Hers - Saluting the Soldiers

My Memorial Day salute to the soldiers included a red, ivory, and blue dots and stripes ensemble ~ my own patriotic twist on the classic stars and stripes forever.  I enjoyed embracing the spirit of the holiday and my love for nautical inspired pieces.  Plus, with Memorial Day also being the {unofficial} start to summer, I thought what better time to sport some maritime pride.  Here's to the summer, the soldiers, and the red, white, & blue!!

{ Hers }

Sunnies: Kate Spade {available here}

Lips: Aveda's Nourish-Mint Lip Color in Cherrybud

Sweater: J. Crew {similar style available here}

Blouse: Rachel Rachel Roy {similar style available here}

Watch: Michael Kors {available here}

Square Bracelet: Bungalow in Columbus, OH

Ring: JewelMint

Jeans: AG Polka Dot Ankle Stevie {originally seen here}

Clutch: vintage Anne Klein 

Pumps: Franco Sarto {originally seen here}

His & Hers Picks - Adornments

We love a great accessory.  A single adornment to add a bit of interest and personal style to any ensemble.  Lately we've been drawn to signature leather bracelets for {Him} and dainty little pieces for {Her}.  Simple statements that are strapping and sweet, and strike the perfect note of style.  Here's two adornments we're currently admiring...

 { His }

Miansai Silver Metal & Leather Bracelet, $75 @ Mr. Porter

{ Hers }

Dogeared XO Necklace, $137.42 @ Asos

His - Holiday Weekend

It was so wonderful to have an extra day of relaxation this weekend.  We took full advantage by dedicating one of our three days to nothing but that ~ complete and utter relaxation.  A lazy day with no agenda or time schedules to stick to.  It was magnificent and an incredibly rare treat.  Now we're feeling revived and ready to take on this busy week.  We hope you're feeling the same this Tuesday morning. 

{ His }

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban {available here}

Shirt: Metropark {similar style available here}

Watch: Bell & Ross {similar style available here}

Bracelet: Hugo Boss {another favorite available here}

Shorts: Theory {similar style available here}

Boots: Timberland {similar style available here}

His & Hers Inspiration - Memorial Day

I stumbled upon the below picture this morning and thought it couldn't be more perfect inspiration for this holiday and unofficial start to the summer.  Wishing everyone a wonderful Memorial Day and summer season!! 

{ image via Gabor Jurina Photography }

{Five} of Our Favorite Things

This week sure did start with a bang.  On Monday morning, we were rather surprise and incredibly excited to see His & Hers was named one of the "10 New Chicago Blogs You Need To Follow" by Refinery29!!  You can check out the full piece {here}.  We really enjoy creating and publishing this blog, so nothing makes us happier than to hear that others enjoy following along with our blogging journey as well.  We send much love to our readers and supporters, and wish everyone a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!!  ...but, before we sign-off for the holiday, here's just {five} little things that made our week extra special...

{ we were incredibly excited to receive this awesome feature in Refinery29 Chicago 

~ check out the full piece {here} }

{ rooftop celebrations on beautiful evenings signaling the beginning of summertime fun } 

{ a serious workout } 

{ pretty little petals to brighten our home } 

{ my new business cards ~ I still have a couple months before I hit the salon floor, but I'm looking for models for two cuts: one model for a long layered look and one model for a graduated bob ~ email me {here} if you're interested!! }

Hers - Based in Black

My new daytime dress code is black.  From tops to bottoms to shoes, it's an all black code.  Luckily I've always been a fan of sporting black, so I've found it a fun style challenge to create as many unique looks as I can from the monochromatic palette.  I've found myself mixing more blacks into my off-hour looks too.  Lately it's my favorite neutral color base for most looks.  It seems while the {His} is drawn to navy-based ensembles these days, I'm based in black ~ a couple of black and blue babies.

{ Hers }

Sunglasses: Raen {similar style available here}

Jacket: LuLu's {similar style available here}

Blouse: Anthropologie {similar style available here}

Necklace: Bungalow {in Columbus, OH}

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs {available here}

Rings: Catbird {available here}

Jeans: J. Crew {similar style available here}

Sandals: Old Navy {similar style available here}

His & Hers Picks - Multipurpose Totes

We think a great, versatile tote is a must this time of year.  The type of tote that can take you from the office to a picnic in the park, or even the beach, can help maximize your hours of extended daylight and warmth.  And who doesn't want that??  For us, the more time we can spend outside in the summer sun the better.  It just never seems to last long enough.  Here's a couple multipurpose totes we're currently craving...

