Festive

dress: J.Crew (similar)
pumps: Liz Clairborne (similar)
necklace: NY&Co (similar)
 clutch: DIY (similar)
watch: Fossil

I bought this dress at the spur of the moment. To make sure it fits, I went with the size of my hips (my size is about 2 sizes smaller). It took me about 6 months to take it to the tailor (and an attempt to sell it on Ebay). Thank goodness it didn't sell and I have a pretty dress for any occasion. 

I hope your week is going well and you aren't overwhelmed with the amount of food that needs to be made (or eaten. whichever you're doing). I'm scaling down this year - no one eats 7 different sides. By making more of the same, I'm able to cut back on hustle and bustle, and just enjoy some time with my family. 

Have a great day and thank you for stopping by! 

Pops of Red

top: J.Crew (similar)
skirt: H&M (sold out online) similar1, similar2
pumps: Jessica Simpson,
watch: Fossil
bracelet: Kate Spade, J.Crew (similar)

If you don't like getting all glammed up on a Monday afternoon, you should try it. It's so much fun! I'm in love with (almost) every midi skirt I see. I want them in every color, pattern and form but the most beautiful has proved to be this blush number. I was so sad to see that it sold out online (after I grabbed the very last one in store), but I found some great alternatives. If you haven't tried this trend yet, give it a go. Go with a fitted top and killer heels - you will be the talk of the party. 

Thank you for stopping by!

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P.S. Would you please help a sister out? Which layout of items is easier to navigate?

I really appreciate your input! 

EXAMPLE 1

top: J.Crew (similar)

skirt: H&M (sold out online) similar1, similar2

pumps: Jessica Simpson,

watch: Fossil

bracelet: Kate Spade, J.Crew (similar)

EXAMPLE 2

(similar) top // (similar) skirt // pumps // watch // bracelet1 // (similar) bracelet

Holiday Red

coat // (similar) sweater // leggings // (similar) boots // (similar) bag 

It WAS a winter wonderland in our parts last week but today we have it in 50's. That's New York for ya. Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining I just would like it to snow for Christmas and then never snow again. Alas, it seems like we will be getting some snow very soon. AGAIN. 

I'm working on some holiday make up ideas for you guys and I just can't wait to share it. So excited! 

Thank you for stopping by! 

Gift Guide For Her {Under $50}

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Hello Friends! Christmas shopping is coming up and hope you find some good deals! Here is agreat list of sales UNDER $50 for HER! 

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Apple Cheesecake Bars {Recipe}

I'm a huge fan of cheesecake. Strawberry, chocolate drizzle and cherry are among my top 3 (that's why I have 4 packages of cream cheese in my fridge at all times). So when I found this recipe for cheesecake bars, I was thrilled.

These bites are delicious, small and have every single layer perfectly packed on top of each other. The only thing is that I don't like doing so many layers. But it turns out, they are well worth it.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar

1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons, divided

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Streusel Topping:

1 cup firmly packed brown sugar

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup quick cooking oats

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a medium bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in butter

with a pastry blender until mixture is crumbly. Press evenly into a 

13 by 9 by 2-inch baking pan lined with heavy-duty aluminum 

foil. Bake 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar in an 

electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Then add eggs, 1 at a

time, and vanilla. Stir to combine. Pour over warm crust.

In a small bowl, stir together chopped apples, remaining 2 

tablespoons sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spoon evenly over 

cream cheese mixture. Spread the apples on top and sprinkle 

evenly with Streusel topping. Bake 30 minutes, or until filling is

 set.