Happy Friday, gang! And Merry Christmas! I’m certain everyone is in overdrive, like me, pulling the last-minute details together for the big day! I’m ready for our White Elephant gift exchange on Christmas Eve. For thirty years, I’ve served charcuterie boards for Christmas Eve, then switched gears for Christmas Brunch with our favorite casseroles from Skiers French Toast, Sausage Egg Casserole, and a Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake. Oh, and I can’t forget lox and bagel, along with a Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar. Nothing fancy, just family favorites year after year. Today we are sharing an easy recipe for a holiday brunch, if that’s on your agenda this holiday week. We also have a really delicious Iced Egg Nog Latte! You can certainly make this a mocktail, but we added a little whiskey.
Just like every Friday, today I am keeping my outfit simple, a casual outfit elevated by Velvet Pants from Frances Valentine. Velvet has the power to elevate any outfit and it’s so festive for the holidays. A Striped Tee topped with a Half Zip Sweater mixes casual comfort with elegant velvet pants to create a cozy winter ensemble.
Add another festive element like gold block heel pumps and you’re set! These Mary Mini Block Heels are also from Frances Valentine, they’re nearly sold out in most sizes, so try the Vanessa Block Heel Pumps from Talbots if your size is sold out.
Beth’s Outfit: Similar Half-Zip Sweater, or try this Half-Zip Pullover | Striped Tee | Velvet Pants | Mary Mini Block Heels sizes limited, try the Vanessa Block Heel Pumps
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Sailor Slim-Wide Pant in Stretch Corduroy | Shrunken Cashmere Sweater | Croc-Embossed Leather Belt | Similar Mary Jane Loafers | Croc-Embossed Classic Penny Loafer
For more casual and festive outfit inspiration, check out Timeless Holiday Style.
How could I pass up wearing bright red corduroys for our casual holiday brunch?! These Sailor Slim-Wide Pant in Stretch Corduroy are just the ticket for a casual yet festive holiday outfit. I have the chino version of this style from J.Crew, and I have to say that the corduroys are perfect for winter with their heavier weight.
A goes-with-everything grey Cashmere Sweater tops my cords, and don’t think you can’t mix candy apple red with rich maroon – these two colors are everywhere in 2024 and when paired, they bring out the best of each other.
Beth’s Outfit: Similar Half-Zip Sweater, or try this Half-Zip Pullover | Striped Tee | Velvet Pants | Mary Mini Block Heels sizes limited, try the Vanessa Block Heel Pumps
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Sailor Slim-Wide Pant in Stretch Corduroy | Shrunken Cashmere Sweater | Croc-Embossed Leather Belt | Similar Mary Jane Loafers | Croc-Embossed Classic Penny Loafer
This is such a fun way to enjoy eggnog! An Iced Eggnog Latte has such wonderful Christmasy flavors and makes a great brunch drink for a holiday brunch. You can make it as fancy as you like with whipped cream and flavored syrups, or just keep it simple and serve over ice.
Mini Angled Measuring Cup | Collins Glasses | Mini Angled Measuring Cup | Cocktail Shaker | Reusable Candy Cane Straws
This is a great brunch dish for a group because you can make everything but eggs, and keep them warm until you’re ready to make the eggs. And for the eggs, if scrambled eggs are preferred, go for it! This is supposed to be a simple and hearty holiday brunch dish – and it’a crowd pleaser, for sure.
Kate Spade Charlotte Street Dinnerware Set | Holiday Plaid Napkins
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend and Happy Holidays!
