Saturdays At Shop This: All The Pretty Flowers

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There's not a bloom in site in my part of the world. Patience is a virtue every Spring in Chicago. So I say bring on the April showers. I'll be ready for those May flowers. Here are some pretty links to wrap up the week.

Beyond Proper's Floral Embroidered Denim Jacket is lovely for the price.
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Here's a perfect hostess gift for Spring: Edible Flowers Grow Kit by The Floral Society. or keep it for yourself and serve up a fancy salad.
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Flowers & April Showers: This little Floral Print Translucent Hooded Rain Jacket is really cute. Perfect for walking the dog or running errands on a rainy day.
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Wonderful in White: The Sam Spade Flower Satchel at Kate Spade. Save 30% on this and everything sitewide with code: ONEBIGFAMILY.
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How to Make Your Cut Flowers Last Longer
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Seagrass Market Tote with Linen Liner: This is a terrific tote for all of your Farmer's Market shopping. It's good looking, roomy enough for all of your veggies and flowers,  the luxe linen liner can be washed, and it's less than $50.
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So gorgeous!  The Lela Rose Floral Lace  
Midi Skirt.  Shop it at Modaoperandi.
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Rose Colored Glasses: Dolce & Gabbana's floral Sunglasses now on sale at Neiman Marcus. They are an unexpected look, and I love it.
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The cutest loafers for Spring: JCrew's Liberty Floral Smoking Slippers. The black background appeals to me. Very comfy chic! Shop them at JCrew or Nordstrom or Zappos
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I found this little GIF after the post was written. I guess that Miranda wouldn't approve.  LOL. Have a beautiful weekend, everyone!

XOXOX
Deb
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Foodie Friday: Let Them (Me) Eat Cake!

{ Via: The Cake Topper Company }

That's right. This April Fool is starting the birthday weekend with cake, but I refuse to be a day over 39. Every year sweet "Mr. Shop This" asks what kind of birthday cake I want. After some hits and misses, I decided a few years ago, to make my own. I mean, I can't lick the spoon with a bakery bought cake. Here's to sweet celebrations for all of us!

Champagne Cake

What a perfect cake for a celebration! It has everything I love, too - Champagne, lots of Buttercream Meringue Frosting, and a
 bit of bling.

Batter & Dough 

Hot Cocoa Layer Cake
This recipe had me at all of that frosting. Oh what fun! It's made with bittersweet chocolate, hot cocoa, buttermilk, heavy cream, and homemade marshmallows. Just Yum!
Bakers Royale

Lemon Lavender Champagne Cake

I told you that I loved champagne! Not only is this pretty, but it's made with lavender extract, champagne and cake box mix! By the way, the Duncan Heinz lemon cake mix is actually very good. A pretty cake for Easter!
Brit & Co.

Key Lime Strawberry Coconut 
Ice Cream Cake
I usually am not a big ice cream cake fan. Something about soggy cake. This cake is different. It is completely no bake and features three homemade no churn ice creams, with a crust of shortbread cookies. And isn't it 
just the prettiest? 
Life Love & Sugar

Coconut Banana Cake 
This recipe is for my sister, Carole. As a child, she had our Mom make a banana cake just for her. Tieghan, the recipe author, states that if we love chocolate, coconut and banana, this is a must make. My favorite part is all of the
 gooey frosting.
Half Baked Harvest

Tres Leches Cake
Normally I am not a sheet cake kind of girl. In my view, I miss the layer of frosting that a layer cake offers. But this dairy infused cake has a tequila spiked caramel sauce. Drop the mic!
Williams Sonoma

Chocolate Cake With 
How pretty is this? I am not sure if my frosting skills are up to the ruffles, but just plain would taste the same. The frosting is actually lavender Swiss Meringue which 
sounds delightful!
 Hummingbird High

Almond Joy Layer Cake
One of My Dad's favorite candy bars. If he was here, I would make this cake for him. Truly an Instagam worthy cake. And I am sure that it tastes as good as it looks.
Sprinklebakes

Toffee Angle Food Cake

A beautiful cake with layers of whipped cream, caramel sauce, and toffee candy. How can that not be good?
Taste Of Home

Flourless Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
{ Naturally Gluten Free }
This recipe may be the winner for my birthday. To me, there is no better duo than chocolate and peanut butter.  It features ganache and peanut butter buttercream. Oh My!!
Yammie Snoshery

Flowerfetti Cake
One of the prettiest cakes I ever saw.  The texture of the cake looks fluffy and that blueberry jam delish. Get the recipe and even more pretty pictures at
Twigg Studio

Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake
Another one of life's special treats, in my opinion, is chocolate mousse. I adore making it! This recipe features three types of chocolate. Divine.
Life Love & Sugar

Carrot Cake With Pecan Frosting
A cake that looks just like the one my Mother made. It was one of the best cakes ever, and this recipe just might
 match hers.
Taste Of Home

 Champagne Cupcakes With Rose Hibiscus Buttercream
These are celebration-worthy, that's for sure. Just beautiful and I want some of that champagne frosting right now!

The Seaside Baker

Foodie Friday: Let Them (Me) Eat Cake!

Spring Break Travel Essentials

{ Via: Lipault Paris }

If you have a Spring break trip planned, this post is for you. Scroll down to find chic and clever products to make your travels more stylish than stressful. And if you love the Weekend Bag above, it's the Lipault Paris Plume Weekender. Find it in many colors at Zappos 
by clicking HERE.

