Thoughts for Friday

Happy Friday!  I feel like this week has flown by!  

I have to brag a little about Frances Moon and her first modeling gig with Pink Chicken.  I am such a huge fan of pink Chicken so when they asked Frances to be their model I was thrilled!  The new Spring line came out this week and her pictures are online!

I can't even handle the cuteness.  I want one of each of all the new Spring outfits!

Last night I took Sterling on a Mommy son date.  We went to dinner at Mex One and then to see Toruk, the new Cirq de Soliel show.  

They are in town through Sunday and I highly recommend it! You can still buy tickets Here for this weekend.

I am wearing:

Joie Blouse | Hyla Dewitt Necklace | McGuire jeans | Newbury Booties

The show was really cool.  A little weird but aren't all Cirq De Soleil shows a little far out??  The scenery and costumes were amazing!! Sterling said it was one of the coolest things he had seen.  He was mesmerized. 

The kids met up at intermission for funnel cakes and dipping dots ice cream.  They were in hog heaven.

A few recent favorites.

Blouse (40% off) | Mcguire Jeans | Le Specs Sunglasses | Target Shoes | Annabel Ingall Tote

I can't stop laughing about this picture of Frances Moon and her friend Anna Louis.   They clearly were not happy with the wheat flour I used in the cookies. 

I have been on a roll organizing around these house.  I ordered these drawer organizers and they are awesome for your underwear and socks.  I love opening my drawers now without crap spilling out everywhere.

My friend Marquin just came out with a new series of paintings that are stunning.  She did a painting for us that is hanging in our kitchen over my desk and I love it.  I am such a huge fan of her work! You can check out her site HERE and other paintings.

I am thinking about making these banana PB snacks for the kids this weekend.  How good do they look??

This Joie Dress that I got for Christmas is now on sale.  The perfect little white dress! 

Have a fabulous weekend! 

Food is clearly my first favorite F word:)

Obsessions

A few things I am loving lately.

Joie Lace Blouse

My mom just bought this blouse and I can't wait to borrow it.  It is even more beautiful in person, such a gorgeous blouse.

ON Embroidered Dress

I can't believe this is from Old Navy!  They are stepping up their game.  Super cute and won't break the bank at $35.

Dolce Vita Wedges

Major love for these wedges. I have decided this is the year I am going to find a pair of wedges I love.

Cleobella Clutch

I love a fun bright colored clutch in the summer.  

Ella Moss Caprice Tunic

I love the boho pattern on this tunic dress.

Vince Camuto Off Shoulder Blouse

This comes in 3 different colors and is under $100.

Steven Beach Tote

Such a cute beach tote. I love the bright colors and embroidery.

Sam Edelman Aisha Pumps

I love the fun fringe detail on these.  The black is so classic but I also love the idea of the orange as a fun pop of color.

Equipment Leopard Dress 

Of course I had to order this Equipment Dress.  I love the style and leopard print.  I am hoping to wear it to the Food and Wine Festival next weekend if the weather is not too cold!

HM Embroidered Blouse

H&M is hit or miss for me but recently I have found a few cute things there.  Love this blouse and you can't beat their prices.

Rebecca Minkoff Fringe Purse

I have been seeing this purse everywhere.  I found Amazon has some of the best prices many of the color options are 50% off.

Loft Fringe Cardigan

Right now Loft is offering buy one shirt or sweater and get the second one half off.  I love this fringe sweater.  Also comes in gray.

Banana Republic Watercolor Blouse

The colors are stunning on this blouse! 

BR Fringe Shoes

So cute and under $100.

Baublebar Earrings

I love the deep turquoise color and tassels.  They are only $38!  Such a fun statement earring.

Free People Free Falling Tee

These free people tees some of my favorite tee shirts.  I love this new charcoal color they just came out with.  The tees are so soft too!

Size down they run on the large side!

Yves Saint Laurent Lipstick

If you are looking for a pop of color I love my Yves Saint Laurent Lipstick.  It goes on smoothly and the color lasts.  I like that it has a touch of shine to it as well.

Loeffler Randall Leopard Shoes

These are on my wish list, I love them!  and they are almost 60% off right now!

