Friday Favorites Round Up


Happy Friday friends! Has this week felt long or what?! I’m so excited to be linking up with Amanda and April, especially since I wasn’t able to share my favorites last week! I’m also really excited to finally meet Kate this weekend since she’s going to be here for just one night! Here are some of my favorites this week! 



Favorite Recipe


I like lettuce wraps, but struggle with what to put in them – that was until I found this recipe for Baked Asian Chicken Meatball lettuce wraps! I can’t wait to make these soon! I might not even have time to put them in the lettuce and eat them as is! 



Favorite Purchase



I saw a blogger on instagram sporting these loafers and I had to have them! They come in 6 different colors and I’m happy I was able to scoop up the pink ones before they sold out in my size- you can’t beat the price of $21!!! If you’re like my mom you’re probably wondering – what are you going to wear that with? Well…jeans, pants – really anything that will allow me to wear them so yes even leggings haha! 


Favorite Read


I was flipping through US Weekly and saw this book as a must read – I’ll admit the cover is what got me hooked first. I started reading on Monday and finished by Thursday – could not put it down! Maybe in Another Life is such a differently written book. You have Hannah a 29 year-old at a cross roads in her life and moving back to the only home she’s ever known in LA. The book alternates chapters by her choosing one path over the other and it’s really fascinating because you find yourself pulling equally for both lives. I’ll just end this very brief review by saying – I cried…I read the last page of the acknowledgements the author wrote and I cried! It was as good on the last page as it was on the first! 


Favorite Song




File this one away for get’s stuck in your head and you end up bopping to it all day long!! P.S. How gorgeous does Demi Lovato look in the video! 




Favorite Links




//Anything that doesn’t require oven time is a winner in my book – these no bake cake batter truffles look delicious! 




//How do you feel about matching sets? I sort of love them! 




//I dished on my love for Jillian Harris a few weeks ago and looks like Lauren Conrad agrees because she has an interview on her site this week! 




Happy weekend friends!! See you back here Monday for Weekending! 






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  1. P!nky
    July 24, 2015 / 11:14 am

    How fun you get to meet Kate this weekend! I already chatted with her about how I want to crash the paryt, hahaha. Darn flights not being cheap enough on the fly. Have a great time!

    Those shoes look amazing, I am totally checking them out. I had no idea matching sets were on trend, does that mean mixing patterns is out again? I actually loved that trend!

    Adding that book to my reading list, it sounds like something right up my alley. As do those truffles, give me all the truffles! Happy Friday, pretty!

  2. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    July 24, 2015 / 11:25 am

    I am so happy you got the loafers, they are so cute! And yay for meeting Kate this weekend. I'm jealous! I think I definitely need to make those truffles this weekends, I've been craving something sweet! Have a great weekend doll!

    <3, Pamela
    Sequins & Sea Breezes

  3. Jenn
    July 24, 2015 / 11:27 am

    Have so much fun meeting up with Kate!! Im sure that'll be a great time 🙂
    Love those lettuce wraps–they look so tasty!
    The loafers are super cute! I saw a fun pair when I was outlet shopping but they just didn't look right on me. Im sure you will rock yours 🙂
    Hope you have a great Friday!

  4. Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the Shoes
    July 24, 2015 / 11:55 am

    I love those loafers…tooooo cute and perfect for fall! Have fun meeting Kate, that's so awesome! Enjoy your weekend 🙂

  5. Zelle B.
    July 24, 2015 / 12:11 pm

    Thanks for the book suggestion! Putting this one at the top of my list (I love the color, too!) And those loafers are definitely fab. Happy Friday, girlfriend! Have a great weekend!
    xo Southern Style

  6. Lindsay @ Lovely Life Styling
    July 24, 2015 / 12:16 pm

    I love your new pink shoes! They look comfy and cute! Have fun meeting Kate and have a wonderful weekend!

  7. Whitney and Blaire
    July 24, 2015 / 12:33 pm

    I am definitely looking into this book. I just finished Jodi Picoult's Leaving Time and loved it, so I am looking for a new read. Have a great weekend Biana!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  8. Annie Reeves
    July 24, 2015 / 12:35 pm

    I've got to read that book!! SOunds soooo interesting.

