My 8 Favorite Fridays With Oscar
Happy Friday, ladies!Β We're wrapping up our year-in-review today with a look back at my favorite Fridays With Oscar from the past year.Β Fridays With Oscar is always a chance for me to share my favorite comfy, cozy, and casual outfits.Β But it's more than that:Β it's an opportunity to invite you into my home to share in a meal and, of course, a cocktail.
Fridays With OscarΒ are always my favorite posts to put together.Β And I hope you enjoy them as much as I do; and I hope you enjoy looking back on the past year with me.
The Summary
Β Today's featured item is the graphic tee, styled 5 ways
Β I've shared a look at my outfits, as well as the cocktail I served that day
Β If you're interested in getting a recipe or the links to the outfit, click the "READ THE POST" link.Β I just can't promise all of the items are still in stock!
My 8 Favorite Fridays With Oscar
1. Refresh Your Casual Wardrobe With These Joggers
Itβs Friday, gang, time to usher in another weekend. While Fridays are for Oscar, my favorite German Shepherd, itβs all about the Bulldogs this weekend. Georgia Bulldogs that is who won the National Football Championship last Monday night. Yep, Kirby and the gang finally beat their nemesis Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide. GO DAWGS! It was an exciting game, to say the least, that didnβt end until midnight. Final score 33 β 18! The festivities began shortly after we clinched the win with the students filling the streets of downtown Athens. Yours truly was fast asleep by that time, but the celebrations continue this weekend with a parade scheduled at 12:30 pm, Dawg walk at 1:00 pm, and program at 2:00 pm. Tickets are sold out, but there will be a live stream on georgiadogs.com, Facebook, and SEC Network+.
What I love about living in a college town is the energy the students bring, the opportunity to cheer for the Georgia Bulldogs, no matter if itβs football, basketball, baseball, or the sport of your choosing. Plus, we have a vibrant arts program that hosts plays, ballets, string quartets, choirs the list goes on and on. Itβs a vibrant town thatβs just plain fun with more than one nationally recognized restaurant for all those foodies out there. Moving to Athens was the best decision Mr. Style and I made six years ago. I canβt even believe itβs been that long. Where does the time go?
2. The Cutest Valentine's Sweater
January is quickly coming to an end, with February hot on its heels. Itβs the month of love, and weβre gonna focus onΒ self-care.Β If we donβt take time to love ourselves, our tank will hit empty pretty darn quick. And who wants that? Said no one, ever. So grab your best gal, hubs, or fam and plan a FUN Valentineβs or Galantineβs party. It doesnβt have to be fancy; use what you have on hand, head to your local bakery but set time aside this Valentineβs Day to spread the love.
But before we leave January completely behind, Oscar is here today for his weekly gig. Weβve got aΒ Love StruckΒ cocktail on the menu, and I threw together a cute outfit that celebratesΒ Love.Β Literally the cutest Valentineβs sweater. So come on in and stay awhile. Hopefully, youβll leave with a bit of inspiration tucked up your sleeve.Β (Oh, and make sure you read to the end of the post.Β Weβve got some changes coming to the blog.)
3. What to wear with a denim jacket
Happy Friday, ladies! We made it through another week, and we're heading straight into the weekend. Today, we're talkingΒ what to wear with a denim jacket---one if, if notΒ the most essential Spring jacket. In addition, we're trying something new. And I'm really excited about it.
We've partnered with local Kentucky business owner M.K. Hennigan fromΒ In the Curious KitchenΒ for our menu.Β Β We met M.K. earlier this year atΒ The Southern C(oterie) Conference, and we couldn't pass up the opportunity to collaborate. M.K runs an online cocktail kit and gourmet shop---and I think you're gonna love what's on her menu.
4. The Best Trader Joe's Appetizers
Happy Friday, gang! Can you believe we made it through another week? Spring is in full bloom in Georgia, so itβs time to enjoy the great outdoors, whether itβs your backyard, a park, or just a stroll around the block. Oscar loves this time of year too and spends hours in his yard chasing squirrels, barking at the deer, and sitting on the grass surveying his turf. Me? I love to putter in the garden. Or Iβll bring my computer outside and work on a project or two, basking in the warm sunlight. Any excuse to head outdoors is welcome this time of year. I will say the South puts on a brilliant show come Spring with blooms and new growth at every turn. But that means there are lots ofΒ messesΒ to contend with when Mother Nature is finished, so there are manyΒ opportunitiesΒ to be outside in the yard.
The weather has been cra-zy the past week with temps in the upper 70s to low 30s and a few thunderstorms in between. Mother Nature can be fickle this time of year, but I stole a few glorious moments between the rain and cool temps in my backyard. I love to invite family and friends over this time of year to savor the sunset. Entertaining never has to be complicated. It just takes a bit of planning. I let Trader Joeβs do the heavy lifting whenever Iβm short on time. And I always keep a snack or two tucked away in my freezer thatβs ready to serve in minutes. Today, Iβm sharing a few of the best Trader Joeβs appetizers, and a delicious Sangria recipe perfect all Spring and Summer long.