Veggie Lasagna Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

My friend Erin has been raving about this recipe from Skinny Taste for weeks now.   I finally got my act together and made it (and in my toaster oven no less) this week.  If you are not familiar with Skinny Taste she has some really awesome healthy recipes and a killer cookbook.  I have cooked several of her recipes before and they are always delicious.  These were fairly simple to make and can easily be made ahead of time.  I made the filling and stuffed all the mushrooms during the day then at dinnertime all I had to do was pop them in the oven or toaster oven which I am still rocking.  Good news our gas line was run yesterday and after the city approves it we can install our new oven later this week.  The toaster oven has served me well but I am so ready to have an oven again!   

Back to the stuffed mushrooms, they are full of so much flavor and they really do taste like lasagna! 

The kids thought they tasted like pizza which is always a good thing.  Frances loved them, Sterling was so sure about the mushroom part.  I would imagine if you wanted to add meat ground beef would be delicious since they are a take on lasagna.  I served ours with Ina Garten's Parmesan broccoli and it was a really filling meat free meal.

Enjoy!

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adapted via Skinny Taste

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 2 loose cups baby spinach, chopped
• 3 cloves chopped garlic
• 1/3 cup chopped onion ( I used 1/2 large white onion)
• 1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper ( I used a whole red bell pepper)
• kosher salt
• 3/4 cup part skim ricotta
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 4 large basil leaves, chopped
• 4 large portobella mushroom caps
• 1 cup marinara sauce ( I used Raos our favorite)
• 1 cup part skim shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (I added this in because I like a touch of heat)

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 400F. Spray a baking sheet with oil. Gently remove the stems, scoop out the gills and spray the tops of the mushrooms with oil, season with 1/8 tsp salt and fresh pepper.

Heat a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat, add oil, onion, garlic and red pepper and season with 1/8 tsp salt. Cook until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the baby spinach and red pepper flakes and saute until wilted, about 1 minute.

In a medium bowl add the ricotta, parmesan cheese and egg, mix well. Add the cooked vegetables and basil and mix. Stuff the mushrooms with ricotta mixture and top each with 2 tbsp marinara, 2 tbsp mozzarella.

Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Garnish with basil and enjoy!

Versatile Outfit Ideas For Now and Later | His and Hers

As much as I like to dream about warmer days and resort wear it is nice to have some pieces you can wear now and later.   I wanted to share a few ideas for the men and us ladies too!

Matt Outfit Details 

Peter Millar Sweater | Peter Millar Buttton-up | Levis  (aka Dad Jeans)| Sperry Boat shoe

Natalie Outfit Details

Equipment Dress | Kendra Scott Necklace | Nude Pumps  similar| Sunglasses | Kate Spade Studs

 

The weather in Charleston has been so crazy lately cold and rainy one day and then warm a few days later. Both of our outfits are great because because you can wear pieces alone or layered up for cooler temps. 

I don't feature Matt on here often but sometimes it is nice to get ideas for the men.  As I have mentioned before Matt is not very into fashion and being trendy but he does like classic clothes and ones that can work both for work and the weekend.  

a close up look at the plaid, I love the color combination.

Matt's Peter Millar shirt is great for work under a suit or paired with jeans for a more causal look. Nordstrom carries a great selection of the Peter Millar Dress shirts.

Matt prefers the regular fit shirt style with the button down collar.   These make great gifts for men too.

It is also available in 3 solid colors and a twill check.

and I love this pattern too.

The sweater is made out of a linen/wool blend and super light weight.  It is awesome for layering over a button up or alone.  It makes for nice light weight outerwear for this time of the year.  I love the classic navy stripes. 

I own this Equipment Dress in two other patterns.  It is the perfect versatile dress.  It looks cute with flats and heels.  The sleeve length is perfect for year round.  I love this navy pattern so much, I actually bought this blouse in the white version as well.  

Sizing wise Equipment dresses are pretty TTS.  I am wearing a small.

The Kendra Scott Necklace is another favorite I wear year round, it looks good with everything!

We had to have a little fun with our photo shoot:)

You can shop our looks below:

Thanks to Nordstrom for partnering on this post!