Tuesday, November 26, 2013

fashion inspiration: joan watson of elementary

If you don't watch Elementary, you're missing out and probably should. First of all, it's a great show. Second, Lucy Liu/her character Joan Watson has a style that I'm growing obsessed with it.

I noticed it last season, but always thought "I can't pull any of this off." Then I realized I was subconsciously buying a lot of things she wears.

SO.. I gathered some of my favorite looks of hers for us all to be inspired by.


She does a lot of skater-style dresses and skirts, but she dresses down, too. She also has a great collection of jackets and cardigans, winter shorts, and booties.

There are also a lot of drop-waist dresses like this.


So many ways to rock the loose shorts and tights!

Or leather shorts..

Pretty obsessed with the leather and lace outfit on the right. You also don't see a whole lot of accessories on her outside of hats and scarves.

I totally saw a dress just like this at H&M... then add a military jacket and tights.. bam!

A white blazer or jacket in the winter.. Casual but so goodddd. 

I'm going to start paying even closer attention to her outfits and posting them even more. After getting almost the exact same boots she has on in the last picture [on Target clearance!], I realize I might have a lot more of what she's wearing.

What's your favorite look of hers? OR.. is there a fictional character's style you're loving?! Do share!

love,
elizabethany

Monday, November 25, 2013

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Another big week on my HOT blog! Here's what you may have missed but hopefully didn't.

See ya tomorrow, workday. We have better things to do today. 

love,
elizabethany


Thursday, November 21, 2013

recipe: garlic-pumpkin hummus

We had a company potluck today, and even though I've sworn [after learning the hard way] that I wouldn't make something I've never made for a party, I did it. 

I wanted something different and fall-y... so, PUMPKIN duh! Even though I'm not a big hummus person, I decided to throw some of that together. 

If you have a blender or a food processor, it's hella easy and... good! [Even though I didn't find that out until the end of the party cuz I was too scared to try it ahead of time in case it sucked... then I'd have an excuse. "Oh man, I had no idea!"]

WHAT YOU NEED: 

-2 7.75 oz of chick peas
-1 cup of pumpkin puree
-1.5 tbs olive oil
-1 tbs tahini
-2 cloves/tbs minced garlic
-1/2 tsp ground cumin
-1/4 tsp cinnamon
-pita chips to eat it with!

WHAT YOU DO: 

1. Blend/puree the chickpeas and olive oil. 

2. Add in the pumpkin and do it again. 

3. Add in all the other ingredients. [FYI this is what tahini looks like. Kiiiinda weird, but smells delicious!]

4. Mix it all up, chill in in the fridge for a little, and BAM! Enjoy!

Seriously... how easy is that?! I had about two hours to work with this morning, and this took maybe 15 minutes!

BONUS: Pumpkin is an aphrodisiac... especially for guys. Hellloooooo office drama!
....I mean... what?!

love,
elizabethany

what ya wearin wednesday 112013

"Why are you having to finish What Ya Wearin Wednesday now?! It's THURSDAY!" You're right! You know the days of the week! Now suck it and enjoy. 

[That was a real thing said to me five minutes ago.]

@muchachamary showed off this outfit, that she got for under $40! 

@msjsg also went with red and black, and I'm loving her subtle-sexy bodycon for her job as a teacher!

@stylebyhistory had light colors that still look beautiful in the fall!

@ksnedegar with my fave- braided to the side 'do.. and another fun-colored scarf!

All sortsa color blocking from @JenDBradley!

Apparently @amsnedegar didn't realize she didn't have shoes on... I think she wanted to show off her impeccable matching skills. 

Fun floral pants! @jannashepherd is my trend-twin today!

Can't decide if I like the leather stripe or the laced-up back of the boots on @anam_xo!

And @fangirlrenee knows it's always fun to rock the Chucks!

Also fun: @alliangel324's cheetah fishnet and asymmetrical skirt!

NOT fun: @BrookeRadio's awful sweatshirt... she's lucky she rocks the hat so well.

@tannerlinwood with the skater dress and boot socks! Approve!

Also approving @ms_vdv's tights and little cowboy booties.

How gorg is @bradlisan's 10 minute updo and Marshall's dress?!

And uh... @cadyeimer's new purse... I want it. That color!

Even though she was also inspired by someone with the initials TS, I'm thinkin' @broadway_lover89's new hair is fab.

By now, we should all know @mollskat is going to do some beautiful make-up every time.

