If Alex and I were to divide up household duties, I would always cook and he would always wash dishes. I do about 90% of the cooking, but occasionally Alex will surprise me with a delicious meal (usually on the grill). Alex grew up eating artichokes often and even claimed it as his favorite food in Kindergarten. I wasn’t as wild about them, but after trying grilled artichokes I was sold. I loved Alex’s grilled artichokes so much, that I asked him to be a guest “chef” for today’s blog post! Enjoy! xoxo
Fill a large bowl with cold water and add juice from one lemon wedge. Trim the tops and stems of artichokes, then cut in half lengthways. Place artichokes in cold lemon water to prevent them from turning brown. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add artichokes for about 15 minutes. In a small bowl mix the remaining lemon, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Drain artichokes and bush olive oil mixture on both sides. Add artichokes to a preheated grill at medium/high, and use foil for easier cleanup. Grill for about 8 minutes while frequently turning and brushing on the olive oil mixture. Serve immediately.
This week is crazy busy as we prepare for a fun trip next week (details coming soon)! Am I the only person who tries to plan all of their outfits before a big trip? It helps me not overpack and reduces the risk of forgetting something. One of the pieces I am thinking about packing is this surprisingly cool sweater tank.
This sweater tank fits true to size (wearing a small) and comes in seven colors. I am wearing the natural color, but am also eyeing the black and olive versions. The crew neckline and cut in shoulders are my favorite part of this tank, but make it difficult to wear a traditional bra. The length is perfect to wear tucked in or out and works well with skirts or pants. I paired this tank with a pair of relaxed jeans and strappy black heels (similar). I have linked this entire outfit below to shop! xoxo
Father’s Day is just over a week away and it is time to start shopping for the dad in your life! Some of my favorite things in my Father’s Day gift guide include the Bose headphones, Vineyard Vines belt, and Cole Hann loafers. Home improvement store gift cards, dinner at their favorite restaurant and a movie night kit complete with favorite candy make great gifts for the guy who has everything he needs. Happy shopping! xoxo
Last week, I tried on some outfits from Madewell on Instagram Stories. Southlake Town Square is hosting a Girls Night Out Event this week and I found some great GNO outfits at Madewell! The last outfit I tried on was this denim shift dress, and it ended up being my favorite. This dress fits true to size (wearing a small) and is a great length to wear with wedges or heels (I am 5’6″ for reference). I added a silk scarf and wavy hoop earrings from Madewell to give this dress a casual day look. My hexagon hoops are hard to replace, but these wavy hoop earrings might be my new favorite! I also added a straw clutch from J.Crew and Calvin Klein mules to complete my outfit. This dress is perfect for cooking out, summer brunch, casual dinners and with cowboy boots will be perfect for tailgating this fall.
Shop this look below or at Southlake Town Square’s GNO Event on June 6th. Madewell will be offering sips and sweets, a free reusable tote with purchase and a special discount to all shoppers! xoxo
I saw a meme on Facebook with a photo of an NSYNC album and the caption read: If you owned this CD, it is time to buy anti-aging products. Well, the NSYNC No Strings Attached CD was one of my all time favorites and I apparently need to go to Sephora! This past Memorial Day Weekend, I decided to swap my tanning oil for a visor and SPF 50. To help you protect your skin from the sun and heat, I am sharing some my favorite summer skincare products! xoxo
Supergoop! Everyday Sunscreen – Despite what the bottle claims, I feel like traditional sunscreen always clogged my pores. I gave Supergoop! a try and fell in love with their extensive line of sun protection. This Everyday Sunscreen protects against UVA, UVB and IRA rays without leaving my skin greasy or selling like sunscreen (it smells so good). It is also very moisturizing and full of hyaluronic acid to keep skin from dehydrating in the sun.
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Face Mask – Summer Fridays products are now a part of my skincare routine year round! This mask was also a part of my Winter Skincare post and has worked just as well in the summer heat. This ultra-hydrating mask is unique because you can either wipe it off with a warm washcloth or leave the product on all day. I use the Jet Lag Mask like a moisturizer during winter months and for recovery after a day in the summer sun.
Summer Fridays Overtime Mask – Another Summer Fridays year round staple is the Overtime Mask. Made of pumpkin, apricot seed and oat kernels, this mask/scrub easily removes dry and dull skin. If you did leave the pool with a sunburn (the horror!) this mask would be great to remove peeling dead skin. I use this mask once or twice a week and always follow with the Jet Lag Mask to moisturize.
Tan-Luxe The Face – Just because I want to avoid fine lines, doesn’t mean I have to sacrifice my summer tan! I add a few drops of Tan-Luxe The Face to my Sunday Riley C.E.O Glow oil for an even glow. Unlike many tanning lotions I have tried in the past, this oil blends perfectly with my moisturizer, face oil or night cream for a streak-free tan. I can also control how much oil is added to prevent an oompa loompa effect. Tan-Luxe adds raspberry seed oil, aloe vera and vitamin E to the skin for extra moisture and softness.
Sunday Riley C.E.O Glow – I use this face oil every evening with a few drops of Tan-Luxe The Face. Active ingredients like THD Ascorbate (Vitamin C), turmeric and ginger root help fight the signs of aging, even skin tone and hydrate. Sunday Riley also makes a serum version of C.E.O Glow, but I prefer the face oil because it absorbs into the skin so well.
A few years ago I discovered Vital Proteins while at a conference. I went home with a few samples and was pretty skeptical about edible collagen. I started adding Vital Proteins to my coffee every morning and was surprised as how well it dissolved. It didn’t even leave/have a weird taste. After a few weeks, I noticed a difference in my skin and decided to give collagen a real try. I have been adding a scoop of Vital Proteins to my coffee almost every morning since and have loved the benefits of collagen.
I already have naturally thick hair and strong nails, but I did notice the biggest difference in my skin. Growing up I heard the term collagen used in commercial about anti aging creams, but I didn’t know all of its benefits. Some of the benefits of collagen include firming and clarity of skin, hair and nail growth, and support of healthy cartilage, tendons and ligaments. If you are always on the go, Vital Proteins also makes individual serving packets that you can mix in your coffee at work or in the car. They also offer different flavors, and while I have not tried them all, I prefer the original non-flavored powder, so you can add it to any beverage. Shop my favorite Vital Proteins products below! xoxo
