12.04.2010
Eddie's winter coat
And its the only one he's got. His wardrobe isn't as eclectic as mine. But hey if you can work it, wear it all day, everyday :-p
12.03.2010
Colorize your winter wardrobe
Winter is characterized by muted colors. White, black, beige, gray. Don't get me wrong these basic colors are a huge part of my wardrobe winter, fall, summer and spring and I love them, but a great way to add a bit of color to your basic winter wardrobe is with accessories. Get festive with deep greens and reds, feel free to throw in some blues and pale pinks. H&M has a myriad of fairly priced bright colored accessories to make all your holiday time outfits stand out. Here are a few I chose.
From top left:
pale pink velvet clutch- $5.95
red bow belt- $9.95
feather hair clip- $3.95
red rosette clutch- $17.95
Green cocktail ring- $5.95
Blue stone bracelet- $7.95
From top left:
pale pink velvet clutch- $5.95
red bow belt- $9.95
feather hair clip- $3.95
red rosette clutch- $17.95
Green cocktail ring- $5.95
Blue stone bracelet- $7.95
hair clip bonanza
I have come to the conclusion that I have too many feather hair clips. But I just love them oh so much
12.01.2010
11.30.2010
Feather dress
After seeing the amazing feather and lace dress that Emma Watson wore to the Harry Potter premiere in London my frenzy for the feather trend has reached an all time high.
[Emma Watson in Rafael Lopez]
I have decided to pay homage by attempting to make my own feather mini dress for new years. I figure that if I make the decision now I have enough time to construct it.
Here are two other inspirational photos of feather mini dresses to serve as inspiration
[Blake Lively in Marchesa]
[Anne Hathaway in Erdem]
You may or may not see pictures of me in my feather dress on new years....it all depends on how ridiculous a DIY feather dress looks on my frame.
Other feather items to curb the feather cravings....
[Emma Watson in Rafael Lopez]
I have decided to pay homage by attempting to make my own feather mini dress for new years. I figure that if I make the decision now I have enough time to construct it.
Here are two other inspirational photos of feather mini dresses to serve as inspiration
[Blake Lively in Marchesa]
[Anne Hathaway in Erdem]
You may or may not see pictures of me in my feather dress on new years....it all depends on how ridiculous a DIY feather dress looks on my frame.
Other feather items to curb the feather cravings....
11.29.2010
Delish oven roasted potatos
I am a huge fan of mashed potatoes. In fact they are one of my favorite side dishes. But sometimes I am tempted to mix it up a bit and make a slightly different potato side dish. This one happens to be particularly easy and is on of my favorites.
Ingredients:
4 medium sided red skin potatoes
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 packet onion soup mix
cooking spray
plastic bag
Directions:
1. preheat oven to 425 degrees
2. Wash potatoes and chop into quarters
3. Toss potatoes into plastic bag
4. Pour onion soup mix and olive oil into bag
5. Shake bag until potatoes are coated evenly
6. Spray a 9x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray
7. Pour potatoes into pan and bake for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Enjoy as a side dish with chicken, steak, fish, or just a platter of mixed vegetables
Ingredients:
4 medium sided red skin potatoes
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 packet onion soup mix
cooking spray
plastic bag
Directions:
1. preheat oven to 425 degrees
2. Wash potatoes and chop into quarters
3. Toss potatoes into plastic bag
4. Pour onion soup mix and olive oil into bag
5. Shake bag until potatoes are coated evenly
6. Spray a 9x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray
7. Pour potatoes into pan and bake for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Enjoy as a side dish with chicken, steak, fish, or just a platter of mixed vegetables
11.28.2010
All I want for Christmas....I mean Hannukah....and my birthday
Elephants Salt and Pepper Set by Jonathan Adler
popdeluxe.net
Oh ya...and a netbook, and money for my trip to thailand and the livia solo earring that polyvore wouldn't let me clip from etsy.com
popdeluxe.net
Oh ya...and a netbook, and money for my trip to thailand and the livia solo earring that polyvore wouldn't let me clip from etsy.com
11.27.2010
The fast after the gorge
After an intense weekend of eating one would say that now is a good time to get back on track with exercise and eating well. Let us remember some delicious bites from this thanksgiving before we speak of exercise....
