Fridays are for Fashion

Friday's are good days, I think most people can attest to that. For me if I don't have to work I usually keep my Friday mornings and afternoons wide open to catch up on things from the week. These past few weeks have been especially busy and I haven't had any time to get through all of my November issues (and one October). 

The Elle October issue was amazing, the Personal Style Issue. I love seeing whats trending. When it comes to having great personal style it is important to find trends that align with you, but also trying things out of you comfort zone. Personal style is constantly evolving which is great. From the mouth of Wilhelmina Slater "Taste is having the courage of your own convictions." 

Be confident when it comes to your look, confidence is one accessory that can transform any outfit. 

Picked out a few of the trends that I am loving right now:

Suede: First off whats not to love right? Adds great texture and can have such a rich color which can really enhance any outfit.

• Panelope by Steve Madden
• Burberry Trench
• 'Betty' Shoulder Bag by Saint Laurent

Pattern: houndstooth, tartan, shepherds check, tweed I love them all. The best part about these prints are they are usually warm and practical. These have been seen all over this season including this great Prada handbag. 

• Checked Blazer by Zara 
• Houndstooth Print Trousers by Zara 
• Two- Sided Scarf by Zara

Isabel Marant: Who isn't talking about this right now? Isabel Marant for H&M and it is anything but a disappointment. One jacket in particular I cannot get off my mind (middle picture), but it is all beautiful.  

• Jacket with Beaded Embroidery 
• Boyfriend Jean
• Suede Shoes

Things We Love: November

Eye creams in my book are necessity. The skin under your eye is different then the skin on the rest of your face and should be treated accordingly. Clinique all about eyes is an old time favorite that I have recently been reconnected with. I was at an outlet mall recently and went into the Cosmetic Company Outlet. If you haven't been to one GO! I was able to snag this little guy for a pretty good deal and thought I would see if it was all that I remembered it to be. It was! I am back in love. The best part about eye creams are they last forever since you need such a small amount. Side note Clinque is offering free shipping till the end of December!



Personally I sort of hate "fall" and "holiday" smells when it comes to candles. They are usually way to strong and I get sick of them before I can burn them out. Farmstand Apple was one of the fall smells from Bath & Body Works. I was not in love when I bought it but there was a deal and thought it was alright. Well after burning it for a while I am actually in love. I think it is fresh and sweet and just perfect for the kitchen. I ended up finding a reed diffuser at Pier 1 also in a scent almost identical to this and had to buy that too!


I am all about face masks. Even when they're not doing that much for my face I think there fun and relaxing. The Aveda Outer Peace Cooling mask does it all, it actually works and lets me have my fake spa time. When it says it calms skin and reduces redness its truth. The only trick is make sure you apply it thick or it wont give you the full results. Your suppose to only use it once a week which is sort of depressing but, I am sure a person could use it more than that.


Finally got my first Ipsy bag, overall I was pretty pleased. But I was surprised that I actually fell in love with one of the products it is a lip crayon by Be a Bombshell in the color hot damn . It goes on with complete ease, feels great, and wears well. I was pretty surprised at how long it lasted actually. I went ahead and ordered two more and cannot wait to get them!





Thought I would add a picture of my first Ipsy bag for fun, I am telling you go sign up!
 ---> http://www.ipsy.com/r/1y61

Get Cooking: Baked Cheese Ravioli in Alfredo Sauce

I got off work today and was thinking how badly I wanted Olive Garden! But, I also thought I can't remember the last time I cooked. So figured I would head to Target and pick of a few things and pass on another night of eating out. I knew I had a jar of Alfredo sauce and some heavy whipping cream at home already, so I picked up some parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, an onion, and Buitoni four cheese ravioli. For the last four ingredients I just eyeballed them and did what felt right. The amounts are really just a suggestion.

Heated up a breadstick and BAM a meal just as good as Olive Garden (I suppose..) I would definitely make this again. This recipe is beyond simple my only regret is not adding some grilled chicken, or shrimp. I think it would have added a lot.

Ingredients:

• 1 pkg. Buitoni refrigerated four cheese ravioli
• 1 jar Alfredo sauce
• 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 large onion
• 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon bread crumbs 

Directions:

PREHEAT oven to 400º F. Grease an 8-inch-square baking dish.

HEAT oil in large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden. Add sauce; cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Stir in pasta. Pour into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle cheese and bread crumbs over pasta mixture; cover.
BAKE for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake for additional 5 minutes or until golden brown. 

Final Product