Crushing on: Tinley Road

I stumbled upon Tinley Road as I was perusing the addictive Piperlime site, and immediately started a big long wish list (err.. shopping list!!) It's chic and dignified, young and fun, and a fantastic price point! I love that it has everything from laid back dresses to hot structured blazers.. Flashy jewelry, cute bags, and outfits perfect for a night on the town, or a day of lounging at the beach. Ah, summer!

Crushing on: tinley road

1.  Button Detail Blouse $49 / 2. Tweed Jacket $89 / 3. Rhinestone Paisley Earrings $12 (sale!)  / 4. Linen Jacket $70 / 5. Snake Embossed Cuff $34 / 6. Tinley Road Vegan leather shorts $69 / 7. Friendship bracelet / 8. Tinley Road Kiki $54 (sale!)

xo

#GetLost

I've been obsessing over Sri Lanka lately and trying to figure out how I can honeymoon in this amazing and exotic location! So my heart skipped a beat when I saw that BeachTomato and Jack Wills are giving a lucky winner a week in Sri Lanka! It's meant to be!!

Fingers crossed that my recreation of Jack Wills' Spring/Summer lookbook wow's them so the hubs and I can get away to this incredible country! #Honeymoon in Paradise!


Also - side note. I am now seriously crushing on all things Jack Wills. Have you checked out how cute their clothes are? I need some British fabulousness in my life! Definitely starting my wishlist... so keep an eye out for that on my blog!

xo

Destination: Maldives

It's no secret that I can't get enough sand, waves and sunshine! Almost every destination at the top of my dream list has some sort of delicious beach involved.

Coco Island by Momo in the Maldives is absolutely breathtaking. I can't even comprehend how stunning and delightful a week (or two? three? forever?) would be lounging on the white sand, splashing in the insanely blue water, and living in paradise in the middle of the ocean. Take.Me.There!






Photos are from Tablet, my travel obsession website. Check out the Maldives trip... but be careful, you'll want to go stat and then realize there are ten other trips you also need to jet off on. Thank you Tablet!!

xo

Wishlist: Sigerson Morrison

These Sigerson Morrison Birelle stilettos are just stunning! I love the design and the blue is absolutely addictive! I'd love to pair them with a distressed pair of skinnies, or show them off on a night on the town paired with a cute pair of leather shorts!

Sigerson Morrison


Sigerson Morrison stilettos shoes / Forever 21 sheer top / rag & bone distressed jeans / Reiss chain necklace / Lot78

Wrapping up Revenge

It's hard to believe we're wrapping up the second season of Revenge! It's one of those wild and crazy rides that feels like it lasted forever and was over in a blink of a second at the same time!!
We had a pretty epic wrap party thanks to my new hero's at Shadow PR, Joico, Svedka and Rudsak

My invite skills!

Photobooth love!

Party pics! Thank you Pink Taco and all our lovely cast and crew!












I love meeting new people and being introduced to fab brands ((especially when the people are amazing and the product is fantastic))... which is why you absolutely need to get your hair some Joico and dress your body in some Rudsak! 

*All party photographs by Chris Weeks
http://www.chrisweeks.net

xo

Outfit Inspiration: Kate Upton

I'm crushing over Kate Upton's casual cool vibe here. It's barely enough of a pic for outfit inspiration, but somehow just in the hair and tee you can get the whole hot vibe! Her beachy curls are fantastic, I'm dying over her perfect blonde color, and I love her hot yet laid back outfit. Here are some pieces I think would be perfect to pull this look off!

Casual Glam: Kate Upton

Marc by Marc Jacobs print top / American Apparel check shirt / Pull&Bear studded shorts, $40 / TOMS slip on sneaker / Chloé genuine leather handbag, $3,115 / Orla Kiely retro sunglasses, $185 / Fragrance, $12 / Fekkai

Wishlist: Kymerah

When I saw this Kymerah jacket and skirt from {one of my favorite stores} Tags, I immediately swooned. I love the sheer panel stripes and the touch of leather detail! So hot together, but also think of the pairing options - jacket+skinny jeans, skirt+casual tee, jacket+leather shorts, skirt+top+bomber jacket... totally versatile! Wishlist
Kymerah: Berlin Jacket $409 /  Levine Skirt $187






Oil up, buttercup!

Oil is having a serious moment in the beauty department, and even though it's a scary concept to douse your bod with oils, the results are impressive and will convert even the biggest skeptic!  I've been loving coconut oil on my face and it's been fun experimenting with other oil products to keep my locks luscious and my skin smooth! Thus, I was very excited when I got to try out Garnier Fructis' new Dry Oil product. The best part? It's for hair and skin - it's an "all in one"!!


The spray is a little heavy when I spray directly on my hair, and leaves it feeling a little greasy. I find the best way to use it on my locks is to spray it on my hands so I have more control. 

Photo by Sachiko Wong
Love the "quick dry" - I can spray it on my legs and don't have to wait forever for it to soak in! It instantly absorbs and doesn't leave a sticky residue. 

