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Best 2021 New Shows and Movies to Get You Through Hibernation

There’s a lot of 2021 new shows and movies. I feel like I’m setting myself up early for hibernation mode. As I reflect … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

Thanksgiving and Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Boyfriend’s Parents

Oh, the holidays! The time of being thankful and being around people you love. It can also be really stressful especially when you’re … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

The Office Experience Makes a U.S. Debut in Chicago October 15

Chicago is becoming a hot spot for TV show experiences. Last year, Friends debuted in Chicago, with fans getting goosebumps and even shedding tears … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

The First Thing I Did in Iceland

There’s something amazing about going on vacation especially when you get to do the thing that you wanted to do – your bucket list … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

Fall Double Date Ideas in Chicago

Check out some fall date ideas in Chicago that aren't just grabbing dinner or Netflix and chill. View Post

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Wedding Invites and Save The Date Made Easy

There’s nothing more exciting than finding the love of your life. Seriously – I’ve been with a lot of you on this journey. … View Post

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Road Trip With Boyfriend Ideas From Chicago: Where to Go

There’s nothing to do and nowhere to go. Dating right now can be a bit challenging, but it can also bring you closer. … View Post

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Chicago’s Most Popular Neighborhoods: Where to Go & What to Do

Welcome to Chicago, my favorite city! Where every neighborhood offers deep-dish pizza and a never-ending stream of things to do. From trendy hotspots that … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Connections

What to do for Quarantine Christmas?

When Thanksgiving is canceled it’s devastating but when Christmas is canceled, it just hurts a little bit more. It’s great to have … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

30 Things I Did at 30

Turning 30 is a big deal. You’re halfway to retirement (maybe), but it feels like you’re just getting started with your goals and … View Post

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5 Benefits of Dating in Chicago During COVID

As if there weren’t enough obstacles to finding the one, let’s add a pandemic. But said pandemic actually helped me find a … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

6 Things You Can Do On FaceTime with your BFF or BF

I need FaceTime more than ever. There’s something about it that makes you feel like a person – especially if you’ve had no … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Connections

5 Ways To Get to Know Your Family and Friends Better at Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a special holiday. It’s doing what I truly love to do – gather around for dinner and drinks (and hopefully pie) with … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

A Weekend Away in Milwaukee: Fall Guide

Sneaking away for the weekend to Midwest cities has been my new way of life. Each town and visit feels familiar but is also … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

What’s it like to have Breast Cancer in your 20’s?[Interview]

A few years ago, I interviewed a woman who was diagnosed with breast cancer in her 20’s. She was awarded a grant from FAB-U-WISH, … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

Chicago Gourmet: Truly the Best Foodie Event in Chicago

There was mud, there were tents, but beyond the camp-like feeling, there was elegance and talent and some of the best food I’ve … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Look

Wedding Season: What to do when you can’t make it?

Oh, wedding season. It really is a great time of year. Some people wait their whole lives (or it seems like that) to find … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

What To Do When You’re Alone During Holidays

Being alone is nice but it’s also kindof sad when you’re alone during the holidays. I’ve found myself being alone for … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

How We Spent Friendsgiving

There’s a point in your life when friends start feeling more like family. I realized this when l moved to Chicago. And especially … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

10 Tips for Going on a Winter Road Trip With Friends

There’s a lot that you can learn from traveling. I’ve traveled with my best friend, strangers and even did solo travel. I … View Post

Amanda Elliott The Scene

Paradise Park: There’s a New Paradise That Everyone is Talking About

I seriously thought I got invited to a Bachelor in Paradise party – but here I was at a Paradise Park party. It was nothing … View Post

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Cool and Chill Places in The West Loop

The West Loop has become kindof my second home and I get that there are some of the best restaurants there – I read Emily … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

How a 100 Year Old Company Attracts Talent in The Age of Entrepreneurship

Sometimes it’s important to pause and think about why we do the things that we do. It’s true for 100-year-old companies who … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

Chicago Staycation at Historic Millennium Knickerbocker

I get it – I love to get away. But sometimes getting away is a martini, a nice bubble bath and a new comfy bed … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

How We Wish Men Answered Our Bumble Messages

Saying “Hi” and “Hey” on Bumble (Tinder, OkCupid, Match, eHarmony, Hinge, etc.) is one of the worst ways to start a conversation. Just kidding, … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

What’s a Typical Day for a Blogger?

So, what do bloggers do besides look amazing in photos and get facials? One of the scariest and coolest parts about being a blogger … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

5 Chicago Lifestyle Bloggers: The Story Behind Their Following

Chicago Lifestyle. How do you become the Chicago cosmopolitan city girl you’ve always aspired to become? At Windy City Cosmo, we focus on … View Post

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Chicago Women Talk Social Media, Charging Clients, and Why They Pursued Entrepreneurship

Six female entrepreneurs shared their stories of success at Kristin Ford’s first LevelUp – Building a Stronger Her event at The Frontier in Chicago, … View Post

City Life

It’s Okay to Not Be Okay

It’s okay to not be okay. Life is not linear. There isn’t one path or one way. Sometimes you are stuck. Sometimes … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

What to Order on a Dinner Date to Grand Lux Cafe Chicago

Grand Lux Cafe has always been known for its amazing desserts like this one. And while it would be a disappointment to forgo dessert – … View Post

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10 Life Hacks I Learned as a New Entrepreneur

I have been on my entrepreneurial journey for more than a year. As I was looking back on my adventures of the past eighteen … View Post

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Why do Women Buy Magazines? An Interview with Former French Vogue Editor

When you wear something, do you have the power to influence someone else to wear it or incorporate it into their style? That’s … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

Velvet Taco: I’ll Have Tater Tots with My Tacos

Sandwiched right between two of Chicago’s best neighborhoods for food, shopping, and nightlife, Gold Coast and Near North Side, Velvet Taco fits right … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

5 Tips for Traveling Alone

Adventure. You want it, but should you go on a trip alone? Let’s start with the fact that you can do anything alone. … View Post

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Why Traveling Alone Was The Best Thing I’ve Ever Done

Traveling alone as a woman sounds scary. I recently took my second solo trip. This time, instead of internationally traveling alone, I took a … View Post

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Friendsgiving with Chicago Bloggers

Ahhh Thanksgiving. It is by far my favorite holiday because I love Thanksgiving dinner. Turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole – and then of course … View Post

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Saying No to Brunch and Uber: How to Be Single and Save For a Home

As a single, city girl I am starting to think of my future and that means saving for a condo in Chicago and investing … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

Chicago SEO Specialist Travels the World While Working 9-5

It’s not everyday when your group of friends consists of digital nomads, but for me, my closest friends have chosen to work remotely. … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

Is There an App for Finding a Basic Bitch BFF?

Wanted: someone to eat sushi with on Thursday night. I am an independent woman, but you know, I would like to eat a civil … View Post

City Life

Nuvo: The Pink Drink That Makes Rappers Look Cooler

Usually, I smile at the lyrics of rap songs. They make me laugh. “I run into these arms like Drano.” “Open up your Mac … View Post

Amanda Elliott City Life

Botox is the New Make-up: Time Magazine

“Talk to me when you’re 30,” my friend said, insinuating that I will join the growing fad and get some Botox when wrinkles start … View Post

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Halloween Events and Date Ideas in Chicago

Whether you’re dressing up in a couples costume or looking for your other half, Halloween is one of the best nights of the … View Post

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