FOODIE FRIDAY: CUPCAKES PLEASE

I'M ON A CUPCAKE KICK. LET'S BAKE. I JUST HAD A SPRINKLES CUPCAKE TONIGHT. I'M SO SOLD.

I picked all of these because visually I was excited by how pretty they all were. These cupcakes are making me wonder how something can look so perfect for a moment and then they are gone. Like there is your art then BOOM it's gone, and it was good while it lasted. Besides the point.. after I ate a cupcake tonight it got me thinking.. I NEED MORE, and I want them to be cute whilst I eat them all.

FOODIE FRIDAY: AVOCADO TOAST

I am one of many who loves avocados! So avocado toast is one of my favorite breakfasts..snacks..actually it's great anytime of the day. And the best part about avocado toast is that it is so simple to whip together..

1. scoop avocado out of skin into bowl

2.sprinkle salt ( I prefer sea salt), pepper and a spritz of lime onto the avocado.

3. mash with a fork to your desired texture (love mine chunky!)

4. toast your bread to how you like it

5. then spread that avocado goodness onto the bread-don't hesistate to put on a ton as the avocado is the best part!

bon appetite

IV'E GOTTEN A FEW OF THOSE

Who hasn't had an ex..or a crush that has made them a mixtape?! I have had more than a few mix tapes, and i kept them all...ALL of them. I thought I was weird till I found this book Cassette From My Ex Not only is this book awesome, but this website is equally as awesome. People have sent in actual tracks from their mix tapes and the stories behind them. You can listen to the songs, and read the info of their "love" stories. So if you're looking for something different to read I recommend this book it's a fun simple read.

HAIR MAKEOVER : BRAIDS

My current go-to for jazzing up my hair style? BRAID. Whether it be messy and casual to super fun and creative the braid adds an almost romantic element to your style. Even if you hair is short and can't quite do a crazy version just adding a braid to the hair gives it style! Below is a link to a hair tutorial video that I found super cute and most of all..EASY.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bcykPEiVyQ&list=UUfmlT8gP-H6-zqdMQLtMVXQ&index=37&feature=plcp

OH YOU FANCY HUH?

Listen ladies! nail art is bigger than ever, and I'm personally so into the trend. Here are some awesome D.I.Y nails to get your mind thinking. Also loving some of the color's brands like essie, and opi are offering as of late. Get creative and have fun!

1. Paint your nails white/cream 2. Soak nails in alcohol for five minutes 3. Press nails to map and hold 4. Paint with clear protectant immediately after it dries.


NAIL PEN ROUTE (difficulty level low! outcome level high!)
Tribal=EASY. It's hard to really mess it up because it's pretty abstract. This is probably my personal fave because you can get really fun with it!

SIMPLISTIC YET CREATIVE

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE LAUGH

Marc Johns

I came across these today.. and started laughing to myself. I only wanna buy, and MAKE ART that makes people laugh. Check out more of Marc Johns stuff. He seems like he knows how to make people laugh, while he is doing what he loves!. THUMBS UP DUDE!

BLACK AND WHITE STRIPES

Must have hammock from ETSY

Stripe Midi Skirt from ASOS

Impossible Symmetry-Cebra iPhone case from Estudio Minga

Knitted Breton Jumper from TOPSHOP

Christina flat from ShoeMint

Noir for L.A.M.B. Pyramid Stations Bracelet from SHOPBOP

WANDERLUST WEDNESDAY: MY TRIP TO ITALY

History. Food. Beautiful People. The Pope. these are just a few words that come to mind when you think of Italy! I was very blessed to make my way to Rome-then Capri- in April of this year to experience these very things. We spent 5 days in Rome, then took a train,then boat to the Island of Capri for 4 days. The experience was a whirl wind! I can't put into words all the amazing things Italy has to offer; hopefully one day everyone reading this post will put 'a trip to Italy' on their bucket list...you will never regret it!

WANDERLUST WEDNESDAY: TREEHOTEL IN SWEDEN

When I think about my ideal travel destination, it's generally in a tree. Honestly. There are so many great Tree Hotels that I NEED to experience. This particular one is called the TREEHOTEL and it's located in Sweden. You can stay in one of its many "treerooms" which are contemporary habitats in the middle of unspoiled nature. It's located near the Lule river in a village that is populated by only about 600 people. It's just a short stroll through the forest to reach restaurants and shops. Sounds just about perfect if you ask me.

MY DREAM HOME: LAUREN EDITION

 When I think of my future, I always imagine myself with a good husband, a few children and my dream home. I don't think I'm the first one to get lost in my own imagination of what the dream home looks like; for me it's a cottage feel, with a white picket fence and gorgeous flowers engulfing the front. I'm a true beach city gal so I hope to have this dream home just a jump,hop and a skip to the beach.