Rieker Anti-Stress Peggy Boots

Rieker Anti-Stress Peggy Boots

Hmm.. .I don’t know if I love the style of these.. But, they are super comfortable.  They were purchased while in London, and at a great price, so I kept them.  They make my legs look short if I wear them with a skirt, but if I wear pants it hides the cute straps. I needed them for the trip as I had a blister fiasco, and overall they have turned out to be a good throw on shoe for running around.  

Rieker Anti-Stress Aurica Boots

Rieker Anti-Stress Aurica Boots - Black

Another fantastic Rieker purchase!  These are a low heel boot, but super comfortable and adjustable enough to fit on my wider calves.  I was desperately looking for boots that would be extra comfortable for travel and extensive walking and Rieker shoes always fit the bill!  Yes, some of the styles are horrible, but these were basic, black leather boots, exactly what I wanted!  

Anthropologie Toggled Basel Sweater Coat by Fiets Voor 2

Anthropologie Toggled Basel Sweater Coat by Fiets Voor 2

I have a sweater coat addiction.  Each fall/winter Anthropologie has some kind of sweatercoat for sale, if not a few options.  After finding the Toggled Basel Sweatercoat on sale, I grabbed the navy one without hesitation.  I like it. It’s kind of weird that it’s one of those garments that has the faux cuff and hood that make it appear as if you’ve layered your clothes, but regardless, I still liked the sweater. The good – It’s flattering, although it has an A-line shape, and for some this may not be a good look, it decreases the focus on my bust, and falls to a good length. The only downfall, it seems to pill fairly easily. It runs a little large, but allows for tee or a sweater underneath.  

Frye Veronica Slouch Boots - Extended Calf

Frye Veronica Slouch Boots - Extended Calf in Brown

I have wide calves.  It sucks.  It sucks to never have owned a pair of knee high boots.  It sucks to see so many cute styles and just keep walking on by, not even bothering to give them a chance.  It sucked when I was in High School and everyone rocked knee high Doc Marten’s and I couldn’t wear them because the laces bulged.  It’s also mortifying to be persuaded by a sales person into trying on a boot in the middle of a Christian Dior store and the two of you are trying to cram you leg into a boot that you know won’t fit.  Yes, that’s me.  As embarrassing as it is to even write this, it’s me.   

Hunter Glossy Wedge Ankle Rain Boots

 

Hunter Glossy Wedge Ankle Rain Boots in Black

I love stores like Nordstrom Rack! Where else can you find a pair of Hunter boots for $49.97?  I tried these on and, wham, instant love.  I love that I can splash around and not worry about where I step on rainy Seattle days!  I can walk on wet grass, mud, well, wait, hopefully that was mud…. Anyways, I can rinse them off, or wash them, whatever.   And it’s a wedge boot that is also really comfortable!  I bought them in black and navy and keep one pair in my car, just in case!  These clean up well with a warm damp cloth and soapy water.  Fantastic!

$10 for $20 at Whole Foods!

Awesome deal! You can use the link below to buy this if you're interested! This deal is only available for the next 24 hours so get it now! I don't see a restriction in the fine print for which locations this is valid for, I assume any location, but be sure to read the deal and any restrictions before you purchase it.

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Recipe - Latin Chicken and Rice Casserole

Latin Chicken & Rice Casserole (Cuban style Arroz Con Pollo)

Review - Piroshky, Piroshky - Seattle, WA

Piroshky, Piroshky - Seattle, WA

What better way to return to my blog than to rave about one of my favorite indulgences in Seattle!  Piroshky, Piroshky in Pike Place Market... Not to be confused with other Piroshky spots scattered throughout the city.  I think this spot might be the best one!

Review - Toulouse Petit - Seattle, WA

Toulouse Petit

After doing a little shopping at Urban Craft Uprising my Mom, my friend and I decided to go to Toulouse Petit for lunch.  I just returned from a week long cruise to Alaska (which I will blog about soon) where the food was absolutely horrible, and I was craving something good, anything good.  A little spicy Cajun/Creole food on a sunny day in Seattle sounded great!

Review - Cascina Spinasse - Seattle, WA

Cascina Spinasse

Spinasse is a cute and intimate Italian restaurant on Capitol Hill.  The white lace curtains add to the charm, as do the mismatched chairs and bar stools.