Fall is in The Air

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Fall is in The Air

Happy Friday, gang! I am writing from NYC, and I have to say fall is in the air. The temps have been glorious here, with the sun shining overhead and temps in the 70s. Yep, I wore a sweater and my moto jacket. It was heavenly! And I had a ball on my whirlwind trip to the Big Apple. I saw the musical MJ, which chronicles the life of Michael Jackson (I highly recommend it), attended a YouTube event, had dinner with a new friend from YouTube, Serena Butler from Style by Serena, and now I’m headed back home. One of my kiddos lived in NYC for years, so I always had an excuse to visit, but now I’ve decided this beautiful city needs to be on my list to see at least twice a year, even if I’m flying solo!

Fall is in The Air Fridays with Oscar

TL;DR

  Today, we are celebrating cooler temperatures!

  Our outfits are shoppable via text and image widgets

  We are making an Earl Grey Martini and Finger Sandwiches

Fall is in the Air!

Cargo Pants

But back to Fridays with Oscar, where Kelly and I kick off the weekend with a yummy recipe and delicious cocktail! When we shot this episode, the weather was still hot so I slipped into a sleeveless button-down and cargo pants (old, similar here and here) it’s an easy outfit to pull together with the focus on neutrals. If you want an easy transition from season to season, reach for neutrals and wardrobe staples. They never let you down. Today, my footwear of choice is sneakers that are as cute as they are comfortable.

cargo pants outfit
cargo pants and sleeveless button down

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Beth’s Outfit: Sleeveless Button Down | Cargo Pants (old, similar here and here) | Gola Sneakers

Kelly’s Outfit: Similar Fatigue-Style Pants | Similar Slim Straight Utility Pant | Vintage Rib Tank | Similar Gold Sandals

 

cargo pants and sleeveless button down

Fatigue-Style Pants

While the temps are still warm in the afternoons, the mornings and evenings are delightfully cool – fall is definitely in the air! Even the warm afternoons are nothing compared to the heat we had this summer, so I am welcoming the cooler weather and wearing light pants. These fatigue-style pants are a few years old, but there are always similar styles, like the Slim Straight Utility Pant from Madewell, or the Wide Leg Cargo Pant from J.Crew. 

Fall is in The Air

A simple Vintage Rib Tank is perfect for a warm afternoon, and I can wear a denim shirt over it when the sun goes down.

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Beth’s Outfit: Sleeveless Button Down | Cargo Pants (old, similar here and here) | Gola Sneakers

Kelly’s Outfit: Similar Fatigue-Style Pants | Similar Slim Straight Utility Pant | Vintage Rib Tank | Similar Gold Sandals

 

Fall is in The Air

Earl Grey Martini

This Earl Grey Martini is perfect for an adult afternoon tea! Usually, martinis are savory cocktails, but this tea-infused version is a refreshing herbal change-up. A delightful sipper, this cocktail is a great way to unwind and enjoy a fall Friday afternoon.

Earl Grey Martini

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Earl Grey Martini recipe

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Description

Makes 2 Cocktails. Do Ahead: Vodka can be infused 1 month ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill. *Raw egg is not recommended for the elderly, pregnant individuals, people with weakened immune systems…or people who just don’t like raw egg.

Ingredients

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5 oz. Vodka

2 Earl Grey tea bags

1 oz. Dry Vermouth

2 Large Egg Whites*

2 Strips Lemon Zest

2 tsp. Honey

Instructions

Place vodka and 2 Earl Grey tea bags in a small bowl, making sure tea bags are submerged. Cover and let sit at room temperature 5 minutes (vodka should turn a smoky quartz hue and smell fragrant). Uncover, remove tea bags, and squeeze over the bowl to release all of the vodka; discard.

To make cocktails, combine infused vodka, vermouth, large egg whites, lemon zest strips, and honey in a cocktail shaker. Stir until honey is dissolved, then fill halfway with ice. 

Cover and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is very frosty, 30–45 seconds. 

Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

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Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches with Apricot Mustard

What goes with an afternoon tea cocktail? Finger Sandwiches, of course! These finger sandwiches are a flavorful sweet and savory combination of ham, cheese, and apricot jam mixed with whole grain and Dijon mustards. They are the perfect accompaniment to the Earl Grey Martini.

Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches with Apricot Mustard

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Ham and Cheese Finger Sandwiches with Apricot Mustard

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Ingredients

Scale

Sandwich Bread, crusts cut off

Sliced Ham

Apricot Mustard*

Sliced Extra-Sharp Cheddar

Butter Lettuce Leaves, torn to fit sandwiches

Apricot Mustard

1/2 cup Apricot Jam

2 tbsp. Whole-Grain Mustard

1 tbsp. Dijon Mustard

Instructions

Whisk together the jam and mustards in a small bowl.

Top the prepared bread with ham and cheese. Dollop and smear apricot mustard then top with a lettuce leaf. Sandwich each bottom with a bread top and slice in half to create two rectangular finger sandwiches. Repeat for as many as desired.

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Fall is in the Air!

Enjoy the recipes, ladies! Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend!

Fall is in The Air weekend

Shop the Outfits

 

 

Beth’s Outfit: Sleeveless Button Down | Cargo Pants (old, similar here and here) | Gola Sneakers

Kelly’s Outfit: Similar Fatigue-Style Pants | Similar Slim Straight Utility Pant | Vintage Rib Tank | Similar Gold Sandals

 

Fall is in The Air oscar
Fall is in The Air ollie

In Case You Missed It

Yesterday, Beth shared affordable fall fashion at J.Crew Factory. Click the title or image below to read the article.

Fall Fashion at J.Crew Factory

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Beth Djalali

is the Founder and CEO of Style at a Certain Age. She writes Sundays-Fridays on all topics ranging from fashion, health, wellness, home design and more.

She’s 65, 5’8, and size 8.

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  1. Carolina Girl says:
    September 6, 2024 at 9:35 am

    Happy Friday in the Big Apple, Beth! And to you, Kelly, in GA!
    Had an internship at Travel & Leisure magazine during college, so was immersed in NYC for 3 months and loved it. Enjoy! Hi to Oscar 🙂

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  2. Susan Distel says:
    September 6, 2024 at 12:22 pm

    Love Kelly’s hair!!

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  3. Judy in AZ says:
    September 6, 2024 at 12:34 pm

    Love the post. You gals come up with the best drinks and sandwiches. Looks yummy and very different and refreshing.

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  4. Janet PIndoley says:
    September 6, 2024 at 3:47 pm

    I hope your son/ brother-in-law lives nearby now so the family can have more get-togethers!! Love your outfits and food….Oscar looks SO cute! Have a great weekend ❤️

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