Thursday, July 7, 2011

Pink and Green Thursday: Mexican Cobb Salad and Watermelon Martini


How delish does this Mexican salad with shrimp look? It's so healthy too, so you don't have to skimp on portions. I'm newly obsessed with Skinny Taste, the source of this lustworthy recipe, so you should all check out the plethora of healthy recipes on the site that don't forgo taste. Plus, it's pink and green - perfect for Pink and Green Thursday with Trish!

The original post is here, but all you need to do is layer shrimp, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, grilled corn, black bean salsa, cucumbers, and cheese - then voila a tasty, filling salad!

Then you can wash it all down with a refreshing watermelon martini - just try not to get too sloshed!

Recipe and photos here.

Happy Pink and Green Thursday! Can't wait to check out everyone's posts!




Wednesday, July 6, 2011

A Touch of Coral: My Way

While I've already shown you my coral inspiration, dear readers, here are some college girl budget-friendly coral shopping picks.

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Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Semi Wordless Wednesday: A Kennedy Summer

Wishing you all a summer as all-American and timeless as the Kennedys...


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A Touch of Coral

One of my favorite colors for summer is coral. I love, love, LOVE, pops of this bright, modern color in every medium: clothes, home decor, makeup, you name it. I love pink, but I don't think I wear it well - so coral is the perfect replacement. Unfortunately I don't own a lot of this lovely shade, so I'd love to get my hands on a clutch or lipstick like the beautiful coral ones below. Keep a look out for my post on normal girl shopping picks for this lovely shade. For now, just be inspired...

Can I just have this outfit, please? kthxbai.

What's your go-to summer color? 

Floored by Black and White

Loving black and white (and sometime grey) floors in all sorts of patterns and shapes. The pairing is so versatile, and as seen below, can work with any decor style. I'm seriously lusting after the chevron designs...

Monday, July 4, 2011

Fourth Festivities

Happy Fourth of July, everyone! I hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend and spending it with great friends and family. I unfortunately was under the weather this weekend, but was still able to enjoy time with family, friends, and True Blood. Also peeked at a few fireworks from my car window.

If you're last minute with your plans like I am and have an 11th hour 4th party to attend today, here is a super easy dessert to whip up and bring. It's also brought to you by Skinny Taste, so it's low in calories and guilt free!



Ingredients:
  • 10 oz angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes*
  • 2 pints strawberries, sliced
  • 2 pints blueberries

For the cream filling:
  • 6 tbsp fat-free sweetened condensed milk (I used Borden Eagle)
  • 1 1/2 cups cold water
  • 1 package sugar-free white chocolate instant pudding mix
  • 12 oz fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed

Directions:

Whisk the condensed milk and water in a bowl. Whisk in the pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set; fold in the whipped topping.

Arrange half of the cake in the bottom of a 14-cup trifle dish. Sprinkle evenly with a layer of blueberries. Spread half of the cream mixture over the blueberries and gently spread (I piped it using a plastic bag and cut the corner off). Top with a layer of strawberries. Layer the remaining cake cubes on top of the strawberries, then add more blueberries and top with the remaining cream mixture. Finish with the remaining strawberries and blueberries, arranging them in a pretty pattern. Cover and refrigerate at least one 1 hour.

*I only used 10 oz of a 16 oz cake. 


Happy Independence Day!

Friday, July 1, 2011

Fashion Friday: Muse: Carla Bruni

One of my current fashion muses/inspirations is the First Lady of France, Carla Bruni. Carla has that certain je ne sais quoi and always looks effortless. To me, she is the quintessential French woman and always looks cool, mysterious, and fashionable. Of course, being the First Lady of France and a former supermodel certainly helps this image. Enjoy this Fashion Friday with Blonde Episodes, and I hope she inspires you as much as she inspires me.






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