Beth’s Outfit: Similar Half-Zip Sweater, or try this Half-Zip Pullover | Striped Tee | Velvet Pants | Mary Mini Block Heels sizes limited, try the Vanessa Block Heel Pumps
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Sailor Slim-Wide Pant in Stretch Corduroy | Shrunken Cashmere Sweater | Croc-Embossed Leather Belt | Similar Mary Jane Loafers | Croc-Embossed Classic Penny Loafer
1. Kiehl’s Head-to-Toe Hydrators Set 2. Patchology On the Brightside Kit 3. Happy Socks Mens Holiday Sock Set 4. Juniper Cozy Beanie 5. Pillow Talk Lip Wardrobe 6. Slip Scrunchy Ornament 7. Bubble Letter Monogram Bag Charm 8. L’Occitane Shea Butter Holiday Citrus Hand Cream Set 9. (Over) Loaded Bloody Mary Wooden Balance Game 10. Jo Malone 3-Piece Holiday Cracker Mini Cologne Set 11. Cable Knit Tech Gloves 12. Jo Malone Gold Ornament Holiday Gift Set
TGIF, Ladies! It’s been quite a week – my basement renovation was finished last week, so this week I have been getting it in tip-top shape since it’s our new Style at a Certain Age studio and office space. Plus, I have been decking the halls with festive holiday decorations. If you want a peek at my holiday decor, check out How I am Decorating for the Holidays. We are one week closer to Christmas, so Kelly and I are whipping up festive appetizers and cocktails to inspire you this holiday season. Today we have Holiday Crab Cakes and a Festive Martini.
Fridays are all about casual weekend style and corduroys are so perfect for winter and the holiday season – they have the ease, comfort, and style of denim but are elevated with added warmth, texture, and festive color. They’re so easy to style with a variety of tops, including button-ups and sweaters.
These Mid-Rise Kick Flare Cords are from Vineyard Vines, and I love the pink color. While it’s always festive to wear something that incorporates the classic holiday colors, I think that if it puts a smile on your face, it’s festive and perfect for the holidays.
Beth’s Outfit: Mid-Rise Kick Flare Cords | Colette Top Basket Weave Plaid Wool | Poplin Button-Up Shirt | Block Heels (old, similar here and here) |
Kelly’s Outfit: Corduroy Mini Skirt | Petite Cable Sweater, sizes limited, try this Ribbed Mockneck Sweater | Cozy Ribbed Trouser Socks | Laguna Chelsea Boots
For more casual and festive outfit inspiration, check out Day and Night Holiday Outfits.
As Beth said, you can’t beat corduroy in the winter, and it is such a great alternative to denim. With rich hues to choose from and styles that are comfortable and always in fashion, corduroy is one of my favorite winter fabrics. So today I am mixing things up with a Corduroy Mini Skirt from Madewell. This skirt is not sold in petites, so its length is a little longer than a mini – which is A-OK with me. I am wearing a regular size 0 and the fit is true to size.
Deep reds and browns are popular this season and are a perfect match! Recently, I sprung for my third pair of the Laguna Chelsea Boots from Sam Edelman because they are just so comfortable and practical for winter. The boots fit true to size, but if you want to wear thick socks, go for one size up.
Beth’s Outfit: Mid-Rise Kick Flare Cords | Colette Top Basket Weave Plaid Wool | Poplin Button-Up Shirt | Block Heels (old, similar here and here) |
Kelly’s Outfit: Corduroy Mini Skirt | Petite Cable Sweater, sizes limited, try this Ribbed Mockneck Sweater | Cozy Ribbed Trouser Socks | Laguna Chelsea Boots
Ruby red cocktails feel so festive and perfect for the holiday. This snappy martini is so simple to prepare and is a great aperitif for happy hour leading into appetizers.
I love this recipe for crab cakes because they are baked, not fried. This detail means they are healthier, and they take less time and minimal effort to prepare. You can make them in a mini muffin tin for one-bite crab cakes – perfect for your holiday get-together!
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend!
