Chicago got a taste of Spring this past week and it got me so excited for the part of my closet that hasn't been touched in the last 6 months! Fun jackets and layering pieces like this Shein coat are perfect for transition weather. Pair it with a sweater to keep warm, or throw it over a t-shirt like I did for a chic, easy look. 

I went the casual route as Kollin and I walked around the city and played tourists for a bit, followed by Shake Shack. The coat kept me warm & has the cutest checked pattern that matches most any outfit. You could even pair it with some slacks and white button down for a work-wear look or over a dress for a more formal outfit. It's so versatile and creates a gorgeous, clean-lined silhouette. 

Shop the look below and some of my other favorite jackets from Shein! Have a great week, dolls!

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Thank you to Shein for this coat and partnership, it's brands like yours that make The Creative Brief possible! All opinions are my own.

Happy Weekend, loves! We had a foot of snow hit Chicago this week and that called for staying close to home for a cozy brunch & furniture shopping in our favorite neighborhood. It's still pretty cold here so I loved this Shein vest for an extra layer of warmth! It's very soft and adds a chic and fun pop to any outfit. I paired it with some jeans, heeled booties & a chic black bag. 

Shearling and suede are both very in this year and I thought the vest captured both trends so well. Pair it with a fun jumpsuit or layer it over a sweater for a super warm outfit. The best part? It's on sale! It does appear a more camel color online, but is definitely more on the orange side, as you can see in the pictures. I think it would be great for a travel day and I've even worn it into the office! 

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! Shop the rest of the look and some of my other Shein favorites below! xx

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We're one week away from Valentine's Day and I'm definitely one of those girls that likes to do the shopping for my own gift! Ha. But, I also love using this holiday as a way to show some love to others in my life like my girlfriends! Whether you're shopping for your significant other, a bestie or your mom, I've added some items below that I think they'll love! 

Kollin "surprised" (aka I picked them out and he said yes hehe) with these gorgeous Dana Rebecca Designs studs! I've been looking for a pair of everyday earrings and these add the perfect amount of sparkle to any look. When looking for gifts for Kollin, I couldn't decide on what to get him. His birthday is two weeks after Valentine's Day so I feel like he always expects to just get a nice gift on his birthday rather than Valentine's, but I love to surprise him and go a bit bigger so he isn't expecting it! 

He loves watches, but also loves displaying the ones he isn't wearing. This watch box seems perfect to display and protect his watch collection!

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GIFTS FOR HIM

I hope your Valentine's Day is filled with all kinds of love! Have a great week y'all! 

Happy Sunday, Y'all! I hope everyone is having the best weekend! Two of my girlfriends from college came up to Chicago this weekend for our annual girl's weekend & we had so much fun! I wore this jacket to brunch & had been waiting for a bit warmer weather to bring it out! 

I saw this denim jacket online and couldn't wait to style it. When I received it, I was surprised to see that that ribbon was not already laced through the jacket. This excited me because I immediately was thinking of cool ways to tie and style the ribbon. I ended up going to a simple look and added a bit of length at the end for the bows. 

I love the heaviness of the jacket and it fits a bit oversized, which I love so I can layer sweaters and scarves and other cold-weather necessities. The quality is great and it comes in three different color and ribbon style options, one of which is on sale! Shop the look below along with some of my other Shein Favorites right now!

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Thank you to Shein for the beautiful jacket and supporting The Creative Brief! It's brands like you that make TCB possible! All opinions are my own!

Merry Christmas Eve to those who celebrate! The greatest gift I've received this year has been getting engaged to Kollin and I can't wait to celebrate every Christmas with him! I was so excited when  The Bride Box reached out and asked if I could review their subscription box! The concept is so great for brides-to-be and engaged couples. With a monthly subscription box, or a one time gift from a friend or family-member, The Bride Box is the perfect suprise for a bride and it couldn't be easier to set up!

First, you choose the subscription (a prepaid 3, 6 or 12 month plan), take a quick survey to answer some questions about your preferences, shirt size, and other important info for the box, and finally, receive the perfect curated box based on you choices! 

