Friday Favorites | The one before August


Happy Friday friends!! What a week it’s been – I feel like I’ve been running non-stop every which way and I’m so ready for the weekend! Sharing a good old fashioned favorites post and linking up with Amanda.  



Favorite Recipe


My friend and co-worker shared this recipe with me earlier this week and it just screams summer! Bonus is that she said it was easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner. 



Favorite Style Moment from a Celebrity 


I mean can J.Lo get anymore gorgeous!? This woman turned 47 and it feels like she’s Benjamin Buttoning all of us and aging backwards!! She looks incredible!! 



Favorite Purchase(s)




Over the weekend I took my niece shopping for her birthday and she wanted to stop into Bath & Body Works – I can’t tell you the last time I was in one, but the scents are just as fruity and fantastic as I remember!! She picked up a little something for herself and I treated myself to one of their new summer mists – Blue  Waves & Citrus. Honestly with the sales they run, I don’t know why I don’t stop in more often! 


Hands down my favorite NSALE purchase was this gorgeous trench coat for under $100! I didn’t realize the detailing it had until it came in, but it has leather trim and fit true to size. Definitely a classic piece that I’ll have for years to come! Funny story – when the coat came in, Won’t be needing to wear it for a while – but I’m ready! 



Favorite Moment(s)


Yesterday was my sister’s birthday and being able to celebrate over lunch was the best! We hit up Trade-Boston for some delicious food, the flatbread was a bit spicier than anticipated, but still really tasty! What I wish I would have gotten – the short rib grilled cheese…next time! 



Favorite Links 




|| I shared my vision for our new bedroom and wouldn’t you know SMP sharedthe dreamiest white bedroomthat I know stylI’ll pull lots of inspiration from. 


|| Did you spend too much during the #NSALE?Read thison how to recuperate πŸ™‚


|| We can all rest a little easier – Netflix has announced that theGilmore Girls Revivalis set to release on November 25th – are you ready?




Hope you all have wonderful weekends!! Enjoy the last one of July! 




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  1. Andrea Nine
    July 29, 2016 / 11:40 am

    One of my sons got me 3 B&B mists for Mother's Day and I've been using them all summer. So good! You and your sissy are so cute! J-Lo is my fav too…so amazing! Speaking of my fav…..YOU…go have the BEST weekend!!

  2. Girl Meets Bow
    July 29, 2016 / 11:41 am

    J Lo is seriously #goals! When I saw her in Vegas I couldn't get over how amazing she looked! Happy belated birthday to your sister!! Have a fab weekend!

  3. Unknown
    July 29, 2016 / 11:59 am

    I LOVE that trench, what a great find! J Lo is so freaking gorgeous, hope I age as well as she does! Happy weekend! XO-Kim

  4. Unknown
    July 29, 2016 / 11:59 am

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  5. Alexis @ Chemistry Cachet
    July 29, 2016 / 12:19 pm

    I can't believe Jlo is 47! Amazing! Happy Friday girl, Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!! πŸ™‚

  6. Stephanie Spring
    July 29, 2016 / 12:21 pm

    How is JLo 47?! She looks amazing!

    That pizza also looks pretty amazing! πŸ˜‰ Happy weekend!

  7. Elle Sees
    July 29, 2016 / 12:33 pm

    J Lo just keeps getting more gorgeous as the years go by–you're so right!! Happy birthday to your sister!! My sister is a blonde, too. My other is a redhead!!

  8. Rachel McCarthy
    July 29, 2016 / 12:34 pm

    Orecchiette is one of my favorites and it looks so good with the squash! I'm definitely going to have to add this to my list of recipes to make. Yay for Gilmore Girls…I seriously cannot wait. Have a great weekend!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  9. Laura Yoder
    July 29, 2016 / 12:54 pm

    So much here to love, but I am also cray-cray for J. Lo – she is nothing short of amazing!!!

    Laura
    blackcoffeebeautiful.com

  10. Anonymous
    July 29, 2016 / 12:56 pm

    Happy Friday ! Happy B-Day to your sister πŸ™‚ She is beautiful like you . JLO is stunning ! I can't get enough of her, super gorgeous !

  11. Ashley G
    July 29, 2016 / 1:02 pm

    Whatever J.Lo is doing/eating/drinking I want to know! She looks killer!

