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Travel Chic

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Happy Monday All!

This is a super popular time of year to travel so I thought it would be a great time to share my anatomy of the perfect travel outfit. Whether you are beach bound, Europe bound, or are headed for a quick weekend get away it is very important to be comfortable. But, I think so is looking put together.

First, a comfortable top. By calling this Barefoot Dreams poncho "comfortable" it would be an insult because it is so much more than that. One of the softest things I've ever owned. It's easy to take off too which makes it great for travel. Next, these high waist "jeggings" have basically changed my life. They are also so soft! I could live in them. When it comes to shoes I always try to take a pair that will go with everything and then wear them to my destination. They take up much more space than flip flops in the suitcase. I feel naked if I don't have a watch while traveling so my Michele is perfect for dressing up or down. Finally grab a hat (because packing it may bend it), your sunnies, favorite weekender/carry on, and a good book!

Fast Packing Tips:

Roll your clothes instead of folding. You'll fit way more and they don't wrinkle as easy.

When choosing clothes, stay within the same color palette so that everything goes together.

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Have a chic week!

xoxo

 

Pimm and Proper

You guys ready to get fancy on this fine Friday?

Today's Martini Moment is not a martini at all. It's been a while since I've done an unexpected pairing and the last one was a big hit. Without any adue I give you Pimm's Cup and Lamb Skewers. Each compliments the other. This cocktail is the perfect summer drink! Here is how to make it:
  • 1 1/2 oz Pimms
  • 1/4 Gin
  • 1/4 cucumber, muddled
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 4 oz Ginger Ale
  • 2 mint leaves

Directions:
Add lemon juice, mint, and cucumber to glass and muddle (like crazy). Add ice and the remaining ingredients, the add Ginger Ale last. Using a vegetable peeler, peel a cucumber length-wise. Using a pick, thread a cucumber, curling it as you go. Garnish with cucumber and rosebud. Whaaaat? Best garnish ever? Yes.

Next just throw some lamb and red onion on a skewer, sprinkled with Rosemary and Garlic. This is a perfect combination for a dinner party or just dinner!

Have an absolutely perfect weekend!

xoxo

Look A Little Deeper

There is nothing I love more than sitting around a table and catching up with friends. Sometimes that is where my company and I end up, at the table chatting away. Why am I talking about the table? Because it helps to have something pretty to look at while gabbing away. I love creating centerpieces to go with the seasons and wanted to share my Spring/Summer dining room table look. But first, a little story of me and my hoarding tendencies! Haha!

I am always trying to look at things in a different way. For example this lantern. It was my moms and I asked if I could have it about eight years ago. I attempted to put it various places throughout the years and it just never worked. But I refused to throw it away because I knew that one day I would be happy I didn't. It's that day. After a fresh coat of spray paint it is now the center of my dining room set up. So for today's tip, always try to look at this for what they could be not just what they currently are.

Fast Tips on making your centerpieces:
Choose a color scheme. Gold was an easy choice since my rooms have a lot of gold.
Don't be afraid of faux flowers but don't over do it.
Think about layering, for example pebbles and faux moss.

Have a fabulous day!

xoxo