Beth’s Outfit: Mid-Rise Kick Flare Cords | Colette Top Basket Weave Plaid Wool | Poplin Button-Up Shirt | Block Heels (old, similar here and here) |
Kelly’s Outfit: Corduroy Mini Skirt | Petite Cable Sweater, sizes limited, try this Ribbed Mockneck Sweater | Cozy Ribbed Trouser Socks | Laguna Chelsea Boots
Fa la la la la la la la! Yep, the holiday season is in full swing. I don’t want to scare you but it’s T minus 19 until Christmas Day, which means I only have 18 days to shop for all of my Christmas gifts. Yikes! This girl needs to step up her game. The SaaCA team has been gathering lots of great gift ideas. You can always bop over to my LTK Shop for inspiration.
Kelly whipped up a charcuterie board today that is so easy to put together for a holiday get together and if you haven’t indulged in an espresso martini what are you waiting for? It’s one of my favorite cocktails all winter long!
How cute is this Ski Sweater (limited sizes similar here, here, and here) from Anthropologie?! Don’t kill me as this item is so popular there are only limited sizes available. But if I’m ever on the hunt for something a little extra, especially during the holiday season, Anthro is where I head. That store never disappoints!
I paired the sweater with festive plaid pants and red boucle shoes. It’s a holiday outfit without going over the top. Don’t be afraid to invest in plaid pants as they are just as versatile as any other pants you own. And don’t be afraid to color outside the lines when it comes to putting an outfit together.
Beth’s Outfit: Ski Sweater (limited sizes similar here, here, and here) | Plaid Pants | Silk Blouse | Red Boucle Shoes | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Relaxed V-Neck Sweater in Super Soft Yarn | Tania Skirt | Knee-High Platform Knit Boots | Ribbed Tights
My cozy outfit is perfect for the cold-weather season. Wearing a skirt in winter works when you wear Ribbed Tights and Knee-High Knit Boots. Top it off with a super soft Relaxed V-Neck Sweater for a comfy cozy look.
My neutral grey ensemble today is a monochromatic mix of dark and light grey, and since grey goes with everything, each one of my separates today can be mixed and matched with anything else in my winter-season wardrobe.
Beth’s Outfit: Ski Sweater (limited sizes similar here, here, and here) | Plaid Pants | Silk Blouse | Red Boucle Shoes | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Relaxed V-Neck Sweater in Super Soft Yarn | Tania Skirt | Knee-High Platform Knit Boots | Ribbed Tights
Ina’s Espresso Martini recipe is a classic! Her gold standard recipe for espresso martinis was originally written for a crowd, but I have modified it to make 2 cocktails. Using orange-flavored vodka really smooths out the espresso flavor to create a beautifully balanced cocktail that goes perfectly with the salty, mix found on a charcuterie and cheese board.
Makes 2 Cocktails
2 1/2 oz. Chilled Espresso
2 1/2 oz. Orange Flavored Vodka
1 1/4 oz. Coffee Liqueur
Orange Peel for Garnish
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the espresso, vodka, and coffee liqueur. Shake for 30 seconds, or until foamy. Strain into a chilled martini glass and decorate with the orange peel. Serve at once.
There is no recipe today for this Holiday Charcuterie Board, Ladies! My strategy for putting a board together is to start with the cheese arranged around the board, and then fill in spaces with folded or crumpled cured meats. Like a puzzle, I then start adding all of the little extras like nuts and fruit, in the spaces that remain.
Be sure to have a good variety of soft and hard cheeses; depending on the number of your guests, it's a good rule of thumb to start with 3 different cheeses. I like to have 2-3 different types of cured meats – salami, coppa, prosciutto... Don't forget to include something sweet like fresh or dried fruit. In the winter I like to have a fruit preserve on the board. Salty/Sweet nuts are a great addition to fill in spaces and add something with crunch to the board.
Check out Beth's Instagram Reels today for a timelapse video of me putting this board together.
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend!
