Halloweeeen!

Halloween is one of my favorite holidays! Ever since I was a kid, I love dressing up. I've been everything from Cleopatra to ugly Betti. Take a look!What are you going to be for Halloween?

Twinkle, Sparkle and Bling

It's no secret that I am a little bit obsessed with jewelry. My heart skips a beat when I see beautiful sparkly, shiny jewels. As I was clicking through the internet, I was surprised to find an article in The Wall Street Journal's Personal Journal front page about the return of the yellow diamond. My love of jewelry is a hereditary trait, and my mom indulges in gifting me with beautiful pieces. For my birthday this year, I received the most beautiful citrine and diamond earrings -- not yellow diamonds but hey, I'm still blinging! Check out the yellow rocks below. Two words: I DIE!

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She's Crafty

As the days get colder, I'm starting to look for those items that will keep me warm while having a level of style. I found a great turban headband for those cold winter days. Living in Chicago teaches you how to dress warmly or else...you will freeze. So, when I saw this I thought why buy it when I can make it. Then, I thought why make it when  my awesomely crafty friend Lauren at She's Crafty  is an expert at all things DIY. Above is my inspiration from Eugina Kim collection...and below is the DIY from Lauren. (She made a two!)

Check out SHE'S CRAFTY...so many good DIY ideas! Thanks, LL!! Can't wait to wear it!

Hosting a Harvest Cocktail Party

October is the perfect time of year to host a Harvest cocktail party for your friends and family.  This is a great excuse to gather everyone before the holidays. To make the party planning a little easier, keep the ingredients simple and the drinks plentiful. Making creative use of the oven with classic autumn ingredients like pumpkin, caramel, and apples will leave your hands free so that you can enjoy a cocktail and the party! 

To create the warm autumn feeling for your gathering burn pumpkin or cinnamon scented candles, and create a beautiful but simple table top with season produce like acorns, hazelnuts, and seasonal pumpkins. You can do most the food recipes the night before and focus on decorating your party space the day of your event.

Check out my Pinterest for more ideas and links.

To Drink: 

Kissed Caramel Appletini

·         2 oz. SMIRNOFF® Kissed Caramel Flavored Vodka

·         1.5 oz. apple juice

·         .25 oz. lemon juice

·         .25 oz. simple syrup

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
Shake well. Strain into martini glass. Garnish with thin apple slices and a caramel rim.

Iced Strawberry Shortcake Martini

·         2 oz. SMIRNOFF® Iced Cake Flavored Vodka

·         3 fresh strawberriew

2 oz. lemonade

.5 oz. amaretto liqueur

Directions:

Muddle strawberries and vodka in a shaker.  Add other ingredients. Shake well with ice and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a strawberry and a lemon twist.

Dessert Cocktail

 Iced Cake & Coffee

·         1.5 oz. SMIRNOFF® Iced Cake Flavored Vodka

·         3 oz. brewed coffee  (regular or decaf)

       1 oz. milk or half & half

   .5 oz. simple syrup

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake well. Pour into a double rocks glass. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

To Eat:

Sweet Potato & Beef Shepherd's Pies

Pumpkin Sage and Spicy Sausage Pizza Recipe

Roasted Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto

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Good Girl Gone Bad

Hola Hola!

I wore this outfit last weekend for a night out. It's a twist on good girl gone bad. The details on sheer shirt and studded pencil skirt make all the difference!! Top it off with cool/funky hair, classic black pumps and voila! Sassy Friday night!

What do you guys think?