Most Eligible Style

OK, so Most Eligible Dallas, the uber pretentious and completely plot-less new reality show has sucked me in!  If I had to choose one reason why, it would be for the leading lady Courtney Kerr.  Clearly this is not because of her nails on a chalk board voice, her inability to man up and confess her love for her best friend, or her closed-minded approach to letting anyone into her inner circle. No, the love side of my love/hate relationship with Courtney stems from our very similar tastes in style, not gonna lie, I would die for most of her closet!

Loving the colors and chunkerific necklace!

The three rules I have come to live by in my own personal style, and Courtney rocks as well :

Obsessed with this dress!

*1*  Over sized billowy tops/ dresses that hang in just the right way (always playing with opposite proportions on the bottom of course :)
*2*  Contrasting colors!  Have fun with your color pallet!  A great way to add pops of interest!
*3*  Fabulous necklaces, the chunkier the better!  Statement piece please!

casual sheik look!  <3

This Love/Hate relationship will continue on because I can't get enough of what she's going to wear next and her hair is pretty fierce too!  Get inspired by your favorite obnoxiously addictive reality star and create your own style in the city!
XOXO,
Shopping Girl,
Lora

Housewife Inspiration!

I'm not gonna lie, I LOVE me some reality TV!  Project Runway, ANTM, Real World (who's hyped for San Fran season!?!?) and who can keep their eyes away from the train wreck of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills!!!???  Last week's episode had the ladies tromping through the airport in their stiletto boots, fur trimmed jackets, and cowboy hats?  As foolish it all was, it got me super inspired for fall!

I am dying to see the leaves change colors, smell the pumpkin and spices in the air, throw on a chunky sweater and my fall favorite, some FIERCE boots!  Here are a few of my top picks at the moment!


(FO) REPTILE SKIN!  It's so lux and refined with a little hint of trouble mixed in!  I'm loving Michael Kors fall collection including these beauties!




  

TIES & WEDGES!  For an every day boot to throw on and look polished grab some boots with right on trend lace-ups and a super comfortable wedge to give you height this Fall!  Marc by Marc Jacobs is a great place to start your search or to simply start your inspiration!  :)

SOCKS W/ YOUR SHOES!  It's not as intimidating as it may sound!  Socks will amp up the edginess of your outfit just enough and helps to make your favorite shoe that might not be Fall appropriate a Fall must have!  This gorgeous Fendi healed shoe is a perfect example!



Find your perfect pair and rock your own Style In The City!
                                                                XOXO,
                                                                  Shopping Girl,
                                                                     Lora

Wedding Season!

Sorry for the couple week break from blogging fashionistas!  I have been wedding hopping through the last few weeks of the season.  Enjoying receptions ranging from formal dinners, outdoor BBQs, and nights filled with dancing!  I just LOVE an excuse to dress up for a party, so here are a few of my favorite wedding GUEST dress styles of the season!  :)

ESLEY from P & L Boutique!

I'm loving lace and ribbon details!  I bought this dress MONTHS ago and knew exactly what reception I wanted to wear it to...every time I opened my closet I drooled over this beauty and finally got to dance the night away in it celebrating Britney and Lucus' marriage last month!  The super easy and comfortable style is taken up a notch with the fabulous ribbon shoulder detail!  LOVE!

Angie from Hubba-Hubba Boutique

 For the outdoor wedding I'll always love a great maxi with a fun print!  This Angie dress is uber flattering, comes in tons of colors and prints, has adjustable straps, and even comes in different hem lengths!  Such a fun, flattering, funky, fashion statement with out being over the top!  Looks great with a nice pear of wedges and small floral hair accessory to amp up the boho vibe just enough!

Joseph Ribkoff, available at Anana's Boutique

For those black tie affairs, I'm obsessed with my LBD!  The collar is to die for!  the roushing makes it easy and wearable while the collar can take it to that Hollywood level every girl has a hidden desire to feel!  SO sexy chick its sick!


Find the perfect dress for each individual celebration
and own your own Style In The City!
XOXO,
Shopping Girl,
Lora
www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com

Tribal Print Take Over!




