a lovely weekend in the city

It's a cold and dreary day in KY. Perfect for laying in bed and catching up on some TV and the blogworld. I'm finally getting around to posting some pics from my trip to Chicago last weekend. I had sooooo much fun with my cousins and exploring the city. The more I go there, the more I love it. Here are some pics of our adventures :)

Sushi at OYSY. yummmm

Watching the CATS at The Pony!

at the bean!

Saturday night out! 

We did make a shopping trip to Michigan Ave. I practiced some self control  so unlike me and didn't purchase a single thing. Then, we stopped by this little boutique near my cousins apartment called Never Mind. They had some great sales going on and I picked up a scarf, crop top, and 2 dresses for $75. That's becoming my favorite store to visit when in Chitown. Overall it was a great weekend and can't wait to go back in the summer time! Have a great weekend, xoxo.


-Leah

music monday

Today is my first official 'music monday' post! I have an extreme love for music and have recently updated my iTunes library with 
some amazing new music. I thought I would share with you guys my current favorite songs/albums. First off, I just bought Adele's new album, 21. It definitely has lived up to all the hype. Her voice is out of this world. My favorites so far are "Don't You Remember" and "Set Fire to the Rain".

Secondly, I am a huge Gleek. I love that show so much! I've always loved musicals and Broadway and this show is just the perfect combination of the two. Seriously, i'm obsessed. But anywho, on the most recent episode the cast performed two original songs at regionals and of course I had to get them ASAP. "Loser Like Me" and "Get it Right" are both so good! Even if you're not a fan of the show I bet you would love these songs.



 
Next on my list, I tweeted a link to this video last week and I simply cannot get the song out of my head. "Who Says" by Selena Gomez has such a great message and is perfect for riding along with your windows down with your besties. Loves it!






 And finally, I just got back from Chicago and Kim Kardashian's "Jam" was our theme song for the weekend! My bff and I were actually singing it aloud in the airport upon takeoff. People were staring but no biggie. It's just such a fun song and obviously she is not a singer but the song is so catchy and pumps you up! It was perfect for our fun weekend in the city (more on that later so stay tuned).

Well here it is! The first of many music monday posts! Let me know what your favorite tunes are at the moment in the comments. Hope you all have a great week, xoxo.

st. pattys day!

It's an insanely beautiful day in the bluegrass, 77 degrees and not a cloud in the sky! This is such a wonderful change from the cold, cloudy, and rainy it's been. However, I will once again be trading in spring for winterish this weekend while I'm in Chicago. I'm so excited for another fun weekend in the city with some favorites! I'll definitely post a blog when I get back of pictures and maybe some things I bought i think my wallet just made a mad dash out the door. In the meantime, here's a pic of my favorite little my girls in the entire world enjoying their St. Patrick's Day.

My nieces, Mia and Molly :)

Hope you're enjoying yours, xoxo.

Look Book 1

So last fall, thanks to some inspiration from my cousin Rebecca, I created an inspiration board or 'look book'  to turn to when I can't seem to find the right outfit to wear or to draw from when I go shopping a little too often. I recently revamped mine (seen below)for the upcoming spring season so I decided to create a virtual one on Polyvore. I think this ensemble captures my favorite fashion trends for this season; lace, bows, neutrals, and ultra-girly florals. 

I love magazines and just can't seem to resist picking them up at the store bad habit. Some of the looks I clipped out are a little out of my budget but there are many places to get the same look for a lot less! I plan on posting pictures of outfits that are inspired by my look book/inspiration board. Let me know what you all think of this idea and if that's something you'd like to see in the comments :)

I'm headed home tomorrow for a few days before I take off to Chicago with my bestie! Hope you all have a lovely day! xoxo

Look Book 1 by alldaylovely featuring a mesh skirt

pretty polishes: spring 2011

As you all know, spring is right around the corner. For me, this means less layers, rain boots, and one-step-closer to summer. I have become quite obsessed with nail polishes over the last year or so. I tend to have ADD when it comes to nail polish so I change them often. I'm so excited to break out the pretty pastels and brights for the upcoming season. Here are some of my favorites that will get you through spring and help you transition into summertime.

1. Revlon: Grey Suede

2. Revlon: Minted 

3. Essie: Lapis of Luxury 

4. Revlon: Electric Pink

5. China Glaze: Peachy Keen

6. Essie: Nice is Nice

7. Essie: Van d'Go 

Revlon polishes are my absolute favorite 'drug store' nail polish brand. They just stay on my nails really well and they're really inexpensive compared to other brands. Grey Suede is the best nude color i have found for my skin tone. It looks like khaki on my nails and goes with anything. I just think its classic and chic. 

At first, I was really hesitant when it came to mint green polish. I just didn't know if I could pull it off. But I finally decided I didn't care how it looked on me I was going to wear it anyway. I got Minted because it was the color I was looking for and I love it. 

I recently bought Essie's Nice is Nice from Walgreens and I am absolutely in love! I think i have a new favorite for spring. It's the perfect liliac/lavender color. I actually do not have Lapis of Luxury, Van d'Go, or China Glaze's Peachy Keen but I have seen them everywhere on other beauty blogs and i'm dying to get them.

Finally, Revlon's Electric Pink is the color that i've been rocking on my toes throughout winter. I like looking at my feet and thinking about warm weather i'm lame. Even though the name says pink, I definitely think this is a coral color. I would compare it to OPI's Cajun Shrimp. Regardless, it's bright and fun and great for the warm weather that is HOPEFULLY coming our way. Until next time, xoxo.

Spring Nail Polishes by alldaylovely on Polyvore.com

pretty polishes

Got the new Revlon nail polish in 'Gold Coin' last night! Never tried a metallic nail polish before but I really like this! Not sure if it's the best color for my skin tone but i still figured i'd give it a try. I'll be posting another blog with my favorite spring nail polish colors so check back soon! xoxo