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Time to Get Cheeky| Summer Accessories 2015

Summertime is the best. Pools are open, kids are out of school and ice cream is in full stock! Summer is all about kicking back, relaxing and enjoying yourself. That should apply to your style too!

In the blissful months of summer, I find my style takes a break from reality. My clothes get brighter, my graphic tees get a sense of humor and I love to sprinkle cute food, like pineapples, ice cream, etc., into my wardrobe wherever possible! Accessories that make me smile are irresistible for me and I have been coming across so many lately! So I pulled together some of my favorite, cheeky accessories of 2015 below. My absolute favorites are the Mermaid Shell Crossbody, the Ice Cream Sunglasses and the Orange Juice Phone Case! How cute are they? I’m obsessed with all of them and would love to confuse someone at the supermarket with my purse! Who said fashion doesn’t have a sense of humor? Happy shopping!
cheeky summer accessories

 

shop cheeky summer accessories:

Fruit Sunglasses ($32) / Ice Cream Sunglasses ($32) / Daisy Crossbody ($48) / Banana Clutch ($28) / Lips Convertible Bag ($63) / Orange Juice Phone Case ($29) / Grapefruit Purse ($45) / Fish Coin Purse ($11) / Neon Dinosaur Clutch ($66) / Mermaid Shell Crossbody ($54) / Orange Fruit Clutch ($15) / Donut Coin Purse ($5) / Origami Boat Crossbody ($66) / Watermelon Clutch ($35)

Summer in San Francisco

As August comes to an end, summer in San Francisco begins! Fall is a magical time for us in San Francisco- it’s when temperatures start to rise and tourist season starts to wind down, the sun starts to shine a little brighter and the streets are a little less crowded. That’s why this weekend we were focused on enjoying our wonderful city!

Summer in San Francisco- glamourita.com

Summer in San Francisco- glamourita.com

I wore my favorite summer shorts, my white Levi 501’s. They scream summer with the multi colored neon dots embroidered on the front. With these temperatures, it’s key to wear your shorts and tanks, but I never leave home without a jacket! I chose my favorite chambray top from Levi’s, the perfect piece to complete any outfit and shield me from the wind.

Summer in San Francisco- glamourita.com

Summer in San Francisco- glamourita.com

Summer in San Francisco- glamourita.com

Summer in San Francisco- glamourita.com

Summer in San Francisco- glamourita.com

Levi’s Chambray Shirt (On Sale for $47) / Neon Pink Tank- similar BKE tank (On Sale for $12) / Levi’s 501 Cut offs ($78) / So Sandles- similar ZIGI (On Sale for $29.97) and Steve Madden Kween Sandals (On Sale for $33.47) / ALDO Leeton Fringe Crossbody (On Sale for $29.98) / Gold Tassel Necklace- similar Topshop Chain Necklace ($28) / ASOS Fruit Watch (On Sale for $17.41) / Bracelets- Pink Fitbit ($99.95), kate spade new york bow bangle ($78) and CC SKYE Mini Love Spike Bangle ($125)

Bags in Disguise

I think personal style is the easiest way to express your personality. I love having fun and a sense of humor with my fashion choices- it reminds me to never take myself too seriously! This is why I was thrilled to see such fun and funky handbags coming back into style! These bags are statement pieces. You can barely even tell some of these are handbags! My personal favorite is the kate spade love story clutch in the top left corner, but retailing at $328, I’m not sure it’s worth the splurge! But, not all of these handbags are priced equally. Can your EYE (hint, hint!) spy the most expensive handbag below?

bags in disguise

kate spade book clutch ($328) / ROMWE ladybug crossbody (On Sale for $21.99) / ROMWE Dog Crossbody ($38.99) / H&M Lip Shoulder Bag ($24.95) / Accessorize Camera Crossbody ($44) / kate spade piano purse ($328) / ASOS Orange Clutch ($19.33) / Betsey Johnson Cupcake Clutch ($68) / Charlotte Olympia Eye Clutch ($1,995) / Nasty Gal Daisy Crossbody ($45) / ALDO Dog Clutch ($30) / ALDO Notebook Crossbody ($50) / kate spade toucan clutch ($328)

BTS- Back To Skorts

Skorts used to be one of my go-to looks when I was young- they were a staple for any young girl in the 90’s. Skorts pleased your parent by looking like a skirt, but you still able to keep up with the boys without flashing your princess panties. To put it simply, they are the clothing version of a mullet- business in the front, party in the back!

But, skorts are no longer just for the 90’s and tennis matches, they are coming back! If you haven’t noticed, skorts are everywhere this summer and I don’t see them going anywhere for fall. There are tons of ways to wear them and I’m sharing a few of my favorites below!


Printed: wear this look with a simple button up or tee

ASOS Mono Print Skort ($58.04) / Topshop Lemon Skort ($68) / Express Animal Skort ($59.90) / Nastygal Gingham Skort (On Sale for $19.60)


Textured– To keep it casual, wear these with a graphic tee- both a bold graphic or an aged concert tee works!