    Annie Reeves

  9. Stacy G
    July 24, 2015 / 12:35 pm

    I want to read that book!! Yes to the cake batter truffles and I really loved that interview! I need to make a vision board ASAP! lol Happy Friday! xoxo

  10. Pink and Fabulous
    July 24, 2015 / 12:37 pm

    I'm going to download that book right now! I love Jillian (and LC, duh!) I think those shoes are so super cute and a great buy and any pair of pink shoes is great in my book 😉 Hope you have a great weekend lady! xo

  11. Andrea Nine
    July 24, 2015 / 12:44 pm

    I think matching set are great if subtle. You wouldn't want top and bottoms covered in sharks or flamingos! ha! Have a wonderful weekend full of beautiful moments, fun and happiness…oh and sunshine!!!

    livingoncloudandreanine.blogspot.com

  12. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often
    July 24, 2015 / 12:45 pm

    Those meatballs sound delish! Add that book to my list, sounds like a good read. Have a great weekend.

  13. Claire | Fashion + Feathers
    July 24, 2015 / 12:48 pm

    Happy Friday! I love those pink flats – you'll be able to wear them with everything. The perfect tribal/boho look 🙂

  14. Cory (playdates and prescriptions)
    July 24, 2015 / 12:49 pm

    Okay I need those pink flats in my life too! Such a great deal!!
    Have the best wknd!!

  15. Anonymous
    July 24, 2015 / 12:50 pm

    I love all of your favorites this week! I had lettuce wraps with vegetarian chicken salad in them yesterday! Soo yummy! Those loafers are cute and I'm loving the matching sets trend!

  16. Rachel Emily
    July 24, 2015 / 12:54 pm

    Those Asian chicken meatballs look amazing! That book sounds so great too – you always find the most unique books!! That one sounds fantastic!

  17. Owen Ross Davis
    July 24, 2015 / 1:00 pm

    I am slightly obsessed with Jillian Harris. I wish she was still on Love It or List It. She is just so adorable!!! Also, LOVE your new loafers! I would love those in black to wear to work!

  18. Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate
    July 24, 2015 / 1:03 pm

    Happy Friday, Biana!! Oh my goodness — I looove lettuce wraps + asian chicken …so, I can hardly wait to check out those delicious looking meatball wraps!! Thanks for sharing! 😉 I absolutely ADORE your pink loafers!! 🙂 Wishing you a fabulous upcoming weekend, sweet friend! Xx – Brenda // Chatting Over Chocolate

  19. B @ The Sequin Notebook
    July 24, 2015 / 1:22 pm

    Glad you were able to snap up those loafers – they are simply adorable! Also, that book sounds intriguing…it's going on my vacation book list 🙂

  20. Marie
    July 24, 2015 / 1:25 pm

    Those loafers are so fab. That book sounds really great..adding it to my list. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

  21. kerri @ cheshire kat
    July 24, 2015 / 1:28 pm

    so many good things. i've definitely been rocking out to that song lately! those lettuce wraps look phenom! i always feel better when i have lettuce wraps over anything carb related haha. those loafers are SUCH a great deal and super cute! i can't wait to see some outfits with them! xo

    cheshirekatblog.com

  22. Chesson | Magnolia+Main
    July 24, 2015 / 1:35 pm

    That book looks and sounds really good! I'm going to have to pick it up before heading to the beach next weekend. Have a great Friday!

  23. sara [at] journey of doing
    July 24, 2015 / 1:36 pm

    This week has totally been the longest!!!! Those shoes are totally adorable… and they look comfy!!!! The lettuce wrap meatballs are genius – way less messy than the real thing!!!

  24. Unknown
    July 24, 2015 / 1:41 pm

    That recipe looks delicious! I am definitely going to read that book! I just finished a book called Crossroads Cafe and it was really good- I recommend that!
    ~~Megan~~
    poshprime.com

  25. Meghan @ Southern Belle Secrets
    July 24, 2015 / 1:46 pm

    Those loafers are adorable and I'll totally be ordering a pair later especially because the price cannot be beat! I sort of love matching sets too! I could never pull one off, but I love it when I see other cute bloggers doing it!

    xoxo,
    Meghan
    Southern Belle Secrets

  26. Torry
    July 24, 2015 / 1:46 pm

    I love Jillian – she has such great style. Love it! I am adding that book to my must read list – your brief review has me already hooked!

