Turkey Day Chic!

Thanksgiving Day Style Inspiration: 
With plenty of stretch!

Thanksgiving is right around the corner!  This holiday; full of love and appreciation, is exactly what we all need right now!  It is a time to be grateful, to share loving moments with your friends and family, to be thankful for every day, and to eat lots of delicious food! 😍

Some will be staying home and celebrating around their own dining room table, some will be traveling to meet up with their Thanksgiving Day crew in someone else's home, and other's will be heading out to a festive dining experience out on the town.  Weather you're looking for a casual look, a festive yet approachable vibe, or fancy attire this holiday, comfort and stretch on Thanksgiving is always key!  

Below is a little Thanksgiving Day inspo to make sure you look Turkey Day chic for whatever you have on your calendar!

PONCHO REALNESS!

This One Size fits all sweater poncho is the answer to all of your Thanksgiving Day prayers!  Pair it with a distressed denim, a thick black legging, or even over a cotton maxi for ultimate comfort this Thanksgiving!

  NAVY LAYERS!

Throw this festive blazer over ANYTHING for instant glam!  Pair it with a simple black T for casual/chic perfection!

MAXI PERFECTIONS!

If you're looking for a fancy choice that still gives you the comfort of your favorite pair of pajamas, look no further!  This velvet maxi dress is everything!

Stylist:  Lora LaPratt
Model:  Emily Ward

Clothing:  LBD Chciago
________________________________________________________________________________________

If you're interested in learning more about my styling services or want to follow us on Instagram and Facebook visit ...

WWW.SHOPPINGGIRLXOXO.COM

XOXO,

Shopping Girl,

Lora LaPratt

Fall Trends That Will Never Die!

They're what we've been waiting for!

I may be outnumbered here, but I dream of the days that I can throw on some of my fall essentials throughout the warmer seasons!  I just love the effortless style and comfort of fall fashion. Not to mention, everything else that comes along with some of my favorite fall trends!

Today I want to highlight some of the tried and true cozy essentials that have been around for decades and aren't going anywhere!  Below are some of my favorite classic warm weather "go-to's" with a super chic modern twist to get you through this year's late fall weather drop!

CHUNKY KNITS!

This one-size-fits-all chunky knit is everything!  
I love the unique hemline, criss-cross detail, oversized sleeves, and most of all, that cozy neckline!

SUEDE!

If you're looking to add in a pop of suede this season opt for a fitted jacket rather than the typical booty option!  Keep it fresh and modern with a bodysuit and high waisted denim!

PLAID!

I. AM. OBSESSED.

This oversized plaid super soft mix between a jacket and cardigan will instantly take any look to the next level!

Stylist:  Lora LaPratt
Model:  Emily Ward

Clothing:  LBD Chciago
________________________________________________________________________________________

If you're interested in learning more about my styling services or want to follow us on Instagram and Facebook visit ...

WWW.SHOPPINGGIRLXOXO.COM

XOXO,

Shopping Girl,

Lora LaPratt

Fuzzy, Velvet, and Sheer, OH MY!

Fall is full of fabulous textures!

If you're anything like me you've been praying to the weather gods to bring cozy, comfy, layering temperatures so you can start incorporating some of your favorite fall essentials into your style!  I LOVE fall weather and everything that comes along with it, especially the hottest textures for 2017!

Just because it's getting colder outside does not mean the temperatures need to drop when it comes to how hot you feel in your new fall style!  

I had a little fun with my girl Emily from LBD to show off not only my favorite texture trends this season, but how to rock them into the colder months in a cool, unique, and dare I say, HOT way!

FUZZY!

Super soft, fluffy, pet-able materials are all the rage this season!  This material can easily add weight so in order to keep the look flattering, opt for a fitted shape.  This style looks great tucked into a skirt or cropped!  Adding a peek-a-boo of lace, like Emily, gives an element of romance to the cutesy texture!

  

VELVET!

My absolute favorite texture this fall!  Who knew this blast from the past would come full circle!  You can add in a pop of velvet with your shoe, a great blazer or kimono, or as Emily did here with a fun top! Another way to give better shape to thicker material is to tie a knot to show off your best asset!  I knotted this super funky top to give it a little more edge and much more sex appeal!

SHEER!

Full on sheer layers are can be quite the statement piece as shown here.  Emily is rocking the sheer turtleneck onesie over a lace brallette for optimal impact.  If this feels too risque for you, try this trend layered under one of your favorite spring or summer dresses for some warmth that still adds a textured detail to any look!

