Friday Funday

Happy Friday, B&B!

I hope your plans this weekend include bon fires, friends, cold drinks, and lots of love. I know mine do! Have a safe and fun weekend!

Forever on the 50,

C

It's an Addiction...Newest Online Faves

Happy Thursday, B&B!

So, yesterday, I spent quite a bit of money shopping online. I shopped several places, and some things I got were staple pieces. (Hello new shep shirt.) I do not regret my decision and it's absolutely worth it to me! From Lilly Pulitzer I ordered the Sanibel Island tunic in Resort White Right Red Return, The Janice Shift in Scuba to Cuba, The Skipper Popover in Scuba to Cuba, and another pair of Callahan shorts in Shorely Blue Sea Cups. I will do styled outfit posts once everything comes in. What have you been eyeing lately?

Forever on the 50,

C 

Go Bananas

Happy Wednesday, B&B!

Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite recipes! As I mentioned here, I try to be fairly healthy and even take that a step further to be organic. One of my favorite treats is ice cream, though it’s not typically organic and even if it is, it’s still not healthy. So, what I do is cut up a banana, freeze it for a few days, and put it in my food processor. It tastes exactly like and has the texture of banana ice cream! What do you all do for a healthy spin on typically unhealthy foods? Photo credit: Pinterest.

Forever on the 50,

C

Hawaiian Dreamin

Happy Tuesday, B&B!

Yesterday, I found this picture on Pinterest and I need it to happen to my life. Like, right now.  Have any of you ever gone on vacation with your best friend? What are you all doing to pass the days? Are you still in school?

Forever on the 50,

C

Grad Party Recap

Happy Monday, B&B!

My graduation party was a smashing success! We had mediterranean food, played games, and had great music. My friends all loved it. It was quite the process and I'm so glad it's over because it is exhausting, but in the best way possible! I wore the dress I blogged about Friday with gold and black Steve Madden sandals. Are any of you still planning grad parties? What were your parties like?

Forever on the 50,

C

Let's Have A Party, Let's Have It...Tomorrow?

Happy Friday, B&B!

Tomorrow is my grad party, and this is my party dress! It’s Calvin Klein! How should I accessorize?! Flats or heels?! Should I wear my white floppy hat, or is that too derby?

Forever on the 50,

C

Thursday Travails

Happy Thursday, B&B!

Today, I have a job interview in the morning and two more appointments the rest of the day! Busy me!!! It's days like these that I'm thankful for my Lilly Pulitzer agenda. Mine is in the print "Trippin' and Sippin.'" What are you guys doing today?! 

Forever on the 50,

C

Help A Sister Out

Happy Wednesday, Dolls!

Today, I’m asking for advice! Since I’ve worn a uniform every day of my school career, I need more Fall clothes. That being said, I want to start building my collection now to avoid sticker shock come September. What are your Fall fashion must-haves?!

Forever on the 50,

C

Plan On It

Happy Tuesday, B&B!

Yesterday, I just ran around and did errands (my graduation party is Saturday, so I’m busy with things of that nature.) I wore a crisp white button down and orange shorts, and threw an orange cardi over my shoulders! I kept accessories minimal and just wore my pearl earrings and gold flip flops. Do any of you have cute grad party ideas?!

Forever on the 50,

C

Graduation

Happy Monday, B&B!

Yesterday, I celebrated a milestone! I graduated and I am READY for the summer and for college. Thanks for all the support you give to B&B, it really has made the past year worth while. Here’s to the last four and the next forty!

Forever on the 50,

C

Baccalaureate Recap

Happy Friday, Bows and Blitzes! 

Above is the outfit I wore to baccalaureate last night! It’s a Lilly Pulitzer Margate Shift dress in white. I wore no jewelry and nude pumps. Accessories didn’t really matter, my gown covered my dress. As you read this, I’m on my way to mother-daughter luncheon at the country club! Have a fantastic day!

Forever on the 50,

C

Baccalaureate 5.14.15

Happy Thursday, B&B!

Tonight is my baccalaureate ceremony. For those unfamiliar, it’s the last mass my class will ever celebrate together. As a Catholic, it’s a very cool tradition and it’s very important. Our baccalaureate is held at our cathedral, pictured above. Did any of you have a baccalaureate?

Forever on the 50,

C

Honors Night Recap

Happy Wednesday, Bows and Blitzes! 

Last night was Honors Night. I received a few awards and *finally* got my NHS stoll and honors cords to wear at graduation! I wore striped shorts from The Limited,” a white tank, and a navy blazer. I accessorized with a gold bow necklace and wedges! Tomorrow is baccalaureate :)

Forever on the 50,

C

May Crowning Recap-5.12.15

Happy Tuesday Bows and Blitzes!

