May 29, 2012

{Accessorize Emma Graham}

Hi, everyone! I had the good fortune to be the first runner up of Emma Graham’s Twitter contest, #EGisforme.

They generously sent me a dress of my choice and I chose the Jordan. It was a close call between the Jordan and the Jenn because I adore anything pink & with a ruffle. However, I knew I would get a lot of wear out of the Jordan.

It’s no secret I love the summertime and am not a cold weather person at all. In fact, I don’t really go out during the winter because I don’t want to be outside. But now summer time is here and I cannot wait to sit on patios and people-watch and go out with my friends. So I chose the Jordan because I knew I’d wear it over and over again! Hello, favorite new going out outfit!

But what about the shoes?!?!

1. Guess Priela wedges | 2. J.Crew Viv patent flats | 3. J.Crew Ready or Not sandals
4. Jack Rogers Navajo sandals | 5. J.Crew Patent Capri sandals

What shoes would you wear with this dress?

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May 28, 2012

{Monogram Monday: Seersucker Clutch}

Happy Monday! I hope everyone is having a lovely Memorial Day weekend with their friends and families.

Now I’ve graduated and am looking for a full time big girl job so I’m on a major spending freeze. However, this does not mean I cannot look!

I have a solid rotation of totes and purses that I use but I’ve never really been a clutch kind of girl. That is, until I spied this:

Image c/o Etsy

I love everything about this clutch: the bow, the seersucker fabric and of course, the monogram. Located in Columbia, South Carolina, Southern Beaus makes these clutches and you are able to choose from six different colors to create your perfect clutch. Personally, I think I’d choose the mint because I already have a lot of pink accessories and the mint green is a great accent color! I really cannot stop ooh-ing and aah-ing over this clutch. It’s definitely at the top of my wish list :)

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May 25, 2012

{Food Truck Friday: Tasty Kabob}

Happy Friday, everyone! I actually was not planning to do a food truck post today but my co-worker peer pressured me into trying out Tasty Kabob. After that lunch, I had to write a post! I had avoided this truck for awhile because I judged a book by its cover and thought this kabob truck would be all about falafel. Despite my best efforts, I’m not a big fan of falafel. Anyway, I decided to give it a whirl and I was rather happy I did!

As you might know, chicken souvlaki is my favorite food so when I looked at their menu and saw souvlaki, I was pretty pumped. For $9, I had the chicken over salad and ordered it spicy, which it certainly was! Normally, you receive a side with your order but they didn’t have potatoes so I opted out of a side. This salad really hit the spot, I actually had a very small dinner because hours later, I was still full!

While normally not a kabob truck gal, I changed my tune after trying out Tasty Kabob!

Chicken over a salad of romaine, tomatoes and red onions with a tzatziki dressing. The only downside was I wish it came with a fresh, warm pita. Other than that, no complaints here!

Happy Friday & enjoy your Memorial Weekend!

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May 24, 2012

{Thirsty Thursday: Jack Daniel’s Slush}

This week has gone by surprisingly slow given I feel most weeks pass by in the blink of an eye! It’s almost Friday and almost the long weekend of picnics and BBQs. So I thought this would be a perfect drink for the weekend (or really any summer weekend for that matter):

Ingredients:

2 cans of cold Coca-Cola (I’d use Diet Coke but that’s just me)

6 ounces limeade concentrate

6 ounces bourbon (chilled)

Preparation:

Combine the cola, limeade & bourbon with a whisk into a large bowl.

Place in freezer overnight.

The next day, use a whisk to chop up the mixture.

Enjoy! 

Image c/o Pinterest

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May 23, 2012

{Memorial Weekend Prep}

I am really excited for this weekend because it combines some of my favorite things: sunshine, BBQ and being with friends. What makes it better? Pools are open!!

The Job Hunt has been a bit stressful lately so I’m looking forward to a weekend of fun. My recipe for a wonderful weekend:

1. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, days where you can wear sunglasses are the best days.

2. Grill & BBQ: It doesn’t get much better than that!

3. {Arnold Palmer Cupcakes}: I’ve made them before and they are delicious, the perfect dessert to bring to a party!

4. What kind of party would it be without a cocktail (or a few)? I’ve blogged about bourbon slushes for {Thirsty Thursday}, love them!

I hope everyone has a fantastic Memorial Day Weekend! Because my father is a fireman and I grew up indoctrinated with fire safety concerns, please make sure you know how to operate your grill and dispose of the charcoals properly. Nothing can ruin a pair of white jeans like charcoals!

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May 22, 2012

{Break Out the White}

My mother is an absolute stickler when it comes to the “no white after Labor Day rule” so now that Memorial Day is upon us, I’m excited to break out the white in my wardrobe! It’s another excuse to lay out, nothing makes a tan pop more than a white outfit :)

Charleston Stroll Dress

Spade Bangle

Toothpick Jeans

Ballet Flats

Wynne Top

What are your favorite white pieces in your closet?

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May 21, 2012

{Monogram Monday: Wall Art}

Happy Monday, everyone!! I had a really fun weekend, I think it’s a good sign of a fantastic summer in the District.

Several of my friends are moving (some staying in DC, others moving away to new cities) and it’s gotten me thinking about decorating. I have my apartment until August but I still have a Word doc of items and color palettes to decorate my new place. My mother loves HGTV so it’s constantly on our TV at home, I’m hooked!

Etsy has wonderful monogram wall art at reasonable prices but I really liked this wall art:

It’s a perfect housewarming gift!

Do you have monogram wall art in your home?

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