Valentines Day......{Hello Cupid, I'm right here}

Yes, I did just try to get a sympathy arrow from Cupid via my blog. But that's beside the point. We are just a few days away from the LOOOOVE Holiday, which (believe it or not) I do LOVE. Mainly because of the sweets. I thought it would be sweet of me to share some Valentines Day ideas and inspiration with you all. Follow me on Pinterest to view all of these photos and more.

Wishing you ALL lots of LOVE this Valentines Day! ~XO

What to wear this Holiday Season

Greetings! I hope that you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. It's hard to believe that the Holiday Season is upon us. If you are anything like me, you are already starting to worry about what you're going to wear to all of the events, parties, and get-togethers that you will be attending in the upcoming weeks. Here are some "Holiday Looks" to get you inspired:

All dresses that are shown can be found at ShopStyle.com. Please feel free to contact me for any further product information. Happy Shopping!

Ashly's Favorite Things (Holiday Gift Ideas)

After watching 2 entire days of "Oprah's Favorite Things" (the final one of her career...SNIFF), I was inspired to create my own list of favorite things to give or receive this Holiday Season. Some of these items are things that I currently own & LOVE, some of them are on my current wish-list, and some I plan on giving to the special people in my life. Let me get right to it.....

Spinning Birdcage Jewelry Stand from Urban Outfitters $32.

BCBG Rhinestone Cross-Body Minaudiere. Isharya 18-karat gold-plated bangles.

The Ipad....No explanation needed. I'm counting down the days until I get MINE.

Ipad Covers and Cases are THE perfect gift for any Ipad user. They come in

all different styles, colors, materials, brands, and price ranges. These

perfect pouches (above) are made by Dooney and Burke and retail for only $65.

I love ALL of these beauty products:
Stila Lip Glaze Collection, e.l.f. Eyeshadow Palette, Bumble and Bumble gift set

FOR THE MEN: Two fabulous books: 'Decoded' by Jay-Z and 'Shit my Dad says' by Justin Halpern. Both can be found at any local bookstore or online. Saks Fifth Avenue Men's Collection Grid Money Clip. Stylish yet comfy UGG slippers. And last but certainly not least is Perry Ellis RED....the most amazing cologne EVER!

I love this nostalgic Lego Camera from Urban Outfitter. It is perfect for kids of all ages.

Holiday Hosting Ideas

One of the funnest parts of the holiday season is having friends and family over to eat, drink, and celebrate. Here are some Holiday hosting tips and ideas that will add a load of greatness to your gathering.

Serve food (party mixes, dinner rolls, mini-quiche bites, sandwiches, candy, etc.) in boxes wrapped like a beautiful present.

Don't feel obligated to use poinsettias!

Display yummy treats on fun/festive serving trays like this one.....

....Or this one.

Sew or purchase mini-stockings to place your silverware in.

Peppermint Ice Cream Bon Bons- Who wouldn't LOVE these?

Click Here for Recipe

Happy 4th of July!

To all of my blog readers, colleagues, family members and friends: I hope you all have a very Happy (and SAFE) 4th of July! Please take a moment to remember how lucky we are to live in the BEST country on the planet. What an amazing holiday this is. I am personally looking forward to enjoying my two favorite F's: Food and Fireworks! Cheers.....

Happy Easter

Wishing you a VERY Happy Easter! Hope that you are spending today with the ones that you LOVE, doing the things that you LOVE and eating the foods that you LOVE.