My favorite pics form the SHOPBOP SALE!

ShopBop SALE!! 25% off of full price items.
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Here are some of my favorite pieces. Use this sale to buy a pair of jeans you’ve always wanted or anything for that matter.denim

 

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Boyfriend Shirt + Distressed Denim

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The hat is old and the necklace was just long and I wanted to do something different, so I tied a close knot near my neck so it would drape down the center of my chest. Have a great day.IMG_6170

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THE BEST SHRIMP SCAMPI

DSC05566My friend cooks so passionately. I’ve never seen anyone cook like her. She makes me want to cook new and exciting dishes for my family. The other day I bought a lot of seafood attempting to go to her house and cook for her finally, but she ended up creating a dish with what I brought because she knew I was tired. I begged her to write it down as she attempted to recall what she did. She made it up on the spot. I admire those of you that can do that…

I’ve never cooked with shallots before and never knew the flavor they packed. It was essential in this dish along with garlic. She taught me that layering your food is the best way to build flavors. It’s sound crazy but it’s true. I sautéed the shallots with garlic butter and olive oil. I then seasoned that mixture with a bouillon cube (buy the powder it’s way better) and a couple dashes of pepper flakes. I then sliced up a pack of heirloom tomatoes and added them in.  Zest one lemon on top and mix. Finally, I added a little white wine. Notice I don’t have exact measurements because I want you to cook to taste as you stack all of these wonderful flavors together. Now on to the shrimp. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Lay them flat in pot on top of sauce. Remove and put in plate then the additional shrimp if you have more add in the pot. I’m saying this because I don’t want to overcrowd the shrimp in the pan because I don’t want to overcook the shrimp. Plus I want the shrimp to absorb the wonderful flavors of the sauce. Add in all the shrimp at the end and turn off the fire and cover. I then garnish with green onions over rice and you are all done.

It seems hard and time consuming but if you have all of your ingredients its pretty easy. I  hope you enjoy. Let me know if you guys want me to do more cooking segments like this. Happy Sunday. God Bless.DSC05567 DSC05578 DSC05588 DSC05589 (1) DSC05604 DSC05607

Lilo & Stitch T-Shirt + Denim

Lilo & Stitch T-Shirt + Denim

Outfit Details: Lilo &  Stitch TShirt | my favorite pair of Denim  Jeans| Bag | Gucci Ankle Strap Heels | Ray Ban shades.IMG_4797Believe it or not most of my emails consist of women not knowing what to do as far as getting over a relationship, or trying to create a wardrobe that consist of classic pieces. Although they are total opposites I’m happy that you guys trust me enough to consistently come back to check out what I wear and talk to me about  your heartaches. I feel like Im getting to know my audience all over again and what they need from me. I’m getting back into it. I can never say it enough but thank you.

As far as classic wardrobe pieces,  a vintage looking t-shirt is great when you want to go for an easy effortless look. It serves as a comfortable look yet stylish as if  you put a bit of thought into what you decided to wear. Heels or a pair of clean white tennis shoes will complete the look.

As far as relationships… that could take all day. What I will say is that you have to love yourself first.  I say this because when you love yourself, you know exactly what you want out of a relationship, why because you’ve taken the time to get to know you. You will have discovered all the things you like and don’t like, you know your worth and you then in turn will not take any crap from anyone. This is easier said than done.  Sometimes we can get caught up and start taking (shit)  things from others that we know we don’t deserve. That’s where the courage comes in. Courage in knowing that a person no longer serves you or has any purpose in your life.  No matter how hard it may hurt you, know what you deserve, why… well because you love yourself more.IMG_4780 IMG_4787 IMG_4796 IMG_4772 IMG_4808

Pages of Gold Maxi Dress

Outfit Details: Dress | Shoes | Bag.IMG_5694Love yourself, be grateful for all that you are and all that you are becoming.

I normally discuss the rollercoaster life can bring us with you by letting you guys know how I deal with them and how sad things use to make me. Now when something happens to me in my life I say I’m grateful this has happened to me and I will find a reason. Remember everything happens to us to teach us and strengthen us which makes us who we are, one of a kind and special. Know that you are special no matter what others may say about you or how they “try” to make you feel. Know what you deserve and stick to it! I think you are special… I think you deserve all you heart desires.IMG_5672 IMG_5708 IMG_5721 IMG_5727 IMG_5740 IMG_5743 IMG_5761 IMG_5774