Nothing beats the heat like watching one of the best summer movies of all time—with the air conditioner blasting, of course. Luckily for us, some great summer-themed movies are currently streaming on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and beyond.
Read MoreSooooo excited to introduce you to Ziva Naseer today!! They are the most beautiful handmade bags and I know you are going to just fall head over heels for them!!!
Read MoreI was so happy to discover a shop called Minimum Design !
They are an independentdesign studiobased in France
Their main focus is to bring you modern and unique designs made from sustainable techniques and materials.
Read MoreWhole30 is still going strong over here! In fact we are half-way there!!!!!! Really loving all of Teri’s recipes from No Crumbs Left! Everything has been magical! And super easy to make!
Want to preserve your summer tomatoes?!!
Immerse the tomatoes in oil with the spices, and cook them at 350°F for 30 minutes. After the tomatoes cool, reserve the oil and the tomatoes in your refrigerator in an airtight glass jar. Use over the next two weeks for pasta, in a homemade sauce, or anytime you want to flavor enhance a dish to make it more special!!
Read MoreTaking a little trip down memory lane today when I interviewed my very own silver fox for a GFY feature!
Lin practiced as an engineer in his career starting his own very successful company but has a degree in architecture that he mainly used for himself. He also started a small side company Green Tooth LLC to design properties in an ecological and sustainable matter. He has always been interested in breathing new life into older buildings.
Checkout the canvas of the space before before construction began! Eeek! Terrifying! The space was mostly ALL original. The floor plan was very formal and everything was cut up into distinct rooms so it was not open at all. The space did not take advantage of the natural light and balance that was possible making the space feel dark and cold. Every room was painted a different color too so nothing was cohesive.
Let me further explain because to say I have not focused on my skin is a lie! I’m pretty fanatical when it comes to taking care of my skin but that being said, I also have felt like my old regimes were regimes for girls still in their late 20’s. I am now 40 and I should have switched up my skin care regimen in my 30’s! That neglect has shown up as dryness, dark circles, and those first whispers of fine lines. The lines are worse where I carry stress in my upper forehead and am definitely seeing those crow’s feet around my eyes! And let’s not even talk about the “orange peel” chin. UGH! Getting older is not for babies y’all. Plus my makeup has just been looking terrible. I knew I needed to get into Fig and let them guide me with a plan of action for treatments and products to use at home. If your skin is maturing and needs more TLC Fig is the perfect place to lead the way!
Read MoreVintage YSL, Valentino, + HALSTON ... just a few of my favorite words!
Unpacked some of my fall favorites over the weekend and will slowly start transitioning my closet ! Did you guys see the weather forecast?!! Please tell me summer is REALLY ending!!!!!!!!! 🍁 🍂 🍁
The best horror movies are the ones that never truly leave your mind's eye even once the credits have rolled. They're the ones that give you fears you'd never even considered before. I am so looking forward to the spooky season!!!!! Halloween is my favorite!
Read MoreI am so excited to share this Black-Owned French brand with you that specializes in wax products founded by the wisest 15 year old girl!!!
WaxMalia chooses to employ Ivorian artisans and uses fabrics made in Côte d'Ivoire. It is a family business created by a daughter and her father. (so so special)
From Paris 🇫🇷 to Abidjan 🇨🇮
I just love my Sac Pliable en wax in the Feuilles DE Magnolia print so much! This foldable bag slips nicely into my handbag so I never have to be without a bag for a purchase or whatever else I may need it for.
Everyone needs one!
Read More“There is no limit to what we, as women can accomplish. “- @michelleobama
Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission! Let the sisterhood blossom ladies! Happy Women’s Equality Day!! 🌸
Inspired by two brands I want to share for #WomensEqualityDay should you want to do some online shopping this afternoon!!
Our sweet boys have been living a life of leisure and gluttony this year, just as I think we all have in all fairness to them!!! After a vet appointment, we knew it was time to make a few lifestyle changes for Melvin & Henry. We have had experience with fresh pet food previously but then got lazy and switched back to kibble! HUGE mistake. Our poor dog Henry has the worst digestive issues and can no longer even stomach kibble. Go French Yourself is committed to highlighting and working with more Black-Owned brands this year and indefinitely so after doing some research I was thrilled to learn about Pet Plate! They are black-owned and this was something that was and is VERY important to me. The owner-Renaldo Webb was a consultant in the pet food space and saw the inferior ingredients and substandard processes used to make mass-market pet food. He went to work to find a healthy solution for his adorable pooch Winston and Pet Plate, a fresh dog food delivery service was born!
Read MoreThis is hands down a recipe I from The Defined Dish that I will be making time and time again even when not on a Whole30!!!! SOOOOOOo freakin’ good!
Read MoreDespite the fact that I love makeup and embrace trying new products with possibly too much vigor, I absolutely sympathize with women that shy away from wearing bright lipstick. They undoubtedly make a big statement!!! (But do not worry if you do shy away because I have a good nude for you too) Everyday I am reminded how much I love lipstick. How it can singularly transform my entire mood. I mean really! Lipstick is the single product that can completely transform a woman’s face, and thus her attitude, confidence and it indeed a whole mood game changer!
I have mentioned Madame Gabriela before in this post but I am so excited today to share a Q & A feature with the the founder! Madame Gabriela is a beauty brand developed to lead the culture of true clean and safe lipstick for informed and individualistic women around the world.
Read MoreI am so excited for this round of Whole30! It’s only the second day of this round but I have my eye on the prize! I ate horribly the last 6 months with all of the quarantine stress and I just need a reset! I also gained 12 pounds and am just feeling a tad icky! None of my clothes fit and I am just ready for a lifestyle change! So feel free to join in on the Whole30! I am loving The Defined Dish’s recipes so much! I will be cooking my way through her book for this round of Whole30!
So here is here recipe for this creamy tortilla-less soup! It was so delish!
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