Tuesday, September 20, 2011

The Fall Jacket

I have a huge weakness for jackets, coats, vests... basically any 3rd Piece layering item!  And... fall jackets are my favorite (cuter and less bulkier than winter coats)! Right now I am obsessed with blazers (tweed, pop color, lace)... and I am pretty sure I am going to substitute them as my fall jacket this year! Wish I could buy all of the jackets below! Love!

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Monday, September 19, 2011

Instagram: Philadelphia Stuffed Chicken

When I started this blog, I never intended on having recipes of any sorts!  Pictures of pretty food that I ordered out - yes!  But... not photos of food I cooked myself!  Because... when I started this blog you would have only gotten photos of lean cuisine spaghetti with meat sauce (yes, I am pretty sure I bought out my local grocery store of this every single week)... or photos of cereal (lucky charms are pretty... but not that pretty!) and maybe, if you were lucky you might get something a little bit more advanced... like a smoothie or a yummy salad!  That was cooking to me :)  I am not sure why I never cooked... I come from a family of excellent cooks!  I think it's just safe to say.... it's never fun to cook for just one!  But when there are two.... look what I (we) can do :)


Philadelphia Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients:
  • skinless chicken breasts
  • light philadelphia cream cheese
  • fresh basil leaves
  • prosciutto
  • salt, pepper, italian seasoning
Directions:

I am not sure if I am going to be good at the "directions" part... but basically I first made the stuffing by mixing together the cream cheese with chopped fresh basil leaves (as well as sprinkling some basil seasoning on it).  Then we prepped the chicken by slicing it open and seasoning it with italian seasoning, salt and pepper.  After that we stuffed the chicken breast with the cream cheese mixture, closed it back up and seasoned the outside of the chicken with the same seasonings (as well as adding a little more basil).  After that we wrapped the chicken in prosciutto and put it in the oven at 400* for 20 minutes and voila... a perfect chicken!

I wish I could take credit for the yummy gnocchi we had on the side, but you can get that pre-made at Trader Joes!  Pop into the microwave for five minutes and it's done!  But I did make the salad... but that isn't difficult, so no need to give directions on that ;)

Serve with a {Pimm's Cup} and you got yourself one delicious meal :) 

Saturday, September 17, 2011

Friday's Fancies: {Gameday Chic}

...a little late! I couldn't pass up {av}'s Friday's Fancies this week since the theme was gameday chic and football tailgating is one of my favorite things ever! :) However, I kind of like a lot of teams!  I definitely always put my Hoosiers first... but, love, love, love Ohio State football (I know this is kind of conflicting since they are both in the Big 10... but it kind of is what it is)!  I will always support the Browns since I will always call Ohio home... but usually have another favorite football team since the Browns... well, they're the Browns!  So, this year I am trading the Chicago Bears for the Washington Redskins since... well, I may have promised to be a fan this year... and so far, after last week's game, I kind of like my decision! :)  Oh... and also because the Bear's quarterback who took them to the super bowl in 2006 is now the quarterback for the Redskins - (I love how that just made me sound like a real football fan or something ;) !!  Below is what I would wear tailgating.. nothing too fancy - just perfect!


Oh, and I am pretty sure I will be eating these while watching the game sometime this season (most likely after some homemade chili and dips)... Yum!! Happy Football weekend!! 


Thursday, September 15, 2011

Just Saying...

I love this quote! It is so true… at least in my life!! I think it is great for people to always remember that you can go your own way and take adventures that are unfamiliar and scary! I wouldn’t change any of my moves or the places I’ve gone for anything in the world! Have a great Thursday! xxoo.

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Wishlist Wednesday

I have had a huge crush on the {Cocoa and Hearts} paintings by Jen Ramos from {Made by Girl} for a long time!  But... recently I was reminded how much I want one of my own after seeing it hanging in this lovely {workspace}!  So pretty!!

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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Missoni for Target

Today is the day!!! I know you have heard the hype, seen the ads, and gotten super pumped for the epic 400-piece Missoni for Target collection! I am pretty sure I have been counting down the days for this launch for about, umm... 6 months now! Well, the wait is over... I'll be heading to Target after work tonight to browse the collection and (most likely) purchase a few items!! Especially those cheveron shoes... love! Enjoy the collection online {here}!

Not only am I excited to check out their apparel and accessories, but I think I am most excited for their home items!  Love the shower curtain and rugs below!! Happy Shopping!

Monday, September 12, 2011

Instagram: Abbey Road

Hi Friends! I hope you had a great weekend!! I did :)  Really low key... but great company!! :)  While I did instagram this weekend, I thought I would share some more photos from London.  These instagrams are from Abbey Road... where we paid a quick tribute to the Beatles!  I had always wanted to visit this famous location since my middle school days when I had a slight obsession with the Beatles (I can sing 'Hey Jude' from memory... since I used to listen to it on repeat)!  And... while it is just another crosswalk in London... it was pretty cool to see Abbey Studios and the graffiti-ed wall with notes from fans around the world!

Can't wait to see your photos!! xxoo!

Saturday, September 10, 2011

Happy Weekend and Link Love!

Happy Weekend!  This week went by so fast... 4 day weeks always do and I was super busy with work so I didn't even realize it was Friday yesterday!!!  It was so crazy that I haven't even fully unpacked from London nor called my mom to catch her up on my trip.... phone date tomorrow MOM - promise!! However... in the madeness I was still able to read some of your pretty blogs and here are a few links I loved this week!


I stumbled across this blog this week and absolutely adore it!  First of all... love the blog name, {Sequins and Stripes}... umm, my two favorite things!  But... look at her {wishlist}, I'm pretty sure I could clone it and call it mine! 


The girls from {Honestly WTF} celebrated Fashion's Night Out at Free People in NYC making their ever so popular DIY friendship bracelets with shoppers!  Wish I could have been there!!

One of my long time favorite blogs {apartment 34} has updated her look... check out some of her {updates} here!  Love the look Erin!

Have a great weekend!!! xxoo

Friday, September 9, 2011

...but wine is my favorite!

Why do banks and other online accounts use security questions that are subjective or could change?! This isn't the first time I have locked an account because I just can't remember my answer to something that is my "favorite"!  Don't they realize that there are people out there whose favorites change daily?! But... I thought this was a safe answer since this hasn't changed in 8 years!!! :)  Guess not...  Ugh! : /  

Pleats Please!

Everyone in London was wearing pleated maxi skirts... including all of the mannequins in pretty much every store!  The most popular color I saw was red... but every color was well represented!  I can't really pull off the maxi skirt look, but if I could... I would want all of these! :)  Maybe I can find the pleated look in a shorter version... like the blue one below - LOVE!

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Fashion's Night Out

Tonight is the 3rd Annual Fashion's Night Out... and while I wish I was still in London or even NYC for this fabulous event, I'm heading to Philly's Rittenhouse Square for a FNO party at BCBGMAXAZRIA!  Nothing like drinking a little champagne before shopping (I think this is why my bank account hates me!) Oh, and I just learned today that FNO began in NYC in 2009 to encourage us to shop and support the fashion industry during the tough economic climate!  Love that (especially since I work in retail... and get bonus' based on how much YOU shop ;)!  Hope you are able to partake in an event near you....

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Just Saying...

I have always loved fun, inspirational quotes.... especially quotes about living the most fabulous life possible ...or women who do what they truly love (all of you bloggers fit into this category)! I used to write these down and read them often, so I thought I would share some of my favorites with you weekly!  It's always nice to be reminded that life is what you make of it... and with a positive attitude amazing things will happen! :)  Lots of love!

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