Lace on your feet

Happy humpday friends! I'm back from New Orleans and couldn't be happier to sleep in my own bed tonight.  How has your week been going?

Today we're going to talk about lace; now I have featured lace before on TCB here but today we're going to look at some lace for your feet! I'm talking shoes ladies!

Nordstrom, Via Spiga Vienna, $91

Look at these beauties.  A little bow detail and the lace is just so delicate.

Asos, Sydney, $62

Kitten heel, lace detail, capped pointy toe.  What is not to love?

Caparros, Narita Nu Gold Satin, $58

These have a vintage feel.  I love this with an LBD.

Nordstrom, BP Gia Sandal, $35

Ooo these are just asking for a Friday night!

You'll notice I picked black and white lace as opposed to any other colors.  I think this is a good staple when wearing lace because it's the most versatile and the classiest.  When you go into red lace, and other colors you can go from gorgeous to hooker in three seconds flat.  So try a few styles and see what looks best on you!

Be fabulous today!

Dolman Sleeves

Hey there!
First and foremost a special Happy Birthday to THE BF.  He is a quarter century today!  Wish I was there to celebrate with him but I will be back from New Orleans tomorrow.

Today we're going to talk a little bit about the dolman sleeve.  This is a sleeve that is much wider at the arm-hole than it is at the wrist.  It can be a really interesting addition to a blouse.

Loft, Dolman sleeve drape top, $45

The neckline is so beautiful, I love the billowy shape with the sleeves.

Modcloth, In chic contrast top, $35

I would wear this with a bold long necklace or an electric pink skinny belt.

Nordstrom, Stem dolman sleeve sweatshirt, $35

I just love this for a weekend grocery shop.  

Forever 21, plaid dolman shirt, $25

While I would style this top differently; I just love the mix of plaid with a button down and dolman sleeve.

So a dolman sleeve is usually a little more casual, but it adds a flirty detail to your sleeve.

Be fabulous today!

Bright Blazers

Hey lovebugs!
Happy Monday.  If the Mondays have you down, do I have something to make you smile.  It's a traditional piece now with a colorful spin. I'm talking about bright blazers!

Urban Outfitters, Pins and Needles Scalloped Blazer, $79

I love this pastel pink! It would look great with a white dress or a black pencil skirt.  

Eddie Bauer, lightweight chino blazer, $69

The color is a little military, the details are so feminine.  The low stance with the buttons makes it more casual and on the back is a thin bow tie.

The Outnet, Armand basi baber, $77

There's only a few left in size 4 but it is just gorgeous isn't it? I love the bracelet sleeves.

Newport News, Satin wing collar jacket, $49

Hello drama! What a fabulous, luscious color to go with!

Try to spruce up your blazers with some color.  If you want to keep what you have now, add a neon skinny belt around the outside to give it some extra pop!

Be fabulous today! 

Friday Foodday

It's Friday! Wooohooo!! I'm so happy.  I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.


I am at my work conference until Wednesday, so think of me when you wake up at noon tomorrow.  Know that jealous is an understatement.


Snickerdoodle Blondies
c/o Stephanie Cooks Blog

Ingredients
2 2/3 cup all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup butter, at room temperature
2 eggs
1 tbsp. vanilla extract
2 1/2 tbsp. granulated sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon


Directions
1- Preheat over to 350. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray.
2- In a medium bowl whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together.
3- Cream the butter and brown sugar together in a stand mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the vanilla, beat in.
4- Gradually add the flour mixture, beating it together on low. Transfer the dough to the pan and push into an even layer.
5- In a small bowl combine the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the dough.
6- Bake 20-25 minutes. Let blondies cool completely in the pan before cutting.


Chicken and Mushrooms in a Garlic White Wine Sauce
c/o Skinny Taste

Ingredients

• 8 chicken tenderloins, 16 oz total
• 2 tsp butter
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup all purpose flour* (use rice flour if gluten free)
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 12 oz sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1/3 cup fat free chicken broth
• salt and fresh pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Preheat oven to 200°. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge in flour.

Heat a large skillet on medium heat; when hot add 1 tsp butter and 1 tsp olive oil. Addchicken to the skillet and cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side, or until chicken is no longer pink. Set aside in a warm oven.

Add additional oil and butter to the skillet, then garlic and cook a few seconds; addmushrooms, salt and pepper stirring occasionally until golden, about 5 minutes.

Add wine, chicken broth, parsley; stir the pan with a wooden spoon breaking up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook a few more minutes or until the liquid reduces by half. Top the chicken with the mushroom sauce and serve.

Chocolatey Chocolate Chip Cookies

c/o Wit and Whimsy/Cupcakes and Cashmere

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In large bowl, beat butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt; stir into the butter mixture until well blended. Mix in the chocolate chips and walnuts. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
3. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or just until set. Cool slightly on the cookie sheets before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Be fabulous today!