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V: Birthday Bliss

Birthday Bliss… (Or more appropriately, coming to terms with aging.)   I hit the big two. six. When you were a kid, birthdays were a celebration. You couldn’t wait for them to come around. At what point does turning a year older become scary? Even dreaded? Yet, somehow in my reminiscing, it dawned on me that age …

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V: Fabulous Floral

Looks like someone was inspired by the recent “heat wave”. At 60 degrees, you’d think it’s downright tropical in Chicago. Not that I am complaining… Floral Print Dress, $46 ASOS Frosted Triple Drop Earring, $29.93 The cocktail dress incorporates this season’s floral trend, without going overboard. The nude clutch and wedges are a subtle hint …

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V: The Religion of Love

Happy Easter! Was somebunny good to you today? Whether you’re noshing on peeps or sugary sweet treats accumulated in the havoc that is Easter egg hunting, let’s take a moment to reflect- Easter is a Christian holiday marking the resurrection of Jesus. It is a celebration that symbolizes the end of Lent, reminds us that Jesus …

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CelebInspired/Beautified: Lauren Conrad

Lauren Conrad is sporting a new color- Think pink! While celebrating the Holi Festival in India, she was showered in pink colorful powder. She Instagrammed this picture, saying “Happy Holi!” (Image: Instagram) Turns out, it doesn’t wash out, leaving her with super cute pink locks. (Get the look with hair chalk!) Don’t worry, Lauren! …When …

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Accessorized: Spring Fling

Someone had fun buying new accessories… Guilty!   Check out my recent purchases: Floral Cosmetic Bag, $5.80 Rosebud Blush Brush, $3.80 Spike-Accented Bow Barrette, $3.80 Studded Bow Hairpin, $2.80 Tulip Print Hair Clips, $1.80 Socialite Pearlescent Studs, $3.80 Wishbone Studs, $1.80 Antique Key Charm Necklace, $1.80 Arrow Heart Charm Necklace, $1.80 Despite my accessory haul, …

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V: End of Season Sales!

We had a little celebrating to do this previous weekend. Who had some of the best end-of-season deals? I’ll give you a hint…. If you find yourself on Michigan Avenue, might I suggest a little visit to Topshop? Their jewelry is marked down significantly. $25 to $3? I’ll take it.

V: Snow Bunny

This past weekend was a girl’s ski/snowboard weekend. Since wearing 19576843 layers isn’t exactly the formula to feeling cute… Here’s some gear to make you feel, well, like a girl. Fera, Lucy Ski Pants, $155 Modern lines slim and elongate the leg.  Available in black, white, alpine blue, fuchsia, acid green and lava orange. Icebreaker, …

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