Beth’s Outfit: Ski Sweater (limited sizes similar here, here, and here) | Plaid Pants | Silk Blouse | Red Boucle Shoes | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Relaxed V-Neck Sweater in Super Soft Yarn | Tania Skirt | Knee-High Platform Knit Boots | Ribbed Tights
1. Vitamix Ascent Blender 2. Philips Pasta Maker 3. Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven 4. Fishwife Tinned Fish Set 5. Charcuterie and Cheese Board Set 6. KitchenAid Food Processor Attachment 7. Airtight Food Storage Set 8. KitchenAid Fully Automatic Espresso Machine 9. Stanley Insulated French Press Pot
Happy Friday, gang! Or should I say Happy Black Friday? Guess who dressed for the part?! Thanksgiving is late this year, which is the official kick-off to holiday shopping, so it’s off to the races for Christmas and Hanukkah gifts. Back in the day, Black Friday was an event where retail stores opened their doors at midnight for Black Friday deals! Boy, have things changed. We now have Black Friday deals all month long since we can shop 24/7 with online retailers. This morning, we sent our Black Friday post with all of our picks from Amazon, Talbots, Madewell, and Ann Taylor. Let’s just say we have compiled a few shopping tips for YOU to make your life a little easier. Bring on the Holiday Cheer!
I hope y’all had a lovely Thanksgiving Holiday. We received BIG news at the Djalali house. Guess who is going to be a BeBe? That’s code for Grandmother!!! Yep, Andrew and Chelsea are expecting a baby girl on May 23rd, and we couldn’t be more excited! We had a low-key gender reveal party with pink cake, sharing the big news. Chelsea’s mom was present, and I don’t think there are two women more excited than KiKi and BeBe!!! I can tell you one thing: Baby D will have a gorgeous wardrobe from day 1… just sayin’.
But if you stopped by today, you know we’re kicking off the weekend with a yummy recipe and cocktail. Many of us have leftover turkey after the Thanksgiving holiday, so what better way to use it than Turkey Noodle Soup? Give me all the soup when the temps dip down, and boy, are we chilly the next week or so.
Today, I slipped into a black chunky turtleneck, pulled my tights out of storage, and decided faux leather shorts and knee-high boots were the perfect companions.
Beth’s Outfit: Faux Leather Shorts | Chunky Turtleneck | Tights | Black Knee High Boots | Silver Hoops | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Barrel Leg Jeans | Brushed Cashmere Fitted Cardigan Sweater | Plaited Italian Leather Belt | Loraine Bit Loafer, limited Sizes, Try Black Watch Loafers or Similar Printed Fabric Loafers
The Brushed Cashmere collection at J.Crew is so gorgeous, I have this Fitted Cardigan Sweater and I also sprung for the short-sleeved sweater tee. The cashmere is so soft and cozy – perfect for the holidays!
Beth’s Outfit: Faux Leather Shorts | Chunky Turtleneck | Tights | Black Knee High Boots | Silver Hoops | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Barrel Leg Jeans | Brushed Cashmere Fitted Cardigan Sweater | Plaited Italian Leather Belt | Loraine Bit Loafer, limited Sizes, Try Black Watch Loafers or Similar Printed Fabric Loafers
With winter fast approaching, bourbon cocktails are just the thing for a warming holiday drink. Today we are mixing bourbon with cranberry juice to create a cocktail perfect for colder temps and the holidays. Make this cocktail even more festive with a large ice cube filled with cranberries, star anise, and fresh rosemary – no garnish needed!
Makes 2 Cocktails
6 oz. Bourbon
4 oz. 100% Cranberry Juice (not cranberry cocktail)
2 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
1 1/2 oz. Rosemary Cran Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
Festive large ice cube
Festive Large Ice Cube
Add a small sprig of fresh rosemary, star anise, and several cranberries to a large ice cube mold. Fill with water and freeze overnight.
Syrup
Bring equal parts brown sugar and water to a boil until the sugar dissolves. Turn off the heat and a few sprigs of fresh rosemary and cranberries. Let steep for 20 minutes.
Cocktail
Pour bourbon, cranberry juice, lemon juice, and syrup into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until cold. Strain into a rocks glass with a festive large ice cube.
