Friday, June 20, 2014

Countdown

TGIF! I am so happy that the weekend is here, this week has been a hectic one for me! Anyone with me? Anyways, I hope all of you have a wonderful weekend and I hope to see and hear from all of you on Monday, when the new TBB debuts!

Friday Favorites:

  • Sarah Jessica Parker only works out for 22 minutes a day and dreams about food? via E!
  • A little reminder to be positive via  J.A.
  • Olivia Palermo chose the print of the summer via ELLE
  • Bonus! Olivia's chosen print is under $100 at Zara via Zara 
  • Another Bonus! The Zara sale starts today! 
  • My favorite blogger outfit of the week goes to Kat via With Love From Kat
  • My stripe addiction has begun again via Stripes 

Thursday, June 19, 2014

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Sorry for the radio silence (I had an Econ test), but ladies and (maybe) gents I have some news. This Monday the new TBB will debut! You read that right - Monday! So get excited and be sure to check here on Monday!

Currently Craving:

Monday, June 16, 2014

Canadian Tuxedo





















































Hey everyone, hope this Monday is treating you well! To start off the week I thought I'd confess something. I am a fan of the denim on denim look - the "Canadian Tuxedo" if you must. I know it's a lot of denim, but I've always been a fan of jeans, from shorts to jackets, so why not wear it all? I am not suggesting that everyone starts dressing like Britney and Justin circa 2001, but I think a little denim on denim can be a great look! What do you think, would you ever try it? Personally, I think I'd do a light chambray and ripped denim like the always fabulous Olivia Palermo did. 

To see more denim looks visit my Denim pinterest page! 

Friday, June 13, 2014

Closing In
















































Whew! This week flew by, don't ya think? I didn't make it to the beach as much as I would have liked, but hopefully next week I'll be able to go! Since I've been at the beach all summer and will be for the remainder of it, I thought I'd show all of you around! 30-A is one of my favorite spots so all throughout the coming weeks I'll be showcasing some of my favorite spots along here!

Friday Favorites:

  • 10 New Ways To Use An Avocado via Self
  • Head over heels about this look via Tibi
  • Jessica Alba really loves her military jacket via Who What Wear
  • Kerry Washington Resurfaced! via People
  • A summer (tie-dye) dress via Madewell
  • Texas Style, Home Edition via Domaine 
  • 7 Celebrities That Only Fashion People Love via Refinery 29

Also, Saks is having a huge sale - see my picks below!

Thursday, June 12, 2014

Clear




























































































After a few weeks of missing CC, it's finally back! This round might be my favorite to date. I mean, the color palette alone is stunning, if I do say so myself! The dress, top, handbag and sunnies are my favorite! Have any favorites? Let me know in the comments!

Currently Craving: 

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Father's Day Gift Guide




























































































Father's Day is right around the corner - this Sunday to be exact! So don't forget to get your dad something special! I have a few things planned for when my dad comes in town, but all of these are great gifts if you're struggling to figure something out for your dad. In fact, they've all been approved by my dad. While he loves them all, he's eyeing the Frank Clegg leather duffle. As for my other picks he swears by Kiehls moisturizer because he travels so much. He is also a devoted fan of Allen Edmonds - he refuses to wear any other kind and has several pairs, including the ones I featured. Lastly, he is a huge fan of Suits, if you haven't watched it, we highly recommend it! 

S H O P 

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Brighten Up


I posted this photo on my Instagram a couple weeks ago and whenever I need a pick me up I look at this photo! It's so bright and colorful and it fuels my new obsession with succulents. 

However, that is not what this post is about. It is about trying new things and being positive. Starting this blog was a huge step out of my comfort zone, but I'm so glad that I did. I do take TBB seriously, but not too seriously! ...because blogging is supposed to be fun, right? Having said that, TBB means a lot to me and I hope it will eventually mean a lot to others! 

So, with the arrival of the new TBB upon us - I was told it will be next week (fingers crossed) - I would like to turn it over to all of you. What do you want to see on here? ... see less of, or more of! I've already thought of a couple things... more photos, less collages, but I want to hear from all of you! 

