LIVING IN CHICAGO! my first 2 weeks // exploring, dating scene rant, solo date night
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Dude… I’m an older woman who lives vicariously through you and your travels, makeup experimentation and application and just general verve for life. I’ve been subscribed for years and don’t wear a stitch of makeup 🤣🤷🏻♀️ but am all “YASSSS… put ON those luxe lashes!”
One of my best friends lives in Chicago, and she says almost the exactly same things as you regarding the dating scene! As a single woman who just graduated from graduate school, I’d love to hear your thoughts in a Shadow & Schmooze about the best dating cities!!
Same
Yessssss 🙌🏼
I like how despite your health issues you don’t let that stop you from being happy and doing the things you want to do. I feel like a lot of people could benefit from your videos
Yes!! I would love to here more in depth about her health struggles I also deal with horrendous migraines & severe anxiety.
I've always loved your content but all these vlogs have me living. I love living vicariously through you!
🖤🖤🖤 thanks for watching!!
As far as dating goes, the best way to meet someone is by being out and about. There's so much to do and so many places to see that you'll have way better luck than in person than on the apps.
The dating scene (at least to me) is horrible here!! I feel like a lot of guys feel like they match with me but they can do better. Or I’ll go on the first date then I’m ghosted after. Otherwise, I hope you are enjoying Chicago! I would recommend going to other neighborhoods like Lincoln Square, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Roscoe Village, Lakeview. The neighborhoods is where you will find all the locals and some fun dive bars or popular restaurants. Be safe and have fun!
110% agree and I’ve been here since October and I’ve experienced the same thing with dating!
Also I’m sorry to say but the dudes here are just not that good looking nor do they have a personality
@@CrissyBeee yes! I have been here my whole life and I think the dating scene here really started going downhill once Tinder became very popular. Not sure about elsewhere but Chicago uses it really for hooking up. And guys I think got used to that. Just my opinion! I also know a few couples who have met off tinder but seems very rare!
My mom who’s been living in Chicago for 7 years, met her now bf who is from Indiana lol. They have a long distance relationship. She says that yes surprisingly the dating scene is bad.
It’s bad & been bad. What you’ll see is that a lot of guys end up with someone they met through friends or family & you’re going, “really? Somehow I wasn’t worth even talking to while ‘that’ was?” I’m working on moving partly because of it. They don’t want to put in effort & expect a lot out of you & to show you off, but then they end up with someone they were set up with, or is the same ethnic background so their family probably introduced them, and here you’re taking the initiative & going all over to meet people.
It’s so inspiring how independent, active, positive and hard working person you are, specially having to deal with chronic pain. It’s really impressive 👏🏼👏🏼. Also, you are extra pretty, getting more and more beautiful each day, wow
I jad the same thought! I feel like I've been watching her blossom and with each video she just gets more radiant.
true!
I sometimes watch Taylor and admire her going after what makes her happy. I wish I’d had have the same independence she has. It was not my personality but I admire her for it!,
Ah thank you. This is so kind. 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Taylor!! As a Polish person, the only pierogi my family gets are Aleksandra’s from Kasia’s Deli. The potato and cheese (the cheese is important) and the beef are our personal faves. Eat them with some sour cream and/or caramelized onions and homemade fried bacon (when we’re healthier we do turkey bacon lol). The ones you got are not very authentic. Love the video, enjoy Chicago!
Kasia’s Deli, yum. I used to drive through Ukrainian Village every day to work. It’s a great place!
Sour cream , chives and don’t forget the sauerkraut
I used to live on Hoyne 2 blocks from Kasia’s! Can’t tell you how often I got tempted and had to stop after getting off the bus haha. Miss it for sure.
Oooooooooh GIRL. Dating in Chicago is NOT IT. I’ve been single on and off for the past few years in this city, and about a year ago decided I couldn’t do the apps anymore. So I’m gonna adopt a cat instead. 😎
As a native Chicago girl. I have to agree dating in Chicago is trash.
