Sophie's at Saks Fifth Avenue

we get excited talking about american fashion designers. why? because so many don't come from america.

we also get excited when chicago gets something that no other city gets. enter in: sophie's at saks fifth avenue. meet: sophie gimbal, an american fashion designer and the leading designer and innovator of the "new look" that became popular after world war II. the "new look" she introduced was about simple elegance and using more expensive fabrics. very easy to wear and practical.

sitting at sophie's yesterday for lunch kind of gives you that 'pinch me' moment because it's so beautifully decorated with amazing views of michigan avenue. the service is spot on (love the red lip the female servers rock!), food is impeccably presented & delicious (roasted red pepper soup is a must), and it's quiet in a non creepy, yes i don't have to whisper way. in a way it reminds us of barney's ny greengrass room in beverly hills (thanks to skinny buddha for always taking us there when we were little)!

whether you're shopping at saks or just wanting to meet a friend for lunch somewhere fabulous, check out sophie's. sophie gimbel liked her wardrobe "simple, correct, perfect in every detail." and the sophie's dining experience is no different.

be sure to get the arnold palmer... the presentation alone is a+! 

xx,
k, s, & c

(pictures via sophie's at saks fifth avenue)

What Would Claire Underwood Wear? #WWCUW

after binge watching house of cards seasons 1 and 2 over the course of a week...i found myself not only sleep deprived, but also quickly found myself staring each morning at my closet asking myself, "what would claire underwood wear??" how can you not, i mean, really?!

strong. confident. understated. robin wright's character claire underwood, is as sexy as she is classy. she has the ability to make a white oxford shirt and pencil skirt look unbelievably amazing in a world of power suits (one that i personally know all too well). 

cu's sense of style has not only been an inspiration to me, but to women everywhere. less is more especially when you are wearing the likes of burberry, ysl, theory, and narcisco rodriguez...

one might quickly jump to the conclusion that her style is a little on the boring side with a palette of mostly white, navy and black. but at a closer glance you notice that each dress, as minimalistic as it might be... it is all in the details. it is the tailored or contoured fit, the neckline, the sleeves and where the hemlines fall that make cu's confident fashion sense perfectly sexy. here are a few of my favorite looks...i am sure you too will find yourself asking, "WWCUW?" can't wait to see what the next season has in store for cu...#stys

xx,

s

p.s. check out buzzfeed's 13 reasons claire underwood of "house of cards" is a fashion icon...specifically #5 ;)

(pictures via pinterest)

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del toro #dancing queen loafer

del toro #queenbee loafer

 del toro #smiley loafer

del toro #noevil loafer

del toro #hightmaitenance loafer

who doesn't love speaking in emoji? why not let your feet do the talking?

we're getting our hands on a pair of these. now if only they had our favorite emoji a.k.a. the dancing twin ladies. thank you del toro/moda!

xx, 

k, s, & c

p.s. we wish we had thought of this. #queenb

(pictures via moda operandi)

Introducing...

fashionable from head to toe, her smile and energy is contagious... and well, she makes you want to get into luxury catering because she is one of those women who loves what she does and it shows. we've posted on her before and it took little thought when we started this new #stys series this year that we wanted to feature her again.

she is inspiring because of the successful, growing company she has created but as s & i were saying, she is equally as inspiring for her fun-loving spirit and personality. she's one of those ultimate combo gals...

without further ado, we're excited to virtually intro you to elaina vazquez of boutique bites (and her edible delicious creations)!

xx,
c

get to know elaina

chicago is... home

if you could cater an event for any celebrity who would it be... beyonce & jz

your favorite boutique bites event to date is... a nantucket themed engagement party in lake geneva

food and entertaining are... my life!

my style icon is... olivia palermo

my inspiration comes from... shopping & reading

if i wasn't catering, i would be... a host on e! news

i can't live without... my cell phone

best part of my job is... meeting so many different people and helping create fabulous events for them

love is... sundays with anthony

on a sunday morning you can find me... drinking champagne and brunching with my husband and friends

what three words describe boutique bites... stylish, chic, creative

what is the best advice you have ever received? keep your contacts! #stys

xx,
e

(pictures via boutique bites)

Three for Pilates

as we have mentioned before, k and her hubs have gotten us all hooked on pilates at reform chicago. it's incredibly challenging but we have all found it to be an amazing workout and best of all, something we really enjoy doing together. we will be at the sunday morning class getting our reform on! hope to see you there!

k's pick - lululemon headbands

i think we all have a collection of these to keep our hair in place!

s's pick - lululemon yin to yang hobo

i just bought this bag this week when it hit stores and i could not be happier that i did, 

its quickly become my everyday everything bag 

so i can go from work to flywheel or pilates with everything i need.

c's pick - flow & go tank

i love this style of lulu tank and the bright color options. i have a couple and they are my go to for pilates or really any work out... they don't rise up which is key!

happy weekend all!

xx,

k, s, & c

(pictures via lululemon)

Maison Gray

 a timeless pursuit - ny

a timeless pursuit - paris

a timeless pursuit - paris

 a timeless pursuit - los angeles

a timeless pursuit - los angeles

discovering these series of photos that gray malin took of a model never revealing her face in a vintage oscar de la renta dress was like coming across a pair of spring heels s knows she must make hers (even if that means she misses sbux for a week). i was so excited. not only did i feel like i was the one photographed in the photos (c'mon can't you see the resemblance?!) but they are a perfect series for me to build on over time. as much as i want all of them!!... i've got a lot of sbux lattes to give up before the whole collection is mine! which one is your fav? for me it's a total toss up on all the ones above... oh this one too. #stys 

xx,

c

(pictures via maison gray)

12.29 at The Thompson Chicago

just til' this thursday, world renowned company 12.29 is selling their one of a kind, sumptuous candles at the lobby boutique at the thompson hotel chicago. usually only available online, this will be the only spot in the city you can shop and purchase in person. having created scents and candles for celebrities and brands like prabal gurung & zac posen, these scents are surely going to sell out (and fast!). escape the cold this week and go warm up & shop 12.29 at the thompson! #stys

xx,
k, s, & c

(picture via 12.29)