5. Embracing the Modern Silhouette
Happy Friday, ladies!Β Another week in the books, and we're heading straight into the weekend.Β Things got lively here in Athens this week with all of the kiddos heading back to school---always a breath of fresh air.
This week, on my other social channels, I've focused a lot onΒ modern style trends.Β So today, I'm talking about embracing the modern silhouette, particularly the wide-leg pants.Β And because it's Friday, of course I've got an easy peasy recipe and cocktail.Β Because after all, it'sΒ Fridays with Oscar.
6. Is This The Comfiest Fall Sweater?
Happy Friday, gang! Say goodbye to September and hello to the first week of October. Where did September go anyway?Β Who knows?Β But what I do know: with cooler weather here, I've pulled out the comfiest Fall sweater today. And itβs time to put out my fall decorations and spruce up the house.
My mom always changed her home decor each season, and I have dutifully followed suit. Itβs time to break out the pumpkins, Indian corn, and maybe a ghost or goblin.
Oscar is ready for his weekly gig. He loves this time of year with cooler temps and is prone to sit on a grassy knoll and survey his kingdom, his very own backyard.
Iβm kicking back today after a few weeks of craziness.Β Last week, I returned from a jam-packed week at the LTK conference held in Dallas. It was so good to catch up with old friends and make new ones! I had a ball all week long, but I am tuckered out. The only thing on my agenda this weekend is to take naps and get organized for October!
7.Β A White Christmas Outfit Perfect For The Holidays
Today's outfit is perfect for the weekend. And it's monochromatic, which is laid-back yet polished. It's a fashion strategy that works any time of year. Whether you're going to brunch, need to make a grocery store run, or traveling, there's a gorgeous monochrome outfit in your favorite color that will turn even the most mundane outing into something special!
I love winter white and try to incorporate it as often as possible, especially on a cold and dreary day. Today's ootd starts with aΒ faux fur vestΒ andΒ corduroysΒ (limited sizes similarΒ here,Β here, andΒ here) from Talbots, aΒ turtleneckΒ fromΒ Banana Republic,Β and my new favoriteΒ bootsΒ fromΒ Coach.
8. How I Put Together An Easy Peasy Christmas Brunch
And the stockings were hung by the chimney with care in hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.Β Itβs here, Christmas 2022. The long holiday weekend has begun and I hope youβre all snug as a bug βcuz winter storm Elliott is bringing snow, wind and cold, to the Great Lakes and Northeast. Thereβs an arctic blast that reaches all the way down South with hard freeze warnings as far as Florida. Brrrrr!
But all is calm, all is bright at Casa Djalali. The kiddos descend this afternoon and we have a jam-packed weekend planned. Thereβs bowling, and movies, and presents and lots and lots of food! Maybe even a cookie or two for yours truly. Iβve been fairly good this year so fingers crossed Santa leaves something special underneath the tree. Iβm so blessed to have my family here to celebrate Christβs birth.
Oscar is by my side ready to greet the clan so let's get this party started! Christmas morning I serve an easy peasy Christmas brunch with a menu that stays the same year after year. I started making this sausage cheese casserole as a young bride and itβs been a family tradition since then. I also whip up a french toast casserole and chocolate chip coffee cake. A mimosa and bloody Mary bar make it easy for the family to mix their own drinks and of course, coffee is brewing in the kitchen.
In Case You Missed It
Yesterday, Kelly shared her 10 favorite outfits from the past year. Click the title or image below to read the article.
You, Beth, have made a challenging 2022 easier to navigate with your enthusiasm! God bless you and your dear family. Happy New Year! ππ 2023 ππ
Thanks so much, Sylvia! Happy New Year!
Hi Beth. On the current IG reel, about New Years means new makeup, you’re wearing a toggle necklace, which I’ve noticed in previous posts. It’s stunning! Did the necklace come with the medallion or did you add it later. Any suggestions on where to purchase something similar would be appreciated. Already tried NM & Nordy? Happy & Healthy New Year to you and your family. Cheers Hetty
Hi Hetty,
That is a favorite necklace of mine! Here is a similar one you might like:
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Thanks for the trip down memory lane with 2022 Fridayβs with Oscar. Itβs my favorite as well! Love the mix of fashion, food and the always handsome Oscar!
My pleasure. Happy New Year!
Fridays with you and Oscar are something I always look forward to! Thanks for the recap and happy NYE 2023!
Happy New Year, Carolina Girl!
All the best to you and your family for 2023, Beth.
Oscar is a wonderful dog, and I imagine, a wonderful companion π. Love your new hair cut – perfect blend of short at the front which opens your face, but with body at the back, to soften and modernize π₯
Thanks so much, Andrea! Happy 2023!