Keepin' it classy!


I'm not gonna lie, when I first saw the tribal print trends all over the runway I was a little hesitant...ok, SUPER hesitant! The uber crazy mash up of prints and colors made it hard for me to picture out in the "real world". Lucky for me some fierce chicks out and about in Chicago have made me reconsider my opinion and I'm slowly falling in love with the tribal print take over!

The best thing about the trend is you can make it as big or small of a 

Perfect with a basic black T!

 statement in your outfit as you want! I spied a super stylish waitress at Pick Me Up Cafe rocking a tribal print mini with cute pockets, and keeping it simple with black tights and super basic black baby T. LOVE!

On Michigan Ave I spotted a fierce woman strutting her stuff in a silk tribal print top tucked into high waisted brown wide leg trousers. SO classy!

I am personally loving a boxy, light weight black and white tribal print top. Perfect to pair with your 

Forever 21!!

 favorite skinny jeans, ankle boots, and infinity scarf for that pop of color and edge vibe everyone craves once in a while!

Find your favorite printed piece and rock your own Style In The City!

XOXO,
Shopping Girl,
Lora
www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com

Mystic Blue: Yachting In Style!

If you haven't taken a cruise on one of Chicago's amazing yachts off  Navy Pier, you are missing out!  My friend and I decided to enjoy the beautiful city sky line, some delicious beverages, and mingle with Chicago's elite this last Thursday night!  It was a great night, not only chatting it up with some super fun people, but also for style watching!

Grab your tickets today, and read on for the perfect outfit to Yacht In Style!  :)....

 


Billowy fabrics, Diva draping, and color blocking in pink will make you fit right in while sipping martinis and magically balancing on your stilettos through the waves!  :)   I'm in love with this super flattering funky colored short draped dress on the left!   Beautiful and fun all in one!  For a relaxed and chic look get inspired by Valentino with this super fun maxi.  The Alice + Olivia dress on the right is the perfect mix of elegant and sexy in pastel pink!

So grab your girls, practice your balance, and hop on a yacht to create your own Style In The City!
XOXO,
Shopping Girl,
Lora
www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com

BONFIRE STYLE!

OBSESSED!

 Who doesn't love a great bonfire?  Complete with s'mores, log benches, the sound of waves in the background of good friends singing around the light of a crackling fire.  Let your bonfire style inspire you this August!  It's all about the comfy cozy vibe of slouchy off the shoulder Ts, chunky knits, and hoodies with lace details to give a hint of femininity!

These bonfire must-haves are a perfect way to transition your summer wardrobe into fall!  Throw on a second layer over your favorite summer dress to make it work into the fall!  Here are a few of my favorite layering pieces out this season!



Urban's lace sweatshirt!

This chunkerific cardi looks great over a grey maxi Tshirt dress 

I'm loving Monoreno's lace detailed hoodies as well as Urban's sweatshirts

<3

Michael Stars is coming out with some super slouchy new designs that are perfect for that chillaxin' vibe. 





                   Start a fire this August with your own Style In The City!
                                                           XOXO,
                                                        Shopping Girl,
                                                              Lora
                                         http://www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com/

Back Cut Out Rage!

Ashley's top

What better way to cool off in the summer heat than with a fun surprise back cut out!  There are so many great dresses and tops literally floating around this season and I'm DYING for them!

I'm freaking out watching the finale of the Bachlorette right now...(Ashley's sister is being super evil) BUT, I can't stop thinking about her blue silk backless tank she wore on her date in Thailand!  The flowy material and vibrant color looked so cool and relaxed in such a comfortable way!  <3

                                                                                                          I'm also obsessed with dresses that have funky cut outs!  I'm super happy that designers have been smart enough to make them bra appropriate!  Urban Outfitters has some FIERCE dresses that can be rocked day or night!
 

Edgy print!

                                     

Such a cute day dress!



SEEEXY!

Find your favorite cut out and rock your own Style In The City!

XOXO,
Shopping Girl,
Lora
http://www.shoppinggirlxoxo.com/