The Inspiration: Kate Bosworth
Illamasqua Nail Polish
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$23 - asos.com
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
$100 Joss & Main Giveaway!
Have you checked out Joss and Main yet? It’s the newest flash sale home site from our friends at CSN Stores and they kindly have offered up a $100 gift certificate for one of my readers to win!
All you have to do is be a follower of this blog, join Joss and Main and then leave a comment on Lilac and Grey with your favorite find! Here are some fabulous items I found on recent (and upcoming) sales on Joss!
All you have to do is be a follower of this blog, join Joss and Main and then leave a comment on Lilac and Grey with your favorite find! Here are some fabulous items I found on recent (and upcoming) sales on Joss!
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
Weekend in Photos
We had a wonderful weekend here at the Jersey Shore! The weather was beautiful, the sun finally came out, and we had a chance to enjoy some of our favorite summer activities.
Here is some of the craft beers we tried. I love trying new beers, especially from locals. Do you have any suggestions of brews you have recently tried and loved?
We biked to the Tiki Bar in LBI, The Sea Shell for happy hour..
Wearing my new cover-up tunic...
Sunday we went to another local Tiki Bar in Forked River, NJ called The Captains Inn. We love it because you can dock your boat, enjoy great food, and listen to live music. I had the blackened scallops which were SO good!
How was your weekend?
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Quote of the Day
{image via weheartit}
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Weekend Recipe: Chimichurri Sauce
I made this at home few nights ago and I have to say it was AH-MAZ-ING! I will most likely be spooning this sauce over everything, especially steak and shrimp. Highly recommended!
Recipe via Bon Appetit
- 1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup (packed) fresh cilantro
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 3/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Puree all ingredients in processor. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.)
Friday, June 24, 2011
Calling all Fashionistas! TULA the Boutique Contest
Check out this AWESOME contest one of my favorite New Jersey boutiques is hosting! All you have to do is purchase an item from Tula, snap a photo of yourself wearing it, post it on their Facebook page, and ask your friends to "like" it! The most "liked" image wins an iPod touch!!
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Caftans
caftan: H&M
I don't usually list what I am wearing if I post a photo of myself on this blog- but because I have received so many inquires on where the caftan this caftan is from-worn here-that I decided to write a post about it. I bought it from H&M a year ago. I love it!
Here are some other fabulous ones that are currently for sale...
LOVE the bold print and colors on this Diane Von Furstenberg- available at netaporter.com
This one by Tigerlily is one of my favorites because it is a little longer and glamourous. Available at shopbop.com
I just bought this pretty coral one by Echo Beach design at one of my favorite little boutiques- available at Tula The Boutique. Can't wait to wear it!
What do you wear to the beach/pool?
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Guest Post: Status Accessories
Today I am happy to have Yelena Starikova of glamthings.com guest posting here on Lilac and Grey...
I'm often dreaming of strolling the streets with my own Hermes Birkin Bag in gorgeous Beige color. Doesn't mean I will own it in a near future but hey~the girl can dream.
Why Status Accessories such a great investments? Because it is timeless and made from very high quality material that will last forever.
Status accessories are Budget breakers most of the time. But, Im a true believer that if you can not afford something, learn what makes that piece so special: quality, details or proportions and try to find something similar in your budget frame.
OK, Here is the list of Rolls Roy's of accessories:
Hermes
It is a handmade handbag from highest quality leather. It has a great proportions , metallic hardware are plated with gold and colors just stunning.
Chanel 2.55
Did you know that in order to ensure that each bag can withstand every single climate they are tested for 72 hours at 60 degrees Celsius and 95% humidity? Amazing! This bag can easily go from day to night.
I believe if you really want something, you can save up a little by little to get what you want~
just like I saved for my own Chanel 2.55
Hermes H Belt
It is simple, elegant and beautifully made. Wear it over jeans with cashmere sweater
or pair it with Little Black Dress.
Christian Louboutin
Tim Gunn once said: “When you get to Shoes heaven you will get a pair of
Christian Louboutin”. ~ how refreshing....
Nobody does it better. Louboutin Shoes have the best proportions and quality.
Cartier watch
Sexy and timeless look
What is Your Status Accessory?
Yelena Starikova is an Image Consultant who writes about the style and color. Her mission is to Help people To create and Design Their Image as a Powerful Self-expression by Connecting them to a Wealth of Inspiration and Fashion advice. Visit www.glamthings.com/p/free-e-book to get her new e-book –“Color Meanings”– for FREE.
Thank you Yelena! I would love to add ANY of these accessories to my closet!
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Tuesday Table-scape
Check out this amazingly beautiful table-scape designed and photographed by the girls from Once Wed and Simply Bloom and featured on Design Sponge...
The title of the shoot is called "Strawberry Summer" does it get any more whimsical then that?
You know how much I love vintage plates- and those flowers are to die for! If you can't get enough of this table-scape; check out the rest of the feature click here.
Happy first day of summer!
{all images via Design Sponge}
Monday, June 20, 2011
Beams
I love the way ceiling beams add dimension, depth, and drama to a space...
IN LOVE with this space! It's modern, rustic, and traditional...
The best part about exposed ceiling beams is that they are not really noticed, however they somehow pull the space together just as the perfect piece of artwork would for a wall.
How was your weekend?
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Quote of the Day
~Clarence Budington Kelland
Happy Father's Day!
{image via weheartit}
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Weekend Recipe: Salted Carmel Macarons
I saw this recipe on Emily's blog Cupcakes and Cashmere, and have wanted to make it ever since. I thought I would share it with all of you...
Recipe via Gourmet or Gourmand
Macarons
1 1/4 cups confectioner's sugar
1 cup almond flour
3 egg whites at room temperature
3 Tb. granulated sugar
inch of cream of tartar
caramel coloring
Blend the confectioner's sugar and the almond flour in a food processor. Begin to whip the egg whites in a stand mixer until they start to froth. Add a pinch of cream of tartar, and as they foam up more gradually add the granulated sugar. Beat until stiff.
Add the almond mixture to the egg white mixture and fold until the mixture begins to flow "like magma". I would say this will take about 40 - 60 turns of the spatula.
Fill pastry bag fitted with 1/4 " tip and make 1 inch mounds on cookie sheets lined with either parchment or a silpat. Let sit for at least 20 minutes. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 12 minutes.
For the caramel:
3 tablespoons corn syrup
1 1/2 cups caster sugar
2/3 cup double or heavy cream
3/4 - 1 teaspoon rock salt or coarse sea salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
Pour the glucose syrup into a large saucepan and bring it to a boil.
Slowly add the sugar, stir until dissolved and continue to cook until the sugar has started to caramelize and turn golden brown. You shouldn't touch the sugar while it is going through this process.
Meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, bring the cream and salt to a boil.
Remove the caramel from the heat and gently add the cream.
Stir over low heat until smooth.
Remove from the heat and add the diced butter.
Stir until smooth. Let it set until it is spreadable, then use it on your macarons.
{images via Cupcakes and Cashmere}
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