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Soma has all you need to pack for a summer getaway

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The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana

The Elvis Sandwich: Grilled Peanut Butter & Banana Sandwich

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Today, I am sharing The recipe & How to make Elvis’s Favorite Sandwich, On Good Things Utah, for a promotion for the upcoming Elvis movie. So, my first time, I’ll be sharing a recipe on tv. However, I am used to sharing fashion, so I might be slightly nervous this time. (Wish me luck!)

If you follow me on Instagram, you know I share recipes and cooking in my stories. I love to cook for my family and share it with my followers.

A funny thing…My hubby the other day made a peanut butter and banana sandwich, and I said, “oh, you’re making the Elvis sandwich!” He said, “what?” Ben had no idea that was Elvis’s favorite Sandwich! He said, “how do you know that?” I told him I had heard it years ago when I was a kid and never forgot it. My mom adored Elvis. I am sure it was her that said something. It’s a southern thing!

Now, Elvis liked his Sandwich grilled and made with a lot of butter and even bacon fat! So I am making it without the bacon fat and a little less butter! But feel free to make it the Elvis way!

Watch the Tv Segment on Good Things Utah

The Recipe:

Elvis Presley’s Fried Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich

Two slices of white bread

2 tablespoons butter

1 small ripe banana mashed

2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

Directions

Place two pieces of white bread in the toaster on a light setting. Heat skillet over medium heat with two tablespoons of butter. While the bread is toasting, in a small bowl, using a fork, mash the ripe banana until it reaches a smooth consistency. Using a knife, take both pieces of the toasted bread and spread two tablespoons of creamy peanut butter, topping one side with the mashed banana. Place one slice of bread on top of the other, forming a sandwich. Place sandwich in a hot skillet, browning each side and flipping with a spatula for about 2 minutes per side. Take out of the skillet, slice on a diagonal, and serve on a plate.

Tip: This would be good drizzles with warm chocolate or honey. This Sandwich is warm, delicious, and gooey. You might want to eat it with a fork.

Elvis upcoming Movie

FROM WARNER BROTHERS PICTURES COMES VISIONARY DIRECTOR BAZ LUHRMANN’S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED BIG-SCREEN SPECTACLE, ELVIS.
AUSTIN BUTLER LIGHTS UP THE SCREEN AS THE LARGER-THAN-LIFE ICON ELVIS PRESLEY, ALONGSIDE TOM HANKS AS HIS INFAMOUS MANAGER, COLONEL TOM PARKER.
SPANNING THREE DECADES, LUHRMANN’S DRAMA TAKES AUDIENCES FROM MEMPHIS TO LAS VEGAS AND ALL STOPS IN BETWEEN.
THE FILM’S SOUNDTRACK FEATURES CLASSIC ELVIS HITS AS WELL AS REINVENTED VERSIONS FROM SOME OF TODAY’S HOTTEST ARTISTS, INCLUDING GRAMMY WINNER DOJA CAT.
SEE ELVIS ONLY IN THEATERS
JUNE 24TH

I will be attending the VIP movie Premier on Tuesday and will give you a little review.

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Soma Has All You Need to Pack For A Summer Getaway

Hello pretty ladies, I have a Fashion segment today on ABC’s Good Things Utah, View Live HERE starting at 10 am mnt. time.

With the First day of Summer Around the corner…I thought it would be fun to Share Stylish and easy clothes for packing…Soma, Has all you need to Pack Up & look stylish for that weekend’s Summer getaway.

Soma is one-stop shopping for all your needs from undergarments, loungewear, workout gear, pj’s, swimsuits, and summer dresses. I bet you didn’t even know they had all of these items?

Not only do they have all these items, but they also make the best for traveling in style and for packing lightly. I am going to show you how. Make sure to tune in, the link above works for out-of-state as well. Here are the-show links to view at any time.

GTU TV Segment

Tips on packing light & stylish:-

Packing for a weekend can be daunting And overwhelming, not to mention over-packing. A great way to avoid over-packing is to pack items that mix and match well. Along with items that serve a couple of purposes.

For instance, Soma Soft Wrap can be worn as loungewear, a lightweight jacket over a dress or paired with jeans, or with your workout wear. You could even use it as a bathing suit cover-up.

