All In: Thanksgiving Chic

Hey there lovebugs,
It's the first Monday of the month, which means it's All In day. Today we are dressing for Thanksgiving: 51% chic and 49% damn I'm comfy.

Leggings/Sweater/Earrings/Flats

Be fabulous today!

Shop this post

Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs!

Here are my favorite recipes this week.

Slender Rosemary Grapefruit Fizz
c/o The Slender Student

Ingredients

1 large Ruby Red grapefruit

1 sprig fresh rosemary (plus more for garnish)

1/2 cup grapefruit La Croix

2 shots vodka

2 splashes grapefruit bitters 

Directions

1. Halve your grapefruit and, if desired, cut off thin slivers to use later as garnish.

2. Squeeze the grapefruit juice into a bowl. I got about 2/3 cup from one large fruit.

3. Add the rosemary leaves from one sprig of rosemary to the grapefruit juice. Muddle with a muddler or the back of a spoon.

4. Evenly pour the fresh juice between two glasses.

5. Add in 1/4 cup La Croix and one shot of vodka to each glass.

6. Garnish with grapefruit slice, rosemary, and enjoy! Responsibly!

Tortellini Minestrone Soup

c/o Lemon Tree Dwelling

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium sweet onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced thin
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp. kosher salt, divided
• ⅛ tsp. black pepper
• ⅛ tsp. cracked red pepper flakes
• 6 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano, undrained
• ¼ c. finely grated Parmesan cheese (or more to taste)
• 1 pkg. (9 oz.) refrigerated 3-cheese tortellini pasta
• 1½ c. baby arugula

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion, carrots, garlic, ¼ tsp. salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Saute, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened, about 7 minutes.
4. Pour in the chicken broth, along with the diced tomatoes and the remaining ¼ tsp. salt.
5. Bring to a boil; add tortellini and reduce heat to a medium simmer.
6. Cook 8-9 minutes or until pasta is tender.
7. Stir in Parmesan and arugula and allow greens to wilt.
8. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with additional Parmesan, if desired

Applesauce Donut Muffins

c/o Buns in My Oven

Ingredients

1 cup softened butter, divided
1 1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup cinnamon applesauce
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together 1/2 cup of butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and applesauce until well combined.
Gradually stir in the flour, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
Fill the muffin wells 2/3 full. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Let cool for 10 minutes before carefully removing the muffins from the tin.
Melt the remaining 1/2 cup of butter. Place in a small bowl.
Stir together the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and teaspoon of cinnamon and place in a second small bowl.
Dunk each muffin in the butter and then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.

Too Close to Shawl

It's almost Friday, so let's get comfy. A beautiful shawl cardigan is equal parts feminine and cozy. I love it belted with jeans and booties for a daytime look and with leggings and slippers for a warm night in.

Nordstrom, Hinge Ribbed Cardigan, $89

What did I tell you? And check out these pretty bell sleeves.

Loft, Shawl Open Cardigan, $59

A classic winter white will pair beautifully with a striped tee or cords of any color.

Gap, Soft Shawl Cardigan, $69

Simple and casual.

Macy's, Shawl Collar Open Front Cardigan, $54

And a great black option for when you're feeling extra New York.

The shawl collar is a must have in your winter sweater rotation. It is so comfy and cozy. You won't regret it.

Be fabulous today!

Shop this post

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.

Be fabulous today!

Shop this post