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Thursday, September 10, 2015

Falling For Fall | Obsessions

Happy Thursday! I wanted to share a few Fall favorites I am loving lately!

Fisrt off I wanted to mention two of my favorite dresses that were just reduced.

My Madewell Embroidered Dress just went on sale and there are still a few sizes left. I love this dress so much. It does run on the large side so size down, I am wearing a 2. I think you can wear it into Fall with a cardigan and black tights too.

|| Madewell Embroidered Dress

This Mara Hoffman Dress was a winner this Summer. The colors are stunning in person. Sizing wise I am in a medium because I wanted a looser fit! Now on sale!

|| Mara Hoffman Dress

Soft Joie Dress

This Chambray dress will be on constant rotation this Fall. I have been living it in. It is light weight and loose fitting which I just love. It does run on the large side so size down, I am in XS.

Free People Sweater

It is still hot as crap here but this sweater is getting ordered. I just love the neckline and sleeves!

Frame Jeans

Seems like bell bottoms are back on trend for Fall. I can't wait to try some out. I love this higher waisted version.

MLM Off Shoulder Blouse

Perfect off shoulder blouse for Fall.

|| Fauna Tunic

I am loving this tunic from Anthro. The pattern is so cute!

|| Loft Color block Poncho Sweater

I love the loose fit of this sweater and color block design.

Best part Loft just announced 40% off the entire site, use code FALLSTYLE.

also comes in a pretty Blush color.

|| Splendid Booties

So cute and a great price! They come in 4 different color options.

|| Anthropologie Sao Paulo Tunic Dress

I love this dress for Fall and think it would be so cute with over the knee boots or booties.

|| Jeffery Campbell Hansa Wedges

These wedges come in gray or black. I just love the cut-out detail, so unique and cool.

Jeffery Campbell also just came out with these cut out booties that are awesome.

|| Free People High Lo Swing Top

I wanted this top last season but it sold out quickly in my size. I am so excited it is back out in new colors!

|| One Clothing Tee Shirt Dress

I love a good tee shirt dress. This gray color is so pretty and the price, under $45!

|| Tory Burch Hobo Purse

This purse was just reduced to 50% off! Get it while you can. I love the classic black for year round.

|| Rebecca Minkoff Bucket Tote

This tote is also reduced 50% off. I love all 3 colors it comes in. I am a huge fan of the bucket tote.

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Get Organized!

Alright Friends if you like to be crazy organized like me then you need this planner in your life. It is so good. I had heard rave reviews about it and this is my first year getting one. Apparently last year they sold out very quickly. The Emily Ley Simplified Planner is where it's at.

I went for the Pineapple print

I love how the inside is organized by month and daily. The daily page is broken down by hours too which I love for appointments.

If you don't love pineapples the planner also comes in rainbow stripes and mint/gold dots.

Get one and get organized for 2016!

Also speaking of organization and decluttering, I just started this book and I am loving it so far.

Great inspirational tips for getting organized and getting rid of crap you don't need.

I really recommend it.

2 Cheese Loaded Veggie Nachos

Nachos are quite possibly one of my favorite foods. This week for our Mexican night we decided to switch things up and instead of tacos we did nachos. These nachos may be meat free but they are full of so much flavor. I really recommend slow cooking your beans. They just taste so much better than the canned kind but if you don't want to or don't have time by all means use the canned ones.

The sauteed zucchini and corn really add some fun dimension to the nachos. It is a great way to use up all those delicious end of Summer veggies. You can use any two cheeses but I love the Mexican blend and the Quesadilla melting cheese. Top with sour cream and salsa and you have a tasty meat free meal.

|| 2 C H E E S E L O A D E D V E G G I E N A C H O S ||

- 1-2 cups slow cooked pinto beans (see below)

- 2 zucchinis, diced

- 2 ears of corn shucked

- 1 clove garlic minced

- 1 tomato

- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

- 2 jalapenos

- pickled jalapenos

- 1 avocado diced

- shredded quesadilla cheese (with the Mexican cheeses)

- shredded Mexican blend cheese

- sour cream

- tortilla chips

For the beans I usually buy a bag of the dried organic beans. Fill a pot about 1/2 to 3/4 full of water and add half the bag of dried beans. Bring to a boil. Once they come to a boil reduce heat to low and cover. Stir occasionally. Let the beans simmer for several hours. About 2 hours in I add some salt and about 3-4 tablespoons of butter. Simmer another hour or two and taste for seasoning.

Meanwhile in a pan heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add in the 2 chopped zucchinis, and 1 clove garlic minced. Cook about 5 minutes then add in the corn and one sliced jalapeno pepper. Cook stirring frequently til the veggies soften. Add a little salt and pepper.

