Today I'm sharing part 2 from yesterday's post. Remember this look? One of the things I try to share with you with regards to fashion is ways to help you design it best for you and a lifestyle well lived. So instead of only sharing what's trendy or hot or the must haves, although I'm not a fan of looking like everyone else BUT I am a fan of being stylish, I also want to help you design your wardrobe. I share more in-depth … [Read more...]
The One Look You Need For Your Wardrobe
We hear about the LBD. I've written about them before. Will share more about them again. It's definitely a must have. But you don't have to have a LBD to get that polished look. My secret to looking pulled together, chic, classy, classic and stylish? I call it my "M&M's" of fashion. Monochrome and minimalist. Wear it to church, as I did. Wear it to a luncheon. Wear it to dinner. Wear to a business appointment. Wear it to a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Fall Bourbon Mixer
Happy Fuzzy Friday! Feeling the feels of fall, yet dealing with warm temps in Oklahoma. So I pulled together a classic "manly" combination of flavors, bourbon, and coke, and threw in a twist of fall flavors with orange and cranberry. The result? A fall bourbon cocktail that's kinda sexy. I'm calling this a fall bourbon mixer. Fall Bourbon Mixer Bourbon Coke Cranberry juice Orange … [Read more...]
Faux Fur To Wear With Everything
It's that time of year again.... I'm talking about brrrrfur.... bring on the faux fur! If you've followed me for any period of time or know me, you know I'm obsessed with fur. I love fur in my home, I have fur rugs all spread out in my closet, I have fur pillows in almost every room, and if I can wear fur, you know I'll be wearing it! Here are a few blasts from the past you may … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Liquid Ghosts Halloween Cocktail
You don't HAVE to wait for Halloween to make this halloween cocktail ... I'm just sayin... it's that good! Liquid Ghosts 2 oz. vodka 1 oz. simple syrup 1 oz. cream 2 oz. club soda Mix simple syrup, cream, vodka, and soda together in a cocktail shaker with ice, then serve in a martini glass. What I love about this is that it's not complicated with lots of … [Read more...]
Women On Purpose: Jen Gotch, ban.do
You guys! YOU GUYS! I couldn't be more excited to bring to you today's special Women On Purpose featured boss babe! I am 100000000% certain you've heard of ban.do. Behind ban.do is Jen Gotch. She's the cool chic I'm talking about. Being that I am a mom of a teen girl, and I happen to like pretty cool and fun hip things myself, {wink} the gal who started this company has been on my dream boss babe list for quite some time. Fun stuff … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Pumpkin Spice Latte
I feel that crispness in the air and I know tis the season for pumpkin spice everything, and what better way then to cozy up to a warm Pumpkin Spice Latte at home, without going through a drive-through, that has a bit of that kick that we need at the end of the week? And if you're looking for a cocktail to serve up on those cold nights to friends around the fire, this could be the one! Pumpkin … [Read more...]
How To Style Your Coffee Table
Decorating our homes can be a challenge when it comes to accessorizing different spaces. The one thing that always comes to mind for me is coffee tables. How do we pull different things together, what types of things do we buy and then what? I'm sharing a few tips on what I've done throughout the years in my own home. I pulled items for you to shop in each of the categories, and ALL of these items are all UNDER $100 each! … [Read more...]
Bridging The Gap: The Forever Fierce Revolution
A mentor is defined as an experienced and trusted adviser. The one thing that I've learned as I've gotten older is that we never stop learning and never stop growing. There are opportunities for us to grow as women throughout our lives and it's a never-ending process. So when I was invited to be a part of the Bridging The Gap campaign, hosted by CatherineGraceO, my heart could not be any fuller! For those of you who know already what I do, … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Caramel Apple Mule
Fall flavors are in full swing as cooler weather has finally hit home. Pulling together the feels of a Moscow Mule and adding the flavors of the season with apple cider and caramel. Caramel Apple Mule 1.5 oz Absolut vodka 0.5 oz caramel syrup 1 oz apple cider ginger beer Shake all ingredients with ice. Strain into a wooden mug over ice, top with ginger beer. Garnish with … [Read more...]
