DRUNK ON ELIZABETH SHOWERS - SILVER DETAILS

Hi guys!  I busted out my leather shorts again!  I wanted to show you all how you can take leather shorts and dress them down, or dress them up like I did here.  Okay that's a lie.  This was just all coincidence that I wore them and am posting this outfit right right after the other one.  Sigh, it's really hard for me to lie to you guys.  

Anyhoozah... I am still trying to recover from a jam packed weekend.  Summer hours has finally started for my department which means I get pretty much every other Friday off.  YEAAAAAAAAAH!!  Bring on AAALLL the jealous-ness!  Friday was spent biking around and running errands.  It felt so good to catch up on some of the things I've been meaning to do but haven't had the time to.  Then it was off to a fun night with some super fun out of town peeps.

Saturday, I ventured into suburbia (gasp) to have brunch at e+o with another fun group and got to taste so many nom nom nommies thanks to Aeron!  The spam fried rice and the kale salad and the "it's like that" roll... hash tag drooooooooool.  Saturday ended with the hubster and me running our first 5K!  It was the LivingSocial Glow Run Dance Party which was friggin' fuuuuuuuuuun!  And yes, it's because after the finish line, there is a huge dance party IN the Soldier Field stadium.  Give me wine and a dance party at the end and I'll run ANY 5K.  

Sunday was Anita Day.  One of my besties went and eloped!  But that won't stop me from throwing her a special girly day that was all about her... hence, Anita Day.  Man, reliving the weekend like this got me all tired.  It was all so fun and worth it though.  One of my best weekends for sure.  If you follow me on Instagram and saw all the pics, then you know w'sup.  What?  You don't follow me on Instagram?  You are a mystery to me.

I want to thank Elizabeth Showers for these beautiful vine inspired bangles!  Bangles are usually very tricky for me.  A lot of times there aren't any size options and they are too big for my wrists.  Some of them just fly off of me while I'm in mid conversation because I'm one of those crazy people that have insane hand gestures while they talk.  But that doesn't stop me from wearing them.  I just wear them in a different spot on my arm.  Depending on the bangle, it can look really fun and interesting wearing them higher up on your arm.  These vine ones are perfect for the look and totes matches my silver sequin Miu Mius.  I've been on a pretty big gold kick lately but it felt really good to wear silver again.  It works so much better with a black and white combo don't ya think?  Please follow Elizabeth Showers on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.  Don't know what those are?  Hmm.. you are a mystery to me.

Top - Alice and Olivia  |  Shorts - Club Monaco  |  Clutch - Zara  |  Shoes - Miu Miu  |  Accessories - Thanks to Elizabeth Showers, Urban Outfitters

xoxo,

DOS

OUT AND ABOUT

So, I've kind of been fluttering around Chicago lately.  Going out on weekdays and paying the price at work the next morning.  But it's been totes worth it.  Here are some photos from my random adventures lately.  If you follow me on Instagram, then you have probably seen most of these.  Hehehe.  The first set is from Cheeky Chicago's 4th Birthay Bash at the Four Seasons.  This was such a fun party.  The champagne was flowing which Sue definitely got excited about.  She loves her some champagne.  The ballroom at the Four Seasons was amazing and was transformed into four seasons of awesomeness.  Each corner of the ballroom was themed after a season.  My favorite was obvi Fall because Edith Hart was stationed there.  Hehehe.  Complete with props for a photo shoot, LC, Sue and I decked ourselves out with some C/Fan fur.  I cannot wait to wear this hat out during boarding season.  It's so perfectly warm and soft.  I am the biggest baby when I'm cold so any thing to combat that, I am all over it.

With the lovely Morgan, owner of Edith Hart.  Here she is forcing me to get this Helena Quinn coat.  And by forcing me, I mean she just held it out for me to try on.  As soon as it slipped over my shoulders, I was in love.

