4You Can Explore the City in a Whole New Way: On Skis

Chicago Magazine 11/28 12:00A Chicago Magazine

I’ve been cross-country skiing in Chicago for a quarter century, since the days when winter was winter, before global warming put a squeeze on the number of snow days. The flat Chicago Lake Plain is a perfect surface for cross-country...

Homemade Focaccia Recipe

Sequins and Stripes 11/27 8:37A liz

So excited to share this delicious focaccia recipe! In 2020 my brother got really into baking bread. He made all sorts your basic beer bread, sourdough, wheat, focaccia, you name it! But I especially...

Boden Metallics for the Holidays

Sequins and Stripes 11/24 3:09P liz

Boden Metallic Stripe Top , Boden Metallic Stripe Skirt , Kate Spade Heels Boden has me in my holiday feels! They are currently offering 40% off (mostly) everything and these metallic sets are not to...

The Best Black Friday Sales

Sequins and Stripes 11/22 4:03A liz

The best black Friday sales of 2023 are here! The days of waking up early on the Friday after Thanksgiving are long gone and you have to get a jumpstart if you re going to get the good stuff. It s...

12 Gift Ideas for Guys

Sequins and Stripes 11/21 9:29A liz

Pax Apparel Sullivan s Island Hat , Give r Insulated Leather Gloves , Vuori Ponto Performance Pant , Double Insulated Cocktail Glasses , Embroidered Belt , Faherty Fleece Pullover , Short Court Pickle...

Sausage and Cheese Breakfast Wheels

Sequins and Stripes 11/21 2:59A liz

This breakfast recipe is about as easy as it comes and great for the holidays when your house is full and you need something quick and delicious. I get in the zone when it comes to cooking this time...

Shopbop Black Friday Sale

Sequins and Stripes 11/20 12:21A liz

Sleeper Pajamas , Loeffler Randall Flats , Lele Sadoughi Headband , Varley Half Zip Sweatshirt , Jennifer Behr Bow Earrings , Line & Dot Stripe Cardigan , Arianne Emmy Floral Dress , Mansur Gavriel...

12 Gift Ideas for Her

Sequins and Stripes 11/16 11:34P liz

Margaux Ballet Flats , Le Lion Cardigan , Goldbug Birthstone Pendant Gucci Flora Perfume , Estelle Colored Wine Glasses , Cashmere Socks Liberty Cosmetic Case , Hart Tennis Necklace , Dragon Diffusion...

Easy Holiday Style

Sequins and Stripes 11/16 2:05P liz

shop this look: Reformation Velvet Dress (size up), River Island Tweed Cardigan , Falke Polka Dot Tights , BP Platforms Easy holiday style featuring pieces that work for every festive event on your...

Holiday Shoes

Sequins and Stripes 11/15 7:30A liz

shop this look : J.Crew Metallic Tweed Cardigan (on super sale!), Pistola Lexi Jeans (also here ), Leset Margo Tee , Loeffler Randall Moire Bow Mules (in black here ) It is all in the details when it...

Amazon Holiday Hosting + Decorating Favorites

Sequins and Stripes 11/12 12:29A liz

shop this post: Christmas House Cookie Jar , Bottle Brush Trees , Maison Balzac Champagne Coupes , Spode Christmas Platter , Wood Tree Tray , Jean Dubost Flatware , Afloral Faux Pine Garland , Velvet...

Faherty Favorites for the Holidays

Sequins and Stripes 11/11 1:27A liz

It s no secret that we are big fans of Faherty , especially during the cozy months! Faherty does cold weather RIGHT and I stocked up on a few styles to get me through the winter days. We are heading...

Holiday Style with Shopbop

Sequins and Stripes 11/10 2:31P liz

shop this look : Veronica Beard Top , Veronica Beard Skirt (wearing a 4), Falke Polka Dot Tights , Loeffler Randall Velvet Platforms Shopbop is one of my favorite shopping destinations for holiday...

Tips for Staying Active During the Holidays

Sequins and Stripes 11/9 8:34A liz

shop this look : lululemon Swiftly Tech Long Sleeve Tee , lululemon 25 Align Pants , lululemon Strongfeel Shoes I don t know about you but I m already seeing myself neglecting exercise when things get...

One Pot Chicken, Veggie and Rice

Sequins and Stripes 11/7 11:02P liz

I love a recipe that the whole family enjoys. Especially when it is a one pot recipe! My mom makes the most delicious mushroom and wild rice soup. A soup that I crave during the colder months. A few...