My first of Twenty Eleven

Happy VERY belated New Year! Too many to share after the long break. So I'll just start with a few items I was excited to find over the holiday time.

 Many of you probably recognize this J Crew Colletta coat from Jean's review @ Extra Petite. I had wonderful experiences with JCrew coats and most of my winter coats are from J crew. The standing collar and shirred waistband make this coat a very feminine, flattering yet classic look. Plus with the 40% off $169.99 sale price, how could I pass it? The one I have is sz 00. ( I'm a little above 5'4''). It's a shorter cut compare to the lady day coat. I agree with Jean that petites should go with regular size if you prefer a longer coat.

Our local restaurant is still full of holiday atmosphere. I bravely opened the button in the freezing wind even though I haven't completely recovered from a bad cold, just try to show off the skirt from Zara.

 A close look at the hem, with the lovely fringe.

Last but not the least, I looooooooove these suede boots from Loft. They are so warm and comfy. This is what I have concluded after several whole day walking experiences. Also the important thing is, the smaller calf size! However, feels like Loft shoe size runs a little bigger from the couple of pairs I have.

Another look of the skirt. I visit our local McDonald's a lot for a quick meal. So bear with me here if you live a healthy diet routine. But I do think you still could eat healthy even at McDonald's. :)

 Should I tie my hair up for a change in the new year?
Thanks for reading.

XOXO,

Sahara

Outfit Details:

Coat: J Crew

Skirt: Zara

Boots: Ann Taylor Loft ( similar here )

Pumpkin Flan

It's holiday season. The smell of the air is even sweet. I can't wait to have my first baking post. Hope it could bring some taste for your holiday.

I learned this from a Japanese friend of mine. Loved it right away. And the most important, it's so healthy that fashionistas don't have to worry about gaining anything. :) You will believe me after you look at the materials I used ( it can serve about 12 people):

Kabocha Pumpkin: 500g

Organic milk: 500ml

Egg: 4

Egg York: 1

Sugar: 50g

Maple Syrup: 25g.

Unfortunately I didn't have time to take more pictures when I baked it. But I can share the recipe to whoever is interested.

Enjoy the Holiday!

xx,

Sahara

Happy Thanksgiving!

Wish my dear readers and friends a sweet  tasteful Thanksgiving! Enjoy my Chocolate Souffle:

XX,

Sahara

Weekend wear and My seven confessions

Tagged by lovely Michelle of Minimaestra to talk about my seven confessions. Everyday my life seems just home to work then home, too simple to even count to the number seven. But good or bad, here are something about me:
1. First of all fashion related, Navy blue and grey are my favorite colors. No matter how much I adore other bold colorful themes, I see those as my colors.
2. Although I enjoy jogging, hiking, ..active life, I'm the kind of person who takes the elevator to gym even when there's only three stairs, and often scream to the husband for not parking at the closest spot of parking lot.
3.I'm obsessed with ice cream and chocolate. A carton of ice cream would be my meal when I'm home alone. Sigh. (PetiteXXS, you have my salute!)
4. I love baking desserts and thought about to have some posts about baking. I'm working on a few french style desserts like Tarte Tatin, and hopefully I can be successful for the Chocolate Soufflé.
5. I love all the greens and  flowers however I'm a plant killer. I almost stop buying them since no matter how very much careful I am, almost no plant could survive me. So once in a while I was too attracted and started thinking to take it home, I was always reminded: Please let it keep alive...
6. As much as I enjoyed the company of my family and friends, I sometimes like  to be alone, for a trip, stroll, or home stay, reading a favorite book, or doing nothing just with slow music and a cup of wine and let my mind be totally free.
7. Last but the most, I'm happy and proud of my darling daughter growing up to a beautiful smart young adult and an outstanding student. I enjoyed the time we could talk and share many interesting topics like friends,  I still wish she could always stay as a little girl and be around forever.

Back to fashion topic, long sweater has been popular for a while. I adore it totally, either in a cozy slouchy  style with skirt, shorts, skinny jeans, or just tights as a sweater dress. How do you like it?



Outfit Details:

Sweater: H&M

Scarves: Loft

Belt: Banana Republic

Tights: Banana Republic( last season)

Boots: Me too, Bakers( last season)

How I Wear Loft To Work

Surprisingly I found  How Blogger's wear Loft to work and How Bloggers wear Loft on the Weekend feature pages on Loft's Facebook from Mechelle's lovely blog Mini Maestra. I'm impressed by so many talented fashion bloggers and thought about joining the party. So I'll just share my version of  Loft to work  here. Actually I should say Loft at work, since the pictures were taken at our campus. Sometimes, it is pleasant to come to work. :)

Outfit Details:
Coat: Loft Melton Wool Military Coat
Skirt: Loft Gold Brocade Skirt
Top: Banana Republic
Boots: Aldo


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Weekend with Loft Riding Pants

 Since my darling Chelsea started the boarding school life, I only get to visit her on weekends. Usually I didn't care much what I wore and I couldn't remember anything but my identity of a mother during the visits. However today the splendid late fall scenery of the beautiful campus and the nice quiet little town made me have to share a few shots with my dear readers. (Fortunately I found one pair of earring from my bag! )When I looked at the pictures, I noticed I was wearing my favorite weekend pants!
Loft presented us many stylish pants this season, dressy and casual, classic and modern. Extra Petite has a recent review of Loft Ponte Motocross Pant, very chic and edge looking style. What I had is a more casual style: Fitted Riding Pants, which I got it during Loft last sale event at about $10. The fitted cut and the stretchy material just make it an effortless yet stylish casual piece.
Hope everyone enjoyed the gorgeous weekend!

Outfit Details:
Jacket Coat: H&M
Sweater, Top: Loft
Pant: Loft
Shoes: Gap
Bag: Michael Kors

Red, Yellow, Orange...

It's been like ages, even though I have always been the kinda when I get a chance blogger, it's still a loooong break for me. One click on the new post, I just realized I miss the blog world. Sorry, my dear readers and friends, hope you will still enjoy my post.

New England's fall is the most beautiful season. Every year I see the stunning foliage view, the vibrant colors, I always hear Chelsea's singing when she was a little girl: Autumn leaves are falling down, falling down... Even better this year, with a few of my favorites are added on for the fall fashion trends : military style, military green, olive. How could I miss all of this?

 Outfit details:
Trench: Zara
Cardigan: Matin & Osa
Skirt & Scarf: Loft
Booties: Aldo
Tights: Jcrew