I’m not sure it would be considered Mayhem if Monday Mayhem was actually posted on schedule.

Life these past few weeks has been incredibly busy. And by life, I mean work. I’m in Product Development for a major retailer and this week is our Spring ’14 Line Review. Which is basically code word for late nights, no personal life, and lots of lattes.

I truly envy those fashion bloggers that always appear to have it together no matter what life throws at them. Exhibit A.

No fear, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Next weekend is VEGAS! If you remember from many Monday Mayhem’s ago, my best friend’s bridal party and I are heading to Sin City for her last fling before the ring.

But, that means I must be on my A-game for my Mother’s Day Present. Etsy is my best friend.

Especially after seeing this.

I just purchased my new swimsuit last night. Talk about last minute! (Preview to come next week).

Follow me on Instagram and catch up from last weekend!

I love this duvet.

The boyfriend and I rented this move last night. Really good!

On this weekend’s movie list: this one.

New York Times best-sellers book list.

These little guys are completely necessary for Summer.

Awesome Spring Jacket post.

That’s all for tonight!

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

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Happy Monday All-time to jump right in!

I’m glad to report in that I accomplished all but one of my Weekend Itinerary from last Friday. The reading part gets me every time.

This weekend the boyfriend and I checked off a new restaurant from our list. Voted Madison’s best multiple years in a row. Their fish fry is bomb!

We spent Saturday night catching up on a few movies we wanted to watch. One being The Paperboy with Zac Efron and Nicole Kidman. A few parts were hard to watch (or just weird) but Zac and Nicole were amazing in this. I have a new found love for Zac Efron and his shirtless performances

As if we didn’t do enough eating this weekend, I had to show the boyfriend my beloved fro-yo spot (frozen yogurt). No worries, I ddn’t know what it meant until I moved to Mad-town.

I’ve tried a few MAC mascara’s-but I still love the first one the best. They have an Extra Black version that I went for this time around.

I’ve been doing some shopping for my Las Vegas trip coming up in three weeks (finalllly). My theme is something along the lines of Boho/hippie goes Rock with maxi dresses, bangles, head pieces, hi-low tops and chambray.

Sunday I went to brunch with a couple of my girlfriends at a place I’ve heard rave reviews about. It was a cash-only restaurant and right then I knew it must be amazing (because all are!). I seriously am still thinking about those pancakes. Must-go-back.

A bit of my weekend from Instagram:

{Brandy Old Fashions + Fish Fry}

{The can’t-live-without fro-yo}

{Part of my painting project on Saturday with New Glarus in hand}

{Sunay Brunch OOTD}

Have a great week!

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

Happy Monday All!

This weekend the boyfriend and I tried a new restaurant in Madison. (Plus side: It’s literally a hop, skip and a jump from our place).

I have been on the prowl for a white cake stand. Again, the man hours put into searching for the perfect one is something I’m embarrassed to even talk about. However, I found it this weekend!

I’d like just about one of everything from that store. It’s a good thing the boyfriend was with to push me along because I could have stayed all day.

The best friend’s bridal shower is this weekend and Saturday I spent the afternoon crafting in preparation. I’ll have pictures to post next week!

Who watched the ACM Awards last night?

Honestly, I would have to say it was one of the best award shows I’ve seen in a long time. Country music is what I grew up on and being able to see George Strait and Garth Brooks perform together was awesome.

I shed a few tears when I saw Luke Bryan win Entertainer of the Year. His honest and heartfelt (or tearful) reaction was adorable.

Here is a glimpse of my weekend from Instagram:

{Saturday Afternoon Crafting}

{In honor of my newly purchased cake stand, I had to bake one on Sunday}

{The weather was finally in the 60′s over the weekend so the boyfriend and I took full advantage}

I’m in need of a new pair of sunglasses and can’t decide between option 1 ,2, or 3. I’m kind of leaning towards the aviators.

We are finally investing in a juicer. After all of the Starbucks smoothies we bought this weekend, I think the boyfriend and I finally realized it’s a necessity.

That’s all for now-Have a great week!

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

Happy Monday! I mean…Wednesday.

Yup, one of those weeks again.

Week #4 is officially under my belt. No shopping mission complete! These four weeks have taught me to be a rational shopper over impulsive. And that means putting items in my closet that will really make a difference. If I don’t buy this today, will I think about it three days from now?

With that, it’s time to prep for Vegas in May! Oh the options…

Must have: basic maxi dress for walking the strip

And this is beyond amazing. Minus the price tag.

Must have: neutral sandals for the pool

And I’m beyond obsessed with these.

Must have: a pair of basic sunglasses.

In the Milwaukee area for Easter and looking for a place to brunch?

A glimpse of my weekend from Instagram:

{Mini Cadbury eggs + Essie Mint Candy Apple}

{Finished product + My Grandma’s vintage ring from 1958}

{Best Friend’s bridal shower cake}

My favorite healthy snacks of the week:
 Pita chips + veggie dip
Yogurt + fresh fruit + granola
Clementine’s

Dinner: I’m a little obsessed with rice + sauteed veggies wrapped in a wheat tortilla.

That’s all for today!

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

Can you believe it!!! I have made it three full weeks without shopping. THREE. It’s hard, but really not as hard as I anticipated. Onto week #4!

This weekend the boyfriend and I tried out a new restaurant. Top 5 of Madison for sure. The best part: desserts in shot glasses!

On Sunday, one of my best friends and I went to the New Glarus Brewery. We even made our own 6-pack! So cool. They’re adding 15,000 square feet to the facility in August and I’d love to go back.

My favorite New Glarus beer.

