Monday, September 10, 2012

Tied Up in Silk

Happy Monday lovebugs. How was your weekend? I spent mine in Ocean City, NJ celebrating a friend's birthday. Now we're back to the grind, but you know what? Fall is in the air and that makes me happy.

Today I thought we would look at some silk scarves that can be worn in a variety of ways this fall: in your hair, around your purse handle or the usual, tied around your neck!

Nordstrom, Links and Dots Shorty, $42
I'm really loving the red on purple here, it's a great contrast of color near the face or with a light brown bag.

Ann Taylor, Charming Bow, $68
For this I'm picturing a strong red lipstick, something to really counter the sweetness of the pattern.

Anthropologie, Gilt Petals Scarf, $19
The colors in this scarf would be perfect with a jean jacket or over a ponytail.

Fossil, Cindy Floral Scarf, $44
I'm obsessed with this scarf. I love the graphic yet geometric pattern and the emerald border!

If you're hesitant about trying scarves, I'd recommend going to the nearest Target or Nordstrom Rack and try on a few in the mirror where you won't get swarmed with sales people. Find a pattern or color that you're comfortable with and mix it into your wardrobe!

Be fabulous today!

Friday, September 7, 2012

Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs, here are my favorite recipes for the week.

Ginger Soy Mahi Mahi
c/o Great Eats with Pete
Ingredients
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons mirin
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
2 Mahi-Mahi fillets
Salt
Pepper
3 scallions, minced

Directions
In a small bowl mix half the scallions, the garlic, soy sauce, mirin, vinegar and ginger together. Set aside.
Salt and pepper the mahi mahi filets on both sides. In a large saute pan with high sides and a cover pour in the soy sauce mixture. Place the Mahi-Mahi fillets on top of the sauce. Heat over high heat and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover. Cook for 6 minutes. Remove cover and top with the remaining scallions. Cover again and cook until the fish is opaque another 4-6 minutes.
Remove from heat and drizzle with the sauce from the pan. Enjoy!
Colorful Vegetable Tain
Ingredients
1 large or 2 medium russet potatoes
1 large squash
1 large zucchini
1 large red bell pepper
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 TBSP Spanish thyme
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp oregano
1 TBSP mustard
2 tsp olive oil
1 tsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp salt and pepper each

1 TBSP freshly chopped basil or parsley
2-3 TBSP Romano cheese


Directions

Saute the onion, garlic and red bell peppers in the olive oil for 5-6 minutes until slightly translucent. Place in the bottom of a round casserole dish or tart pan. Sprinkle with romano cheese and the basil.
Slice the potatoes, tomatoes, squash and zucchini in round 1/4 inch thick slices. In a large mixing bowl stir together the mustard, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper,paprika, thyme and oregano. Layer them alternatively in a circular motion on top of the onion mixture. Make sure to fit them in tightly and create a spiral. Bake at 350 covered with foil for 30-40 minutes, remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes.


Smore Blondies
c/o I Want To Be a Domestic Goddess
Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 2 graham cracker sheets, finely crushed.
Directions
Preheat over to 350. Grease an 8-inch square pan.
In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, eggs and vanilla just until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to brown sugar mixture. Stir in chocolate chips.
Spread half of the batter into the baking pan. Place all of the marshmallow on top of this layer. Spread the remaining batter on top of the marshmallows, covering up all of the marshmallows. Sprinkle the crushed graham crackers on top.
Bake for 20-24 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.


Thursday, September 6, 2012

Bleeding Bling

Happy almost Friday lovebugs. Do you have any plans this weekend? I'm heading to Ocean City for my good friend Sarah's birthday. One last beach weekend before the summer ends.

Today I thought we'd look at the 'it' color for fall, oxblood. But let's look at it for jewels. So beautiful burgundy or oxblood accessories.

Bauble Bar, Burgundy Gem Drops, $24
Hello drama, hello sophistication.

Need Supply, Coral Necklace in Burgundy, $44
Look at this necklace. So different, and nothing like I've seen before.

These beauties are perfect for dark denim. I love this drop earring.

Topshop, Suede Wrap Bracelet, $24
A great layering piece for an arm party.

Whether you wear it as oxblood, burgundy, dark red, or maroon, this color is perfect for fall.

Be fabulous today!

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

When Fairy Tales Come True

Today we're talking about Peter Pan collars. A smooth, rounded hem collar that can be found just about everywhere this fall.

Modcloth, Work With Me Dress, $49
The bf hates this dress, but I have the opposite reaction. Stunning. The color, the cut, the collar, the peplum. Ah! Love it.

A simple, understated top that is just beautiful for work or play.

Topshop, Gem Peter Pan Necklace, $85
This stunner would be perfect with a high neck LBD.

Lord and Taylor, Sheer Clip Dot Blouse, $19
The price. Check it. You're welcome.

The peter pan collar is so sweet and ladylike for dresses, tops, jackets and even jewelry. Try it out today!

Be fabulous today!