White Topshop Textured Skort ($68) / Orange Topshop Quilted Skort ($68) / Free People Faux Leather Skort (On Sale for $70.80) / ASOS Pink Petal Skort ($48.37) / ASOS Yellow Crepe Skort (On Sale for $30.96)


Last, but not least, Florals– pair with your favorite moto jacket for an edgy/girly look

ASOS White Floral Skort ($48.37) / ASOS Black Floral Petal Skort ($29) / ASOS Floral Bordered Skort ($58.04)


Share your favorites and how you would wear them in the comments below!

Breakfast Tostada

Ever find yourself holding the refrigerator door open, staring at the food on the shelves, racking your brain for quick, healthy meal? Why not try, Breakfast Tostadas?

glamourita breakfast tostada

My husband travels a lot for work and I am often left preparing dinner for one. This week I found myself tired of my usual go-to dishes. I wanted something quick, healthy and able to be made with ingredients found in my kitchen. That’s how I came up with this yummy breakfast tostada! These ingredients are staples in our kitchen, making this a gourmet, easy meal to throw together at a moments notice.

My favorite side for a breakfast tostada is hash browns, but since I had a heavy lunch I swapped the potatoes for fruit! And if you know me, you know my sweet tooth. I cannot end a meal without dessert! My favorite dessert these days is frozen Chobani bites. All you have to do is store your yogurts in the freezer instead of your fridge and you have a frozen treat! Once frozen, the Chobani bites are the perfect amount and only 100 calories! Today I chose to go with the Raspberry and Dark Chocolate Chunks flavor, yum!

glamourita breakfast tostada

BREAKFAST TOSTADA

Ingredients:

1 corn tortilla

1 egg

black beans

corn salsa- I love Trader Joe’s Corn and Chile Tomato-less Salsa!

1 piece turkey bacon

fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

1- Preheat oven to 450 degrees (I used my toaster oven) and bake corn tortilla until golden brown

2- Cook turkey bacon in skillet and chop into small strips

3- Heat a couple tablespoons of black beans until warm and mash with fork

4- Cook one egg, I prefer mine over medium. EGG TIP- Want to cook the perfect over easy or over medium egg? Stop the flipping! Crack an egg on a frying pan over medium heat and season. Immediately cover with lid. This will help cook the white of the egg without having to flip the egg and risk breaking the yoke!

5- Once the egg is cooked to your liking, spread your mashed black beans on your tortilla and top with the egg

6- Now add your corn salsa, bacon strips and cilantro and dig in!

Summer Must Haves

Hi all! Since the official start of summer is this Saturday, I am rounding up my favorite must haves for the season! If you are anything like us, you already have a TON planned for this summer. When summer finally comes around, it seems the calendar is immediately packed with barbecues, beach days and much more! I have put together some of my favorite summer themed items to help navigate you through your jam-packed summer.


Throwing a backyard barbecue? Hosting a party can be a little stressful, so I love to keep it casual and fun! The items below are my favorites for hosting a party. From colorful bar tools to pineapple ice trays and squeeze pop molds, you are bound to have a great party!

Anthropologie Color Reel bar tools ($10-$24) / Anthropologie Fruit Wedge Tumbler ($10) / Target Tinted Mason Jar ($9.99) / Target Sangria Pitcher ($7.99) / UO Burger Spatula ($20) / Anthropologie Pineapple Ice Trays ($14) / Anthropologie Squeeze Pop Molds ($16)


Or is the beach calling your name? The first chance we get, my husband and I will be cruising up Highway 1 to Stinson Beach. It’s an incredible beach town where we escape the city to relax and catch some rays. Compiled below are some finds I’ve been lusting over for this year’s inevitable beach trips. I love the ease of this crepe mint cover-up, the bright high-waisted floral bikini and even the fun ice cream beach towel! Tired of flip-flops? Try giving your feet a break by ditching those flip-flops for these tropical printed slip-ons. (I’m kinda obsessed and have featured 2 different pairs I have in Studs & Crochet and Pop of Mint). These are much more comfortable than flip-flops and still give you the beach side look!

ASOS Floral Bikini (Top- $34.30 and Bottoms- $30.49) / Rip Curl Straw Beach Tote ($49.50) / Forever 21 Beaded Necklace ($6.80) / Forever 21 Ice Cream Beach Towel ($10.80) / ASOS Mint Tunic ($41.92) / Forever 21 Geo Round Sunglasses ($5.80) / David & Young Floppy Hat ($20) / Topshop Tika Floral Slip-Ons ($25) / Target Tribal Bucket Bag ($17.49) / ASOS Trapeze Maxi ($49.54) / ASOS Embellished Shorts ($66.69)

Fresh Fruit Fajitas

Do you like mexican food? How about fruit?

My husband and I love them both and we thought we would try something different by combining them into one delicious dish! We are always trying new recipes and ideas in the kitchen and we love to pair up unexpected flavors. That’s how we came up with our latest creation, the fresh fruit fajita!

glamourita fresh fruit fajitas

First, we started with our fresh produce from the farmer’s market. Didn’t we snag some amazing looking fruits and veggies?

