The best 4th of July Sales in 2023! Exercise Dress (size small) – 20% off! Happy 4th of July weekend!! It feels early to be celebrating since the 4th isn’t until Tuesday this year – but that doesn’t mean everyone isn’t checking out Of course with any holiday weekend, there are LOTS of sales out […]
Looking for summer wedding guest dresses? Here are tons of ideas for you! Dress + Shoes at a wedding in Maine! Summer is here and that means another wedding season is upon us!! It can be so much fun to pick the right dress to compliment the venue and style of each wedding – but even […]
Looking for something fun to read this summer? Here are the best chick lit books I’ve read and recommend! Chick Lit Sweatshirt | Kindle Paperwhite 2022 was the year that I got back into reading regularly – and I realized it’s because I stopped trying to get through what I though I “should” be reading […]
Happy Memorial Day Weekend!! We were supposed to be on our way to Saugatuck right now to celebrate my birthday, but we need to take Luna to the vet today instead. Wah wahhhh. Good thing we still have a nice forecast and good friends in town this weekend. We’ll make the most of it! Plus […]
Curious about the nap dress phenomenon? Here’s my Hill House Nap Dress Review! Alright friends, I finally caved. After resisting for the entire pandemic, I finally gave in and ordered a Hill House nap dress. I assumed that the Ellie Nap Dress wouldn’t be ideal for petites (and I do have some sizing thoughts on […]
My honest Quince review with sizing insights for every piece I’ve ordered! Obsessed with this alpaca sweater! As many of you know, I try really hard to do put a question box up every week (usually Thursday or Friday!) and one topic that popped up ALL the time is Quince. Have you tried Quince? Is […]
Mother’s Day Gifts for every Mama in your life! Top Row: Oura Ring (read my full review here!) | Dana Rebecca Necklace (female-founded and Chicago-based business!) | In My Mom Era Sweatshirt (comes in a t-shirt too!) | Maya Brenner Initial Necklace | Fitbit Luxe with Gorjana Band (on major sale!) Middle Row: Our Place […]
My Outer outdoor furniture review + use my discount code LAKESHOREOUTER! As many of you know, our outdoor space is pretty special. We love a LOT of things about this condo, but as soon as we walked out onto the deck, we looked at each other and SQUEALED 😂 We hadn’t seen anything like it […]
Curious about the viral caffeinated greens powder you’ve seen on TikTok? Here’s my Better Days Greens review + use code LAKESHORELADY to try it yourself! There are a lot of greens powders out there and even more opinions about each one. Plus, they can be expensive! So how do you know which ones are made […]
My ButcherBox review with information about the brand, quality/cuts of meat, how much it costs, and more! As you all know, I cook a lot. Yes, some of it is to test and shoot for this blog, but I also just prefer to cook homemade meals unless we are going out to a great restaurant […]
Learn all about my Oura Ring, why I love it, what I wish was better, and more! It’s finally here! My full Oura Ring Gen 3 Review is HERE!!!!! On one hand, I always wanted to wait a while to write this because I wanted to use to the product for a long time before […]
My top 20 Chicago Restaurant Week picks for the best deals – make your reservations now! It’s that time again… time to get your reservations for Chicago Restaurant Week!!! Even though the best deals don’t start until January 20th, I like to get this post of Chicago Restaurant Week recommendations up early, because there are […]
Not sure what to watch? Here are 16 TV shows for couples who can’t agree on what to watch! You love your significant other… of course you do! But that doesn’t necessarily mean you have the same taste when you turn the tv on. They might be able to watch hours of football or Star […]
Welcome to one of my favorite posts of the year!! While I know some of you just want a master list of sales in alphabetical order or just what I think are the best sales with my picks, this post is way more fun for me to write because it’s about so many of my […]
If my master list of sales is too overwhelming, here are my top picks! Pictured above: similar sweater (30% off!) | Sequin Skirt (40% off!)| c/o Booties (shop more, save more) Happy almost Thanksgiving!!! I am so grateful that the best cuber week sales have started early this year, because I am really excited to […]
Shop this outfit! I’ve been hearing great things about Vuori for so long, but now that I have finally tried it out for myself – I can confirm that it 1000% lives up to the hype. And while I plan on including their stuff in both my fitness and sustainable gift guides, I felt a […]
Alright, we covered gifts for her yesterday – now let’s move on to the gift guide for him – the men in our lives! Everlane Sweater | Vuori Joggers | Leather Tech Folio | Sweater Shirt LL Bean Knit Pullover (Adam’s favorite pullover ever!) | Bose Earbuds | Watch Travel Case Allbirds Mizzle Plus […]
