Friday Roundup

Hello and happy Friday friends! My posting schedule has been a bit sporadic over the last few months and that’s due to work, both my full-time job and my side business, which I’m not complaining about at all because having actual clients that want us to help plan their weddings is a blessing – with that being said, I do want to maintain some sort of consistent blogging schedule so for a while I will be posting Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Since Monday’s and Friday’s are usually link-up’s – I’m going to do my best to change it up and not constantly share favorites on Friday’s and if the weekend’s just aren’t that exciting – I’ll have something else planned for that day! So with that little bit of housekeeping out of the way, here are my favorites from the week and linking up with Amanda!

Favorite Show

It might seem like every week I’m mentioning a different show, but there’s aren’t many shows on air right now that are must watch for me and when Gary and I can agree on a show it’s pretty miraculous! Prison Break is an older show, but there are 4 seasons so we have plenty to watch! This show is jam packed with action and is more of a thriller than I anticipated, which I love! Must watch on Netflix!

Favorite Recipe 

These chicken cakes are the perfect substitute for those non-seafood fans out there. I will be attempting to make these on Sunday and I’m pretty excited for the dipping sauce!

Favorite New Collection 

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Essie recently launched their new gel couture line and I have to say I’m intrigued. You can buy it now on Amazon, but the next time you’re in a salon give it a try…I know I will. I’m really interested to see how the new brush and formula work, especially on my nails that can’t hold a regular manicure for anything!

Favorite Look

Love everything about this look! The dress is just flowy enough, but the SHOES – those are amazing!

Favorite Links

// How to dress professionally in the heat

// Get the best brows

//  I didn’t know a few of these Facebook hacks

// All the best looks from the CMT Music Awards

Hope you have a wonderful weekend! 

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  1. Girl Meets Bow
    June 10, 2016 / 11:25 am

    Congratulations on all your clients- that's an exciting reason to be busy πŸ™‚ have a great weekend!

  2. a little bit of emily
    June 10, 2016 / 11:38 am

    So happy to hear your side business is going so well!! I love a good white dress and those shoes are a great punch of color. Happy Friday!

  3. sara [at] journey of doing
    June 10, 2016 / 11:41 am

    Other than the fact it's way to hot in Texas for that dress in the summer, I love it too!!

  4. Andrea Nine
    June 10, 2016 / 11:44 am

    Guess what? After the urging from our sons who had all watched all seasons, my husband and I started prison break last weekend. So far we watched 11 episodes and isn't it crazy how every single episode there is something so exciting going on! I just love it. I am so happy for you that business is good! I just got a little white dress kind of like that and I was wondering what shoes to wear with it, those are darling!! Have the BEST weekend sweetie!

  5. Jenn
    June 10, 2016 / 11:47 am

    Girl! I made those chicken cakes the other week and am sharing the recipe next week! They are DELICIOUS! I didn't make the sauce because it looked like way too many ingredients but instead made a chipotle mayo mix. I can give you what I did if you want, or you can do the sauce she recommends. Either way, the cakes are SO good!

  6. Julie @ Just the Joy's
    June 10, 2016 / 11:49 am

    I didn't know about most of those FB things! Interesting! Those chicken cakes look yummy! Definitely perfect for someone like me that doesn't like seafood! πŸ™‚

  7. Alexis @ Chemistry Cachet
    June 10, 2016 / 11:57 am

    I'm interested in the new essie line too! Loving all the colors! Have an awesome weekend!

  8. Sarita @ it's my girls' world
    June 10, 2016 / 12:04 pm

    Those shoes are beautiful! And so is that first picture!

  9. Rachel McCarthy
    June 10, 2016 / 12:15 pm

    What a fun idea to do chicken cakes! And love that they use remoulade sauce like crab cakes. Congratulations on all the clients and have a wonderful weekend!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  10. Evelina
    June 10, 2016 / 12:25 pm

    I'm dying to try the new Essie gel nail polish! Good luck with your busy schedule. It's great that your business and side business is blooming!
    Xo, Evelina @ Fortunate House

  11. Ashley G
    June 10, 2016 / 12:36 pm

    Ah that Essie polish looks perfect! I love all of those colors!

  12. Veronica-VeroSays!
    June 10, 2016 / 1:04 pm

    Prison Break is the best! Loved every second of it..! That white dress is fabulous! So many white choices lately! Happy Friday! Xo

  13. P!nky
    June 10, 2016 / 1:13 pm

    I hear you on the blogging schedule, sometimes it's just way too much. How fun the wedding planning business is taking off, so proud of you! The cakes and dipping sauce both sound delicious I can't wait for your review of both!

