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Chicago Fashion and Lifestyle Blog

April 18, 2014

Chinatown, #AEOStyle

I was so excited when I was asked to do a collaboration with one of America’s most iconic brands — American Eagle Outfitters! I decided a shoot so fun could only take place in my favorite part of the city — Chinatown. Although the location was risky in the photobomb department (cough…look closely in the background of this photo) and extra windy (lot’s of awkward Marilyn moments) it was my ideal Sunday afternoon. Give me a cute dress, Dim Sum, and a couple coconut buns from Chiu Quon bakery, and I’m a happy camper. 

As a teen spending my high school years in Arizona, I grew up in AEO’s teeny-tiny cutoff jean shorts and tanks (evading many a security officer as a repeat offender of the three finger tank strap and shorts must be longer than your finger tips dress code rules). Don’t be fooled though, just like 15-year-old me in my Rocket Dogs and Puka Shell necklaces, American Eagle today has very much grown up. These days, you’ll find incredible gladiator sandals, dangerously adorable crop tops, hippie-chic jumpsuits, and so much more. I want it all. 




One of my current favorites is this flirty, floral babydoll dress (c/o). It’s the perfect transitional dress from spring to summer. Don’t get me wrong, I love a bright “in your face” floral print as much as anyone (I’ll show you my latest J.Crew receipt to prove it!) but this subtle pattern is a piece of cake to wear with pretty much anything in your closet. It looks just as great with a few layers as it does all on it’s own. Here I’ve paired it with my favorite Zara trench coat and pastel pink heels to brave the Windy City spring. When the weather warms up (if that ever happens?), it’s going to be the perfect summer beach dress! Every woman needs a versatile piece like this in her closet!

Be sure to check out how my friends Christine of The View From 5 ft. 2 and Blaire from The Fox & She styled their AE baby doll dresses, too! 

Shop more of my American Eagle favorites! 

This post was sponsored by American Eagle Outfitters. All opinions are my own. 

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  1. Hoda says

    April 18, 2014 at 9:53 pm

    SO cute! I love how effortlessly classy your outfit is, and how happy you look! Lovely photos! xx

    <(`) Hoda || <a href="http://joojoo-blog.blogspot.com">JooJoo Azad ~ Free Bird</a>

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    • jess keys says

      April 19, 2014 at 5:21 pm

      Thanks, Hoda!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Jenna Michelle says

    April 18, 2014 at 11:30 pm

    First off, that lipstick was made for you. Second, that baby doll dress is adorable! I couldn’t get enough of that style in high school and it looks just as cute now!

    xo,
    Jenna
    http://www.adornedwithlove.com

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    • jess keys says

      April 19, 2014 at 5:23 pm

      Thanks love!! This lipstick is definitely my go-to shade– best drugstore buy ever! And so glad you like this dress! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Effie says

    April 21, 2014 at 10:07 pm

    Love your look! <3

    effiesdress.com

    Reply
    • jess keys says

      April 30, 2014 at 5:26 pm

      Thanks, Effie! 🙂

      Reply

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