Archive for July, 2014

STYLE

Reader Request: How to Style a Sequin Skirt

Reader Request: How to Style a Sequin Skirt

Reader Request: I am thinking about getting a sequined skirt. How do you think it can be styled for warmer weather? Image from J Crew (all other images in this post from Pinterest) Thank you SO much for your question! When it comes to introducing wow pieces into my wardrobe, […]

July 18, 2014 × 1 comment

STYLE

Denim, Straw, and Vintage Studded Leather

Denim, Straw, and Vintage Studded Leather

Denim Western Shirt: Madewell (similar, similar) Mini: Denim & Supply Ralph Lauren (paired with a black/white print here, a tied top here, and print mixed with large scale dots and gingham here) Straw Hat and Sandals: Target Crossbody Bag: vintage (paired with a blazer and buffalo check shirt in this […]

July 16, 2014 × 0 comments

FOOD

Whole Wheat Couscous with Mint and Peas

Whole Wheat Couscous with Mint and Peas

This delicious side dish, adapted from Barefoot Contessa Foolproof, is super-simple, quick and easy to make, and the flavors taste SO good together! I served it with salmon cakes, and I think it would work just as well with roasted chicken. Ingredients: makes apr. 4 – 6 side dish servings […]

July 15, 2014 × 0 comments

STYLE

Seersucker and Palm Trees

Seersucker and Palm Trees

Seersucker Pencil Skirt: J Crew (worn with a shrunken preppy sweatshirt in this post) Palm Tree Print Tee and Belt: J Crew Blazer: Madewell (layered over a lace dress here and paired with coral shorts here) Shoes: Madewell Handbag: Cole Haan (see the cognac version styled with camo and lace here and brightly […]

July 12, 2014 × 6 comments

NEST

Organization: Nail Polish

Organization: Nail Polish

Previously, all my nail lacquers were tossed in a plastic storage bin in a bathroom cabinet. Not only could I not easily see which shades I had, but the bottles would end up falling down on their sides, causing the polish to separate in a weird way. Then, I got […]

July 9, 2014 × 1 comment

ET CETERA

Reader Request: Natural Bubble Bath

Reader Request: Natural Bubble Bath

Reader Request: I know bubble baths are not usually recommended for women, but sometimes a girl needs her bubbles after a long, stressful day! Do you know of any nonirritating bubble baths? Image from California Baby website Thank you SO much for your question! This question is a tough-y because […]

July 7, 2014 × 1 comment

STYLE

Red, White, and Blue-apalooza 2!

Red, White, and Blue-apalooza 2!

Anchor print blouse: J Crew (dressed up a hair in this post and paired with orange here) Belt and Walking Shorts: J Crew Striped button down: J Crew  Heart pendant necklace: Madewell Bow print blouse: J Crew (layered with a sweater and camel coat in this post) Tuxedo stripe crop […]

July 4, 2014 × 1 comment

STYLE

Wide Leg Sailor Pants and a Striped Tee

Wide Leg Sailor Pants and a Striped Tee

Stripe 3/4 sleeve tee: J Crew Sailor pants: Club Monaco (worn in white in this post) Straw bag: J Crew (I tried to warn you that this “basket” is going to get a lot of play this summer :-)) Sandals: Miz Mooz Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  

July 2, 2014 × 0 comments