Fancy Track Pants
Top: Loft | Earrings: Bauble Bar (similar) | Lipstick: Charlotte Tilbury | Pants: Madewell (on sale!) | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Shoes: J.Crew | Coat: DKNY (similar)
A few weeks ago, I met with a super talented new photographer in Chicago named Julie Kennedy. I knew her photos were good from her website, and I had a feeling she would be nice to work with based on our email exchange – but she couldn’t have been warmer or lovelier. Shooting an outfit post for a blog is a weird thing and can easily become awkward. I always want to be as authentic as possible here on Lake Shore Lady, but “acting natural” is way easier when you know that the person shooting will tell you if you look weird or if the way you’re standing is unflattering! This is exactly why I usually stick to shooting with Ali B Photography and my blogger friends, but Julie made me feel comfortable right away. Yay for another photographer friend in Chicago!!
Besides just the photography, I’m obsessed with this outfit. Pants are usually so tricky for me because I’m petite AND curvy – double whammy. I tried these silk track pants on for fun without any expectation at Madewell one day and I was shocked when the length was perfect! No hemming! I also loved how I could get a size that fits my hips comfortably without worrying about gapping at the waist. I seriously don’t think I’ve ever been this excited about a drawstring!
This has been my go-to outfit for dinner events recently, sometimes switching to a different blouse (seen here) – but this red top is definitely my favorite way to style them. I love how polished it looks even though it feels like you’re in pajamas. Major score.
I loved weaving our way through the Gold Coast for this shoot. Everything is pretty on those streets – the steps, the gates and even alleyways like this one.
Soon we won’t even need coats, right Mother Nature?! Maybe??
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February 25, 2016 @ 2:32 pm
You look stunning Lauren — isn't Julie ahhhhhh-mazing?? These photos are stunning, as is your classic red & black outfit!
Miss you!
Xoxo,
Ashley || Sed Bona
February 25, 2016 @ 2:57 pm
Thanks so much, Ashley!! And yes – Julie is SO talented and she was such a pleasure to work with. It's so much fun to meet new creative gals in Chicago!!
I miss you, too!! Let's do lunch or SOMETHING soon!
February 25, 2016 @ 4:59 pm
Love love this outfit!!!! Those pants look really comfy!!
http://www.rdsobsessions.com
February 25, 2016 @ 5:12 pm
You look so pretty Lauren, I love this color on you!! And you are right, taking outfit pic's can be totally awkward!! (especially when it is in a busy area!) ha, anyway hope you are doing well girl!
xo, Sarah
http://www.thekissingboothblog.com
February 25, 2016 @ 9:25 pm
Love the way you dressed up these sporty, casual, and comfy pants.
Liv
http://www.livforstyle.net
February 25, 2016 @ 10:07 pm
Remarkable. I love how the vibrant & bold shirt pairs with the cozy trousers. Great look. :]
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February 25, 2016 @ 10:57 pm
Lauren,
SO PRETTY!!!! Loveeeee these photos. Your shirt is gorgeous!!!
xx
Kelly | Kelly in the City
February 25, 2016 @ 10:58 pm
Such pretty shots Lauren! I love these soft drapey pieces on you. Beautiful!
Heidi || Wishes & Reality
February 25, 2016 @ 11:30 pm
You look adorbs as always! I felt sooo awkward the few times that I shot outfit photos – I'm hoping to get over my fear this year 🙂
PS that lipstick looks amazing on you. What shade of Charlotte Tilbury is it? Love that makeup brand.
xo, Jen
http://www.comfortably-chic.com
February 25, 2016 @ 11:39 pm
Those joggers really do fit you like a dream! You make me really want a pair!
So glad that all went well with the photographer, I don't know what I would do if I didn't have my husband to take mine – I'm so awkward in front of a camera otherwise haha.
Love the sharp pairing of red and black and cheers to chic outfits that are insanely comfortable!
xo Mary-Katherine | Gold-Hatted Lover
February 26, 2016 @ 12:03 am
Haha you're so lucky!!
February 26, 2016 @ 12:03 am
It's called "So Marilyn" – I'm in love with it!
February 26, 2016 @ 12:04 am
Thanks so much, Heidi!
February 26, 2016 @ 12:05 am
Thanks Kelly!! <3
February 26, 2016 @ 12:05 am
Thanks Carmen!
February 26, 2016 @ 12:05 am
They are SO comfy!
February 26, 2016 @ 12:05 am
Hope you're doing well, too!!
February 26, 2016 @ 12:06 am
Thanks Liv!
February 26, 2016 @ 1:50 pm
Wow you styled these sooo well!! They look streamlined and classy. I might need to get a pair!
http://www.maggiealamode.com
March 1, 2016 @ 2:51 am
So beautiful! They don't look like "traditional" track pants at all, you've styled them perfectly!
Mary Kate
http://www.mynewchicagolife.com
March 1, 2016 @ 3:38 am
YASSSS! You are the cutest! Let's date? 🙂
March 1, 2016 @ 4:10 pm
You totally do!
March 1, 2016 @ 4:11 pm
Oh for sure- the material is LOVELY! No nylon here haha 🙂
March 1, 2016 @ 4:12 pm
Hahaha what kind of question is that?! I ALWAYS want to date you, Maya 🙂
March 2, 2016 @ 12:23 am
These photos are UNREAL. JULIE! YOU ARE AMAZING! (Also, Lauren, your drop dead gorgeous face obviously has a lot to do with it, too :-P)