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my life, travel · 10.16.13

my chicago daze

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Where do I even begin? I had the best time in Chicago these past few days. I’ve fallen absolutely in love with the entire city. The people, atmosphere, buildings, shopping, everything is perfect. Even the airport was fun.

But seriously, the shopping in Chicago was incredible. They have Topshop (which I had only visited the London location), H&M, Zara, a gigantic Forever 21, Free People, Urban Outfitters, and the list goes on and on. I did some damage, that is for sure.

Overall, it was just a great time in the city with friends. I posted some of my favorite photos I captured while wandering around downtown with quite a few shopping bags in hand. The Chicago Marathon was scheduled for Sunday, so we saw several runners and the Nike store was buzzing with a lively atmosphere. Basically, if you live in Chicago I am envious of you.

My last picture is the lovely sunset I got to watch in the air. The BEST place to watch the sun drift away. Hope you guys are having a lovely day!

xx

mal

p.s. I am going to start posting a song that reminds me of whatever it is I am writing about. Here is my Chicago tune.

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Posted In: my life, travel · Tagged: autumn fashion, chicago, chicago marathon, fall fashion, fashion, fashion blog, fashion blogger, forever 21, friends, fun, h&m, shopping, topshop, travel, urban outfitters, vacation, weekend, weekend getaway, zara

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  1. GlitzySpritzer says

    10.17.13 at 8:47 am

    Chicago is lovely isn’t it! I just went there a few weeks ago for the Jack Johnson concert and fell in love with it all over again. 🙂
    http://middayspritzer.com/

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    • anchors and dreams says

      10.18.13 at 9:15 am

      That’s awesome!! I fell in love with everything!
      I adore your blog! Thanks for visiting!
      xx
      mal

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      • GlitzySpritzer says

        10.18.13 at 9:31 am

        My pleasure, thanks! 🙂

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  2. Catarina says

    10.18.13 at 2:59 pm

    Thanks for your lovely comment! 🙂 I love your blog too! And also love these pictures, Chicago seems to be amazing!! x

    http://anchorsanddreams.wordpress.com

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    • anchors and dreams says

      10.18.13 at 4:34 pm

      aww thanks so much! It is incredible!
      thanks for reading and commenting!! 🙂
      xx
      mal

      Reply

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