When working with The Bride Box team, they selected a curated box for my 2019 wedding and I couldn't wait to see what was in the box when it arrived! The packaging was so cute and immediately recognizable. I opened the box to more pristine packaging and a great selection of products, sentimental trinkets and information about vendors, helpful tips & cute bride-to-be  gifts! 

I love what was in the box, not only as a bride, but as products to use after our wedding. The box came with the cutest "Best Day Ever" tote, a "Congrats" wine bag, luggage tag, wine stopper, a 2019 wedding ornament and a delicious smelling speciality soap bar. The perfect mix of practical items & wedding based-items, The Bride Box is perfect for a nice gift, or treat to yourself! 

The Bride Box was kind enough to give The Creative Brief readers 15% off their order using code: amandab15 !

If there is something that you or the bride you're gifting to loves in the box, you can shop the brands supplied in the box! By combining different vendors, price points & categories, The Bride Box provides the perfect, unique gift for any bride! You can find more information & pricing for the subscription here! I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season and Happy New Year! 

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Each year, Kollin and I love being a bit touristy in our city and visiting The Art Institute of Chicago and the Millennium Park Christmas tree. It's hard to believe that this is our third year here, we've both grown so much and amazing things have happened in that time! We love visiting the Art Institute to get away from the noise of the city and just be in the moment with the art and each other. 

I thought it would be the perfect backdrop for this cute cardigan sent to me by Shein! When I saw it online I couldn't wait to wear it for a festive holiday look. It's a bit different, but those are always the best pieces. I love the pearl button detail and it's lightweight so it is the perfect layering item. It's super soft, but adds a bit of sophistication to any outfit - even a t-shirt and jeans like I have on here!

I paired it with these cute flats from H&M for a girly touch & a simple black shoulder bag to complete the look. I've linked the same or similar things above & a Shein Wishlist below! xx

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Happy Sunday, loves! Chicago decided to skip Fall and jump straight to 30 degree, random snow weather! In the normal world, I would've worn this outfit this week while enjoying the amazing Fall weather Chicago usually has, but it kept me warm in the freezing temps! 

This Shein Suede Jacket is the perfect neutral color to go with any outfit and add a bit of edge to your ensemble. It's super soft, really affordable and warm. I was so thankful when Shein reached out to partner on a post and couldn't wait to get this jacket in the mail! It was one of many I was eyeing from their site. I love this one, this one & this one! 

Since I first heard about Shein a couple years ago, I couldn't believe the amazing items they were selling for such great prices. I've never had an issue with quality or my item being exactly what I thought it would be. My only issue with the site and some items I've received is sizing, so I suggest going a size up if you're unsure about the fit, especially in bottoms and jeans. Everyone I've spoken with and worked with for this collaboration has been amazing and I can't wait for you all to love this site as much as I do! 

I've added some other jackets I'm loving this season below, so click to shop! Stay warm, loves!

Thank you to Shein for the beautiful jacket and supporting The Creative Brief! It's brands like you that make TCB possible! All opinions are my own!

Happy Weekend, loves! Fall is officially here with chillier temps, cozy sweaters and one of my favorite color combinations, camel and black. This sweater by Romwe is the perfect transitional piece and can be worn several ways. I love the off the shoulder look for a date night and a large cowl neck for the office or day out! 

The sweater is super soft, the perfect Fall color and super affordable! One of my favorite things about Romwe is that you can find the styles you're looking for without breaking the bank. I can't speak for everything on this site, but my experience with Romwe has been great! The quality of this sweater, the price and the overall ordering experience was great! 

We had Wrigley with us while we were shooting outside and he kept getting in the frame, so I pulled him for a couple shots - he's a natural right?! Hey, what can you say when you're dog is prettier than you... 

These jeans and shoes are old, but I've added some similar option below to shop! Have an amazing weekend & Happy Halloween! 

 

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Thank you to Romwe for the beautiful sweater and supporting The Creative Brief! It's brands like you that make TCB possible!