PINEAPPLE PARTY

Is it just me or are pineapples everywhere?! This fruit has made its way from the kitchen to the closet in just one season and I ain't complaining... It's adorable! Here are a few ways to rock pineapple off of your plate and into your wardrobe.

1. Pineapple Cardholder ($38.00) - Anthropologie, 2. Cynthia Rowley 'Pineapple' Tee ($55.00) - Nordstrom, 3. Labdip Lana Skinny Jeans ($192.00) - Anthropologie, 4. Pineapple Charm Bracelet ($28.00) - Alex and Ani, 5. Townsen Pineapple Long Sleeve Sweater ($209.00) - Piperlime, 6. New Look Marlenio Pineapple Print Flat Shoes ($17.13) - ASOS, 7. Daniela Corte Pineapple Rambla One Piece ($195.00) - Shoptiques, 8. Pineapple Grove Studs ($35.00 - On Sale!) - Kate Spade, 9. DV8 Kimmy ($39.00 - On Sale!) - Zappos, 10. Pineapple Print Sundress ($72.00) - Topshop, 11. Pineapple Sketch Scarf ($49.50) - Ann Taylor.

Do you prefer wearing or eating your pineapples? (Or both?!)

Jess

CHEEKY REAL PEOPLE OF STYLE 2013

Last week, we attended Cheeky Chicago's Real People of Style Spring Fashion Show at the 900 North Michigan Shops! We were so excited to see some familiar faces (including Jill's boss Kelly Ryan O'Brien) walk the runway in the latest trends. After that we headed to DrumBAR for the after party!

It's always inspiring to see women supporting each other and that's what Cheeky Chicago is all about. Plus they throw a killer event. Who can't get behind that?

Photo via Glitterary. 

Jess wore a Forever 21 faux-leather collared blouse, a GUESS knit-back faux-leather jacket, Gap camo skimmers, braved the cold with DV Dolce Vita wedges (similar style here), and Marc by Marc Jacobs Natasha crossbody. Jill refused to wear her normal winter black and opted for a dress by Cynthia Rowley and tights from DKNY.

The stage is set!

Bloggers galore! We've got Kari of Style at a Steal, Farissa of WhatRUWearing.net,
Amber of Style Plus Curves, and Sara of Project Soiree.
If we missed you, please let us know!

D+S of Glitterary!

The beautiful ladies of Cheeky Chicago!

We even got to sneak a visit with Lisa after the event!
Photo via Stilettos and Diaper Bags.

DrumBAR

And I finally met Shannon of Cheap Frills and Thrills!

Us with the brains behind Chicago Hustles Magazine
Photo via Glitterary.

Photo via Glitterary.

Jess & Jill

THANKSGIVING DEALS

Keep checking this post as we update with Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals!

Amanda Catherine Designs: 25% off your entire purchase, use code HOLIDAY.
Ann Taylor: 40% off your entire purchase, use code THANKS.
Apartment Number 9: 20% off entire purchase.
Banana Republic: 40% off your entire women's purchase.
Bliss: 30% off select bundles online.

Brooklyn Industries: 25% off your entire purchase.

Cache: $25 off any purchase of $125 or more.

Charles David: 50% off everything at 1 PM.

Cynthia Rowley: All fall merchandise is 20% off.

DNA2050: 40% off all full-priced denim from 9 AM to 12 PM. 70% off other selected merchandise all day.

Eskell: $20 credit on purchases of $100 or more, $50 credit on purchases of $300 or more (credit expires 1.31). Black Friday contest with a chance to win 30% off any full-price item in the store.

Gap: Up to 60% online now and in-stores Friday.
Gilt: "Mispriced" mystery product throughout the site, all day.
GUESS: 30% everything and up to 50% select items. Open on Thanksgiving!
H&M: Finds starting from $5.
Haberdash: 33% off any full-priced item (excluding Alden, Apothecary, Canada Goose and Made to Measure).
Karen Millen: 30% off any purchase.
Lori’s Designer Shoes: 20% off entire store.
Macy's: Black Friday preview online now.
Sarca: 20% off your entire purchase.

XO Jess & Jill

FAVORITO FRIDAY: TWEEZERMAN

A few beauty tips my momma instilled in me from a young age- the importance of moisturizer, the importance of sunscreen, and the importance of a good pair of tweezers.