Here's my full outfit for that night.  Top - NastyGal  |  Pants - NastyGal  |  Shoes - Miu Miu  |  Bag - BCBG

This night was to celebrate Edith Hart's One Year Birthday!  But before I headed out the door, I had to take a snap of my new favorite shoes.  I love this mens inspired metal cap toe shoe.  They are so friggin' comfortable!  Get yours now!  (Here!)

Since I wasn't able to purchase the coat at the Cheeky party, I snagged it at the Edith Hart store.  Obsessed!  Thanks to Glossed and Found for the photo op.

Coat - Helena Quinn  |  Top - Vince  |  Jeans - Paige Denim  |  Shoes - Burberry  |  Bag (below) - Givenchy  |  Jacket (below) - Rick Owens (similar)

I especially had fun seeing my darling Youna.  She is rocking some fancy new bling on a very special finger.  Congrats love!  So happy for you guys!

This past Saturday night, the hubster and I went out for a very special occasion.  Our friends C + E were celebrating their 5 year anniversary.  =)  Shout out to one fab couple!

My bathroom is a hot mess every time I get ready.  Probably because I jam out to some wicked tunes whilst downing some good ol' vino and just leave my 'get glam' gear sprawled out everywhere.  Hehehe  =)

Me with my sexy photog at Union Sushi.  Rawr!

Dress - ASOS  |  Shoes - Miu Miu

xoxo,

DOS

HELLO YELLOW

Heeeyyyyyyyy there!  Finally, I have some photos to share!  Things have been a little cray with me adjusting to my new job and new schedule and new commute and new routine.  Yikes!  Although, I think I finally have it down.  I have officially become a 'bus' commuter.  Before, I used to only take trains and had no idea how to use the bus system here in Chicago.  However, the bus has now become the most effective option to take me to my new office.  It does take me a little bit longer to get there but it takes me the closest to my destination.  This will definitely be key in subzero Chicago winters.  Work has been going really well.  Everyone is making me feel super welcome and I'm having fun discovering the area.  Although I am still working in the loop, Chicagoans know, when it comes to the work place, you pretty much stay within a two block radius.  I have yet to find a nail salon for my lunch time pedicures.  

It's starting to feel like summer here in Chicago.  This particular day, the temperatures hit 80 degrees.  Crazy since it was just Saturday that the temperatures were in the mid 50s.  I feel like I am always talking about how fickle Chicago weather is.  Hahahaha... It does help explain the radical changes in outfits from one week to the next.  With the spike in temperature, I felt it appropriate to wear my yellow flowy dress.  It helps me feel sunny and cheery and also keeps me cool and breezy.  =)  Does yellow do that to you too?  I hardly have any yellow in my closet (except neons) but I do feel like it is a welcome addition.  I instantly felt happier after I put it on and had a little pep in my step.  I probably looked silly walking around with a little grin on my face.  What colors brighten your mood?

Dress - H&M  |  Shoes - Miu Miu  |  Bag - Louis Vuitton  |  Jewelry - Stella & Dot  |  Sunnies - Paul Smith  |  Watch - Michael Kors

