The Week(s) in Review: Fashion, Food and Fitness

Alright guys, I have a serious confession to make.  I've been out of my mind busy with work the last couple of weeks.  I'm working on a really exciting project and it's pretty much consumed me (in a good way) because I think about it all.the.time.  So much so that I've barely had time to focus on the blog.  And it's amazing what happens when you run out of a back up stock of outfit pictures - you find yourself coming up with more creative ways to send your readers content (ex: today's post and Wednesday's window shopping post...).  

Also I have another confession, while I had the best intentions to start the Tone It Up bikini series this week, it's completely fallen through.  I don't know what planet I'm living on, but the going to bed at 11:30 PM and setting an alarm for 6:00 AM thing is just not happening.  

So without further adieu I'm leaving you with a little bev recipe to help you ring in the warm weather and as a token of my forgiveness for neglecting our weekly recaps.  Let me know what you think

Shandy:
2 tbs lemon juice  //  1 tbsp sugar
3/4 cup water (or sparkling)  //  3/4 cup beer
Ice  //  Lemon for garnish (I clearly forgot this from the picture below)

Let me know if you try this - I found it pretty refreshing on a Sunday afternoon!

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The Week: Fashion, Food and Fitness

This last week I...

Hit the gym 4 times!  I'm finally getting back into a routine and it feels great.  Now I just need to actually use that kickboxing class I purchased on Groupon....

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Had an impromptu brunch and shopping sesh with Jen and Krista last Saturday when our photo sesh got completely rained out.  Krista and I ventured to the UWS (like wayyyyyy UWS) to get supplies at Michael's for the DIY I posted about last weekend.  I ended up with a new friend for my dresser, a super cute pair of shoes from TJ Maxx (coming to the blog next week!) and some hot pink striped straws.  Because everyone needs hot pink striped straws.  Right?  Right.

Could not stop drooling over this Halston Heritage dress.  And as fate would have it the day after I tried it on for size to stalk until it went on sale, it went on sale for 40% off.  After working my "shopping math" wizard magic, I scored it for more than 50% off.  Now that's a great feeling.

Found out I'm running the NYC marathon!!!!!  What?!  Time to start training!  Well, not seriously til August...

Started up with #StyleMeApril!  It's been about 2 years since I first participated and it was super helpful with my outifts last week!  Want to learn more?  Head to Hilary Rushford's blog for all the deets.

Guest posted for Sarah as she makes a big move back to our hometown!  Check out the post here.

Met David Bromstad at the David Bromstad x Naturalizer press event!  I love David and was SO excited to meet him and see his collection - it truly was inspiring.  More on deets that later! 

I picked up some coral nail polish for the first time ever!  One of my besties raved about Covergirl Outlast Stay Brilliant so I thought I'd give it a shot and try a new hue!

Made this amazing chicken/bacon/broccoli/rice dish - it was SO easy and a fun little treat for dinner each night. 

Also, I'm gearing up for the Peter Som x Kohl's launch next week - have you seen it?  Seriously great pieces - check them all out here.  What are you eyeing?!  I am having a hard time narrowing down my choices...  That could be a problem.

May have done some post HH shopping with the Piperlime 25% off sale - they have some really great stuff right now!  Hurry, the sale ends tomorrow!

I'm also still planning to stop by the United Nude sample sale next week - if you're in the area be sure to check it out!


Whew - that was a full week wasn't it?  What did you do this week?


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The Week: Fashion, Food and Fitness

 This week I...

Made it to the gym twice - I'm getting there!

Made this super delicious cauliflower sauce recipe from Pinch of Yum (I'm insisting you try it - it's such a great substitute for alfredo sauce!)

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Stopped by the Trask and Johnston & Murphy press preview - they have a lot of great things in store for Fall! In case you didn't catch my post with Trask - check it out here!  These wedges will be in heavy rotation come spring!

Am debating trying this little DIY project - how cute is it?

Am currently scheming a savings plan for this beyond adorable swim suit - the pink and the scollops are just to.die.for.

Spent a solid hour on Tuesday night catching up on Suri's Burn Book - I normally don't keep up with celebrity gossip but I often forget how hilarious this thing is!

Discovered the coolest "color finder" website via one of my coworkers - check it out here!

Stumbled upon cute little prints by "imkellycummings" and love this one about "glorifying busy"

Also, I'm planning on attending the United Nude sample sale on April 8 - if you're in the area check it out - details here!



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The Week: Fashion, Food, Fitness

This week I...

 
Had a bit of a hard time getting back to real life after mine and Krista's escape to Hilton Head last weekend!  Check out the cutest video she made here.

Didn't make it to the gym at all (still giving my back a rest and fighting insomnia) but am getting back to it next week starting with the Tone It Up girls and their focus on National Nutrition Month (for March) - head here for some more details.

Succumbed to some Gilt splurges!  What started as the roomie notifying me of the J Brand sale ended in purchasing a mint jersey dress and a white tweed jacket.  More spring tweed favorites here and here.

Started prepping for another round of the East v. West Style series!  First post launches on the 18th so stay tuned!

Debuted my first #springstyle series post yesterday.  I put together a work look with my new Sole Society beauties to give you some inspiration!

Also, tune in next week to see my post along with the other lovely ladies from the North v. South collab styling a little monogram surprise!

 
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The Week: Fashion, Food, Fitness

This week was a fashion heavy week and I couldn't have been happier about it!

Celebrated National Margarita Day at Toloache (I highly recommend - the food was amazing).

I stocked up on some bright red tulips to brighten up the living room.

Brunched at Prune with Krista followed by a stop at Ina where I feel head over heels (pun intended) for those gold stunners above (I'm still dreaming of them and am debating stalking them to see if they go on sale!).

Finally made this delish flank steak recipe (I couldn't find cotton twine to save my life).

I visited GiGi New York at their showroom and received a personal tour from Rosella of the spring, summer and fall collections.  Stay tuned for more on GiGi New York from me and definitely keep your sights on them for fall.  It was all beyond gorgeous!

Finally received the DVF Marvela jacket I've been crushin' on since October (post coming soon!).

Went to the Ted Baker London Spring/Summer preview - it was such a blast.  The circus #getinontheact theme was complete with funnel cakes, pop rocks popcorn, mini corndogs, a band and of course beyond gorgeous clothes and accessories. 

I went by the SJP x Nordstrom pop up shop and drooled over the shoes for a bit - my top three choices include the classic Diana, the statement Lady and the super girly girl Etta.  I may or may not be contemplating scooping up one of these lovely ladies

Oh and I went to the gym on Monday, tweaked my back post-workout and didn't make it back...  Get at me summer body #wishfulthinking.

Stay tuned to my Instagram and Twitter this weekend to catch mine and Krista's adventure down to Hilton Head!


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