the ridiculous 24 pound turkey
the spread, family included
more views of the meal
And now a bit about exercise. A great way to get started is to get great exercise gear. I love taking long walks with Eddie and its never bad to look like you were born to run so to speak. Here is my ideal stylish outdoor exercise outfit
the ridiculous 24 pound turkey
the spread, family included
more views of the meal
And now a bit about exercise. A great way to get started is to get great exercise gear. I love taking long walks with Eddie and its never bad to look like you were born to run so to speak. Here is my ideal stylish outdoor exercise outfit
11.22.2010
Ham and Brie Crouets with hearts of palm/tomato salad
Sometimes the simple meals are the best.
When searching for a weeknight dinner all by my lonesome I often find myself unmotivated to concoct a large elaborate meal. Then again sometimes I want something better than frozen burritos (which, don't get me wrong I eat my fair share of). I have perfected the art of the simple tasty meal and following is one of my favorites.
Ingredients:
fresh baguette
thin sliced honey ham
brie or camembert cheese
basil
1 can hearts of palm
1/2 medium tomato or 1 small tomato(chopped)
1/4 kalamata olives (sliced)
Olive oil
1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
salt
Directions:
1) preheat over to 350
2) Make 5 thin baguette slices (about 1/2-3/4 inch thick, depending on your liking)
3) place the slices on a pan, lightly drizzle with olive oil
4) Top each baguette with a 1/3 slice of ham
5) Place a thin slice of brie on top of ham
6) Place crouetes in oven and bake until brie is melted (approximately 3-5 minutes)
While crouetes are cooking....
1) slice hearts of palm 1/2 inch thick
2) place hearts of palm in bowl and gently toss with tomato and olives
3) sprinkle with salt
4) lightly drizzle with olive oil and toss with balsamic vinegar
Place shredded basil on top of crouetes when cheese is melted and savor....
11.20.2010
Outfit of the Day
[sweater dress- H&M, Vest- Zara, Leggings- Forever 21, Boots- Stetson]
Please forgive the awful photo quality
New food experiences
Allison and I decided to hit up Zengos in DC for dinner last night before we went exploring U street for bars we might go to for my birthday coming up in a few weeks. It was a very tasty meal. Zengos is a latin-asian fusion restaurant. I got delicious
Peking Duck Daikon Tacos
Rainbow Ceviche
and Tuna Tataki Salad
Seeing as I just bought a tasty looking tuna steak at the grocery store I might have to retry the Tuna Tataki Salad at home
Peking Duck Daikon Tacos
Rainbow Ceviche
and Tuna Tataki Salad
Seeing as I just bought a tasty looking tuna steak at the grocery store I might have to retry the Tuna Tataki Salad at home
11.19.2010
Fashion inspiration: part deux
In addition to drawing fashion inspiration from magazines and celebrity photos its always a good idea to take a cue from mannequins. I love looking at store front windows to see how the shops dress their mannequins...like this window I recently passed at H&M in Georgetown....
So take a cue...inspiration is everywhere
So take a cue...inspiration is everywhere
Outfit of the day
Two great fall outfit for appointments and errands:
[Sweater and Scarf- H&M, Leggings- Forever 21, Socks- Nordstroms, Boots- Bakers 2008]
[Jacket- Target, Sweater dress- H&M, Glasses- Ann Taylor, Leggings- Forever 21, Socks- Nordstroms, Boots- Bakers 2008]
Just to throw it in, ran into George Murresan on my day out
[Sweater and Scarf- H&M, Leggings- Forever 21, Socks- Nordstroms, Boots- Bakers 2008]
[Jacket- Target, Sweater dress- H&M, Glasses- Ann Taylor, Leggings- Forever 21, Socks- Nordstroms, Boots- Bakers 2008]
Just to throw it in, ran into George Murresan on my day out
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