Polar Vortex has reared her ugly head again this winter and I'm layering up in preparation. You see, it's all about dressing smarter, not harder. ...errr something like that.
Truth is, I go through spurts. I just completed my denim spurt hence I'm craving skirts and dresses. Natch, in -11 temps.
Read MoreI don't know what to say here. I'm sorry. I like long walks on the beach and plaid.
It's a phase. I promise I will grow out of it. Maybe.
Read MoreWell hello fashionistas! Today is the first installment of my Budget Babe series in 2015. I didn't post any in December because let's face it...we all shopped our brains out, myself included.
There are so many sales to be had it's enough to make a girl's head spin. And if you shop wisely, you can fill your closet voids easily with luxe staples and fun accessories -- all under $50, thank you very much! (even though it's tempting to jump straight to Spring fashion, Chicago temps have gently reminded me that we have a ways to go!)
Read MoreI can't seem to kick the habit of wearing red plaid. This is the most enthusiastic I've ever been about plaid in general. Perhaps it's because the Midwest is so darn gray these days!
Recently, I was turned onto Maude from a fellow blogger and fell in love with...well, all their inventory! Especially this sweater. It's the coziest and puts a smile on my face which is worth something in the dead of winter!
Read MoreAs someone who experienced teen angst in the 90's; I am fully embracing the trend of worn-in denim and plaid as an homage to my youth. Ironically, we've been introducing the girls to a lot of Pearl Jam and Nirvana in the house recently.
So holiday, no?
Read MoreThis year we hosted Christmas. Our house was filled with homemade smells that I just adore. It's my favorite part of hosting a dinner party.
One thing I've learned over the years is the importance of being comfortable when you are whipping up appetizers, shuttling dishes and pouring wine for your guests. I always opt for a dress in these situations. Movement is key as well as having room to grow.
I'm still in a fog from all the calories I consumed!
Read MoreHere's a little piece of trivia. Guess what time it was when these pictures were taken? I'll tell you - 4:00pm. Yep, hello winter solstice. We had to use the flash for Pete's sake!
Anyhoo, are you running around like a crazy person getting ready for the holidays? Because I can tell you I am. I've never been so unprepared for the holidays as I am this year. I am going to embrace it though with a lot of caffeine until I collapse...hopefully not at the mall.
Read MoreI love me a good bell bottom. It's hard to find the right one. I've searched for a long time and that search has ended. Meet the Henry & Belle Micro Flare. I am in full denim lust.
Did you know I am a closet hippie at heart?
Read MoreWriting this post makes me crave candy. It's been over a week and I'm afraid to touch the stuff since the stomach flu. Still feeling after shocks from that one. If I can't indulge on Christmas, you better feed me a LOT of wine because I will be one grumpy girl.
Sugar + Johanna = blissful marriage
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