Friday Flashbacks

"Living HE loved me, Dying HE saved me"

Wishing you all an amazing Easter Weekend!

1. @ashleybrookedesigns 2. @9to5chic 3. @lemonandlavender

4. @kellywearstler 5. @thedecorista 6. @emmaroberts6

7. @meg514 8. @rachelzoe 9. @taylorsterling

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If The Music Is Good, You *Dance* {Dchic Top 5 Downloads}

This weeks top downloads come from the SXSW Festival held earlier this month in Austin, Texas.
A little bit more chill tunes then last week, but all songs that have completely complimented my wish-washy moods this week of feeling at peace to "ain't nobody got time for that" spunky!

Enjoy!

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Little Friday Blog Party {Link-Up with Mason...Like the Jar}

After two canceled trips to NYC due to the white fluffy stuff, I am beyond excited to pack my bags and head off to the city for an Easter weekend of fun with friends and family!
I will at some point {between the travel chaos}  pop in on Friday to share this weeks Top 5 Downloads and my Friday Flashbacks of the week via instagram.
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While I'm off galavanting I thought, who should I have stop in to party with y'all??
 To be quite honest, it was a total no-brainer! 
My darling Mason of course...the girl is just down right hilarious and full of life!
I can't think of anyone else more fitted to take over the #Dchic Blog and rock the party all weekend long!  
Thanks right...this party starts NOW and we aren't stopping till the weekend is a wrap and bevy's are all tapped out! (aka Sunday at midnight) ; )
So link-up, follow, and leave a comment below! 
We would love to hear your weekend plans and while your at it, why not dish your advice on hosting the perfect soiree?
A few months back I shared my hostess tips over on the Society Social Magalog.
Stop by and check it out!
{Issue 1 page 63}

"time to drink champagne and dance on the table"

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For The Love Of Cooking

This week’s recipe has my name along with the warm spring and summer seasons written ALL over it!!
How could anyone turn down this colorfulness?! I can see my girlfriends and I now, sitting outdoors basking in the sun enjoying girl-talk and this vibrant tasty.

"Fork and Knife" Avocado Sandwich by Chef Gabrielle Hamilton

via

House Beautiful

recipe 

I Spy {Cuff Chicness Part II...}

Last week's I Spy (see it here) was all about an old fave making a serious comeback!

"The Cuff"

Now, as I said last week, my brother and I had our cuffs, tight-rolls and all down to a science.

The 2013 version takes on more of an effortless look however, let's be real here, we KNOW these cuffs had some attention to their detail.
This week I decided to make sure the fellas out there know they were not forgotten.

I personally think this is on sexy chic look for men and beg you all to go for it!! 

All images can be found on the 

Delightfully Chic Pinterest Board {Dapper Chic}

Quote Of The Week

Just bear with me y'all because I am feeling extra spunky today.

But, I can't lie...

It's when I take my "spunk" up a notch that I swear I could conquer the world.

So I say, bring on the SPUNKINESS!

Why don't we grab this week by the horns (I'm keeping it PG here) and kick some boo-TAY?!

Friday Flashback

Wishing you all the most amazing weekend.

We are all so busy with our everyday lives but, let's not forget to stop for even just a moment this weekend and take in all the beautiful life coming into bloom. 

Happy Spring

1. @juliahengel 2. @merrittbeck 3. @popsugarfashion

4. @whowhatwear 5. @beachbunnyswimwear 6. @layleboutique

7. @rebeccaminkoff 8. @chrisellelim 9. @juicycouture

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If The Music Is Good, You *Dance* {Dchic Top 5 Downloads + 5}

In case you missed my post from earlier today- just scroll down to see how excited this girl is for warmer days ahead and all the beautiful things the spring season brings!

Keeping my excitement in mind along with my obsession of rolling all the windows down in the car and turning up the radio as loud as one can stand; I have decided to skip sharing new tunes I've discovered this week to instead give you a round-up of songs that will surely have you bustin' a groove! 

I mean HELLO it's the weekend- the FIRST weekend of Spring 2013-should you really be doing anything other than dancing and singing to the top of your lungs?!

I didn't think so...

Go ahead- get your groove on!

Then check out a bonus playlist below that comes from a VERY special person to me- for this guest appearance, said person would like to be referred to as "Ghost Writer" that's right, Writer -not Rider.  Ya never can be too careful of the paparazzi can ya "Ghost Writer" ;)

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#Dchic Spring Fling Sale

Happy Friday!!

