Okay, I know it's hard to get out there and travel the world. While many of us dream of jet-setting coast to coast and hemisphere to hemisphere, a harsh reality holds us back: we're broke. I'm talking, I'm a college kid who makes $8.50 an hour and can't even afford an iced caramel macchiato broke. So, instead of waiting while saving pennies for years to go to that dream destination (which we should all still do!!), why not take a vacation in your very own city?
Granted, my very own city happens to be one of the best in the world, Chi-city, but every city has it's own quirks and fun activities to do! Over winter break, my mom, sister and I were feeling a little bit of cabin fever. So instead of sitting around watching yet another episode of Criminal Minds, we decided to go downtown for a day and night!
Our stops along the way:
- Shopping on Michigan Ave.
- Some of my fave stores: Topshop, Forever 21, H&M, Macy's, Urban, etc. Just the aura of shopping on the Mag Mile always keeps me coming back. And of course, there's nothing wrong with window shopping the designer stores! Also, I bought a new pair of Ray-Bans on this shopping trip, and I'm in love.
- Michael Jordan's Steakhouse
- You guys!! I'm a vegetarian! But, this was one of the greatest meals. Their sides menu is unreal-- gourmet mashed potato trio and fried mac & cheese, to name a few.
- Beautiful - The Carole King Musical at the Oriental Theatre
- I cannot even begin to tell you how obsessed my sister and I are with this musical. Had I even heard of Carole King before? Nope. Does my sister even like musicals? Not at all. Yet, we were both captivated by catchy songs, a heartwrenching story, and killer performances. We even downloaded her album Tapestry and have been listening to it ever since.
- The Allerton Hotel Chicago
- After a crazy day of shopping, steaks, and songs, we needed somewhere to sleep! The Allerton is a beautiful boutique hotel with a to-die-for location.
- The Grand Lux Cafe
- Before we headed back to suburbia, we made a stop for brunch at the Grand Lux, a staple of Michigan Ave. dining. I have to say, amazing iced tea.
What we wore:
Bird Tights: ALDO // Fuzzy Sweater: H&M // Suede Skirt: ZARA // Anna's Jumpsuit: Forever 21 // Anna's Statement Necklace: Forever 21 // Gold Rings: H&M, F21