Stylist:  Lora LaPratt
Model:  Emily Ward

Clothing:  LBD Chciago
________________________________________________________________________________________

If you're interested in learning more about my styling services or want to follow us on Instagram and Facebook visit ...

WWW.SHOPPINGGIRLXOXO.COM

XOXO,

Shopping Girl,

Lora LaPratt

Rules Were Meant To Be Broken!

What to Wear 

for Every BBQ On Your List!

As the dog days of summer roll in everyone is having their last hurrah with BBQs, bonfires, and patio parties. It's always hard to decide what to wear when the festivities lend their name to something a little more cozy and casual.  

Here are a few of our favorite ways to amp up a casual vibe with a touch of style to keep your look elevated while still being dressed perfectly for any end of summer party on your list.  Hint, they're all a little risky when it comes to following the rules!  

Layer a fun floral patterned top with distressed denim and a cozy cardigan!  

This Ted Baker T gives me life!  I love the vibrant colors and floral pattern keeping summer alive with a comfortable fit! Take a fancy floral pattern top and bring it down to a relatable level with a classic neutral cardigan and perfectly fitting denim!  Florals are most definitely not just for spring and summer anymore ladies!

Who says you can't wear white 

after Labor Day?!

Rules were meant to be broken!  The quickest and chicest way to elevate a look is to pair a bright top with a pair of white jeans!  So simplistic yet such a statement!  Keep everything else simple and let your rule breaking ways do all the talking!  😉

A cropped boot cut and fancy shoe!!

Stick with a jeans and t-shirt look but make it modern with one of my favorite denim trends of the season!  A chic cropped boot cut is such a fun way to make your look modern and fresh!  This style goes great with a chunky sandal or a killer ankle boot depending on the weather!  Cropped cuts only in the summer time are a rule of the past my dears!

Stylist:  Lora LaPratt

Model:  Emily Ward

Clothing:  LBD Chciago

__________________________________________________________________________________________

If you're interested in learning more about my styling services or want to follow us on Instagram and Facebook visit ...

WWW.SHOPPINGGIRLXOXO.COM

XOXO,

Shopping Girl,

Lora LaPratt

Boat Babe!

Soak Up These Last Days of Summer 

In Style!

It's super easy to finish off the summer in Boat Babe Style by grabbing yourself a few of these fun, fashionable and easy to wear pieces! Whether you're the proud owner of your very own boat or you like to create the beach bum vibe from shore, LBD has you covered!

A piece with nautical stripes is always a no-brainer!  

Stripes are still everything this season and what better way to wear them than in all your nautical glory!?  I just love the effortless flow and color combo of this summer frock!

A cover up that can double as a dress!

Find yourself a fun printed cover up that can be worn multiple ways.  Rock it as a cover up on the water with jeans when you head to lunch or as a dress for evening cocktails! This piece can literally take you from morning to night!

A maxi dress that can be 

dressed up or down!

A classic black maxi can be so perfect for any type of boating event you have on the horizon!  I can't get enough of this stunning dress that can be rocked off the shoulders as shown, pulled up for a more formal look, or simply with spaghetti straps if you're feeling mellow!

Stylist:  Lora LaPratt

Model:  Emily Ward

Clothing:  LBD Chciago

__________________________________________________________________________________________

If you're interested in learning more about my styling services or want to follow us on Instagram and Facebook visit ...

WWW.SHOPPINGGIRLXOXO.COM

XOXO,

Shopping Girl,

Lora LaPratt

Lora's top TOP trends for summer!

A Fabulous Top Can Turn Any Day Around!

When it comes to updating my client's wardrobes for summertime in Chicago the key ingredient always comes down to a new selection of standalone, easy to wear tops! As long as they have one of my favorite trends incorporated they will be super easy to mix-and-match into your existing wardrobe to create tons of different modern, chic, outfits that will make you feel confident, comfortable, and super pulled together!

Cold Shoulder!

Bows Galore!

                          

Half Tuck Realness!

                           

Try any of these styles with a perfect pair of cut-off shorts for a great every day look, a crisp pair of white jeans for a fancier vibe, or a pleated maxi for a statement look!  All of today's looks are available at LBD Chicago!

Stylist:  Lora LaPratt

Model:  Emily Ward

Clothing:  LBD Chciago

__________________________________________________________________________________________

If you're interested in learning more about my styling services or want to follow us on Instagram and Facebook visit ...

WWW.SHOPPINGGIRLXOXO.COM

XOXO,

Shopping Girl,

Lora LaPratt