Sharp Turn Ahead

It's hump day it's time to have some fun. Color outside the lines, take the long way home, turn up the volume. Did I miss any? Ok good. Going along with this quirky and unexpected theme, let's play with zigzags. These fun and unexpected shapes are great in jewelry because it can be dressed up or down.

Nordstrom, Argento Vivo Zigzag Band Ring, $38

How cool is this ring? Simple, delicate, but anything but vanilla.

Amazon, Rebecca Minkoff Geometric Button Earrings, $38

A little rocker but a little bling. The perfect balance.

Nordstrom Rack, Nadri Zigzag Pendant Necklace, $55 $13

Oh hi there perfection. A little color makes the perfect statement.

Saks Off Fifth, Pave Zig Zag Ear Crawler Set, $19

May have saved my favorite for last. I'm still not over ear crawlers. These are great.

So zig a little, zag a little, who stays in the lines these days anyway? Well if you're driving, stay in your lane, please. We're not crazy here, we're talking about jewelry.

Be fabulous today!

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Flamingo Sing

I may have a new favorite print for summer. This may surpass polka dots. I know. Flamingos. What says hot weather, colorful, and fun more than this bird? I love how they are popping up everywhere in fashion right now and I thought we'd look at some of my favorites.

Macy's, Charter Club Flamingo Shirtdress, $99 $69

Flamingos for work? Oh heck yes. Profesh and fun.

Modcloth, The Fast Resort Slip-on Sneaker, $48

So yeah, these are in my cart right now. Might need these.

Anthropologie, Infinity Scarf, $58

Play with a printed accessory like this quirky flamingo scarf. I love this with a denim jacket.

Loft, Flamingo Riviera Shorts, $49

Who says flamingos have to be pink? Love these cobalt shorts with a crop top!

Have some fun with these playful and colorful birds and mix this great print into your summer rotation!

Be fabulous today!

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Wear the Rainbow

Happy Monday lovebugs, I hope you had a great weekend. While it's Monday, let's not be blue, in fact let's not even be blue jean, let's pump up the color and play with colorful denim. Cheery, eye catching, and fun denim.

Nordstrom, NYDJ Rachel Colored Stretch Roll Cuff Ankle, $110 $65

A little stretch goes a long way on a busy weekend. I'd wear these running around town, on vacation, and everywhere in between.

Macy's, Michel Kors Izzy Ankle Jeans, $88

This is a great jean because you can pair so many other colors and patterns with it. Try this with a gingham shirt for extra punch.

Saks Off Fifth, Joe's Mid Rise Ankle Jeans, $168 $79

I love this orange because it's not pastel. It's carrot orange. Healthy food never looked so good.

Dorothy Perkins, Lemon Frankie Capri Ultra Soft Denim, $35

These jeans say summer to me. I'd dress it up with a white eyelet top.

Before it's full blown sundress weather, try some colorful denim that is anything but expected with jeans.

Be fabulous today!

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Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs,
Here are my favorite recipes this week!

Perfect Rob Roy
c/o Fogged in Lounge

Ingredients

• 2 oz blended scotch (Johnnie Walker Black Label)
• 1/2 oz sweet vermouth
• 1/2 oz dry vermouth
• Peychaud’s or orange bitters, to taste

Directions

Stir with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Lemon or orange twist.

Creamed Spinach Hush Puppies
c/o Tasting Table

Ingredients

⅓ cup, plus 1 tablespoon, all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
5 cups (5 ounces) spinach
¾ cup room-temperature cream cheese
½ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 egg
Canola oil, for frying

Directions

1. Prepare the hush puppies: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, nutmeg and salt.

2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice bath. Blanch the spinach for 30 seconds, then transfer to the ice water. Using a towel, wring out the excess moisture from the spinach, then finely chop. Transfer to a large bowl with the cream cheese, Parmesan, lemon zest and egg, then mix until incorporated.

3. Fold the dry ingredients into the spinach mixture until a smooth batter comes together. Let the batter sit for 10 minutes before frying. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 inches of canola oil to 325º. Line a plate with paper towels and set aside

4. When the oil is up to temperature, drop 2 tablespoon-sized scoops of batter into the oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to the prepared plate to drain. Transfer to a platter and serve with the roast beef aioli on the side.

Snickerdoodle Banana Bread

c/o Shugary Sweets

Ingredients

FOR THE BREAD:

• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/3 cup milk
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 4 large bananas, mashed
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 Tbsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

FOR THE TOPPING:

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 9-inch loaf pans. In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle generously over greased loaf pans (saving the remaining mixture for the tops of the bread). Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter with milk and sugar until blended. Add eggs and banana and combine completely. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix just until blended.
3. Pour evenly into loaf pans. Sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture. Bake for one hour.
4. Remove from oven and cool in pans 10 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely. Store in airtight container for several days, or freeze bread for later use.