I can't believe it. I finally found a romper that not only fits, but feels comfortable enough for a whole day in the sun! While perusing the racks at Nordstrom Rack for business casual apparel, I stumbled upon this perfectly printed romper. Although my mission was to come home with work clothes and shoes, I couldn't resist trying this romper on. I'm a sucker for navy blue and white prints after all. 


I paired it with a coral crossbody purse to add a pop of color and one of my favorite 31 Bits necklaces. I have two and I always get compliments on them!  Since we spent the day wandering around the Horseshoe Craft and Flea Market and exploring shops on Tennyson Street, I wore my new Teva Cabrillo Strap Wedges. They're really the perfect sandal for everyday wear. Comfortable but not too casual.


Are you a fan of the romper/jumpsuit trend? I never thought I'd ever wear a romper but here we are.

After a long weekend of self-indulgence, I've been craving some serious greens. My new favorite salad dressing is a creamy Maple Tahini dressing which is easy to whip up for a quick dinner. It pairs well with kale, spinach, and even chard.  This easy salad is a serious crowd pleaser. Top it with goat cheese and candied pecans for a luxurious touch.



Mixed Greens Salad with Roasted Beets and Maple Tahini Dressing
Serves 4

Ingredients

Salad:
Assorted Salad Greens (spinach, baby kale, chard)
Candied Pecans
Goat Cheese

Beets:
Olive oil
A pinch of salt
4 Beets

Dressing:
1/4 cup Tahini
2 teaspoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 cup water

Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with tin foil.
2. Peel and chop the beets into small pieces. In a mixing bowl, toss the beets with a pinch of salt and olive oil. Spread them evenly over the baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes.
3. While beets are baking, grab a small mixing bowl and whisk together salad dressing ingredients.
4. In a large bowl, combine greens, dressing, pecans, and goat cheese.
5. Once beets are done, toss into the salad
6. Enjoy!

Apparently, 70s inspired fashion is in for Spring/Summer 2016. Think floral chiffon maxi dresses, fringe on fringe, and oh yes, clogs. Now, clogs have been creeping back into style with the rise of the Swedish Hasbeens a few seasons ago. But now, there are so many varieties and they are all so stinkin' cute. I picked a pair of TOMS clogs and they are so comfortable. Yes, you heard me right, TOMS is making clogs now. Although I don't agree with their One to One model (I could write a whole other post as to why it's problematic from an international development standpoint if you'd like), I do think their design team knows whats up. I can walk everywhere in them and my feet feel like they are carried by a cloud. True story. They've been turning heads in the office and at school. I'm even thinking about getting a second pair because I know I'm about to trash these bad boys by wearing them everyday.

Apologizes for the radio silence readers but the last few months have been insane and they are only going to get crazier. I'm 2.5 months away from graduating from my masters program which means I only have 2 months to complete my capstone project and get the rest of my ducks in a row.  I can't wait to be done but at the same time I'm not sure how I'll find the time to get everything done. I can live without sleep for the next two months right? I've been applying to full-time public health jobs like crazy and I'm attempting to be a social butterfly on LinkedIn.  I'm hoping to keep the blog going and maybe post a few things over spring break? Regardless, keep checking back in every once in a while because once school is done (SO SOON) I'll be back to posting on the regular. In the meantime, I'm going to be working all weekend and repeating this mantra:

One of my big goals for 2016 is to pare down my wardrobe and establish a capsule wardrobe. Rather than buying all the pretty things that catch my eye, I want to make smart purchases and invest in clothing and accessories that can be worn a ton of different ways. That being said, I've been on the lookout for a pair of booties that can be worn with anything and during multiple seasons.  Luckily, I found the perfect pair. I'm head over heels in love with the Dolce Vita Haku Bootie: half-bootie, half-mule, and a whole lotta sass.  These bad boys will look amazing with cuffed boyfriend jeans or a flirty sundress.


Do you have any recommendations for creating a capsule wardrobe? Would love to hear your ideas in the comments!

This Thanksgiving, Steve and I headed back east. It was the first time I had been back since 2013!  We visited Steve's family all over Maine and spent some much needed time with college friends in Boston.  Even though it was a jam-packed trip it was amazing spending time in a beautiful state with loved ones. We drove up and down Route 1 and had beautiful views of the rivers, bays and forests that are quintessential Maine. We spent a few nights in a cabin in Orrington where we had picture perfect views of a lake.  Unfortunately we missed peak foliage but we did get to enjoy crisp fall air and lots of real apple cider.