Fall

I know it's been a while, but I'm back. Have you all noticed all of the Fall online sales for the weekend? My email is full of 'starred' items of sales, that I can't wait to purchase over the weekend. What better way to spend the first cool fall weekend of November.....a cup of coffee (Peet's please), college football, and shopping the online sales for new warm weather goodies! Here are some of my favorites that I just may or may not have purchased:

The Limited

Cabled Fly Away Cardigan

Button Bateau Sweater

J. Crew

Cambridge Cable Zip Crewneck Sweater

Maritime-stripe Blazer

Icon Trench

Martina Tortoise Wedges (Love these!)

All of the above little wonders are all on sale! Can't beat that! Y'all have a great time shopping this weekend!

Sunday Funday!

Happy Sunday, ya'll! I hope you all have a great and relaxing lazy hazy summer day! Enjoy beaching it, having a summer picnic, or sipping a delicious cocktail- all sounds like the perfect day to me! What are you up to?

The Skinny

The Skinny by thepreppycupcake featuring high waisted pants

Skinny pants are fashion magic. They can be dressed up or down- trousers or jeans, leggings or cropped. Depending on your work environment, they can be dressy or more 'biz cas'..... which is what I love at the office. Here is the skinny minnie on how to work 'The Skinny.'

1) Bold: Skinny pants in a bold color- think coral, 'Nantucket red,' or kelly green, with a neutral flowy top adds drama and ease to an otherwise blah Tuesday at the office. Pair them with a neutral pump, and some some killer earrings and you are all set.

2) Black: Everyone needs a pair of black Skinnies..... Either cropped, zippered, or tailored, you can't go wrong with a pair of basic black skinny pants. Adding a plain tee, and some cute and tailored flats, make this look a polished classic. Add a silk scarf around your shoulders, and this look is perfect for a client meeting on Friday right before escaping the heat on a summer Friday on the Jitney.

3) Neutral: Who doesn't love a neutral skinny pant. However, the 'skinny' is not just your average khaki, so please don't confuse the two. Add a classic black patent pump, over-sized gold watch, a little black tank, and a lightweight lace cardi for the cool office AC, and you are good to go.

Fall Into Autumn....Changing Seasons, Not Breaking The Bank

Fall is all about 'new'. Even though it's not a new year, per-se, it always seems to have a new feel to the season..... Back to school, new crisp cool air, and with all of the 'newness', you don't have to break the bank and still look great- classy and sexy and sophisticated. You can do this all under $100, for the most en-trend looks for the season, while mixing and matching with your transitional summer wardrobe staples.

1) Skinny Jeans: A fashion no-brainer. If you don't already have a pair, run don't walk and purchase. These Zara skinny jeans are perfect for chilly fall nights, but still chic and sassy for autumn days at work or on the weekend at cheering on your favorite college football team (Go Cardinal!).

2) High-Heel Loafers: I am LOVING this new look! Perfect for a casual outfit, or dressy for a work meeting. I can't wait to buy these in any and all colors available. Perfect with the skinny jeans, or a jersey dress.... the platform-ish look makes them not look too stuffy and Connecticut prep circa 1983.

3) Wrap Watch: This wrap watch is perfect from the very trendy large gold watch look right now. The wrap watch makes a statement with the burgundy band, but is not so ordinary. Classic and simple and different. What's not to love?!

4) Orange Scarf: Who doesn't love a 'pop' of color? And what more perfect color for Fall than orange. The orange scarf or snood is perfect to cozy up with while wearing your favorite white tee.

5) Cape: What more of an update than the classic cape coat. A great alternate to a barn or trench coat, this cape coat adds extra 'umph' to jeans, trousers, riding pants, even the ever amazing legging.

Okay, girls, go out and get ready for Fall! Even though it's a balmy 90 degrees in the dog days of summer, it's never to early to day dream about the 'new' autumn season looking cozy, classy, and positively fab for Fall!

Fall Into Autumn....Changing Seasons, Not Breaking The Bank by ThePreppyCupcake featuring high heel shoes

Summer In The City- Beach

Summer heat is upon us (well it is July!), and what better way to escape the heat fron Manhattan, but to head to the beach. Cool breezes, warm water, sun on my face (covered with SPF 60 of course!), and end the day with a Ralph's Ice. These are no joke, y'all!

Feeling some summer beach inspiration, I decided to put together my dream fashion NYC beach outfit that is perfect for a NYCer escaping for some R&R at the beach (even if it's not the Hamptons!)

Summer In The City- Beach by ThePreppyCupcake featuring red straw hats

Healthy Cheesy Zucchini Bake

It's summertime and who doesn't love a good and fresh summer squash. One of my favorites that is always in season, is zucchini. One of my favorite ways to bake it is a quick and easy way to add it to any meal- chicken, steak, even fish.

Healthy Cheesy Zucchini Bake
2-3 small zucchini (I generally gage one zucchini per person)
Shredded cheddar cheese (or pre-packaged shredded cheese - any mix)
Non-stick spray for baking pan
Bread Crumbs, or panko bread crumbs
Garlic seasoning
Onion seasoning
Black Pepper

Spray small baking dish with non-stick spray (Pam). Slice zucchini into small round pieces- making sure they are even. Cook zucchini in the microwave- about 2 minutes or so, to help get the cooking started. Then once the zucchini is warmed, sprinkle the zucchini over the baking dish, spreading it to cover the dish. Season zucchini to taste- I like a lot of garlic! Take a handful or so, (1/2 cup) of bread crumbs and sprinkle over the cooked zucchini. Next, sprinkle over the shredded cheese over the breadcrumbs. Bake in the oven at 400 degrees for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Delish!

Nordstrom- Fall Is In the Air

Eventhough it is still hot as blazes outside in the lovely sunshine (I love summer!), I can't help but get excited for new Fall clothes!

Who doesn't love Back-To-School shopping for adults!? We can still get in on the fun too- new shiny pair of knee-high boots, a warm cozy sweater, and a new bag to pull the fall outfits together? I am also loving the poncho/cape looks that are back again this Fall!

Check out some styles from Nordstrom, that you can look chic wearing crunching through the red and yellow Fall leaves!

Nordstrom- Fall Is In the Air by ThePreppyCupcake featuring leather handbags

Independence Day

Happy Independence Day! I love to celebrate America's Birthday! We are so lucky to live in such an amazing country, with so much freedom that does not come free. Thanks to all of the service men and women, past and present, who make America what it is today.

Cue soundtrack! Hope everyone enjoys the fun festivities, BBQ's, and fireworks!

If you're putting together a fun last minute outfit to celebrate the red, white, and blue, here are some faves:

Independence Day by ThePreppyCupcake featuring orange shorts

Fourth of July by ThePreppyCupcake featuring a ruffle skirt