3 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues in Chicago

Hi there! For many people, myself included, January is a time when we really start feeling the winter blues. The holiday season has come and gone, and there really isn’t much to look forward to for the last few months of winter.

But just because the days are shorter and the nights colder doesn’t mean you have to spend all your time at home. There are plenty of things to do in Chicago during January, ChicagoTraveler.com has an ever expanding list to suit anyone’s tastes and today I’m bringing you my top 3 favorite activities for beating the winter blues and, of course, how to be stylishly prepared for the occasion.

winter wonderland

Urban Outfitters Ear Muffs / SheInside Red Military Coat / American Apparel Circle Scarf / Old Navy Softest Printed Crew Sweater / ASOS Pieces Huon Stripe Mittens / River Island Lace Up Boots

It’s cold and there’s snow on the ground, but instead of hiding from it, why not embrace it? Ice skating in the city stays strong through March and the rink at Millennium Park is one of Chicago’s top attractions during the winter. Now that the holidays are done it’s sure to be less crowded, so grab a hot date or some gal pals and show off your best ‘Blades of Glory’ inspired moves.

broadway

Just because the holidays are over dosen’t mean you have to pack away all your glitzy sequin pieces. Chicago is known for their top notch theater district and there are some fantastic shows in town, including my must see — The Book of Mormon. So go a little over the top and be, dare I say, “theatrical” with your look, what better place to do so than on the streets of Broadway?

museums

Warehouse Leather Blazer / Zoe Karssen Stripe Tee / TopShop Fairisle Snood / La Mer Egyptian Chain Wrap Watch / TopShop MOTO Black High Waist Jeans / TopShop Boxy Leather Messenger Bag / Rag & Bone Classic Newbury Suede Ankle Boot

Yet another popular attraction of Chicago is it’s plethora of museums. From The Art Institute, to The Field Museum, to The Shedd Aquarium there is a museum for every interest. I’m personally a big fan of the Museum of Science & Industry, as I’m a big nerd at heart and I love how most of the exhibits are interactive. Be sure to head over and check out their Charlie Brown and The Great Exhibit before it leaves town in February, I hear it’s a can’t miss!

What activities do you do to beat the winter blues in your hometown?

Thanks for reading!

  • Kara

    I love the ‘Explore The Museums’ outfit! I’m not in Chicago, but Detroit has the DIA & I may just have to copy this look!

    • http://kinksarethenewpink.blogspot.com/ Ashlei

      You should totally do it! The museums look is definitely more like my weekend style. I’m dying for those Rag & Bone booties, haha :)

      xx

  • Kara

    I love the ‘Explore The Museums’ outfit! I’m not in Chicago, but Detroit has the DIA & I may just have to copy this look!

  • beatricebang

    That purple clutch is to die for! I love all three of the outfits and spend a night on broadway outfit is so me!

    • http://kinksarethenewpink.blogspot.com/ Ashlei

      Agreed! I would kill to actually own the broadway look, it’s so much fun! Thanks for stopping by!

      xx

  • beatricebang

    That purple clutch is to die for! I love all three of the outfits and spend a night on broadway outfit is so me!

  • http://kinksarethenewpink.blogspot.com/ Ashlei

    Agreed! I would kill to actually own the broadway look, it’s so much fun! Thanks for stopping by!

    xx

  • http://kinksarethenewpink.blogspot.com/ Ashlei

    You should totally do it! The museums look is definitely more like my weekend style. I’m dying for those Rag & Bone booties, haha :)

    xx

  • bria

    Loving these outfits you’ve put together for different occasions esp the museum :)

    http://youngblackcuriosity.blogspot.co.uk/

    • http://kinksarethenewpink.blogspot.com/ Ashlei

      Thanks Bria! The museum look seems to be the favorite, haha! I love it too ;)
      xx

  • bria

    Loving these outfits you’ve put together for different occasions esp the museum :)

    http://youngblackcuriosity.blogspot.co.uk/

  • http://kinksarethenewpink.blogspot.com/ Ashlei

    Thanks Bria! The museum look seems to be the favorite, haha! I love it too ;)
    xx