Me after having my hair & makeup professionally done for the shoot!

Yesterday literally felt like a dream. I had such a blast shooting a video for Nicole Richie’s capsule collection for Macy’s Impulse! I’m beyond excited because Nicole Richie is an incredible designer, and her relaxed approach to boho-chic dressing always inspires me. The dress I wore for filming was a surprise, but I loved it the minute I saw it. I also loved the challenge of building five looks for five days using the same piece. It was actually super easy since the dress was totally something I’d not only buy, but wear all the time! I can’t show it to you yet since the collaboration pieces are a big secret, but trust me when I say it’s perfect. I can’t wait to spot her pieces on real girls in the city so I can street-style photograph them for my blog.

Homies!

The film crew and I shot in five of my favorite locations around Chicago, including my favorite Wicker Park vintage boutique Kokorokoko. My friend Luis helped me pick out a new pair of shoes (which I actually bought). Oh, hello vintage Walter Steiger snakeskin pumps… Sasha always buys the coolest vintage stuff, which is why Kokorokoko is one of the places I’m constantly telling people to visit. Thanks for being so awesome Sasha!

Oh hai thar Big Star

After filming inside my apartment, we grabbed lunch at Big Star. I mean seriously, is there any better food for a long day of running around Chicago filming commercials? That’s a rhetorical question. Google it.

Sarah getting hair & makeup by City Lights Makeup Artistry

After that we jumped in the car and headed towards the skyscrapers of River North, where my best friend Sarah joined us at the Dana Hotel. We savored the phenomenal skyline views and surreal setting on top of the city. Having the opportunity to do a project with my best friend made today so special. Without her, I’d go insane. She keeps me grounded – I count on her to keep it real, plus she’s one of the coolest people on planet earth. Well, duh!

View from Vertigo Sky Lounge on a rainy day

Filming in iconic locations around my home city made my life feel like a movie. You know what, I’m just going to start calling Chicago my hometown. I’ve adopted the city, and the city’s adopted me. I can’t wait to share the videos with you on Wednesday, September 12th when Nicole Richie’s capsule collection for Macy’s Impulse launches. Come celebrate with me that evening with a big bash at Macy’s on State Street!

*Special thanks to Macy’s for sponsoring this project, plus Swell, City Lights Makeup Artistry, Kokorokoko, and Kayla Vanalstyne at Goran Coban salon