The Farmer’s Market

I love going to the farmer’s market on Saturday mornings and picking up fresh produce and flowers.   Do you guys wake up extra early to buy some goodies?  I used to go every weekend when I lived in Virginia because the market was only 3 blocks away from my apartment.  I loved all of the fresh organic fruits and vegetables and all of the tasty samples that were given out. 

         

I don’t know if you have seen these yet, but Anthropologie has a few kitchen items that are perfect displays for your farmer’s market treats.   There is a Farmer’s Market Basket that comes in a Large Square for $20.00 and a Small Square for $14.00.  There is also a Farmer’s Market Oval Basket for $28.00.   And last but not least, my favorite item is Farmer's Egg Crate.  The egg crate sells for $14.00 and comes in sky blue and white.   All of these items were cast in stoneware from real containers.  I love all of these pieces because they also serve double duty.  They could be used in the kitchen and in the bedroom/closet.  I’ve seen several fashion bloggers use the egg crate as a jewelry holder for smaller items like earrings and necklaces.  It’s such a great idea.  Do you plan on getting any of these Farmer’s Market containers?

OXOX Natasha

Fitting Room Reviews: Signs of Summer (Part II)

Here is Part II of my fitting room reviews.  I tried on a few some random pieces in addition to the many dresses that I posted in Part I.  What do you ladies have your eye on this summer?  Let me know!

Anthropologie – The Gathering Tank…$48.00

I love, love, love this top!  This is another great t-shirt from Anthro.  I definitely plan on buying a few colors in this top through out the summer.  I tried this Deletta shirt on in a small (S) and it was TTS.  The fabric was just enough weight for the summer.   The colors are vibrant, the fit is flattering, the pleating is fantastic and the quality is excellent.  I just noticed that Anthro added the turquoise color.  This color is definitely coming home with me soon – I think that this color will sell out quickly.

Anthropologie – After Plaited Tank…$48.00

Since I live in Florida, I naturally have a ton of tank tops, but I have nothing quite like this one.  This tank top is so unique and comfortable.  I tried this on in a small (S) and I fell in love with the woven details on the back.  This tank only comes in a few colors.  It comes in the basics – white, grey and black and there’s a yellow striped tank.    I really hope that this one comes out in a few more colors for the summer.  

Anthropologie – Nouveau Rose Skirt …$49.95 (was $98.00)

I bought this skirt in a medium (M) and I think it’s pretty true to size.   Some of the online reviewers mention that the skirt is hard to get around the hips and I agree.  I just decided to get the medium and it worked our fine for me.  The floral bloom pattern on this skirt is lovely and the colors are actually navy and cream.   This fabric is polyester with a polyester liner.  This skirt is a pull on skirt that can be dressed up and down.  It’s a great skirt for the summer and fall. 

Anthropologie – Joe's Flare Trousers…$141.00

I wasn’t really looking for jeans, but I had to try these on when I saw them – they were exquisite.  The fabric on these jeans is very lightweight and feels like chambray.  These jeans are perfect for the summer.  I’m not sure if these jeans are true to size.  These jeans appear to look like a wide leg jean so you may be able to go down a size.  I’m curvy on the bottom and the size 29 worked perfectly for me.  I tried it on with this white top, but I can’t find the top on the website.  Do any of you know the name of it?

OXOX Natasha

Race Recap: Memorial Day 5k

I ran in a Memorial Day 5k on Monday, May 30, 2011 at 8:00am.  I woke up around 6:30am to eat breakfast, hydrate with some water and stretch with plenty of time to spare before the race.  There were 1019 total race finishers and 533 female finishers.   My official chip time was 29:24.  I was a little disappointed about my stats since I wanted my time to decrease from the previous race.  However, I have learned that my time may decrease after some more races and practice runs.  I have to learn to be patient and not force it right away. 

This race was fairly large considering it was in a smaller nearby town.  There was a local running group that hosted and dominated this race.  This race was pretty easy.  Most of the course was flat, except for a small hill in the last mile.  There were plenty of water stations and community support throughout the court.  Unfortunately, there were no race clocks on the course to help me gauge my time.  I definitely need to buy a stop watch to help me along in my races.  I’m hoping that having a watch may help me speed up my pace and eventually decrease my time.  Well, there is always something that happens in my races that I think affects how well I do.  And this race was no different.  During the last ¾ of a mile, my iPod just stalled and would not reboot.  Has this ever happened to you?  I have grown so accustomed to listening to music and zoning out while I run, that I was distracted by everything around me.   I’m thinking about getting one of those iPod shuffles just for running.  Do any of you have one of these?  Let me know how you like it.

OXOX Natasha

OOTD: Doubly Dapper Dress

I went to a bridal shower yesterday at Carrabba’s Italian Grill in my Doubly Dapper Dress.  This was the first time that I wore it since I bought it and I’m so happy that I found it.   It was a little shorter than I remembered but it worked well for the event.  The bridal shower at Carrabba’s was very nicely done and of course the food was amazing.   The restaurant opened early for the shower only at 11:30am and we were there until 2:00pm.  I didn’t know that they did anything like that.  There was a pre-fixed menu and the bridesmaids brought their own cake.  Unfortunately, I don’t have any pictures, but it was a beautiful event. 

Dress: Anthropologie Doubly Dapper Dress
Necklace: Ann Taylor Loft Necklace (gifted)

Bracelet: Coach Thin Op Art Bangle

Shoes: Gianni Bini Thong Sandals

OXOX Natasha