Almost leather.

If there is one thing you can count on Chicago for - it's raging mood swings when it comes to weather. It's totally insane. For example, last week I wore this "almost leather" skirt to our seminar and meetings. Yesterday it was 92 and I was wearing a sundress. I surrender. Don't I say this every year actually? Don't answer that.

Well, I'll cut to the chase. This "almost leather" skirt is on sale @ Express for a whopping $29. I bought it for $34. The fit is fantastic - I love a good pencil skirt with some added edge. I also adore the classics...pair with a crisp, white shirt and you will be one class act. So...while the weather decides to be fickle, I'm going to keep this baby in rotation. Happy Hump Day!

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Simple pleasures.
Simple pleasures.

Hi! Popping in to say, “I’m still alive!” Busy work weeks will do that to you! All that being said, I have some really fun pieces to share starting with this balloon sleeve top. I am somewhat of a late bloomer when it comes to online shopping destinations. I know what I like and I am loyal. Stumbling upon Vici was a happy accident. Thank you Instagram gods.

Them red boots!
Them red boots!

I punctuate every outfit I put together with shoes. It’s always the frosting on the proverbial fashion cake. I’m just a shoe girl and it’s always been that way.

It’s also true that I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect red boot for what seems like my entire life. An exaggeration, I assure you but it feels that way. It’s always when you’re not looking that you find exactly what you need. Match that with a budget freeze you have yourself the perfect problem. Until now…

Resilience + balance. <the truth about becoming an entrepreneur>
Resilience + balance. <the truth about becoming an entrepreneur>

Solopreneur. Mompreneur. Entrepreneur. They all point to the same title but what does it mean for you as you contemplate this roller coaster of a journey? I can sum it up in two words: wildly exhausting. Wild and exhausting don’t always have to have a negative connotation. I was a wild 20-something which = I had a heck of a lot of fun! Traveling Europe was exhausting which = fulfilling, enriching, my brain exploded with an appreciation for a different culture.

Casually chic. &lt;+ an event with moí&gt;
Casually chic. <+ an event with moí>

In case you don’t live in the Midwest, it is f-f-f-f-freezing here. Dressing cute is still a priority but warmth is everything and while I never thought I would be a pullover girl, I can tell you I have officially converted this week! And the best news of all is that the one I am wearing is a mere $20! You cannot beat that!

The leather shift dress.
The leather shift dress.

It seems I’ve been hanging onto some content and it’s time to share. With the craze of the holidays matched with the craze of this week, I’m ready to get back into the creative groove!

NYE dresses. &lt;loaded with sass + comfort&gt;
NYE dresses. <loaded with sass + comfort>

It recently dawned on me that it’s been ages since I last did an outfit post. I guess life has been busy! Trust me, I’ve been wearing clothes. I swear!

You may have your NYE outfit picked out. Where are my procrastinators out there?

Newsboy.
Newsboy.

It’s almost too good to be true…a rare Monday post. I used to be so diligent!

I’ve recovered, and I 100% mean “recovered”, from a busy weekend…ready to tackle Monday. This is what it felt like before when work wasn’t as busy and I was actually productive during the work week. It feels great!

Beetlejuice!
Beetlejuice!

We had the perfect Fall weather this weekend, which if you don’t know me, makes my heart so very happy!

One statement piece.
One statement piece.

When I think of Fall - there’s always that one item that keeps me up at night. That one piece I have to have. Over the years it’s spanned from coats to denim to OTK boots. All closet staples. This year was no different but it was a bit of a wild card. What I mean is…It’s more of a loud statement piece, which, I am totally okay with. Any ideas?

My Zara picks.
My Zara picks.

My wardrobe goal is simple - effortless chic. I have pushed myself to edit my closet ruthlessly these last 60 days and the result is less clutter, clothes I really love, a simplified color palette and pieces that are perhaps pricier but 100% more versatile with mix and matching capabilities.

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