This TGIF came a whole lot faster – can I get an Amen for
short work weeks?!!!
Memorial Day weekend was a blast! Mr and I were together as we visited Beaufort
and my sweet gal pal’s shop
Beaufort Linen Co. (they’re both a favorite!),
followed by two days on Wrightsville Beach with 2 of my gal pals from
college. It was straight up good company
and lots of laughs – Can we rewind?!
This weekend is going to be equally as fun. I’ve got Mr here in the QC and plans with our
friends. Oh and it’s the last weekend before I run a half marathon with two of
my gals – Not sure if I’ve shared with you how hard we’ve been training over
the past couple of months, let’s just say we’ve sweat a lot!!!
One of the best parts about weekends are the date
nights. Mr and I have been long distance
for 8 ½ of the 10 years we’ve been together so it hasn’t been easy to make them
happen (especially during his most recent deployment in the Middle East) but it
makes them all the more special when we do get to escape the world and just be with each other.
Almost all of our date nights involve dressing up. We both Love it!! It makes me feel special
and it’s just too sad to leave those fancier pieces abandoned in your closet.
Don’t get me wrong I love a good pizza and movie night in
with lots of popcorn snuggled on the couch, but something about stepping out on
the town all gussied up creates more sparks!
We have a date night planned for Saturday night, and after my
11 mile run that morning I’ve decided I’m treating myself with bubbles and definitely
dessert!!!
So for my Friday 5 this week, it’s all about the date night …
The Dress
First you need a pretty dress, one that makes you feel
hot. If you feel it you look it! I’m
obsessed with this dark teal dress. The
spaghetti straps show just enough skin, and the luster and drape of the fabric
make it elegant. And having snazzy dresses on hand is important not just for
date nights but for weddings, fundraisers, and various other soirees or special occasions throughout
the year. It should be classy and skim
the body so that you can enjoy your meal and spirits and perhaps even a little
dancing without being constrained.
The Heels
You also need a pair of heels. No work pumps – you strut in those all week.
I’m talking a fun pair of strappy heels.
Do not wear something that rubs, pinches or hurts in any way – that just
makes for a unpleasant evening. I scored
this studded pair at the
Nordstom Half Yearly Sale this week – you must shop
this sale! It’s one of my favorites for bringing home fabulous pieces. Note: I will be wearing them Saturday night.
Jewelry
Make your accessories a statement. Shine and sparkle are the way to go, but
focus on one piece – too much and you look gaudy! For my baubles, I’ll either opt for chandelier
earrings or a bold bracelet and I always wear a big cocktail ring! It’s a bit ridiculous
on my micro mini hands but they go perfectly with a tall glass of champagne!
The Bag
Go small with a clutch or baguette. This shoulder/cross-body bag has been on my
wish list for a couple of years – I’m keeping the faith it will happen sooner
rather than later J
Perfume
It’s sooo important! I’ve
been wearing this classic scent since high school – I refuse to do the math on
how many years that it. I prefer
stronger scents so definitely the Eau de Parfum. I can’t speak for all men but I know Mr loves
my perfume.
