Weekend Style | The Swing Sweater

Happy Saturday!

I hope everyone is enjoying their weekend.  The weather is dreary here, cold and overcast but perfect for an Oyster Roast we are attending later today!

I wanted to pop in and share a sweater that I am loving that is now on sale.  You may remember the JCrew Swing sweater from a few years back which I loved.  Well Loft has come out with a version I honestly like better.  It is a little thinner material which I really like.  It is basically the same fit and style and it is now on sale for $29, it was originally $59.

I am wearing a size XS.  It definitely runs on the large side so you could easily size down.  This would be great for any of you pregnant readers as well.  I lived in my swing sweaters while pregnant with Frances.

I am wearing the Cordovan Heather color which is like a deep maroon,  but it also comes in 5 other colors.

Swing sweater | Necklace | Jeans (on sale) | Leopard Pumps (on sale)

I also love this pink color as well.

My leopard calf hair pumps were also recently reduced.  They are a favorite of mine and go with so many different outfits.  Plus they are comfortable.

Sam Edelman Pumps

My jeans are also on sale.  I am a huge fan of the Jbrand Maria High Rise Jeans.  They suck everything in.  No flab ever hangs over the top of these jeans!  I liked the lighter color of these as well.

All 3 are great basic additions to any closet!

Cooking Made Easy | 10 Recipes Using Rotisserie Chicken

Happy Friday and Happy Weekend!  Today I am answering a reader request to share some recipes that you can use a Rotisserie chicken for.  I will be honest I hate handling raw chicken so when a recipe calls for chicken 9 times out of 10 I just buy the pre-cooked one.  It is one less pan to clean and so much easier.   Below are a some recipes I have featured on my blog in the past using pre-cooked chicken. They are all pretty easy week night meals and most can be made ahead of time too!

E A S Y  P A D  T H A I

T U S C A N  C H I C K E N  C A K E S 

C H O P P E D  F A L L  H A R V E S T   S A L A D

C H I C K E N + K A L E  P A S T A  C A S S E R O L E 

S A L S A  V E R D E  C H I C K E N  E N C H I L A D A  C A S S E R O L E 

C H I C K E N + W I L D   R I C E  C A S S E R O L E

S O U T H E R N  C O B B  S A L A D 

C H I C K E N + A  R T I C H O K E  L A S A G N A

C H I C K E N  S A L A D  C R E S C E N T  R O L L S

W H I T E  C H I C K E N   E N C H I L A D A   C A S S E R O L E

I always welcome reader requests so shoot me an email if you have any ideas you would like me to feature on my blog! 

Happy Friday!  

and I have to share my tee shirt, that I mentioned yesterday.  Perfect for the weekend:) I wore mine last night, so comfortable and I love the fit.  Sometimes tee shirts are too boxy or short and this one is longer and a slimmer fit. I am in a size small for those curious about sizing.

Rose All Day

Rose all Day.

Today I want to talk about Rose and not just kind you drink!  Pantone recently announced the colors of 2016 are Rose Quartz and Serenity.  I personally love them both but especially Rose Quartz.  It is such a beautiful neutral color.

I love the idea of it for interior accents.

There are so many ways to incorporate it into your wardrobe as well.  I have been loving rose gold jewelry for the past few years.  It is a nice alternative to gold.  Rose Quartz or Blush is the most gorgeous shade year round.  I love it paired with white in the Spring/Summer and it also pairs well with black.

If I had a wedding or event coming up, I would be all over that gown.  It is stunning and comes in 2 other colors. I own the tee shirt and ray-bans , they are awesome.  I also love the cross back tank, it is sitting in my cart.   The Glitter Stud earrings are a steal under $40 and they would go with everything!

Theory Cross Back Top | Long Sleeve Dress | Gown | Tassel Key Chain | Rose Gold Watch
Sleeveless Dress | Blouse | Tee Shirt | Glitter Stud Earrings | TB Purse | Wallet | TB Wrap Bracelet
Rose Gold Ring | Sandals | Ray-Bans | Ruffle Blouse
Gladiator Sandals |Tote | Espadrille Flats



I couldn't resist this tee shirt.  So true. I know I will be wearing it often:) Best part it is super soft!
Rose All Day Tee

And of course a post about rose quartz is not complete without sharing a few of my all time favorite Rose Wines.  These are my 4 favorites.

Cheers to the Year of Rose Quartz! 

Crunchy Chopped Detox Salad + My Go-To Favorite Cookbooks

You know I couldn't start the New Year off without a new salad recipe.  I have been trying to eat really clean since the New Year because I have gained several pounds.  I am up about 5-6 pounds more than I like to weigh.  I have tried to limit my snacks, carbs, and sugar.  I will post a food dairy soon sharing my meals for a few days.  This salad is a great detox salad because it is filled with so many vegetables which equals so many vitamins and nutrients for your body.  I left the cheese off because I was trying to make it a really clean meal but this would be amazing with some chopped feta or blue cheese added in as well.  

