two halls are better than one

Last Thursday, S and I were invited to attend a Kansas City blogger event at Halls Crown Center, and of course we said yes -- We both love Halls Plaza and were excited to see what the new stores were like at Crown Center. 

The night began with a glass of wine and an overview of the new layout. We then made quick visits to Halls for Her, Kid Oh!, Men's Apparel, Downstairs for Him, Deck the Halls, Accessories, and finally Cosmetics. The store manager also gave us a great overview of the latest looks and trends. And at the end, we were on to shop for ourselves.

After leaving the fabulous event with a few lovely gifts from Halls and some purchases of our own, we both said to ourselves, "how have we not been shopping here?" 

The Crown Center store is the perfect compliment to its big sister store on the Country Club Plaza -- Not only is it a convenient location in the heart of downtown, but with a smaller layout and a friendlier price point, this is definitely going to be a store we visit frequently. As you start your holiday shopping, we definitely suggest you check it out for a fun party dress, the perfect accessory to complete your look, or memorable gifts for your family. 

See some of our shots below and let us know when you make a visit.

We can't wait to hear about your great finds at Halls Crown Center!

they knew we were coming.

 cheers to halls!

our lovely hosts.

adorable displays with coordinating chandeliers.

 great fall sweaters.

oh, kate. we heart you.

a wall full of bows in kid OH!

 the cutest little hats.

 holiday display at downstairs for him.

 denim at downstairs for him.

great fall bag by marc by marc jacobs. 

laura mercier.

obsessed with these kate spade crossbodys.

party clutch.

And of course, our twin purchase of the evening. Perfect Kate Spade gold flats for the holidays.

{all photos instagrammed by us}

summer fridays

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I am so fortunate to work for a company that has some tremendous perks. A creative & inspiring environment. Great benefits. Beer on tap (currently coors light + coors banquet). Organic fruit for snacks. A gym. Both to offset the beer...

But the best perk of all has to be Summer Fridays. From Memorial Day through Labor Day we are encouraged to leave by 12pm every Friday. Although it doesn't always happen, when it does, it is amazing.

It gives me a few hours to do things I wasn't able to get to earlier in the week. Run errands. Treat myself to a mani/pedi. Get that extra workout in.

But today, I'm heading here:

A little fresh air & shopping on the Country Club Plaza is good for the soul.

Anyone else have any fun Friday plans?

hipster sister comes to kc!

KC readers, if you don't already know, Madewell is opening up at Leawood Town Center today! I am absolutely thrilled. Remember when S posted about the "hipster sister" over a year ago? Love it all. If I were to throw my budget out of the window, here are a few things I'd like to pick up tonight at the grand opening.

all via madewell

Oh, and if you spend $150+ at the store tonight, you'll receive a limited-edition Kansas Madewell tote with the below design. Adorable. Love the shoutout to Dodge City.

Happy Shopping!