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Peacoat: Banana Republic Sweater, Shirt, and Bag: J Crew Jeans: Madewell (available in other washes)
Archive for February, 2013
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Inspired By: Orange, Garnet, and Blue
San Francisco Cable Cars I was flipping through – electronically of course, because I can’t remember the last time I actually printed pictures – some old vacay photos, and the colors in this one really caught my eye. The bright orange, garnet, blue, and cream/white look so vibrant and interesting together […]
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Cookbook Love
A while back, a Joy and Sunshine reader (thank you SO much 🙂) asked for some recommendations to help expand her cookbook library. My response post got lost in cyberspace, thanks to a blog hacking meanie, but no worries! Here we go: For uncomplicated recipes and great tips: Barefoot Contessa […]
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2 Ways to Wear Orange Jeans
Remember this past summer when bright jeans were EVERYwhere? I’m not a big fan of labeling or wearing pieces strictly by season (see Exhibit A & Exhibit B) – my budget isn’t a fan either 🙂 – so when these jeans nearly blinded me when I walked into my closet […]
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Casual Layers
It’s been chilly and raining like crazy the last few weeks, so comfy, casual layers have become my go-to fall/winter “uniform.” Denim Jacket: Gap (BTW: I wanted to wear this jacket yesterday, and I cannot find this thing. I wonder where it is…) Sweater: Banana Republic Scarf, Shirt, and Sweats: […]
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Quick Tip: Portion Control
Public Service Announcement: THIS is a serving of ice cream. Left: Mini Latte Bowls; Right: Latte Bowls Doesn’t look so bad…until the bowl holding the suggested 1/2 cup serving size is compared to a regular size bowl. Contrary to what I want to believe, all those cute little neatly-packaged small […]
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2 Ways to Wear Mini Skirts in Cooler Weather
If you were following me for a bit before all my blog-related technical issues, then you already know that I love, love, LOVE short shorts and mini skirts. (Quick recap for the newbies: My legs, especially below the knees, and ankles are practically see-through, and I’m fairly deficient in the […]
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Entertaining: Vision Book Party
Back in January, two friends and I got together to catch up and make vision books. Making vision books or boards is definitely a personal thing, but it was really great to be able to bounce ideas off each other and share our true goals and new ventures as we […]
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2 Ways to Wear a Striped Sweater
Railroad stripe jacket: Gap Sweater and shirt: J Crew Cargo pants: Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren Boots: Ecco Sunnies: Ray-Ban Denim Vest: Old Navy (worn with something sparkly in this post) Hat: Target Belt: Club Monaco men’s Distressed jeans: All Saints Love the striped sleeve!
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Sequins for Daytime: 3 Ways to Wear a Sequin Top
While I admired this Tracy Reese top from the time the Neiman Marcus for Target collection first hit stores, I didn’t actually buy it until it was 70% off. (Score!) Sequins and sparkly pieces like this one are no-brainers for nighttime wear, but for daytime? That can be a challenge 🙂 […]
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Books: Poetry by Pablo Neruda
I hope everyone is having a wonderful, love-filled day! I used to love Girlfriends on UPN or CW or whichever channel it used to come on: I wanted Joan’s hair and Toni’s clothes! Remember that Season 1 Valentine’s Day episode where Joan recites lines from a sonnet by Pablo Neruda? Here’s […]
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Roasted Cauliflower Soup
I had the best roasted cauliflower soup at JCT Kitchen, so when I had some leftovers after making this dish, I knew what I had to do 🙂 Ingredients: serves 4 2 cups roasted cauliflower 1 cup chicken (or vegetable) stock 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup […]
