Top: BCBG | Blazer: mark. | Necklace: Chanel | Pants: Current/Elliott (on sale!, last seen here) | Bag: Chanel | Rings: mark. I must be having a thing for light blue denim lately - I didn't even realize! I'm just trying to do what I can to make myself feel more spring-like while still covering up, and I'm so sick of all my dark colored pants. I especially love lighter denim paired with this lemony-yellow - it makes me think of sunshine and warmer days, and helps me see the light at the end of this long, long winter. At least this week...

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You've probably seen this meme around the blogosphere already, but I was tagged by the lovely Elle to share 5 things about me. So, here we go - five totally random things about me: Image via 1. I'm kind of a total romantic. Not in the roses and poetry and candlelight way, but in the "I believe in true love" way. Sappy, right? I don't think I tend to act that way in real life, but inside...I'm a true believer. Which is possibly also why I may end up single forever, but honestly, I'd rather be single than...

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Tank: J. Crew | Jacket: Izzue (similar; $30 off with code POPSUGAR30) | Scarf: Club Monaco | Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim (in blue) | Pants: Levi's (thanks Cuz! - similar) | Boots: Report | Necklace: Maya Brenner Photos by Lauren ...

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Some highlights from my weekend: 1. I tried a new recipe, Lemon-Caper Salmon with Greek Yogurt - probably one of the easiest I've made in a while! The Recipe Review will go up Friday for this one.  2. Brunch at Five Points - I've been wanting to return to Five Points for brunch ever since I went last time, and we finally went this weekend! My sister and I shared the fries, lemon ricotta pancakes, and sausage benedict, all of which was amazing. I highly recommend the pancakes if you ever go, and I'm not even a fan...

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I have a weakness for soup noodles, especially when it's cold out - it's a perfect wintry comfort treat, so I was especially eager to try Candice Kumai's Lime Chicken Soup (yes, I'm still loving her cookbook because everything is both delicious and actually healthy!), which is based on Vietnamese pho (which I love!). (And yes, I recognize that it's "officially" spring, but until it actually warms up it's still winter to me!) This recipe was definitely somewhat more difficult in terms of figuring out how I was supposed to prep the vegetables, but aside from that it's...

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Jacket: Izzue (similar) | Tee: Topshop | Necklace: mark. | Skirt: Helmut Lang | Wallet: Proenza Schouler | Shoes: Elizabeth and James (similar) I love mixing up different textures and looks - like this very feminine, ladylike skirt, with a sporty tee (it actually says GEEK on it), and tough leather jacket, with killer heels. Mix in something sparkly like the necklace and it's a combo of tough but feminine, especially with bright lips. It's the equivalent of announcing: "I may be a girl, but I'm not pushover." After all, every outfit you put on says something about...

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I'm not a person who likes to spend money on my hair - I generally get it cut twice a year, rarely colored it, and mostly left it on its own to do its thing. (I rarely even blow dry it, unless I'm about to go to bed, or go out in the winter and it isn't dried yet.) That said, I do believe that the cut and color makes a huge difference, and there are currently only two people in the world that I trust with my mane! For cuts: Addison is seriously a miracle worker. I...

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Blazer: Cartonniere (similar) | Tee: J. Crew (similar) | Necklace: Ann Taylor | Jeans: Joe's Jeans | Booties: Zara (similar & on sale) | Bag: Chanel Part of the fun of giving up shopping for Lent (two more weeks!!) is remixing pieces from my existing wardrobe. I've recently rediscovered this striped blazer, and now I keep reaching for it since it's such a classic! And, to keep this outfit from getting too boring, I had to wear my leopard print booties. Another favorite, and they just add that extra something to the outfit.  See the all of my...

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Image via Happy Monday! How was your weekend? Mine was generally very laid back and chilled, spent indoors and hiding from winter weather that refuses to let up! (Did Mother Nature not get the memo that it's March? Sigh.) Regardless, I did a bit of spring cleaning this weekend - I tidied up my blog layout with new sidebars and a new navigation bar, and then helped my sister redesign her food blog and clean it up as well! Now I need to do the same to my closet - it's time for a clean out! More snow today...

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 One beauty trend I've been noticing (and loving) lately is blue eyeliner and orange lips - the color combination is so fresh and gorgeous, perfect for spring! Hot Lips image via | Dramatic Eyes image via Women's Health To recreate these looks, the products I'd suggest are: Hot Lips: Eyeliner for the lower lash line: Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes in Turquoise 7L | Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil in Electric Lips: YSL Rouge Volupte Shine No. 14 Corail in Touch | Sephora Rouge Cream Lipstick in Jealous 07 Dramatic Eyes: Eyeliner: Sephora Nano Eyeliner in Lagoon | Make...