Boot socks! I'm glad @kkruz found some she likes, cuz I still haven't.

Chambray and mint! @toribabyy14 knows how to please me.

@lettybradio shows that simple sweaters, leggings, and boots can be cute! And her friend snazzes it up with trendy leathe skirt and fur vest.

And @ambs829 spotted this yesterday... since Halloween season is still going on......... ohhh, Morgantown.

I got an order from Forever21 right before I left the house, and knew these pants would be my new fave/easy to style. They were only $11!, and will match just about anything.
jeans- F21 online clearance
shirt- F21 YEARS ago, but it's still one of my faves
boots- Charming Charlies $5
scarf- BlueLans.com $3

I actually liked it better with my white necklace, but I have this weird neck issue right now and it hurts to wear necklaces and ugh that's a whole 'nother story.

I think this week was pretty good! Let's keep it up, ya hear?! And don't forget, you can now use #WYWW if you wanna make it easier.

love,
elizabethany

PS SOME of my faves are posted on the HOT blog!



Tuesday, November 19, 2013

outfit: simple and pretty

Jane.com is a new drug. SO many good deals from a bunch of different boutiques, so even if I don't end up buying whatever it is they offer, I'm finding a bunch of cute new websites!

My favorite deals: necklaces. I'll be honest... I normally put a bunch of them in my cart and then get frustrated with $3 shipping and don't end up doing it, but that's cuz I'm hella cheap. When I saw this cute pink necklace [I've been in need of one for two years at least] I didn't hesitate. 

The second it came in the mail, I paired it with this simple gray tee that I wear when I don't feel like trying and new flats I got from American Eagle for $5! Hot pink lip gloss from ipsy made me feel pretty instead of super casual.





I don't typically think of putting gray with nude colors, but I really liked this casual and simple outfit.. especially when it totaled out at $43 with the $20 LC jacket from Kohl's. And to fancy it up a little, I also did braids on both sides of my head into the ponytail, but of course you can't tell in these pictures.

Oh... and don't judge me for the boxes everywhere. I still haven't unpacked everything... ugh.

love,
elizabethany

Monday, November 18, 2013

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I was kinda a blogging machine last week on HOT's page... so let's make sure you didn't miss anything.


Now... I must go post some more if I want to continue being one of the top 10 bloggers in the nation for my company. [AH SO EXCITING]

love,
elizabethany

Friday, November 15, 2013

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Good morning, sunshines! It looks like I've spent some time on the Internet...
And of course, a TON MORE on my HOT blog. 

love,
elizabethany

PS tomorrow is World Record Day and Sunday is Unfriend Day... so do great things this weekend, mmkay?!


Thursday, November 14, 2013

what ya wearin wednesday 111313

We'll look at some beauties then chat, mmk?

@kkruz is wearing open toed wedges in the fall! *gasp!* But they look gooddd with tights!

@ksnedegar has some fun-colored tights to match her fun scarf! I love a bright color in the cold weather.

I don't know if  @kayree1 was showing off her tee, but I'm really diggin' her hair! The waves and hidden braid... fun!

What I like on @kmtucker_- the scarf knot, yellow jacket, and her EARRINGS!

I totally enjoy @lachawalee's small chevron print, and studded flats! 

 must have been a lot warmer than us.. but I'm a fan of that color of pants!

 went with the layers! Sweater, jacket, scarf, warmth!

Look at that great, sparkly cat eye on @mollskat!

Eyeball print on @vivalasole! The new thing? 

@laurmccabe23's simple accent on her nail is totally pretty!

Ya never know what all you have in your closet, as @brookeradio learned when she put this fab outfit together from the back of hers!

@frshdimples_89 making a hoodie and winter hat look good!

And @toribabyy14 shows that red is always great. 




And I had another accident of an outfit. I wanted to wear either the pink shirt or the tank... then ended up with both! I feel so middle school right now with the open button down shirt.... 
-tank from American Eagle $5
-shirt from Beall's $11
-F21 jeans $9
-boots from K-Mart $10
-necklace c/o Santa Claus

Now... I gotta know... should we continue with WYWW? IIII love it... and it seems like everyone likes looking at it... but there has been a pretty big decline in posts, right when I thought it was going to blow up. So let me know! Should I keep trying or do we take a break? 

I'm hoping it'll just... ya know.. kick everyone's ass in gear and get more posts coming in... especially from newbies! 

love,
elizabethany