This is the first product of it's kind to be available at mass retailers! 

Thanks to BzzAgent and Garnier Fructis for sending me this fab new product to check out!
*As a BzzAgent I was sent this product to test and give my opinion on. All opinions are my own*


Garnier Fructis Triple Nutrition Miracle Dry Oil is available now. Try it out and let me know what you think!
xo


Crushing on: Recherché

I stumbled upon Recherché and immediately developed a big crush on the luxe accessory brand. From funky rings and necklaces to functional and fresh totes, I want it all! Plus, it's totally affordable: win win win! Below are a few items I'm totally lusting over right now:

Stacked Jagged Ring / $14.99

Aztec Infinity Scarf / $16.99
Nude Studded Messenger Bag / $44.99

Geometric Necklace / $22.99 

Shop now with the code SPRING and receive 20% off!

xo

Style File

Hubs snapped a few sunglasses shots the other day, and I love love love them! It's eery rockstar hot and the glasses look pretty bomb! Follow his instagram for more awesome pictures!

Green sunnies / similar here 

Snack attack: Avocado Hummus

I whipped up a quick appetizer to start our dinner with friends this weekend, and chose to try this Avocado Hummus I'd pinned! Super quick, insanely easy and quite tasty! It's also a base that seemed like you could experiment with to spice it up a little - next time I think I'll add some fresh garlic and maybe a little extra spice!

Avocado Hummus:
Avocado, beans (I chose Organic Garbonzo beans) and a splash of olive oil


A pinch of salt, a dash of garlic powder, a sprinkle of cayenne pepper
Blend it all up in the food processor (so speedy!)
Squeeze in a fresh lime and mix around

Boom! Enjoy with tasty pita chips
Apologies for this terribly blurry photo -- quick snap+drinks+.... oops ;)

Want more details (like measurements?!!) -- find the recipe at The Lovely Cupboard and let me know how you like this easy snack!
xo

Wishlist: Spring

A few bits and bobbles that I'm lusting after this spring!
spring wish list

1. Nina Peter leather shoulder bag, $455 / 2. René Caovilla high heel sandal / 3. River Island Jacket, $83 /  4. Pierre Hardy high heel platform shoes / 5. Sequin enamel bangels / 6. Luichiny pointed-toe pumps / 7. Pastry sports trainer, $89 / 8. Meredith Wendell cross body handbag / 9. BangGood Striped Sweater /

xo

Happy Friday!

Positivity

Outfit Inspiration: casual cool

Laid back casual that still looks chic is my ultimate style goal, especially on these slow overcast days! The Row has mastered this relaxed look... and with super soft material that you never want to take off! Paired up with a heavenly PS1 and some edgy flats, this is the perfect look for a mellow day at the office!

Outfit inspiration:
casual


The Row skid row shirt $1250 / Front Row Relaxed fit jeans / Jeffrey Campbell tan loafer, $125 / Proenza Schouler bag $1595 / Wet Seal jewelry

xo

Summer's on the way

I love this time of year when the weather is starting to warm up and you just know summer will be here soon!

It's about time to break out the grills again, and I have the perfect recipe to kick it off: Chicken Kabob Lettuce Wraps. Yum! Below are a few essentials to get you ready for grilling season, and the delicious picture below is by my talented hubby (check out more on his website). Keep reading for the recipe, too! xo

BBQ
Everyday Restaurant White Plate / JosephJoseph Hands On Mixing Bowl / Kim Seybert Bamboo Placemat/ Markhbein Kibic Water Pitcher / Zak Tinted Tumbler / Pier One Butterfly Lantern/ Kikkerland BBQ Tools / Weber One Touch Platinum Kettle Grill


Chicken Kabob Lettuce Wraps


Chicken Kabob Lettuce Wrap Recipe via Martha Stewart / Everyday Food

Ingredients
2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
1/2 small red onion, half thinly sliced and half grated
1 1/4 pounds ground chicken
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup fresh mint leaves, half chopped
2 ounces feta, crumbled (1/2 cup)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup grape tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 heads butter lettuce, such as Boston or Bibb, trimmed and leaves separated

Directions:
Soak eight wooden skewers in water, 15 minutes. Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Soak sliced onion in warm water, 10 minutes. Using your hands, gently combine grated onion, chicken, garlic, chopped mint, feta, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Divide mixture into 8 portions, form around skewers, and brush with 1 tablespoon oil. Grill until cooked through, about 12 minutes, flipping once.

Drain sliced onion and toss with 1 tablespoon oil, whole mint leaves, tomatoes, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Serve kebabs in lettuce leaves, topped with onion salad.

Crushing on: Hayden-Harnett

Hayden-Harnett handbags are seriously fetching! As I was perusing the site (ie. adding to my wishlist!) I discovered thaToni Hacker and Ben Harnett first started this chic and edgy brand on this very day in 2005 (no april fools joke here!!) so it was only fitting to feature them as my crush of the day!
Read on to see the bags that have caught my eye. Adore!




Find them on facebook, follow them on twitter and def check out the site for some fabulous bags and accessories! 
xo