swimsuit season

swimsuit season is just around the corner, so i've been trying to 

substitute a couple meals a week for a smoothie instead. here's a

 yummy recipe that i highly recommend.

1/2 cup soy milk

1/2 cup water

1 medium banana

6 frozen strawberries

2 cups kale

1 cup frozen blueberries

1/2 cup ice
1 scoop soy protein powder (optional) 

blend everything together until it delicious, pour into a glass and enjoy! serves 2 (or 1 if you're hungry!)

i'll take two, please.

i've been wanting to order the talitha blouse from j.crew ever since it came out, and finally i ended up ordering it in the bohemian red and vintage berry this week. i love the colors, the silhouette, and the fabric buttons too (something about fabric buttons always gets me). i've been on the hunt for a red and berry colored blouse, so my fingers are crossed that it fits like i want it to. i plan on doing a full review once i get them in the mail next week. 

back to the basics

there's nothing better than pairing a couple basic pieces to make an everyday/go-to look. your favorite jeans, plus a white or cream blouse, and a sandal or wedge makes for an outfit that can be worn from day to night by just changing a few accessories, and maybe adding a higher heel for an evening look. finding essential pieces like a button up shirt or blouse and denim pants makes them easier to wear and you're more likely to get more wear out of them. don't buy things you like, always buy things you love. 

happy monday!

coachella: part 2

in honor of the second weekend of coachella i decided to do a post about how jealous i am that i won't be there. i hope to make it next year, but really it still doesn't make me any less jealous that i'm missing it this weekend, especially since some of my friends are there. after going to see oh land a couple weeks ago, i decided to spend every penny on concerts this summer, which means i will definitely be going to outside lands in august. i'm looking forward to seeing metallica, foo fighters, passion pit, fun, and many more awesome bands that i've been wanting to see live. 

watermelon salad

the last couple weeks i have been eating everything in sight and not working out nearly enough. from burritos, french fries, to birthday cake, i'm in need of a serious detox from food. so think week i started getting back into my normal eating habits. i saw this watermelon salad, and i thought the presentation was so creative.  and since watermelons are one of my favorite fruits, i thought this was the perfect salad for me. i tend to eat a lot of salad, so it's nice to try new recipes to change things up a little. i definitely want to make this salad with balsamic vinaigrette, and maybe some homemade croutons.   

dots

although stripes are my absolutely favorite, sometimes i cheat on them from time to time with an occasional polka dot blouse. i think polka dot blouses are best in black and white, especially if it's silk. paired with a pair of boyfriend jeans or black skinnies, and a pop of color either (i.e. a clutch, belt, or ballet flats). either way a polka dot blouse is a must!  

mr. dannijo

DANNIJO came out with some serious statement pieces. the new collection is all about eyes. my favorite piece is the leeloo necklace, aka mr. dannijo necklace (here), a gunmetal plated necklace with crystal details. looks killer when you layer two of them, and the best part is that everything from DANNIJO is handmade in new york (with love).