Hump Day Happy Hour: March Madness On Crack

March 23, 2011 by

March Madness began last week.  For those of you who don’t know, it is the huge NCAA college basketball tournament. I happened to be in Las Vegas when it began, and let me tell you, those people were definitely on something. Was it crack, or just a shit ton of alcohol, we will never know. What I do know is that it was crazy. Now, I am not a big basketball fan, but this year Houston is the lucky host of the Final Four so I thought I should celebrate that with a cocktail (even though my team lost in the first round…).

1 oz Peach Schnapps
1 oz Triple Sec
1 1/2 oz Vodka
4 oz  Monster Energy Drink
3 oz Orange Gatorade

Mix it all together and serve in a highball glass.

* The recipe actually calls for Amp energy drink but I personally think it is disgusting so I changed it to Monster. If you are anti-energy drink, I imagine this drink would taste good without that ingredient, although you may want to add some soda so its not too strong…

recipe courtesy of drinknation.com

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On The Look For A New Pocketbook

March 22, 2011 by

I love hand bags. I probably have almost as many bags as I do shoes, and thats saying something. But regardless of how many I own, I will never stop wanting another. Here are a few I have my eye right now…

  1. Modcloth, Reach New Levels Satchel
  2. Lord and Taylor, Ray Fringe Hobo Bag
  3. Forever 21, Leatherette Hobo Bag
  4. Forever 21, Large Drawstring handbag
  5. Target, Angie & Lola Washed Hobo
  6. Target, Converse One Star Crossbody
  7. Modcloth, Daisy Does It Bag
  8. Target, Jacqueline Courier Handbag

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Feelin’ Shady

March 21, 2011 by

It is officially spring and that means 80 degree weather or higher from here on out in Texas. And that means sunglasses are a must have accessory every day. I have a bad history with sunglasses. I break them or lose them about once a week. I have to limit myself to no more than $10 on a pair so I’m not wasting all my money on those things. Enter Forever 21. They have tons of cute sunglasses and they are all around $5! Perfect if you have the same problem I have  holding on to a pair. Here are a few of my favs right now…

  1. F1871 Sunglasses
  2. F4615 Sunglasses
  3. F2621 Sunglasses
  4. F4524 Sunglasses
  5. F5552 Sunglasses
  6. F6021 Sunglasses
  7. F4558 Sunglasses
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Just Keep Swimming…

March 18, 2011 by

This week is spring break here in Texas and that means swim suits. Even though I am not going anywhere near a beach or a pool this year, I still am drooling over all these new retro style suits…

  1. Modcloth, Women’s Beach Blanket Bingo One Piece
  2. Modcloth, Bathing Beauty One Piece
  3. Modcloth, By The Boardwalk One Piece
  4. Walmart, Suddenly Slim by Catalina-Shirred Halter Swimsuit
  5. Target, Merona Women’s Bandeau Shirred One Piece
  6. Victoria’s Secret, Retro Push Up Halter
  7. Victoria’s Secret, Retro Bandeau Top
  8. Victoria’s Secret, Retro Push Up Triangle Top
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I Have 2 Nice Racks…

March 17, 2011 by

And they hold my necklaces. Gotcha! Seriously though, using a tie rack as necklace storage might be the best idea I have ever had. Actually I stole it from my old roommate, so it wasn’t my idea at all. But it might be the best idea anyone has had. You can get a tie rack for around 5 bucks so there is no need to be wasting money on the expensive ones unless you are going for looks. (Obviously I was not if that picture is any indication). Just screw it into your closet wall and BAM! Cheap, easy storage.

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Don’t Get Pinched This Year

March 15, 2011 by

We all know St. Patrick’s Day is coming up later this week. And if you didn’t, now you do. I thought I would give you ladies a few options to wear so you don’t get pinched while out enjoying a green beer (or two…or three..) Slainte!!

  1. Forever 21, Geometric Bow Waist Dress
  2. Amazon, OPI Green-Wich Village Nail Color
  3. Modcloth, Link Happy Thoughts Sandal
  4. DSW, Coconuts Mena Wedge Sandal
  5. Target, Twisted Seed Beaded Necklace
  6. The Limited, Ruffle Front Top
  7. The Limited, Green Striped Strapless Dress
  8. Target, Merona Tahira Sleeveless Top
  9. Boden, Ruffled Ribbon Necklace
  10. The Limited, Wow Ruffle Shirt

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The Apple Of My Eye

March 14, 2011 by

Let me start this by saying I am an apply crisp lover. However, now matter where you get it, it is bound to have a million gazillion calories. That doesn’t really work for me. What I have discovered, ladies, is the answer to my prayers. Dole Apply Cinnamon Fruit Crisp. Individual apple crisp serving that can travel with me wherever I may go. Low calorie, low fat, and delicious. A+ rating in my book.

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Fabulous Footwear Friday

March 11, 2011 by

As I have mentioned previously, I have got spring on the brain and these shoes scream warm, sunny days to me. I am in love with these shoes. The price tag, not so much. But a girl can dream, right?

Anthropologie, Lemon Stick Wedges

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Do You Believe In Magic?

March 11, 2011 by

I sure do! That is, I believe in L’Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base. I put this on before foundation (obviously, that’s what you do with primers after all) and it makes my skin feel like silk, or in the words of Ak, a baby’s behind. It evens out my skin tone and makes my pores look smaller. Its like a magic! Guess that’s where they got the name…

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Etsy Spotlight: Crazy4Handstamping

March 10, 2011 by

For those of you who missed it, my beautiful sister Der recently had a birthday.  I wanted to get her something very meaningful for her gift this year instead of just another cute clothing item, although we all know how she loves those :). During my quest I came across the Crazy4Handstamping etsy shop. They have soooo many cute items you can personalize, and all of them are very reasonably priced. I went with #1, and it was a huge hit, perfect gift for a new mom! Here are just a few of the options at this shop, they pretty much have something for whatever occasion you are shopping for, or even if you just want one for yourself 🙂

  1. Name and Date Tag- Handstamped Sterling
  2. Name and Date Tag w/ Birthstone Dangle
  3. I Love You to the Moon Handstamped
  4. Confirmation Baptism Special Occasion Handstamped Sterling Silver Necklace
  5. The Wedding Locket w/Something Blue
  6. New Baby- Handstamped Sterling Silver Necklace
  7. The Runner’s Charm-Sterling Silver Necklace

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