Gift ideas for the wonderful ladies in your life! Beis Bag (I have the weekender and backpack and I love them both. So great for travel!) | Uggs | Sezane Sweater | Argento Vivo Necklace (I treated myself to this necklace and it’s so pretty in person!) Maya Brenner Initial Necklace (I know a few […]
P.volve essentials kit (40% off right now with code HOLIDAY!) | Peloton Sports Bra (runs true to size and really supportive!) | Acupressure Mat Set | 30 oz Stanley Cup | The Pivot (attachment that allows you to swivel the screen on your Peloton Bike) Oura Ring (I recently bought this for myself and I […]
This gift guide for parents, in-laws, and other couples is the most requested every year! Scroll through my favorite couple gifts, plus additional gift ideas specifically for your mom/mother-in-law AND your dad/father-in law! Digital Picture Frame (we got this for my Nana a few years ago and she LOVES it!) | Hatch Restore (the best […]
Are you done with canned green beans and soup? Make this Green Bean Casserole with fresh green beans instead! A house divided. On one side, you have my husband. He LOVES green bean casserole. It’s one of his favorite things to eat on Thanksgiving and he is a purist when it comes to the recipe. […]
Curious about Reformation cashmere sweaters? Read my thoughts below! Outfit #1: Henrietta Cashmere Dress (Runs true to size – I’m wearing XS.) | Nari Ankle Boot (Runs true to size!) Outfit #2: Natalia Cashmere Twist Front Sweater (Runs true to size – I’m wearing XS) | Mason Pants (I’m in a 4 petite – more […]
Is Athletic Greens worth it? Find out below! Short Set by Mate Alright, after testing it out for almost a full year, I’m finally addressing one of the most common questions I get: Is Athletic Greens worth it?! To be honest, my answer is a little tricky to define. Before I ordered it, I was […]
Curious about the Walking Pad treadmill craze? Are walking pads worth it? What is a walking pad? Here’s everything you need to know about the one I got + use code LAKESHORELADY for $110 off! Walking Pad – get $110 off with code LAKESHORELADY (also available on Amazon Prime) | Standing desk converter | Walk […]
12 Halloween costumes from tv shows and movies! Now that it’s officially October, it’s officially time to start thinking about Halloween. But before we go any further, I think you should know – I hate Halloween 🙈 Or I should clarify, I hate Halloween as an adult. It was always fun as a kid, but […]
Want to know the best fall candles to buy this season? Keep reading! shop the collage here Since the weather has officially gotten chilly, I’ve been feeling that urge to put on a sweater and burn some candles. Of course I know I’m not the only one, so I put a question box up on […]
WELCOME TO MY NEW ROM COM SERIES – starting with outfits inspired by The Parent Trap! If you know me, you know that I’m a sucker for a feel-good film. You know, the kind of sweet movies that make you want to curl up under a blanket and swoon, even though you’ve already seen it […]
This sweetgreen Harvest Bowl knockoff recipe is my obsession every fall! Back when sweetgreen first opened in Chicago, my mind was BLOWN by how good their salads are… and there are few things better on a chilly fall day than their Harvest Bowl. The base is a mix of kale and wild rice, with toppings […]
What to do in Saugatuck Michigan! In case you missed it over on Instagram, Adam and I went on a quick weekend getaway to Saugatuck for our 1 year anniversary earlier this month. We had heard it was a cute midwestern town to visit, but both of us were totally blown away by how much […]
Thinking about going to the Eternal City? Here’s how to plan a trip to Rome Italy! When anyone thinks of a trip to Italy, it’s impossible not to think of Rome right away. It’s not just the capital of the country, but it’s also THE Eternal City! There is so much history and culture within […]
Wondering what to do in Florence Italy? Keep reading for ideas! Ah Firenze! Everyone in my life told me that I would love Florence, and wow, they were right. This was the perfect place to kick off my first trip to Italy because it’s vibrant and beautiful – but it’s also not that big! You […]
Learn how to plan a trip to Positano Italy in this post! I’ve dreamt about going to Italy for most of my life – and when I had those dreams, Positano was always a part of the itinerary. My Nana and Papa went years ago and raved about it so much that my Mom and […]
I love putting together my “Best Of” roundups about Chicago for you, but I’ve also gotten a lot of questions about what I would prioritize the MOST. A weekend isn’t enough time to hit everything on my other lists, but you can still cover a lot of ground in this pretty city! Whether you’re the […]
Wondering how to pack for Italy? Here’s what I’m bringing! Our honeymoon to Italy is FINALLY HERE! Those of you who have been following along for a long time know that this trip has been in the works for YEARS now. We were supposed to go in the Fall of 2020 when we thought we […]
