Nautical and Preppy Perfection at Old Navy

Friday night I headed to the benefit brow bar to get my eyebrows waxed (I'll post on how amazing the brow bar is another time) and on a whim I decided to stop in Old Navy on my way to the car. Seriously I am so glad that I did. I have always liked the fit of Old Navy shorts and their price point is awesome (under 20 bucks a pair), but the last few times I had been in the store I had been disappointed with their selection and their fits.

I am glad to report that Old Navy is back to being a great option for some low cost options. I will also say that their shorts this season are fantastic and remind me of J.Crew's, especially the embroidered ones.

I was able to get some great deals Friday, especially with their card member sale of 20% off. I also had a $10 rewards card on my Banana Card. So for around $120 I got a ton of great stuff for spring and summer in LA and was able to refresh my shorts collection (I had a few old pairs that were ready for retirement).

Love Love Loving... Old Navy by preppy-lizzy featuring twill shorts

1. Printed Chambray Shirt: This shirt is so great. Light denim with mini navy anchors printed all over it. Love it! Thanks Nautical by Nature for cluing me in to this shirt!
2. Everyday Printed Khaki Shorts (5"): These are so perfect for both the nautical fans and preppy fans. They are embroidered with mini blue anchors. So fun!
3. Perfect Khaki Shorts (5"): I love the mint color and the polka dots. Both are so on trend and fun for the spring and summer months.
4. Everyday Khaki Shorts (3.5"): This color is even better in person. The blue is so fresh and easy to pair with almost any color.
5. Everyday Printed Khaki Shorts (3.5): These shorts are great. They are embroidered with tiny seahorses. What's even better is they are less than half the price of the same J.Crew style.
6. Everyday Khaki Shorts (5"): Love the hot pink color. I was able to get the same shorts in the 3.5" inseam in store, but online only the 5" inseam is available.

Tasty Treats: Valentine's Quiche Lorraine

Valentine's Day was a great success at our house this year. Because we celebrate our dating anniversary only two days before Valentine's Day, I have decided to cook a special dinner for Valentine's Day the last two years.

Last year I made Buffalo Chicken Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese (I'll share the recipe for that one another time) which ended up being a huge success. It is delicious and totally decadent, perfect for Valentine's day or a Thanksgiving side.

So in an effort to find a way to top myself this year, I decided to try and make one of Dan's favorite dishes, Quiche Lorraine. A quiche is basically an egg and cheese frittata in a pie crust in which you can add your favorite fillings. Quiche Lorraine specifically is filled with either bacon or ham. Personally, in our house we use bacon because bacon is better in everything.

Recipe:
1 pie crust (I use the prepared Pillsbury pie crusts you can find in the refrigerated section)
8oz Swiss Cheese, shredded
2 Tbsp Flour
3 Large Eggs
1 1/2 Cups Half and Half
1/4 Cup Yellow Onion, Chopped
8 slices of bacon

Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Place 8 slices of bacon on baking sheet covered in parchment paper
Let bacon cook for approximately 20 minutes (or until your preferred crispiness)
Chop into small pieces.

Prep pie crust following instructions on box.
Using either a tart or pie pan, unroll pie crust and mold around edges of the pan.

While bacon is cooking, shred 8oz block of Swiss cheese. (I use my food processor, but a grater works as well)
In medium bowl, mix shredded cheese and flour.

In separate large bowl, beat eggs, half and half, chopped onions and chopped bacon.
Add cheese mixture to large bowl and mix.

Pour mixture into pie crust.

Bake quiche at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
Make sure filling is set and the top is lightly browned.

Enjoy! We paired our quiche with cheese and baguette and individual flourless chocolate cakes from Whole Foods. We also christened our Wedding China and silverware. So exciting :)

Oh and I should note that Dan was successful at finding me peonies again this year. He said he couldn't let me down after my Valentine's Day Gift Guide post (here).

Margaret Elizabeth Flash Sale

Margaret Elizabeth is retiring their one of kind brooch style necklaces and having a huge flash sale through February 18th at midnight. The great thing about these pieces is that each one is exclusive and the brooches are some beautiful vintage pieces. A few of my favorites are still available. Snag one up before they are gone forever! Every girl needs a great statement necklace or two.

Source: Margaret Elizabeth

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