The Wizarding World

I've been on some what of a bloggin' hiatus, but I'm glad to announce that I'm back! I'd like to pick up where I left off. In the beginning of October I went to Orlando to go to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Ever since it's opening, WWHP has been given mixed reviews. Some have found it enchanting, while others have found it to be a disappointment. But I finally had the opportunity to visit it, and get my own opinion. And I was thrilled! So much detail went into creating the park and I enjoyed it all, from the every flavor beans to the frothy butter beer. There's been talk that Universal is planning to expand the Wizarding World within a year and has even talked about doubling it in size in 3 years. I would recommend you go and check it out for yourself whether you're a fan or not. There's something for every age.

Mini Vacation

With Orlando, FL being only 3 hours away, it's one of the best mini vacation spots there are. We spent 4 fun days filled with food, roller-coasters, butterbeer, and more food. I enjoyed it all from our road trip and that surprisingly not-so-long lines! I came back with a cold but also some sweets from Honey Dukes from the WWOH. I can't wait to tell you all the fun things there are and some tips on not spending too much!

Mulberry for Less

Mulberry will be launching a Target line on October 10th that will run until December 24th. I'm half excited, half skeptical. The bags seem stylish but, I feel the need to look at them in person before I make my decision on whether I'm a fan. Either way, I'm intrigued to check the bags out. What do you think: hit or miss?

Buffalo Pizza

This past weekend my boyfriend and I went to one of my favorite pizza places, Fratelli La Bufala (which my bf and I call "buffalo pizza") it's on 4th and Washington in South Beach. It's Neapolitan pizza, that's baked in a stone oven and is ready in 5 minutes! It's so delicious and fresh, from the sauce to the mozzarella! My personal favorite is the Margherita, while my boyfriend prefers white pizza and likes the Salentina. Both are amazing and with a side of their house wine, it equals the perfect dinner date for us.

(photos taken by my boyfriend's iphone)

Beads

Two of my friends started a collection of affordable fashion beads a little more than a year ago. Their pieces range from everyday casual to night-out accessories. I wore a a few of my favorite today on set and girls would come up to me, to ask where I got them from. So I thought I'd share it with you guys as well. The line is called MaLi Beads (its the first two letters of each of their names) and after research they found that it was a country in Africa. It kicked off inspiration for not only their collections, but the start of a campaign "From MaLi to Mali." I love them and their jewelry and I hope you guys do as well!

Last Day of Summer

Today is the the last day of summer! I can already feel the breeze of fall in the mornings, and as the official start of fall comes upon us so does its fashion, food, and holidays. This summer, Miami hit some record breaking heat! Cool mornings and nights will be a nice change from the summer's heat. The summer was filled with trends that I loved and look forward to crossing them over into the fall.

Pastel Colors

Panama Hats

Sheer

Chunky Heels

Monday Nights

I can finally feel fall slowly creeping in! It's honestly my favorite time of year. It's a feeling like no other. But until fall finally arrives, I'll have to settle for the return of my favorite fall season shows, online window shopping (starting to get ideas for my Christmas wishlist), and some homemade treats. Tonight is the return of one of my favorite shows (or rather guilty pleasure), Gossip Girl. I love the clothes, the drama (for the most part), and the feel of New York City (for about 45 minutes). My friends and I decided this season we'd make every Monday night a girls night filled with wine, food, and gossip girl. For the season premiere I've decided to make dessert Crepes. I thought it would be the most fitting as seeing as two of the main characters are in France. Well I'm off to the store.

xoxo (in the spirt for tonight)