Sumptuous Suede

I absolutely love the suede skirt trend this year. It is so luxurious and touchable and lovely. A suede skirt is sleek and chic and most importantly, versatile.

Loft, Zip Faux Suede Skirt, $69

Such a modern fit. I love the front pockets and front pleat. And what did I tell you? Versatile.

Mango, Midi Suede Skirt, $99

Those buttons. Come on. Pair it with a crisp white or even a mustard silky blouse.

Bloomingdale's, AQUA Faux Suede Mini Skirt, $68

Scalloped suede? What more can a girl ask for?

Dillard's, 1. State Button A Line Faux Suede Skirt, $59

This skirt has some retro notes that have me head over heels.

Touchable suede is professional, sexy, and versatile. You can dress it up or down for night or day. Just have fun with it. Play with tights, booties, heels, or flats, anything will look great with this piece.

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Fringe Benefits

Yesterday we talked tassels, today I thought we would keep the style going with fringe. Not always my favorite trend, but I like an understated fringe that isn't so boho festival chic. That's why I like fringe that is on a cropped jacket or cardigan.

Asos, Festival Crop Blazer with Fringe Detail, $31

A great shape with an eye-catching print.

Loft, Stitchy Fringe Open Cardigan, $89

The black label contrast really makes this cardigan stand out. I also love the bracelet bell sleeves.

Revolve, Tularosa Santa Fe Fringe Jacket, $81

Going a little western but with a structured silhouette.

Madewell, Memento Fringe Cardigan Sweater, $98

The best option for layering. And the cotton is marled so it's crazy soft.

While fringe isn't always my style, a structured and tasteful amount can be something different for my everyday look.

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Be A Tassel Tale

Let's talk booties. Not J Lo booties, but rather shoe booties. The kind of bootie that is going to work all day long (well I suppose that could be either type as well). Anyway, it's time to tassel it up. An extra detail that adds a kick to your shoe game.

American Eagle, Tassel Heeled Bootie, $44

Hello soft and comfy beauty. You are coming home with me.

Modcloth, Sleek Dreams Bootie, $59

The best color bootie because it goes with black, brown, and denim.

Sole Society, Black Tassel Bootie Rumi, $99

Are these expensive? Yes. But think of the compliments. A simple rounded toe is perfectly balanced with a wrapped tassel.

Nordstrom Rack, Charles Jourdan Ferris Fringe Bootie, $99

Originally $175, these pointy toe lovelies are made for a good night out.

A bootie is a great cold weather investment because you will wear them everywhere. Whether they are flat, heeled, tasseled, or tie, grab some that work for your style and you will shine.

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Friday Foodday

Happy Friday! Here are my favorite recipes this week.

Black Velvet
c/o Real Simple

Ingredients
3 ounces of a stout beer
3 ounces of dry sparkling wine

Directions

1. Pour stout into a large champagne flute. Slowly top with sparkling wine and stir gently.

Cheesy Buffalo Mushroom Poppers

c/o Closet Cooking

Ingredients

• 1 pound button or cremini mushrooms, stems removed and reserved
• 3 tablespoons cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon jalapeno, finely diced
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs or breadcrumbs (gluten-free for gluten-free)
• 1/2 cup flour (rice flour for gluten-free)
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• buffalo hot sauce to taste
• ranch or blue cheese dressing to taste

Directions

1. Chop the mushroom stems, mix with the cheeses and jalapeno and stuff the mixture into the mushroom caps rounding the filling off so that it and the mushroom form a complete and smooth ball (about 1 teaspoon per mushroom).
2. Dredge the mushrooms in flour, coat in egg followed by the breadcrumbs.
3. Heat enough oil to cover the mushrooms in a large pan over medium-high heat and cook the them until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side, before setting aside on paper towels to drain.
4. Enjoy with buffalo hot sauce and ranch dressing!

Banana Bread Donuts

c/o Buns in My Oven

Ingredients

• 2 bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray donut pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, beat together the bananas, sugar, egg, vanilla, and melted butter until well combined.
3. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into the donut pan and bake for 13 minutes.
6. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan.
7. While the donuts are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk.
8. Drizzle glaze over cooled donuts.
9. Serve immediately.