Baby Boot Denim

  

The "Baby Boot" is a newer cut, stemming from the original bootcut denim. Not exactly a straight, and not as flared as a bootcut. This newer style is perfect for tucking into boots, or wearing with your favorite heels. Pictured below are Baby Boot Hudson's Retailed at $198. 

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Scarf Accessories

Scarves come in all different sizes, colors and patterns. They are everywhere for fall, and go with any top. Whether it is for warmth or an added accessory you will love this look. EMU has a great fall collection of scarves. Change up your scarf look-- you can fold and wear them so many different ways. Check them out!

When Not to Wear White

White is a hard color to pull off especially after Labor Day. The rule is no white pants or white shoes should be worn again until Easter, its a good rule to follow! Wear white thermals, tops, and scarfs during fall/winter. I love the crisp white color during the cooler months!

Long Skirts

You might pick up a long skirt from a clothing rack and wonder what am I suppose to wear this with? Long skirts look great with fitted tops and a waist belt. For the fall, a structured jacket is a great accessory & a way to add color contrast. The patterned long skirts with a simple solid top are my favorite. Take a look at some of the pictures posted.

        

Color Blocking

Color blocking is a term Bridgette uses to put different colored layering pieces together that you normally wouldn't have. It is a great way to switch up your wardrobe, and for Fall 2011 is all about mixing colors! For example under a green dolman top wear a fitted fuchsia tank or when the weather cools down a  bright colored jacket would look awesome with navy blue or charcoal grey. Check out below to get the full picture!

Labor Day BBQ Outfit!

Ok its going to be a hot one this weekend for Labor Day BBQ's! Sun Dresses are ideal for an end of summer holiday weekend. Accessorize with a high waist belt, and layering bracelets from haute betts & street saints is the perfect outfit!


Here is a quick, & Delicious recipe to have around the table this weekend.

Shrimp Quesadilla Recipe

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 pound of medium-small shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 Tbsp of lime or lemon juice
• 1/4 jalapeno or serrano chile, finely minced and/or dash of chile powder
• 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
• 1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
• Salt and pepper
• 2 medium-sized flour tortillas
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 avocado, sliced
• Dollop of sour cream or crema fresca

METHOD

1 If you are starting with frozen raw shrimp, defrost them by placing them in a bowl of ice water until defrosted. Then poach the raw shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes in boiling water, remove from pan with a slotted spoon, and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. If you are starting with frozen cooked shrimp, you can defrost them in a bowl of ice water or lemon juice with ice.

2 Place strained cooked shrimp in a bowl. Add lime or lemon juice, some chopped fresh jalapeno or serrano chile and/or a dash of chile powder (can also use chipotle chiles or chipotle chili powder) to desired level of heat, green onion, and cilantro. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Let marinate for 10 to 30 minutes. Strain out the juice.

3 Heat a cast iron or stick-free skillet on medium high. Add a small amount of oil (about 1/2 teaspoon) and spread it around the bottom of the pan with a spatula (you could use butter as well). Place one flour tortilla on the skillet. Flip the tortilla over a few times, 10 seconds between flips. Air pockets should begin to form within the tortilla. Remove the tortilla and repeat with the second tortilla. Leave the second tortilla in the pan and reduce the heat to medium.

4 Sprinkle the tortilla with the grated cheese. Distribute the shrimp mixture on top of the cheese. Place the other tortilla on top. Using two spatulas (one to hold the top in place) flip the quesadilla over when the bottom tortilla is nicely toasted and the cheese has begun to melt. Remove the quesadilla from the pan when the now bottom tortilla has toasted sufficiently.

You can also use just one tortilla instead of two, and fold the tortilla over itself like an omelette.

5 Cut like a pie into six pieces. A pizza wheel works well for this. Place on a serving plate. Serve with avocado slices and sour cream. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Serves one.

Kids Fun Lunch

Now that school is back do something fun for the kids while they are gone all day. Make their lunch exciting, maybe they will eat it all! Try these fun sandwich cookie cutters found at any grocery store. Animals are a great idea, get creative and create eyes, a month and a smile! This will brighten his or hers day for sure.