The Soma Cotton gauze robe could be worn as a robe, bathing suit cover, and as a duster pair with jeans and a tank.

Packing items that can serve a dual purpose really helps keep packing easier and lighter.

Tip 2

Packing everything in a color theme really helps, with packing fewer shoes (which saves a ton of weight and space.) Also helps coordinate and minimize the jewelry and accessories. Along with helping with the above tip, things mix and match better.

Did you know Soma makes clothing?

Soma not only has the best bras and undergarments, But they also carry a wide variety of High-quality clothing and great prices. The styles are always on-trend, have great fabrics, and fit well.

Pj’s and robes

Workout gear

Loungewear

Swimsuits and cover-ups

Dresses

They have the Best clothing for travel!

-Cover all your weekend needs in one little suitcase. From working out to heading to dinner, Pieces you’ll look cute and stylish all weekend, Soma clothing travels well, and Mix and matches pieces to create different looks with packing less.

-Look chic all weekend long from loungewear, Swimsuits, to activewear and dresses

-Dresses with built-in bras and most have Pockets

: Navy floral

: Gingham

: One shoulder

Shop the Dresses below:

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May’s 11 Bestsellers

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May’s 11 Best Sellers You’ll Want Too

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Can you believe May is over, and we are saying hello to June? I sure can’t. As I have been saying, the months keep flying by, and the Summer month seems to fly by the fastest. So hold on, we will be flying fast these next couple of months.

Doing a recap of the month’s best sellers, I have found you have been enjoying it. It’s fun for me to see what you have been liking. This helps me to know what to share with you. I also owe you a thank you, as shopping my links on my blog and social media allows me to earn a tiny commission at no cost to you. I appreciate you helping to support my small business.

11 Best Sellers

Target crossbody – An excellent bag for Summer Travel

Peepers – A New Spring design

Isle paradise – A great self Tanner, easy to use, and great color.

Leopard tote– A great Summer bag on Sale

Soma’s perfect cover bra– My Favorite Bra

Josselyn sandals – A great sandal that goes with everything

Spanx on-the-go shorts– Shorts that flatter you’ll wear all summer long.

Rachael hoodie dress– The cutest sweatshirt dress, comfy and chic

Pillow Talk Highlighter – A beautiful pallet by Charlotte Tilbury

Free People Perfect mom shorts– Perfect denim shorts you’ll wear on repeat

Bodysuit– The perfect bodysuit with a built-in bra

Shop the post below:

: Spanx Short

: Spanx Short

: Bodysuit & Sandal

: Highlighter

: Free people shorts

: Self Tanner

What makes a Best Seller?

Want to know how an item makes a best seller? It Is as easy as it sounds. It is the item that sells well on my blog or social media channels. So you, my followers, make purchases of things you like, and I pick the top 10 to 12 of that month’s top purchased items. Favorites, if you will.

The Top Selling Item 3 months in a row!

The Josselyn sandals have been a top seller every month since I started sharing them at the end of February! These are one of my favorite pairs of shoes. They are comfy and stylish and go with everything from flares to Summer dresses. So flattering! Made by Sam Edelman, they are not cheap shoes, but you’ll wear them for years.

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5 Items To Freshen Up Your Summer Wardrobe

Hello Pretty ladies,

Can you believe we are at the end of May already? The first day of Summer is right around the corner. I am sharing 5 items that will freshen up the Summer pieces you loved last year. Accessories are the easiest way to update a wardrobe. Whether you purchase trendy or classic pieces, new accessories add to finishing off a look. Here are my favorite 5 Summer accessories. Unique earrings, a good pair of sandals, sunglasses, a new summer hat, and a great Summer bag.

5 Summer Accessories

Summer Earrings

Earrings are a great refresher to a wardrobe any time of the year. But here are a few of the ones I’ve purchased and am loving. First, you’ll notice several hoop earring styles. This is, of course, my favorite, but because hoop earrings go with so many hairstyles and face shapes.

