• Fashion

    It’s the holiday season

    I don’t know about you, but around this time, velvet and the color maroon are my favorite things. There’s something about that combination that just screams HAPPY HOLIDAYS! I included a picture of Anthony because he just so darn cute!     Romper: Charlotte Russe (Similar) | Jacket: Ann Taylor (Similar) | Belt: Agaci (Similar) | Shoes: Charlotte Russe Anthony’s outfit  Shirt: Ralph Lauren | Pants: Pac Sun | Shoes: J. Crew xoxo Catherine Pictures were taken by @peterhchau        

  • Food,  Lifestyle

    How the Keto diet worked for me… until it didn’t

    The Keto diet is a low to no carb diet while intaking high fat and an adequate amount of proteins. I know, how do you lose weight by eating fat?! Let me tell you, this was one of my favorite diet. I could eat all the bacon I wanted, all the cheese I wanted, but I couldn’t eat bread or rice. That was kind of ok because I just made tons of keto bread (Oopsie bread) and made lots of cauliflower as replacements for rice and pizzas. I’ll post some  of my favorite recipes below. So basically, this diet works because after a certain amount of time without carbohydrates, our body…

  • Fashion

    Fall in Houston

    It’s fall, but it’s also Houston. We’re still here wearing shorts and tanks while other cities and states are bundled up in jackets and scarves. So here’s my Houston fall fashion – skort and top + booties for that hint of autumn. Y’all remember when we used to wear skorts in middle school and then it wasn’t a thing anymore? I think it’s starting to become a thing again! (YAY!) This skort comes in different colors too! Also, these booties are my favorite this season. The big block heel makes it so easy to walk in them all day! Top: (similar) | Skort: Charlotte Russe | Booties: Charlotte Russe | Crossbody: Kate…

  • Fashion,  Lifestyle

    Cyber Monday!

    Good afternoon lovelies! It’s the Monday after Thanksgiving! Do you know what that means?! Cyber Monday! I opted out of Black Friday shopping this year because I much rather just shop from the comfort of my bed and not have to deal with the hassle of finding a certain size or standing in line for hours. So if you’re like me, or if you’re not all shopped out yet, here’s some awesome Cyber Monday deals! BONUS: A lot of these sites have cash back via eBates. So if you still don’t know what that is, read my blog about it to maximize savings! Click here for the blog. Clothing &…

  • Fashion

    Sweater dress + boots

    This sweater dress is perfect for those bloated days, or if you’re about to go to Thanksgiving dinner ;P. It’s a shift dress so it doesn’t hug your body. Every since I got my minimizer bra, I’ve been in love with wearing dresses like these because I don’t look so big now. Check out my blog about bras here. Dress: Tobi | Boots: Tory Burch | Clutch: Caché   xoxo Catherine

  • Food

    Favorite Thanksgiving recipes

    Eek! Thanksgiving is this week! I love prepping and cooking for a big Thanksgiving dinner. In my family, I’m usually the designated planner. So if Thanksgiving were to be hosted at my parent’s house, I got to cook basically everything! I love it! Here are some of my favorite basic recipes. Roquefort pear Salad This salad is actually one of my favorite salad recipe. You make the dressing and it’s a sweet tangy taste. Super delicious and highly recommended. Ingredients 1 head leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces 3 pears – peeled, cored and chopped 5 ounces Roquefort cheese, crumbled 1 avocado – peeled, pitted, and diced 1/2 cup thinly…

  • Fashion

    Casual autumn day out

      xoxo CatherineI seriously loveeeee this cardigan! It’s perfect for those days where the weather is just confused on if it’s fall or spring. Just pop on a sleeveless shirt underneath and you’re ready for whatever the bipolar weather Houston throws at you! Grab a hat and say hello to the great outdoors! (You can totally sub the heels for some flats if you’re gonna be doing a lot walking) Cardigan: Similar | Top: Charlotte Russe | Jeans: Agaci | Heels: Steve madden (Similar) | Hat: Tory Burch | Purse: Chloé   xoxo Catherine

  • Lifestyle

    What my exes taught me

    Every relationship we have should teach us something about ourselves or teach us something in general. Whether it’s a relationship between you and a teacher, or you and a friend, or you and a lover. I’ve started dating before my parents even allowed me to. Although they didn’t like it, I think they knew that it was essential for me to start learning about relationships, about myself, and about others sooner rather than later. I was young and naive when I started dating this particular ex. I loved him more than I should have. He was a liar and a cheater and everyone knew it. I knew it. Looking back,…

  • Fashion

    Fave fall day-to-night outfit

    It’s finally starting to feel like fall here in Houston, Texas. Last year, we got a whooping 2 weeks of cold weather. I was so sad because I went on a shopping spree for fall/winter clothing but I never got to wear them! So this year, I’m hoping the weather stays cool long enough so I could see everyone’s cute jackets and boots. Maybe I’ll be able to sip on my pumpkin chai latte with the heater on instead of the AC (LOL). Also, the best part about cooler weather is that it’s acceptable to wear a casual going out outfit during the day! Here’s my fave this year. I…