Drop It Like it's Hot

The drop waist trend seems like it's everywhere right now; but how do you wear when you're not walking the red carpet? Let's look at some great options for right now when E! isn't knocking on your door.

Macy's, Nine West Dress, $67

I love the change in stripe direction on the waist and the short sleeves. I'd add a neon bauble necklace for a great pop of color.

Alice and Olivia, Stapen Drop Waist Tunic Dress, $78

Anyone else think this model looks like she's about to be attacked? Just me? Ok. Let's look past that. Great jersey material dress that's just screaming for sky high heels and a night out.

Modcloth, To Peach Her Own Dress, $87

Stay with me on this one; I'd unbutton at least four buttons and wear a great detailed lace cami underneath to break up the color. Maybe a straw floppy "Kentucky Derby-esque" hat.

Anthropologie, Marian Flapper Chemise, $34

A simple chic silk shift. Fantastic color.

I think the biggest advice to wearing a drop waist dress is trying it on first. Each dart and line runs differently and you really need to see it on and not online to decide if its right for you.

Be fabulous today!

Silver and Black

Happy Monday lovebugs,
We're back from another weekend and back to the grind. How was your weekend? I had a great brunch with Nikki, Rosa and Sarah yesterday, it's always great to get some inspiration from fellow bloggers.

Today I thought we would look at a great trend in watches: black and silver. It's so chic and easy to pair with any outfit.

 Nordstom, Timex Easy Reader Leather Watch, $65

So masculine, I would layer on a ton of bangles and maybe even a charm bracelet.

Fossil, Sydney mini face watch, $95

A great stainless steel watch is softened by a great circular face.

Asos, Watch with double dial, $53

Simple, chic and minimalist. Very professional.

Lord and Taylor, Jolie silverstone square watch, $45

I love the industrial look of this watch. And the price is just right.

It seems like every designer is coming out with their own watch line these days- what are you going to be wearing?

Be fabulous today!

Friday Foodday

We made it you guys! I'm so happy it's Friday. Here are my favorite recipes I've been looking at this week.


The Best Coleslaw Ever
c/o Lauren's Latest

Ingredients
1/2 head green cabbage, shredded
1/2 onion, finely diced
1 large carrot, grated
2 tablespoons chopped chives {optional}
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
salt & pepper, to taste


Directions

For the coleslaw, place cabbage, onion, carrot and chives into a large bowl. In a smaller bowl, stir together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over top veggies and toss to coat. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve. The longer this sits the better it tastes.

Hot Chocolate Oreo Muffins

c/o Kitchen Bellicious

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tsp hot chocolate mix
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 20 oreo cookies

Directions

1. In medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, hot chocolate,soda and salt, set aside.
2. In small bowl, combine milk, sour cream, and egg then stir the egg mixture in to the flour mixture with margarine until just blended. Gently stir in the cookies and spoon batter 12 greased 2 1/2 inch muffin pan cups.
3. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
4. Remove from pan, cool on wire rack.

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Peanut Butter and Jelly French Toast

c/o Stephanie Cooks Blog

Ingredients

6 slices cinnamon swirl bread
Peanut butter
Jelly
1 tbsp butter
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk or cream
1/2 tsp cinnamon

Directions

1- Using the bread, peanut butter, and jelly, make 3 pb&j sandwiches. Slice the sandwiches in half, set aside.
2- Meanwhile beat the eggs, milk/cream, and cinnamon together in a shallow dish.
3- Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet. Once it melts dip the sandwiches in the egg mix, flipping to coat both sides, and cook until the bread is nicely golden. Serve with syrup.

Bag It

We all know color blocking is huge, but what about for bags? Mixing colors on your accessories is always a great way to spice an outfit.

Asos, Aldo Virga Clutch, $71

The turquoise trim really makes this bag for me. Such a small but noticeable pop of color.

Topshop, Spot Colour Block Clutch, $40

I'm a sucker for polka dots and this is no exception. Amazing.

Nordstrom, SR Squared by Sondra Roberts Color Block Clutch, $72

Chic to the extreme, I love the patent leather.

Macy's, Rachel Roy Large Magazine Tote, $89

Color blocking isn't just for clutches, here is a great tote for work or weekend.

I just love mixing punchy colors, but if you're not feeling brave to wear it, try accessorizing with it!

Be fabulous today!