Yes. Literally don’t use the apps. Meet people irl and still be disappointed. Practicing the law of acceptance at this point
LoL 😆 girlll if your dating life is that horrible 😵 in a city! Hit me up so you'll know WHERE to live for your best dating life! I left DC because every date felt like a job interview 🤣 I MOVED! No woman should just suffer and buy a cat in replace of intimacy 🥰 #RootingForYou 💪🏾
Loving living vicariously through your vlogs! I’m older and my travels are centered on visiting grandbabies!!!! I’m so good with that in this stage of my life. It’s what brings me joy. But it’s okay to escape with your videos and experience something different without the price tag of doing it myself. Much love to you Taylor. I know that your life is and always will be everything you want it to be❣️🥰❤️
Chicago is one of my favorite cities. It is beautiful, clean, and has endless things to do. However, do not commit to living there until you visit in January. Trust me on this.
I have lived here my whole life. As long as you invest in a warm coat (i.e. Canada Goose) and other high quality warm winter gear, it's fine. It's all about layering. 😁
@@danielled5883 What brand of weather boots do you recommend?
@@20thcenturyrelic I really like my Thinsulate LL Bean boots for the cold months
@@20thcenturyrelic Smartwool socks and Sorels for me!
Truth! The high heating bills and street salt that eats right through your automobile and favorite pair of shoes is never discussed on these You Tube channels. 🙄
One thing you’re going to love here in Chicago is the food. The food here is amazing!
I love your nomad vlogs! I find them so relaxing and really look forward to each one!
I’m loving these Nomad videos!!! I haven’t been to these cities yet, but it makes me really want to go after watching your videos! So informative, honest and straight forward 🥰
I was born and raised in the Chicago area. If it's on your list, make sure you spend some time there in the winter before committing. Also make sure you try Lou Malnati's pizza.
Nope. Pequod’s is where it’s at.
I love the deep dish with butter crust from Lou Malnati’s. We don’t eat out much but when I have a taste for pizza that is where we go.
@@shannon915 Pequod's 🙄😂 Ever look inside their kitchen? Looks like a fatal car accident in there. Gotta love that they use lard in their pizza crust. Should have been shut down years ago.
Chicago is just as beautiful in the winter. Yeah, we get snow but it's not terrible. Ice skating by Millennium Park is fun and the holiday lights are magnificent!
Im super excited to see where you pick to settle down.Loving your vlogs and apartment search videos.Your makeup looks amazing.
I love when you do perfume recommendations because I love a lot of the same fragrances you do! I trust your recommendation!
Hey, lady! I know everyone is saying it, but it’s true….you’re looking extra gorgeous these days. Not that you haven’t always been beautiful, without question, but it seems next level lately. It seems that your body and mind has flourished while traveling, even though it isn’t easy. I cannot wait for your next overseas trip, and am greedily hoping for as many European food, travel, and shopping vlogs as you’re able to film.🖤🖤🖤 I’m still watching this video, but can you give us a hint where you’ll be?
Yes this exactly! Makes me eager to make my own body and mind flourish….it’s a process.
love seeing chicago through your eyes!! I know you've heard this a million times, but damn you came here at the perfect time. summer in chicago is unmatched!!!! it's so good. 🖤
It’s unreal
Fun fact - Chicago is NOT called the "windy city" because it's windy. It got the nickname because of all the politicians back in the day that would do more talking than solving problems. ❤
Yes, but it is also actually super windy! haha
I don’t think that’s changed lmao
Just back in the day?
Loving these videos so much! Welcome to Chicago 🥰 I grew up in the suburbs and have spent so much time in the city. It's really an incredible place
Love your NOMAD vlogs. Well, I love all your vlogs but especially your travel vlogs are so interesting!
I was working and living in Chicago for a good 3 years, and it still has a special place in my heart among all the cities I have lived and visited in the states. Love the lake trail in the summer time! I usually ran from where we lived (near Grace St) until the start of magnificent mile where the channel store was. Love the farmer's market every Saturday near lincoln park zoo. I cannot wait to be back. Love your vlog btw!
I lived in Chicago all through my 20s and I just have so much love for that city. You are there at the PERFECT time of year! Go to a cubs game!!!!!!! ❤️
Your hair and makeup look extra beautiful in this video! Love the waves and that rare beauty and powder duo is bomb!