  12. Sierra @ Beautifully Candid
    July 29, 2016 / 1:11 pm

    Happy Friday and Birthday to your sister! Easy and delicious is my kind of dinner. Have a great weekend! Xo Beautifully Candid

  13. Sierra @ Beautifully Candid
    July 29, 2016 / 1:11 pm

    Happy Friday and Birthday to your sister! Easy and delicious is my kind of dinner. Have a great weekend! Xo Beautifully Candid

  14. Klein Dot Co
    July 29, 2016 / 1:16 pm

    Ooohhhh that recipe you shared is totally summer – we got every single one of those ingredients in our CSA box this week!! Thanks for sharing πŸ™‚

  15. Lizzie @ This Happy Life
    July 29, 2016 / 1:23 pm

    That recipe looks so yummy, for sure pinning!

    J Lo is so gorgeous, it's just not fair! LOL

    How fun to spend the day with your sister! And yayyyyy for Gilmore Girls!!

  16. Owen Davis @ Davis Duo
    July 29, 2016 / 1:44 pm

    LOVE that trench coat!! Dying for Fall weather so I can start wearing coats + boots!

  17. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    July 29, 2016 / 1:44 pm

    J. Lo is seriously on another level fabulous! I absolutely LOVED that green/turquoise jumpsuit! Happy birthday to your sister–how awesome you got to spend the day with her! Have a wonderful weekend love!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  18. Caroline The Petite Fashionista
    July 29, 2016 / 1:45 pm

    Love J-LO! She is always flawless and I love her personality. Love that trench and that recipe looks SO good!! You and your sister are so cute too. Have a fab weekend!! πŸ™‚

  19. kerri @ cheshire kat
    July 29, 2016 / 1:45 pm

    yay for sister birthday time! the best πŸ™‚ and gilmore girls cannot come soon enough. LOVE the trench you got – it's so key to have a classic trench! i can't wait to wear mine i bought a few months ago and it's anxiously awaiting me to wear it haha. happy friday!
    xoxo cheshire kat

  20. Leah Behr
    July 29, 2016 / 2:00 pm

    Yum, that dish looks amazing! Perfect for summer! Also, that bedroom inspo is where it's at!!

    xx Leah / eatpraywearlove.com

  21. CubicleCouture
    July 29, 2016 / 2:01 pm

    TGIF!! Jlo AND Yana are Benjamin Buttoning!!! Glad you guys got to celebrate together! Hope she had a fabulous day and hope YOU my dear, have a fabulous weekend!! ~R

  22. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    July 29, 2016 / 2:11 pm

    Yup, definitely making that pasta for dinner tonight! YUM! And your new trench is perfect!! Love it! Glad you were able to celebrate with your sister over lunch yesterday, that pizza looks so yummy but the short rib grilled cheese sounds AMAZING! Happy Friday! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  23. Veronica-VeroSays!
    July 29, 2016 / 2:13 pm

    Can't wait for August haha.. Love the trench! I have one similar in black! What a steal! Looking forward to Gilmore girls in November!!! Xo

  24. Blaire Bingham
    July 29, 2016 / 2:18 pm

    Oricchiette pasta is my favorite pasta of all time and that dish looks amazing! I can't wait to give it a try. Have a fabulous weekend!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  25. Unknown
    July 29, 2016 / 2:18 pm

    Great favorites post dear!

    Xx,

    || FLOORTJELOVES ||

    floortjeloves.com
    facebook.com/floortjeloves

  26. Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the Shoes
    July 29, 2016 / 2:26 pm

    Awe what a beautiful picture of you and your sister for her birthday! That squash recipe looks amaaaaazing! My coworker just gave me some from her garden and they are HUGE, can't wait to make some yumminess with them! Enjoy your weekend girlfriend!

  27. Nichole @ casadecrews.com
    July 29, 2016 / 2:31 pm

    Before I read the caption, I wondered if this was your sister – pretty girls! Happy FRIDAY!

  28. Kate at Green Fashionista
    July 29, 2016 / 2:37 pm

    That trench is fabulous, and will definitely be a classic piece for years to come! Happy Birthday to your beautiful sissy and Happy Friday <3
    Green Fashionista

  29. Jenn
    July 29, 2016 / 2:41 pm

    I love finding new yummy scents in B&BW. So many fun ones to try out! Happy bday to your sister!!!