When it's chilly outside, there is nothing more comforting than a delicious chicken noodle soup – but make it turkey noodle soup with leftover Thanksgiving turkey! It's a great way to enjoy the holiday leftovers, and you can freeze the soup to enjoy long after the holiday has passed.
2 tbsp. Butter
2 medium-sized Carrots, diced
3 Ribs Celery, diced
1 Medium-sized Onion, diced
2-3 Cloves Garlic, minced
Kosher Salt and Fresh Cracked Black Pepper, to taste
8 Cups Turkey (or chicken) Stock
3 cups Shredded Turkey or Chicken
2.5 cups Dry Gigli (or egg) Noodles
Juice of 1 Lemon
2-4 tbsp. Fresh Dill, chopped
2 tbsp. Fresh Parsley, chopped
Melt the butter in the Dutch oven and add the onions, carrots, and celery.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cook, stirring occasionally until the celery and carrots soften a little, about 3-4 minutes.
Then add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the stock and add the turkey or chicken, bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes to let all the flavors come together.
Add the dry noodles, stir, cover, and let the noodles cook for about 7-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender, but still al dente.
Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon and add the dill.
Add the chopped parsley.
Taste for seasoning and add more salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with more fresh dill.
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend! Happy Shopping!
Beth’s Outfit: Faux Leather Shorts | Chunky Turtleneck | Tights | Black Knee High Boots | Silver Hoops | Caviar Bangle | Caviar Watchband
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Barrel Leg Jeans | Brushed Cashmere Fitted Cardigan Sweater | Plaited Italian Leather Belt | Loraine Bit Loafer, limited Sizes, Try Black Watch Loafers or Similar Printed Fabric Loafers
1. KitchenAid 5-qt. Stand Mixer 2. Breville Smart Oven/Air Fryer 3. Meater Pro Smart Bluetooth Meat Thermometer 4. Instant Pot Duo Cooker 5. Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer 6. Vitamix Immersion Blender 7. Zojirushi 3-cup Rice Cooker 8. Vitamix Propel 510 Blender 9. Chef’s Choice Electric Knife Sharpener 10. 26-Piece Mixing Bowl and Gadget Set
Happy Friday, gang! It’s T-minus six days until Thanksgiving and thirty-three days until Christmas. Yikes! This girl has to get in gear! I have purchased zero Christmas gifts thus far…not to worry. I always have Amazon as a backup for speedy delivery. If you have not visited my Amazon Storefront, what are you waiting for? Kelly and I update the storefront regularly, so stop by. And if you missed the Luxe for Less Amazon Dupes post, you can read it here. Since it's our last Fridays with Oscar before Thanksgiving, today we have A Thanksgiving Cocktail and Side.
Thanksgiving is late this year, so there’s still time to mix up your menu if you’re so inclined. Kelly whipped up a Roast Squash and Chard dish perfect for feast day. I loved every bite! Since the temps are cooler it’s time for corduroys, which are a nice change of pace from jeans or chinos. Pink is my signature color, so these pink corduroys (available in six colors) from Vineyard Vines are the perfect choice.
Beth’s Outfit: Fisherman Sweater (old, similar here and here) | Pink Corduroys | Block Heels (old, similar here and here) | Gold Hoop Earrings
Kelly’s Outfit: Straight Leg Corduroy Pants | Cable Knit Rollneck Sweater | Rothy’s Original Slip-On Sneaker
I love the rich, yet muted color combination of merlot and grey. Corduroy is a fall and winter favorite, and today I am wearing Straight Leg Corduroy Pants in Noir Red from Gap. I am wearing a petite size 25.
I featured this Cable Knit Rollneck Sweater yesterday in my post, Sweater Weather. It’s so comfy and soft! This sweater is already on style repeat and I find myself reaching for it as the weather here has chilled quite a bit. My Rothy’s Original Slip-On Sneakers are the perfect shoe to cap off a casual, comfortable fall outfit for the weekend!
