If it was...

If it was socially acceptable to wear the same thing everyday, then this Summer I would wear this dress...everyday.

I love it. I want it.

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Loving Right Now

I can't believe it is Friday, yet again!  Whoot (insert happy dance).

Anyhoo, I hope you have all had a wonderful week.  Mine has been nuts, crazy, fun, busy...but I am excited for a much need girl night out with my bestie and I can't wait for a great weekend ahead.  I plan on catching up on organizing and getting stuff done around the house. Any fun plans awaiting for you?  Do you like to get out on the weekends or stay in and veg out?

Alright lovelies, here is what I found to be so cool, genius, awesome, lovely, totally brilliant and rad this week. Enjoy! XoX

*Shaving Cream Paint. How cute is this idea for bath time?

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* Flare Cords.  Love these for Fall...and in a deep berry color, perfect.

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* This Home Tour.  I love the vintage vibe, yet clean feel to it. Thanks to my Grandma for sending this to me.  She has the best style evvverrr....her own house looks like it is straight from the pages of "House Beautiful" magazine.
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* Bright Yellow. Pretty much in love with anything painted in this shade.

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* BLT Upgrade. The adult version of a great BLT. Yum.

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* Madmosielle.  The cult fav of the "no color, color".  I was tired of my go-to Black polish, this is natural and clean, a much needed change.

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* Simple Art. I really want this in my master bedroom.  Simple and cool. Get one {here}.

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Glam

One of Fall's biggest trends this year is 70's Glam.  Fur, gold, leather, and felt floppy's...paired with platforms and wide leg denim...what is there not to love?!  I am totally psyched about this uber decadent and stylish decade that is coming back with a bang.  Hello 70's, you never looked so good...I hope you stay awhile.

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Wednesday Wonders

Today I am finding anything stacked totally phenomenal and wonderous.  Well, heels and cakes (to be more exact)...could there be a better combo?!

I am a sucker for layered cakes of any kind, but when I stumbled upon this jaw dropping stunner, I had to share.  Honestly....an ombre layered cake (and in Pink, nonetheless).  I truly am in love.

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Find the recipe at this lovely blog {here}.

The 70's Platform heel is back in full swing...and never looked so good! Loving it all, and can't wait to rock some platform booties this fall.  Boom.

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Wednesday Wonders

Today's Wednesday wonders are all about curling up and getting cozy.  I have been dreaming of Fall and Winter lately (mostly because it is still 110+ degrees here) bleh... and I can't wait to get all comfy in big slouchy sweaters!

What sounds more cozy and relaxing then eating a delicious bowl of soup and reading a great book (wearing said sweater)?  Nothing.  So grab a bowl and spoon, and whip up this delicious soup! Enjoy your Wednesday dolls. XoX

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Creamy sweet potato and rosemary soup
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Ingredients
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large or 6 small shallots, thinly sliced
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 (6-inch long) stems fresh rosemary
2 pounds (about 2 to 3) sweet potatoes, peeled, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
3 tablespoons maple syrup

Preparation
In an 8-quart stockpot, melt the butter and oil together over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft. Add the sweet potatoes, rosemary and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the sweet potatoes are very tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Turn off the heat and remove the rosemary stems. Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until smooth and thick. Whisk in the mascarpone cheese and maple syrup until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Keep the soup warm over low heat until ready to serve.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings (8 cups), Prep time: 15 minutes, Cook time: 25 to 30 minutes


These lovely (and comfy) threads will surely have you begging for jack frost to make a visit pronto.

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Oh, Hi.

Hi.  It's me....you know, the blogger of this blog.  Did you think I went MIA?  I kinda did.  Oops.  Back to blogging now...

So, how was the rest of your week?  It is the weekend (finally), boo-ya!  As if you didn't know it is the weekend... don't we all count down the days till the weekend?  Here I am being Capt. Obvious and all.  Duh!

Ok, anyhoo... the giveaway is now closed and the lucky winner of the Sephora Gift card is....Chaille Photography! Congrats.

Remember that little thing on Friday's I post about?  You know, my "loving right now" link list? Well, better late than never... so here you go.

Everything I liked, loved, found fabulous, awesome, brilliant, cool, rad, genius, and lovely.  ENJOY your Saturday peeps.  XoX

* A great pair of pretty flats for the upcoming season.  Find these {via}.

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* My friend's line of ties for tots.  Super cute.  Find them {here}.

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* Love this. Words to live by...find it {here}.

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* Ummm this looks amazing (drooling). Find it {here}.

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* August catalog from Free People.  OOZING with inspiration.  I am obsessed. See it {here}.

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* Swimming every day with my babes. Awesome.

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Loving Right Now

Happy Sunday dolls! Here is what I found so lovely, genius, brilliant, rad, fab, and totally awesome this week.  Enjoy! XoX

*This idea is so stellar for a baby nursery!  Every guest is assigned a letter to bring to the baby shower to help decorate the nursery.  See the rest of the nursery {here}.

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* I love this little DIY project.  Read more {here}.

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* Priscilla Ahn.  I love ALL her music, but her song "city lights (pretty lights)" is especially awesome. Listen Below.

* I am really loving this necklace.  Find it {here}.

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* I love this idea for quick smoothie makin' in a snap.  Read more {here}.

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* The perfect Gold Flats.  I am in love with these {here}.

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* I think these jeans are killer. Find them {here}.

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* Always fabulous to have reminders to stay gracious, good, and sweet.  

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* P.S. Don't forget to enter the giveaway for a Sephora giftcard {here}!