June 4, 2012

Chi City Closet: Iwona Ludyga Skull Ring

Earlier last month, I developed a short-term addiction by ordering everything on The Cut’s Best Bets. The first to kick off the series of purchases was the Best Bet: Iwona Ludyga Skull Ring post.

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I have a ton of oversized rings and I’ve been looking for alternative options so I can wear multiple rings on each hand. This seemed too cool of a piece to pass up!

I love how it’s small and dainty but still has a bit of edge with that tiny skull. With the options of rose gold or yellow gold and black diamonds or white diamonds for the eyes, I decided to go with yellow gold (because I’ve been buying way too much rose gold lately) and black diamonds. What do you think?

Check out more from Iwona Ludyga here.

May 29, 2012

Birthday Weekend

Because my birthday fell on a holiday this year (yesterday, Memorial Day) I thought I’d take the whole weekend to celebrate (even though I’d probably do the same if it didn’t fall on a holiday). I had such a fun weekend I wanted to share with you some of my favorite photos.

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Friday night cooking with the bf: pretzel-crusted halibut, green beans & caramelized onions.

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Salon was closed for Memorial Day so #ManiMonday turned into Mani Saturday.

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Outfit for my birthday dinner and party (thrown by my amazing boyfriend!)

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Dinner at Sprout…incredible

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Foie and banana bread never tasted this good.

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At Barrelhouse Flat with my 2 best friends.

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More birthday <3 at Barrelhouse.

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Presentation of gifts from my parents (the presentation was 100% my mom’s idea)

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Dana Rebecca ring and bracelet from my mom.

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Schiaparelli and Prada book from my grandma.

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Valentino + Proenza.

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Some birthday cards.

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The most creative birthday card I’ve ever received (thanks Olivia!).

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Birthday brunch at Pump Room (best. doughnuts. ever.)

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Thanks everyone who celebrated with me and made my weekend awesome!

May 16, 2012

The Most Popular Blogger Arm Candy For Spring

I was very excited to see the other day that this accessories photo made it to StyleCaster‘s feature about the most popular blogger arm candy for spring!

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Being the accessories-obsessed person that I am, it’s an honor to be featured alongside some of my favorite bloggers like Sincerely, Jules and Atlantic-Pacific.

Click here to see the full feature.

May 11, 2012

France Luxe Giveaway

Accessorizing is my favorite part about getting dressed. Jewelry, shoes, bags…I love them all! But if you’re looking to add a little extra unique piece to your accessories collection, why not try a hair accessory?

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I’m teaming up with France Luxe (who makes AWESOME barrettes, headbands, and other fun hair accessories) to give YOU the same studded barrette I’m wearing in the photos above. Of course you’ll get a brand new one, but I wanted to show you how I styled it and I’d love to know how you wear yours!

Here’s how to enter.

1. “Like” France Luxe on Facebook
2. Follow @Franceluxehair on Twitter
3. Leave me a comment below telling me how you’d wear your France Luxe

I’ll pick a winner Friday May 18 at 6pm ct.

May 7, 2012

Anna Dello Russo for H&M

I’m very excited for the latest H&M collaboration with one of my personal favorite style icons–Anna Dello Russo! On October 4th, you’ll be able to shop her exclusive accessories collection that will be available at 140 H&M stores.

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The collection will consist of shoes, bags, jewelry and sunglasses…and all statement-worthy and over-the-top. Would you expect anything less from ADR?

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From Anna herself– “I am excited by this collaboration: this is the first time H&M has involved a fashion director in a special project. This is the sign of an important evolution in fashion, and I am both thrilled and humbled to be the one chosen to lead it. I wanted to create precious accessories that are impossible to find. As a stylist, I know accessorization is essential; it is the personal touch in any outfit. With these pieces, everybody can have fun, and turn an ordinary day into a fantastic fashion day.”
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Photos & video courtesy of H&M