Next, julienne the bell peppers and dice the jalapenos. Sauté the cut veggies in olive oil and hot sauce (I suggest leaving out the hot sauce if you are sensitive to spicy foods)

glamourita fresh fruit fajitas

While you vegetables are sautéing, cut cooked rosemary chicken into bite sized pieces.

glamourita fresh fruit fajitas

After heating your tortillas, add chicken pieces and top with sautéed peppers and cut stone fruit.

glamourita fresh fruit fajitas

Don’t these look awesome? We served our fajitas with farro. We mixed the cooked farro with corn, black beans and halved grape tomatoes, a quick easy side!

glamourita fresh fruit fajitas

Now you have a complete, healthy meal to serve for dinner!

glamourita fresh fruit fajitas

 

 


 

FRESH FRUIT FAJITAS

Ingredients:
1 lb of chicken
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
2 red jalapeños, diced
1 yellow peach, julienned
1 nectarine, julienned
grape tomatoes as topping, diced
8 corn tortillas
½ Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ Tbsp of hot sauce
rosemary and black pepper for rub

 

Instructions:

  1. Season chicken with rosemary and black pepper and cook on medium-high heat.
  2. Heat extra virgin olive oil on medium heat and add cut bell peppers, jalapeños and hot sauce. Sauté for 6-8 minutes, or until vegetable start to soften.
  3. While vegetables are sautéing, cut cooked chicken into bite sized pieces.
  4. Heat corn tortillas for a couple minutes in toaster over or on hot skillet to warm.
  5. Now you are ready to assemble your fajitas! Start with your warm tortillas and add chicken. Top with peppers, sliced stone fruits and tomatoes.
  6. Serve with your favorite side and Enjoy!

Summer Fruit Salad

Glamourita's Summer Salad

TGIF! This Friday I’m hoping to get my weekend off to a FRESH start and I thought I would share one of my go-to fresh-to-death dinners with you. This salad is great anytime, especially in the summer when you are looking for a quick, light meal. And as an added bonus, since these are ingredients we snack on often, my husband and I usually have some combination of them in the fridge.

The key to a good salad is keeping it interesting. It’s easy to find reasons to pass up the healthy salad option for dinner, so don’t make it any harder on yourself by making it boring or too labor intensive. Check out my list below of must-haves for a great salad.

1-      Greens- we prefer the crunch of freshly cut romaine

2-      Protein- chicken and turkey are my go-to lean meats

3-      Veggies/Fruit- whatever is in season, right now we are loving berries!

4-      Cheese- gorgonzola, bleu cheese and parmesan are regular acts in our kitchen

5-      Nuts – we usually go for slivered almonds or pecans

6-      Dressing- keep it light and let the ingredients shine!

Glamourita Summer Salad Ingredients

In this salad we used grilled chicken, green apples, strawberries, gorgonzola cheese, pecans and a homemade vinaigrette dressing. By choosing a stronger cheese like blue cheese or gorgonzola, a little goes a long way and you don’t find yourself piling on needless calories.

Another great tip is to ditch the croutons! There are so many other healthy ways to add crunch and texture to your salad.  I personally chose nuts, but other great options include baked corn tortillas (cut into strips), sunflower seeds or even baked quinoa clusters!

And last, but certainly not the least calories, is the dressing. This is where most people get in trouble. These days I try to stick to homemade dressings so I know exactly what ingredients are in them. Our favorite mixture includes olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic salt and pepper. Try mixing it up by using flavored balsamic vinegars; we use pineapple and strawberry balsamic vinegars all the time!

Glamourita Summer Salad

Whatever ingredient combination you choose, have fun with it. Make sure to mix it up so you don’t get bored and don’t be afraid to try whatever is in season at the market, that’s how we end up coming up with some of our favorite combinations!

I hope you enjoy my healthy salad tips, let me know your favorite ways to keep salads interesting and yummy and enjoy your weekend!

Totally Tropical

Totally Tropical

 NastyGal Watermelon Skirt / Forever21 Island Backpack / ASOS Tutti Frutty Cap / Aerie Pineapple Shorts / Aerie Floral Swimsuit / Forever 21 Bicycle Sandals / ASOS Fruit Printed Watch / ASOS Pineapple Crossbody / Kate Spade Watermelon Flats / Forever 21 Cherry Tote / Aerie Flamingo Swimsuit / ASOS Floral Slip-Ons

It’s finally starting to feel like spring is here and the tropical trend is in full swing! Everywhere I look there are quirky conversational prints and fun florals tempting me.  As you can see, I am particularly drawn to the fruit inspired pieces! The items above are great for a beach day or a backyard barbeque. I think personal style is a great outlet to express your personality, so why not have fun with it? I love to add elements with a sense of humor into my wardrobe and decorations around the apartment.  It’s easiest to start with accessories and prints (like the tropical backpack, printed hat and the fruit watch) and work your way into the bolder items (like the pineapple crossbody and the watermelon flats). Lastly, make sure to pair this tropical trend back to simple pieces, you don’t want your outfit to become a costume! Will you be sporting this trend this season? How will you put your personal spin on it?