Less is More

Sometimes you just need a great base. A solid canvas to build on. Today, we're looking at some strong gray dresses that you can add just about anything to. Layer on the cardigan, button down shirt and belt, neon necklace, boots, you name it. Let's have some fun.

Modcloth, Fountain Photo Op Dress, $72

How about this as the dress of the summer? Handkerchief hemline, cascading circle details, add a drop earring and a strappy sandal.

Bloomingdale's, Alternative Racerback Maxi Dress, $68

Also comes in blue or black, this gray form-fitting maxi is ready for anything. Wear it as a maxi skirt with a patterned blouse, or go fancy and simple with a skinny belt and chandelier earrings.

Anthropologie, Savant Swing Dress, $98

Oh hey, nothing to see here, but wait...are those elbow patches? Why yes. Yes they are.

Victoria's Secret, Supermodel Sweatshirt Dress, $69

Casual meets sassy. Check out the stud detail on the sleeves of this super laid back sweatshirt dress.

Usually I'm all about the statement piece, the pattern, the bold color, or the standout fit, but sometimes less is more. Try a blank canvas and go simple or have some fun.

Be fabulous today!

Cash Money

Happy tax day everyone. I hope you got a great return and have some money to treat yourself. So today's post theme is money. Cash money. Dolla bills y'all.

Forever 21, Money Sign Necklace, $3

For less than five bucks, add this little charm to your collection.

Juicy Couture, Graphic Tee, $34

A great high low tee is sassy and kind of adorable with maybe a navy prepster blazer.

Fab, No Cash Value Ring, $76

Vintage arcade token anyone? This not so polished accessory is perfect for the weekend.

Modcloth, What Did I Buy Today?, $13

And maybe something to keep track of your splurges and steals. This little journal is more helpful then you may think.

Whether you owe or got paid, sometimes money can buy happiness. Especially when happiness is in the form of a dress or maybe some patent peep toe pumps.

Be fabulous today!

Blooming Butt

Hey there lovebugs,
Happy Monday to you. I hope its full of smiles and not allergies. Stupid spring, getting all up in your nose like that. So today I say, screw you pollen, I'm wearing flowers on my pants.

Forever 21, Floral Daze Wide Leg Pant, $15

A breezy pant for weekends. Too wild for you? Try a wide belt to define the waist.

Romwe, Floral Print Pocketed Yellow Pant, $27

Hello sunshine! Check you out.

Ann Taylor, Evening Floral Cropped Pant, $89
Oh I just love this big print. The neutral colors mean you can pair it with just about anything. Think of the options, denim jacket, blazer, red silk blouse.

Asos, Peg Pant in Shadow Floral, $41
How chic are these pants? Perfectly placed pin tuck pleats at the waist and a slim ankle.

So you may be loaded up on Claritin or swimming in tissues, but there is no reason to rule out florals. Just show pollen whose boss and own those pants.

Be fabulous today!

Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs! This weekend I will be traveling to Memphis for a wedding, so today's recipes will all be Memphis inspired!

Hard Fireball Razzyade

c/o This Girl Walks into a Bar

Ingredients

1 ounce Fireball Whisky
2.5 ounces raspberry lemonade
Squeeze of one lemon wedge

Directions

Add the ingredients to a glass filled with ice. Mix well and serve. Garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon.

BBQ Spaghetti
c/o Serious Eats

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 large onions, diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 4 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 3 ounces tomato paste
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 16 ounces spaghetti
• 1 cup pulled pork

Directions

Bring large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, pour oil into heavy-bottomed 12-inch stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add onions and garlic. Cook until onion turns translucent, stirring often with wooden spoon, about 5 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste to skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for five minutes. Add sugar, oregano, and basil. Stir well, and cook for another five minutes. Transfer sauce to a blender, and add barbecue sauce. Blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Add spaghetti to boiling water and cook according to directions on box. When done, drain pasta in colander. Return pasta to empty pot and pour in barbecue sauce. Stir well, and add pork. Serve.

Memphis Dry Rub

c/o Tasty Kitchen

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Ingredients

• 1 cup Sea Salt, Medium Fine 
• ½ cups Unrefined Evaporated Cane Sugar 
• ½ cups Brown Sugar, Golden/light
• 2 Tablespoons Sweet Hungarian Paprika
• 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder, Medium Heat
• 2 Tablespoons Granulated Onion 
• 2 Tablespoons Dry Mustard
• 1 Tablespoon Granulated Garlic 
• 2 teaspoons Dry Thyme
• 2 teaspoons Dry Oregano
• 2 teaspoons Black Pepper, Ground Fresh
• 2 teaspoons Celery Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cayenne