Shop my picks below:

Summer Sandals

Who doesn’t want a new pair of shoes? Adding in a Fun summer trendy sandal always helps update your summer wardrobe. But, You know I am a big advocate for building a classic wardrobe and adding in a few stylish pieces every season. So, here I am sharing the traditional and on-trend sandals I have purchased this season. You’ll notice a lot of nude options. Nude sandals go with everything and elongate the legs.

Shop my picks below:

Chic Sunglasses

Sunglasses are a must year-round, but there’s something about a great new pair of sunnies to go with your summer looks and to look chic poolside. Here are a few of my favorite trendy and classic styles.

Shop my picks below:

Summer Hats

You know I am a hat girl, and I wear them all year round, ALL the time. But, there is something about an excellent Summer hat that does finish off a summer look. It gives an outfit a completely different vibe! And I am here for it. Here are a few of my all-time favorite Summer hats, along with the couple I purchased this year.

Shop my picks below:

Summer Bags

Whether your head to lunch with the girls or going to sit poolside, adding a summer bag or two to your wardrobe really is a must. Something about the straw, wicker, fabric, and the airy bags of Summer that transforms even the most uncomplicated summer look, of shorts and a tank, a tee shirt dress, or cropped jeans and a tee. The Bag finishes off the look and can up the game. Below are some of my picks this year.

Shop my picks below:

The Chit Chat Chic girls joined me in Sharing a blog post on Summer Fashion Essentials. See what Lisa, Michelle, and Cindy Shared. You’ll want to pop over to their blogs, links below:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite

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What’s in my Beach Bag

What’s in my Beach Bag

Hello Pretty ladies,

If you caught Wednesday’s Chit chat chic live, you know we shared about our beach bags and what we like to take along with us to the beach, pool, or lake.

Now that the boys are grown, it looks slightly different than the oversized sand-proof totes and all the toys and essentials. The one big plus to midlife is you only have to take what you want/need and maybe think of my hubby. So with that said, I am sharing items I have taken in my bag on vacation.

The Beach Bag

This bag from WHBM is now on SALE, and I am telling you, YOU want it! It holds a ton, is sturdy, and oh so fun with its leopard print and large straw tassel.

The Cup

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I am a huge Ice tea and water drinker. And if I am poolside/waterside, I will also have a cocktail… so, yes.. you could find me with three cups at the pool🥤🍹😂Here are the cups we own and take along⬇️

Sun Hat

You know I am a hat girl✔️, And I have some favorite Summer hats I wear year after year. I like they stay on my head and cover my face from the sun. Lack of color and Gigi pip are my go-to brands for styling and excellent quality hats.

The Towel

I am a little picky about my beach/ pool towels. I have always liked having them all match to keep track of them. Also, I Like them oversized and very fluffy. I love the Pottery Barn towels and the classic black and white stripe.

The Suntan lotion

Suntan lotion and browning lotion, I love the Tula suntan lotion for my face, Sun bum for my body, and browning lotion for my legs to help get a golden brown tan.

SunGlasses

Great sunglasses are a must for poolside or beach days, and I love to have a pair of sunglasses that can also serve as readers. Peepers created just that. Two in one. Below are the pairs I have and use.

Books and Tunes

Who doesn’t love a good Summer read and some tunes? I sure do, and below are a few of my past books I’ve loved reading poolside, along with how we listen to some tunes. We love the JBL speaker. It’s waterproof, Bluetooth, and lightweight, which gives off a great sound. Apple eye buds are great if needing to be personal versus music for a group.

Extra’s

Below is a few other bag essentials, I always have In my bag, a face mist by Tula, the Tula I balm, A couple of Coola Suncare products. and my favorite Havana flip-flops.

More Beach Bags

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14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

Hello Pretty ladies,

Choosing the correct wardrobe basics for building a capsule or Spring wardrobe can be tricky for some people. So I thought I would help take the stress away and share my easy 14 essentials for building a Spring wardrobe capsule. These 14 pieces will help you create a beautiful and timeless Spring and Summer wardrobe. A bounce is these pieces make for a perfect and easy packing list for traveling light.

14 Essentials for Spring Wardrobe Capsule

: Spanx Short

: Free people shorts

1. Good pair of mom shorts =I love these Free People|denim shorts. You can style so many ways. And these Spanx Shorts|and these Spanx shorts. If you were only to own two pairs of shorts, it would be these two pairs.

