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I’ll Have What She’s Having
I recently came across a post from Shay of A Thick Girl’s Closet in which she responded to a question from one of her Tumblr followers regarding feelings of embarrassment about eating in public. The...
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Pumpkin Nutella Sweet Rolls
Can you believe it’s been over a year since the last time I posted a sweet roll recipe? The last ones I shared were these luscious Orange-Chai spiced rolls, which I remember quite well. But frankly...
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Tiger Stripe Sweater
I love the multiple textures of this tiger stripe sweater, and how the style can be worked from many different style angles. For example, pair it with a tank top if you’re feeling demure and want more...
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Fur Vest
Fur vests are one of those things that I would be advised not to wear for my body type (if I bothered to ask), because it’s the kind of piece that tends to add bulk. But the moment I saw this one I...
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Green Chicken Chili
We’re in full-on chili season, and I’m okay with that because I do love a good bowl of chili. This particular type is my take on chili verde, which is usually slow cooked with chunks of pork. But I...
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Snakeskin Sweatshirt & Pleated Skirt
This snakeskin sweatshirt was my choice from the recent Altuzarra for Target collaboration. I know a lot of women (myself included) are disappointed that Target’s designer collaborations don’t carry...
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Creamy Chicken Fricassee with Pearl Onions and Mushrooms
My darling boyfriend recently had to go on a business trip, so I thought it would be nice to make him a special dinner since he wouldn’t have anything home-cooked for a while. I wanted it to be good,...
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Sweater Coat
Chicago is at that time of in-between weather, when a coat is simply too heavy, but a light sweater isn’t enough. The thick warmth of sweater coat is perfectly cozy. This one has gorgeous embroidery...
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Old-Fashioned Style Ginger Doughnuts
There is a dearth of good doughnut shops in Chicago. I don’t mean bakeries, I mean shops that specialize in hot, fresh doughnuts. When I was growing up, there was a shop that I’d pass on the way to...
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Cherry Baby
I’m such a sucker for conversational prints. They’re a fun way to add color and print to an outfit, and I like a touch of whimsy now and then. And basic black is a not-too-simple backdrop for the mix...
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Heart to Heart
Shift dresses are a reliable source of stress-free dressing for me. I paired this one with a soft blazer to give it a little shape. Dress by Carmakoma (also available via Gwynnie Bee) | Jacket by Lane...
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Fresh Apple Cake
When I was in high school, I participated in a foreign exchange trip to Italy. My host student’s parents were separated, and while her mom lived in a small apartment in Bologna, her dad lived in a...
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Sweet Potato Tortilla Soup
I was driving home from work last week, and it was snowing. Snowing, I tell you. It wasn’t even Halloween yet, and there was already white stuff sticking to my windshield. At that point all I wanted...
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Houndstooth
Houndstooth is a classic print that’s always on trend, and the only thing that seems to fluctuate is how people wear it. Lately it’s been manifesting itself in big, bold ways thanks to Balmain’s...
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Roasted Garlic Accordion Potatoes
This is one of those great recipes that’s incredibly easy to make, but still looks fancy enough for company. And since the holidays are coming up, I think you’ll definitely want this in your arsenal....
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Giraffe Print
Animal prints are always in style, and can work on anyone whether it’s in a full dress like this one or through accessories like a small clutch. I think this giraffe print is a nice alternative to the...
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Casual Tweed
Fall is my favorite season, but sometimes it feels like it only lasts about 5 minutes. The crisp, but comfortable weather swiftly gives way to “damn, it’s frosty out there,” sometimes (i.e. often) in...
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Maple Roasted Squash with Spiced Pecan Crumble
Sweet potatoes tend to get plenty of attention on the Thanksgiving table, but I don’t think you’ll even glance at them after taking one bite of these. Let the kids enjoy their marshmallow smothered...
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Connect the Dots
It’s officially freezing in Chicago, and layers are my new best friend. When the snow starts, a sweater dress does impressive double-duty as a tunic over warm leggings. Jacquard Coat by Isaac Mizrahi...
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Southern Style Baked Macaroni and Cheese
There are lots of variations on macaroni and cheese, and everyone seems to have their own little secret for the perfect recipe – some mustard here, or a little onion there – so you may not believe me...
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