As many
of you know the blanket scarf trend is getting more popular and literally getting
bigger each year. Check out Burberry’s much
larger blanket scarf/coat here – isn’t it fabulous? I know that many of us missed out last year on
ZARA’s infamous sold-out camel plaid blanket scarf (seen on AP here). Many of us took to eBay in droves to track
down any duplicate we could find to satisfy that immediate need. This year ZARA came out with 3 more blanket scarves patterns that are already sold out online - which I’m not surprised. I’m secretly
hoping that they will restock each of them at least one more time before the end of the year. If you are like me, some of you
have been searching high and low for the perfect blanket scarf to add to your wardrobe
this season. Well, fret no more, I’ve done some of the research for you. Here’s a quick guide of some affordable blanket
scarf alternatives that will keep you both warm and cozy this fall/winter. Have you added a blanket scarf to your
fall/winter wardrobe yet? Where did you find yours? Let me know in the comments.
Moody Picks – Wear Pink!
I’ve been
meaning to bring back my previously named Fresh
Picks to Follow segment for some time, but I never had a chance until
now. I figure that this today is as good
a time as any especially since it’s the beginning of October. By now, we all know that October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM)
and that it’s time to support breast cancer research if you haven’t already started. There are so many different organizations
that are working tirelessly to help prevent, treat, and ultimately eliminate
breast cancer. And you can help fund
the fight against breast cancer by scooping up one of the many pink-ribbon inspired
products. I’ve rounded up 8 of my
favorite products that give back a portion of their proceeds to research while continuing
to spread awareness. How will you show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness
month? Let me know in the comments.
1. Estee Lauder Modern Muse
Solid Perfume Compact
2. Under Armour Power In Pink
Go Fight Cure Tank Top
3. Essie 2014 Breast Cancer
Awareness Mini Cube
4. Marc Jacobs Daisy Hot
Pink Limited-Edition
5. White House Black Market 2014 Give
Hope Butterfly Watch
6. Tory Burch Allure
Printed Scarf
7. Ann Taylor Loft Holst + Lee
For Loft Earrings
8. Tory Burch Kerrington
Zip Continental Wallet
“With
over 3 million women battling breast cancer today, everywhere you turn there
is a
mother, daughter, sister or friend who has been affected by breast cancer.”
—Betsey
Johnson, breast cancer survivor and awareness advocate
Moody Style: Daytona Grid
Every once in a while I swing
into Anthropologie to check out the sale rack to see if something catches my
eye. Most of the time I walk out of the
store empty handed, but other times I find a spectacular item that makes me
want to spend my money no matter the price.
My trip is even more amazing when the item is in my size and under $50.00. That’s what happened when I found this Yoanan Baraschi skirt a couple of months ago. This skirt was the only one on the rack and it was in my size, so naturally I grabbed it and ran into the fitting room. I'm pretty sure you guys know what happened next :) I
love the color and the grid pattern on the skirt and I can’t wait to style this skirt all sorts of ways. I'm sure that you will see this again this fall/winter.
Skirt: Anthroplogie - Yoanan
Baraschi Daytona
Grid Pleated Skirt;
Necklace:
J.Crew Resin
Arrowhead Necklace;
Watch: Coach Boyfriend
Bracelet Watch;
Bracelet: J. Crew Factory Square Stone
Bracelet;
Bracelet: Banana Republic Kissing
Animal Bracelet;
Labels:
Anthropologie,
Banana Republic,
Coach,
Fashion,
J.Crew,
J.Crew Factory,
OOTD
Moody Girl Eats: Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
There are
so many signs that autumn is finally here - the cooler air, the leaves changing
colors, and of course let’s not forget the return of Starbucks’ pumpkin spice
latte. I have to admit that I used to
buy this drink religiously over the past few years, but I haven’t bought one
this season. Mostly because I’m trying
to cut back on eating or drinking anything with too many artificial flavorings
and added sugars. Don’t get me wrong, I
still crave the taste of this pumpkin-y delight, but I’m trying to make better
choices for my body.
Another
reason I haven’t bought this drink is because I recently read a blog post from
the Food Babe that questioned some of the ingredients in Starbucks’ drink. After I did a little research, I decided that
I needed to take a step backwards to reevaluate my drink options. Of course, I don’t know if the Food Babe post
is accurate, but I am equally concerned regarding the amount of sugar used in
the latte and the chemicals used in Starbucks’ signature pumpkin spice syrup.
So when I
found this Pumpkin
Spice Protein Smoothie recipe, I knew it was going to be my favorite
treat. It’s filled with real pumpkin,
which is a great source of vitamin A and beta-carotene, making it a healthy
addition to your diet. This smoothie that has less sugar
and fewer calories than the traditional Starbucks latte, but will
still tackle that fall pumpkin drink craving. Check out the recipe below to get
your Starbucks fix at home with infinitely more nutritional value. If you decide to try it, let me know what you
think. Happy blending!
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
[Inspired
by this pumpkin spice smoothie from Lululemon.]
Ingredients:
1 cup of canned
pumpkin
1 cup of
almond milk
1 or 2
frozen bananas (depending on how sweet you want it)
2 dates
1 tsp
vanilla extract
1 tsp of
nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and ginger, to taste
1 scoop
of protein powder (optional)
A handful
of ice cubes
Directions:
Makes 2
servings
Prep
Time: 10 minutes
Blend all
ingredients together until you achieve the desired consistency. Adjust flavorings as needed and add more
almond milk or water if it’s too thick. Pour the drink in a glass and
Enjoy!
Moody Style: Camo and Stripes
Camouflage! You either love it or hate it.
Some people think it’s just a fashion trend that has invaded our favorite
brands and others think that camo is a fad. One
thing is for sure is that you can't hide from camo this fall season
because it’s everywhere. And it doesn’t seem to be going out of style any time soon. This trend continues to grow in popularity each year and designers are constantly updating the look in various colors, with neon trim and new accessories.
Last year, I missed out on some great
camo pieces when J.crew sold out of this shirt,
this vest
and these pants. So, I was pretty happy that I was able to
find this cute top from Target a few weeks ago.
And the best part was that it was less than $10. Now all I need to do is find some camo pants with
a great fit for a low price. What are
some of your favorite camo pieces? Are
you a fan of camo? Let
me know in the
comments.
{Shirt: Target Vintage
Short Sleeve V-Neck Tee;
Earrings: Kate Spade Small
Square Studs;
Watch: Coach Boyfriend
Bracelet Watch;
Bracelet: J. Crew Factory Square Stone
Bracelet;
Bracelet: Target Pave
Stone Link Bracelet;
Shoes: Coach Marah Flats (similar here)}
Labels:
Banana Republic,
camo,
Camo and Stripes,
camouflage,
Coach,
Fall Trends,
J.Crew,
J.Crew Factory,
Kate Spade,
OOTD,
Target
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