Tangy Citrus

Alright lovebugs, let's spice up this humpday. Today's color is nectarine. Bright, fruity, sassy, this is a great color to break up the winter blues.

Reiss, Flat Colour Block Clutch, $51

Talk about a night out bag. This is just the perfect pop of color to that LBD.

Target, Women's Ponte Pocket Dress, $29

Ponte is a great fabric for a dress because it's got a bit of weight to it which helps when you don't want to show every little curve. Now why Target forgot to iron this dress? That I do not know.

Gap, Modern Boot Cut, $35

I would rock these pants. And if you buy them, you better work. Because if you're rocking orange pants and not strutting, you're going to look like a sad carrot. True fact.

Neiman Marcus, Lauren Hansen Cashmere Sweater, $75

This cashmere, oversized sweater will be SO cozy. I wouldn't even bother with too many accessories, just let it be.

Nectarine is a fabulous color. It's peppy and smart looking. Try it in lush textures like wool and cashmere now and later in silk and cotton.

Be fabulous today!

Meet at Dusk

I hope you're enjoying this week's color theme. Today's color from Pantone Spring 2013  is dusk blue.

Ann Taylor, Striped Stretch Cotton Boatneck Tee, $38

This adorable striped longsleeve tee is perfect for a long necklace. I love the navy stripes near the wrist.

Forever 21, Rhinestone Floral Bib Necklace, $11

Quite feminine. This would be beautiful paired with a white oxford.

Ya Los Angeles, Lace Peplum Top, $39

This is just perfect for...everything. pencil skirt, white jeans, sequin belt, you name it, it's a perfect canvas.

Anthropologie, Frothed Dots Dress, $49

So simple and soft, this lovely dress is so spring.

If you know me, I'm a saturated color kind of girl. But this dusk blue is a lovely neutral for the warmer weather.

Be fabulous today!

Perfect Poppy

Hey there lovebugs,
Happy Monday to you. This week I thought we would do something a bit different. A week of colors. Sometimes we do trends, textures, fits, but this week we'll focus on one color in particular each day. And what colors you ask? Well let's pick some great ones from Pantone Spring 2013.

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Today's color? Poppy red.  Oh, and it's all under $50. I know, you're welcome.

Asos, Skinny Jeans in Poppy Red #4, $25

Colored denim isn't going anywhere, so why not jump on board with these fabulous skinnies?

American Eagle, Open Knit Shimmer Sweater, $39

How cozy yet sexy is this sweater. It's just perfect for layering, try a cami or even an oxford.

Coach, Poppy Floral Iphone 5 Case, $38

You can't get much more poppy-er than this colorful and whimsical phone case.

Modcloth, Poppy On By Skirt, $39

I truly love the feminine qualities of an accordion skirt and this pretty red one is just perfect for the office or a picnic.

Poppy red is such a beautiful and girly color for spring. It's quite versatile because it's not fire engine red or merlot, it's got an airy quality to it.

Be fabulous today!

Friday Foodday

We made it! Happy Friday lovebugs! Here are my favorite recipes for the week.

Brandy Old Fashioned
c/o Jeffery Morgenthaler

Ingredients
1 sugar cube or 1 tsp 2:1 simple syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1 orange wedge
1 cherry, preferably Amarena or Maraska
2 oz brandy or Cognac

Directions

In a chilled old fashioned glass, muddle the sugar, bitters, orange wedge and cherry into a thick paste, careful not to work the orange peel. Add brandy or Cognac, stir, and fill glass with crushed ice and serve.

Skinny Queso Dip
c/o Skinny Taste

Ingredients

• 1 cup skim milk
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp canola oil
• 1 cup minced onion
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 poblano pepper, diced
• 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
• 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 10 oz can Rotel tomatoes with chiles, diced and drained
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• juice of 1 lime
• salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ancho chili powder
• 1 3/4 cups shredded reduced fat sharp Cheddar, Sargento

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of the milk with 3 tbsp of cornstarch to create a slurry; set aside.

Heat a large saucepan on medium heat; when hot add oil. Add the onions, garlic, poblano, and jalapeno and cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, to taste.

Add the chicken broth and the rest of the milk. Bring to a boil and cook for about 3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Add the slurry (cornstarch mixture) to the pan and stir; simmer a minute until it bubbles and thickens, then reduce heat to low.

Add the drained tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.Remove from heat and add the cheese; stir until it melts completely. Serve immediately.

Biscoff Donuts

c/o Stephanie Cooks Blog

Ingredients

1  cup all purpose flour 
1/2  cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
7 tablespoons milk
5 tablespoons creamy Biscoff spread
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon melted butter

Directions

1- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Add milk, egg, biscoff spread, vanilla and melted butter. Whisk to combine.
2- Transfer dough to a ziplock bag. Snip off a corner of the bag and pipe dough evenly into a 6-cup doughnut pan.

3-Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until dough is set (it won’t be golden brown, but should be springy.) Remove from the pan and cool completely.

4- Top with your favorite frosting or glaze, then decorate with M&Ms or sprinkles.