San Francisco Diary // Day 3

My 3rd day on the West coast comprised of: party bus to Napa/Sonoma + 4 wineries + 1 brewery all on a beautiful Friday. Needless to say, this was one of the best days I had there. We went on a wine tour and my lack of photos goes to show that I had an absolute blast. If you're ever in San Fran or by it, I definitely recommend going on this tour. Unfortunately I didn't bring back any wine because my luggage was already heaving entering San Fran. 

Doing these posts is giving me serious nostalgia.

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San Francisco Diary // Day 1 + 2

It's currently 14 degrees right now and I constantly ask myself: "Why am I still living in Chicago?" About a week ago, I fled the cold midwest and took a trip to the most perfect place on earth (that I've experienced so far) - San Francisco!  The weather was perfect every single day, and this marvelous 7x7 city was easily walkable with eye-catching sights everywhere you turned. It's safe to say that I fell in love. I took my Canon on this trip but didn't take too many photos/didn't document everything everyday. Looking back on it, I wish I did, but I experienced so much more taking it all in (plus, took random pics on my phone) So here's the first set of photos from the trip!

  Latte from Four Barrel

A TON OF PHOTOS AFTER THE JUMP - CLICK "READ MORE" TO SEE THE REST

HAULBOOK - Video Recap

Happy 2015! I cannot believe that we're almost halfway into the first month of the new year!

If you guys follow my YouTube channel, you would have noticed my last 2014 video was a haul of the latest items I had picked up at some of my favorite stores - Madewell, Topshop, Zara and H&M. My first video of 2015 was a quick showcase of the items from the haul. I thought I'd share some quick snaps of the clothing items I picked up. Let me know if you'd like to see more posts like this. You can check out the Haulbook by clicking play below.

MORE PHOTOS & LINKS TO ITEMS AFTER THE JUMP...

DARK MATTER

Top - Brandy Melville / Duster Jacket - H&M / Scarf- Lululemon / Pants - Topshop / Booties- Sam Edelman / Purse - Alexander Wang

Leave it to Chicago to surprise you with 50 degree weather at the end of November (but drop down back to 30 degrees in a matter of hours *side eye*) I spent my Sunday afternoon drinking delicious coffee (Dark Matter) at a new joint, for me, in the city (Star Lounge Coffee Bar). The coffee was bomb and the energy in the space was exactly what I needed to round out the long weekend.

Sidenote: I have been obsessed with these Topshop Joni jeans that I just purchased - if you're looking for a new pair of jeans, these are completely worth it!

xx

O&C

THIS IS AUTUMN

Sweater - Old Navy / Scarf - Zara / Ring - Wasteland / Shoes - Nike Sky Hi Dunks
There's something so comforting about oversized sweaters and blanket scarves that make for the perfect autumn uniform. I'm also no stranger to comfortable clothes lately, so I can't kick myself out of the slouchy outfit vibes.
My bestie, Ruth, took these photos for me in her amazing backyard/rooftop. Even when everything is changing and dying around her home, it still is one of the most beautiful and calming areas in the city.

xx

O&C

Shameless Sleepwear

Coat & Scarf - Zara / Joggers - F21 / Boots - All Saints  / Bag - 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target

I'm going to admit it right here and right now - I've fantasized about having a beautiful black and white striped silk PJ set that looks so cool I can throw on some heels, put my hair in a huge hat and throw on some vampy lipstick and walk out the door feeling like a million bucks. This isn't the case, but didn't stop me from rolling out into the world with my $5 joggers from F21 and my $3 Urban Outfitters top I scored in the sale - nothing glamorous, but completely comfortable. I went to grab some brunch at Bongo Room with my sister and walked around to take in some of Fall time - in my PJs and all - no shame, just me on a Sunday,

xx

O&C

Monday's Cozy Cardigan

Cardigan - Urban Outfitters / Bag - 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target / Hat - H&M / Shoes - All Saints

My Monday consisted of this: Brunching with my girl Abby, walking around & stopping at a couple of book stores, chili making and The Voice watching. All I wanted to be was comfortable and this cardigan did just that. I hope everyone gets to unwind every once in a while.
Feel-good-tip: Rock a vampy limp to pull the look together.

xx

O&C