East Coast Approach

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Update!

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Our new site address:

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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

This is a ridiculously simple hairstyle to pull together and the end result is a simple yet cool look for your summer days and nights. Here's a few pictures for inspiration and instructions from Lauren Conrad's Beauty.

Fendi Fall/Winter 2012

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Step 1: Pull your hair back into a ponytail and secure it with an elastic.*

Step 2: Divide your hair into two sections.

Step 3: Twist each section. The key is to twist both sections in the same direction.

Step 4: Wrap the two section around each other, in the opposite direction you twisted. (So, if you twisted each strand to the right, wrap around each other to the left.) You will probably have to keep twisting as you wok your way down each section, twisting as you wrap.

Step 5: Secure the end with an elastic.

*I usually skip this step but it can make it a little easier to twist the sections.

Enjoy!

Monday, July 15, 2013

Safari Style

July 15th, 2013

Top: American Eagle Shorts: Express Shoes: American Eagle

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Almond-Crusted Scallops

This is the perfect dish for a summer night. It's light and filling but still rich and creamy. I paired it with a salad topped with fresh veggies and Italian dressing.

Almond-Crusted Scallops

Serves 2-3
Preheat oven to: 375

Ingredients:

5 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
pinch of salt
pinch of ground black pepper
dash of ground nutmeg
1 pound sea or bay scallops, drained
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
Hot cooked pasta

Directions:

Melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat in a cast-iron or ovenproof skillet. Stir in wine, cream, thyme, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Add scallops, turning to coat. Remove from heat.
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a small bowl in the microwave, and stir in panko and nuts.
Sprinkle mixture over scallops and bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Serve with hot cooked pasta and garnish with extra thyme and whole almonds.

Friday, June 28, 2013

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Summer Wish List

1. Black & White Tribal Shorts

I've seen some variation of these shorts in pretty much every store I've been into. Here's just a few of my favorite examples...

Image via We Heart It

Bullhead Print Blocked Shorts

2. IPhone 5 Case

Total honesty time: I'm seriously considering upgrading to the 5 just so I can get this ...

Roxy Talk It Out Case

3. Printed Summer Shorts

I'm also seeing a ton of shorts with big and bold prints. Pair them with a light and neutral top for a simple summer look.

Roxy Carnival Shorts

Hollister Dark Pink Floral Shorts

Hollister Beach Shorts

4. Rompers

Rompers are a cool, effortless, no-fuss piece for any summer wardrobe. From pretty florals to simple and clean embroidery to ruffles in nautical colors, rompers are a must on my list.