Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs. Here are my favorite recipes this week. 

The Pan Am
c/o The Five O'Clock Cocktail Blog

Ingredients

1 ounce Sauza Tequila Anejo Conmemorativo

1 ounce Buffalo Trace bourbon

1/4 ounce simple syrup

3 dashes of Angostura bitters

Directions

Combine all ingredients into an ice-filled highball glass, stir briskly for a few seconds and serve.

Crispy Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus Fries

c/o Closet Cooking

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
• 4 ounces prosciutto

Directions

1. Wrap the asparagus with the prosciutto and either bake in a preheated 450F/230C oven, grill or fry in a pan over medium-high heat until the asparagus is tender and the prosciutto is crispy on all sides, about 6-10 minutes, flipping half way through.

No Bake Strawberry Eclair Cake

c/o Shugary Sweets

Ingredients

• 1 box Low Fat Honey Graham Crackers (14.4oz)
• 2 pkg (1oz each) Sugar Free Cheesecake JELL-O Pudding mix
• 2 1/2 cup skim milk
• 12 oz Fat Free Cool Whip, thawed
• 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
For the Frosting:
• 2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, melted
• 2 tsp light corn syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 Tbsp milk

Directions

1. Mix pudding mix with milk using a whisk. Beat for about 2 minutes, by hand. Fold in Cool Whip, set aside. Layer a 13x9 baking dish with one layer of graham crackers. Top with half of the pudding mix. Lay half of the sliced strawberries on top of the pudding. Repeat the layers with grahams, remaining pudding and remaining strawberries. Top with one more layer of Grahams. 
2. For the frosting, mix melted baking chocolate with corn syrup. Add vanilla, butter, powdered sugar and milk and whisk thoroughly until smooth. Spread over top layer of graham crackers. Cover and refrigerate cake for 2 hours or overnight. ENJOY!

Bees Knees

A few weeks ago we had some fun with summer inspired prints. Today I thought we would play around with something a bit more dangerous- the bumble bee. What a fun way to accessorize this summer.

Ann Taylor, Bumble Bee Honeycomb Necklace, $69

I'm starting with my favorite. This classic gold necklace is spiced up with three tiny additions.

Max and Chloe, Blu Bijoux Gold Green White Crystal Bumblebee Bracelet, $14

How about this fun bracelet with a sundress? Also comes in a yellow/coral. 

Macy's, M Haskell Gold Tone Crystal and Bead Frontal Necklace, $42

Look closely at this statement necklace. There are no actual bees on it but the way the beading and gold come together, you get one heck of an illusion.

Shopbop, Tai Bee Earrings, $60

And let's end with a playful stud. So cute and casual for summer.

Don't worry, you don't need your epi pen for this trend. Just enjoy the accessory and style it preppy, classic, or something with sting like a bit rocker.

Be fabulous today!

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Feet Are So Bright

Let's brighten up this hump day with some neon. It's summer and whether it's storming or sunny, the weather is hot and we deserve to have some fun with color. Neon is great for summer because it has a Miami vibe that you can play with in any style.

Asos, Aldo Ybuvia Neon Yellow Heeled Pumps, $84

Boom. You walk into work, the club, or drinks with the girls and you have won.

JCrew, Cyprus Sandals, $39

JCrew under $40? Gotta jump on these great summer sandals.

Shopbop, Soludos Dali Neon Espadrilles, $36

Need a great kick around summer shoe? Get your hands on this espadrille.

Ella Moss, Lanie Flat, $84

So ridiculously modern and chic. I love this color block flat.

Have some fun with neon this season. It's a fun way to spice up your summer whites or simple tank tops.

Be fabulous today!

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Circus Freak

Do you know what I love about trapeze dresses? Everything. They are my favorite weekend style because they are so freaking comfortable. No sucking it in, no adding a belt, none of that fuss. The trapeze style dress is relaxed, its casual, and I just love it.

Urban Outfitters, J.O.A. Striped Dress, $99

Hi summer perfection. Just yes.

Target, Xhilaration Lace Trapeze Dress, $24

A great color combo of orange and pink. The lace detail is just festival-y enough for me.

Madewell, Silk Trapeze Dress in Ornamental Clover, $99

Don't you wish you could look as cool as this model? Shades on, flats, hands in pockets, just effortless.

Lord and Taylor, Sam Edelman Pleated Trapeze Dress, $76

Almost a babydoll style with this pop of color. Fun fact? It's machine washable.

So how about the trapeze dress? It's breezy and chic and perfect for summertime.

Be fabulous today!

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