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April 28, 2016

SPRING FLOWERS AND LEATHER

Just when I get closer to a wearing bold patterns...I throw a leather jacket on top. A black leather jacket is my safety blanket and one of the many loves of my life. I found this one shopping in Boulder Colorado for under $70 (was such a steal!). This skirt is an oldie, but my go-to when I have a baby shower/bridal shower/Spring thing to attend. Whatever that's supposed to mean. I also love the structure to it and the fact that I don't have to pay too much attention to the wrinkles, since ... View Post

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April 26, 2016

ORANGE VELVET

Orange you glad there's a new post?Come on, you know you laughed.I actually don't know if you would call this orange, but since my knowledge of colors doesn't extend past those in the rainbow, I'm going for orange. I purchase this dress so long ago, and I've always pulled it out for holiday parties, but I actually think it's perfect for Spring, especially for this up and down weather Chicago has been happening. Can it just stay warm for a bit?[ Dress: AIKO ] [ Necklace: Vintage ] [ Heels: ... View Post

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April 21, 2016

STRIPES AND FLORALS

The success of mixing prints is 95% dependent upon confidence. No that I've gotten over this fear, I'm kind of obsessed with mixing stripes and florals (I'm so behind the times, guys I know. Next thing I'll be telling you is that I think red lipstick can be worn in the daytime!). I actually got this scarf from my Mom in my Easter basket one year. Yes, I still get an Easter basket. And while we're at it, I also still watch Nickelodeon cartoons. Adulting is overrated anyway![ Top: Urban ... View Post

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April 19, 2016

BELL SLEEVES AND EYELETS

Hallelujah, it's wedge season!Well, it's almost wedge season - it's more like you can wear your wedges without your toes falling off season. So as any Chicagoan would do, I'm naturally jumping the gun on the warm weather.Which means I pulled out my favorite Spring top from my wardrobe. I came across this top on one of my favorite blogger's sites (Drunk on Shoes) and fell in love with in. Partly because anything with eyelets wins me over, and partly because I am a sucker for bell sleeves.[ Top: ... View Post

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April 14, 2016

STUCK IN THE MIDI WITH YOU

Because it's never not a good idea to start the day on a bar.And because it's never not a good idea to wear a midi skirt. It can make even the most wind-blow look (for example: my crazy hair) look put together. So take that, Chicago wind.[ Top: Alice and Olivia Rosie Peplum Top ] [ Skirt: Asos Midi Skirt ] [ Heels: Christian Louboutin ]Photos by: Heidy of BECLOTHESMINDEDx Jill ... View Post

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April 12, 2016

J.Crew Casual

J.Crew has always been my go-to place for work appropriate attire that I also enjoy wearing outside of the office.And these pants are actually one of the first pair of graphic pants I purchased. Stepping out of my black pants box, one purchase at a time.Another reason to love J.Crew? They have a great selection of petite clothing, and their outlet store is one of my favorites.[ Sweater and Pants: J.Crew ] [ Heels: Nine West ] [ Necklace: Vintage ]x Jill ... View Post

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FOLLOW ALONG! @JILLBADLOTTO

These two sure do love their trains and trucks. Sh These two sure do love their trains and trucks. Sharing with each other is a different story but… we’re getting there. 😂🚂 🛻 Watching the two of them interact together has been so much fun. From brushing teeth together to wearing the same clothes, Jude has been asking for Heath to be a part of everything he does and it makes me so happy. #heyheathjoseph #heyjudeharrison #thebadbergboys #childhoodunplugged #babyboy #toddlerlife #letthembelittle #boymom #brothers
Name a better day drinking spot. 🍹 There is not Name a better day drinking spot. 🍹 There is nothing like the magic of a summer in Chicago. ☀️ #chicago #summertime #summertimechi #chicagoblogger #fromwhereistand
There’s nothing better than seeing your kids bon There’s nothing better than seeing your kids bond with the kids of the friends you grew up with. ❤️ Always up for anything, Diana was the first friend to visit me when I moved to Chicago 2 months later. We walked the city up and down, ended up at secret bars, and even had a karaoke session to Mungo Jerry on the redline. It was only fitting that as G and I check off things on our Chicago summer bucket list (more on that later) we visit my favorite tourist attraction together with our families (that’s @dpvarroney and @gary.rosenberg far in the back doing their best dad stances! ❤️) Swipe for a throwback from her first visit, taken with a digital camera. 📷 #chicago #summertimechi #motherhoodunplugged #darlingweekend
Favorite bouquet of flowers I’ve ever received. Favorite bouquet of flowers I’ve ever received. (Swipe for my adorable delivery man 🌸 ) #heyjudeharrison #saturdays #toddlerlife #childhoodunplugged #motherhoodthroughinstagram #chicagomom
We’re a little late on taking our 9 month photos We’re a little late on taking our 9 month photos (and we may have missed month 8 🤦🏻‍♀️) but there was no way we were letting this one go by, since this has been our favorite month yet! Heath is officially crawling everywhere and he is FAST. Though he’s still the chillest baby we’ve ever met, that doesn’t mean you can keep your eyes off of him. Once he sees something he wants, he’s determined to get it. He loves to mimic his brother’s sounds and movements (and play with alllll his toys 🤪) and thinks clapping his hands is the funnest thing in the world. 👏🏻 He looooooves to chat and say mama, munch on broccoli, drink water out of his big boy cups, and play in the grass. We’re loving these summer days with you, our little guy! ❤️ #heyheathjoseph #9monthsold #babyboy #childhoodunplugged #motherhoodrising
Sometimes the blurry photos are my favorite. ❤️ #thebadbergboys #motherhoodunplugged #letthembelittle #blackandwhite #boymom #childhoodunplugged
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