I LOVE ur travel vlogs! I live vicariously thru ur videos!
Perfect vlog for putting the groceries away! Keep ‘Em coming!❤️
I'm on a bus traveling/backpacking from Miami to key west and enjoying your vlog. You inspire me
Love all of your vlogs but I am of course super excited about the Chicago ones. You make our city beautiful ❤️ ☕🌞
So glad you’re enjoying Chicago! I’ve lived here almost my whole life and it’s none like any other city. The food, architecture, the people, there’s literally so much to do you’ll never get bored. Interesting how a lot if not most of the people who always bring up the crime aren’t even from here🤷♀️
Totally agree
Agree!
Tough winter and summer weather though. I was there in 2016 at the end of Sept, and the highs were still in the 80s, and it was awfully humid.
i’ve mentioned the crime before and i think it’s definitely important to speak about when talking about a city. the gun violence in chicago is insane and getting worse.
@@20thcenturyrelic When making a decision to move somewhere you have to think about what’s most important to you and if the pros outweighs the cons then you’re gonna make the decision that’s best for you. I think Taylor is aware of the super cold winters but winter here doesn’t last forever and if everything she’s looking for she finds it in Chicago I’m more than sure she’s gonna be willing to put up with it. I absolutely hate winter but I kinda just stick through it because I have everything I need here and I’m happy with the life I’ve made myself here.
You have been a favorite You Tuber for years now BUT loving your channel even more lately! Like I’m usually on TikTok for downtime but I go straight back to TH-cam when I see that you uploaded! 💗
My granddaughter moved to Chicago in August for college and lives downtown. It’s so darn beautiful there. I am loving these so I can picture some of the things my precious girl gets to see and experience.
Tell her to be careful please. A young person alone in the city needs to be on a local neighborhood social-media site to see what's going on near them and reach out to neighbors for help if they need it. Chicago is indeed beautiful but the violent crime here is NO JOKING MATTER! The city is also very rapey and filled with predators because the courts are so soft-on-crime. Downtown Chicago has gotten progressively worse and more dangerous. It's a total different city after dark...
@@lionelhutz3142 aww thank you for the info. She doesn’t go out and has a family member living close by. But I will definitely pass this information on to her. Thank you so much
My pain is so intense today. I totally understand your struggles but you inspire me!
I’m OBSESSED with your hair in the beginning of this vlog😍🤩Perfection💁🏽♀️💜
So glad you’re enjoying it here! And yes… I hear from friends the apps aren’t the way to go here. It’s such a busy city, so you have a better chance of meeting someone “out and about!”
Great way to start off a lazy sunny with good vibes and adding items to my cart 💕 love from PNW 🌲
Girl your makeup on the 2 Chicago videos is over the top gorgeous.
I went to Chicago last year and loved it so so much! Can’t wait to watch your other vlogs!
You are absolutely stunning, Taylor!! Chicago definitely agrees with you. I hope you're well. Vlog was awesome! Take care. 🌺🦋✌️
I’m from Chicago and I can confirm that the dating scene is tough. I met my husband at a comic con and he happens to be from St. Louis. I’m glad you’re enjoying my beautiful city. I hope you try the Italian Beef from Portillos.
And include an order of the chocolate cake from Portillos too!
The cheese fries are the best. :)
Don't forget the cake shake!!
never clicked on a video so fast! so excited to see your time in chicago!!!
Your skin is literally giving in this video!! Can you do an updated skin care routine? So pretty 😍love your outfits too so effortless, yet put together
Love this vlog! Can’t wait for more. I cant even begin to explain how I get all the feels seeing my beautiful home through someone else’s eyes. Also, every time I’m out I’m always hoping that I accidentally run into you. I would totally freak though. But I’m a big fan and so happy you’re here! Continue enjoying Chicago. And sorry about the dating scene. That’s a sore subject for me.
Love your videos Taylor so Glad you are testing it out !
💖Solo date nights are the best!! Enjoy Chi-Town, Taylor 💞
If you haven't done the river architecture tour, I think you'd really like it. Whenever anyone comes here to visit, I always recommend that.
Chicago has the best aquarium I’ve ever been to, & I love their Natural History Museum!! Wanting to go back and try more of their amazing food.
