Lovable Friday!

1. Macarons

I think the one defining moment of my time spent in Paris was eating macarons. Sure, the city was breathtaking, sure it’s the birth place of fashion, but for me, it was all about the macarons. Visiting LaDuree was the highlight. My mouth has never exploded into a million pieces when I have eaten something before, and it happened with each and every colorful little macaron. Ever since, I have been dying to find a French bakery in Miami that can replicate that beautiful feeling. Any recs, local readers?

2. 50 Shades of Suck

Yeah, I jumped on this bandwagon. I couldn’t resist when I saw my Facebook feed erupting about it for days. Unfortunately, it was a pile of steaming turd. And that is putting it very, very mildly. Thankfully, someone else feels the same. And they made a Tumblr account about it. Whether you have read the book or not, you will definitely get some LOLz reading Fifty Shades of Suck. My personal favorite? THIS.

3. Martini Cocktail Party Shirt

Everything about this shirt is absolutely amazing. I love its airy and innocent vibe. Peter pan collars always do me in – they just scream femininity (with a fair share of Lolita). It would look great paired with some brightly hued denim or a sleek pair of black tuxedo pants. Mama wants. Get yours here.

4. Glitter Envelope Liners

I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again. Party invitations are your guests first glimpse as to what to expect out of your event, so never let them down! That would be near impossible with these fun glitter envelope liners from PersianLaundry‘s Etsy store. I’m thinking they would be perfect for a bridal shower brunch complete with champagne, macarons & your favorite ladies. Did I mention macarons again? Oops.

5. Paint-dipped Utensils

I’m all about festive cookware. Especially since I’m not very fond of the kitchen. I always need some sort of incentive (starvation usually works wonders), and pretty things seem to do the trick! This is a fun and quick DIY project that could turn your drawers from blah to wowza in only a few minutes! Also, they could make for some great gifts (Mothers Day is coming up)!

  • Isabella531

    you must check out Atelier Monnier. They have a location on US1 past kendall drive and they also show up on lincoln rd on Sundays during the market. I found them more than a year ago and absolutely everything they make is deelish. Happy Macaron hunting!

    • Anonymous

      Thank you! I most definitely will!

  • Isabella531

    you must check out Atelier Monnier. They have a location on US1 past kendall drive and they also show up on lincoln rd on Sundays during the market. I found them more than a year ago and absolutely everything they make is deelish. Happy Macaron hunting!

    • melificent

      Thank you! I most definitely will!

  • angela luisa

    We can go to a French cafe whilst you’re here!

    • Anonymous

      Now that is a plan!

  • angela luisa

    We can go to a French cafe whilst you’re here!

    • melificent

      Now that is a plan!

  • http://itsmeroxy.wordpress.com/ Roxy

    thank you for reconfirming my decison not read 50 shades :)

    • Anonymous

      Any time ;)

  • http://itsmeroxy.wordpress.com/ Rox

    thank you for reconfirming my decison not read 50 shades :)

    • melificent

      Any time ;)

  • Adri

    LMAO @ 50 Shades of Suck. It’s painstaking to get through these books I want to finish them just to see what it’s all about. I’m in the middle of book 2 and I’m still waiting for it to get better as everyone says it does.

    • Anonymous

      You are strong. Over it!

  • Adri

    LMAO @ 50 Shades of Suck. It’s painstaking to get through these books I want to finish them just to see what it’s all about. I’m in the middle of book 2 and I’m still waiting for it to get better as everyone says it does.

    • melificent

      You are strong. Over it!

  • http://www.memadonna.com MaDonna

    ooooh, that shirt and those envelopes :3

    • Anonymous

      RIIIGHT?

  • http://www.memadonna.com MaDonna

    ooooh, that shirt and those envelopes :3

    • melificent

      RIIIGHT?

  • Karen

    Hi..Check out Chocolate Fashion in Coral Gables…great intimate bakery/bistro…:)

    • Anonymous

      Thanks!

  • Karen

    Hi..Check out Chocolate Fashion in Coral Gables…great intimate bakery/bistro…:)

    • melificent

      Thanks!

  • Foodsnob

    Sweetness Bakeshop on sunset and 97th avenue has a great variety of macaroons.

    • Anonymous

      Didn’t know they carried macarons – thanks!

  • Foodsnob

    Sweetness Bakeshop on sunset and 97th avenue has a great variety of macaroons.

    • melificent

      Didn’t know they carried macarons – thanks!