  30. P!nky
    July 29, 2016 / 2:48 pm

    SO SO SO ready for GG, I know it's going to be amazing. Glad you were able to celebrate your sissy!

  31. Darcy
    July 29, 2016 / 2:49 pm

    That trench is gorgeous!!
    amemoryofus.com

  32. Jalisa
    July 29, 2016 / 3:07 pm

    A very Happy Birthday to your sister, you two look SO much alike; beautiful! I just pinned that pasta recipe because these days have been so incredibly busy that when it comes time to make dinner, my mind just freezes, this is perfect for those days! Your new trench looks so cute, you can't tell the leather details by looking at it, so it's good that you shared that because that makes it even that much more cuter and stylish! I think Nordstrom's sale this year was much better than in times past. I've never shopped their sales before, but this year, I did and got some really cute pieces I'm excited about! Their outerwear selection is amazing, including your trench! J.LO does not age, I don't know how, but she just doesn't! She looks the exact same as when she first stepped out with On the 6, gorgeous, and her style is ALWAYS on point! Thank so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have the best weekend ahead!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  33. The Fashion Folks
    July 29, 2016 / 3:15 pm

    Saw the JLO outfit to the left earlier and was so amazed. She looks incredible and she still pulls off the best fashion pieces! The woman is just so gorgeous! Have a lovely weekend!! Xx

    thefashionfolks.com

  34. Kristina @ Medicine and Manicures
    July 29, 2016 / 3:49 pm

    Love that trench and OMG J-Lo. I need her secret!!! Happy Friday πŸ™‚

    xo, Kristina
    Medicine & Manicures

  35. Missy
    July 29, 2016 / 3:55 pm

    Good lord JLO is hot. I am ten years younger than her and I want to look like that! That trench is so cute. I am staying away from Norstrom for awhile, need to recover and that link is perfect! Short rib grilled cheese sounds amazing and you must go back and order that and share some. You and your sister are so cute! Have a great weekend!

  36. Kaitlyn Danielle
    July 29, 2016 / 4:04 pm

    Yes, JLO is the definition of beautiful! It's crazy how great she looks. You know she works hard for it though. I heard her talking about her diet and workout. It's intense, but it's defiantly paid off!

  37. Christina Lea Loves
    July 29, 2016 / 4:14 pm

    Your trench coat really is the best purchase and for that price you can't beat it!

  38. Amy @ Getz Girl on Fire
    July 29, 2016 / 4:16 pm

    I just bought that dang trench – I've been looking for an affordable one and pulled the trigger. Oh, and some sunglasses. Fourth time checking out with the anniversary sale – it needs to end!!!

  39. Erika Powell
    July 29, 2016 / 4:17 pm

    Yes so excited for Gilmore Girls! Best news of the week!

  40. Nadine
    July 29, 2016 / 4:22 pm

    That pasta recipe sounds delightful! Perfect for using up some veggies my sister gave me from her garden too. Your flatbread looks good but ummm short rib grilled cheese?!?!?! YES!!!! That sounds amazing!!!! I do love the trench you got!!! Such a classic, timeless piece. I hope you have a great weekend!

  41. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    July 29, 2016 / 4:27 pm

    I completely agree with you about JLo how can she look that good. So not fair!!
    You and your sister look so much alike, just different hair color! Hope hou guys have a wonderful weekend!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lilyο»Ώ

  42. Unknown
    July 29, 2016 / 4:35 pm

    The Gilmore Girls revival is making my heart so happy! Can't wait!!

    xo Lacey
    myboringcloset.com

  43. Sparkles and Lattes
    July 29, 2016 / 5:19 pm

    I can't wait for Gilmore Girls!! And I can't wait to try that summer pasta. It looks so good. Loving that pizza photo and how much fun you had this week. Have a great weekend.

  44. Candace Hampton
    July 29, 2016 / 5:32 pm

    That pasta looks really delicious. Thanks for sharing the food inspiration πŸ™‚

    thebeautybeau.com

  45. Lindsay's Sweet World
    July 29, 2016 / 5:51 pm

    Girl, I feel the same way about Jennifer Lopez. She is STUNNING. I hope I'm half as good looking as she is when I'm that age! And LOL about Benjamin Button… so true!

