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My Apartment Must-Haves

Alida — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:16:08 +0000

Like most UChicago students staying in Chicago for the summer, my new lease starts in June, and I am extremely excited to decorate my very own apartment space. My new apartment is unusually large but also oddly laid out, which means I need a lot of extra items and some pieces that perform double duties. Here is a tentative list of everything I am going to get for my apartment. And as always, if you have any advice for me, let me know!

West Elm

Stripe Duvet Cover & Shams in Citron, $19-$89

Stripe Sheet Set in Feather Gray/White, $19-$59

Pebble Terrariums, $19.99-$34.99

Lacquer Jewelry Box, $49

Terrain Serveware, $9-$29

The Container Store

3-Shelf Folding Iron Bookcase, $59

Record Album Store Box, $16.99

Silver Mesh Handy Bin, $39.99

Watertight Portable File Tote, $23.99

Ikea

Flytta Kitchen Cart, $159

Solsta Sofa Bed, $149

Etsy

"U Are My Sunshine" 8x10 Poster, $15

One Inch Magnet Set, Stockholm, $5

I Spied

Jasmine — Fri, 18 May 2012 20:03:29 +0000

I cannot tell you how long I have been looking for a shirt dress. This one from Madewell, on sale for $59.99, is perfect. I love the way it drapes. It’s loose and comfortable, but still has enough structure so it doesn’t look like I’m wearing a sack.

Style Icon: Duchess Catherine

Fatima — Fri, 18 May 2012 19:55:43 +0000

From the moment Kate Middleton entered the public eye, we’ve loved her royal sense of style. This past year has seen numerous good and memorable looks from Kate, as well as some great and stunning outfits. Her looks usually feature shades of blue, chic pumps or sandals, and her perfect hair. Overall, her style is combination of effortless chic and royal elegance.

In Jenny Packham for the Olympic-themed concert at the Royal Albert Hall

In J. Brand jeans and Pucci blazer

In Temperley London

In Alexander McQueen

Are you a fan of Princess Kate’s style?

Stress Relief: Chicago Golf Courses

Katy — Thu, 17 May 2012 23:22:25 +0000

Two public golf courses, run by the Chicago Park district, are close to campus, and worth checking out if you feel the need to take a swing at something.

Chicago Park District Golf

Jackson Park Golf Course- Located between 63rd and Lake Shore, is just a short putt away if you’re on the south side of the midway. $26 during the week, $29 on the weekend for 18 holes.

Aerial View of Jackson Park Course

South Shore Golf Course- This one’s a bit further, between 67th and 71st on South Shore Dr, but it’s not inaccessible, and it used to be a private course, so it’s worth the trip. $18 during the week, $20 on the weekend for 9 holes.

Aerial View of South Shore Course

MODA Giveaway: Ann Taylor Necklace

Lauren — Thu, 17 May 2012 22:17:55 +0000

Oh yes. This Supernova Statement Necklace is ours, to give to you. Visit Ann Taylor and leave a comment on this post telling us the piece you’d most like to buy for the coming summer, and how it will change your look.

On Monday, we’ll pick a winner!

Here’s a little Supernova inspiration:

MODA’s Secret Garden Party

Lauren — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:34:09 +0000

Vogue, Henry Clarke, 1960

The secret’s out. We’re throwing a party in the Ida Noyes Courtyard next Thursday to celebrate our Fourth Annual Magazine Launch, the newest issue of MODA Magazine, and the blog!

Join the stylish of UChicago for food, complimentary issues of our 2012 Summer magazine, live music, and a photo wall. This is also a wonderful chance to meet MODA in person, and find out how to get involved.

WHERE: Ida Noyes Courtyard
WHEN: 5-7pm, Thursday May 24, more info here.
ATTIRE: Please dress to impress in your best garden party attire. You know how we do.

I Spied

Lauren — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:20:11 +0000

Bright blue and classy? J.Crew, you know me too well. This silk-spun big-bowed cami is just the kind of thing I want to wear with black skinny jeans and heels to Gilt Bar in the summer. It’s office appropriate too!

Silk bow cami, J.Crew, $98

Indie Burger

Alida — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:17:54 +0000

Tucked into a corner of W. Belmont, Indie Burger is an unassuming but uber-hip burger joint in one of the coolest neighborhoods in the city. Just half a block away from the Vic Theater, its the perfect place to go before a show. The organic, grass-fed beef makes for luscious 1/3 burger patties, and the organic chickpea is coated in a delicious and refreshing layer of tzatziki. If you’re just aching for something sweet, Indie Burger boasts a crazy good white chocolate cardamon cookie, an ample shake selection, and one of the best butterscotch brownies in town. Plus, it’s just a cool place to hang out–the indie music is always blasting and there are literally hundreds of concert posters lining the walls.

Indie Burger is located on 1034 W Belmont Avenue.

A Mismatched Pair: Snoop Dogg and Karl Lagerfeld Star in a Music Video

Hannah — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:43:06 +0000

For his latest single, the French singer, Jean-Roch enlisted the odd pair to guest star in his ode to Saint Tropez. And yes, in case you were wondering, the whole spectacle is just as ridiculous as it sounds. The video opens with movie style credits and then proceeds to cycle through various scenes of opulence, each more ridiculous than the last. But why didn’t they let Karl rap?

My only question is what could have possibly compelled the creative director of Chanel to star in a music video?

Tie-dye style

Jasmine — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:11:32 +0000

If you haven’t noticed, this week there has been free t-shirt tie dying out on the quad. FREE! Free tie-dye AND free t-shirt. Get ‘em while they’re still available!

photos courtesy of Lauren Kelly-Jones

While I tend to associate tie-dye with the 70s and hippies, here are some past and current styles that make it work:

Mikkat Market, both $32

Haute-couture wise:

Proenza Schouler and Ports 1961

Peter Pilotto and Calvin Klein

Or, you could just rock the original hippie look: