on opportunity to pose with Grandma's Caddy. This car is like memories on wheels - the one we took on summer trips to Carowinds, were forced to listen to 'sermons' and had tissue paper fights in the backseat. When it was nearly new, my cousin and brother accidently sprayed white paint on it, oops!

And since Father's Day was just a bit ago, here's one of me and the Pops!



Top - H&M  //  Skirt - H&M  //  Earrings - K.Amato  // Eyeliner - MAC - So There Jade

P.S. Dad's shirt is from Pierre Cardin, one of my previous Menswear buys (and a bestseller - woot!) 

Under the Stars Fashion Event

Last weekend, I was honored to be invited to the Under the Stars Fashion Event hosted by Crossroads Trading Co. at Debonair Social Club in Chicago. Never one to turn down an opportunity to gaze at pretty people in fabulous (affordable!) clothes, I was thrilled to witness my love of Wicker Park and passion for consignment shopping come together in the form of a runway show.

The catwalk was filled with ensembles created from the current consignment collection with each look 'priced' for your amazement. Amidst spinning jams and flowing cocktails, guests browsed shopping racks as well as the featured looks while raffles abound were being won. Unfortunately, I left the "big" camera at home and made do with the "baby" one {note to self - don't ever do that again} but you'll get the idea. And now for a photo recap...

With local store manager Janet & district manager Melissa

Shop the runway pieces and more

Scenes from the catwalk

My favorite look of the evening

One of many raffle winners!

Blogger swag - thank you!!

A huge thanks to Crossroads Trading Co. for the invitation, I appreciate any opportunity to mingle with fellow consignment lovers.

And if you haven't had a chance to check out my Guide to Consignment Shopping,  go have a looksie!

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A New Classic

Recognize this shirt? It's the one Ashley was wearing on The Bachelorette last night (on the JP date). (Yes, I indulge in that show. No, I don't know why.) Regardless, I fell for this silk convertible sleeve blouse with oversize pockets. Could be the effortless ways to wear it, or that it reminds me of something Martin & Osa would have offered. Either way, I'm pretty sure it's going on the wishlist. From gold skirts (not that I have one...) to cardigan and slim denim pairings, a white shirt is a closet classic and this one is the epitome of versatile.

Party of Five: Scenes From the Weekend

  //  Wine in the Park  \\

 //  DIY colorblock mani  \\

//  Music at Millennium \\ 

//  Getting our Pride on \\ 

// Bebe duckies!! Is it not the sweetest?? \\

2nd Annual Little Black Dress Party

It was ladies (+ a few gents) night out at Casey Moran's in Wrigleyville on Thursday evening. Donning Little Black Dresses for round two of this popular summer time event benefiting the Chicago Fashion Foundation, guests sipped on specialty cocktails, chatted and dress/accessory envied the night away. What a gorgeous group, you all looked fabulous!! (See more photo's from the event here.) Thanks to everyone who attended, it was lovely to catch up with some familiar faces and meet a few new!

Stay tuned for the next CFF event taking place on July 8th at Crimson Lounge.

Wild Wedding Weekend

Hey y'all, I'm baaaack. Sorry for the mini hiatus, wasn't expecting that but should have known things would get hectic upon returning home and back to work...

Last weekend we were in North Carolina for my cousin's wedding. I've mentioned more than a few times  how madly in love I am with my family ( here, here & here). I never feel more at peace than I do when I'm in their presence. I live for the moments we can all be together, everyone I love the most right there in one spot. We're a wild bunch and that's most of what I adore - it's crazy, loud, fun and at times, exhausting!

Here are a few pictures to recap the wonderful weekend.

{Bridesmaids Bouquets} 

{A view from behind}

 {The Bride, My Brother, Moi & The Bride's Brother in a rare, tame photo}

{Them's my dancing shoes}

 {It's fun to stay at the YYYYY...}

{The Bride wore red shoes, love that girl.}

2nd Annual Little Black Dress Party

Chicago Fashion Dolls, 

It's that time again! The 2nd annual Little Black Dress Party is taking place on June 23rd. 

Proceeds benefit the Chicago Fashion Foundation, get your tickets here.

Need proof it'll be a darn good time? Check out my photo's from last year.