Saturday, May 18, 2013

Sunday's Prepster Pick

$25.00 by Love, Always

Add some color to your arm party with this leather and rhinestone wrap bracelet!

"To work earnestly, to speak kindly, to act sincerely, to choose thoughtfully..."

Today was a truly inspirational day for the Rho Mu chapter of Chi Omega. To wrap up Greek Week here at DePaul, the FSL Committee put on an elegant awards ceremony for the chapters' executive boards and nominated members. I was thrilled to hear Chi Omega's name called so many times; one of our new initiates won the New Member of the Year award, two seniors won Senior Stoll awards, and our entire chapter won Chapter Unity of the Year. 

Chi Omega, Rho Mu executive board 2013 with our Chapter Unity of the Year award. 
Today is one of those days that make me feel extra bless to be a Chi Omega and apart of an organization that constantly inspires women to be their best. Without my sisters, I wouldn't be the strong woman I am today. Congrats, Chi Omegas!

Loyally in Chi Omega, 

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Words to live by

In honor of this beautiful Chicago weather...

{image found on Ashleigh Noel}

Happy Tuesday!


Sunday, May 12, 2013

Styling Navy 101

There is nothing more classic than a simple tailored navy dress. It exudes elegance and can be styled with nearly any color shoes, jewelry, or other accessories. I'm in love with this navy Dorothy Perkins dress - it's a major contender for my sorority's upcoming formal! One of my favorite color combinations is navy and fuchsia, but here are some other potential colors that complement this stunning dress. 

SHOES

EARRINGS

CLUTCHES

Friday, May 10, 2013

Giveaway à la Bellevue Newport

To kick off a great weekend I have a a fabulous giveaway for ya'll!

Bellevue Newport is a chic online accessory store that sells preppy jewelry, home decor, and monogrammed goods. They also hold great jewelry flash sales on their Facebook page every Monday and Wednesday at 8pm EST. Bellevue Newport was kind enough to send me a gold-plated monogrammed necklace and I am absolutely in love with it - I've worn it every day since it arrived! 

Bellevue Newport also wants to give one lucky Chicago Prepster reader their very own monogrammed necklace (retail $168)! The winner can choose from a gold-plated or sterling silver necklace. Enter through the Rafflecopter widget below by Friday, May 21 at 11:59pm. The winner will be announced on Twitter and contacted via email on May 22!
Good luck and make sure you check out Bellevue Newport's online store and Facebook page for awesome jewelry sales!

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Thursday, May 9, 2013

Little Thursday inspirations

We all need a little inspiration to get us through a long day of work or school. Today, I'm inspired by these romantic European images from one of my favorite blogs, WILDFLEUR

Some of my most favorite memories come from my various European vacations to France, England, Spain, Italy, Malta, and Austria. Daydreaming about past European trips puts a little spring in my step and a smile on my face. Happy work day!





{all images: WILDFLEUR}

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Words to live by

Life is hectic right now and I'm in desperate need of a break. Keeping these words in mind as I tough it out until summer in four (hopefully short) weeks!
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Thursday, May 2, 2013

New apartment wish list!

The past few weeks have been exciting but chaotic! Midterm week just ended, so I was buried in papers and projects (hence my slight blog absence, sorry). One bit of exciting news is that my boyfriend and I finally found the perfect apartment and we are signing our lease this weekend! It's a beautiful, open, sunny apartment in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood.

Procrastinating for midterms is always easy, especially if you have a new apartment to shop for and decorate! I'm slowly collecting essential items for the new place and I'm making a big trip to IKEA in the next couple of weeks. Time to bring out my inner interior decorator. Here are a few things on my new apartment wish list:

Saturday, April 27, 2013

Words to (always) live by

I'm a dream chaser, a go-getter, and an opportunity seeker. I always keep this quote in mind when I think about what's in store for me. It's also a little dose of optimism for those stressed about future plans. If you have a dream, you have the strength to make it a plan!

{image source: The Sorority Secrets} 

Happy Saturday!

Monday, April 22, 2013

Nantucket Brand canvas tote giveaway

Remember this darling light pink canvas tote I reviewed a couple weeks ago? Well this week, one lucky Chicago Prepster reader will win one of these adorable small totes from Nantucket Brand!



Enter through the Rafflecopter widget below by Sunday, April 28 at 11:59pm EST. The winner will be randomly selected and announced on Monday, April 29. 

Good luck, nautical fans!


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