MISSALANEYUS

Author: missalaneyus

  • Risotto

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    Anytime I see risotto on a menu, I order it. I’m a lot like Pavlov’s dog in that way. Which is really silly, because I know how to make risotto. And, can I tell you a little secret? It’s really easy to make.* Now, some of you might disagree, and I will concede that it…

  • Fashion Friday: Houndstooth

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    If you’ve picked up a fashion magazine in the last few months, then you’ve probably seen the new ad campaign for Ferragamo. In it, they feature one of the “new” trends for fall, houndstooth. A sucker for black and white, I’ve long been a fan of this graphic print. There’s something about it that feels modern…

  • Confession: I Heart Mindy Kaling

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    Over the last year, I started developing a girl crush* on Mindy Kaling after following her on Twitter. She is one funny lady, and someone who I’d love to meet. So, I considered it fate when my friend Megan mentioned how hysterical her blog, The Concerns of Mindy Kaling, is. I googled it immediately.  Here’s a snippet: “Since I turned twelve…

  • Fashion Friday: 9 to 5 Chic

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    I had every intention of talking about the Navajo trend today, but when looking for good examples of it, I didn’t have a lot of luck. So, I decided to switch gears and tell you about a new, favorite blog of mine. I discovered 9 to 5 Chic last week and am already obsessed. Since…

  • Confession: Nicki Minaj

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    To some of you, what I’m about to say will be a huge shock. I don’t really like Nicki Minaj’s songs. In my opinion, she rhymes a lot of the same words and makes references that are often irrelevant (Anna Nicole, really). To me, she’s no Lil’ Kim. But then again, I like my 90’s…

  • Fashion Friday: Lace

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    Lace has been a big trend for a couple of years, and when I started thinking about this post, I thought my adoption of it was pretty recent. Apparently, this is not the case. I submit to you this story: “In middle school, my family went on a cruise. My parents let me buy one “grown-up” dress…

  • Confession: Party

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    My sister-in-law Jamie, refers to Beyonce and Jay-Z’s unborn child as “the baby with no last name.” She cracks me up. And this song makes me dance. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtdPEPOthOk]

  • Fashion Friday: Red

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    If you watched the Emmy’s this year, you most likely noticed the large number of starlets in crimson colored gowns. This happened for two reasons: Red is a flattering color to wear. It is a huge trend for fall. It plays well with others. Think of it with leopard, neutrals, stripes and jeweltones. Oh, you’d like proof? Let…

  • Vegas, Baby

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    Last weekend, the husband and I spent three nights in Vegas. It was my fourth time in the city, and each experience has been completely different. Our most recent trip was with a group of couples for a friend’s 30th birthday. We went to shows, ate out and of course, had a few beverages. I had…

  • Fall Wishlist

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    The last few months have been a whirlwind of travel, and while it’s been fun living a jet-set lifestyle, nothing makes you appreciate your home more than time away. I think my fall wishlist really reflects the kind of sleepy, time at home I’ve been craving. Here’s it is: Visit an apple orchard. Place mums on…