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Setting the Mood: God Bless…

By Kirsten|July 1st, 2013|Setting the Mood|

At times I may complain that ol’ US of A has gone down the sh…. I feel blessed to live in a country where what I say, do, wear, and think can’t really be censored… well, for the meantime, at least. I believe Congress is working on that. Sure there are Kardashians and fast food chains, but for the most part, the United States of America is what so many people dream of, work for, and aspire to be. Perhaps we should remember where we came from and attempt to become model citizens of the great states of America…again. Let’s make Abe and George proud. Bake that apple pie, put on your best red, white, and blue, and celebrate… we’re Americans, ya’ll.

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God bless.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Golden Girls

By Kirsten|June 10th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

On more than one occasion, read every time we’re discussing another traumatizing date or ex from hell over cocktails, my girlfriends and I revisit the idea of just going in on a townhouse and becoming the modern day Golden Girls… about thirty years early. Anyone who knows me well, knows that I fall asleep nearly every evening listening to the witty banter between Blanche, Rose, Dorothy and Sophia. I can’t wait to be a Golden Girl. And in that spirit, I’m not going to wait– and neither should you.

I’m not suggesting you run to the closest American Apparel and purchase every item in gold lamé. Not even close. I am, however, suggesting you bring out your inner golden glow by wearing it right where everyone can see it. Add some shimmer to your summer beauty routine with these shiny solutions.

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Thank you for being a friend.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: What a Treat

By Kirsten|June 3rd, 2013|Setting the Mood|

Ah, at long last, summer weather has arrived (it would seem we just skipped over spring). Wait, what? It’s raining today?

Well, in any case, it was (insert expletive) hot this past weekend, which had me fiending for something cold other than rosé… although I had some of that too. I couldn’t help literally treating myself to something sweet in the frozen form. And apparently I wasn’t alone seeing as the line for Big Gay Ice Cream in the East Village was all the way down the block on Sunday. I didn’t feel the least bit guilty indulging because I probably just sweat it off anyhow, right? If the ice cream man hasn’t cometh, I found this pretty amazing recipe for Sangria Rosé Popsicles from Wine Kitz Pickering that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth:

Ingredients:

2 cups rosé wine (choose one with flavours that complement the fruit you use in the rest of the recipe – ours was a blend of Pinot, Gamay, Merlot and Shiraz, with flavours of red berries and licorice, and aromas of sour cherry, watermelon and strawberry, so we opted for a raspberry-rhubarb pairing, with grapefruit to offset the sweetness)
1/2 grapefruit (or 1 lemon, if you’d prefer)
1 pint raspberries (reserve some to add to popsicles whole)
1/2 to 1 cup simple syrup
1 stalk rhubarb, chopped

Directions:

Chop rhubarb and make simple syrup: Wash and chop your stalk of rhubarb. In a pot over medium heat, bring 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of sugar to a boil – just to dissolve sugar. Once sugar is dissolved, add rhubarb and bring to a simmer. Cook until rhubarb is soft, then remove from heat.
Purée rhubarb simple syrup and raspberries, add grapefruit and wine: Pour your rhubarb simple syrup and 3/4 of the raspberries into your blender and purée. Then juice your grapefruit and add the juice, along with your rosé wine, to the blender and pulse to combine.
Pour into molds: Add a few whole raspberries to each mould, if possible, then pour in your wine-simple syrup mix. Freeze until solid, then enjoy!

Happy slurping.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Getaway From Me

By Kirsten|May 20th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

Memorial Day is fast approaching… so fast, in fact, that I didn’t even realize it was this weekend. Guess who doesn’t have plans (yet)? Who wants to pack me in his/her carry-on? Anyone?

Well, for the rest of you well-organized individuals it’s time to start packing up and shipping out. So, should you be heading to Malibu or Miami, your look needs to be beach chic, which basically amounts to looking polished without looking like you tried… not one bit.

Bop Basics Floppy Raffia Sunhat, Zimmerman Oasis Floral Print Cotton and Silk Playsuit, Ray-Ban New Youngster Sunglasses, Matiko Stacey Cork Wedge Sandals

Beach bound, baby!

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Party Like It’s 1920

By Kirsten|April 30th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

There’s a reason that the 1920’s seem to be cited as inspiration for so many parties, weddings, and celebrations. There’s also a reason I’ve already used this time period and novel turned movie as inspiration. (Spoiler alert: don’t click if you haven’t read the book. Seriously, you haven’t read the book?). The post World War I, prohibition era was a period of time where excess, glamour, and any good reason to kick up your heels ruled and no one made any apologies about it. Our generation seems to wax poetic of this time and from a fashion standpoint, I can see why. Finger waves, rising hemlines, and the transition from strict conservatism (hello, sportswear) all emerged along with advances in closures (hook and eyes, zippers, snaps) and fabric (rayon). With the release of The Great Gatsby next month, there’s sure to be an onslaught of 20’s themed summer soirees. So, start channeling your inner Daisy ahead of time.