noms: whisk gourmet

I'm a total sucker for cute restaurants with unique combinations when it comes to the food. With its country decor and amazing twists on some classics, Whisk Gourmet in South Miami is one of my absolute favorite lunch spots. I stopped by last week for lunch with Brandy and, as usual, wasn't disappointed in the slightest with my meal or my experience.

 {adorable decor at the bar}

 {drinks in mason jars}

{house-made chips topped with parmesan cheese}

 {my decadent entree: buttermilk fried chicken breast with mashed potatoes and honey glazed veggies. did i mention the bacon gravy that topped it all of?}

Though I didn't get it on my last visit, this barbeque pulled pork over cornbread is one of my go-to's on Whisk's menu. It's as delicious as it is beautiful!

wanted: swanky sandals

I've practically been living in a pair of Michael Kors sandals for years now. They're simple but stylish and as sad as I am to let them go, they're a bit beyond repair at this point. Since I couldn't find the same pair anywhere I've been searching for the perfect replacement. I need a pair that can go from work to errand-running seamlessly and here are the options I've found that meet all of my criteria.

Which pair is your favorite? Leave a comment and cast your vote!

{Vince Camuto "Malinda" $69}

 {Sam Edelman "Sophie" $119}

{DV by Dolce Vita "Archer" $69}

summer showers

This weekend was a pretty brutal one as far as the weather. It's been raining constantly but I had a ton of errands to take care of before leaving for New York next week. That meant braving the unfavorable weather instead of staying in and watching movies all day like I usually would. I opted for a comfortable but still stylish look on Saturday and had a little bit of fun splashing in a few puddles thanks to my amazing rain boots.

 {Top: c/o The Dressing Room; Leggings: American Apparel; Rain Boots: Jeffery Campbell; Umbrella: Jones New York}

 {Bag: Kenneth Cole; Ring: David Yurman; Watch: Kate Spade; Bracelets: gifted}

simplicity : pops of pink

I've never been much of a pink girl, blue is much more my color, but I'm loving little pops of this hot hue for summer. It's been a great way to brighten up anything from my wardrobe to my beauty routine. 

Here are a few ways I've been injecting a little bit of pink into my life:

 {Steven by Steve Madden Sandals: these new beauties are unassuming from the front but the second you take a look at the heel, it's clear that they're here to make a statement}

 {MAC Lipstick in Chatter Box: this hue is the perfect summer update to a bright red lip}

 {Michael Kors Key Chain: this new home for my keys features a bright pink chip and a fun, gold tassel}

wanted wednesday: money bags

Since my post about possible iPad cases was such a hit last week, I've decided that from now on I'll be doing Wanted Wednesdays posts. Every week, I'll feature something I'm shopping around for and a few of the choices I've narrowed it down to.

This week, I'm on the hunt for a new wallet. I've had a wristlet for a few years now and as much as I love being able to pick it up and run out the door, I'm ready for an upgrade. Something a big more grown up and sleek. Here are some of the choices I've narrowed it down to.

Which one is your favorite?

{Michael Kors}

{Henri Bendel}

{Kenneth Cole}

the graduate

I know I wore a cap and gown. I know I walked across the stage and received my diploma. I get it but I just can't seem to wrap my head around the fact that I graduated this weekend. It feels so surreal and I think this quote from one of my favorite movies, Motorcycle Diaries, sums things up perfectly. 

"Cada momento parece partido en dos... melancolia por lo que quedo atras y por otro lado, todo el entusiasmo por lo que nos espera."

As excited as I am for what the future holds, I can't help but feel a little sad for the amazing time in my life that I'm leaving behind. Regardless of how strange I feel though, I still had an amazing weekend! I graduated, obviously, then had an little get together at the house followed by much more lively festivities at Quino's later that night.

  {Dress: Ark & Co c/o The Dressing Room, Shoes: Kelsey Dagger, Necklace: J.Crew, Watch: Kate Spade, Bracelets: gifted}

{my glitter covered cap defines me perfectly}

Snippets from Backstage:

{From Top Left: Vero & I, best friends since day 1 at The U; our decorated cap; the ceremony; our names on the program; a few of my fabulous gifts - Kate Spade watch, gold bracelets, an iPad and an Apple TV}

Cheers to all my fellow graduates, the future is brighter than we can imagine!

Last but not least, none of this would have been possible without my wonderful parents, so this shout out is for them. They are the most loving and supportive parents a girl could ask for, and despite their occasional craziness I love them to pieces!

wanted: case craze

I'm all about accessorizing, even when it comes to my gadgets. I have far too many cases for my iPhone already and now I've been scouring the internet for a case for an iPad I don't even own yet (I'm counting down the days until I get to pick one up for graduation this weekend). I'm pleasantly surprised at how many fabulous options are out there but now I can't seem pick one.

Thoughts?

 

 {Gigi New York}

 {Ted Baker}

 

{Diane Von Furstenburg}  

This Marc Jacobs purse/case is by far my favorite but would cost me almost as much as the iPad itself, so it's out of the running. It's just too gorgeous not to share though. 

Isn't it just to-die for?!