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by Koko on May 17, 2012 · 0 comments

1. Tibi / 2. Sequence / 3. Matthew Williamson / 4. Monrow / 5. Yosi Samra / 6. Yosi Samra / 7. Kain / 8. Nixon / 9. Rebecca Minkoff / 10. Paige

It’s no secret, I LOVE neon. This is one trend that I cannot stop wearing. I like to pair one statement neon piece (shirt/cardigan/shorts) with a bunch of neutrals so that it truly pops. I love all shades of neon! Give me the yellow, orange, blue, pink, you name it, I’ll wear it. This is such a fun trend that I have really enjoyed wearing. Some of my favorite ways to rock it are:

As shorts:

Cardigan: J. Crew (similar)
Shorts: J. Crew
Tank: Splendid (similar)
Necklace: Leif
Sandals: Havaianas

As a cardigan:

Cardigan: J. Crew
Dress: J. Crew (similar)
Necklace: J. Crew (similar)

As sandals:

Blazer: Jessica Simpson Collection (old)
Tank: Splendid (similar)
Pants: Rachel by Rachel Roy (on sale!)
Shoes: Jessica Simpson Collection
Necklace: Leif

As heels:

Dress: J. Crew Jules Dress (same style, different print here)
Necklace: Jessica Simpson Collection (old)
Earrings: Jennifer Porter (old)
Bangles: CC Skye and J. Crew
Clutch: Jessica Simpson Collection (old)
Shoes: Jessica Simpson Collection Carrack (so comfortable!)

Do you like the new neon trend? What are your favorite ways to wear it?

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What I Ate Wednesday 45

by Koko on May 16, 2012 · 0 comments

in What I Ate Wednesday

What a week! I headed up to Fairbanks for Q’s Ball, we had a dinner party for friends, planted an herb garden and before I knew it I was back in LA. I had the best trip. Every time I head up there it reaffirms my decision to move. And yes, I know it’s gorgeous and sunny and will only be like this for a few more months, but I really love it and I love getting to see Q every single day.

And now… food for the day!

Breakfast – 9:00AM

Oats with fresh peaches from the Farmers’ Market and a mango juice.Lunch – 12:30PM

Farmers’ Market salad by Gaby - LOVE all the fresh fruit and veggies in this baby.Snack – 2:00PM

White beans and basil dip with pita chipsDinner – 7:00PM

My mom and I ate out at Luigi Osteria, a new Italian restaurant on 3rd Street and Crescent Heights. The food was delicious and very authentic Ialian! We started with an artichoke salad and then I had penne bolognese. YUM.

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Mexican Chicken Bowls

by Koko on May 15, 2012 · 2 comments

in Chicken, Cooking, Recipe

Q and I wanted something simple for dinner Sunday night. Since we had three grilled chicken breasts in the fridge ready to go, I suggested making something Mexican themed (usual my go to when it comes to making easy dinners). We settled on these chicken bowls which are basically all the ingredients for tacos layered into a bowl and eaten with tortilla chips.

Not only were these bowls delicious and filling, but also we had all of the ingredients on hand. I recently bought Q a Zojirushi Rice Cooker (one of my kitchen staples), so quickly cooking up some white rice was easy. We squeezed lime over the rice for a twist and I would have added some cilantro in there also, but Q is one of those weirdos who doesn’t like it! Overall, this meal couldn’t have been easier to put together and was thoroughly enjoyed by both of us.

Mexican Chicken Bowls

Serves 2

What we used:

1 1/2 cups cooked white rice
1/2 lime
1 grilled chicken breast, diced (sprinkled with Chili Lime seasoning)
1 can black beans, drained and heated
Salsa
Mexican cheese
Guacamole (or sliced avocado)

How we made them:

We spooned 3/4 cup of white rice into two bowls and squeezed fresh lime over the top of each. On top of the rice, we layered chicken, beans, salsa, cheese and guacamole/avocado. Served with tortilla chips on the side for dipping.

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