-DOS

Wednesday Wishlist 5/2/12

1.  Gorjana Parker Leather Wrap Bracelet - $49

2.  10 Crosby Derek Lam Wide Leg Striped Pants - $355

3.  Sabine Piano Key Necklace - $24

4.  Michael Kors Chunky Chain Bracelet - $125

5.  Miu Miu Cat Eye Tortoise Shell Acetate Sunglasses - $390

6.  Anthropologie Washed Chambray Buttondown - $88

7.  Kendra Scott Dani Ring - $68

8.  3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel - $875

9.  Rochas Textured Leather Platform Sandals - $850

Happy Wednesday everyone!  I've got a whole slew of items up on this one.  Hehehehe...  Probably because I have accumulated quite a bit since my last Wednesday Wishlist.  I'm loving bold striped pants right now and this pair is perfect for spring/summer.  It also has some super cute and dramatic back pockets.  I love clothes that have a funky twist to them.  I also have an affinity to chain bracelets.  Probably because my wrists are too small for bangles and they never fit me quite right.  Chain bracelets just look the best on me.  Tortoise shell sunnies are a classic and great summer pair must have.  The cat eye shape make these fun and flirty.  I've also been eyeing an awesome white bag since I don't have a white bag in my collection.  This Phillip Lim seems like it could fit all the things I bring around every day.  I am a large bag kind of gal.  I tend to bring way to much with me because sometimes you just never know where your day will take you.  I'm keeping this outfit easy breezy with a soft chambray shirt and stacked platforms as usual.  Final touches that pull it all together with a statement ring that matches the shoes and a white accent necklace to match the bag and we're done!

Which are your favorite pieces?  I'd love to know!

-DOS

MILITAIRE

Here is an outfit post for you all to start the week!  Last week was a pretty rough one and I'm glad that it's over.  Here's hoping that this week will be much better!  I love this military style jacket from Zara I got last year.  It's perfect on days that are just a bit chilly but not freezing.  I was also wearing a top I got from CityBlue by Joie but it was too cold to take off the jacket and show you guys.  So I'll definitely show it off another day.  These Miu Miu's are one of my favorites from my shoe collection.  They are a darker nude color which I love because it can go with so many things and they are super tall which makes me feel super tall.  Also, they look uncomfortable but are actually really comfy to walk in.  I am trying to think of something clever to say or something cool to share but I am blanking.  Yikes!  Mah badddd.  Enjoy the photos everyone since I have nothing interesting to say.  Hahahaha...  Do you have any fun stories to share?  I'd love to hear it.  This is going to be a busy week and I've got some tax returns to do.  I hope everyone is getting a refund this year.  #TaxNerd #TotesRandom

Jacket - Zara  |  Jeans - Rich & Skinny  |  Top - Joie (not shown)  |  Shoes - Miu Miu  |  Sunglasses - Oliver Peoples  |  Jewelry - Rachel Leigh, Top Shop, Express  |  Purse - Chanel

-DOS

a maximum allsaints maxi

Remember when I said I got a huge maxi dress from AllSaints on sale?  Well this is it.  The Karin Maxi dress.  This post is going to be all photo since I was home all day and pretty much nothing interesting happened to me besides eating that shrimp salad.  Oh that's right.  We ordered Dominos pizza.  One supreme, one thin crust with cheese.  =)  I told you my life isn't always eventful or fab.  But no one says I can't look like it is.  Enjoy my photo whore moment.  Photos taken by my blog nazi on my iPhone.  Android users, say what you will about the iPhone and hate all you want.  But can your droid take pictures this well??  Didn't think so.  Blog nazi is rolling his eyes somewhere.

Dress:  AllSaints Karin Maxi Dress, Shoes:  Miu Miu Sequined Platform Open Toe Pump (what I call my partaaaaaay shoes)

Oh yea, there's also a bow on my head for fun.  But I don't think you can tell.

Aren't my shoesies so purtee purtee?!

When I say it's a big dress, I mean it's a BIG dress.  Not quite sure yet where I can wear this since I'll most likely trip and fall on my face.  But looks good in pics right?

You know what wearing this dress in my house makes me think of?  You know that scene in Sex In the City 2 where Carrie is wearing that really long dress around her house and making it seem like that's just what she wears at home because she's just so glam?  That's what I felt like.  Like "man I am so glam this is what I wear to bed" kinda thing.  Except as soon as I was done taking pictures, I put on my muppet babies pajama pants and my TAX t-shirt.  I mean who am I kidding, I am not dressed fab 24 hours a day okay?

Don't forget to click LIKE down below if you like.  =)  Also reaction clickies are fun for me to see too!  Love the outfit or hate it?  Am I as funny as I think I am in my head or not so much?  Oh and comments!  I love responding to comments.  Did anyone buy any of the sale items from my last post?  I'd love to know!!

-DOS