Chicago was so much fun and although I enjoyed all the boutiques, restaurants and more - one place that definitely has me thinking that I should visit it again when I come back in June! As my friend and I headed out to check out all these interesting places, we came upon the Mojo Spa. Now there are so many reasons why I enjoyed this spa. I love that they had handmade soaps and that you could purchase them within their cute packaging - this is ready for gifting! I wish that I could show you the super cute cake that is cute into individual "slices" which becomes a gorgeous soap cake!

When we came in, we were embraced by an amazing series of scents and we basically received a feast for the eyes with all of the soaps, jewelry and did I forget to mention that they also do pedicures and manicures as well? We saw a bridal party (and much like Dashing Diva which now seems like a distant memory) which makes this an obvious place to go for a group event. But in addition to offering beverages, they have brunches (with full on menus), tastings by Amanda, they have DJ's and it just makes it a fun place to go! When you're in Chicago, this is a must and I hope to come back in June to get a treatment. If you can't make it, Mojo Spa has a full selection of products available online and if you happen to know of something that is available (the sliced cake for example) but isn't on the site, you can call in your order. I wouldn't gush about something that is so cute and I look forward to touching base and finding additional items to share with you and of course images from my visit in June when I go!

I love handbags! You know how much I will pour over bags everyday thinking of the next one that I absolutely have to add my collection. To that end, I am very excited to tell you about Handbag Designer 101's 3rd Annual Independent Handbag Awards will be held on June 17th of this year at the New York Historical Society! Currently, you can submit your designs (from now through April 15th) which is an exciting thing as one of the many judges will be none other than amazing handbag designer Carlos Falchi! Handbags will compete within the following categories: Best use of Swarovski Crystalized, Best Handmade Handbag, Best Handbag in Overall Style and Design, Best Shoe in Overall Style and Design, Best Student Made Handbag, Best Green Handbag, Most Socially Responsible Handbag and Audience Fan Favorite. This award is predominantly for handbags; however, shoes will also be judged as well! I am definitely excited to see who will be apart of this and will let you know as we get closer to the event! If you would like to attend this amazing night, you can buy your tickets as well.