Fashion

May 4, 2018

Shop the Post: Smitten with Stripes!

Are you as Smitten with Stripes! as I am?! Oh how I LOVE stripes, especially in the summer. There are so many fun pieces out there and of course, I just had to share them with you. Whether you opt for a simple striped tee shirt or perhaps you want to dive in a bit deeper with a maxi dress, shoes or an entire outfit. Here are some of my favorites, simply click the link to shop the look.

Free People ~ I love all the rips in this sweater

Elan ~ Easily take this maxi dress from the beach to happy hour

J. Crew ~ Sugar pink & stripes are everything for the summer!

Free People ~ Simple and sweet in this sunny striped shorts set.

Lush ~ So many candy colors are looking haute in this maxi!

Free People ~ Love the raw edges and deep V in this tee

Caslon ~ I can never have enough simple navy & white striped tees

Free People ~ These pants are JUST. SO. FUN!

Free People ~ This maxi top is great as a cover up & fun over leggings too!

Sam Edelman ~ Sexy and sweet pumps. Great with skinny jeans and mini skirts

MCM ~ You can wear this roomy tote with so many outfits, so great with an all white outfit.

Halogen ~ Florals and stripes are the ultimate combo, these sandals are island fresh!

Stella McCartney ~ The chain and denim is so great, love the contrast.

Tory Burch ~ Maritime flip flops for sweltering summer days!

Topshop ~ Fun with the high waist and neutral color. You can pair so many great tops with these trousers.

J. Crew ~ Rugbys are a forever casual statement…I can’t live without mine!

Happy shopping! xo

~ Marla Meridith

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Appetizers

May 3, 2018

10 Favorite Mexican Recipes!

Mexican food is delicious no matter what time of the year. It’s fresh, filled with flavor and is really simple to prepare in the comfort of your own home. I have rounded up some of my tastiest recipes that have been great hits with YOU over the past few years. Happy cooking & Happy Cinco de Mayo if you are celebrating. I have included both meat-filled options and vegetarian ones to suit all.

Love margaritas? Also, check out my post The Best Margarita Recipes for Cinco de Mayo.

BLAT Tacos

Mexican Polenta Casserole

Veggie Tamale Pie

Vegetarian Sheet Pan Nachos

Sweet Potato Tacos with Cilantro Pistachio Pesto

Chipotle Black Bean and Cheese Taquitos

Mexican Salad with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

Chicken Fajitas

Mexican Hot Chocolate Brownie Bites

Tequila Lime Fruit Salad

~ Marla Meridith

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Cocktails

May 2, 2018

The Best Margarita Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

Guess what’s this weekend? Cinco de Mayo…we all know what that means right?! Lots of margaritas and tasty Mexican food! Beyond great food & drinks, what are we really celebrating on this holiday? Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexicos victory over the invading French forces in 1876. The outnumbered Mexican army defeated the powerful French military at the small town of Puebla de Los Angeles. That means lots of reasons to party 🙂

Now that you have some history, it’s time for margaritas!

Pink Lemonade Margaritas (one of the most widely pinned margs on Pinterest!)

Blood Orange Margaritas

Raspberry Coconut Margaritas

Sparkling Plum & Kiwi Margaritas

Sparkling Champagne Pomegranate Margaritas

Frozen Watermelon Margaritas

Pure Lime Margaritas

Kiwano Margaritas

Grapefruit Margaritas

Beet Margaritas

~ Marla Meridith

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Active Giveaways

May 1, 2018

Recipes for an Awesome Mother’s Day Brunch

With Mother’s Day around the corner (Sunday, May 13th) it’s time to wrap your head around what mom might like to eat & drink for a festive brunch. After all, you do need to show her how much you love her!

Are you not cooking? That’s great too, everyone needs some relaxation! If your family is celebrating you, then give them a gentle nudge in the right direction with these delicious recipes. If there are a few things I know about moms is that most of them love pink, are smitten with sweets and most adore chocolate. So here you have it… Recipes for an Awesome Mother’s Day Brunch.

