Boots on a Budget

It is prime boot season and what better way to dress up down your wardrobe than with a great knee boot. They're sometimes tough to find under $100 but I've got you covered today with some beautiful suede knee boots that won't break your budget.

Sam Edelman, Silas Suede Knee Boot, $170 $85

I mean, hello. A stacked heel, rounded but pointed toe, just perfect.

Express, Over the Knee Heeled Boot, $88

A great low heel for a long day. It goes from work to drinks seamlessly.

Sole Society, Leandra, $149 $74

A beautiful rust shade that will go with just about anything in your closet.

Modcloth, Can't Say Ya Didn't Stride Boot, $69 $27

Talk about a deal! These chocolate beauties must be mine!

Don't spend a zillion bucks on a boot and then feel buyers remorse. There are a ton options under $100 and they are just as stunning!

Be fabulous today!

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White Out

Winter white is always beautiful to wear this time of year. I really love it in cashmere or a sleek wool pant, but what about accessories? Today we are looking at some beautiful white drop earrings that are dressy and feminine.

Saks off Fifth, Funky Shape Drop Earrings, $14

These have got some movement. I love the multiple teardrops in different tiers and sizes.

Last Call Neiman Marcus, Lydell NYC Marquise Crystal Studs, $16

These are a little showgirly and I love them. Can't beat the price!

Nordstrom, Jenny Packham Wanderlust Drop Earrings, $88

How about these beauties? A bit of an antique feel to them.

BaubleBar, Fatima Drops, $38

Gotta round it out with BaubleBar. They know statement earrings.

Winter white doesn't have to be for your wardrobe. Play with accessories that frost you!

Be fabulous today!

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Be Kind and Be Smart

It's been a tumultuous first week for our country. I thought we should take today to express how many of us feel and showcase some pretty epic political wear.

Etsy, Nasty Woman Necklace, $24

Simple statement piece and it supports small business.

Amazon, Mt Nasty Shirt, $16

I mean, come on. Get in formation, ladies.

Etsy, Feminist AF Sweatshirt, $24

A little more in your face but those who need to know, will know.

Topshop, Girl Power Choker Necklace, $15

How about a choker necklace that says how every Spice Girl feels?

Bottom line, no matter how angry you might be right now, try to remember to be kind. Being kind is the only way we are going to get through this.

Be fabulous today!

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Friday Foodday

Happy Friday! Here are my favorite recipes this week.

Grapefruit Mimosas
c/o The Kitchn

Ingredients
3 cups unsweetened grapefruit juice, chilled
One (750-milliliter) bottle dry sparkling wine, chilled
8 to 10 kumquats

Directions

Fill a champagne coupe or flute about 1/2 full with grapefruit juice, then top off with dry sparkling wine and stir lightly.

Make a slit lengthwise in a kumquat and slide it on the edge of the glass. Serve (and sip) immediately.

Chicken Shitake and Wild Rice Soup

c/o Skinny Taste

Ingredients

1 tbsp butter

1 small onion

1 tbsp flour

6 cups less-sodium chicken broth (Swanson)

3 cups water

2/3 cup chopped carrots

3 garlic cloves

2 celery stalks

14 oz boneless, skinless chicken thighs

4.5 oz long grain rice & wild rice combo (I used Carolina)

1/2 cup brown rice

4 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced

2 tbsp light sour cream

salt and fresh pepper, to taste

Directions

Melt butter in a large pot on medium heat, add onion and saute until soft but not browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Add flour and saute another minute.

Add chicken broth, water, carrots, garlic, celery, brown rice and chicken thighs, cover and simmer 20 minutes.

Add wild rice mix along with it's seasoning packet, long grain rice and mushrooms and simmer on low, covered 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove chicken from pot and shred with two forks, return to pot, add sour cream and more water if too thick, adjust salt and pepper to taste if needed and serve.

Slow Cooker Pecan Pie

c/o Closet Cooking

Ingredients

• 1 pie crust
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2/3 cup maple syrup (or honey or golden syrup)
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Place the pie crust in the bottom of a foil lined slow cooker, fill with the mixture of the remaining ingredients and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours. The crust will be nice and golden brown!