Thoughts For Thursday

Happy Thursday Friends. I am so excited because my whole family gets in town tomorrow and we head for our week long family vacay Saturday. This year we are just headed to Isle of Palms, a quick drive for us. As close as we live to Isle of Palms I never venture over that way so I can't wait to try out some restaurants and shop over there- any locals send me recs! 

If you follow me on Instagram you already saw these two dresses but I had to share because they are both fabulous and a great deal.  Both are not maternity but work well with a bump.

[Forever 21 Southwest Shift Dress] 

I bought a size Medium for those curious.  Not pregnant I would have bought a small but I wanted room to wear it for awhile.

[Zara Floral Neoprene Dress]

I got in small in this dress.  It is super stretchy.  However not sure I will still be able to wear it nine months pregnant but for now it works.  I love this dress so much!

Have you heard of the candy line DELISH?  Well it is incredible.  Mom and I found it Walgreens and promptly went back for more.  Highly recommend.

Per several recommendations I started reading Marcus Samulesson's Memoir,  Yes Chef.   It is such a good read and a great insight into the food industry.  Any books I should download for our beach trip next week?  I usually read 3-4 books on our beach trips!

In the past week, I have made Gwennie's Roasted Cauliflower and Chick Peas Recipe.  It is insanely good.  It is from her cookbook, Its All Good.  I have to say I have been very impressed with both her cookbooks, all the recipes I have tried have been really good.

 As if I needed another reason to shop, ShopBop just marked down sale items even more.  Check out the sale HERE.  I have been eyeing this Joie top forever and now it is 40% off.  I love the blush pink color, but the spicy orange would be cute for fall.  I have this Joie Dress and have loved it this summer, it is super lightweight and comfy,  now on sale too.
{Joie Keannate Blouse}

I am tempted to snag this tie dye Joie Dress too because it could totally be worn into the Fall with a blazer or leather jacket!  It is 40% off too!  Good deals to be found HERE.
{Joie Fori Dress}

How cute are these cookies for the Holidays?  I am always trying to think of cute ways to package goodies for the holidays and love this!  Would also be cute as a party favor.

Pretty Please do me a favor and go vote for my friend Julia Ryan (aka Pawleys Island Posh) to win the Serena and Lily Room Makeover.  Her little girl Wells so deserves this!  You can vote HERE, it takes like two seconds.  and if you feel crazy you can vote once an hour up to 10 times a day.  Help my good friend out!

Have a good Thursday!
xoxo

Obsessed: Missoni Mixed Zig Zag Scarf On Super Sale!

Last Christmas my mom gave all us girls a Missoni Infinity Scarf. I lived in mine this winter, like wore it with workout clothes, regular clothes, everything!!  I think I wore it everyday.   When I saw this on sale at Shopbop I knew I needed to scarf it up (no pun intended). Missoni stuff on sale goes fast.   It is now 60% off so, snag one before they are gone!  The blue colors are even more beautiful in person.

[MISSONI ZIG ZAG SCARF] 

This scarf would make a great gift too, I am already starting to Christmas shop, I have to space it out to budget!

Here are 4 other options on super sale. Happy Shopping!

No Bake Mini Key Lime Cheesecakes

This is one of the best desserts I have ever made, hands down. It was super easy and no baking required.  Matt and I could not stop stuffing our faces with these tasty little treats.  Added bonus they look really professional, right?  I was impressed with myself for whipping these together, but truth is it was easy!   If you love Key Lime Pie you will absolutely adore this dessert.  They can be made ahead of time and kept in the freezer.  Just take them out and put them in the fridge about an hour before you want to serve them.  Try and eat just one, I dare you!

:: N O   B A K E  M I N I  K E Y  L I M E  C H E E S E C A K E S ::

adapted via Delish

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/3 cup bottled key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 (8 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

1. Line 12 muffin pan cups with paper liners.
2. In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and and melted butter. Press one tablespoon of crumbs into the bottom of each liner.
3. With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
4. Add the condensed milk and lime juice and mix well.
5. Fold in the lime zest and 1 cup of the whipped topping.
6. Divide the mixture evenly among the lined muffin cups. Cover pan with foil or plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours.
7. Remove cheesecakes from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. Peel off the paper liners and garnish with whipped cream and sliced lime, if desired.

- See more at: http://www.letsdishrecipes.com/2013/03/mini-no-bake-key-lime-cheesecakes.html#sthash.XZ6s5bIR.dpuf

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/3 cup bottled key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 (8 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

1. Line 12 muffin pan cups with paper liners.
2. In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and and melted butter. Press one tablespoon of crumbs into the bottom of each liner.
3. With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
4. Add the condensed milk and lime juice and mix well.
5. Fold in the lime zest and 1 cup of the whipped topping.
6. Divide the mixture evenly among the lined muffin cups. Cover pan with foil or plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours.
7. Remove cheesecakes from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. Peel off the paper liners and garnish with whipped cream and sliced lime, if desired.