2. Teeshirt Dress= is the perfect comfy Spring essential that you can wear anywhere, travels well, and can be styled in so many ways. I Love these HERE| HERE | HERE

3. Cardigans= from spring days to Summer nights, a lightweight cardigan is a Spring Essential you need to take the chill off and add a cute layer to your outfit. I love these |HERE| HERE| HERE

4. Blazers= Chic Up every outfit with a blazer, whether you pair it with shorts, jeans, or wide-leg cropped pants or layer over a dress. You seriously need a blazer. Here are a few of my favorites HERE| HERE | HERE| HERE

5. Linen pants = The perfect Summer pant would have to be linen pants. They say coastal, with a beachy feel. Styled with a tee/tank and denim jacket can take you from shopping to brunch. Effortless and chic for Spring. My favorite pairs are HERE|HERE

6. Bodysuit= Makes for a perfect layered look and no bulk. I love these bodysuits with built-in bras.

7. Favorite tee =I love this white one and these Graphic Tees

8. Button up chambray or White Gauze | Linen| Stripe = Perfect to wear over a dress, paired with shorts or linen pants. Worn open with bodysuit under or worn buttoned up 1/2 tucked in. You really can go wrong with a good button-up.

9. Maxi dress= I love this Soma| Maxi with Built-in Bra or This Evereve dress| Dress them up or wear casual to the beach.

10. Wide-leg Cropped pant= These Spanx Wide-leg cropped pants are chic and easy to wear and style. A more affordable pair are these Risen Wide-leg cropped denim. I love that you can style these with ease, from a tee shirt and cardigan to a button-up and denim jacket.

11. A great Summer bag= Every Spring outfit needs a significant bag to polish the look off. “They say the accessories make the outfit,” and it’s true. Accessories can make a plain outfit into a wow outfit. Think of it as a statement piece. My spring bag My Picks are HERE|HERE| HERE|HERE

12. Denim jacket= A denim jacket is a wardrobe staple. A denim jacket is a piece you will wear year-round and is the layering piece that can completely change an outfit from blah to chic. Here are my go-to Denim jackets. HERE|HERE|HERE

13. Nude Sandal= A nude shoe is always a great choice. It’s a shoe that elongates the leg and goes with everything. Here are my top 4 Nude sandals to complete your Spring & Summer outfits. HERE|HERE|HERE|HERE

14. Hoop Earrings = A hoop earring looks great on everyone, looks great with multiple hairstyles, and finishes off an outfit. A classic earring style and my favorite. Here are my five go-to Hoop earrings that I wear weekly. HERE| HERE| HERE|HERE|HERE

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Michelle= Poised Petite

Cammi=Cammie’s Happy Place

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Spanx Shorts Styled 2 Ways

Hello pretty ladies,

Hoping you had a beautiful Mother’s day. I took the day off social media. No Mother’s day tribute to my mom or about being a mom. I love taking the time to do a good tribute and read all of the tributes being posted. But, yesterday, I just wanted to keep my phone put away. I know you, sweet ladies understand that.

I shared these great shorts by Spanx on Saturday over on my Instagram. “Styled two ways.” I realized that would make for a great quick styling blog post. On the go, 6-inch inseam Spanx shorts fit amazing, are a perfect length for moms and midlifers (if you like your legs), are a flattering fit, and are easy to style from casual to date night.

: Casual Style

: Great for Travel

Casual Chic Styling

The casual Chic styling above is perfect for a Chic Casual look
That you can wear almost anywhere… From shopping with the girls, traveling, and brunch, These will definitely be part of my weekly Summer staple ✔️ I love a good stripe shirt and denim jacket look. This has a Parisian feel, with that bit of pop of leopard on the messenger bag strap, adding just a touch of extra print detail.

Shop the Look below:

Spanx isn’t just Shapewear.

Spanx doesn’t just design shapewear anymore. They have a full line of very figure-flattering clothing, from sportswear to dresses. I have been sharing their pieces every season for a while with you as I am a Spanx Partner, which gives me a slight advantage at sharing the Brand New releases just a little bit earlier.

: Spanx Short

Dressed up short, Styling.

