strawberry lemon bundt cake

I made this amazing strawberry, lemon, and yogurt bundt cake for my family for Easter (recipe here). This cake is perfect for a party because it looks beautiful and is so delicious. It was such a big hit, I can't wait to make it again. If you haven't made a bundt cake before, be sure to really butter and flour your pan before pouring the batter in. It makes a huge difference! I have ruined many a bundt cake by thinking I could get away with just buttering the pan.

april freezing showers

April showers bring May flowers, but what about freezing showers? I'm pretty sure those kill May flowers. Lately we have been experiencing sleet, hail, and yes, even a little snow around these parts, and I'm beyond tired of it. Where are the sunny spring temperatures? I miss being able to be outside! The forecast shows no end in sight, so for right now, I'll appease myself with shopping for some chilly-spring-appropriate garb.

{tory burch's rattan tote feels like summer's just around the corner}

{marmot destination jacket says it's waterproof- crucial}

{jonathan adler retro floral umbrella is bright and fun and on sale!}

festival style

Coachella is here! I have always wanted to attend the music festival, but haven't made it there as of yet. Of course, that hasn't stopped me from dreaming up what I would pack each year if I were to attend. Here are my top picks this season.

1. Free People Lace Swing Dress

2. Michael Addonizio Carved Wood Necklace

3. Forever 21 Denim Cutoffs

4. Staring at Stars Crochet Back Sweater

5. Target Coral Fringe Bikini Top

6. American Eagle Outfitters Chunky Heel Sandals

7. Free People Printed Wideband

life lately

It's finally feeling like spring around here, and I couldn't be more excited about it. We've got a three-day break which I'm filling with cooking and baking for the holiday and long relaxing walks in the sunshine. I hope you all are enjoying your weekend!

{springtime pearl + sparkle manicure}

{loving my new LC lauren conrad shades} 

{weirdly delicious sponge candy from my favorite chocolate shop}

in with the new

Happy first day of spring! The weather here in the Midwest is nowhere near feeling like spring (we've got snow in the weekend forecast), but that's not putting a damper on my enjoyment of all the pretty new warm-weather styles filling my favorite stores right now. I popped into Anthropologie today and was absolutely delighted by their new crop of springy styles. I love the store's fresh, fun atmosphere right now, and, as always, their penchant for lovely little details (the texture on the blue blouse below is so pretty in person). I wish my budget allowed for almost every perfect piece in the store to come home with me. Just go check it out, ok?

{eyelet azurite peasant blouse}

{smocked malee dress}