I am pretty excited to finally welcome spring {pay no attention to the frigid temps} which got me to thinking... Let’s kick the season off with a SALE!!

Starting Today through March 27-

Shop the Delightfully Chic *ETSY* Print Collection at

15% OFF!

Simply enter the coupon code “SRPINGFLING13” at checkout to receive your discount.

Please Note:

**The sale ONLY applies to the #Dchic etsy shop- offer will not be valid on the

 Delightfully Chic Online Boutique **

Little Friday Blog Party {Link-Up with Jessica of The Salty Girl's Guide}

It's "Little Friday" and we all know what that means.
Time to pop a top and slip on your party shoes!

This week I welcome the ever fashionable and spunky Jessica Gray Pickett, a dear college girlfriend, Owner of The Slough Boutique, and Voice behind The Salty Girl's Guide. 

Jessica just launched her new stylish blog back in February so do make sure to head-over, show some love and follow.

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For The Love Of Cooking

Hallelujah Spring has arrived!!!

I couldn't be more tickled to see all the buds on the trees and little signs of life popping up all-around!

For me, the spring season means new beginnings and coincidentally, that is exactly where I am in life; Starting a new chapter.  Well to be honest, I'm starting a whole new book!!!

Don't forget my challenge to you this week.  Have you been doing some serious soul searching?

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Last week I was online shopping over at Williams-Sonoma when I came across this saucy eye-candy.

  

Chorizo and Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos

I can't wait to con my neighbors turned closed friends into giving these a go!

They love spicy foods and Christy's hubby Mike is a total grill master!

I will be more than willing to help with the coring of the peppers. 

If and only if I get to use the super cool pepper corer!

See the complete recipe here!

I Spy {Cuff Chicness}

This week's I Spy is a look that completely takes me back to my "younger days".

Who out there remembers the "tight rolled" jean look of the 80's?

For those who don't...

BAM!

I swear my brother and I had this look down to a science with our Eastlands!!

Never in a million years did I think I would find myself perfecting my "cuffs" yet again in life and here I am...rocking with pride!

Now, we aren't quite back to the full blown tight roll {don't think for a second I won't attempt} but, whether it be a pair of skinny jeans paired with ankle boots or pumps or even your favorite loose fitting boyfriend denims with flats or sandals-this is a look I warmly welcome!

 

 

 

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Quote Of The Week

Sometimes you have to lose who you were

to find who you are...

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Monday already?!

I hope you had the most amazing weekend!

My challenge to you and myself is to take this week to reflect on your life and the path you are walking.  If you aren't where you want to be, then what do you need to do to get where you want to be? What changes do you need or want to make in your life?

Remember...It's NEVER too late to change the path you are on!

xoxo,

Friday Favorites

Black and White is one duo making it’s mark this Spring 2013.  I am a HUGE fan of the contrast colors and an even bigger fan of black and white stripes!  Here are a few snapshots of the trend that caught my eye this week on instagram.

1. @chriselleim 2. @citysage 3. @st_eve_jewelry

4. @9to5chic 5. @nwstreetstyle 6. @live_laugh_love_004

7. @faddishfashion 8. @vietafashion 9. @jaspaloffical

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If The Music Is Good, You *Dance* {Dchic Top 5 Downloads}

Happy Friday!!

This week’s Top 5 Downloads are random yet again!

The first three songs are all newbie’s.

The last two...not so much.

White Blank Page off the 2009 Mumford and Sons album, I actually heard for the first time last week while shopping in Urban Outfitters and immediately had to Shazam. The very beginning of the song really reminds me of Kings of Leon. The last song is nothing more than one AWESOME Friday Flashback. MC Stereo- Connected takes me back to days of “shuffle” skating at Roll-a-Bout in Burlington, NC.

Wishing you an amazing weekend, and don’t forget to wear your *Green*

I am off to Charlotte tomorrow morning to celebrate with the St. Paddy’s Day Pub Crawl and parade.  Later tomorrow night, a Bachelorette party for one my dearest girlfriends!!

 

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For The Love Of Cooking

Summer will be here before we know it!

 Of course that means bikini time...
So for the past few weeks I've been really trying to eat clean and get my fitness on.

Then I spied this little breakfast treat and figured, maybe I will just skip the bikini, go for a one-piece??

#YoLo

Ricotta Stuffed French Toast and Caramelized Bananas

recipe