Just Two Preggos

Photo by: Lauren DeWitte

When Dan & I found out we were expecting (at five weeks), we couldn't contain our excitement and told all of our closest friends and family immediately. One of my bestests, Lizzie, was able to contain hers until the 12 week doctor appointment. Since she is six weeks ahead of me, I was able to discuss my joys and difficulties of pregnancy from the start with someone who knew exactly what I was going through. It's been a great joy to share our "firsts" together and also an absolutely necessity for our sanity!

Love you, Lizzie Lou.

xoxo

This Month...

…we found out it's a boy! 

Llewyn Nicholas Opels will be joining us around November 5.

…I felt (and continue to feel) lots of likely breakdancing moves from our son. 

It's the most surreal and grounding experience.

…I bought a pair of faux Birkenstocks at Marshall's to take Walter outside, but have worn them out on the town multiple times. I am a slides girl!

 …I am conceding to cravings (anything with bleu cheese, wraps & sandwiches, and ice cream) and the fact that my closet aka our second bedroom needs to be downsized to make room for the nursery. 

…Dan received his first unofficial Father's Day gift (a reclaimed wood Chicago flag) and Walter got his freedom back from the "snip, snip go the nuggets" cone.

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What I Want To Wear

Just a few street style snaps of some outfits that I would love to wear, but due to a baby budget, baby bump, or ankle hardware, I can only covet from afar and share with you!

(Click the italic links to shop the look)

Look #1: Wide brim hat, white maxi, black Birkenstocks, leather satchel

Look #2: Oversized jean jacket, floral pencil skirt, peep toe mules

Look #3: Jean shirt, high waisted white trousers, ankle strap heels, red cross body purse, statement necklace

Look #4: Vertical strip blouse, mirror print pencil skirt, white pumps, statement earrings

Look #5: Blush tank, dainty necklace, colored lace skirt, neon minibag, neutral low heel sandals
Look #6: Plaid blouse, navy culottes, neon ankle strap heels, quilted chain purse, oversized gray trench

All images via Pinterest

Sheer and Presently Pregnant

My newest obsession is a sheer hemline. 

Oh, and wearing dark lipstick in the summer - it feels even more chic than during the apropos winter months.

Recreate my look:

Kohl's Apt. 9 Striped Maxi Dress, Levi's Classic Denim Trucker Jacket, Stella & Dot The Switch in Natural Snake, Steve Madden booties (similar), similar fedora, BareMinerals Marvelous Moxie lipstick in Lead the Way

Crush of the Month: Damsel in Dior

While I know how much I am inspired by the many, many personal style bloggers whose sites I visit on the reg, you might not be. Therefore, I'm showcasing one fashionista every once in a while to broaden their influence and help with your daily inspiration. My next installment of the series (see the others here) is about Jacey Duprie of Damsel in Dior. 

Jacey states that the name of her blog is symbolic of her lifestyle - to never feel like a damsel in distress - and based on her simple, chic, and understated outfit choices, she never is. Her style has been featured in publications like Huffington Post, Vanity Fair, WhoWhatWear, Refinery29, and QVC in addition to appearing in ad campaigns for Gap/Old Navy, Saks, and Levi's. She appeals to all aspects of my style at the moment, which most notably is minimalism. With nary a print mix, color block, or arm party in sight, this damsel is showcasing the shape of her pieces as the trend. This simplicity is how I see myself dressing throughout the summer months. 

To you, Jacey! Xoxo

All images via Damsel in Dior

From Where I Sat & Stood

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Minimalism

I've never been one for minimalism, except recently. Maybe it's that I'm really accepting and celebrating my pregnant frame - to be honest, I like showing off my bump! 

Recreate my look:

H&M vest, thrifted dress (similar), Franco Sarto sandals, Stella & Dot purse, vintage necklace (similar), Odette ring, Coach sunglasses

2014 Red Carpet ~ Cannes

Over the years, Cannes has become less about the movies and much more about the glamour on the red carpet - at least for me. These are some of my favorites.

My top award goes to Jessica Chastain in Atelier Versace - the asymmetrical bodice and color were both perfection.

All images via Huffington Post

Pregnant in Pink

Sixteen weeks and all is well - strong heartbeat and on target growth, of baby and me. I realize that the title of this post might have made you think we are having a girl, but alas, we have to wait another month to find out - June 24 to be exact. Regardless of the gender, we've decided on a color scheme for the nursery of gray and primary colors (red, blue, green and yellow) with accents of mint. Check out my growing inspiration board here. Do you have a guess? Of our family & friends, 95% think it's a girl - including my husband! 

Recreate my look:

Similar sweater, colorblock pencil skirt, Halogen purse (similar here and here), vintage scarf, Bauble Bar necklace, Franco Sarto sandals

Overalls

I've been wanting overalls forever, but never really took the time to search for them to try on in person. They became my Great White Buffalo, so to speak. I pained to own them, but thought that with a growing stomach, I was forced to only observe them on others. Then, on Mother's Day, my mom and I were shopping and there they were, in my size, reasonably priced, boyfriend fit, and with button sides to accommodate my middle for at least the rest of the spring & summer.

 Recreate my look:

H&M overalls (maternity style), Liz Claiborne striped tee (similar), vintage scarf, Stella & Dot Tia crossbody, Steve Madden Aria bootie (in black), denim cap, Nars Heat Wave lipstick

Street Style Trend: Bomber Jackets

As some of you may know, I am a blazer aficionado - bright, boyfriend, cropped, or pastel, I wear 'em all with gusto. I have less investment in toppers of the printed variety, but that doesn't mean they aren't on my radar, especially if it's in the bomber style.

It's the perfect in between for work & weekend as it is just as functional with cut offs and a boyfriend tee as it is with a button down and ankle pants. Plus there's nothing better than a tropical floral, watercolor, or paisley print to will warmer temps into staying put for a while!

Check out my current favorites:

Boho Icon Quilted Jacket; Amour Vert Art Bomber Jacket; Maison Scotch Silky Feel Bomber; ASOS Reclaimed Vintage Bomber Jacket