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Mi   amor Miami and who would have thought! To be honest I have always written this sexy beach city off until my dear friend planned her bachelorette party here and I finally experienced the first of hopefully many trips. I loved the bright colors and vibrant culture of all the beautiful people and places. My time here was quite limited, and so this is definitely a preliminary guide, but please reach out if you have any other recommendations! I can’t wait to get back! Enjoy!

Bienvenidos Miami… I just had the BEST time in Miami, it was my first time there and I was uber excited to shop for lots of bright and fun resort wear. The amazing weather makes getting ready so much more exciting and risqué. The city itself is so lovely and I can’t wait to share my official city guide, coming soon! In the meantime, here are all my favorite picks, many of which are sure to inspire more then just this one sexy city! Enjoy! magenta blazer | white bubble earri

The bright doors on mid-century modern homes, endless green golf courses and sunshine filed days best remedied by cool blue pools and (spiked) Arnold Palmers. It’s hard to ignore the 70’s inspired design aesthetic in this small dessert city just 100 miles east of Los Angeles. This past weekend I attended the Christopher Kennedy Compound Modernism Week Show House , which is an opportunity for decorators to create their own space during Modernism Week , a celebration of desi

Spring has sprung… or maybe not quite yet, but here’s some hope for what will eventually come, before my personal favorite summer season. Growing up in Chicago, springtime was a real tedious process waiting for some hope after rough winter. {image source} I remember many afternoons with my puffy coat shoved into my backpack and the awkward four hours of sunlight before dinner. I don't really miss living day to day in a place with four full seasons but I do miss the idea of it

Spring is coming! And I am so ready to get back into bright colors, embellishments and more lighthearted fabrics like lace. This romper from Mia Mars is a perfect way to start the warmer season and won’t break the bank with a price point just under $50. It’s also a perfect start to building my summer white wardrobe, but technically we will wait for Memorial Day to jump on that train. Can’t wait to drink some Pimm’s, get back to warmer temps and higher hemlines. Enjoy! More t

Let’s party ladies… Despite anyone’s relationship status I am always a fan of celebrating love and especially with good girlfriends. So when I saw so many fun posts last year from #Galentine’sDay parties, I made it a priority to gather some friends together and get creative this year. If you are wondering what a Galentine’s Day Party consists of it’s generally an extension of the adult sleepover or girls night in. Thus, I highly recommend you go all out and eat at least some

To be fair, I don’t think Valentine’s Day needs too be extravagant. I personally just want a handwritten card from that special someone, a nice bottle of champs and some flowers would be nice too. But if you’re still looking for a little extra something, here are some more ideas. Enjoy! {  No. 1 | No. 2 | No. 3 | No. 4 | No. 5 | No. 6 | No. 7 | No. 8 | No. 9 | No. 10  } {  No. 1 | No. 2 | No. 3 | No. 4 | No. 5 | No. 6 | No. 7 | No. 8 | No. 9   } Much Love,  -

“LIGHT IS SOMETHING YOU CAN SHARE WITH OTHERS AND STILL HAVE YOURSELF” {Rabbi Shusterman}  …AND SO IS LOVE  HAPPY NEW YEAR, thank you so much for supporting Gisele Chic, it truly means the world! Let’s light up the night & the new year,  much love & gratitude,  -M -M

It’s party time…and I’ve rounded up 50 fun ways to celebrate the new year in. { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 } As much as   I am aware that NYE tends to disappoint after all the ridiculous buildup, it doesn’t hurt to feel good. Enjoy! { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 } { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 } { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 } Happy

Mix & a mingle… and you get the gist. What’s a holiday without some fun cocktails? I’ve rounded up some favorites and fully intend to attempt making at least three. This champagne punch , pictured above, was the simplest of all recipes and just perfect for the bowl my mother passed down to me this year. Excited to sip some with friends tonight, enjoy! 1. rosé, raspberry & mint fizz   2. fig & rosemary tini   3. cranberry cider punch   4. cinnamon white russian   5. gingerbrea

