Belmont.

There's a reason everyone loves Fall. It's all about the layers. Plus someone invented a sweatshirt jacket which is pretty brilliant in my book - Exhibit A. It's essentially like wearing a robe but more passable in public. Dreams do come true.

Smoothie Sunday.

It's smoothie time! Remember my August post? Well, I've been busy in the kitchen mixing, tasting and well, downing daily smoothies just for you. And because...well, it's good for you which is the best part about drinking liquid chocolate! Am I right?

Food + LifestyleJohanna GrangeNovember 3, 2015fitness, food, healthy, life, recipes Comments

Chicago steps.

I'm embracing November and remixing my favorite closet staples. Like this skirt. Worn here for my birthday with a simple tank and now in colder temps with this simple vneck. Sometimes even the most basic edits make the greatest impact...like a new outfit!

Fearless Friday: How to fake a full night's sleep!

Morning ladies! Today's topic is near and dear to my heart. It's all about "fake it till you make it." Which, let's be honest, is an important skill to acquire and one that I exercise frequently in life. I've been a worker bee since birth. With the addition of marriage and soon after, two darling nuggets, it seems sleep is a precious commodity that I don't indulge in much. The only exception to that rule is anniversary vacations; even then my husband was staring at me @ 5am excited to book the day's winery visits.

Food + LifestyleJohanna GrangeOctober 30, 2015Beauty, life, blogging, career Comments

More than a lunch!

Have you guys ever indulged in Alaskan King Crab Mac n' Cheese? What about a perfectly seasoned petite filet? Top that off with an Apple Cinnamon Moscow Mule? Oh you have? But have you indulged in all three for LUNCH at Sullivan's Steakhouse on a random Thursday?

Well, I know I haven't...but that changed last week and my tastebuds have been spinning ever since!

Food + LifestyleJohanna GrangeOctober 29, 2015sponsored post, food, Fall, blogging, friends, review, Chicago Comments

It's thrifted!

I've had this sequin blazer for a long time. I bought it at a vintage thrift store probably 12+ years ago. I can't even remember where I got it it was so long ago. It's a looser, more boyfriend fit if you will although I'm not sure "boyfriend fit" was a thing when this baby hit the racks. It's pretty old...you can tell by the tags.

Beauty 411: Wellness Nail Spa

I try to keep up with my nails...I really do. It's usually pretty obvious that I'm a "DIY Spa Gal" what with the smudges and knicks but sometimes it's nice to leave it to the professionals. I'm ashamed of how rough my feet and hands looked this summer. Okay truth, I got one manicure and one pedicure the entire Spring through August.

BeautyJohanna GrangeOctober 27, 2015Beauty, Beauty 411, review, Chicago, blogging Comments

Floorlength.

This is the perfect weather to dress cozy and this is also one of my favorite type of Sunday outfits. A cozy sweater and a maxi skirt. Actually, this was a dress that I had altered into a skirt. Why toss it just because it's ill fitting? Make something new!

FashionJohanna GrangeOctober 26, 2015sponsored post, Choies, DSW, BCBG, shoes, Outfit of the Day, Let's Get Dressed, boots, Fall, trend, dresses Comments

Fearless Friday: The business of blogging! (part I)

Happy Friday Peeps! Lately, I've received many an email from both new and old friends + acquaintances about the business of blogging. It got me thinking...perhaps there's a story here. Maybe I can develop a mini-series on the subject and touch on several micro topics. The questions I've received are all over the map such as:

How do I get started? What platform do I use? What about social media? How much will I make? How much time should I put into it?

Food + LifestyleJohanna GrangeOctober 23, 2015blogging, life, work, career Comments

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