- See more at: http://www.letsdishrecipes.com/2013/03/mini-no-bake-key-lime-cheesecakes.html#sthash.XZ6s5bIR.dpuf

Ingredients

Crust

• 3/4 cup(s) graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoon(s) (unsalted) butter, melted

Filling

• 8 ounce(s) (reduced-fat) cream cheese, softened
• 1 can(s) (14-oz.) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup(s) (bottled) key lime juice (I used the juice from large regular limes)
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 container(s) (8-oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed
• lime slices and/or lime zest, for garnish, optional 

Directions

1. Line 12 cupcake cups with foil liners. Stir graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl to combine. Spoon 1 Tbsp. of the mixture into each liner, pressing it down to make the crust.
2. With an electric mixer on low speed, beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until creamy, about 30 seconds. Add the condensed milk and key lime juice, and blend on medium speed until just combined, 20 to 30 seconds. Add 1 cup of the whipped topping and lime zest and blend on low speed for 15 seconds longer.
3. Spoon mixture evenly into liners. Cover pan with plastic and freeze until firm, at least 3 hours. Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving; peel off liners and dollop 1 Tbsp. remaining whipped topping on each cake. Garnish with lime slices, if you like.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/3 cup bottled key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 (8 oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

- See more at: http://www.letsdishrecipes.com/2013/03/mini-no-bake-key-lime-cheesecakes.html#sthash.XZ6s5bIR.dpuf

Obsessions

{GAP LEOPARD FOLD OVER CLUTCH} 

This clutch is amazing.  I have already ordered it for Fall. It is such a steal and reminds me of the Claire Vivier one I have lusted over forever.  You can take an extra 30% off your order with code GAPEARLY.  The 30% off is just thru tonight so order today to take advantage of it!

{HUNTER ORIGINAL COLORBLOCK RAINBOOTS}

I have wanted a pair of Hunter Rain Boots forever and I think this is the pair that is going to get me to bite the bullet and finally buy a pair.  I love the colorblock look with the black and tan.  They also come in a purple/black and green/black colorblock combos that are equally gorgeous.

{TUVOLO ICE MOLDS}

I picked up a set of these ice molds and I am smitten with them.  Ever since having drinks at the Gin Joint where they served one giant ice cube in my drink I have been obsessed with recreating it at home.   These ice molds rock.  They would make a great hostess gift paired with a bottle of liquor.

They also come in a sphere shape which is equally as cool (no pun intended!)

{TOVOLO SPHERE CUBES}

 {SOFT JOIE DAYLE DRESS}

Loving this Joie Dress for Fall.  Navy is my current favorite color for Fall and this dress looks so comfy.  

{GAP POINTY TOE FLATS}

These need to happen in my closet for Fall, adore them.  Can't decide which color I love more.  I love that they are calfskin, they look uber expensive but are such a steal!  And remember to use code GAPEARLY when you check out for extra 30% off.

{FREE PEOPLE TABBARD PULLOVER}
This is the perfect loose sweater for Fall.  Paired with skinny jeans and flats or booties you have a great outfit.  I love the black and tan but I also kind of love the ivory.  There is something about a fresh white sweater I love.  This sweater looks pretty light weight which I also like because I don't like sweaters that are too heavy.  And don't forget to use code FALL on Piperlime for super savings - $20 off $100, $50 off $200, and $100 off $350, a pretty sweet deal!  The deal is only thru today so get shopping!

{JACK BY BB DAKOTA CLOPNEY WRAP SWEATER}
Another fab find at Piperlime, you can use the FALL discount towards.  This sweater is such a steal at less than $100.  Love the colors for Fall.  Such a great sweater to toss on over anything!

{ASOS COLORBLOCK TOP}

Really digging this black and white colorblock blouse from ASOS.  Black and white is such a classic color combo you can't go wrong with it!

 

Chambray Love + Scenes From Our Weekend

Did everyone have a great weekend? We sure did, it was not a productive one, but it was super enjoyable! 

I am 27 weeks now and 3 months away from my due date.  Some pregnancy sites say I am in the third trimester, but I believe it doesn't actually start til next week when I am 28 weeks.  Either way I am in the home stretch. 

 The above picture was the only half way decent picture we got without Sterling photo bombing it.  This is what most of the others looked like.

I found the cutest Chambray Dress at the JCrew Outlet- you might notice me wearing it above:0.  It is the perfect casual Chambray Dress.  I really love it!  Works great for now and I think it will be great in Fall with booties.  It is on sale additional 30% percent off online at JCrew Factory with code SALE30 , so I recommend ordering online vs the store because it is cheaper.  It runs pretty true to size, I am wearing a size small, although I don't have much longer in it with my belly!

{Chambray Dress}

 

JCrew has a really similar version on sale right now too, if you are looking for a darker one.  Plus they are still having 25% off if you spend $150 with code FALLSTYLE.

{Keeper Chambray Dress}

 

Saturday night we had some friends over for dinner.  We had a Mexican Night with a taco bar.  I never get sick of Mexican, seriously love it.  We had quesadillas last night too, keeping the Mex train going.

How cute are my bowls in the middle?  They are melamine bowls so they won't break which is nice, I found them at Target.  I love the geometric lines.  Target has the larger version online that I may order too.  Great for kids.

{Target Melamine Bowl}

 I made the most incredible mini Key Lime Cheesecakes- stay tuned for the recipe Wednesday.  They were one of the best desserts I have made.  Like it is impossible to eat just one, trust me.

 Sunday we had a fun and relaxing family day.  We had brunch at a restaurant right now the street from us, La Tabella.  It is less than a mile from us but we have never eaten there before.  It was so good.  I had a breakfast wrap appropriately called "Shut the Front Door."  It was insane. If you live on or James Island you should try La Tabella!

Afterwards we went on a long walk to try and burn off all the goodness we just demolished.

Then we went on a boat ride, the weather was perfect.  Slight breeze and not too windy.  So ready for Fall!

I did a little work for the hubs law firm.  I am going to start working part time to help him out.  I am so proud of him and how well his first solo month is going.

Ordered this beauty from Zara, hope its gonna work preggo for a few events I have.

Not gonna lie I saw Taylor Sterling wearing it on instagram looking all fabulous pregnant and thought I need this in my life.

 

5 days til our vacay starts.