Happy New Year! There is something so refreshing and optimistic about a new year. Crisp planners ready for appointments, setting goals and resolutions and putting more focus on your well-being! At the last minute, Petar and I ended up flying out…
Definitions. With questions of “what do you do?” and “where are you from”? We are always trying to find ways to define ourselves. More often than not, by one definition. One term. How funny that these letters, strung together can…
What does the last Friday in August require other than a final summer outfit post? I’m sad as we inch our way closer to September, but I had a glorious summer that seemed to fly by all too fast. I…
Weekends are for farmers’ markets, bell-bottoms and fresh flowers. Well, aren’t they? Saturday mornings are my favorite- I tend to wake up early to head over to the market and get locally grown produce and some fresh flowers. I usually…
I have been waiting….and waiting to bring this piece out and the weather finally cooperated! I love a sleek and simple shirt dress and this color couldn’t be more on point. It takes the guessing game out of getting dressed.…
I took full advantage of being outside as much as possible while I was on the West Coast last week. Over the weekend, Petar and I took a few smaller road trips and spent an entire day in Carmel and…
It’s officially time to get back to reality. I’m headed back home after a week in San Jose {1 hour south of San Francisco} visiting Petar and enjoying the California sunshine! It wasn’t all play- I squeezed in meetings, vintage…
I discovered a hidden gem in Chicago a few weeks back and am looking for a reason to go back. The GuestHouse Hotel is a small boutique hotel in Uptown that is chic and welcoming and you’ll probably never want…
Sometimes you just need a change of scenery; a moment to escape the hustle and bustle and clear your mind. We recently discovered the Wilson Avenue stretch of the beach and it feels like you’ve left the city completely. Complete…
I’m always looking for cute ways to dress for work that can carry me over into dinner or even cocktails and meetings. This bright top is grounded with a black blazer and one of my favorite pairs of heels from…
Lately, I’ve been wanting to mix soft and edgy details to create a well-balanced look. When showing lots of leg, like with this mini-skirt, I like to balance on the top with a bit more coverage. I especially like to…
J.Crew Sweater | Nine West Skinny Jeans (similar) | Quilted Clutch, vintage (similar) | Zara Oxford Pumps, old (similar) | Statement Necklace | Blue Watch, vintage (similar)| The temps are finally warming up in Chicago and even though Spring is…
Blazer: Max Mara, old. (similar)// Sweater: J.Crew, old (loving this one right now) // Dress: Zara, old// Boots: BCBG (similar)// Purse: TJ Maxx// Good Morning! Am I on your good side yet? I’ve been behaving and after that Travel Diary post yesterday, I…
Blazer: Zara, old. (similar)// Blouse: Istanbul (similar) // Jeans: Zara, old (similar)/Purse: From TJ Maxx (similar) Good Morning! It feels so good to be back with you all today! We landed yesterday and spent the evening trying to recuperate and today it’s…
In the thick of planning a trip for a client to Italy, I always get so excited to experience some of my favorite destinations, all over again, through their eyes. It also happens to be one of my favorite destinations for a solo trip; a surrender to the senses, to la bellezza in all its forms. The Italians just do it right. Mentally revisiting some of my favorite spots in this itinerary, including an idyllic stay in Porto Santo Stefano.
One of the more relaxing weekends I’ve had in a long time. A reminder that they shouldn’t be so sporadic and few in between. As I slowly ease into the new year, and in an effort to return to the joy of writing, there’s a new post on welcoming 2024 - how I’m planning on filling my cup this month, what I’m looking forward to and more simply put, a monthly check-in with myself and with all of you. x
I’ve been holding on to our wedding photos like a secret note in my pocket I just wasn’t ready to share quite yet. I wanted to hold on to the feeling a bit longer, before the moment felt fleeting.
After endless months of planning, weekly budgeting and saving, all the stress, our wedding day was a beautiful coming together of cultures, traditions and worlds. We were showered with love from near and far and we never lost sight of what this day was truly about – celebrating our unexpected love story. A story we will continue to celebrate.
Sharing with you today a small and intimate look at one of the happiest moments of our life together. I really do feel so very lucky to call this man my husband.
Thank you to @nicolettazarifi for capturing our special day on film and to @feelyourfilms for bringing them to life in a video we’ll cherish forever.
Wedding posts live on www.nomadluxuries.com x
I spent the last week back in Chicago after two long years and while I crammed in way too much in 10 short days, I left feeling recharged and at peace...
I got to spend time with my mom and stepdad, even though it`s always too short and too fast; rented my apartment to a lovely couple; saw friends I haven`t seen in years and hit up most of my favorite spots including eating an excessive amount of Chipotle. Chicago weather behaved for us and even put on a fabulous Fall show, my favorite time of year.
And while I know the reasons why I chose to leave Chicago, it doesn`t mean that it`s not still a very important part of my life and of who I am. It seems, sometimes you need to leave home to truly find yourself. I was able to share all these amazing moments, in my (other) city, in our other home, with my husband, family and friends. I know how blessed I am and I never take this life I`ve built for granted.
A small ode to my other city, sweet home Chicago!
Actual footage of me on ☁️ nine. Post-marital bliss in full effect
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Proud to have been able to pen this piece for @hello_going as @airserbia rolls out their first direct flights between Serbia`s capital city of Belgrade and the "Windy City" - and my hometown of Chicago -after a 30-year hiatus.
While this article is meant to act as a comprehensive guide to flying Air Serbia; it is also a nod to Air Serbia’s long history and authentic culture and cuisine making it an affordable and competitive option when looking to hop the pond.
Finally got around to writing the first - of many - posts on Morocco while taking gardening tips from the beautiful Le Jardin Secret - a lush, green oasis in the heart of the medina in Marrakech. #mangogirls
