Top o’ the morning to ya! (Had to insert a little pre-St. Patrick’s Day jargon in there!) I am actually in central Illinois today judging debate at the State Tournament. Pretty intense, let me tell you..but some seriously talented kids! Anyways, here are my Friday Faves from this past week:
1. I got a no-chip manicure with Groupon I purchased a month ago…after my latest attempt with Sally Hansen nail strips, I was excited to get a manicure by a professional! Nothing says spring like a bright coat of polish on the nails!
2. I made parmesan-garlic chicken and roasted potato wedges with asparagus for dinner this week. And WHOA, was it good! I mean the chicken was so moist and flavorful…and I love potatoes, especially with a big pile of ketchup. YUM!
3. When Lynette told me about her awesome clearance at Famous Footwear, I went to my local store and found a pair of beautiful metallic Sperry shoes for $15! SO excited! But I the laces on the top are weird…I think I want to replace them with something else. My friend suggested replacing it with ribbon. What do you suggest?
4. Major sugar overload at the office this week. Pot O’ Gold birthday cupcakes and mint chocolate chip cookie sandwiches were on Monday (it was my coworkers bday and she made these..aren’t they cute?!), and chocolate dipped animal crackers, pretzals and Oreos were out on Wednesday for a coworker’s baby shower. And I NEVER say no to chocolate! #ineedselfcontrol
5. I got this flower from a friend for International Women’s Day. I love fresh flowers every now and again, especially as I wait to see the grass pop up slowly as the snow melts.
6. I’m stocking up on trashy gossip magazines for our upcoming cruise. Because what could be better than laying out in the sun, reading the latest about Kanye & Kim and RHOBH?!
And in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I’ve got a little green in my wardrobe!
Top: Kohl’s
Jeans: Loft Outlet
Boots: Aldo
I had two options for shoes: cognac boots and gray boots…which do you you like better?
Cognac boots?
Or gray boots?
Happy St. Patrick’s Day weekend!
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Love your colored jeans!
XO
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Thanks Heather! Colored denim is super fun!
I think I like the gray boots!
Those shoes are really cute. Maybe a ribbon, like you said.
Let me know if you want this month’s InStyle for your cruise. It’s huge though. I have some other mags in the recycle bin too (I think last month’s SELF).
Yeah I am liking the gray better too. And YES to the magazines…that’d be wonderful. Thanks!
I like the brown boots better but both are gorgeous. Love your outfit.
Agi:)
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Thanks Agi! The brown boots are slightly more comfortable because they don’t have a heel so that’s a plus!
Hmmm, I think I like the brown boots but I can’t quite say why.
Also, I am SO JEALOUS that you found those Sperry’s for $15! I lusted after those for months but couldn’t bring myself to pay full price for them. But, yes, Sperry laces are a little weird. I wonder if since they are leather you could soften them with something.
And the brown boots take the lead!
Girl- you need to head to your local Famous Footwear ASAP! They had a few of them in different sizes at my store! I had been eyeing some on Ebay but this was by far a better deal. The lace on one of them was fraying a little so I’m worried if a softener product might make it worse? I think I might try ribbon and see how it goes!
I think I like the brown boots- I think the grey “go” better with it, but the brown adds a little more excitement!
I love cruises- lots of magazines are a definite must have for vacation relaxation!
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Jess
Thanks Jess! Yeah the gray definitely matches but something about the brown…
And do you have any tips for a first time cruiser like myself?!