This is the dress I wore for May crowning! It’s from last summer, but it is from J.Crew. I accessorized with pearl bow sandals and a pearl hammock necklace. I love the seersucker, it truly screams “Summer!” It’s also one of my most comfortable dresses. You really can’t go wrong with a shift! Do any of you have May crowning celebrations at your school?

Forever on the 50,

C

New Summer Blonde

Happy Monday, B&B!

This is my new hair color, what do you think?! I’m in love. Today starts all of our graduation festivities! I have may crowning at 8:30  this AM! Do any of your schools have a may crowning celebration?!

Forever on the 50,

C

This Is It

Happy Friday, Bows and Blitzes! 

I am officially done with high school! Yayyy! it’s a bittersweet moment for me. High school, especially all girls, private high school, absolutely made me who I am today. It made me an empowered young woman, and I am beyond ready to take on the world. College here I come!

Today, I have an appointment to get my hair recolored before graduation festivities next week. It should look like the above picture before it’s all said and done! I’ll do an update post for you Monday, as I will have many, many outfits to share next week. I hope you have an excellent weekend!

Forever on the 50,

C 

Go Organic

Happy Thursday, B&B! 

Today, I have another food post for all of you (I know, I know…) but I really do think it’s something important to talk about! Personally, I try to be as all-organic as I can. I feel better and look better when I’m eating organic. I’m more energized, my skin glows, and I have a better mental state knowing I’m putting good things in my body. I get a lot of weird looks when I tell people I’m all (mostly) organic. I also take a shot of apple cider vinegar every morning to jump-start my metabolism. Let me first say I don’t deprive myself. If my friends are going out for ice cream, I’ll go get ice cream, but I also see no point in 24/7 consuming foods with chemicals that are toxic and I can’t pronounce. The most common question I get is why??? It’s hard to explain in one blog post why I choose organic, but I highly recommend watching “Fed Up,” a documentary by Katie Couric. It explains the dangers of the food industry in America and really gives you a lot to think about!  My favorite “Health Food” brands are Annie’s, Kind, Bear Naked. I’m always munching on some organic cheddar bunnies. The picture above is of a new treat I found called “Snapz” which are literally just crispy dried apples, and I am ADDICTED. They’re delicious. I also only drink milk, water, tea, and coffee, which helps me stay on track with my organic foods. Overall, it’s a very personal choice, but I recommend you try it for a week and see if you can tell a difference. Do any of you eat organic? All Natural?

Forever on the 50,

C

Take Your Time

Happy Wednesday, Bows and Blitzes!

How pretty are these flowers?! These carnations were already a week old when this picture was taken! I think it’s important to have the “little things” like this in your life. Fresh flowers and good coffee are such an essential part of life. For me, it reminds me to enjoy the small stuff and settle down. It reminds me to stop rushing things and take my time to just simply enjoy life. 

Recently, I’ve been taking more time in the morning to just “chill” and contemplate my day. I get up a little earlier, but I slowly drink my coffee, I make a real breakfast, and I just sit. I don’t go on my phone, although I do sometimes read. It really makes me a happier person and more enjoyable to be around!

What helps you “unplug” and slow down?

Forever on the 50,

C

Cinco de Mayo 2015

Happy Tuesday, B&B!

More importantly, Happy Cinco de Mayo! I am 100% European and have no Mexican heritage whatsoever, but it’s always a fun holiday to celebrate. In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I’m sharing my favorite fresh salsa recipe with all of you!

Ingredients:

3 medium tomatoes

1/2 an onion

a handful of fresh cilantro

1 small lime

Directions: Chop tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Mix together. Squeeze lime into salsa and mix.

That’s it! What are your favorite Mexican-inspired recipes?

Forever on the 50,

C

Weekend Recap 5.4.15

Happy Monday, Bows and Blitzes!

Saturday, I went to my city’s art museum with my best friend. It’s world renowned and has SO many amazing pieces! I’m wearing an orange button down, pearl cluster necklace, and my ripped jeans (not pictured.)

Sunday was a typical Sunday Funday. I did some reading in the sun and got my ducks in a row for finals this week!

What did you do with your weekend?! 

Forever on the 50,

C

Happy Friday

Happy Friday, Bows and Blitzes! 

 Just popping in today to say I hope you all have a wonderful weekend filled with sunshine, friends, family, and fun!

Forever on the 50,

C