Vizio Optic Fall Lookbook

You might remember about a month back when I previewed a project I was working on with Vizio Optic, a local designer sun and eyeglasses boutique located in Brookline. Well I'm happy to announce that the final lookbook is here! I, along with four other Boston bloggers, got to play dress up with beautiful frames. It was hard choosing just three to shoot! We had so much fun working with Galina, Kristen and Stephanie. And as my luck would have it, I ended up needing prescription glasses so naturally I went with a great pair from Vizio. Can't wait to debut them on the blog soon!

LFD Turns 2!

Plaid shirt: J.Crew; Skirt: J.Crew Factory; Heels: Diane von Furstenberg; Bag: Vintage Chanel; Rings: Stella & Dot; Lipstick: NARS Volga

L's Fashion Dish is TWO today! I can't believe two years have come and gone already. I've had so much fun writing this blog and awkwardly posing for pics on busy city streets. Thank you for checking in every now and then and I hope you continue to follow along. If there is anything you'd like to see more of, please leave a comment below!

xoxo,

L

Sweater Weather

Sweater Coat: BB Dakota c/o Crush Boutique gift card; T-shirt: VS; Jeans: James via RueLaLa; Boots: Tory Burch; Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim; Hat: H&M

This time of year brings out the indecisive side of my personality. The "I really don't want summer to end" part of me battles daily with the "I'm dying to wear this new sweater today" part. Well on this particular occasion, the latter won. It was just chilly enough on the waterfront that I didn't look too ridiculous in my getup. Do you have a fall item you can't wait to wear? If so, what is it? By the way: you can thank the song "Sweater Weather" by The Neighbourhood for the oh-so-fitting title of today's blog post. So good!

Thanks Jordan for the pics!

xoxo,

L

Feline Meow

T-shirt: Brian Litchenberg; Pants: Piperlime; Blazer: Zara; Clutch: Alexander Wang; Necklace: BaubleBar; Heels: Zara (old); Rings: Stella & Dot, BaubleBar; Lips: Nars Volga

If you follow me on Instagram, you already know that I have a slightly unhealthy obsession with my cat. A crazy cat lady, you could say. Luckily I only have one cat so it's a little more socially acceptable (at least in my own head). Anyway, when I spotted this tee, I knew I HAD to have it. I paired it with THE most comfortable pants I've ever owned along with a blazer and heels to dress it up. Side note: I'm in love with the idea of jazzed-up sweatpants/slouchy pants. Best. Trend. Ever.

Thank you Jordan for the pics!

xoxo,

L

BostInno Fall Lookbook

Leather Peplum Top: Bobbles & Lace; Collared Blouse: J.Crew Factory; Jeans: JBrand; Necklace: Bobbles & Lace; Clutch: Bobbles & Lace; Wedges: Pour la Victoire via RueLaLa; Rings: Stella & Dot

When BostInno asked me to put together a look for fall that I'd wear for a night out in Back Bay, I knew right away I wanted to incorporate my favorite fall staple: leather (faux, vegan or the real deal!) I softened the look up by adding a white blouse underneath and a detailed necklace. My wedges make navigating the brick and cobblestone sidewalks a cinch! Head over to BostInno.com to see MY LOOK and check out the full Fall Lookbook!

xoxo,

L

Leather Repeat

Blouse: Zara; Shorts: French Connection; Heels: Shoemint (old); Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim Medium Pashli; Necklaces: Stella & Dot, Madewell; Rings: Topshop, Stella & Dot

These shorts have been on repeat as of late. Why? Because they're the perfect summer to fall transitional piece. Once the temps dip a bit lower, all I have to do is add a fun pair of tights and a chunky sweater and head on my way. Oh, and I may or may not have a new friend named Pashli. Isn't she cute?

xoxo,

L

Foodie Friday: Marliave

The "Tres Curieux" cocktail -- potent and tasty, just how I like them.

The first stop for J and me on the Restaurant Week itinerary was Marliave, located near Downtown Crossing (10 Bosworth Street, to be exact). An interesting little place, tucked away at the end of an alley next to the Nine Zero Hotel. I had lunch here a few years ago so I already knew that the interior was basically a nod to an old-school train station of sorts with its white subway tile walls and black furniture and marble bartop. I knew that the French onion soup with short ribs was to die for. But what I did not know was that the rest of the menu, drinks included, was literally mind blowing. Prepare to drool...

First course -- Macaroni & Cheese. It was a Sunday, and what do you crave more on a Sunday than comfort food? And what qualifies as comfort food more than a big, soupy bowl of insanely delicious macaroni and cheese? Nothing. The answer is nothing. The house-cut ziti made this dish, hands down. It was perfectly al dente with a hint of black truffle. Tons of butter and cream and gooey cheese put this over the top (which in my humble opinion, is what mac & cheese should be every time.)

And because J and I can never get enough cheese, we ordered the Rarebits. Bacon, beer, and cheese melted in a skillet with toasted bread for dipping? Yes please!

Little confession to make: I'm kiiiiind of a glutton for punishment. I have that extra cocktail at the tail end of a girls night. I stay up a little later than I should during the week. And I order the French onion soup a la carte because apparently two heavy appetizers for two people isn't enough.

After the first course, I was convinced the rest of the meal would go downhill from there. How can you outdo what's pictured above? It seemed impossible. But sure enough, the second courses did not disappoint. Brick chicken on top of a bed of creamy risotto. Delicately crisped skin that exploded with flavor with every bite. My mouth is watering as I write this.

I went with the old standby: steak frites. But these were served with a nice dollop of Gorgonzola butter on top. The fries were house-cut and cooked to perfection -- you know, that hard-to-achieve crispy on the outside yet chewy on the inside kind of perfection. Now I must admit that (shockingly!) we were too full to eat our dessert so we had them box it up for us. J ordered the butterscotch pudding with candied ginger (YUM!) and I ordered the chocolate melting cake with homemade vanilla bean ice cream. A few hours after we rolled (literally) out of Marliave, I tossed the cake in the micro for a few seconds, topped it with the ice cream, and had the perfect ending to a rather gluttonous day. Ahh, if only I could eat like this all the time.

Until next time!

L