I love being able to see my apartment in all of your blogs now! Regarding the dating scene, many of my friends are single and share the same sentiments about online dating. I have heard that in-person is better and my friends have gone to some speed dating events! I have found such a great group of friends here and it so easy to really find your core group here!
Loved Six. Saw it in Chicago at Navy Pier in 2019, and again last week. So happy you love it here.
So happy to see you enjoying my city! ❤️
welcome to Chicago, stick around its so much fun here. especially with summer coming up there is so many fun activities!!
I love Chicago…. After watching this and your real estate vlog I definitely feel like I could live there.
Happy that I knew what theater from your shot. Glad you're enjoying Chicago. It's a great city.
Omg!!!! Stan’s Donuts!!!! So good!! Fellow Seattle-ite here, but used to live in Illinois! Great vid!
I don’t know if it’s Chicago, change in the seasons, whatever… but GIRL! You are beautiful and glowing in this vlog! Just gorgeous! You just look happy! 😊🥰😊
Literally working on finishing my dissertation, but need a break to get my mood up. Always enjoy watching your videos🙏🏻
Ugh girl I just graduated and totally understand the dissertation grind!! You got this!
@@nicolek9426 congratulations and well done! Thank you🥹
Isn't Chicago so fabulous!!????! We are blessed to have it within two hours drive! Your apartment vlog for Chicago was wild!! So many pretty places! I'm glad this wonderful city is in the running...... but I feel like you left your heart in Texas! Maybe!! Hope your health is doing well!! Blessings to you!! So enjoying your travels!! ✌️💚🙏
Taylor I just had to chime in and say I’m originally from NYC and am a die hard fan of my city❤️ however, I love Chicago! When I first travelled there I couldn’t believe how clean and beautiful it was! What a great city! I mean it’s a city with great shopping and restaurants and a few blocks away is the most beautiful lake and beach! How awesome is that?!😘 I know the weather is an issue, but I’m a 4 season girl, and hate the heat, so everything is a compromise I guess. Good luck with your decision making!
I've been looking forward to these Chicago vlogs ever since you said it's a strong contender to move to. It's a city I always hear about but not really in detail (unlike NY for example), so it'll be really interesting to see your perspective and show what's there :)
I lived in Milwaukee about 1.5 hours north of Chicago and have been waitingggg for this one!! :)
Your makeup look at the beginning ….. probably the most beautiful you’ve ever looked in my eyes!!!
I LOVE Chicago!! I travel for work almost monthly and have been to MANY major cities and it is by far one of my favorites. It's like a cleaner, less stressful NYC. I plan to move there one day. You have to check out different neighborhoods! Last time I was there I stayed 3 weeks in Wicker Park and fell in love. Great area.
Forgot to mention you definitely have to try Sawada Coffee if you haven’t. Their Military Latte (matcha latte with a shot of espresso in it!) is so delicious!
Fun fact, chicago has the highest polish population outside of Warsaw. So you will be able to find those pierogis everywhere!
That blue ralph lauren takes me back to being in high school in the early 2000s. Smells so good!
Not to sound weird but your voice is so relaxing. Not like in a put me to sleep kinda way but like a my anxiety sucks today and your voice brings me calm. Thank you for your videos!
Hi Taylor ❣️ I love your eyelashes in this video!! You get the best footage of the cities that you go to!! Also I'd love to hear about the dating scene, I'm pretty sure a lot of others might too..🌻🌼🌺🦋
I'm from Florida, and the waves of Lake Michigan are blowing my mind. 🤯 new mic sounds great. 💜
Aww, sad to hear about the dating scene here and now curious what you look for in guys. Video idea: trying out a professional matchmaker 👀👀👀👀
The Dunkin creamer is my fav!! I love my coffee sweet and creamy. Ever since I discovered it, it’s all I use with a splash of half and half
Ngl I fell off on watching your TH-cam videos but seeing that you're in Chicago has made me so excited bc I'm from chicago I hope I run into you ! I've got lots of videos to catch up on and I'm excited for it ♡♡
I would have thought dating would be so easy there! Love watching your journey ❤️
Loved this vlog! But I am super excited to see the “wish I would’ve known” TH-cam video… I hope it’s coming soon. I love getting to hear sort of behind the scenes type stuff with TH-cam and how the whole video thing works.
