Black Beauty

Hey there lovebugs,
Today we're talking jewelry. When you think of jewelry, your mind doesn't usually go to black but today I want to show you how classy and elegant black bling can be.

Anthropologie, Cembroides Bib Necklace, $88

I love the mix of feminine beads with bling and hard metal. Such a great contrast.

Piperlime, Sabine Black Faceted Earring, $48

Picture these earrings with a leather jacket. Now picture them with a white sequin top. Pick your style, these earrings will compliment it.

Nordstrom, Kendra Scott Rayne Stone Tassel Pendant Necklace, $80

Oh Kendra, you just get it. Made in USA, great design, solid construction.

BaubleBar, Circle Gem Cuff Bracelet, $36

Wear it alone or wear it as part of an arm party. Dress it up, down, you name it.

I love these pieces because they are incredibly versatile. Dressy or casual, preppy or rocker, these jewels do it all.

Be fabulous today!

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All In: End of Summer

It's the first Monday of the month which means we're putting together an entire outfit for under $100. And today I thought I'd give myself a real challenge and do an entire outfit for under $75. Let's put together an easy, breezy, casual summer outfit.

Dress/Sandals/Earring/Clutch

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Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs, here are my favorite recipes this week.

Raspberry Peach Tea Smoothie
c/o Emily Bites

• Ingredients
• 1 medium ripe peach, pit removed – no need to peel

• ½ cup unsweetened Pure Leaf Iced Tea

• ½ cup fresh raspberries

• ½ cup vanilla nonfat yogurt

• ¼ cup ice cubes (about 3 cubes)

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and well combined. Recipe yields 2 cups.

Barbecue Roasted Potatoes

c/o Buns in My Oven

Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds baby red potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Wash the potatoes and then pat dry. Cut each potato in half and place in a large bowl. Toss the potatoes with the olive oil to coat.

In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, sugar, seasoned salt, and garlic powder. Sprinkle over the potatoes and stir to coat.

Place the potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 40 minutes or until browned and the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork.

Easy One Skillet Lasagna
c/o Country Cleaver

Ingredients

1 1/2 Tbsp Olive Oil

1 Onion, chopped

1 cup Mushrooms, chopped

2 cloves Garlic, minced

2 (14.5 oz) Cans Diced Italian Tomatoes, drained

1/4 cup Tomato Sauce

3 Leaves Basil, chopped

1/4 tsp Black Pepper

1 tsp Sea Salt

1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese

1/2 cup Part Skim Mozzarella, shredded

3 Tbsp shredded Parmesan

6 ounces Lasagna noodles, broken into thirds and cooked

3 Tbsp Parsley

Directions

Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add onions and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and mushrooms and cook until garlic is fragrant, about one minute. Add in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, salt and pepper. Cook mixture until it thickens up a bit, around five minutes.

Add noodles to skilelt and stir into the mixture well. Add scoops of ricotta cheese over the noodles, add in mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Stir in parsley. Cook about two more minutes, or until thickened.

Serve with additional basil on top.

Welcome to the Jungle

We started the week off with a versatile gold clutch post. Today we're going to look at another versatile summer shoe. The leopard flat sandal. Paint your toes, put the band aids away, and let's look at your new go to shoe.

Zappos, Sam Edelman Gigi, $64

We're starting with my favorite. I love this sandal. Give me a weekend outfit it does not work with. I dare you.

Sole Society, Lucky Brand Abbee, $68

A mary jane d'orsay leopard flat. How many trends are we working here? Too many to care because you're going to look awesome.

DSW, Steve Madden Lilie Flat Sandal, $69

How beachy and fantastic are these espadrille leopard flats? 

Nordstrom, B.P. Kastoria Flat Sandal, $69

This is how you mix in leopard. Wear this sandal with navy, black, brown, orange, I can go on...

So splurge on one last sandal purchase this summer. Leopard is going to be the best cost per wear option.

Be fabulous today!

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