As you might remember from this review, I discovered American Giant last fall and completely fell in love with their clothes and mission. They make everything right here in the USA because keeping things local means they can understand and support their entire supply chain. (How awesome is that?!) And all of their clothes are […]
These ground turkey lettuce wraps are the perfect weeknight meal! Hey friends! I developed this recipe for ground turkey lettuce wraps YEARS ago, but it is still one of my all time favorites because it is incredibly fast and easy to make. Yes, that means that you can whip it up on even your busiest […]
Happy MARCH!! After sharing my purchases and bestsellers last month, I decided to keep this series going – so let’s talk about February! It may be the shortest month, but man, it felt like the longest. I think that’s pretty typical for Chicago though. February really does feel like the depths of winter, doesn’t it?! […]
The outfit above is linked in this blog post! Hello friends. I never know how to start blog posts when the world feels heavy, like it does right now. Like all of you, I have been horrified by Russia’s attacks on Ukraine over the past few days. My heart breaks for all of the people […]
Good morning, friends! I am going to keep this intro short and sweet because we are going to celebrate my niece’s birthday today! She is the most adorable little thing, I can’t wait to watch her open a whole lot of Minnie Mouse gifts and get excited about cake and “ice keam!” 😍 Then, after […]
Happy February, everyone!!! Since the first month of 2022 is now behind us, I thought I would start a new series all about what I bought and what YOU bought this month! In addition to talking about things like what I’m reading/watching/listening to, I always tell my email subscribers what’s in my cart along […]
Outfit linked here! Happy Sunday, friends! I know it was a light week of posts – but honestly, I was in a weird funk all week. I was able to complete deadlines as needed, but anything beyond that felt like a struggle. What do you post on Instagram when you feel completely uninteresting?! 😂 I […]
Looking for Valentine’s Day gifts? Check out my guide below! 1. Hotel Lobby Candle (Female Founded! We were both SO impressed with their holiday scents and I hear this one is amazing, too!) | 2. The Adventure Challenge Book (Use code LAKESHORELADY for 20% off!) | 3. Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown | […]
It is officially winter, which means it is officially SWEATSHIRT SEASON. I don’t know about you, but there are few things more comforting than throwing on a cozy sweatshirt. They make these cold months so much more bearable that I refuse to only wear them lounging at home. So I thought it would be fun […]
Outfit linked here! This is a big moment for me… because this is my LAST GIFT GUIDE OF THE YEAR! Wahoooooooo! If you somehow missed all of my other ones, head to this page to peruse them all – or check out my “Gifts” highlight on Instagram or the gift guide section on my LTK […]
Helloooooo friends! I know it’s been a minute since I’ve written a Sunday Spotlights post, but I figured I’d take a little break amidst all of the gift guides and sale posts. That being said, since things are starting to calm down slightly in this super busy season, I’m bringing links back! Hope you all […]
Happy Monday. friends! I always love updating this post every year because Chicago is pretty magical during the holiday season. We don’t mess around with our decorations, and the activities don’t stop just because it’s winter (the cold never bothered us anyway ?). If anything, the snow makes it even more special sometimes! Whether you’re […]
Calling all salmon lovers! I finally figured out the EASIEST and most delicious way to cook salmon – and it’s all thanks to my Greenpan Cookware! To back up, you all know that I love quality cookware. I’m in the kitchen a lot, so I nerd out when I find a great pan – especially […]
Hey petite friends! Tall gals, you’re obviously welcome too – but today we’re going to chat about how to style ankle boots if you’ve got short legs like me! It can be frustrating to see cute outfits that look so effortless… and then you try it on and it looks… not how you imagined. Mumu […]
As many of you know, I’ve been waiting for our full gallery of wedding photos to really dive into wedding content… but I got them last week and now I want to share ALL OF THEM 😂 How does one narrow down pictures from the best day ever?! It’s so hard!! That being said, I’m […]
Alright I have a fun post for you today… let’s talk about WEDDING DRESSES!!! Throughout our (very long) engagement, I got so many requests for wedding dress shopping tips, or to see dresses I tried on – but I just felt so weird sharing photos of me in a bridal gown before my wedding. Even […]