Olli Ella See Ya Suitcase
For the tiny travelers. Available in three terrific colors. Even the little ones should travel in style. Don't you agree?
Maisonette

Turkish Herringbone Throw
Most planes are cold, which is better than hot, but still a lightweight cover is a very good thing. I haven't seen a blanket offered in years, but who really would want it? Bring your own and travel with style. These are 100% cotton, super soft and very lightweight. Not to mention much less than my pashmina that I use for travel.
Mark & Graham

Oh Joy Packing Cube Set
Are you an organized traveller? If not, these will help. This 5 piece set offers plenty of storage options for all things big and small.
Shopbop

Travel Hacks That Take the Stress
 Out Of Jet Setting
Travel does not have to be stressful. Here are five products that will take the stress out of your trip, and make life on away from home
more enjoyable
AHAlife

Rebecca Minkoff Leather Stickers
Stick them, stick them real good. In a world of black rolling bags, it is difficult to spot yours in the baggage area. Personalize your bags so that you will never miss as it is rolling away with someone else. What a fun way to make your travels easier. At $5 a sticker, you can't not afford to use these.
Rebecca Minkoff

Bric's Milano Bellagio

My travel tip: If you are staying at a five star resort or luxe hotel, arrive looking like you belong! It just might be worth an upgrade. The Bellagio has been described by National Geographic as "A must have bag for luxury travelers," and the best Carry On Bag by Travel and Leisure. This hard sided luggage is lightweight with Tuscan leather trims. Available in several colors and the silver is now on sale.

Bric's Milano

OOKONN 

Round Suitcases

Named by Harper's Bazaar, the most stylish suitcases of all, and I agree. These are the most fun you'll have on wheels ever. Of course there is a telescoping handle. Why not let your luggage speak for you? While you are at Net-a-Porter, shop their fabulous website, and save 15% with Code: NETAPORTER15 (On select styles)
Net-A-Porter

Beekman 1802 Face Wipes
One of my favorite things, and certainly a desert island must have. These wipes contain vitamin rich goats milk, CoQ10, Vitamin E, aloe, natural botanicals and more. They are a travelers saving grace for long trips, sticky fingers, accidental spills and hot and humid beach days. They are actually great for your entire body. throw one in your carry on bag. My fave flavor so far is Honey Grapefruit.
QVC or Beekman 1802

S'Well Bottles

Fashion and function. The first thing I do once past the security line at the airport, is buy a bottle of water for the plane. Ms. Shop This, brings her own S'Well bottle and fills it up at the airport. This bottle has no harmful BPA chemicals, and is just so much more chic than what you buy on a shelf. I think I will get myself one. All of the styles are great. Shop them at...

Nordstrom

Tory Burch Minni Folding Leather 
Ballet Flats
These make so much sense, and are especially great for long road trips or plane rides. Proof that you can look good while feeling comfy. Lucky us - many of the colors are now on sale at Gilt. My faves, the python style on the right, can be found at Tory Burch.



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Resort Ready: What To Pack

Say I Do In A Beautiful Bridal Shoe

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Whether you say "I Do" in Choo or something a little less expensive, your wedding shoes are an important accessory for your big day. Most importantly, they must feel good. Nothing can ruin a day more than sore feet.  The choice is up to you - have your shoes make a statement - or blend in with your gown. Why not have fun with them? This edit features stylish stilettos, sparkling sandals, and the prettiest pumps at all price points.

HERE: 12 Shoes To Love

Bella Belle Anita Illusion 
An ankle tie is always alluring. These pretty pumps are available in ivory, black or gold.
Nordstrom

The Bilboa Lace Pump
What a pretty pump in every color, six of them, in fact. The price point is below $110 and they come in Narrow, Medium and Wide widths. Perhaps the perfect pump.
J Renee

Whimsical Woodland Blush Shoe Embellishment

Here's an unique idea. Have your own tried and true bridal shoes hand embellished to your specifications. How fun but most importantly how beautiful. Click below to get all of the dainty details.
Abigail Grace Bridal

 Coco Crystal Lace Pump
Sophia Webster's styles are always luxe and lovely. The details are elegant and feature white lace, a pointy toe, and a crystal heel.  Save $100 during the Shoe and Handbag event.
Neiman Marcus

Beautiful Wedding Flats

A wow wedding flat that has been handmade just for you. They feature silk and illusion mesh, beads and crystals. For the bride that demands comfort. Or a great shoe to change into during the reception.
Bella Belle Shoes

Beach Wedding Shoes
Destination beach wedding? You will need these or anything handmade from this pretty
Etsy shop.
Precious Design Shop

Belle Peep Toe Bootie
These are divine with the right dress. Embellished with sparkling sequins and imitation pearls, they are very special.
Nordstrom

Romy 100
Something blue. The perfect blend of elegance and sparkle. Simply stunning!
Jimmy Choo

Cecelia New York Hibiscus Heels

Bridal blooms. With a block heel and that fabulous flower, these shoes make a 
stylish statement.
BHLDN

Bryn Nude Satin Pump
For the budget minded bride. Though affordable, there is a lot of detail to these pretty pumps. Both the beaded over sized bow and the blue soles are precious for the price.
Betsey Johnson 

Raissa Mules
A Mule is one way to make sure that your feet are comfy, at least your heels will be. The rhinestones add the glam. One of my faves.
Schutz Shoes

Rachel Zoe's Samantha
A bride can't have too much sparkle! This sparkling slide features a 2.5" inch heel, which is doable for many brides. This style is very wearable beyond your special day.
Zappos Luxury

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