Monday, June 9, 2014

The Shoes of Summer




























































































I am on a major shoe kick lately! I've ordered two new pairs in just the last couple of weeks and I already have my eyes on more! No word on the new TBB, but this roundup should keep you busy shopping for a while!  


By the way, if you would like to pin this I highly recommend just repinning it off of my account because I uploaded it to Pinterest just fine (no murky background color)! Available here! 



Friday, June 6, 2014

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To be perfectly honest I have no idea when TBB is debuting! It's currently a guessing game! So, here's a long list of Friday Favorites to make up for yesterday's missed post... sorry about that!

Friday Favorites:

  • Lemon Artichoke and Asparagus Pasta via Creme de la Crumb 
  • How Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen Became Fashion Icons For A Generation via Vogue
  • A Guide To Crying: How To Ration Your Tissues During "The Fault In Our Stars" via Cosmo
  • 16 Fun Facts About Target via Buzzfeed
  • My New Favorite Tumblr via Tumblr
  • The Tibi Lookbook is Perfection via Shopbop
  • 5 Must Do Calorie Burning Workouts via Popfitness
  • Shop Your Favorite TV Looks via WornOnTV
  • Was Buying "Beats" Good For Apple? via Billboard
  • Jack White vs. The Black Keys, Adele, and more via USA Today  
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Wednesday, June 4, 2014

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We're four days into June and I haven't properly welcomed the month in so I thought this would be the best way to-do so! 10 things that I love about June!

T E N   T H I N G S : 

1 S'more Season. This really doesn't even need to be explained, I mean, who doesn't like s'mores?!
2 Peonies. They are just beautiful, don't ya think?
3 Father's Day! My dad and I look very much alike, so I can't wait to have my twin home for daddy's day!
4 All White. I love all white ensembles! From jumpsuits to dresses and skirts and tops, all white in a June must do.
5 Summer time dresses are the best. Don't get me wrong I love all types of dresses, but summer frocks are my favorite.
6 Sunny Weather. As many of y'all know I'm spending the summer at my parent's beach house and so far June's temps have been quite nice.
7 Beach Days, simple and easy.
8 Paddleboarding. I am obsessed. I could do it everyday, especially when there's dolphins!
9 Root Beer Floats. OMG, I love a good root beer float!
And last, but certainly not least, 10. The new TBB debuts!!!!!

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Summer Concert
















































A lot of people have requested that I do a "lookbook" post for a summer concert so this is what I would ideally wear! That Proenza Schouler Fringe PS1 is to die for. I hope this is helps some of you and that y'all like this look! Feel free to request other outfit ideas by simply commenting or emailing me!

Also, that top is by Wilfred a new line that caught my eye and all of it is on sale at Aritzia!

Sunnies / Top (On Sale) / Shorts / Shoes / Earrings / Handbag

Monday, June 2, 2014

The Best




















































I finally made the chocolate chip cookies that Emily swears by and oh my goodness gracious are they good. Perfectly crisp, yet chewy and gooey - pretty much everything you would ever want in a cookie. If you haven't tried out this recipe yet, I highly suggest you do. They truly are the best chocolate chip cookie I've ever had. Trust me on this one! If you want a more detailed recipe, click here. 

Happiest of Monday's to all of you and be on the lookout for the new TBB!

Friday, May 30, 2014

Blue Bike


















































This weeks FF photo immediately caught my eye because my mom and I have recently picked up biking. She got a fabulous bike for mothers day and the whole fam is obsessed with it - it's a precious blue beach cruiser, it even has a cute little basket. I'll try to snap a pic of it and put it on Instagram.

Also, a little news about the new TBB. I don't have a confirmed debut date, but it's in the coding process and it should be next week. Fingers crossed because I absolutely love it and cannot wait to share it with all of you!

Here's this week's round of Friday Favorites! Enjoy!

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

SALE





































Shopbop just marked down a ton of items and guess what they included!! Rag & Bone booties! Yes! Both the Newbury (30% off) and Kinsey (50% off)! I'm literally jumping for joy. But that's not all they marked down, browse around below for more good deals!

