Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Chopped White Bean + Radiccho Salad | Booties on Sale


It is no secret round here that I love a salad.  Like seriously some of my favorite meals are salads.  I made this recently and let me tell you the flavor combination was amazing.  Something about the bitterness of the radicchio, the tartness of the apples, the saltiness of the olives and sweetness of the candied walnuts was just the perfect combination.   Such a light and refreshing salad but filling at the same time! 
Enjoy!


|| C H O P P E D  R A D I C C H I O   S A L A D ||

Adapted via Food with Friends

- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mayo
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 head radicchio, finely shredded
- 1/2 cup green olives pitted and chopped
- 1 can white beans Cannellini or Great White Northern, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pecorino cheese shredded or thinly sliced
- 1 small green apple julienned
- Candied Walnuts (I used the kind in the bag)

In a bowl whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mayo, garlic and salt and pepper to taste and until dressing is emulsified.   Add radicchio, beans, olives, onion, pecorino, and apples.  Toss all together.

Add the candied walnuts last and mix all together.   Optional add fresh parsley too.

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I wanted to share these short booties that are now on sale and under $100.   I wear mine often.  They are so comfortable.  They run TTS and come in 3 colors.  I am wearing the tan nubuck.  You can wear low ankle socks with these although sometimes I don't wear any socks!










Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Pretty In Pink | Valentine's Day

Today I wanted to share some ideas for Valentine's day. 

First of all I want to share this adorable gift box designed by my friend Karina at Waffles and Honey.   I just love all her jewelry.  This would make such a great Valentine's gift and is under $100.  The box comes with the choice of 3 different gemstones for the necklace.  It also includes macaroons, a candle, matches, and a candy rock pop.  Tomorrow (the 8th) is the last day to order for guaranteed Valentine's delivery and don't forget to refrigerate the cookies when your box arrives.  Or if you have kids rest assured they will devour the cookies before you can get your hands on them:)
This makes such a sweet gift for a mom, sister or friend.


A few other beauties in pink.

pretty in pink


I adore this and the hot pink color.

I am highly considering this for St John.  Also comes in a blue version.

This is such a fun romantic blouse.  It is the perfect shade of pink.

I love the style and fit of this dress.  Easy to dress up or down.

This is a steal under $50.  Also comes in navy.  I love the idea of this paired with white jeans and wedges.

This set is adorable and under $55.


This is under $40 and comes in several colors.

I shared this dress a few weeks ago and it would be perfect for Valentine's Day.  I recently wore mine to church.


This looks so cozy.

I own this tee and in the white and love it.  I am tempted to snag this blush color as well.

These come in several colors.  The perfect nude wedge for Spring.

I am obsessed with these sunglasses and they are under $50.
The best pumps and they come in so many color options.  I like them because the heel is not crazy high.
I love anything with tassels.  

This is such a fun tote for Spring. I love the color palette.
 Beauty Counter lipgloss is my favorite.  I have been using new shade called coralbell lately and it is such a great everyday pink.
They also have the cutest set for Valentine's day. It includes the lip sheer in rose (my favorite color) and blush.  This retails for $70 but you can get the set for $52.




Monday, February 6, 2017

Scenes From Our Weekend

Started the weekend off right with some cardio and leg weights.  This tank + leggings + shoes are on constant repeat. 

Friday I hit up Xao Bao Biscuit for lunch.  I love that place so much.
The cabbage pancake is always a must and we also shared the black bean encrusted chicken.


Frances Moon was ready for the weekend in style.
Friday night I headed out to dinner with some girlfriends at O-Ku.
What I wore:

We stopped at The Macintosh for a drink for first.  They make a martini with pimento cheese and bacon stuffed olives and it is so good!!

Saturday the kids and I took a road trip to Wilmington to see some family.  I was comfy and casual for the drive.  This sweatshirt dress is so soft and my scarf is only $25.  I am wearing a XS in the dress it runs on the large side. 

The kids had never stayed in a hotel before and they were just a little bit excited.

Thanks for all the dinner recs in Wilmington we tried to get in Las Olas and Tower 7 but the wait was almost an hour and we didn't want to do that with the kids.  We stumbled upon Blue Surf Cafe and it was perfect.  Kid friendly and the food was really good!  We loved the pimento cheese and bacon chips.

Enjoying a glass of wine at our hotel after dinner.

The boys chilling at my aunt's house.
Frances is always a little left out when Sterling and Finley get together.  I love her gazing from the background.

Sunday calls for lipgloss:)


Realized that I may have a bit of a leopard obsession. 
These bags are the best for travel and I can't tell you often I wear this leopard dress.
Here is a look at the dress on.

I let the kids stay up for the half time show because they loved Lady Gaga.  She killed it, such an amazing performance.


Have a great start to your week! 




Friday, February 3, 2017

Outfit of The Day | Black + Neutral

TGIF Friends!  I hope everyone has some fun plans for this first weekend in February.  I am keeping things short and sweet today and wanted to share a recent outfit this week.  I have been into wearing all black with some pops of neutral. 
I love this outfit because each piece is a closet staples that I wear often.  They are tried and true favorites. 



You may remember this tee shirt from the dressing room when I showed it a few weeks ago. 
I am still loving it.  I sized up to a medium since it was from the Juniors section and I hate my tee shirts too fitted.  It comes in 4 other colors.  It is super soft and perfectly worn in.

I love the black color of the tee so much I think I am going to order the green next.  You can't beat the price at under $20.  These black high waisted jeans are the BEST!  You can never go wrong with Rag and Bone jeans.
Have a great weekend!
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