His & Hers Picks - Winter Stompers

As you know from Monday's post, we're prepping ourselves for the soon-to-be necessity of cold-weather-wear.  In Chicago, one of those necessities is the right footwear.  Having a pair of solid winter stompers is a must for both daily commutes and weekend play.  So, we've been window shopping for those stompers that strike the perfect balance between work and weekend warrior.  We think we've found our match in these...

{ from left to right }

Sorel Cheyanne Boots {available here}

Sorel 1964 Leather Boots {available here}

His - Way Out

Our building is an endless maze of corridors, stairwells, and nooks for exploring.  We're always discovering something new.

{ His }

Blazer: Gant by Michael Bastian {similar}

Button Down: J. Crew {available here}

Pants: Gardeur

Boots: Rag & Bone for Timberland {available here}

His & Hers Inspiration - For Bundling

The cold, cold weather and snows a comin', which means it's just a matter of time before bundling will be a necessity instead of an option.  So, we're keeping our eyes peeled for all types of cold-weather-wear inspiration, like these cozy coats for {His} and {Hers}...

{ His }

{ images via Mr. Porter: The Journal }

{ Hers }

{ images via ModCloth Blog }

{Five} of Our Favorite Things

We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and official start to the holiday season!!  The {His} and I were incredibly thankful to spend our Turkey Day surrounded by loving family and so many scrumptious foods.  I think our bellies won't need refueling for quite some time!!  Here are just {five} things we've enjoyed this happy week...

{ punk rock brunch and hot chocolate at Bleeding Heart Bakery Cafe }

{ Essie's "Master Plan" }

{ a new iPhone & party dress for {Her} ~ recognize this cover?! }

{ my cousin's winter sangria }

{ being with family for Thanksgiving ~ 
complete with bagpiped serenade by my Daddy-O }

Hers - Black & Blue

Happy Thanksgiving!!  The {His} and I are incredibly excited to have arrived on this happy holiday ~ one full of family, feasting, and festiveness!!  What could be better?!  On this day we're so thankful for so many things, but most of all the wonderful and loving people who surround our lives ~ family, friends, fellow bloggers and blog followers.  XO

What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving holiday?

In keeping with regularly scheduled programming, today's outfit post is brought to you by the colors black & blue.  While the pictures are a bit shadowy ~ taken in the early evening dimness as we headed to a friend's gathering last Saturday ~ it's one of my favorite looks as of late.  I loved the black & blue palette and ability to bare a bit of leg {before being forced to bury my gams in tights for the winter}. 

{ Hers }

Earrings: Sandy Hyun {similar}

Jacket: BB Dakota {similar}

Top: Banana Republic

Necklace: by The Glamourai {shop here}

Bracelet: Banana Republic

Ring: Club Monaco

Skirt: Zara

Bag: Forever 21 {similar}

Socks: Hue {available here}

Boots: Zara

His & Hers Picks - Deck Your Necks

'Tis the season to be decking the halls {and yourselves} in celebration of this joyous time of year!!  With cocktail parties and gatherings galore, there's really no better season than the present to add that extra bit of polish or sparkle to your neckline.  Our current cravings are quite opposite in weight ~ wintery woolens, plaids, and tweeds for the {His} & icy, statement delicacies for {Her}.  All sure to give you that extra bit of holiday zing this season!!

1. Pendleton Tie In Hunting Green, $69

2. Alexander Olch The Pen Plaid Wool Tie, $140

3. Asos Check Tie, $14.38

4. Alexander Olch The Boris Donegal Tweed Tie, $140

1. J. Crew Bubble Necklace, $150

2. Talullah Tu Ribbon & Teardrop Necklace, $57.50

3. Nordstrom Sequin "Winter Bones" Collar Necklace, $88

4. Modcloth Special Someone Necklace, $19.99

His - Friday Night Lights

The weather's been a bit unpredictable lately.  Chilly and on-the-verge of snow one day then mild and partly sunny the next... up and down we'll go until it finally decides to settle into a long, cold winter.  So when this past weekend provided us with a few bits of milder air, the {His} took full advantage by donning lighter duds.  A beautifully mild evening for taking in the early glow of the season.    

{ His }

Blazer: Rag & Bone

Button Down: Original Penguin 

Tie: J. Crew {similar}

Pocket Square: The Hill-Side {available here}

Jeans: Diesel {available here}

Boots: Hush Puppies

Laces: J. Crew {available here}

His & Hers Inspiration - Paper Dolls

Check out these incredibly beautiful and eye-catchingly creative fashions made entirely of paper.  Haute couture like none other!!

{ images via MyModernMet.com }

{Five} of Our Favorite Things

This week has certainly had it's highs and lows, but all-in-all been a great one and also one that pushed us that much closer to the holidays.  I can't believe they're just around the corner, with Thanksgiving less than a week away.  It makes us rather giddy to think of all the merry gatherings we have planned with family and friends in the near future.  We can't wait for this holiday season to official begin!!  In the meantime, we're relishing the {five} things that made this week special...

{ birthday dinner with family at Carnivale }

{ a well-planned surprise party at The Kerryman }

{ all those, from near and far, who surprised me with love on my 30th }

{ the impending holidays and early bits of Christmas decor }

{ a great ending to a looong week }

Hers - Decade More

As you know from Tuesday's post, my dear {His} threw me the best 30th birthday bash.  A true surprise!!  It was such a blast and I felt so blessed to be surrounded by such wonderful family and friends as I rang in my new decade.  It's not too often you have those you hold dear all in one room.  It'll forever be one of my favorite moments.  A million thanks to all who came and to my loving husband for being the ring leader.  It means the world to me. 

{ Hers }

Earrings: Sandy Hyun {similar}

Dress: Zara

Necklaces: vintage {my grandmother's} & gifted

Ring: Club Monaco

Ostrich Clutch: Club Monaco {similar}

Tights: J. Crew {available here}

Boots: Zara

His & Hers Inspiration - Lucy Chadwick

Currently feeling rather inspired by the art, design, fashion and sense of simplicity filling artist Lucy Chadwick's life and captured in this short Selby film for Zara...

P.S. Does Lucy's blouse in the beginning of the film remind of you {this} DIY?!  Which, by the way, is still sitting on my "to do" list... oh, some day!!


{ video via Zara's Channel on YouTube }

His - Birthday Suit

My dear {His} surprised me this past weekend by gathering all my wonderful friends and family for a surprise 30th birthday bash!!  It was fantastically exciting and I can't think of a better way to ring in this new decade!!  I guess I should have been tipped off when the {His} pulled out his tux {dressed down as a suit} for the evening.  But, this isn't the first time he's pulled off a fabulous birthday surprise.  Four years ago, he shocked me by proposing on my birthday.  What a guy!! 

{ His }

Tux: BOSS Black

Button Down: J. Crew {available here}

Pocket Square: Bloomingdales {similar}

Watch: Burberry

Shoes: Ferragamo {similar}

His & Hers Inspiration - Tank Mag

Loving the stunning looks and shots featured in Tank Magazine...

{ images via Tank Magazine }