  46. Pamela @ alittleglitter.com
    July 29, 2016 / 6:19 pm

    JLo either has an amazing doc or amazing genes! She is ageless! I know she puts in work at the gym but her skin is flawless, too! She looks way better at 47 than I even did in my 20's!

  47. Ashley Lillis
    July 29, 2016 / 6:49 pm

    I seriously can't wait for the Gilmore Girls revival! It's going to be so good, and I might have almost started to cry when I saw the preview! That's awesome that you got to celebrate with your sister for her birthday! There's nothing better than some quality sister time! I hope that you have a great weekend!

  48. Unknown
    July 29, 2016 / 7:47 pm

    Great post, babe!! Thanks for the recipe!

    Adi xx
    fancycorrectitude.com
    instagram.com/fancycorrectitude

  49. A Dash of Pretty
    July 29, 2016 / 8:12 pm

    That recipe is so Summery! So fun that you're so close to your sister and could have a birthday lunch!

  50. Brandi Jo Little, Author
    July 29, 2016 / 10:52 pm

    I can't believe it's almost August!! Have a happy weekend! πŸ™‚

  51. Unknown
    July 30, 2016 / 1:34 am

    I LOVE that trenchcoat! I've been looking for a good one for such a long time.

    The Daily Delicacy

  52. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    July 30, 2016 / 6:01 pm

    Hope you get to fit some R&R in this weekend. Bath & Body Works has amazing sales so I always wait around for them and then stock up. So fun to celebrate your sister this week. Two pretty ladies!

  53. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    July 31, 2016 / 12:33 am

    J Lo just keeps looking better and better. Hope you're having a good weekend!

  54. Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    July 31, 2016 / 1:31 am

    Wow, that recipe looks really delicious love pasta and summer squash!

    Ashley
    acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

  55. Gabrielle
    July 31, 2016 / 11:13 pm

    Ahh, just when I thought I couldn't possibly love J.Lo anymore than I already do… you show me this! That jumpsuit looks insanely gorgeous on her!

    aglassofice.com
    x

  56. Unknown
    July 31, 2016 / 11:16 pm

    Just pinned that recipe and obsessed with the trench! Such a find, how did I miss it?!

    Heidi || Wishes & Reality

  57. Laura Darling
    August 1, 2016 / 3:49 am

    I need to try that recipe! We have zucchini and squash galore in our garden and I don't know how much zucchini bread I can eat!! πŸ™‚

  58. Mamie
    August 1, 2016 / 7:28 am

    Amazing post!
    x
    angelemall.co.nz

  59. Unknown
    August 1, 2016 / 1:25 pm

    oving all the snaps with the new bag in them! I loved seeing you going berry picking that has been something on my wishlist!
    xoxo,Victoria
    coffeeandablonde.blogspot.com

  60. a little bit of emily
    August 1, 2016 / 4:23 pm

    One of my coworkers just gave me two summer squashes – definitely perfect timing to see this recipe! Yum!

  61. Carly
    August 1, 2016 / 8:14 pm

    Yay for the trench working out! I love that one! That recipe looks sooo good- I don't think I've ever had that type of pasta before!

  62. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    August 2, 2016 / 1:25 am

    i didn't spend anything on the nordstrom sale, go me! however, i am always recovering from a big spending something lol so i will check out that blowing the bank article. that trench though, absolutely gorgeous! should have grabbed it. and seriously with JLo. She is flawless!

  63. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    August 2, 2016 / 6:43 pm

    J. Lo is seriously a knock-out! Ugh, I am dying over the trench! Great find at the sale for sure! xo, Champagne&Suburbs

  64. Elegance and Mommyhood
    August 3, 2016 / 6:00 pm

    I have never watched The Gilmore Girls but I kind of want to. Happy belated birthday to your sister. J.Lo does look amazing but I don't care for those jumpsuits, especially the brown one but hey she can definitely pull them off. And that zucchini dish has me going gaga.

  65. Tanya Dufour
    August 10, 2016 / 9:39 pm

    JLo is freakin gorgeous and has a body to die for! I def think she has become more beautiful with age even though she doesn't look a day over 30! I haven't tried Trade Boston but the Chicken Bacon Avocado flatbread at the lobby bar at the Boston Park Plaza is so good!

  66. Morgan
    August 15, 2016 / 5:52 am

    So excited for Gilmore Girls!!