"I'm on a roof" birthday bash

It was a beautiful Friday evening, celebrating my birthday a bit early with dear friends. High above the Chicago skyline, we kicked back at Vertigo Sky Lounge above the Dana Hotel. It was nothing short of a posh scene: gorgeous views, astro-turf covered floor, fireplace pits, and Asian-inspired food and drinks. I felt like a Cali girl in L.A.

{ two halves of a "royal BFF" chain necklace, circa now, by Disney's Princess Selena Gomez }

{ girlfriends }

{ the writing's on the wall. in the bathroom. can you spot where it says happy birthday to me? }

{ oreo birthday cakes, candles blown }

{ check out my sparkly gray and ivory beaded Anthropologie headband from M }

I love my friends. Missing a few familiar faces, but many thanks to everyone who made this a special night by celebrating my big 2-9!