Beth’s Outfit: Fisherman Sweater (old, similar here and here) | Pink Corduroys | Block Heels (old, similar here and here) | Gold Hoop Earrings
Kelly’s Outfit: Straight Leg Corduroy Pants | Cable Knit Rollneck Sweater | Rothy’s Original Slip-On Sneaker
We love an Aperol Spritz in the summer, and with a few festive additions, we can enjoy this cocktail in the fall and winter too. Apple Cider gives a warm, autumnal flavor and an apple and spice-laden ice cube gives the warm and beautiful aromas of cinnamon and star anise.
Makes 2 Cocktails
2 oz. Aperol
4 oz. Apple Cider
6 oz. Prosecco
Apple, Cinnamon Stick, Star Anise Large Ice Cube
Place chopped apple, cinnamon stick, and star anise in the large ice cube molds, fill with water and freeze overnight.
Place one cube in each glass, pour in the Aperol, and cider, and top with prosecco.
This Roast Squash & Wilted Chard with Rosemary Goat Cheese is a great appetizer, but I think it's also a perfect side. Roasted squash and the beautiful glossy greens make a gorgeous presentation. The sharp tang of the goat cheese strikes a perfect balance with the heavier sides of a Thanksgiving meal.
8 oz. Goat Cheese, at room temperature
4 oz. Cream Cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Oliva Oil
6 large Garlic Cloves, smashed
2 Sprigs Fresh Rosemary
1 Lemon
1 small Butternut Squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch chunks (6 cups)
1 large Red Onion, cut into 8 wedges
4 Garlic Cloves, minced
4 Sprigs Fresh Thyme, leaves removed
1 bunch Swiss Chard. Stems removed, leaves roughly chopped
Let goat cheese and cream cheese stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, for garlic-rosemary oil, in a small saucepan combine olive oil, smashed garlic, and rosemary sprigs. Heat over medium-low to a gentle simmer; cook until garlic is golden (Be careful not to burn the garlic.) Remove from heat. Using a slotted spoon, remove garlic and rosemary from oil. Strip leaves from rosemary sprigs. Finely chop leaves and garlic; reserve for garnish.
For rosemary goat cheese, remove 2 tsp. zest and squeeze 1 Tbsp. juice from lemon. In a food processor combine goat cheese, cream cheese, 3 Tbsp of the garlic-rosemary oil, the lemon zest and juice, the 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary, ½ tsp. salt, and ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper. Process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl; cover and chill until ready to use (up to 3 days; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before using).
Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl combine squash, red onion, and ¼ cup of the garlic-rosemary oil; toss to coat. Add minced garlic, thyme leaves, the 1 tsp. chopped rosemary, and ½ tsp. each salt and pepper; toss to distribute evenly. Spread on a large-rimmed baking sheet.
Roast until squash is golden brown and crispy on the bottom, 30 minutes. Add chard leaves; toss to coat with some of the oil. Roast until leaves wilt, 5 minutes.
Spread rosemary goat cheese on a serving platter. Arrange roasted vegetables on top.
Drizzle with the remaining garlic-rosemary oil and top with the reserved chopped crispy garlic and rosemary. Serves 6.
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!
Beth’s Outfit: Fisherman Sweater (old, similar here and here) | Pink Corduroys | Block Heels (old, similar here and here) | Gold Hoop Earrings
Kelly’s Outfit: Straight Leg Corduroy Pants | Cable Knit Rollneck Sweater | Rothy’s Original Slip-On Sneaker
Happy Friday, gang! Good golly, Miss Molly, but this month is disappearing. It’s November 15th, the halfway mark. Thanksgiving is late this year, November 28th. Then it’s onto Christmas, Hanukkah, and NYE. YIKES! If you’re looking for inspiration for your Thanksgiving outfit, look at this blog post for casual holiday looks. But today is Friday, which means another weekend is on deck. Kelly stopped by and whipped up a delicious and festive appetizer that’s also easy to assemble. So today, we have a yummy fall holiday cocktail and appetizer!