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For today's Style 101 post, I bring you what I consider to be the five essential types of bags to have, enough to cover every occasion. (Technically, you only need one in each category...but it's so much more fun to have options!) For work:  I've said it before, but there are three essential components for a work bag: 1. It must be big enough to hold papers if necessary; 2. It should be in a neutral color so that it isn't too flashy and will go with pretty much every work outfit you wear; and 3. It should...

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Blazer: Cartonnier (similar & on sale) | Shirt: Gap (other colors) | Long-sleeve shirt: Club Monaco (similar) | Skirt: J. Crew (on major sale!) | Tights: Madewell | Boots: Vince Camuto | Bag: Mulberry (similar) | Necklace: mark. (out on 3/23) I am literally trying to will Spring into coming by wearing less layers...unfortunately, aside from sunnier days, the temps haven't been consistently warm yet, but I remain hopeful! Photos by Lauren ...

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Happy Monday! I normally wouldn't post two Recipe Reviews in a row, but after posting this photo on Facebook & Instagram:  I got so many requests for the recipe that I thought I'd just post it today! (You're welcome!) This was a recipe I'd been wanting to try for a while, and I got into a baking mood and headed to Whole Foods to pick up the three things I didn't have for this recipe. (Good thing my sister bakes every once in a while and had an abundance of all the rest of the ingredients already! Thanks...

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One note: This recipe is for 4 servings and I've made the whole recipe for a few people as well as an individual portion, so I noted what I did for the individual portion with each step, marked with an asterisk. The ingredients! Caper-Lemon Dressing* 1/4 cup caper brine (from the caper jar) 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon honey or agave nectar (optional) *I made the whole thing for the dressing even when I made it for myself, to save me the hassle of...

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So since I started freelance personal styling about a month ago, I've gotten people asking whether the service is available internationally, I've had a boy ask me if I could help him, and I've also had friends in New York asking if I could physically go shopping with them to help them out. As a result, I decided to start my own consulting/personal styling business that would provide a styling service that would address all those needs and more (and make it affordable!), and I am thrilled to announce that my styling services are here! Check out my...

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For the second installment of Style 101 post, after discussing The Basics, I thought I'd cover the essentials of accessorizing with jewelry. With high, round, or boatneck necklines, you can afford to wear a big, statement necklace that is longer than your standard 16". This is especially true with plain t-shirts! Blue tee: J. Crew | Gold metal & rhinestone necklace: BaubleBar With v-neck shirts, I love to accent with a necklace that mimics the shape of the neckline. V-neck tee: J. Crew | Gold necklace: BaubleBar With a dress or top that has a lot of detail,...

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Sweatshirt: Prabal Gurung for Target | Pants: H&M (similar) | Booties: Rag & Bone (similar & cheaper) | Purse: Chanel By now you've all met Pat the Pup, but Lauren and I couldn't resist bringing him along with us when we went to take photos this weekend. I miss the little munchkin already! Also, you may notice that my hair looks different - I got it done last week at Alibi 25 salon with Rayna - she's amazing! If you ever need someone to help you with balayage highlights, she's your girl. I was terrified my hair would turn...

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I hope everyone had a great weekend! I spent mine dog sitting for my sister's friend: How adorable is he? He's such a cuddly pup that he's almost more like a cat. haha. And he was so good! We told his owner that Pat is welcome back anytime at all. Left to right: In the Conservatory (Albert Bartholome, ca. 1881) - the actual dress was on display too, it's crazy how tiny women's waists were!; Camille (Claude Monet, 1866); July: Specimen of a Portrain (James Tissot, 1878) Yesterday I went to The Met for the Impressionism, Fashion, and...

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Announcing a new column - Recipe Review! I decided to share my adventures in the kitchen - I am by no means a good chef, and that's kind of the point. I like to try new recipes all the time, and because I'm such a beginner I thought it might be helpful to share the recipes and add in tips and things that I didn't know until I went through the process of making something. Enjoy! First up: Roasted Garlic-Lentil Soup, from Candice Kumai's Cook Yourself Sexy: Easy Delicious Recipes for the Hottest, Most Confident You Ingredients: 2 garlic...

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