My April Wish List

You know how there are those items that you want and then those that you need...

 

Well... I NEED every single one of these and I don't believe for a second any of these are a "want"!

That's my story and I'm sticking to it!

 

 

 

 

 

April Wish List

 

First up - this Malibu Skye Straw Bucket Bag is giving me life and um...yeah it's $68

Kendra Scott just launched her candle collection and I have yet to smell however, it's KS and we know we are all going to immediately love every scent!

American Eagle is a store that I haven't shopped in like YEARS, but I have to give it to them! Lately I am finding super adorable clothes at AE and recently some crazy amazing sandals at awesome prices. I've never been a huge fan of pink, but lately I seem to be gravitating to the softer tones like these perfect for spring and summer sandals.  

 

Let's be real...Fixer Upper might have come to an end, but Jo Jo is here to stay.  I am so excited to get my hands on her new cookbook!  

Ok! Let's talk the Opal House Collection!! It screams Anthropologie, but is crazy affordable and I need pretty much the whole collection! HA! I will most likely do a completely separate post on OH to show yall all the amazing items, but let's start with two items that I would love to add in our downstairs bathroom! The teal blue soap dispenser - this color is everything! The palm leaf canvas prints are pretty much what I'm counting on to pull this space together! 

They are sold as a set for only $74!! 

Last, if you have followed me for any length of time you know that I developed melasama during pregnancy.  This pretty much meant that my carefree days of soaking up sun rays were over.  I've always used spf on my face, but now I also toss on a hat! This Madewell straw hat is just what I need for our beach trips this year! 

So I have to know...Have you shopped the Opal House Collection?

What did you purchase? What did you love?

 

 

On Vacation {See Y'all Monday}

Ladies and Gents this lil' lady is officially in

vacation mode. To be completely honest I didn't have time

to pull today's post together so I decided to leave y'all with a few

of my favorite images of this fun and festive holiday weekend from 

everyone's favorite, Pinterest .

We can always use a little inspiration, right?!

 

 

See you all back here on Monday for a full weekend wrap up and 

quote of the week!

Have a safe and Happy 4th of July weekend!

 

Fashion Fix Friday {Millinery Perfection}

Hey Hey and Happy May Day!!

Guess what?!  THE KENTUCKY DERBY is TOMORROW!!

Who's ready?! This girl right here is beyond ready to see all of the glamorous

ladies in millinery perfection and the pretty horses too of course!

Today let's take a look back at past looks at the Derby as well as few 

ridiculously perfect looks. 

Now darlin, grab your Mint Julep and let's cheers 

to the races!

Derby Day {Dress to Impress}

We are just two days away from the big race and whether you will be watching trackside at 
Church Hill Downs, at your favorite watering hole, or curled up in the comfort of your sofa, 
a girl and her fella must still look their derby best!  Here are few accessories for you 
and your beau that will surely  have you feeling lucky and ready to place your bets.

 

  Shop the look

Flask   Silver Cup 

Cuff Links  Derby Hat

Bow Tie  Pearls

De Marly Pegasus Cologne  Nars Lipstick  

 

Have you chosen your pick for the winner yet?!

At the moment “Carpe Diem” sounds like a winner to me!

It's a Derby Takeover {Mint Julep Mixology}

Starting today Delightfully Chic is going FULL ON Derby Mode!! Now to get a few things straight!  Do I follow horse racing throughout the year? Um, No!  Do I know anything about these horses or the Jockeys that ride them?  Not a clue!  Do I love, crazy ridiculous oversized hats, seersucker suits, and all things fabulous?!  ABSOLUTELY!  Will I sip a perfectly mixed Mint Julep out of a darling silver cup?  Bottoms Up!

This year I was determined to host a fabulous Derby party with my nearest and dearest friends, but, I made the “responsible” decision (ugh how boring) to continue to focus my time and energy towards decorating our home and put the soiree on hold until till next year when we are more settled. 

So, today Dchic is starting the Kentucky Derby Takeover with nothing other than the mixology behind the stylish and forever classic Mint Julep!

 What You Will Need

 2 ½  ounces Kentucky Bourbon

25–30 mint leaves

1 Ounce Simple Syrup

Ice Cubes and Crushed Ice

Mint Simple Syrup

    1/2 cup sugar

    1/2 cup water

    1 large cluster of mint leaves

Step 1

Combine the water and sugar together on your stovetop and bring to a boil. Continuously, stir until the sugar has completely dissolved. Place the cluster of mint leaves in a heatproof container and pour the syrup over the leaves. Place the jar in the fridge and let the leaves steep for at least one hour or more. Strain the leaves from the liquid and set the syrup aside.

Step2

Grab your shaker and place 25–30 mint leaves inside.  Next, pour in 2.5 ounces of bourbon and ounce of your simple syrup. Top with a few ice cubes and stir. Fill your silver cups (don’t forget to chill first) with ice about halfway. Strain the liquid from the cocktail shaker into the cup. Pack crushed iced on top of the liquid to fill the glass. Garnish the drink with a sprig of mint leaves and a fun paper straw.

Tada!  

Now, cheers your friends and place your bets!  

Recipe adapted by Camille Styles and  New South Food Co

Quote of the Week

This week brings another reason to celebrate...

Wednesday, I turn 33 years "young" and I must say, the number sounds kinda old but, I'm not scared! 

Bring it on 33!!  It's going to be awesome!!

 

Happy Halloween

 

Quote Of The Week

“Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.”

f. scott fitzgerald

Etsy Shop Of The Day...

Prepare yourself to ooh and ahh and have your heart totally melt over the most
precious crocheted hats for newborns and toddlers.
Parents no worries, Cherished Times Boutique designs hats for you too but,
no way we are going to look as presh as these lil’ ones…then again I’m thinking it might just be worth a shot.
It’s times like these that I wish I had a little one of my own to dress up and swoon over but, since I don’t I’m relying on ALL my girlfriends who have some of the cutest kiddos around!

See more of this insanely adorable shop here...

The Duchess

Insanely beautiful Kate Middleton aka The Duchess of Cambridge shinned in another gorgeous fascinator and donned stunning attire last weekend at the Epsom Derby.

I just can't get enough of Kate's classiness and radiating beauty!! 

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I Spy...

The fun, flirty, chic, and hip...

Fedora

I have featured this fedora before here but, it's just too HOT not to show again!

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So Necessary...

The ever so chic floppy hat is a TOTAL must right now...

I can't think of a better way to relax in the sun while looking extra fab!

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