Color Me Chartreuse

 Necklace: H&M | Top: Brandy Melville

Trousers: H&M | Shoes: Charlotte Russe

I'm good for buying things that don't fit me perfectly, especially if I know I'll be able to alter it to fit and the price is just too good to pass up. 

I've had these chartreuse trousers for about a year now and I finally got to where them this weekend. They were originally way too big and not tailored at all but they were a bargain at $10 and I'd already envisioned them as THE piece for 5 different outfits. After fixing up the waistline and tapering the legs as bit, they were perfect! 

Plus, they're super lightweight and perfect for these super hot + humid Atlanta summers. 

Fun fact: Chartreuse is a mix of yellow + green and named after a French liqueur. Yay knowledge!

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A Modern Belle

Mammal Factory

Necklace: Urban Outfitters | Top: Zara 

Skort: Topshop | Shoes: Converse

This Saturday I went to an AMAZING young artist event in downtown Atlanta at The Mammal Factory, hosted by GOD2ATL (Gaining Our Definition). With artwork coating the walls, live performances, good vibes and an eclectic crowd, this was an artistic utopia! 

I love being in creative spaces around equally creative people, it's so invigorating and inspiring!

I wanted to put together an outfit that gave off a fresh vibe to match the event. Since my skort masterfully mixes comfort and style, it was the perfect pick for the night. Pairing it with a simple black crop top and white Chucks dressed it down, while still managing to give the right amount of casual edge.

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A Modern Belle

Kitchen Chronicles: Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey

A few weeks ago I had a late night realization: 'A Modern Belle' is more than just style + fashion, it's a way of life for me. 

I've decided to start featuring different things that highlight other areas of my life, outside of fashion. 

Well, I LOVE cooking + baking and being raised in the South it's just something you typically learn to do, whether you love it or not. 

Every couple of weeks I'll share a new recipe with you guys that reflects my palette (which my family + friends sometimes describe as "bougie," while I prefer terms like modern or cultured).  

With that being said, I give you the first installment of Kitchen Chronicles. featuring flavorful Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey, adapted from myrecipes.com!

What you need:

- A little less than 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour

-1/4 tsp. of freshly ground black pepper

- 1 large egg

- 1/2 tsp. of sea salt

- 1 tbsp. of water

-1/3 cup of Panko breadcrumbs

- 1 1/2 6 oz. logs of goat cheese infused with honey

- 1 cup of grapeseed oil (canola also works)

- 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper

- 3 bowls

- 1 deep saucepan or mini fryer

In your first bowl, whisk together your egg + a pinch of your sea salt + water.

In a second bowl, combine your flour + black pepper.

In the third bowl, combine your Panko breadcrumbs + remaining sea salt.

You now have the bowls ready for your popper prep!

Roll goat cheese into small balls, no larger than about 1 tbsp. 

Roll each ball into the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture and finally evenly coat each in your Panko breadcrumbs.

Place the coated poppers in your freezer for around 20 or so minutes so they firm up. 

While they're busy firming up, heat your oil to 350º. 

When your poppers are nice and firm place them into the oil in small batches of 3-4 at a time. 

Cook until they're crispy + golden brown all over. 

Remove your poppers from the oil and drain them on a paper towel.

Place your finished poppers on a pretty plate, drizzle some extra honey on them 

and add dashes of crushed red peppers all over. 

Now pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy!

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A Modern Belle

Royal

Turban (Scarf): Street Market | Dress: Zara | Shoes: Zara

This outfit had me feeling AMAZING! I wore this back in February when I performed at a V-Day cafe and I'm glad I'm finally getting around to sharing it.

Peep the turban game though? Turbans will always be fashion heroes in my book. They're my best friend when my hair decides to do it's own thing (like it did this night). 

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A Modern Belle

Long Time No Post

I completely fell off from blogging.

For lack of a better term, I was "sick" from January until the beginning of April. (The last thing you want to be as a second semester college senior.) I dealt with crippling joint pains which, on bad days, left me virtually unable to walk but a few feet and, on good days, allowed me to shuffle around on crutches. It was rough but guess what? I'm back and better than ever, with a greater appreciation for the things that are often taken for granted......like walking, putting on pants, not carrying my Starbucks in my shirt pocket, and of course, being able to wear heels! 

I'm excited to get back to blogging, sharing my passion and trying out some new ideas! 

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A Modern Belle 

Leather Goods

Top: Zara | Jeans: Zara | Booties: H&M 

Clutch: Karmaloop | Necklace: Vintage 

Leather is absolutely one of my favorite fabrics. 

It can add that perfect edge and sophistication to my outfits.

Plus, since it's so versatile, it's easy to dress pieces up or down. 

This leather peplum top is definitely a favorite in my closet and I jump at any chance I get to wear it out. 

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A Modern Belle