..Detox..

{Monday}

One of my favorite days, honestly. A new week means new motivations and a fresh start. For a while now, I’ve been indulging, splurging, and any other relatable word in all things party food, cocktails, caffeine, and junk in excess..  I’m fed up – to say the least – and need to detox and take a hard punch to it all.

This weekend I planned out my three day juice cleanse, and I actually am very excited to start! I bought a juicer a few weeks ago and have my grocery list ready to go. I have never done anything like this before and am looking forward to the results!

Cheers!

Tequila Martini

My choice of liquor is tequila and my least favorite cocktail is a martini.  Surprisingly, this is my all-time favorite drink.  In my opinion, it is PERFECT: the sweet and bitter balance could not be more spot on.  Using fresh and top-notch ingredients, as well as organic Blue Agave, this drink has a sumptuous feel and is truly a treat to sip on!

With Cinco de Mayo just a few days away, try out this cocktail (similar recipe found here) and you’ll have a heck of a fiesta!

Cheers!

This or That

I am loving the Black & White trend, and what better way to wear it than via maxi??  One of my favorite things is finding good deals that mimic a major piece.  Here’s a dress I LOVE from BCBG.  The patterns and the flow make it absolutely gorgeous.  For me though, it’s not budget friendly which means I’m on the look out for a similar piece.  I’ve found a few, and the one from White House | Black Market is one of them!  I love the high collar and that it gathers around the waist that accentuates your figure.  Another I found is HERE, at Lulu’s.  This dress is much more similar to the BCBG: the low back and the texture.  It’s priced at $57 – you can’t beat that!

BCBG, White House | Black Market, Lulu’s

Coachella

With Coachella underway this weekend, I am a BIT jealous of all those who are going.  This may be ignorant of me to say, but I really would just LOVE to be there for the fashion, the hot desert weather, and moseying around enjoying the music with a cocktail in hand – basically the atmosphere in general!  There’s so much hype about it that I can’t help but feel like I’m missing out on something so fun!

I thought I’d do an inspiration board on some of the key pieces and must-haves for the weekend that I would pack and wear!  Enjoy!

• 1. Mega Chunky Chain Necklace
• 2. Basic Crop Tank Top
• 3. Zig Zag Wide Leg Trousers
• 4. Floral Jaquard Shorts
• 5. Miista Val Tex Ankle Boots
• 6. ASOS Stone Pop Drop Earring
• 7. Lily + Jasper Floral Headpiece - A MUST HAVE
• 8. Cream Floral Pinafore
• 9. FABLE Multi Buckle Sandals
• 10. PENTATHLON Runners
• 11. Perforated Leather Backpack
• 12. ASOS Pearl Anklet – A MUST HAVE
• 13. Lizard Cat Eye Sunglasses
• 14. Mara Hoffman Bikini – A MUST HAVE

Gift Guide … Modern Day Don Draper

I think you would agree that there aren’t too many things finer than a man styled with class.  If you’re fortunate to have such a man in your life, then you will be excited to see the gift guide below.  It’s filled with many useful items and accessories to fit a classy man’s lifestyle.

Enjoy!

1.  Burberry Brit Cologne 3.3 oz … $73

2.  Briefcase, Zara … $90

3.  Eucris Hard Shaving Soap, Geo F. Trumpers … $25

4.  Linford Sunglasses, Oliver Peoples … $495

5.  Kitano Shirt, AllSaints … $145

6.  Slim Denim Jean, Ted Baker … $155

7.  Crystal Tumblers, Baccarat … $100

8.  Manhattan Whiskey Decanter, Rogaska Crystal … $200

9.  Collins Bar Cart, Crate and Barrel … $800

10. French Press, Williams-Sonoma … $50

11. Skinny Silk Tie, Dolce & Gabbana … $100

12. Leather Ankle Boot, Ted Baker … $130

13. Three-Pack Striped Socks, Beams Plus … $20

Gift Guide … High-Class Tomboy

Now for the ‘High-Class Tomboy’.  Even though I love everything in ‘The Cultured Sweetheart’, this is more my style and good for someone who’s a bit more edgy.  Regardless of any style, do not forget the flowers!

Enjoy!

1.  Lola Arm Chair, Z Gallerie … $300

2.  Boyfriend Bracelet Watch, Coach … $348

3.  Chateau Canet Clock, Z Gallerie … $50

4.  Boyfriend Jeans, New Look … $30

5.  High-top Sneakers, Isabel Marant … $640

6.  Vintage Bangle, Chanel … $2200

7.  Leather iPad Case, Marc Jacobs … $500

8.  Silk-chiffon Scarf, Alexander McQueen … $295

9.  Layla Gold Headphones, Frends … $150

10.  Leather Baseball Cap … $20

11.  Color-blocked Leather Jacket, C & Y … $385

12.  Hurricane Candle Holder, Hagar … $205

Gift Guide … The Cultured Sweetheart

This week, I will be focussing on Valentine’s Day gift guides for different personalities because, yes, it’s just around the corner.  I understand the stress of waiting last-minute to buy someone very special a gift … It’s not ideal.  So, let’s start thinking of ideas this week in order to avoid that.

Even though I’ve categorized gifts according to certain personalities, I find things I absolutely love in all of these guides.  I hope that you’ll find it useful!

1.  Cellula Rectangular Chandelier … $5,995

2.  Max Kuehne Folding Screen

3.  Grafton Chair, Anthropologie … $698

4.  Lollia Bubble Bath … $34

5.  Chloé Eau de Parfum … $90

6.  Chanel Vintage Earrings

7.  Jimmy Choo Studded Pumps … $1150

8.  Futai Clear Bubble Umbrella … $20

9.  Vera Wang Wedgwood Champagne Flute … $40