I’m so excited to see Six! We’re seeing it in a month after originally having tickets for August 2020! (And yes, it just came BACK to Chicago. It did it’s out of town try out run in Chicago before heading to Broadway!)
Love your Vlogs. I became a new subscriber, since you been living out of your suitcase lol...And audio sounded great ! 👍🏾
I have been waiting for this one! Chicago native here, for sure visit Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, and Boystown. We are trying to avoid gentrification in some areas, so I am not mentioning those here on purpose (I know you'll understand). But these are some good neighborhoods to visit that aren't downtown so you can get the Chicago experience.
Chicago is great, so beautiful, so many things to do, but don’t poo-poo the winters until you’ve tried it. That wind off Lake Michigan is a beast! I still think Austin is your #1 spot. Thanks for taking us along on your adventures!
The winters aren’t nearly as bad as MN or farther north. They’re actually much milder than years past! Just need a long down weather coat, hat/gloves and good boots!
Great video! Thank you for always taking the time to link absolutely everything! Its much appreciated ☺️
Thanks for reading the description box haha
chicago is such a cool city! welcome to the midwest!
Gosh I miss my beautiful hometown! ❤ Chicago's downtown and skyline hands down the most beautiful.
You should go to the Starbucks reserve and 360 tilt to see the best view of chicago!!
Please please go to the other neighborhoods in Chicago other than downtown. Check out wicker park, Logan square, Lincoln park, etc there are so many cute neighborhoods with sooo much culture, history, character and charm that downtown doesn’t have imo. Also try Bumble I’ve heard it’s better in Chicago than Hinge here
NO WAY! I’ve been watching you for years and now you live right by me omg ! 🥹
Ah I saw Six on Broadway by myself in March. Amazing show
Oh! Definitely try the Ralph Lauren Cafe on the Mag Mile. Their Avocado and Crab Salad is amazing. 😊
Addicted to these type of videos!
Watching you travel around my town! Also jealous of the Indian food 💚 enjoy Chicago!
Man, Chicago really is the most beautiful city.
I loved Six. I saw it in previews in NYC before the pandemic shut it down. I can't wait to see it in London where it started.
Love Chicago. Went there june 2019 Taylor and yes I had one of those Sherpa jackets on! Thx to being anemic and having joint problems lol. Thx for showing us around. Their museums and food tours are awesome too
You have anemia too? I don't find very many people that have it and have been dealing with it since 2016.
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Yeah I stopped eating beef couple years lol. Hate iron pills. I’m always cold
Wow, Chicago seems like such a vibrant and pretty city
Your scenery shots were so beautiful and now I am dying to get to Chicago 😍😍. Only been once and I was pretty small so barely remember it.
Hope you're having fun in Chicago!!
Definitely am!!
Fun fact: Chicago is actually referred to as “the Windy City” because our politicians are notoriously “full of hot air” lol. And yes, dating here sucks. I met my husband after 4 years of being single, when we were both in the suburbs lol. Hinge is also just not big here, it’s more Bumble and I honestly met mine on Tinder.
Yep, Tinder & Bumble are the move here
Oklahoma City is actually the windiest city. Everyone always thinks it’s Chicago.
@@livingasarose3927 it does get pretty windy here, but definitely not the windiest.
I have been to Chicago several times (always when the weather was nice) and I really liked it. It is very beautiful and clean, as you noted. There is a lot to do and see and good food. But I don't think I could handle the winter weather there.
As usual your video was amazing and I thought the audio quality was great but not more then your usual. I’m really seeing a kind of different style in your videos, maybe it’s your personality that’s changing (I’ve been with you awhile!) but I think you are stunning and it shows big time in these travel vlogs. Inspiring me to look at moving soon, NY is a strong possibility!
Loved the BTS editing and gear chat.
Your eyes with that hair color is beautiful!Welcome to the Chi!
I’m born and raised in Chicago. Hope you enjoy what Chicago has to offer. Stay safe and if you have any questions I can gladly help.