In the Kitchen

 
Recently we have been incredibly busy with school work but I did get time to try out some new recipes. I really love to cook and bake but I rarely have the time. So this past week I took time out to try out some baked recipes. I come from a family that loves to bake, past relatives have even been bakers for their small towns! Typically I bake cakes or cookies etc. but I have never tried to bake homemade bread. I figure now is a good a time as any. I found a simple recipe online for Challah Bread or egg bread. 

The recipes is very simple to follow, the only problem I ran into was the braiding of the bread. However once the bread was out of the oven, one can not discern much mistakes in the braiding. The bread is rich and delicious and slightly sweet. It is perfect to eat with just about anything. 

Street Style: Black Out

       Head-to-toe black has gotten kind of a bad rap over time. Used as a symbol for mourning or to evoke a general mood of apathy, the connotations associated with the color black has caused some to shy away from wearing too much of it. The tides are turning though, and the influx of black on black looks being captured by street style photographers and championed around the net is helping to shape a new view of it. The look is extremely modern and sleek. It's never boring when different textures and cuts of fabric are paired together and adding a single hue of color into the mix is another look we are fond of. It's flattering for all body types and style aesthetics, whether you prefer your style masculine or lady-like, minimalistic or embellished. So the next time you scan your wardrobe for something to wear, why not embrace your dark side?

Wishlist: Armor Inspired Jewelry

   We love statement jewelry so naturally when I came across Maria Piana's beautiful creations I was in love. Also being a bit of a nerd and loving all things medieval, Piana's jewelry really made an impression.  Piana works as a dentist by day and by night creates her masterfully crafted designs. Piana's use of metal and her ability to mold it are skills that show how her day job has influenced her designs and mediums. Piana's armor like jewelry evokes a sense of strong femininity and power. The jewelry makes any woman who wears it feel confident and strong. I also love that the jewelry isn't conventional, it is on the border of wearable art because of its sculptural features. Since Maria's stunning collection is over our budget, we scooped out some cool inexpensive (well some at least..) pieces and have outlined our favorites below:

These pieces have a certain element of duality, they convey a feminine spirit while being inspired from a protective masculine garment. The joint armored ring is one of my favorite rings that I found, I love that its simple, and plate armor like. Most rings I found were over decorated and ornate, something that I'm not interested in with this specific jewelry trend. The collar necklace is obviously something we love, Stephanie has already shown her budding collection. The collar has a regal quality to it, that can transform an outfit.  The cuffs are all reminiscent of a vambrace, that is the part of plate armor that protects the forearm. The cuffs are a cool addition to an outfit with their sleek and metallic finishes. The Nara gold bracelet stood out to me because it reminded me of scale armor. The jewelry is a perfect balance of wearable art and a medium to express my closet nerdiness. 

-Silvya

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