S H O P B O P   S A L E : 


Also, MATCHES fashion is having a sale so here are some more goodies to marvel at! 
Happy Hump Day indeed! 

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Road Trip Essentials

















































Summer is road trip season in my humble opinion so I thought I'd put together my road trip essentials. Trust me I've been on quite a few road trips... Alabama to Washington state and Washington state to Louisiana were the longest though. Why would a family ever drive that you might ask? Well, our family dog, Blackie, is just too loved to be put on a plane (he's too big to fit under a seat so he would have to be put underneath) so we drove across the country for him.

Enough about Blackie and back to my road trip essentials!

  • Good music. Preferably sing a long music, songs that you know every word to. Let's be honest it's fun to belt out your favorite song. 
  • Snacks. No brainer here, you get hungry (and bored) when you're just sitting in the car for hours. 
  • A good book and a pillow - if you're not driving! Snuggle up, start reading and the time will pass on by. 
  • Get creative if worst comes to worst. My mom and I usually play name games... New York or San Francisco? Or who would you rather be neighbors with... Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds or Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen?  
Lastly, I have some big news for y'all! The new TBB debuts next Monday!!! 

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Friday, May 23, 2014

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This weekend is the unofficial start of summer! ...hip hip hooray! I'll be spending the weekend planting some flowers and just relaxing. What are you up to this weekend?

This week's round of Friday Favorites is a little different because of all the memorial day sales! Hope you like it just as much!

Friday Favorites:


FF Sales: 

Have a wonderful weekend and don't forget to follow along on Instagram - @thebluebijou
image via damsel in dior 

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Memorial Day



























































Memorial day is this coming Monday so I thought I'd round up some of the things I'll be wearing this weekend and some things that I want to be wearing! 

I will hopefully be wearing that embroidered and smocked Topshop dress, I ordered it last night so fingers crossed it comes in! Isn't it adorable? Very affordable too, ringing in at $72! I wish I was wearing that J.Crew bikini, but luckily I just purchased an equally (if not cuter) suit. And I also wish I was wearing blister free shoes. My feet are covered in blisters and all I want is a pair of sandals that don't blister my feet! One thing I will have this weekend though is a beach tote! When you live a block from the beach, a big and sturdy bag is a must have! 

S H O P 

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Florals All Year?




























































































Wear Now, Wear Later. An easy way to look at trendy pieces and decide whether or not they will be "wear once" pieces.

First up, this incredible Lover lace skirt. Wear now with a pastel silk blouse or a classic white and wear later (fall and winter) with a leather jacket, tights, and booties. I know I would be able to wear this skirt all year long.

Next is this adorable Tory Burch dress and it's a wear now only dress. Sorry, but it was just too precious to pass up!

Metallic sunflowers, yes please! This Topshop skort immediately caught my eye. I would wear this now with strappy sandals and a breezy tank and later (fall) with a chunky knit and booties.

Lastly and maybe my favorite floral piece is this dreamy Topshop tea dress. I love that the print is a little blurry and muted! Wear now with a thick sandal (maybe a Birkenstock if you're into the #normcore trend) and wear later with a leather jacket and booties, preferably Rag & Bone booties. Yep, this dress is definitely my favorite, oh and it rings in at $100!

Monday, May 19, 2014

Blueberry Cake Bars










































I love a dessert that doubles as a breakfast treat. Behold these yummy blueberry {breakfast} cake bars. Loaded with fresh blueberries this might be my new go-to blueberry recipe... it's that good. I used this wonderful recipe from Alexandra Cooks and it turned out so good! It's super easy to make and it doesn't get dry and crumbly after a day like many muffin or cake recipes I've tried. I made these last Friday night and even this morning they're still delicious and moist. Hope you enjoy! 

Also, what do you think about weekly recipe posts? I would love your feedback! And yes, same picture - one with text, the other without... which do you prefer?!

Friday, May 16, 2014

Peony Picking





















































Halfway done with May?! Oh gosh, time is flying! But that means we are getting closer to the brand new TBB! I've been working with Hanna for months and cannot wait to share the new TBB with all of you!

Happiest of Friday's to all of you!

Friday Favorites:


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