July 14, 2014
Outfit Post: Grey Scale
Top: Old Navy | Skirt: H&M | Shoes: H&M | Bag: c/o Ann Taylor (similar style here) | Sunglasses: Glow Accessories
photos taken by Brian Cavanaugh
This summer for me has been all about ease and comfort, from lightweight wear to monochromatic looks. When it comes to the monochrome look there are some key elements from keeping your look looking boring.
DO: Mix up shades. Do a shade lighter then your darkest piece. This will add depth to your look.
DO: Add prints and/or embellishments. Prints and embellishments will add interest and pops to a look.
DO: Bold lipstick. Whether it's red, pink, or coral, go for color especially when doing neutral toned outfit. This will make you more pronounced in your look.
What is your summer uniform this summer?
July 9, 2014
How to Wear Print Pants to the Office
Old Navy vneck t shirt / Monki flower print pants, $34 / Zara sandals / ALDO zipper purse, $69 / Impulse lucite necklace, $17
Summer is all about bold colors and prints. Mixing in prints into your work week look can be a fun way to shake things up. Take a pair of printed pants and pair it up with simple pieces, like a white tee, to keep the look clean. Do a low heel sandal and basic jewelry, you don't want your accessories to fight against your pants. Neutral tones will keep your look cohesive and pulled together.
How I Wore the Look:
Shirt: Old Navy | Pants: Zara (on sale) | Shoes: Zara (on sale) | Bag: Alexander Wang (sample Sale) |
You don't need to pay a lot for this look. The printed pants trend is big for the summer and now is the time to dive in to some of those summer deals. I got these printed pants from Zara on sale! The printed pant can easily be taken from work day to date night. Change out your low sandals for strappy pair of heels and a elegant clutch. If you're afraid of this trend start with a print that is two toned like these Zara pants. They are bold but not overly done in color. Also look for cropped pants, these can seem less intimidating since there is less material to work with.
Would you wear the print pants to the office?
I'm a fashion blogger, a working gal, and a new wife. My HP 2-in-1 has allowed me to stay connected with my friends and family and tapped into the fashion world. It allows me to check my social media (both private and blog) as well as enjoy the things I love i.e. reading, listening to music, and cooking seamlessly. Welcome to an ordinary day in my life.
Shirt: T by Alexander Wang | Skirt: Paper Hearts from LF Store | Sneakers: Prabal Gurung x Target | Heels: Shoemint | Bag: 3.1 Philip Lim x Target | Sunglasses: Glow Accessories | Watch: c/o Rakani | Necklace: c/o BomBom Jewelry |
HP Pavilion: c/o Intel
photos by Brian Cavanaugh
7:30am
My day doesn't start until I have my first cup of coffee and catch up on my Facebook and Twitter feeds.
8:10am
I'm out the door and heading off to work. My subway ride into Manhattan consist of listening to music while doing some reading. HP 2-in-1 is small and lightweight for me to carry in my bag which is good since NOOK has easily become my favorite reading app. It allows me to subscribe to my favorite magazines (ELLE, Marie Claire, NYLON...) and download a variety of books. Perfect for train rides to and from work.
12:30pm
Lunch break! While many of my co-workers go grab lunch I'm running around town to a showroom or to a meeting for Fashionista NY Girl. My 2-in-1 allows me to carry around my portfolio and show my work digitally. As well, as its an easy way to take down notes. It's also perfect to run out to a cafe during lunch to sit down to work on a blog post.
5:30pm
Back on the train to go home! Drowning out the masses and digging into a good read.
8:00pm
On most days it's never straight home and dinner. It's home to do a quick change for the gym. By the time I get home it's about 8pm and I'm starving. Bing Food and Drink is one of my favorite recipe apps. It allows you not to only look up recipes quickly but create collections of favorite recipes as well as create shopping list and meal plans! Makes weekly dinners at home easy to pull together.
10:00pm
After dinner, showering, and doing some blog work it's time to call it a night! But at least not before checkin the feeds one last time....
Do you have a tablet? How do you or how would you use your tablet in your everyday life?
#spon: I'm required to disclose a relationship between our site and Intel This could include Intel providing us w/content, product, access or other forms of payment.