For the dressing I really recommend the Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar.  It is really good for digestion.  You could sub red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar though if you don't have apple cider vinegar.

The salad will save in your fridge for several days if you keep the dressing separate.

It is such a gorgeous salad, a rainbow on a plate!

Enjoy!

|| C R U N C H Y  C H O P P E D  D E T O X  S A L A D ||

- 1 head of romaine shredded

- 1 small bunch lacindo kale shredded

- 1/2 head purple cabbage chopped

- 1 cup carrots chopped (about 3 carrots)

- 1 cup celery chopped (about 3 celery)

- 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes diced

- 1/4 cup red onion diced

- 1/2 English cucumber diced

- 1/2 cup chopped silvered almonds

- 1 cup chickpeas

D R E S S I N G 

- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

- 1/3 cup olive oil

- 1 garlic clove minced

- 1/2 lemon juice

- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

- salt and pepper

shake all to combine or whisk with fork.

Assemble all ingredients in a bowl.  Toss together and drizzle with dressing.  Add cheese if you want!

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I had a reader request to share my favorite cookbooks.  No joke I own at least 50 cookbooks.  I love collecting them.  Some people like to browse coffee table books, I like to browse cookbooks.  They provide me so much inspiration.  I am kind of a cookbook snob though.  I am particular about format and I really like a picture with each recipe.  I have handful of cookbooks that I use more often than others and that is the ones pictured below.  You can't go wrong with any of them!  

I have to admit I am a bit obsessed with Ina Garten, she is my food hero.  I own every single one of her cookbooks and I promise they are all amazing.  I tried to narrow down my 3 favorites from her.  I also love Gwyneth Paltrow's cookbooks so many of my favorite veggie sides have come from her.  

The Donna Hay cookbook is hands down the most beautiful cookbook, her food pictures are stunning.  Clean Slate is perfect for getting back on track and healthy eating.

I would love to hear if you have any favorites not on my list!

Donna Hay Fresh and Light | Clean Slate | Sprouted Kitchen

Back to Basics | Make it Ahead | Foolproof

It's All Good | My Father's Daughter | Thug Kitchen

New Year New Obsessions.

A few things I am loving in 2016.  A few of them I own and the rest are wish list items:)

Mara Hoffman Bathing Suit

Since we are in the midst of planning our tropical vacation for this Summer I have resort wear on the brain.  I actually ordered this suit awhile back during the shop bop sale.  I love it,  the fit is great and it is reversible! The other side is all black.

Peter Thomas Roth Irish Mor Mud Mask

I recently got this face mask and I am loving it. It stings at first which I like to think means the impurities are coming out of my skin.  Afterwards my skin feels so incredibly soft and refreshed.

The Food Lovers Cleanse Cookbook

Bon Appetit is by far my favorite cooking magazine I subscribe to, so when I saw this cookbook was coming out I immediately ordered it.  It is perfect for clean eating ideas for those of us who love food.

Bindya Cover-up

The cutest cover-up and the price is great under $90.

also comes in black.

Aerin Waterlily Sun Perfume

I received a sample of this perfume and have been hooked ever since.  I loved the smell so much I just ordered the bottle.  It smells heavenly.  Light, fresh and not over powering at all.

T-Bags Ruffle Mini Dress

This would be super cute with booties now and then flats come Summer!

Cape Town Builder Set

I love the idea of this bracelet set.  You get to choose 5 bracelets to build your own stack.  Currently on sale too!

Re-Tractable Complexion Brush

This brush will rock your world.  I am hooked.  I used to just use my fingers to apply my tinted moisturizer but this applies it so much better.  It really makes your skin look flawless and almost air-brushed because it gets in your pores and spreads it evenly.

Equipment Blouse

The perfect nude blouse.  It would go with everything for every season.  It also comes in black.

Zella Leggings

I have fitness on my brain for the New Year and I am loving these new Zella Leggings.

BB Dakota Off Shoulder Blouse

I am still loving the off shoulder look.   The black and white pattern on this top makes it pop.  Would be cute with jean shorts this summer or colored jeans now.  It is priced under $100.

Baggu Weekend Bag

This is cutest travel bag and only $75.  The size is perfect for a weekend get away.  I am actually thinking of ordering one for Sterling and Frances putting their initials on it.  It is a classic bag they could use for years to come.

Oliver Tee

These tees are some of my favorites.  I own two different ones now.  I love that the fit is loose and longer.  The pair great with leggings and jeans. 

Sundress Cover up

Everyone's favorite cover up from last year is back out in new colors.  

Gray version

Aqua Version