A glimpse of my weekend from Instagram:

{Stone Fire Pizza + Wine. The boyfriend had a Sirloin + Brandy Old Fashioned. Delish}

{Fri Night’s OOTD: Polka dot sweater + knit cardigan + OPI Pink Friday Nail Polish}

{Saturday night tacos + margaritas}

{The bestie and me at the New Glarus Brewery}

Just because I’m on a shopping timeout, doesn’t mean I don’t look…

I love this watch!

I really love this Spring line from Mother.

See you all on Wednesday!

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

Woah, Monday! It would be great if you could not be so crazy and I could have a chance to blog before 8pm.

Week #2 of no shopping is behind me and I’m onto week #3! Bam.

However, I notice I spend more time in the grocery store. With that comes studying ingredients I have no idea what they are in hopes that I dream up a great new recipe!

This week is very busy at the office. But, when busy weeks come it usually means business dinners. And I am a-ok with that.

A little glimpse of my weekend from Instagram:

{Sunday afternoon baking. I made Cowboy Cookies while I visited with my family + grandpa in the kitchen}

{My little basset hound that will never let me take a picture of him. He knows exactly what I’m doing every time-little bugger}

{Freshly painted manicure (Nail Polish from TopShop) and a Wildberry Smoothie from McDonald’s. I actually can’t believe I said the “M” word, but that’s one thing I can’t say no to!}

When I got this email last week, I just about peed. Of excitement of course. September 24th is officially on my calendar.

I love this new color!

So, I’ve tuned in to the Bachelor a few times here and there. (I promise, this is my only opinion on trashy tv). Enough to have an opinion on who he should choose. I honestly wish Lindsay was the one he had picked.

This video cracks me up, but there is truth to it. I’m a firm believe you can judge a man by his shoes.

Vegas in t-minus 8 weeks. I’m obsessed with this swimsuit.

That’s all for this Monday!

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

Happy Monday! I may be a bit more enthusiastic about today given that it’s technically my Tuesday. It’s a short week at the office this week because I’m taking Friday off to come home and spend time with my family + celebrate my younger sister’s birthday!

Speaking of birthdays, last week was a pretty special week for me. Friends, family and co-workers took time out of their day to make my birthday feel special. My friends and family also travelled up to Madison for the weekend.

 A few Instagram pics from my weekend to work week.

{Brunch with my sister and girlfriends on Saturday Morning at one of my favorite spots in Madison}

{The boyfriend surprised me this weekend with homemade white chocolate strawberries and a black + gold (my go-to colors) bracelet from my fave, Michael Kors.}

{Today’s Monday Blues are cured by freshly painted nails from Essie (here and here) and Starbucks}

{Healthy Lunch: Spinach leaves, bleu cheese crumbles, cashews, crutons, and light olive oil. Trying later this week with a Raspberry Vinaigrette}

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

February is a special month for me. Not just because my birthday and Valentine’s Day happen to fall in the same week-but there are a lot of other exciting things that take place to make Winter not seem as long. NYFW is one of them and it’s my favorite event for the entire year! The fact that it’s always over my birthday also makes it that much sweeter. Because I couldn’t be there this year, it’s making me crave a summer trip just for inspiration alone.

A few new flicks the boyfriend and I watched this weekend: Here and here

The first one was a great movie. I have a new obsession with Jake Gyllenhaal. I thought the second was ok only because it was far too predictable and a little lengthy.

The boyfriend is no longer an Apple Virgin! Yayy. He purchased his first device this weekend but I’m a little worried he’s far too obsessed already.

Do you have a “happy place?” You know, the places you go to and no matter the day you come out feeling warm and fuzzy? I have definitely concurred that mine are: Starbucks, Target and J.Crew. Who knew a girl could get so excited over a new Essie nail polish (post to come) and a warm latte with your name scribbled on the side?

Check out a bit of my weekend on Instagram.

I’m on the hunt for new leather riding boots. I bought my Etienne Aigner boots last year and have already worn them out. I had too much love for them this season.

The restaurant I’ve been dying to try in Madison. A few co-workers and I are having dinner there this week.

Are you looking to spice up your workouts a little bit? I’ve added this total body workout to my weekly routine.

A must-have jewelry piece that I’ve been drooling over.

Is it weird that I like these? Because I totally do!

That’s all for Monday! Stay tuned for Wednesday’s post.

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

Another snowy Monday! I love Wisconsin, but sometimes I wish that I was raised in a warm climate. Like, all year round.

Who watched the Super Bowl last night?

My ultimate favorite, favorite commercial was this one.

Love this little Super Bowl highlight of the night in case you missed anything.

I’m looking to subscribe to a few magazines for monthly inspirations. A few that are in the running: one, two, three.

I went to this party on Thursday night. I am so excited to try my freezer meals. The best part is they are all natural!

Check out a little bit of my weekend on Instagram!

A current obsession for Spring.

I am so excited for this! It will be the fourth year my girlfriends and I attend.

That’s all until Wednesday. Have a good week!

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB

Happy, Happy Monday!

We had an ice storm here in Wisconsin, which resulted in a lovely added 45 minutes to my commute this morning. Ah, the Wisco weather.

After reading Jasmine Star’s review of the ALT summit in Utah this weekend-I want to attend the one in NY this summer!

Speaking of travelling, the girlfriends and I are making a trip here this Summer. I have always, always wanted to go for the live (amazing) music, southern charm, and down home food! Hoping we can make it work for the CMA Music Festival weekend.

The extremely sad news of a fire at a Brazil night club that killed over 200 people.

Check out a bit of my weekend on Instagram.

Madison Restaurant week was great! I absolutely loved the restaurant we tried.

My next must-try is this French Restaurant right next door!

So obsessed with this blouse.

Coming up this week on the blog–Inspiration board for my bestie’s bridal shower! Eeeeek.

See ya’ll Wednesday.

Sincerely,

THE GIRL IN THE YELLOW CAB