Reader Request: Handling Love

Hey there lovebugs,
I hope you had a wonderful weekend. Today we have a reader request who would like to cover some extra love in her handle area. Now, I must confess, I know this reader and she is crazy for covering any part of her body, but I can relate with wanting to feel comfortable in a...wait for it...a bathing suit.

She was looking into retro briefs, which is a great option, here are some others to try out.

Asos, Pastel Graphic Print Bikini Pant, $27

I LOVE this print, it adds some modern to a retro brief.

Modcloth, Esther Williams Bathing Beauty, $89

A skirt is a great option and this ruching plus the stunning emerald green is just a great look.

Asos, One Shoulder Pouch Over Belted Suit, $47

A belt is an easy way to define waist, add this sexy one shoulder, all under $50!

Figleaves, Curvy Kate Moonlight Foldover Brief, $27

If you want to go the bikini route, try a great banded waist, and hello fabulous bow on the back!

Figleaves, Tuscany Spot Shaping Swimsuit, $53

And if you would like to go the 'shaper' route, try something that features another asset: get it girl.

As painful as trying on a bathing suit is, remember that you're beautiful. Absolutely stunning. If you need a motivation boost, remember this post? We have all been there. You get it girl.

Be fabulous today!

Friday Foodday

Happy Friday! I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Here are my favorite recipes this week.

Asian Chicken Pizza
c/o Stephanie Cooks

Ingredients
Pizza dough
5 ounces of chicken, chopped into small pieces
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes (less or more depending on how hot you want it)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 1/2 tbsp. honey
3/4 cup rice wine vinegar OR apple cider vinegar
1 cup mozzarella cheese
Olive oil
Sesame seeds (optional)
2 tbsp. sliced green onion
Directions
1- Preheat the oven to 450.
2- Combine the red pepper flakes, garlic, soy sauce, honey, and vinegar. Stir well, set aside.
3- In a small skillet cook the chicken. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4- Pour the sauce mixture into the pan. Heat over medium heat until it thickens and becomes syrup like, about 10 minutes. Add the chicken, toss well.
5- Form the dough. Top with a drizzle of olive oil, rubbing to coat the dough.
6- Top with the chicken/glaze mixture. Make sure it's evenly coating the dough.
7- Top with the cheese and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using.
8- Bake 10-12 minutes. Top with green onion. Serve hot.

Iced Green Tea Mojito
c/o Skinny Taste

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 4 large spearmint leaves, plus more for garnish
• 4 baby arugula leaves
• 2 tsp sugar (I used raw, use your favorite sweetener)
• 1/2 cup brewed green tea, chilled
• 1 oz white rum

Directions

Muddle the lime juice, mint, arugula, and sugar together in a tall Collins glass until the leaves bruise lightly and the flavors release. Add ice until glass is about 3/4 full and then pour in rum and green tea. Stir well and garnish with mint and lime.

Cornballs

c/o Emily Bites

Ingredients

2 ½ cups frozen or fresh corn, defrosted

14.75 oz can of creamed corn

3 egg whites

¾ cup shredded 2% cheddar cheese

½ teaspoon paprika

2 scallions, chopped

¼ cup chopped onion

1 ½ teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 ½ cups white whole wheat flour

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400. Lightly mist your mini muffin tins with cooking spray.

2. In a large bowl, combine everything except the baking powder and flour and stir. When mixed, add the flour and backing powder and continue to stir together until combined.

3. Using a tablespoon, scoop heaping tablespoons of the mixture into each space in the mini muffin tin. The re recipe makes 40 cornballs so you may need to bake more than on batch.

4. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.

Short Stack

Hey lovebugs,
It seems to me that everyone is about the arm party lately. Arm parties are great, you can stack and layer colors and metals all day long, but today, we're going to look at something different. The stackable ring. You can mix and match or buy a set. Let's look at some great sets.

Charlotte Russe, Stacked Fireball Ring Set, $6

This does not look like $6. Great mix of blush and gold.

Forever 21, Twisted Heart Ring Set, $3

Oh so simple and yet sweet as can be.

BaubleBar, Tangelo Twist Ring Trio, $28

A pop of orange is perfect for a summer dress or chambray!

Modcloth, Triple Scoop Rings, $12

Great name for these rings because they remind me of ice cream! Great details.

There you have it, some very affordable options for a ring party.

Be fabulous today!

Milly for Banana Republic

Hey lovebugs,
Today we're taking a look at another amazing collaboration. Milly for Banana Republic. This collection is full of bright colors and interesting prints. Just perfect for summer.

Banana Republic, Elephant Print Short, $55

Elephant print shorts! Amazing. This is better than any critter short out there.

Banana Republic, City Chino, $74

A simple ankle length cotton pant that will last you for years to come.

Banana Republic, Two Tone Stretch Bracelet, $35

I love this color combination. Looks expensive and classy.

Banana Republic, Medallion Print Roll Sleeve, $89

A light, banded collar top with a great tab sleeve detail.

The Milly Collection for Banana is a little preppy, a little beachy, and a lot fun. In stores and online!

Be fabulous today!