  27. Rachel McCarthy
    July 24, 2015 / 1:54 pm

    Those pink loafers are the cutest! I think I need them, especially at that price! Oh no, another book to read! You have the best book selections but it's making me realized how behind I am! P.S. I bought the Essie Gel Top Coat yesterday! I am so excited to do my nails tonight to try it out. Thanks so much for the suggestion! Have a fabulous weekend!

    xo, Rachel
    ablondesmoment.com

  28. Shannon Jenkins
    July 24, 2015 / 2:02 pm

    I love Demi!! I got to meet her during her concert last year and she's the sweetest! Those loafers are adorable and look super comfy!! Have a great weekend!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  29. Kelly Mock
    July 24, 2015 / 2:09 pm

    OMG! Those recipes!!! YUM! Happy Friday!

  30. Karly @ What Karly Said
    July 24, 2015 / 2:25 pm

    I was thinking of you yesterday when I read the Jillian Harris interview because I know you like her so much! It was a great interview – I'm definitely checking out her blog. It looks like I found a new book to add to my reading list, and I love that new Demi Lovato song! Have a great weekend, friend!

  31. Courtney B
    July 24, 2015 / 2:33 pm

    Those cake batter truffles sound amazing!! Happy weekend, my friend. I totally agree with you, this week drrrrrrragged, ha ha!

  32. Caroline @ Windy City Chic
    July 24, 2015 / 2:35 pm

    LOVE those bright pink loafers!!! They aren't available in a size 5 though, boo!! Those truffles and meatballs sound delicious too. I will definitely check out that book too, sounds really good!! I hope that you have a fabulous weekend lady!! 🙂

  33. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    July 24, 2015 / 3:06 pm

    how cute are those pink loafers?! so fun. and i love the idea of lettuce wraps but i;ve never actually made them – need to get on that! Demi Lovato looks gorgeous in that video, and the song is so fun! Have a great weekend girl xx

  34. Carly Messmer
    July 24, 2015 / 3:15 pm

    I've been jamming out to that Demi Lovato song all week. Loving it. Have a great weekend!

  35. Shay from Great, Now What
    July 24, 2015 / 3:20 pm

    I don't know what I like more… the loafers or that book! Sounds/ looks great!

  36. Nina @ Flowers in my Hair
    July 24, 2015 / 3:20 pm

    PUtting that book on my list!

  37. Christina Lea Loves
    July 24, 2015 / 3:34 pm

    I love those shoes and scoring the pink ones is a perfect find! I love that matching blue/white set – another perfect find!

  38. MakeMeUpMia
    July 24, 2015 / 3:40 pm

    Those loafers are amazing! Checking out the recipes now 🙂 Happy Friday XO

  39. Life as the Mrs.
    July 24, 2015 / 3:44 pm

    Love those flats! Might need to scoop them up in nude! 🙂

  40. Sarah Blodgett
    July 24, 2015 / 3:56 pm

    I definitely need to try those chicken meatballs!… and OMG Demi looks amazing in that video!!!
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    everydaystarlet.com/

  41. Kelsey @ The Peacock Roost
    July 24, 2015 / 3:58 pm

    Those meatballs look amazing!! I'll definitely be checking that book out. Jillian Harris & Lauren Conrad? Two of my absolute faves! Following that link now!
    Kelsey
    thepeacockroost.com

  42. Unknown
    July 24, 2015 / 3:58 pm

    Cute photos, I love the flats!

    Style by Avery

  43. Rebecca Jo
    July 24, 2015 / 4:03 pm

    Well dang… I'm off to spend more money – I think I HAVE to have those loafers in my life!

  44. Katie {The Mishaps and Mayhem of a Solitary Life}
    July 24, 2015 / 4:10 pm

    Ooohhh will definitely check out that book!! Sounds good…and I like different!! $21??? SOLD!!! And lettuce wraps…yummmmm!! Have a great weekend!!

  45. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    July 24, 2015 / 4:29 pm

    Have a blast meeting up with Kate! Can't wait to hear about it! Those chicken meatballs sound amazing right about now! Pinning! Happy weekend pretty lady!

  46. Susie W.
    July 24, 2015 / 4:35 pm

    Ooo that book sounds really good! I just started a new one but maybe that will be my next! Have a great weekend!

    xx,
    Susie

    SequinsandStrawberries.com

  47. Caroline @ In Due Time
    July 24, 2015 / 4:40 pm

    I admire people who can pull of loafers, but that is NOT me!! I think my arches are way too high for them to look even somewhat normal 🙂

  48. Vicki
    July 24, 2015 / 4:43 pm

    I think I may have to get some of those loafers! So cute and very affordable!!

