Mini Wedge for Work

I'm on the search for some work appropriate sandals.  One of my biggest musts is the sandal cannot flip or flop.  Open toes are fine for this weather, but nobody should here you coming.  I also don't love a thong sandal for work, its a little too casual for me.

Target, Merona Elvera Demi Wedge Sandal, $20

The tiny wedge is perfect for walking to work and the patent leather makes it a little dressier.

Nine West, Punchy, $79

I can picture this with a great pair of silk cropped pants and a killer pedicure.

Urban Outfitters, Fletcher by Lyell Canvas Scallop Sandal, $39

I really like the color on the mini-wedge.  I also like the ankle strap.

Nordstrom, Vaeli Landus sandal, $79

Hello neutral! This shoe would match anything and everything.  

What low heeled sandals are you wearing this summer? Any stores you recommend?  This style is perfect for walking in the city.

Be fabulous today!

One Shoulder and Fabulous

Today let's go out.  I mean putting on your heels and going out for the night.  Glam.  Fabulous.  I'm thinking one shoulder.  Let's see what we can find.

Piperlime, Tinley road silver one shoulder, $28

No seriously, this dress is under $30.  Just don't even think. Put it in your cart.

Asos, Liquorish, $60

I love the pleating on this skirt and the cinched waist.  The color is fabulous.

Nordstrom, Glint one shoulder faille dress, $93

I really like the little bow belt.  This could also work for a summer wedding.

Bluefly, Wyatt, $76

You don't often see a print on a one shoulder dress. I really like the subtle class of this one.

One shoulder dresses are so great for summer because they add a detail of surprise other then a color or pattern.

Be fabulous today!

Inspired by Kate

Hey lovebugs!
Happy Monday! How was your weekend? It was a scorcher here in DC. Lots of sundresses and sandals. 

Today I wanted to talk about a recent love of mine and I guess Kate Spade has fallen in love with it too.  Gold!  Normally gold is seen in jewelry, but today let's look at some fabulous gold clothing pieces.

Modcloth, Smoke on the Water, $65

Doesn't this dress remind you of a sock hop number from Grease? I just love it!

Lulu's, Cute gold skirt, $47

I really love the floating effect of this skirt.  It's ready for a spin!

Toms, Gilded herringbone shoe, $54

I'm still warming up to Tom's shoes, but these are so much fun for a weekend of running around.

Neiman Marcus, Berek Outer Beauty Blouse, $50

The bell sleeves here are gorgeous.  Perfect to dress up or down.

I really love the elegance of the metallic in gold.  It matches everything and it's so shimmery and gorgeous for summer.

Be fabulous today!

Friday Foodday

Hey lovebugs! Happy Friday to you. Any plans for this weekend? I'm dogsitting so I will be getting my extra walks in around DC in this heat!


Here are some of my fave recipes this week.


Cauliflower Fritters
c/o Skinny Taste

Ingredients

• 4 cups steamed cauliflower (roughly chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano
• 1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup hot water
• salt and pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Directions

In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, flour, garlic, eggs, grated cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Add water so that batter becomes slightly more dense than pancake batter.

On medium-low heat, add 1 tbsp of oil in a 10 inch skillet coating bottom of the pan.Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to form fritters. You can fit 4 fritters at a time. Cook until golden brown, turn and cook another few minutes. Add a little more oil to the pan, and repeat with the remaining batter.

Makes 24 fritters. 


Tomato Artichoke Ravioli
c/o Stephanie Cooks

Ingredients
1 package ravioli
1 tbsp. butter
1 clove garlic
1 cup chicken broth
Salt
Pepper
Onion powder
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
10 frozen artichoke hearts, diced small
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, additional for serving


Directions
1- In a small saucepan melt the butter. Add the garlic, stirring until fragrant. Meanwhile, in a seperate pot cook the ravioli according to packaging directions.
2- Add the chicken broth to the garlic and bring the heat up to high, allowing it to come to a boil. Season with salt/pepper/onion powder.
3- Add the chopped tomato and artichoke hearts, stirring regularly.
4- Once the ravioli are done, add the parmesan cheese and stir well.
5- Toss the ravioli and sauce together, serve with additional cheese if desired.


Orange Blackberry Muffins
c/o Kitchen Bellicious

Ingredients
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp baking powder
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 stick unsalted butter, melted
1 pint blackberries, roughly chopped
zest and juice of 1 orange
2 TBSP honey


Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and grease your muffin tin molds or use paper muffins cups. The size of your muffin tin is up to you but this recipe makes 12 extra large muffins or 24 regular size muffins.

2. Whisk all the wet ingredients together. Set aside. In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar and orange zest. Add in the remaining dry ingredients and stir to combine. Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry, slowly in batches, until the batter is thoroughly mixed. Add in the blackberries and pour the batter into the muffin molds.

3. Bake in the oven at 400 degrees for approximately 20-25 minutes. Once done, sprinkle the tops with the turbinado sugar and allow to cool before removing each muffin.