Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

Happy Monday!

Wowzers, what a busy weekend!

We left Friday for Charlotte to spend QT with our dear

friends Brooke and Isaac who are completely renovating their new home before their

first bundle of joy arrives in September.  Here are a few pics I snapped of our men at work!

The tool-belts were totally "too hot for the hot tub" 

Their main project this weekend was to raise a floor and a doorway!

 I was so impressed by these two! 

 

I will be sharing more from our weekend this week as there were

two amazing restaurants we went to that I must tell you all about!

Delicious!  

And, how about that derby?!  Ok, so my horse carpe deim didn't win

but, always a blast to watch and swoon over the glam! There was absolutely nothing glamorous

about our attire as the four of us were stretched out in comfy clothes resting before dinner.  

We also, ordered the big fight between Mayweather and Pacquiao.  

Um, I slept through every round except for the brief minute I woke up during round 5! 

Again, my pick Pacquiao, didn't fare so well! 

Good thing I'm not a betting woman!

Ok, so on to the quote!

Last week as I was scrolling Pinterest I saw this and had a 

total moment so I decided this should be our quote to 

inspire us this week!

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