Baked Blueberry French Toast

Buffalo Scrambled Eggs

Blueberry Chia Pudding

Tequila Lime Fruit Salad

Decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake

Pink Lemonade Rosé Sangria

Citrus Quinoa Salad

Spring Pasta Salad

Mexican Hot Chocolate Brownie Bites

Mocha Martini

Sparkling Champagne Popsicles

~ Marla Meridith

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Recipes

April 30, 2018

Italian Salad with Avocado Dressing

We love this quick, easy and healthy Italian Salad with Avocado Dressing as a side dish or main. Perfect for summer potlucks and quick weekday lunch or dinner. The salami and chickpeas add lots of protein and you will LOVE my Quick & Easy Avocado Dressing. This salad is perfect as a gluten-free option for any summer potluck or family meal.

Click HERE for recipe details.

~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion

April 27, 2018

Make a Splash with These Gorgeous Swimsuits!

Planning a trip to the beach, to a resort or maybe your besties backyard pool? No matter what your fun in the sun plan is, you will need a swimsuit to splash around in (or just to lounge in!) Have you been shopping for yours yet? I have been hunting all over the web and have ordered a few from this list that I’m totally in love with! I’m digging the unique styles on the market that suit so many body types. The swimsuits I’ve featured here are playful, flirty, sexy and sophisticated. You really can’t go wrong with any of them.

Simple click the link to shop the post. Have fun! Above photo Maison du Maillot

~ Marla Meridith

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Berries

April 26, 2018

Sparkling Champagne Popsicles

With the weekend almost here I’m getting ready to entertain a bunch of friends. These poptails are definitely on the menu. These Sparkling Champagne Popsicles will the biggest hit at your next party or any celebration. All you need is chilled bubbly, fresh berries and some fresh mint or basil. Wow guests with these memorable, beautiful and delicious pops!

Click HERE for the recipe.

~ Marla Meridith

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Drinks

April 24, 2018

Vegan Maple Golden Milk

I’ve become so obsessed with Golden Milk….especially this vegan recipe I’m sharing with you. I love to drink this milky tea first thing in the morning and in the afternoon. It’s filled with great for you ingredients and tastes like a slightly sweet treat. This drink is very popular in the world of yoga and ayurveda. It’s golden color swoons, enjoy hot or over ice. Either way, I’m certain you will love it too!

Click HERE for the recipe.

~ Marla Meridith

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Recipes

April 21, 2018

One-Pot Meatball & Veggies Tortellini Soup

The snow is back in Telluride and that means soups on! We love this healthy recipe, it comes together really quickly (under 30 minutes) and tastes amazing. You get a few servings of veggies, lots of protein and great flavor in each and every bowlful. I love one-pot meals, they reduce clean up time and that means you have time for the way more important things in life. Hop into the kitchen and get this One-Pot Meatball & Veggies Tortellini Soup rolling for dinner, you will be so happy you did!

Click HERE for recipe details.

More one-pot recipes to take a peek at…

~ Marla Meridith

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Avocado

April 20, 2018

Quick & Easy Avocado Cilantro Dressing

This Quick & Easy Avocado Cilantro Dressing is one of my all-time favorite salad dressings. It’s just as great on pasta salads as it is on a fresh green salad. Toss it with rice or barley, top your favorite fish with it…the uses are endless. In less than 5 minutes you can have this dressing ready to go, which means you don’t need to run to the grocery store to get your fix.

Click HERE for recipe details.

Love avocado? Here are more delicious to try…

BLAT Tacos (Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado and Tomato)
Chipotle Avocado Toast
Veggie Couscous Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing

~ Marla Meridith

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Fashion

April 19, 2018

Shop the Post: Must Have Gifts for Mom Under $50

Mother’s Day is around the corner (Sunday, May 13th) & it’s time to show mom just how much you love her. I’ve rounded up these amazing gifts, each under $50. If your budget is larger, go ahead and give mom a few of these lovelies. I’m sure she will be impressed. Happy shopping!