{ His }

Aubin & Wills Yetlington Cotton-Vanvas Tote, $120 {available HERE}

{ Hers }

Aubin & Wills Patrickson Canvas Tote, $110 {available HERE}

His - No Dress Code

On lazy weekends the {His} loves to go ultra casual.  With no dress code to get dressed up for, he'll rock a rotation of comfortable T's, shorts, and shoes.  Such was the case with the {His'} look below.  This past weekend was a combination productivity and making time for some relaxation, so the {His} remained casual and cool {in the midsummer-like heat} in his favorite shorts and T's.  Everyone needs no-dress-code-days every now and again. 

{ His }

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban {available here}

T-Shirt: Jack Spade {similar style available here}

Watch: Bell & Ross {similar style available here}

Shorts: Theory {similar style available here}

Shoes: Frye {available here}

His & Hers Inspiration - Audrey Tautou

I adore Audrey Tautou.  I think she's just mesmerizing.  A classic beauty with such lovely, ladylike grace.  I recently stumbled upon her feature in Marie Claire Russia and just had to share {images below}.  I love how they captured Tautou's Chanel-like style and class, showcasing her in such elegant and timeless looks.  Exquisite, don't you think?! 

{ images for Marie Claire Russia via Fashion Gone Rogue }

{Five} of Our Favorite Things

This past week has been all about school, studying, and settling into a new routine with my new schedule.  It's a bit strange to be back in school again {studying, taking tests, and doing homework} but incredibly exciting and rewarding at the same time.  I have so much to learn and can't wait to learn it, then practice, practice, practice until I get it down pat!!  All in good time I suppose.  We hope you've had a wonderful week!!  Here's to a fantastic weekend and just {five} of our favorite things from this past week...

{ lovely evening strolls through Lincoln Park } 

{ learning and practicing all kinds of styling techniques on my new BFF, Erika }

{ dinner under the leafy ceiling of Orso's back patio } 

{ a handful of our latest favorite Aveda products: (clockwise from top) 
Control Paste, Air Control Hair Spray, Light Elements Smoothing Fluid, Volumizing Tonic, Nourish-mint Rehydrating Lip Glaze in Raspberry Tea, Aveda Men Pure-Formance Grooming Cream }

{ a new triathlon transition bag for the {His} for his next race this summer } 

Hers - Kelly Green Girl

I was feeling rather preppy as I dressed the other day ~ instantly drawn to anything slightly nautical and colors like navy blue and kelly green.  That's how this look came to be.  It was also the perfect ensemble to pair with {these} new nude wedges.  I was anxious to give them a little trot and, after a long day out and about, was impressed by how incredibly comfortable they are.  You may be seeing a lot of these puppies.  

{ Hers }

Sunnies: Kate Spade {available here}

Earrings: my Grandmother's

Necklace: West Avenue Monogram {available here}

Blazer: Zara {similar style available here}

Dress: J. Crew {similar style available here}

Bag: Louis Vuitton 

Nude Wedges: Franco Sarto {seen here}

His - Subtle Details

I love the light, buttery color of the shirt the {His} is sporting below, but it's also the hardest shirt to shoot.  Layered on it's buttery base are subtly patterned pops of color {like teal, magenta, and chartreuse}, which are rather difficult to see unless you're up-close.  I think it's what makes the shirt so interesting though.  From afar, it appears rather simple.  But upon closer inspection, you notice this shirt actually has a bit more spunk.  Gotta love those little details. 

{ His }

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban {similar style available here}

Button Down: Steven Alan {similar style available here}

Watch: Bell & Ross {similar style available here}

Shorts: John Varvatos {similar style available here}

Shoes: Frye {available here}

His & Hers Picks - Summer Stripes

Nothing says summer quit like stripes.  Their classic, nautical nature never goes out of style and consistently becomes a popular pattern as the warm weather months draw near.  Striped sweaters, T's, dresses, and skirts tend to be our favorite forms to sport.  Here's just {two} of our last picks of splendid summery stripes... 

{ His } 

Club Monaco Grayson Striped Crewneck, $29.50 {available HERE} 

{ Hers }

Vince Camuto Wide Stripe Maxi Skirt, $52.90 {available HERE}

His & Hers Inspiration - Vidal Sassoon

We were terribly sad to hear about the passing of Vidal Sassoon, at the age of 84, last Wednesday.  You may remember we recently posted {here} about Sasson's immense impact and never-ending inspiration to the hair and style industry, all which is captured in a wonderful documentary ~ Vidal Sassoon: The Movie.  Sassoon was truly the grandmaster of hair, single-handedly changing the industry with his revolutionary five point cuts in the late 1950's and early 1960's.  On Wednesday the NY Times posted a lovely article on his life and career, which you can read {here}.  Vidal Sassoon will undoubtably be missed, but his legend and influence will live and inspire forever.

{ images via The New York Times }