BLUSH CRUSH

This year, G and I both had labor day off! It was amazing. We slept in, drank coffee in bed, and headed out to the Cliff House for a late brunch in the amazing, sunny weather we've been having.

And, if that wasn't exciting enough, I was able to pull out several of my new favorite things from my trip to So Cal!! G tried his hand being my photographer for the first time, and I think he knocked it out of the park!!

I'm definitely in love with neutrals right now, especially anything blush! I'm living in these lace-up Steve Madden Flats; they are so comfortable and so chic! I'm also currently crushing on the lace bralette trend, and this one from Free People comes in so many beautiful colors, and is absolutely exquisite.

As per usual, you can shop my look in the side bar this week!!

#currentlycrushing #blush #neutral #stevemadden #flats #bralette #fashion #summer #summerfashion

RECIPE BOX: BEET AND FETA SALAD

It's difficult to eat as many salads in SF as we ate in Newport. I think it's the cooler weather; you just don't want a salad when it's foggy outside. So I've had to learn to be creative and make our salads heartier. This salad came from a craving I was having for something that was salty and citrus-laden. I'm also currently crushing on the slightly sweet goodness that is steamed beets. Trader Joes has some yummy, pre-packaged ones in their produce section, so when I saw them I grabbed a few lemons, some feta, and a bag of kale before heading home to concoct this delightfully satisfying and health salad.

Beet and Feta Salad

Ingredients

2 Chicken Breasts, cooked and chopped

4 Beets, steamed, peeled and diced

1 Lemon, juiced

1 Bag Kale, chopped

Oregano, dried

Salt

Pepper

Olive Oil

Directions

Cook the chicken breasts however you prefer. I like to cook mine in a pan on the stovetop with a little EVOO and some salt and pepper. Once cooked, dice into bite-size pieces. Dice the beats as well, into pieces the same size as the chicken. For the dressing, take the juice of one lemon, and add salt, pepper and dried oregano to taste (I used around 1 tsp pepper, 1 tsp oregano, and 1/2 tsp salt). While whisking, add olive oil to achieve desired consistency (around 1/4 cup usually does it). Dress the kale! This is super important. Kale needs to sit in an acidic vinegarette for a bit before being eaten. It helps wilt the kale slightly, which is definitely needed since kale is such a fiberous, leafy green. When you're ready to eat, top the salad with the chicken, beets, and a generous handful of feta, then toss and serve!

P.S. if you're looking for some more substance, add some quinoa! It's a delicous addition to this salad!

#600CalorieMeals #Recipebox #Salad #Fresh #Currentlycrushing

CURRENTLY CRUSHING: STELLA AND DOT

There's something about August melting into September that makes me crave new fashion. Especially since we're entering our Indian Summer here in San Francisco. Stella and Dot is probably my top go-to site for accessory inspiration, and this season it's no different! I've rounded up a few of my favorite crushes for you to peruse!

Deja Vu Pearl Stud Spike Earrings | Union Square Scarf | Ally Double Wrap Bracelet | Rebel Pendant | Black Basket Weave Zip Wallet

What do you think, Reader? Any of these tempt you? I can tell you with 99% assurance that the Gold Deja Vu Pearl Stud Spikes will be making their way into my closet this fall!!

#currentlycrushing #jewlery #fashion #accessories