Simply hover over the product pictures and click to go right to where you can purchase the item.

1. Faux Leather Tote & Wristlet I couldn’t live without a carry-all tote bag. Love the natural color of this one that goes with any outfit. $48
2. Mini Pastry Collection Treat mom to breakfast in bed with these mini pastries. $39.95
3. Pretty Apron Does mom love to entertain and cook? A stylish apron is a must. $38
4. Oversized Pearl Necklace This necklace speaks volumes with a simple tee-shirt or with a fancy dress. $48
5. Birthstone Bracelet This lightweight bracelet represents your mom’s birth month. $50
6. Lazy Perfection These days it’s all about casual styling but still looking great. This book helps guide the way. $20
7. “Dear Mom” Mom needs to sip her first cup of the day thinking of YOU! $9.95
8. Cuddle Blanket Everyone needs a few throw blankets, especially mom…this comes in a pretty assortment of colors. $39.99
9. Summer Weight Cape Scarf Loving this casual stripe scarf that would go well with summer whites or denim. $39.50
10. Eres Pie Dish This beautiful dish is perfect with pie in it or simply used as a decorative piece. $42
11. MOM Pillow Have mom keep this constant handcrafted reminder handy. (goes great with #8, the cuddle blanket!) $29.99
12. Stoneware Pie Dish Take the cake (or the pie, or the tart) with this glazed stoneware baking dish. $42
13. Mama Script Ring This sweet ring is available in both shining sterling-silver or vermeil, either one mama is sure to love. $39.50
14. Coco Rose Hydration Trio A limited-edition trio of luxurious rose and coconut products to nourish and hydrate skin. $39
15. Ceramic Platter This hand-painted platter adds an elegant touch to any get-together. $24
16. Stoneware Mug Have mom celebrate everyday refinement with a cup of tea, hot chocolate or coffee in this pretty mug. Available in assorted colors. $14
17. Sparkly Pineapple Earrings How fun are these? Mom with paint the town in style with these pineapple dazzlers. $24.50
18. Pink Champagne Truffles What more needs to be said here?! $45.00
19. Perfect Stripe Tee Shirt Everyone needs the perfect striped tee, mom included! $26.50
20. Givenchy Beautifying Lip Balm I love to splurge on beauty products, better yet is when someone gifts it to me! $37

~ Marla Meridith

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Lifestyle

April 18, 2018

Telluride Yoga Festival 2018

What’s on your travel bucket list this summer? How about a trip to beautiful Telluride, CO?! Bookmark the dates July 19-22, 2018, it’s our 11th annual Telluride Yoga Festival. They say that “You come for the winter, but you stay for the summer.” So that means watch out, you might never leave once you visit!

No matter what level yogi/yogini you are, from beginner to advanced there are plenty of options on the schedule for you. When you purchase tickets simply use the code MERIDITH10 for 10% off pricing. There are three pass/ticket options, the most inclusive being the 4-Day Guru Pass.

So what happens at the Telluride Yoga Festival anyway? Great question. As an ambassador for the event I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am for this years presenters, musicians and attendees. I always meet so many great folks during this holistic, empowering and inspirational weekend. There will many types of yoga represented, something for all. Also, there are activities and events that really allow you to be at one with our beautiful mountain setting. Beyond yoga & meditation there will be stand up paddle boarding, daily hikes, a fun run, mountain biking, the via ferrata & more. Feel free to bring your kiddos too as there is a free kid’s yoga camp that I’m sure they will enjoy!

An event I’m super excited about is the Intimate Dinner Party Exploring the 7 Chakras. I look forward to sharing more plant based recipes with you in upcoming posts. It’s nice to mix things up from time to time, especially in the warmer months.

Wondering what to bring and how to pack? Always think layers when heading to the mountains. I suggest a few yoga/exercise outfits, rain gear, comfy waterproof shoes, sandals and depending on whether you are camping or staying in a hotel that will add or decrease your packing list. On the event website they have listed both lodging and camping options.

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