on this special day

This past Friday we celebrated the bf's birthday at the ping pong club; Spin Galactic. Being a person with no athletic ability I decided that I wouldn't embarrass myself by playing, rather be an observer. That in mind and taking advantage of the warm weather I decided to pull out these shorts that I recently received from Style Nanda. If you haven't check out this shopping site yet, you must!
Then something very unexpected happened.........

The bf proposed to me and now we are engaged!!! It was very unexpected and I really had no idea. I have been walking around the past few days with a permanent smile from ear to ear. P.S. Very glad that I had on a cute outfit.

Outfit: Jacket (ASOS), Tank (Forever21), Jean Shorts (Style Nada), Shoes (Stuart Weitzman)

xoxo

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mama bear's day

Happy mother's day to my wonderful and beautiful mommy! 

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behind the scenes from JOLIE lookbook shoot

A few weeks ago I published a blog post about my new line of luxury handbags/luggage, which I am about to launch. Well this week we did the shoot for our debut collection's lookbook. If you follow me on twitter than you have read all about my super exciting and nerve racking experience to be stylizing my first shoot. I am happy to say that all of the hard work has paid off. For more pictures of the behind the scenes action please check out JOLIE's blog. I would like to also give a special thanks to my wonderful friends who came out and helped out; G, Rev, Deb and Rob you girls are my angels!

xoxo

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pimp eats- chicken snitchel with cabbage salad

I love anything and everything fried! But since it is almost bikini season I have to restrain myself from greasy foods. So as I was trying to look for a way to cheat; I came up with this recipe for a chicken snitchel that is easy to make and won't effect your waist line.

Chicken Snitchel

Ingredients

• 6 large boneless chicken breast (try to get thin cutlets so you don't have to pound the chicken with a mallet when you get home) 
• 2 cups of whole wheat flour
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon of finely chopped parsley
• 4 cups of organic spelt breadcrumbs (I like using the one from ShaSha Co.)
• 2 tablespoons of grapeseed oil
• Salt and pepper 

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 F
2. Place the flour into a shallow dish. Beat the eggs and mix in the parsley into its own dish. And lastly place the breadcrumbs in another shallow dish.
3. Sprinkle the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper.
4. Take the chicken cutlets and dip it into the first bowl with flour, then into the egg mixture and lastly into the breadcrumbs. Repeat for the remaining pieces.
5. Heat a large skillet on high and pour in the grapeseed oil. Once the oil is hot add the cutlets into the pan (, and cook for 2 minutes each side. Than transfer onto a baking sheet and put the cutlets into the oven and bak for 20-30 minutes.

Cabbage Coleslaw

Ingredients

• 1 pound of green cabbage
• 1 pound of red cabbage
• 1/2 cup of coarsely chopped parsley
• 1 1/2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard (I like to substitute the 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard with organic honey sometimes if I am craving for a little sweetness)
• 2 1/2 white wine vinegar
• 5 tablespoon of good extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper (add as much or little to your liking for taste)

Directions

1. Cut cabbage into thin pieces (like shreds) and coarsely chop the parsley.
2. Make the dressing by whisking together the mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper first. Than add olive oil after everything has combined.
3. In a big bowl toss everything together.
4. Note: if you let the slaw sit for at least 20 to 30 minutes, the dressing will absorb into the cabbage and the coleslaw will be even more tasty.

xoxo

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the bra crop top

I know when everyone heard that crop tops were making its come back there was no one jumping out of their seats. Most average women (like myself) probably won't be exploring this option as it puts our most scariest body part center stage. However I love this trend and with a little encouragement I decided to put this outfit together. I was able to embrace this look by pairing the crop top with a pair of high waist trouser (a high waist pencil skirt would also look uber chic...another look to follow up), which helped me hide my trouble spots. Every fashion trend sent down the runway may not be suitable for everyone, but if you love it I say go for it.
What is made for everyone is this amazing Lady Dior bag that I scored. It is such a master piece; almost like buying Edvard Munch's "The Scream" painting but much much more practical and inexpensive!
Happy Thursday everyone!   

Outfit: Jacket and Necklace (H&M), Corset (La Perla), Pants (A Movable Feast), Shoes (Stuart Wietzman), Purse (Christian Dior), Bracelets (from top to bottom; Cartier, CC Skye, Banana Republic, Swarovski)

xoxo

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prim things- april

Olivia Palermo for Marie Claire Spain April is off the hook. As a fellow blogger I totally appreciate her aspect of promoting her blog with these pictures of her holding a vintage camera...great promo Miss Palermo. 

So this month I finally crossed over from the Black Berry world and jumped onto the iPhone bandwagon. I have to say that I am having such a fun time with the iPhone. I don't know how I ever lived without one ;) Btw thanks Jess for the phone...luv u!

Fleabags is an amazing take on fashionable grocery bags with an edge. Not only does the company promote only green and reused materials for their bags; they are also a strong support of domestic manufacturing. All of the bags are made in the USA with vintage sewing machines. A chic product that is environmentally sustainable.

xoxo

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intermix and elle canada event

This past Thursday Intermix teamed up with Elle Canada to host a shopping and styling event, with Editor-in-Chief Noreen Flanagan. Plus perfume bar brought to you by Aromachology; where you were able to create your own signature scents. There was also lots of sweet treats accompanied by Blu Giovello champagne.

Outfit: T-Shirt (American Apparel), Pants (Vintage), Platform Sandals (Stuart Wietzman), Hat (Ted Baker), Necklace (BCBG), Purse (Prada)

xoxo

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outfit of the day Erin Wasson

Erin Wasson your style is so dreamy!!!
Happy Friday!

xoxo

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