I take much pride in my eyebrows and contrary to popular belief, I think they're the windows into the soul. And there is no better tool than Tweezerman tweezers to help give you the soul of Mother freakin' Teresa. How cute are these Cynthia Rowley designed ones?

sephora.com

sephora.com

You can pick them up at Sephora for $25.00, which is a small price for the big job they do.

Happy plucking!

xx Jill

NEW YORK ROOTS

While Jess was grabbing some sun in her place of birth, Miami, I spent last week in one of my favorite places- Brooklyn, New York. Being born there, it's always nice to go back to visit family and friends, and eat the greatest pizza to ever be created (there really is something in the water).

My family and I never do touristy stuff while we're there (they're real New Yorkers, okay?), but this time we really wanted to make a trip to Ellis Island to track down my Italian ancestors. It's an incredible place to visit and I highly recommend it.

Doing a style post on a swaying boat was definitely a first, but I managed to snap some pictures of my laid back, almost-fall look. I wore a sweater by Cynthia Rowley, pants by H&M, purse by Donna Karan, scarf from Francesca's, Ray-Ban sunglasses, and sandals by Ralph Lauren.

Don't mind my blinded by the sun look. 

And just for fun, I had to share one of my favorite magazine spreads. Back in April I was so excited to see Bay Ridge, the part of Brooklyn I grew up in, as the backdrop for Harper's Bazaar's photo shoot with Miranda Kerr. Shot by Terry Richardson, I can identify all the locations, but this one is my favorite. Pizza Wagon has always been one of my go-to pizza places, especially growing up, and is right around the corner from some of my favorite clothing stores. You can check out the rest of the spread here!

It doesn't count as a tourist photo if it's for a blog, right?

Photo via Harper's Bazaar.

Where were you guys born?

xx Jill

PANTS ON, DANCE ON

Feeling a little... blue? Break out of your box of blue jeans with these assorted pant options!

Rag & Bone Kutch Jodhpur Pant ($350.00) - Neiman Marcus (737 N. Michigan Ave.), Jaclyn Wide-Leg Pant ($138.00) - BCBG (store locations), Cafe Capri ($350.00) - J.Crew (store locations), BCBG Chase Faux-Leather Blocked Legging ($138.00) - BCBG (store locations), Zig Zag Legging ($24.90) - Akira (store locations), Oliver Tortoise Legging ($230.00) - Cynthia Rowley (1653 N. Damen Ave.), Tara Patchwork-Printer Trouser ($89.00) - GUESS (605 N. Michigan Ave.), Sass & Bide Get On With It Pant ($241.50 - Sale!)

xx Jill

WE'VE GOT THE BLUES

Whether it's cobalt blue, active blue, royal blue, or display blue, this season BLUE has us wrapped around its vibrant finger. While electric colors usually have our pale skin running for the hills, these various forms of blue can work with any skin tone. From earrings to maxis, and wedges to blazers, we're putting on some Elvis and enjoying the blues.

1. 'Carlee' High Wedge Sandal ($325.00) - Tory Burch (66 E. Walton St.)

2. 'Jacobson' Stripe Barrette ($58.00) - Marc by Marc Jacobs (1714 N. Damen Ave.)

3. Black Label Collarless Blazer ($49.90) - Akira (click here for locations)

4. Alice + Olivia 'Josie Blouson' Dress ($365.00) - Scoop NYC (1702 N. Milwaukee Ave., 1009 N. Rush St.)

5. 'Eclectic Mosaic' Long Statement Pendant Necklace ($48.00) - Nordstrom (520 N. Michigan Ave.)

6. 'Kadiee' Ballet Flats ($79.95) - Steve Madden (108 N. State St., 1553 N. Milwaukee Ave.)

7. Essential Static Chevron Top ($12.80) - Forever 21 (click here for locations)

8. Stephen & Co. Bracelet ($10.00) - Nordstrom (520 N. Michigan Ave.)

9. Flying Lizard Beaded Flower Hoop Earrings ($45.00) - Cusp (835 N. Michigan Ave.)

10. Canvas Shorts ($39.95) - Gap (555 N. Michigan Ave.)

11. Cascading Bow Skirt ($450.00) - Cynthia Rowley (810 W. Armitage Ave.)

What's your favorite blue item this season?

XX Jess & Jill