My house is undergoing a mini-renovation, so chaos will reign in the short term. Downstairs, the studio where the Podcast, YouTube, and Instagram stations will live is being transformed. It will make my life so much easier to have my work and home life separated once and for all. Right now, who knows where the studio lights shift to? Dining room, living room? Where’s my microphone? Where’s the latest outfit? I’m telling you I had no idea what I was getting into almost ten years ago. Can you believe it? I’ve been blogging for close to ten years?! Next March, we plan on a BIG celebration, and I have all of YOU to thank for this incredible journey. Stay tuned!
If it’s Friday, then I have a casual chic outfit on hand. I’m loving these green velvet jeans from J. McLaughlin, which have been on style repeat for the past few weeks. The green turtleneck from Sézane sold out lickety-split, but there are similar ones here and here. How cute are these stack bracelets from Frances Valentine?! I love that brand! Their clothes are pricey, but their jewelry is affordable. Green suede driving mocs complete this monochromatic outfit.
Beth’s Outfit: Velvet Jeans | Green Turtleneck (sold out similar here and here | Green Driving Mocs | Gold Belt | Stack Bracelets | Gold Hoops
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Kick Out Crop Jeans | Brushed Lady Sweater Jacket | Laguna Chelsea Boots
I recently purchased this Brushed Lady Sweater Jacket from J.Crew and have been pairing it with so many different bottoms because it just goes perfectly with everything! Today, I went for my Petite Kick Out Crop Jeans in white, from Madewell.
I have two other pairs of the Laguna Chelsea Boots from Sam Edelman, but I decided to purchase the dark brown suede version this year because I wear these boots a lot in the winter. They are incredibly comfortable and wear really well in all kinds of weather.
Beth’s Outfit: Velvet Jeans | Green Turtleneck (sold out similar here and here | Green Driving Mocs | Gold Belt | Stack Bracelets | Gold Hoops
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Kick Out Crop Jeans | Brushed Lady Sweater Jacket | Laguna Chelsea Boots
The Bee's Knees is a classic gin-based lemon cocktail, this version gives it a fall makeover with fig jam. A wonderful addition to the mix, the fig jam takes away some of the tartness for a smooth fall cocktail. We garnished the Fig Jam Bee's Knees with fresh thyme for an herbal aroma.
Makes 2 Cocktails
2 tbsp. Fig Jam
2 oz. Lemon Juice
1 oz. Honey Syrup
4 oz. Gin
Fig Slice and Thyme Sprig for Garnish
Combine all ingredients except the garnish in a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake until very cold. Strain into coupe glasses and garnish with a fig slice and thyme sprig.
A filled pastry wreath is an easy appetizer to prepare and it makes such a festive and beautiful presentation! I love the flexibility of this appetizer, you can fill it with your favorite cheese, maybe try apples instead of pear, or fig jam instead of apricot. While we left our wreath vegetarian, sliced deli ham would be a great addition.
2 Packages of Prepared Crescent Rolls
Grainy Mustard
2 Pears, sliced
1 Brie Cheese, sliced
Apricot Jam
Egg Wash
Flaky Sea Salt
Preheat the oven to 375º F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment. To create the center of the wreath, place a small bowl upside down in the center of the parchment.
Arrange the crescent roll dough triangles around the bowl with the pointy sides of the crescent rolls pointing outward.
Spread a little mustard around the center of the dough triangles.
Arrange the pear slices on top of the mustard, then the brie cheese slices. Top with the apricot jam. Remove the bowl in the center.
Then, take each pointy tip of the crescent roll dough and fold it over the filling to the center of the wreath.
Brush the wreath with egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend!
Beth’s Outfit: Velvet Jeans | Green Turtleneck (sold out similar here and here | Green Driving Mocs | Gold Belt | Stack Bracelets | Gold Hoops
Kelly’s Outfit: Petite Kick Out Crop Jeans | Brushed Lady Sweater Jacket | Laguna Chelsea Boots
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