Nail Trends Spring 2014

Lets talk nails. Since I have this gorgeous ring on one particular finger now, I've been particularly motivated to have pretty nails :). Top trends this season can be summed into four trends: All things white (embellished, matte, opaque, glittered, shimmer), pastels, blue/purple shades, and metallics. White nail polish is really big right now. I love it because it is always neutral and very classic. What I'm loving too is all the embellishments and patterns I'm seeing with the white. So pretty! Pastels were a huge hit last season for spring and they are again this year. I'm loving the pastel orange and soft pink NARS colors pictured below. Midnight blues and purples are also gorgeous for a bit of drama. I love wearing black nail polish and midnight blue is a great alternative to switch it up every now and then. Metallics have been a huge hit for awhile and are still going strong. I love them because they add a bit of drama and shimmer to the typical matte nail. Get your favorites colors below! Listed from left to right. Click the link to get your fav!

1. NARS Cantaloupe  //  2. NARS Purple  //   NARS Disco Inferno  //  3. NARS Desperado  //  4. NARS Trouville  //  5. NARS Midnight Blue  //  6. NARS Disco Inferno

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Coconut Chocolate Ice Cream

So I've discovered my new favorite thing of all time. I have it everyday. I love chocolate and have a major sweet tooth but am allergic to everything under the sun. No baked goods, no ice cream, no frozen yogurt. I mean of all the people to have food allergies, it had to be me :(. My fiance, Brennan, is like a well-oiled machine when it comes to eating. He is so healthy and researches the best foods to eat for specific times of the day, before your workout, after your workout...he's a champ. If he wanted to eat chicken, spinach, and eggs for the rest of his life, he could. He is so disciplined. Now me. Well I'm disciplined because I have to be, but oh man I love sweets, I love nice meals, I love desserts. Brennan on the other hand could never have another dessert in his life and would be fine. He's so sweet, he always tells me if he could take my allergies, he would, so I could enjoy all foods :). 

Well the harsh reality is that I can't. Sad day. BUTTTT I can still enjoy some really delicious foods. And with this Coconut Chocolate Ice Cream, it almost makes me not miss the real stuff ;)...It's really smooth, creamy, chocolatey and delicious. But wait there's more! No Sugar. No Gluten. No Eggs. No Carbs. Yes and it tastes good. Trust me. It's a guilt free treat that satisfy's my sweet tooth and fills me up.

How ever do we make such a sensation. Well, I'll tell you how:)

1 Can Full Fat Coconut Milk

4 Tbl Cocoa Powder

1 Packet Stevia 

...Plus if you want a bit of protein for the perfect meal, then add:

1 scoop Chocolate Protein

If you use chocolate protein, eliminate 2 tbl cocoa powder.

Toppings (optional):

1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Toasted Coconut

Chopped Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips

Take the Coconut Milk, Cocoa Powder, and Stevia or the Protein Powder and mix into a food processor or blender. Blend till smooth!

Then take the mixture and put into refrigerator for a smooth softer mixture or freezer for about an hour for a firmer mixture. Scoop, top, and serve! Enjoy! xo

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Flower Power

I'm loving my new jacket from PB&J Boutique. This flower print is so trendy right now! I've been seeing similar styles and prints at Target, Nordstrom, and ASOS. The jacket, can be worn through spring and even summer. It's super comfy and light. I'm going super casual and wearing it with baggy jeans. Carry it in the summer and wear it with a cute short or maxi skirt or denim shorts. And no need to accessorize much with this jacket, all the beauty is in that print! 

Hazel Floral Jacket  //  Target Shoes  //  AG Jeans

Valentines Day 2014!

Valentines Day is coming! My fiance and I love Valentines day. We definitely are "that cheesy" couple that is all into it. But I have a valid reason. He asked me to be his girlfriend on Valentines Day three years ago! It was also the first time he said he loved me! Now everybody say, Awwww ;). This Valentines Day will be extra special  because this is our first Valentines Day that we are engaged!! So happy! I gathered a bit of Valentine Date Night inspiration for all of you. And I just loved that portable record from Urban Outfitters on the bottom...oh my gosh, so cute. And that pink lipstick is my staple...I wear it all the time. So be sure to go below to visit all the links to each product! xo 

Studs  //  Heels  //  Dress  //  Bra  //  Thong  //  Taken Necklace  //  Portable Record  //  NARS Lipstick

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Into The West

I was in need for a little inspiration this week. I've been sick the past few days with the flu so I've had fun Pinteresting (should be a word :)) and blog stalking: this one is my new fave: Bohemian Diesel. Hope you all like what I found :) To see more, go to my pinterest! 

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