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Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Outfit Favorites On Sale Under $100

Happy Wednesday!

Today I wanted to share a few outfit favorites and all are on sale and under $100.

Right now Macy's is running their Friends and Family Sale and you can take 25 % off your entire purchase with code FRIEND. All these items are from Macy's and I found they were actually cheaper here than other stores.

Blouse also in petites | Over the Knee Boots | Jeans

| Earrings

I have searched for awhile for the perfect pair of over the knee boots, so when I found these and for under $100 I was ecstatic. They come in 5 different colors. I debated a long time between the black and gray but went with the black and LOVE them. They are comfortable and have a bit of stretch to them so they are not too tight. They run TTS.

This top is a recent purchase. It is the perfect casual top and so incredibly soft. I love the wrap front detail and draping.

Wrap Detail Top

It also comes in gray and cream. I think it is a great light weight fall sweater. With the extra 25% off it comes to around $27! I am wearing a size XS.

and the boots again:)

This Free People Top is on major sale. I love mine so much I own it in two colors. In fact my mom and sister promptly bought one too after seeing mine.

It is on sale in the ivory and red color for $55 then you can take an additional 25% off that price. I am wearing a size XS.

Another Free People Favorite is this By the Bay Blouse.

Currently reduced as well + 25% off. I tend to find most Free People items run on the large side so size down. I am wearing an XS.

and can you tell I love Free People? This little dress is also on major sale. The colors are stunning in person. In this dress I am wearing size small.

Free People Dress

Ray-Bans are also included in the Friends and Family sale. You can take 25% off and if you buy two pairs you can save an additional $40 use code BUYTWO.

Macy's has an awesome assortment of Ray-Bans, you can view them all HERE

I have these mirrored polarized version and love them.

I also own this Erika version and they come to under $100 with the discount. I like the tortoise shell look of them.

The home section at Macy's is always a favorite of mine and it is also part of the Friends and Family Event. These Hotel Towels are the softest towels, we love them.

I actually love the entire Hotel line. These sheets are 800 thread count. They wash really well. I actually asked for another set for Christmas.

There are so many great deals that are part of the Macy's Friends and Family Event right now!

Don't forget to use code FRIENDS for the extra 25% off.

Thanks to Macy's for partnering on this post.

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Brown Rice Veggie Bowls + Spicy Lemon Tahini Dressing

If you are anything like me then you needed a few detox meals after the holiday week. I did my fair share of over indulging and not exercising last week, so it was time to get back on track. I was feeling sluggish and bloated and knew I needed some healthy meals to make me feel better. This is a great way to get your fill of veggies and it is easy to make ahead of time. You can cook the brown rice and veggies ahead of time and just store in separate containers until ready to use. The dressing is the best part. You really could use any type of dressing over these bowls but I love the creaminess the tahini brings, the tartness of the lemon and the spice of the red pepper flakes. It is a great combo!

You could easily serve the veggies over quinoa or another grain if you prefer.

Enjoy!

|| B R O W N R I C E V E G G I E B O W L S + S P I C Y L E M O N T A H I N I

D R E S S I N G ||

Adapted Via Food and Wine Magazine

INGREDIENTS

- 1 cup brown rice

-1/4 cup olive oil

- 1 small onion finely diced

- 3 carrots sliced

- 1 small container shiitake mushrooms sliced

- 2 zucchinis sliced

- 1 head broccoli chopped

- 1/2 head of kale de-stemmed and shredded

- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce

-1/4 cup tahini at room temperature

- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

- 2 garlic cloves minced

- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

- 2 tablespoons warm water

- 1 avocado diced

- fresh bean sprouts

DIRECTIONS

cook rice according to package. I always add about 2 tablespoons of butter and bit of salt to my rice while cooking,

In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of the oil. Add the onion, carrots, zucchini, and mushrooms and cook until tender. About 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile toss the broccoli with olive oil and salt and pepper and roast at 350 degrees about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and add broccoli and kale to the veggies on the stove and toss together til kale wilts. Add 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce.

In a small bowl, whisk the tahini with the lemon juice, garlic, warm water and crushed red pepper. Season with salt.

Transfer the brown rice to bowls. Top with the cooked vegetables, diced avocado and bean sprouts. Drizzle with the Lemon Tahini Dressing.

Monday, November 30, 2015

Our Thanksgiving + Frances Moon's Birthday + Best of Cyber Monday

I hope everyone enjoyed a nice holiday week with loved ones. Our week was busy with us hosting Thanksgiving and then Frances Moon's party two days later, but I thrive on that stuff. I love entertaining and most of all having my family in town! By Sunday however I was ready to crash, I even took a nap which I never do!

This year we had a meat free Thanksgiving, it was not by choice though. We tried to deep fry our turkey and something was up with the oil and it just never got hot enough, so the turkey didn't totally cook through. By the time we realized this it was 8:30 so we decided to forgo the turkey and just enjoy our side dishes. Which honestly was fine by me. I love the sides more than the turkey anyways.

This picture makes me laugh so hard- real life. Gotta love the holidays, everyone was thrilled about this picture being taken.

Wearing BCBG Dress (use code GOBIG15 for extra 15% off)

I was proud of my table setting this year. I love that peonies come back out just in time for Thanksgiving and Frances Moon's birthday. I rarely get to use my fine china so I always love decorating the Thanksgiving table.

My little turkey:)

Best part of hosting Thanksgiving is all the fab leftovers. I purposely made 2 pumpkin tarts so we would have extra.

Friday I did some black Friday shopping from home. Then headed out for happy hour with my family.

Troubadour blouse | Twine and Twig Necklaces | Rag and Bone Booties on sale | Barrington Tote

and imagine my surprise when I showed up to my parent's condo and my mom was wearing the same blouse! Great Minds think alike!

The next day was Frances Moon's Birthday party.

These confetti balloons were such a hit with all the kids. On the day of her birthday I blew up a few to surprise her in bed when she woke up. Then I had the rest filled with helium for the party.

My favorite part of a party is always the food!

The birthday girl about to dominate her cake!

My sister and I both rocking Mara Hoffman. She is due in 4 weeks and we are ready to meet that sweet baby!

Mara Swing Dress | Mara Shirtdress

Use code GOBIG15 at checkout for extra discount on both dress styles

Me and the Birthday girl.

My parents and Frances Moon.

Completely wiped out after the party. She is Paw Patrol obsessed these days and my sister gave her the night gown and stuffed dogs for her birthday. She has not put them down since!