National Handbag Day: Luxe For Less
Be different. That's right. You don't have to get what everyone else is wearing RIGHT now. Do you. Which means this... In honor of #NationalHandbagDay, I'm divulging a little secret today. Handbags I think are my number one love when it comes to items I obsess over. Some women are shoe lovers. I love shoes, I love jewelry, I love lipstick, but I love bags more than anything else. I actually consider myself more of a collector because I like … [Read more...]
Cocktails and Conversations Begin Tomorrow Night!
I couldn't be more THRILLED to announce this FREE Telesummit I'm hosting beginning tomorrow night. All those things you love to read about HERE on TheOPLife, all the fun stuff that we do, day in and day out? Those are the things we'll be sharing. Each evening, you'll be able to watch me alongside a guest expert boss babe I've invited to discuss a specific topic. It's totally free and you can watch from your phone OR computer. You can … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Caramel Popcorn Old Fashioned
You know every so often I get a wild hair and when I travel, I get the bartender to make me their signature cocktail to share with all of you. Such is the case for today's drink. I snatched up the darling Amba from Seven at The Ritz Carlton in Grand Cayman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qD3105dkioM Caramel Popcorn Old Fashioned Caramel Popcorn Infused Bourbon* Scotch Salted Caramel Syrup** Dash of Orange Bitters In a … [Read more...]
Effortless Entertaining with Made In France Favorites
One of the things I think of when I think of fall is gathering around the kitchen and fireplace with friends and family. There isn't anything better than pulling out just a few simple things to make entertaining effortless, elegant, simple, yet fabulous. Sometimes less is more. And when you're serving up quality things, less definitely is way more. Coming from Greek descent, cheeses, wines, fruits are tastes I've always … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Greek Night
This weekend marks the annual Greek Festival in Oklahoma City and, of course, I couldn't be more excited! I get to share with the rest of the world a bit of what it's like to live a big fat Greek life! A few things you know about me... I love food, I love to eat, we love to drink, and we love to dance (you know that if you follow me on Instagram on my Insta-stories!) Being that this is #FuzzyFriday, we are talking drinks! You'll find … [Read more...]
What’s In My Bag
Yesterday I talked about velvet bags for this season. And I told you today I'd be sharing what's INSIDE my bag. You guys see what's on the outside and what I carry around with me, so I thought I'd show you what's on the INSIDE. What exactly is in my bag? These are the basics, the staples. First, I'm making it a point to not carry bags TOO big. I'm not very tall, so carrying a huge oversized bag isn't my favorite thing … [Read more...]
Fall Style Alert: Velvet Bags
Velvet EVERYTHING. Bags. Shoes. Jackets. Furniture. Drape me in it. Cover me in it. It began last year and it's going to be super strong this year. And being that I'm a bag gal, velvet bags is what I'm talking about today. Velvet is the perfect way to add texture to your outfit and sprinkling it in with a bag is just the right amount of it. It's a simple way to be "trendy" without being overdone. It's just an accessory, right? … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Making Mocktails From My Cocktails
Something's in the water. Is it just me or have you noticed a baby boom with the millennials? Everywhere I turn, this generation is having babies. So I thought it would be fun to let all you pregos join in on the #FuzzyFriday fun but transforming some of my cocktails into "mocktails". So let's begin! I pulled some of my recent favorites and shared very simply how to make the change. 1. For a super refreshing light drink, … [Read more...]
Home Decor Inspiration: Color Power
There is power in color. It makes us come alive. So when we surround ourselves with colors that we love, it gives us that positive, energizing vibe when we're in that space. I recently came across this New York apartment and was totally inspired by Christina Maven's place. I love that she's not afraid of color and patterns and mixing things up. One of my favorite design tips is that I almost NEVER buy things matching. Like EVER. … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Basil Tom Collins
Hello, weekend! It's time for #FuzzyFriday! Today I'm sharing a twist on a traditional classic, the Tom Collins. I'm incorporating fresh basil into a homemade syrup to bring on that fresh flavor. I personally love to make my simple syrups at home, and this was so refreshing and delicious. I always keep fresh basil on my windowsill in a coffee mug of all places! It's kinda goofy but I don't mind it. … [Read more...]