Shirt: T by Alexander Wang | Skirt: Paper Hearts from LF Store | Sneakers: Prabal Gurung x Target | Heels: Shoemint | Bag: 3.1 Philip Lim x Target | Sunglasses: Glow Accessories | Watch: c/o Rakani | Necklace: c/o BomBom Jewelry |
HP Pavilion: c/o Intel
photos by Brian Cavanaugh
My day doesn't start until I have my first cup of coffee and catch up on my Facebook and Twitter feeds.
8:10am
I'm out the door and heading off to work. My subway ride into Manhattan consist of listening to music while doing some reading. HP 2-in-1 is small and lightweight for me to carry in my bag which is good since NOOK has easily become my favorite reading app. It allows me to subscribe to my favorite magazines (ELLE, Marie Claire, NYLON...) and download a variety of books. Perfect for train rides to and from work.
12:30pm
Lunch break! While many of my co-workers go grab lunch I'm running around town to a showroom or to a meeting for Fashionista NY Girl. My 2-in-1 allows me to carry around my portfolio and show my work digitally. As well, as its an easy way to take down notes. It's also perfect to run out to a cafe during lunch to sit down to work on a blog post.
5:30pm
Back on the train to go home! Drowning out the masses and digging into a good read.
8:00pm
On most days it's never straight home and dinner. It's home to do a quick change for the gym. By the time I get home it's about 8pm and I'm starving. Bing Food and Drink is one of my favorite recipe apps. It allows you not to only look up recipes quickly but create collections of favorite recipes as well as create shopping list and meal plans! Makes weekly dinners at home easy to pull together.
10:00pm
After dinner, showering, and doing some blog work it's time to call it a night! But at least not before checkin the feeds one last time....
Do you have a tablet? How do you or how would you use your tablet in your everyday life?
#spon: I'm required to disclose a relationship between our site and Intel This could include Intel providing us w/content, product, access or other forms of payment.
July 4, 2014
Foodie Friday: Truffle Popcorn
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! Today I bring you a grown-up take on popcorn that would make for the perfect snack while watching the fireworks tonight. Lets be real, truffle oil makes everything better so how could you go wrong with truffle popcorn. This will easily become your new favorite movie snack. Just don't get caught sneaking it into the theaters!
Recipe adapted from: Kailey's Kitchen
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons canola oil or Vegetable Oil
- 1/4 cup popcorn kernels (we used red popcorn kernels that someone bought us)
- 1 Tablespoon butter, melted
- 2 Tablespoons truffle oil (I used about 3 tablespoons, depending on the type of Truffle Oil you have you might need about the same or more)
- 2 Tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons finely chopped parsley, for garnish
- Truffle salt to taste ** optional substitute Table Salt to taste **
Instructions
- Pour canola oil into the base of a 5" deep, 9" wide pot (or similar size)
- Pour popcorn kernels into the pot, making sure they are evenly distributed across the base
- Shake pot to ensure that kernels are coated in oil
- Turn a burner on to medium heat and place pot over burner
- Slide the pan back and forth over the burner constantly until a kernel finally pops (3-5 minutes)
- After the first kernel pops, cover pot with a lid and continue to slide the pan back and forth as kernels continue to pop
- Once popping slows, remove pan from heat
- Pour popcorn into a large bowl and drizzle melted butter and truffle oil over it
- Sprinkle parmesan, parsley, and truffle salt on popcorn, toss to evenly coat
- Serve immediately
We did a little test of this recipe over the weekend and it was a hit with my husband. We both agreed though that it could still use a little MORE truffle oil. When we make this later for our party we might add in an extra half tablespoon of truffle oil...you can never have too much truffle oil!
July 2, 2014
Summer Trend: Placid Blue
This spring I'm fully embracing the powder blue trend and even brought out my old H&M powder blue colored jeans. I paired my jeans up with my favorite striped shirt and lobster print scarf for a fun summer Friday office look. To pull the whole look together, I paired it up with neutral toned sandals.
Shirt: Target | Jeans: H&M (old) | Shoes: Zara (on sale) | Scarf: c/o Hugssy | Bag: Zara (old) |
Sunglasses: Forever21
Sunglasses: Forever21
photos by Brian Cavanaugh
Are you embracing the placid blue trend this summer?
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