Hello Upper Eastsiders. I’ve long been a fan of Gossip Girl. Between the fashion and intrigue, I’ve stayed with the show through its rough patches(and there have been a lot) and in the spirit of full disclosure, will most likely watch it no matter how terrible it gets (Vanessa & Nate?). So like most 16 year-old girls,… Continue reading Confession
Fashion Friday: Bright Handbags
As we discussed here before, brights are in for Spring. One of the easiest ways to try out this trend is by changing your handbag. Below are some options I found online. All of them are under $100. For me, I have a hard time spending a lot of money on a purse that doesn’t feel super classic, so… Continue reading Fashion Friday: Bright Handbags
Cookbook Review: Miss Dahl’s Voluptuous Delights
I’ve been eyeing this cookbook for a while now. My husband likes to say I stalk my purchases. Instead of impulsively buying something, I like to visit it – often. I’m particularly guilty of this when it comes to cookbooks. Looking them over carefully, reading the recipes and glancing at the pictures, I take my time determining if they’re worthy of coming… Continue reading Cookbook Review: Miss Dahl’s Voluptuous Delights
DIY Beauty
In middle school, my friends and I used to do makeovers a lot. I think I believed a sweep of eyeshadow could change your life. There’s a very strong possibility I’d seen too many 80’s movies. Or, we could just blame it on this 90’s one. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFR9TNsByLk] Around the time Clueless was out, I remember reading an… Continue reading DIY Beauty
Fashion Friday: Wrapped Up
Wrap Leather Bracelets by missalaneyus featuring wrap around bracelets
Potting Plants
Growing up, my mom always had potted plants on the front porch. Every year, she’d ask for new flowers for Mother’s Day. In the summer, brightly colored petunias and geraniums dressed up our porch and back patio. I’ve continued the tradition with a rotating mix of flowers at my house: pansies in the Spring, petunias/geraniums… Continue reading Potting Plants
Strawberry, Almond & Goat Cheese Salad
A week or so ago, I started making this salad. I served it with these potatoes and a rotisserie chicken from the store. No big deal, right? That’s what I thought too. Fresh, seasonal strawberries are the star of this dish. The tangy balsamic vinegar and goat cheese are a nice complement to the sweetness of the berries.… Continue reading Strawberry, Almond & Goat Cheese Salad
Fashion Friday: My Spring Must-Haves
Each season, I make a list of the items I’d like to pick up while out shopping. Typically, it’s on a sheet of notepad paper shoved into my purse or carried around in my planner. I do this to keep my purchases on track and avoid coming home with a 30th knit dress. It doesn’t always… Continue reading Fashion Friday: My Spring Must-Haves
A Colorful Life
Interior design has a habit of mirroring fashion trends, and one of the new ways to update your home this season is with bright colors. Sound familiar? My house is primarily a study in neutrals with the occasional pop of color. For some reason, the idea of incorporating vibrant colors can seem a little intimidating to me,… Continue reading A Colorful Life