Friday, February 14, 2014

Friday Foodday

Happy Valentine's lovebugs, here are some holiday inspired cocktails.

Spiked Jones
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup whole coffee beans
  • 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Kahlua
  • 1 teaspoon confectioner's sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dark chocolate-covered coffee beans, chopped

Directions
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, 1/2 cup cream, and whole coffee beans. Bring to a simmer, turn off heat, cover, and steep beans for 1 hour. Strain liquid and return to saucepan; discard beans. Bring the milk-and-cream mixture back to a simmer, add chocolate, and whisk until incorporated. Remove from heat; whisk in Kahlua. Whip remaining 1/2 cup cream and the confectioners' sugar until soft peaks form. Divide the hot chocolate between two cups and garnish each portion with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of chopped chocolate-covered coffee beans.

The Monkey Gland
Saveur
Ingredients
  • 3 oz. gin
  • 1½ oz. fresh orange juice
  • ¼ oz. grenadine
  • 1 dash absinthe
  • Orange peel, for garnish
Directions
Combine gin, orange juice, grenadine, and absinthe in a cocktail shaker filled with ice; shake vigorously and strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with an orange twist.



The Pink Lady
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 ounces of gin
  • 1/2 ounce applejack
  • 1/2 ounce lemon juice, preferably fresh
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/5 ounce (or a couple of dashes) of grenadine
Directions
Combine all your ingredients in a shaker without ice. Shake it, shake it, shake it to get the egg well mixed. Now add ice and shake some more. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a cherry.

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Pucker Up

It's Valentine's Eve and whether you have a hot date or not, everyone loves a good kiss. So pucker up lovebugs.

This ladylike compact is mature and girly. You'll find excuses to pull it out of your bag.

Pac Sun, Shine Lips Muscle Tee, $39
A little edgy but think about pairing this with a magenta cardigan and a leopard skinny belt. Yeah.

Macy's, Guess Printed Tee, $39
How adorable is this tee? I love the blush color and the scoop neck.

The Limited, Kiss Layering Blouse, $49
A sheer tiny print blouse that you can tuck into a pencil skirt, wear with a suit, or layer under a v-neck sweater.

This Valentine's Day put on some gloss or some chapstick and enjoy a good mwah.

Be fabulous today!

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Initial Impressions

Personalized jewelry is classic and chic. Monograms are beautiful but they can be expensive. Today we're looking at a great option for you or for a gift. Initial jewelry is thoughtful, pretty, and can be worn with just about anything.

I love this bracelet because its so different. The drop charm is sturdy but delicate. It is a bangle that doesn't make a lot of noise.

Shoptiques, Cursive Initial Necklace, $41
A cursive initial is so unique. A lost art if you ask me. This necklace is dainty and beautiful.

Gorjana Griffin, Alphabet Disc Cuff, $70
A simple but stunning piece that you can wear alone or layer with your watch, bracelet, and any other arm party piece you'd like.

Urban Outfitters, Circle Initial Earring, $4
These earrings won't break the bank and they are just right for skinny jeans and drinks with the girls.

Whether you buy them for your sister, your bff, or your fabulous self, initial jewelry is simple, elegant and timeless.

Be fabulous today!

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Blue's Clues

We all know that radiant orchid is the color of 2014, but I'm not quite over this beautiful blue. I'm talking about cobalt. It's so rich and eye catching and I can't get enough of it. It pairs beautifully with yellows, plums, and even black.

This strong blouse commands attention. The black lines are cut perfectly, and yet, the shirt is a sheer lightweight material making the top feel airy and feminine.

This statement earring is all you need to complete the perfect lbd look or maybe throw on some jeans and loose blouse with these beauties.

Banana Republic, Lightweight Wool Pencil Skirt, $89
Ok, here's something I will spend on. This is a well constructed pencil skirt in a material that is four seasons. It's fully lined, double vented, and a beautiful alternative to navy.

Ankle pant cords are perfect for this time of year and into early spring. Throw on heels show some ankle and get going.

Cobalt is that perfect shade of blue for all four seasons. You can find it on bags, shoes, clothes, jewelry you name it. Why is it so popular? Because this vibrant color looks great on everyone.

Be fabulous today!