EYELETS IN LA

One of the reasons I fell in love with Los Angeles was the beautiful weather. Not wearing a heavy coat for Christmas is my ideal holiday, especially when the gorgeous scenery of California is involved. This Nasty Gal shirt, with it's adorable eyelets, was the perfect top to spend a day exploring LA, paired with these new Diane von Furstenberg boots gifted to me by my fiancé (I helped steer him in the proper direction, of course). Shout out to Shai of Drunk on Shoes for wearing this shirt on her blog and making me fall in love with it!

I'm also wearing AG Jeans pants and Kate Spade Saturday sunglasses.

PS. This shirt is on sale!

x Jill

NYFW FAVORITES

Unless you're behind on the times and don't have an Instagram, you should know it's New York Fashion Week. And whether you're front row at the shows or watching from the sidelines on your computer, it's a time of year that all fashionistas can enjoy. And so far, I've been swooning overtime this season.

Here are just some of my favorite looks... and we're not even done yet!

Alexander Wang

Altuzarra

Rebecca Taylor

Rachel Comey

Zimmermann

Honor

Nanette Lepore

Derek Lam

Vivienne Tam

Diane von Furstenberg

Yigal Azrouel

Victoria Beckham

Thakoon

Tracy Reese

What are some of your favorite looks so far?

x Jill

Photos via Fashionista.

FAVORITO FRIDAY: COLORFUL LUCITE

I'm a lover of lucite and usually shy away from color, but with this trend, the collaboration is beautiful. And what better way to kiss the winter GOODBYE than with bright accessories? Despite the low temps, it is Spring.

1. Lucite Minaudiere ($148.00) - Juicy Couture, 2. Stuart Weitzman Theone Patent Leather Lucite Heel ($398.00) - Saks Fifth Avenue, 3. Sandy Hyuen Layered Necklace ($115.00) - Max & Chloe; 4. Sandy Hyuen Yellow Personalized Necklace ($45.00) - Max & Chloe. 5. Lucite Ring ($58.00) - Vince Camuto, 6. Betsey Johnson Crystallized Lucite Heart Drop Earrings ($40.00) - Lord & Taylor, 7. BCBGeneration Morgan Lucite Minaudiere ($54.99 - On Sale!) - 6PM, 8. Jeffrey Campbell Green Snake Scatter Flat ($135.00) - NastyGal, 9. CC Skye Bright Love Lucite Clutch ($255.00) - Shopbop, 10. Skinny Lucite Bangle ($42.00) - Juicy Couture, 11. Diane Von Furstenberg Patmos Sandal ($325.00) - Nordstrom

Hope you have a colorful Friday!

x Jill

ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

We all have a ton of special people in our life that holiday gift shopping can be exhausting (cue Gretchen Wieners, "I can't help it that I'm so popular!"). I've narrowed it down to four types of people we all have trouble shopping for- the best friend, the special man in your life, the person who has everything, and the person you don't want to go broke for (because not everyone is worth your dinero). Here is the ultimate gift guide to save you this season! 

1. Rebecca Minkoff "Best Friends" iPhone Case - ($58), 2. Kate Spade Bridesmaid Bangle - ($58), 3. "Grace: A Memoir" by Grace Coddington - ($22.28), 4. Rebecca Minkoff "Supescute!" Pouch - ($55), 5. House of Gemmes Bon Bon Ring Red - ($18), 6. Philosophy Unconditional Love Shampoo Bath and Shower Gel - ($22), 7. MAC "All For Glamour" Touch Up Kit - ($39.50), 8. Target x Neiman Marcus Diane von Furstenberg Yoga Mat - ($49.99).

1. J.Crew Regimental-Stripe Silk Tie - ($59.50), 2. Tiffany & Co. Bull and Bear Cuff Links - ($300), 3. Lacoste Green Goa Watch - ($95), 4. Coach Bleecker Legacy Billfold - ($138), 5. Art of Shaving "The Perfect Shave" Mid-Size Kit - ($60), 6. The North Face Men's NSE Tent Mule - ($45), 7. J.Crew Leather Flask - ($42.50).

1. MADE Mukwanju Brass Tassle Earrings - ($28), 2. "This is a Cookbook" by Max Sussman and Eli Sussman - ($23), 3. Tiffany & Co. "Breakfast at Tiffany's" by Truman Capote - ($95), 4. Target x Neiman Marcus Band of Outsiders Cookie Cutters - ($29.99), 5. Birchbox Women's Subscription - ($30-$110), 6. Birchbox Men's Subscription - ($60-$250), 7. Pier 1 Imports Bronze Popcorn Throw - ($31.96), 8. Diane von Furstenberg Luggage Tag and Passport Cover - ($57.75).

1. Topshop Hooded Button Gloves - ($16), 2. Topshop Dog Phone Shell - ($16), 3. Zara Home Herkimer Frame - ($16.90), 4. LAFCO Little Luxuries Candle in Mint - ($20), 5. LUSH Tisty Tosty Bath Bomb - ($6.35), 6. CB2 Oliver Martini Glasses - ($3.95 each), 7. Sephora Collection Nail Wand - ($12).

Since two is better than one, be on the look out for Jess's Gift Guide coming soon.

Happy Shopping!

xx Jill

WEAR YOUR COLORS

Today is College Colors Day, so it's time to show some school spirit! Although we live in Chicago, when it comes to college, we're complete Florida girls. First off, Jess!

I went to the University of Florida, where it's great to be a Florida Gator! Check out some orange and blue pieces perfect for tailgating and game day!

Go Gators!

Diane von Furstenberg 'Veronica' Dress ($348.85 - Sale!) - Bloomingdale's (900 N. Michigan Ave.), Perfect Patent Leather Skinny Belt ($30) - Ann Taylor (store locations), A Blue Streak Idiom Bangle ($32.00) - Kate Spade (56 E. Oak St.), Ogym Hyacinth Necklace ($99.99 - Sale!) - J.Crew (store locations), Saint James Galathee Tee ($90.00) - J.Crew (store locations), Florida Vintage Tee ($14.99 - Sale!) - American Eagle (store locations), TOMS 'Bimini' Slip-On ($63.95) - Nordstrom (520 N. Michigan Ave.), Broken-In Straight Cords ($49.95) - Gap (store locations), The Unisex Circle Scarf ($28.00) - American Apparel (store locations), Cole Enamel Stud Earring ($68.00) - Tory Burch (45 E. Oak St.)

Check back for Jill's black and gold pieces from her alma mater! You could call us frenemies, but only when it comes to school pride, we promise!

XO Jess