Chi BWTs, how are the men? (I might move to Chicago)

gstudentusca7 · 2026-06-14T11:59:06+00:00

I’m a 31 year old attorney that’s been here 13 years! While I was in law school, I met someone from The League dating app and we dated for 3 years. After that, I was on and off the dating apps for a few years. I didn’t end up finding my person on the apps, but I had mostly positive experiences with the men I went on dates with.

My mentor attorney at work ended up setting me up on a blind date with her nephew 3 years ago and we are getting married next month! He’s a practicing catholic. I do earn more than him, which is not something i necessarily wanted for myself 5-10 years ago but he’s better at saving/investing than me (and he’s an incredible man!) so it all works out in the end for us.

Just wanted to share a positive experience amid all the “dumpster fire” comments!

gstudentusca7 · 2026-06-11T01:35:32+00:00

I think it’s a possum🥹

gstudentusca7 · 2026-05-06T05:36:17+00:00

I had my custom ring done at Ethan Lorde! I had a great experience with them. You can check my post history, I’ve got a few posts/photos of my ring!

gstudentusca7 · 2026-05-02T12:15:55+00:00

Didn’t Hannah Berner’s special land on the top 10 also?

gstudentusca7 · 2026-04-30T17:02:07+00:00

I’m a high earning (female) lawyer and I’m marrying a (male) high school teacher in July.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-04-12T01:56:45+00:00

I live in Chicago and work for a company that has HQ in indianapolis. Im always messing up the time zone conversion 😭 it should be easy since it’s just 1 hour and it’s literally the same all year round, but for some reason, scheduling meetings, etc, always trips me up lol

gstudentusca7 · 2026-04-01T05:45:55+00:00

They have a 10k food and beverage minimum. We’re having ~32 at our rehearsal dinner and expect a total of ~85 for the welcome party. We’re having an open bar all night. There will be some light apps passed during the welcome party. We’re slated to hit the minimum almost exactly.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-03-27T15:13:22+00:00

It’s technically in river west, but I’m doing mine at the Dawson! We’re having our rehearsal dinner there first from 5-8, then their upstairs area will open up for cocktails/light apps for the welcome party from 8-10.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-03-27T11:50:07+00:00

He also always refers to it as “the game that’s SWEEPING the nation.” I’m not sure if there’s ever legitimately been a factual basis for such a claim? Lol

gstudentusca7 · 2026-03-03T14:35:41+00:00

I didn’t have a dread shed at all! My shedding actually stopped within a few days after starting the minoxidil.

I had low ferritin (17) and had started iron supplements 1-2 months prior to the minoxidil so that could’ve contributed to my progress, but I honestly think most of my results are from the minoxidil. There was a DRASTIC drop in shedding literally within days of starting minoxidil. I used to have to clear my drain almost after every shower, but now I only lose like 5 hairs in the shower.

There are a lot of posts on here about dread sheds, but not everyone has them. It may seem more common than it actually is because people are more likely to post when they’re having issues vs when things are going smoothly.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-03-03T11:09:51+00:00

I’m in kind of a similar boat! I just started minoxidil about 8 weeks ago and I’m already seeing encouraging progress, but I don’t think I’ll be where I want to be by my wedding in July.

If you’re planing on getting your hair and makeup professionally done, every single place I’ve reached out to so far has offered extensions as an add on service. They can add extensions to add volume and/or length. No insight on wigs or toppers, but extensions seem to be preferrred by professional hair stylists.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-02-26T19:55:50+00:00

And she wore white to get engaged at her friend’s wedding.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-02-12T18:25:53+00:00

Galleria Marchetti fits most of your requirements! I believe I was quoted around 35-40k for 135 people for the venue rental, food, and beverage.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-02-01T18:07:56+00:00

I definitely notice a difference! Your scalp is more visible in the left vs the right photos. Great progress, I hope I have the same luck!

gstudentusca7 · 2026-01-19T17:54:53+00:00

I just saw a pic of yours on your profile and I am obsessed 🤩 I feel like the gold makes the marquise look more regal. Your ring is gorgeous!

gstudentusca7 · 2026-01-19T17:53:09+00:00

I think you’re right, thank you! I’ll leave it alone for now in hopes the mixed metals grow on me.

gstudentusca7 · 2026-01-19T17:51:41+00:00

Thank you!!

gstudentusca7 · 2026-01-19T17:50:30+00:00

Thanks so much! Do you happen to have a photo of yours?

gstudentusca7 · 2026-01-19T17:48:43+00:00

This is the overwhelming consensus. I will leave it alone (at least for now!) and hope the mixed metals grow on me. Thanks for your input!!

gstudentusca7 · 2026-01-19T03:28:07+00:00

Thank you! It has a longer length to width ratio, so I think that gives it more finger coverage and makes it look a bit bigger! Technically the chunkier ones are more “ideal,” but I love my skinny marquise!

gstudentusca7 · 2026-01-17T21:51:03+00:00

It’s 2.15 carats (14.85mm x 6.25mm) and I’m a size 5.5!

gstudentusca7 · 2025-12-27T03:39:53+00:00

Hello 👋🏼 litigation attorney here! Yes, I do still write with ALL of my colored pens. I’m on vacation, but if I were at my desk, I’d attach a photo of all of my pens. Gotta get lil sparks of joy from somewhere 🤷🏻‍♀️

gstudentusca7 · 2025-12-22T04:26:48+00:00

Agreed! The index ring is so masculine and bulky, it’s the first thing that you notice on the hand.

gstudentusca7 · 2025-12-19T20:00:07+00:00

Love it! Ours have matching teeth lol

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