Style Guide: 2 Looks in 1

As I'm sure you are all aware by now, I love pieces of clothing that I can wear in multiple ways or pieces that grant me different looks. Today's spring outfit is just that - 2 looks in 1. The first outfit is a very casual outfit - one that you would run errands in, for example. The flats and vest give off a sporty vibe that is both ultra comfortable and laid-back. (I wore this look to an auction preview, a laid-back atmosphere where we preview potential purchases).

Vest: TJ Maxx // Top: Mango // Skirt: Forever 21 // Shoes: Lucky Brand // Bracelet: TJ Maxx



Most of the time I have the opportunity to run home and change between engagements but on days when I'm on the road, a 2-in-1 look is welcome.







Even though I rarely wear flats, they are definitely a nice (and comfortable) change from heels.

Since I had a family dinner that evening, a small tweak was needed. Ok, not needed but definitely nice. 

The following look is a more classic outfit. Trench coats and neutral pumps automatically make outfits appear more dressed up. I kept everything the same but substituted the vest with the trench and switched out the Lucky flats for the more formal nude pumps. This second look is great for a night out, a dinner, etc.

Do you have any tricks for transitioning your look from day to night?

Trench: TJ Maxx // Heels: Target


Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! We have dear friends coming over so we're super excited about that :)

Lemonade Recipe

I bought a bag of lemons the other day because I found myself wishing for a glass of cold, homemade lemonade. The hubs and I mostly drink water year round.

And by water, I mean, coffee and hot tea.

But seriously, we rarely drink soda and never buy packaged juices. So during our summers, we treat ourselves with homemade drinks like lemonade and brewed tea (sweetened, of course).



I am not lying or exaggerating when I say this is one of the simplest drink recipes ever. You may strain a few muscles (or acquire some hand cramping) while you're juicing each lemon BUT it is well worth it.

And your family will thank you. I hope.




So if this recipe is just for lemonade, what are all those green specks in the glass?

Good question.

Since I can't seem to leave any recipe alone, I decide to muddle a few mint leaves (with a 1 T or so of lemonade) and add them to the glass. If you love mint like I do, it gives the lemonade an extra punch and kind of resembles a mojito.



LEMONADE RECIPE AND INGREDIENTS
*taken from All Recipes

• 1 1/4 c - 1 3/4 c sugar (I put a range here because the lemonade is very sweet when using the full amount. Decrease if you prefer a more tart lemonade)
• 8 c water
• 1 1/2 c lemon juice (Remember the handy "rolling" technique - roll all the lemons on the counter before cutting and squeezing.)
• A few mint leaves

Combine sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan. Boil and dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and cool. 

Remove seeds from lemon juice but leave the pulp. In a pitcher, combine sugar/water mixture, lemon juice, and remaining water. Stir well. 

If you want to add the mint....

-Muddle a few mint leaves for each glass with a bit of lemonade. (I usually use a small bowl/cup and  a fork/spoon to mash up the leaves with the lemonade since I don't have an actual muddler.)