It seems a bit ironic to me that I’m not a huge peanut butter fan. I’ve never applied it to my toast and I have never eaten it off a spoon from the jar. But add some chocolate to the equation and I literally can’t get enough. I tried this recipe from the Martha Stewart Cupcakes cookbook last year, and it’s become a regular in my rotation. There is no need for icing on top of this baked good. The way the peanut butter mixture crystallizes in the oven is beyond the need of icing. Excuse me while I have another.
Peter Pilotto Dress, Yves Saint Laurent Pumps, Yves Saint Laurent Clutch, Hermes Watch, David Yurman Bracelet, Alexis Bittar Earrings
There is nothing more magical or glamorous than stories of princes and princesses. Moncao carries such a majestic feeling with it’s royal family perched on top of the hill. In addition to a visit to the palace, our plans included a stop in at the famous Monte Carlo Casino. In anticipation of the strict dress code to get into the casino, my man and I dressed the part and were in absolute awe of the grandeur of the entire experience. While we didn’t partake in the roulette wheel or the private poker rooms, we did lose some money at the slot machines, which is almost the same thing, right?
Aritzia Dress, Aritzia Blazer, Yves Saint Laurent Pumps, Yves Saint Laurent Clutch, Hermes Watch, David Yurman Bracelet, Swarovski Earrings
My adventure in France continues in Cannes, which feels like a different country in comparison to what we’ve seen up to this point. There is such a stark difference between the countryside of Provence to the glitz and glam of coastal Cannes. I had such a difficult time packing for this trip as the weather in Cannes is summer-like but the weather in Paris is absolutely autumn. At the end of the day I realized that not packing sufficiently may just be the best excuse for having to pick up some fall fashions.
I really believe that something as small as pillows can aide in transforming your living space. A bold color, an amazing print, or delicate trim can all lend your furniture the helping hand it needs. I recently completed a little pillow project for my sister, with supplies picked out by the fabulous Jacqueline Corea of Corea Sotropa. Sewing something as simple as pillows, when they look as stunning as they do, really helps the old sewing ego. I’ll have to keep that in mind the next time I’m stitch ripping an armhole seam on a silk garment. Hypothetically speaking that is.
Club Monaco Dress, Chanel Flats, Tom Ford Handbag, Escada Scarf, La Vie Parisienne Earrings, Tiffany & Co. Ring
In case you were wondering why my posts have been spotty as of late, it’s because I’m currently traveling through France. More specifically, at this time I’m stopped in St-Rémy-de-Provence, the first overnight of a four day bike trip through Provence. I’m going to save all of the details for a little bit later, but would like to share with you some of the things I have discovered since I’ve been here. Firstly, I did not miss my calling as a long distance competitive cyclist as I thought I may have prior to this trip. Secondly, if eating chocolate croissants were a job, I’d be CEO of the company. Thirdly, nothing feels better at the end of a bike day than to throw on a little dress, flats and a stylish scarf to go explore the town.
