It is printed dress season! With outdoor events in abundance such as graduation, a spring/summer tea, garden parties, and more, it is important to have one solid printed dress which can easily be worn to all of these events. Of course, if it is the same group of people, you may need multiple dresses. . .. but hopefully just one!
Timeless investment handbags and jewelry are still hotter than hot! Colorful nail polish is also hot. In addition, this is the time to start switching to summer fragrances with notes such as coconut, neroli, citrus, vanilla, and a base of musk. Love!
What are you loving as we move into the summer season?
As the weather warms up, it is nice to lighten up our pasta sauce, and make a summer pasta for dinner! Yum! I love this light and healthy pasta which I put together on a warm day for dinner.
This is a really easy recipe to make for dinner. So, without further ado, here is what you need to make this yummy pasta dish at home.
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 lb. pasta (pick your favorite shape!)
1 cup fresh basil
3 cloves diced or crushed garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 teaspoon paprika
Shredded or grated parmesan cheese (save for after cooking)
In a large pot, boil water for your pasta. In a small sauce pan, simmer butter or margarine, olive oil, garlic, and paprika until melted and blended together. Once melted and blended, set it aside.
Wash your cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Keep them cool and place them aside for after the pasta is done.
Once your pasta is cooked, drain it and put is back into the pot you cooked it in. Pour your sauce into the pot and stir until pasta is coated.
Serve your pasta on a dish and sprinkle basil leaves and cherry tomatoes on top of the pasta. Top with parmesan cheese.
Then, serve and enjoy! Yum!
I hope you love this summer pasta dish as much as my family does. It is light and yummy!
Summer 2024 is fast approaching, and the handbag trends are in full swing! Thankfully the trends all include the anonymous handbag, and timeless styles we can all wear forever. Love that!
This summer, continue to invest in beautifully crafted handbags, sans loud logos. There might be small logos on your bag, that’s OK, just steer clear of loud logos, or handbags which have a huge, central logo that screams who made the bag. I have a few favorite brands right now which are mid-priced and have a large selection of logo-free, or quiet logo, styles. Look for these brands such as Coach, Mansur Gavriel, Toteme, and Mulberry. I love their quality, craftsmanship and timeless styles. I plan on trying out Songmont once I decide which style to try first, and the color! I have heard great things about the company, which is a hot brand from China known for high quality materials and craftsmanship as well as eco-friendly manufacturing.
So, without further ado, here are the hottest summer 2024 handbag trends to shop your closet for, and purchase.
Top Handle Bags: The top handle bag is a classic style which you may already own. Look for single top handle bags, such as the Lady Bag, as well as double top handle totes. Micro-mini styles are not trending anymore, so look for larger mini’s, small and medium sizes. Go for a bag which fits what you need to carry. You won’t want to be stuck with a small bag you never wear because it doesn’t fit what you need on a daily basis. It will just collect dust.
North/South Tote: This tote bag is sometimes labelled as a large hobo. So, when shopping online, look for handbags labelled as large hobo bags or north/south tote bags. You may already have one in your closet, if not, look for a soft and slouchy north/south tote in a neutral or black hue to use now. This is also a classic style, so a neutral or black bag will be a good investment for your wardrobe.
East/West Satchel: This style is slightly trendy, so if you want to have fun with color, do it! Otherwise, a neutral or black east/west satchel will carry you through a few seasons. This style does swing in and out of fashion, so a neutral or black version can be stored when the trend subsides, and then pulled back out when it swings back in.
Moon Shaped Bags: The moon shaped bags designers and brands are giving us right now seem to be convertible. Look for a convertible style with a strap which changes the shape from a closed donut to a shoulder bag or cross body half moon. A convertible style will give the bag more longevity in your closet once the mini donut look is over. Songmont has a style on my wish list, and coach has a small one which is affordable. Of course, the Valentino style is the fabulous, designer version.
Hobo Bags: This classic style is gaining momentum everyday. It has been on the radar for a couple of years now, and as people invest in hobo bags, we are seeing them on the streets more and more. If you don’t have at least one hobo, grab one! They can be slouchy or structured. I suggest starting with a black one, and if you love carrying the style, add more colors to your collection. This style swings in and out of fashion, so it is a good investment.
Box Totes: The box tote is taking on new designs and life as designers and brands create their own box shaped tote bags. You will find small styles, as well as larger designs. Go with the size which works for your lifestyle.
Suede: Normally found in fall collections, suede started gaining popularity in the spring season and is exploding this summer. I have a hard time with suede handbags because if you spill something on them, or you get caught in the rain, it’s game over for the bag. If you love the look and feel of a suede bag, you do you. If you are practical like me, this is a fabric type to steer clear of. Of course, it is quite tempting! Ugh.
Color Trends: Summer handbags are being shown in obvious hues such as cobalt, bright green, yellow, and red; but they are also being shown in unexpected colors such as pastels, burgundy, and olive green. Look for a color which blends in with your overall wardrobe and you know you will get a lot of use out of. There is no need to look for an “IT” color, any color goes. If you are looking for something which carries you into the fall season, look for bags in olive green or burgundy (wine, maroon, darker reds).
Well, there you have it. The summer 2024 handbag trends to look for inside your closet, and to shop for in order to enhance your handbag collection. Which style is your favorite?
Thanks for stopping by!
XOXO Cathy
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