DKNY 3 WAYS - #NOTYOURORDINARY

As official People StyleWatch Style Hunters, we had the chance to work with DKNY and style one of their accessories! Being such an iconic label and one of Jill's favorite brands, we couldn't wait to see what was being sent to us and to work on the #NotYourOrdinary campaign. 

You can imagine our delight when we opened our mail to find this Nylon Flat Crossbody in yellow. The laid back yet chic design and bold color left us with so many styling options. From shopping days to a night on the town, we loved showing off the versatility of this crossbody (and not to mention the extra punch it adds to any look)!

Jill is wearing a Blank Nation Apparel dress, Forever 21 tights, and DV by Dolce Vita wedges.

Jill is wearing a Brand & Label sweater, jewelry from GUESS and Vince Camuto, H&M tights, Aldo boots, and shorts from Target.

Jill is also wearing a DKNY jackets and top, Romeo & Juliet Couture leggings, and Intermix heels.

How would you rock this crossbody?

Jess & Jill

As People StyleWatch Style Hunters, Jess & Jill received the product c/o, but were not compensated for this post. Opinions and commentary are of their own.

FAVORITO FRIDAY: MAYA BRENNER DESIGNS NECKLACES

After Twitter stalking searching one day, we came across the lovely work of Maya Brenner Designs, and became instantly obsessed.  From earrings to rings to bracelets and necklaces, we specifically went head over heels for her state necklace. (Can we rep both states, please?)

We've picked just a few we've been eyeing, and all of the pieces shown below come in 14k gold, rose gold, and white gold.

Asymmetrical Mini Letter Necklace ($220.00)

Florida State Necklace ($130.00 - $445.00)
New York State Necklace ($130.00 - $445.00)
Illinois State Necklace ($130.00 - $445.00)

What kind of personalized necklaces do you like?

Jess & Jill

ART + SCIENCE PRESENTS ART AND SOUL AT PARK WEST

This Friday, November 8th, one of Chicago's best salon's Art + Science, will be hosting Art and Soul at Park West! 

Join us as Art + Science salons presents a runway show, food, free drinks, and live musical performances (with a surprise guest!), all benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. And we hear the swag bags are pretty rad.

Regular tickets and VIP tickets can be purchased here. 

See you Friday night!

Jess & Jill

HANUKKAH DECOR

The temperature is dropping and our heat is rising, but as the coldness sinks in, so does the most wonderful time of the year. And that makes our extra dry skin and extra layers of jackets totally worth it.

It's hard to believe that Hanukkah is right around the corner, but since Jill decorates for both holidays (and we've got a Christmukkah party to plan for), we're getting into the spirit with these festive decorations.

Hanukkah Garland ($23.00) - Suzy's Sentiments, Brass Menorah ($29.95) and Silver Menorah ($39.95) - Crate & Barrel, Hanukkah Confetti Plate ($6.36 - On Sale!) and Dash Drink Glass ($3.95) - Crate & Barrel, Gelt Tidbit Plate ($29.50) - Pottery Barn, Orange Lucite Dreidel ($28.00) - Jonathan Adler, Glass Star Ornmanets ($12.95) - Crate & Barrel, Manzanita Candelabra ($99.00) - West Elm

Jess & Jill

CHICAGO PREMIUM OUTLETS (SHUTTLE AND ALL!)

The Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora is home to 120 stores offering deals of up to 65% off (including Kate Spade, Theory, and Ferragamo) and is now only a shuttle away!

The Chicago Premium Outlets shuttle!

Provided by Windy City Limousine, this shuttle is offered Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Union Station, with three different times throughout the day (see here). Round-trip tickets cost $19.99, but taking into account gas and tolls (plus who has the energy to drive after a long day of shopping?), it's totally worth it. We chatted and laughed the whole way, making a day at the mall feel extra VIP. Speaking of VIP, make sure to sign up for their VIP Club (it's free!) for extra discounts and promotions.

We hopped on the shuttle with our gift cards in hand, all c/o the Chicago Premium Outlets, and got us some amazing deals on some early holiday gifts. And maybe some gifts for ourselves too.

Chicago Premium Outlets!

Storefronts and windows of Kate Spade, Theory, and MaxMara.

Jess started her Christmas shopping early this year and grabbed five pieces of children's clothing from Carter's, Gymboree, and OshKosh B'gosh, and two tops from Aeropostale for under $65! A trip back to the outlets is a must to get the most bang for your buck this holiday season!

Jess's finds!

Jill shopped at DKNY, J.Crew, and Banana Republic for under $80! Yes, those are squirrel boxers.

Jill's finds!

The aftermath.

Selfies on the shuttle!

Jess & Jill

Jess & Jill were compensated for this post. Opinions and commentary are their own.