Spanx shorts dressed up, this classic black short, is so easy to dress up for a date night, Summer bridal shower, or even a business lunch meeting, depending on how you style them. I wore a fancier top (lace over black bodice top shown here) paired with pearl accessories and a dressier summer sandal. But you could easily wear them with a blazer and heels with a dressy button-up or blouse. The possibilities are truly endless.

Shop the Dressier look below:

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April’s Best Selling Items

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Can you believe we have entered into May already? I swear the months keep going by faster and faster. I know you love a good “best sellers” round-up. So here are the items I loved and shared that “my following” loved and purchased as well. April’s Best Selling Items, 12 of them, actually.

12 April Best Sellers you’ll love

Crossbody Bag $25| Perfect for travel, running errands, or shopping. It comes in 4 colors. I love the white.
Peepers readers $23| Love the blush and tortoise combo can be blue light and any strength.
T3 Airbrush due $179| update your blowout with this brush and blowdryer duo works so well. It looks like a salon do.
Anthropologie floral pitcher $58| Perfect for Summer lemonade or a flower bouquet
Bodysuit $46| Amazing bodysuit with built-in bra, comes in several colors and styles
Free People shorts $68| The perfect mom shorts for summer. Not too short or long you’ll wear all Summer long
Tarte Tape $30| Concealer is ultra-creamy and it completely lives up to the hype.
No show socks $13| Best selling no-slip socks 6pairs
Pillow Talk Highlighter $29| This product also lives up to the Hype. It’s so pretty on and the perfect finishing touch to your look.
Puff sleeve blazer $72| Pretty shade of taupe with a blush undertone. You’ll wear this all Summer long.
Straw bag $23| Cutest bag for the beach or Summer comes in 4 colors.
New Balance Tennis shoes $89-99| Best seller month after month, comes in several colorways. sells out fast but gets restocked fast. (I own four colorways) So good and if in between sizes size down.

shop the 12 Items below:

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7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch!

Hello Pretty ladies,

Today, I am headed back to Good Things Utah on ABC to share 7 Looks From Cabana Life, From The Pool To Brunch! With Mother’s Day this Sunday, the show wanted to showcase Mother’s Day looks for brunch. In addition, may is national skin cancer awareness month, with May 2nd (Today) being National Melanoma awareness day. So I thought, why not showcase an Spf50 protection resort wear line that could take you from the pool to brunch by just changing the accessories.

Cabana Life resort wear for the whole family

Have you heard of Cabana Life resort wear? It’s a Florida brand specializing in spf50 resort wear for the whole family. With new collections launching monthly, from swimsuits and swim shirts to rompers and dresses. Your next vacation can be stylish and protected.

Cabana Life Looks can take you From The Pool To Brunch!

I created 7 Looks From Cabana Life that can take you From The Pool To Brunch! by changing out your accessories. I know you will love these fun, effortless outfits. Perfect for your next vacation or even this weekend for Mother’s Day. From Cammie’s happy Place, my dear friend Cammi joined me as a model today! See our fun photos below:

: Sag Habor Jumpsuit

: Cammi

: Sag Habor Jumpsuit

Are you packing for a trip?

Packing for a vacation can be overwhelming; Cabana resort wear can help ease the task, as you can get multiple uses out of the pieces. Plus, the fabric is terrific and travels so well. Do not wrinkle.

: Cabana Collection

: Sun Shine Shore Dress

: Sag Harbor Palazzo Jumpsuit

Shop the Looks Below:

Melanoma Monday,

“Today, Melanoma Monday, and every day sun protection is an important part of my daily routine! Founded by a skin cancer survivor, Cabana Life is a women-owned business on a mission to prevent skin cancer with sun-safe solutions. This is important to me, As I have had Skin Cancer issues. To kickoff Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Cabana Life is giving $20 off full-priced orders of $100+ with code SHINE20.” – through May 4th

: Charleston Sleeveless Shift Dress

: Navy/White Trim Terry Tunic

: Tulum Embroidered Tassel Cover Up

Charleston Sleeveless Shift Dress| Navy/White Trim Terry Tunic |Tulum Embroidered Tassel Cover Up

Shop Cabana Life and SAVE 20% with code DARCY20

Shop the Looks Below:

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