Tis’ the season… of gift giving and generalized merriness. { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 } Here’s my one and only guide this season for those loved ones, some of my favorites being this lovely top handle pink dusty purse , a Fortnum and Mason hamper filled with yummy treats , the coziest winter booties , and a six months cheese subscription   (yes that’s a real thing and it’s genius). Enjoy! { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |

Let’s get personal… I love monograms for many reasons, but most importantly, because it turns something ordinary into something special. Nothing says, “I really care about you” like an item that takes extra time and consideration to procure and because the season of gift giving is fast approaching, { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 } I’ve compiled a list of all the best finds online, just in the Nick of time. Some of my monogrammed favorites I currently own and are

Halloween is right around the corner and I can’t wait to make some festive drinks. I’ve rounded up a bunch of halloween inspired cocktails I am most excited to try from Pinterest. Enjoy! 1. Harvest Moscow Mule   {via style me pretty}   2. Witches Brew Punch {via food network}   3. Caramel Apple Sangria {via the sweetest occasion}   4. Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate {via i’m bored let’s go}   5. Sparkling Cranberry Apple Cider Punch {via mel’s kitchen}   6. Passionfruit Mar-

My 26th year was the year of fulfillment. At 27, I can honestly say in this exact moment in time I am physically, intellectually and emotionally fulfilled. I don’t know if each category is 100% there, 100% of the time, but enough to be incredibly satisfying and keep me positive about the future. So what exactly does it mean to feel fulfilled? My understanding of fulfillment is fluid, variable by the unexpectedness of life. Fulfillment can come in many formats, and for me it c

This year for my birthday I wanted to do something different then the usual brunch or dinner at a restaurant. I’ve always wanted to host something outside having lived in an apartment for the last several years and since I don’t have a backyard I figured the nearby beach would suffice! Just like last year my inspiration was the beach, an all white decor, with cocktails, at sunset. I think I’m going to keep that formula forever! Here’s how I did it, enjoy! { invite via paper

One of my favorite parts of school was buying school supplies. Lisa Frank anyone? Some years I even took pictures of all my school supplies laid out (insert crying/laughing emoji here). Apparently not much has changed! So when September rolls around I have to compile a list of all the things I am obsessed with this school season and here it is! { 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 } So when my dear frie

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of celebrating the MILK makeup launch with an old high school friend, former co-cheerleader and now stellar NYC blogger at Open Haus Co and creative at MILK . Aside from the gorgeous space at the MILK studio in Los Angeles, I got to sample all the new beauty goods, plus some stellar rosé and stickers. { me & my friend samantha from what would kiki wear  at the milk launch } To be honest, I’m not super fluent in makeup use, but I will say

Hopefully I am not the only gal addicted to Bravo…. I have been wanting to do this post for some time now, so glad it’s finally here! The thing I hate about most portrayals of women on reality TV is general caddy-ness and the constant need to prove themselves amongst one another and essentially to their viewers. As much as I look forward to the reunion shows on every real housewives series, I can’t help but think, why are we always fighting about who is right, who is prettier

So this is one trend I am TOTALLY behind! I love the blue and white summer stripes, the cute bow, mini bell sleeve detail, but most of all? The $17 sale price tag!!! Grab it out now , here , enjoy this summer, you won’t regret. Let the #summering begin. { Shutters on the Beach | Santa Monica, CA} From my favorite summer spot to yours,  Enjoy,  Xx,  -M

Mother’s day is around the corner and I am proud to announce I will be back in Chicago this year to celebrate with my mom for the first time in several years! It’s an easy holiday to forget to plan for when you live miles away, but a great excuse to remind yourself and others of all the amazing things mother’s do for us day after day, that we tend to take for granted. Hope you enjoy my gift guide, and get those floral orders made in plenty of time!  Much love,  -M