Now Wearing...

photo via Trés Awesome

Every piece in this photo has been in heavy rotation for me.  I picked up this varsity jacket from Topshop a couple months ago after DJing their prom shopping event, and I've worn the hell out of this thing!  It's so comfortable and makes every outfit instantly brighter and more playful.

The bag is a Botkier Valentina, which is on super sale at Amazon.  I'd be upset that I paid more except that I've had the bag for four months, and I've used it literally everyday.  For work, I'll occasionally carry an additional canvas tote bag, but for the most part, the size of this bag is perfect for me. There are just enough compartments for me to keep my things straight, but not so many that I forget where I've stashed things.  And the keychain is the best thing ever!

This photo was snapped by Chicago street style blog Trés Awesome (Emma Arnold).  I've heard quite a bit about Emma and her blog since starting at Leo Burnett last May because she's a Burnetter too!  Check out this video that our agency made featuring Emma and her life outside the agency.

And because I'm a very lucky lady, the agency recently featured me as well.  The video was filmed at The Bedford where I DJ monthly.  I'm spinning there again in a couple weeks on Saturday, June 1st.  If you're in town (and you should be because Chicago summers are the best), come say hi!

Falling for Orange and Red

I'm DJing at The Bedford Chicago again this Saturday, November 10th. I'll be spinning 80s classics, indie favorites, and as always, a little disco! Come warm up with a drink and maybe some dancing!

The poster for this Saturday is another work of art by Austin Eustice.  I usually gravitate towards cooler colors like blues, greens and purples, but since spring I've been having a love affair with oranges.  And this fall I've added reds into the mix, so in collaborating on this flier, I asked Austin to look use a palette of oranges and reds.  The poster is great isn't it?

Poster by Austin Eustice

Oranges and reds have been making their way into my closet.  Most recently, I was gifted a pair of faded cherry red jeans.  I never thought I could get into anything resembling pink, but these jeans have changed my mind.  I've worn these skinny jeans almost every other week.

Hudson Nico Skinny Jeans, $100 (retail $154)
Worn with old Theory flats (similar) on left. Right. Worn with vegan leather peplum last time I was at The Bedford on right.

I've been eyeing a few orange and red pieces at Piperlime.  They've always on trend and carry brands at every price point.  And there's a pretty great sale right now- extra 15% off already marked down items with code "EXTRA15" at checkout.

Parker Button Pocket Silk Top, $111.19 + 15% off (retail $187)

Trina Turk Stewart Ponte Peplum, $261.99 + 15% off (retail $328)

Theory Nabiki Straight Pant, $127.99+ 15% off (retail $255) 

Dolce Vita Jamison, $79.99 + 15% off (retail $119)

Kate Spade Licorice, $179.99 + 15% off (retail $298)

Minkpink Cheetah Pullover, $89 (not on sale, but I love it!)

Lani Love at The Bedford Chicago 10/6

poster by Austin Eustice

I'm at The Bedford Chicago again this Saturday, October 6th.  I'll be spinning a mix of indie, disco and 80s favorites!  Here's a link to the Facebook invite.

I love spinning at The Bedford because it's such a beautiful space.  Inspired by the vault and bronze deposit boxes, here's a mini shopping roundup of my current favorite metallics finds.

House of Harlow sunburst button earrings, $30

Awear gold sequin peplum top, €50

Botkier Valentina gold snake shoulder bag, $350.00

Lani Love at The Bedford

Chicago friends, I'm back at your favorite bank-vault-turned-bar this weekend.  Join me at The Bedford this Saturday, August 18th 10:30PM-2AM for dance rock and disco.  And have I mentioned the drinks are fantastic?  My personal favorites for summer are Cusco Mule and Jessica’s St. Germain Cocktail.

The Bedford is located at 1612 West Division Street (at Ashland).

Chicago Nightlife: The Ponzi at The Bedford

Since moving to Chicago, I've had the pleasure of DJing a couple parties at The Bedford in Wicker Park.  It's a beautiful space inside an old bank with fantastic sound, and the specialty cocktails are fantastic.  It's truly one of my favorite venues in the city.

This Wednesday will be the third edition of The Ponzi party at The Bedford.  This week I'll be spinning with DJ Moppy, filling in for DJ Castle, so you can expect to hear some great music.  And there will be giveaways and drink specials galore - half off bottles of wine, $6 cocktails with Svedka and Four Roses Bourbon, and $3 Schlitz drafts.

I know going out during the week might sound tough, but it makes the work week go by faster and who knows maybe you win something!  If you're in the windy city this Wednesday, I hope to see you at The Bedford.

Who: The Ponzi with DJ Lani Love & DJ Moppy

What: music, drink specials & giveaways

When: Wednesday 2/15 10PM-2AM

Where: The Bedford in Wicker Park, Chicago @ 1612 W. Division near Ashland. no cover, 21+