  49. Brianne
    July 24, 2015 / 4:52 pm

    Those meatballs look so so good!

  50. Meg Taylor
    July 24, 2015 / 5:25 pm

    YUM those Asian Chicken Meatball lettuce wraps look amazing!

  51. Christina
    July 24, 2015 / 5:38 pm

    i have not stopped listening to that song since the day it came out. crazy good.

  52. Liz Lizo
    July 24, 2015 / 5:44 pm

    That book sounds so cool, I must read that. Thanks for sharing!

    – Liz Lizo
    LizLizo.com

  53. Unknown
    July 24, 2015 / 5:49 pm

    Those loafers are so adorable (plus they look really comfy!) and that book looks like another must read to add to my list! Love looking over your favorites! Have a wonderful weekend gorgeous. XO -Kim
    thethirtysomethinglife.com

  54. Erin LFF
    July 24, 2015 / 6:07 pm

    OMG those loafers! I thought for sure I was going to click on them and they'd be too expensive– EEK! Treating myself right NOW!!

  55. Unknown
    July 24, 2015 / 6:21 pm

    I'm pretty sure I would be one to eat the meatballs without the lettuce lol, but those loafers are super and my favorite PINK!, Demi has definitely transformed and she look great, one of my favorite songs at the moment too.
    artadorned.com/

  56. ManicMakeupGirl
    July 24, 2015 / 6:28 pm

    Loving those loafers!!! That pink is just too cute! And such a steal at that price!!! Happy Friday!!!

    Xoxox
    ManicMakeupGirl.Blogspot.com

  57. Anonymous
    July 24, 2015 / 6:31 pm

    I have identical loafers… from Old Navy lol. Same color, too! Love that no-bake recipe and a good book rec is always appreciated, lady! Happy weekend 🙂

  58. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    July 24, 2015 / 6:33 pm

    Those loafers are fabulous they are the most perfect pink Fall color. I am all about the no bake ideas and those look so good. That book definitely sounds like something I would read. Yeah for blogger meet up! Have a fabulous weekend love!

  59. Darcy
    July 24, 2015 / 7:05 pm

    I have not heard of that book before! I need to look it up — sounds great!
    amemoryofus.com

  60. Julia
    July 24, 2015 / 8:27 pm

    That book sounds really good, will have to check it out! Love those loafers, SO cute! Have a great weekend!

  61. Anonymous
    July 24, 2015 / 8:32 pm

    I love no-bake treats! Thank you for sharing. I bake cookies sometimes, but baking is not my favorite.

  62. The Siberian American
    July 24, 2015 / 8:33 pm

    Those loafers are adorable! $21 is a great deal! You have convinced me to read Maybe In Another Life-sounds like such a great book! Those no bake truffles look amazing too! Have a great weekend! 🙂

  63. Nadine
    July 24, 2015 / 8:34 pm

    So awesome that you get to me Kate!!!! Those lettuce wraps and the cake batter truffles both look so amazing. Totally pinning those for later! Those loafers are so cute, and of course, pink in my size is gone. I have some black ones like that already…and nude Sperrys so I guess I don't need any of the other colors haha. Hope you have a great weekend!

  64. Paula thirteenthoughts.com
    July 24, 2015 / 8:38 pm

    That book sounds so interesting! So funny, but I was just driving home, thinking how much I love Demi's new song! It's such a fun, Summer song 😉

    Paula
    Thirteen Thoughts

  65. Girl Meets Bow
    July 24, 2015 / 8:57 pm

    Stop it!! I saw the "designer version" of those pink loafers and knew I couldn't budget for them, but $21 is AMAZING!! Crossing my fingers they come back in my size! 🙂

  66. Stephanie Chalk
    July 24, 2015 / 9:32 pm

    Give me those lettuce wraps, they look amazing! Have an awesome weekend! Xo, Stephanie

  67. Shelly @ The Queen in Between
    July 24, 2015 / 10:27 pm

    This may be my favorite friday favorites post yet! Lettuce wraps look amazing…that book has me intrigued and I'm totally downloading that song! Have a great weekend.