Layer tortilla chips on a baking sheet. Make sure you spray the pan first or grease it with oil so the chips don't stick. Try to spread the chips in a flat layer. Cover with both types of cheeses. Bake in oven at 350 degrees about 10 minutes til cheese melts and chips are crispy.

Pull out of oven and sprinkle with pinto beans, zucchini-corn mixture, sliced red onion and jalapenos (we used both picked and fresh we like heat). Place back in the oven for another 5-10 minutes.

Remove from oven and add extra toppings: tomato, avocado, sour cream, and salsa.

Dig in!

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Nordstrom Rack Finds

I hope everyone had a great Labor Day Weekend. We had quite a bit of rain in Charleston but it was nice because we tackled some home projects and relaxed with the kids.

Last week Nordstrom Rack opened in Charleston and I can't tell you how excited I am about it. I love a good department store, that is one of my favorite parts of visiting Charlotte is browsing the big department stores. Charleston has no real department stores, so I know Nordstrom Rack will be booming.

I attended the opening last week with a few girlfriends and we had a blast shopping.

This dress was my favorite find.

I had admired it months ago full price on the Rebecca Taylor website and was lucky enough to find it at Rack. Sizing wise I would say it runs TTS if not on the larger side. I often find Rebecca Taylor runs a bit on the large side. I am wearing a 4.

Rebecca Taylor Dress | Gray Booties (similar)

I love the pretty pastel colors and the drawstring waist. It makes for a comfortable fit.

The shoe selection at Nordstrom Rack was on point. So many great boots and booties for Fall.

My booties are sold out online but there are some great bootie options.

My mom picked up this pair while she was visiting this weekend and they are even better in person!

Cole Haan Bootie

I also love these Cole Haans. They come in 2 other colors.

A few other bootie options on major sale.

Nordstrom Rack, had all my favorite brands like Joie, Equipment, Rebecca Taylor, Alice and Olivia and Vince for a fraction of the price. Just a few of the amazing deals online. I found the store and the website had a different selection. Most are 40% off and up to 75% off!

Equipment Blouse | Equipment Plaid Dress

Joie Crewneck Tunic | Rebecca Taylor Sweater

Vince Tunic Dress | Vince Cashmere Pullover

Vince Leather Jacket | JBrand Leather Jacket (78% off!!)

Alice and Olivia Blouse | Milly Cross body

Rebecca Minkoff Ring | Ella Moss Dress (75% off!)

Welcome to Charleston Nordstrom Rack! We are so happy to have you!

Thanks to Nordstrom Rack for sponsoring this post!

Friday, September 4, 2015

Recent Outfits + Labor Day Sales

Happy Labor Weekend! I am looking forward to a relaxing weekend filled with some time on the water and good food! After traveling the past two weekends I am excited to be home this weekend with no real plans.

I wanted to share some recent outfits and a few of them are on sale now!

First of all this French Connection Dress was just reduced and is now 40% off!! I love this baby and great news you can wear her well into Fall. I am wearing size small.
Free People Dress (on sale)

This romper was just reduced to 60% off! I am in size 4
Kate Spade Romper

This dress is the perfect shade of blue and I love the tiny arrow print. It is under $70. I am wearing size small. The nice thing is that is comes fully lined with a removable slip as well.
BB DAKOTA Arrow Dress

I wore this dress to the Nordstrom Rack Opening this week.
I picked it up in NYC on sale, although looks like it is still full price online.
Cynthia Vincent Dress

Speaking of Norstrom Rack I bought these shoes there and have worn them the past three days I love them so much. They are under $40 ! They also come in black but I loved the snakeskin.
Steve Madden Sandals

I finally tracked down a pair of these Target leggings and they are even better in person. Seriously comparable to Lulu and Zella. Love the print. They are on sale for the weekend and only $13 now! I do recommend sizing up since they are Juniors. I am wearing a medium.
I have also been loving my Nikes for running, they are so light weight.
Mossimo Leggings | Nike Shoes

This dress is so incredibly comfortable. I love the boho feel and pretty pink color. It would be perfect if you are pregnant. It is super loose so size down!
Free People Dress

Now lets talk about Labor Day Sales. Some great end of Summer Sales are going on right now.

The Nordstrom Clearance Sale has some amazing deals. I mentioned my women's favorites two days ago but here are some more. Just scroll thru to see them all.

KIDS
We love these Native shoes and they are 40% off. Also on sale are the Freshly Picked Mocs and they never get reduced!

HOME

The home section also has some great finds. I love the first potter.

WOMENS

A few more great finds! Most are 40% off but some are up to 60% off.

HAYDEN REIS

30% off site wide, use code LABORDAY

I love my Palm Tote from here. They are made out of sailcloth so they are so easy to clean. Perfect for the boat, beach or kids.

Palm Tote