  68. Shelly @ The Queen in Between
    July 24, 2015 / 10:46 pm

    And oh my goodness is Jillian not the cutest?? I watch her on HGTV but honestly have never been a bachelor series watcher so I had no clue!! She is adorable.

  69. Kayla MKOY
    July 24, 2015 / 11:36 pm

    Those shoes for THAT price?!!! Oh my gosh!!! I NEED those. & yes, I freaking love Jillian!! She's perfection.

  70. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    July 25, 2015 / 12:37 am

    Yay for a blate! And those shoes are adorable! I am definitely going to start reading that book tonight! Happy Weekend, lady! xo

  71. Miguel Gouveia
    July 25, 2015 / 8:11 am

    Love that song 😀

    I hope you have a nice weekend 😀

    LIGHT BLUE | NEW OUTFIT POST <3
    Instagram ∫ Facebook Oficial Page ∫ Miguel Gouveia / Blog Pieces Of Me 😀

  72. LHWinstead
    July 25, 2015 / 3:33 pm

    I've never heard of that book – love recommendations! Thanks for sharing 🙂 That's an awesome price on the shoes – they're super cute, too!

  73. Carly
    July 25, 2015 / 4:35 pm

    I love that matching set you posted- so pretty! And those pink shoes are so fun– and look sooo comfy! I have that book on my kindle to read soon, so I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it!

  74. Annessa
    July 25, 2015 / 5:50 pm

    I am so making those lettuce wraps they look amazing! And I just listened to that "cool for the summer" song and I love it!! Def going to be stuck in my head all day.

    Annessa
    seekingsunshine.com

  75. Melissa LaRose
    July 25, 2015 / 8:40 pm

    Thos loafers are adorable, I may need to add them to my closet as well lol!
    Jillian is one of my faves, loved reading her interview 🙂
    <3 Melissa

  76. IamSuperMelski
    July 25, 2015 / 9:05 pm

    Oooh I am definitely gonna need to try making that Baked Asian Chicken Meatball lettuce wraps. That looks amazing!

  77. Klein Dot Co
    July 25, 2015 / 9:18 pm

    That book sounds really interesting! What a clever way to write! I have similar pink loafers but they are the UGG slippers – and I TOTALLY wear them out of the house still! Also, I need those cake batter truffles in my life STAT.

  78. Evelina
    July 25, 2015 / 9:48 pm

    Those shoes are so cute! I love the way they look on other people but I feel like they totally do not suit me at all. Maybe I just need help styling them! The hot pink and soft pink ones are adorable.

  79. Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    July 26, 2015 / 2:00 am

    That book sounds so good!

    ~Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

  80. Kelsey Bang
    July 26, 2015 / 8:31 am

    fun post! those pink loafers are so cute!
    kelseybang.com

  81. Elena @ baby Ridley bump
    July 26, 2015 / 2:30 pm

    Love the pink mocs!! And those lettuce wraps look so yummy! Let us know how they are!

  82. Jillian
    July 26, 2015 / 4:09 pm

    yummmm i want those cake truffles!! xo jillian – cornflake dreams

  83. Laura Darling
    July 27, 2015 / 3:29 am

    I love those loafers! And the pink is so fun! Off to see if they have a pair in my size! 🙂

  84. Unknown
    July 27, 2015 / 3:54 am

    Ahhhh, I had lettuce wraps last night, I need to try these ASAP!

    Wishes & Reality

  85. Kay R.
    July 27, 2015 / 5:00 am

    Oh man those pink flats are everything!!

  86. Elle Sees
    July 27, 2015 / 11:57 am

    you've got my convinced that i need to check out that book! it sounds so good. and speaking of good, that recipe def fits the bill. can't wait for your weekend round up.

  87. Lyndsay
    July 27, 2015 / 1:38 pm

    Oh my goodness I need to get my hands on that book, from what you've said it sounds absolutely fascinating!

    prosecco in the park

  88. Angela
    July 27, 2015 / 3:58 pm

    That books sounds really good!

  89. Unknown
    July 28, 2015 / 7:02 am

    The meatballs in lettuce wraps sound so good!!
    I think I'll add that to the meal plan this week!

  90. Paige @ Reasons to Come Home
    July 28, 2015 / 2:18 pm

    Those loafers are adorable! You'll have to let us know how comfortable they are! I need a few good books to read…I'll have to check that one out!