  14. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    June 10, 2016 / 1:20 pm

    Yes girl, I absolutely feel you on the posting schedule. I did three days this week, I pretty much think the first time since I started blogging and it was just because life has been insane. I definitely want to check out that gel line. Essie is one of my favs. Hope you have a great weekend doll xoxoxo

  15. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    June 10, 2016 / 1:27 pm

    It's definitely so hard to balance full-time job + blogging sometimes–I can't imagine what it's like when you essentially have 2 jobs! Those Essie polishes are seriously adorable-I need every color! Happy Friday girly!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  16. Zelle B.
    June 10, 2016 / 1:42 pm

    Sometimes revamping your blog schedule makes all the difference! It certainly has for me! Off to read that summer work wear article now!

    Zelle
    Southern Style

  17. CubicleCouture
    June 10, 2016 / 1:48 pm

    MWF sounds like the perfect blog schedule! I don't know how you balance it all!! And AMEN to the "How to Dress Professionally in the Heat" link– the sun is out and the temps are rising! Hope you have a great weekend and make today work, Rachel -CubicleCouture

  18. Meghan Conard
    June 10, 2016 / 1:54 pm

    Great roundup! Can't wait to try the new Essie polish! And that outfit is so cute! Hope you have a great weekend!
    xMC
    mc2squared.blogspot.com

  19. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    June 10, 2016 / 1:55 pm

    You just made my day with that chicken recipe! I might be making that for dinner tonight πŸ™‚ And LOVING that outfit, those shoes are amazing! Have an awesome weekend love! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  20. kerri @ cheshire kat
    June 10, 2016 / 2:00 pm

    ah i was just about to text you today if i didn't see a post from you πŸ˜‰ i have totally been on the mon/wed/fri train lately i get that! it's just too busy around our lives to stress about getting every post in. those polishes look appealing i'll def have to try them out! have a lovely weekend friend!

    xoxo cheshire kat

  21. Sierra @ Beautifully Candid
    June 10, 2016 / 2:06 pm

    Happy Friday! Your doing an amazing job with juggling everything you have going on. Those chicken cakes look amazing and all of those nail colors are so on point for summer! Have a great weekend xo Beautifully Candid

  22. Ashley Stephenson
    June 10, 2016 / 2:13 pm

    My husband and I watched Prison Break and we loved it!! Next spring they are coming out with another season! Don't watch the trailer until you have finished it yet, because it will ruin everything!!!!

  23. Chesson | Magnolia+Main
    June 10, 2016 / 2:17 pm

    Girl, I am right there with you on the M/W/F train! Sometimes life just gets too busy with all kinds of good things and blogging takes the backseat for a little bit. I've finally gotten to that point thanks to the wedding and the house… but it's a good problem to have πŸ˜‰ Happy Friday!

  24. Jillian
    June 10, 2016 / 2:20 pm

    adding prison break to my must watch list! xo jillian – cornflake dreams

  25. Julia
    June 10, 2016 / 2:27 pm

    Congratulations! So happy for you! Nice and interesting list you have here.

  26. Nina Kobi
    June 10, 2016 / 2:31 pm

    These chicken cakes look super delicious. I can't wait to purchase those Essi nail polishes.
    Nina
    ninasstyleblog.com

  27. Emily @ Beauty Blether
    June 10, 2016 / 2:36 pm

    So exciting that the wedding business is going well! Super happy for you lady – you work hard and deserve it! πŸ™‚

  28. Confessions of a Northern Belle
    June 10, 2016 / 2:36 pm

    Old Navy has a short sleeved dress that looks just like that one right now! It's so cute! And the chicken cakes look delicious.

    Stopping over from the link up – hope you can hop by my blog as well. Have a great weekend!
    confessionsofanorthernbelle.com/2016/06/friday-favorites-41/

  29. Kate at Green Fashionista
    June 10, 2016 / 2:49 pm

    I'm super excited about the new Essie gel line! CONGRATS on your new clients, can't wait to hear more about your growing business. Happy Friday gurlie <3
    Green Fashionista

  30. Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the Shoes
    June 10, 2016 / 2:55 pm

    Yay for a booming side business, that's awesome! I remember one year when Chuck got pretty sick and was off work for a week or so he watched a TON of Prison Break and was obsessed with it…haha. Enjoy your weekend Biana!

  31. Jalisa
    June 10, 2016 / 3:10 pm

    Keeping a consistent blogging schedule can be SO hard, especially since life can easily get so hectic! I think every other day is a great schedule, I'll be looking forward to reading your posts, as always! You've shared some pretty cool links, I love the Facebook hacks! How cool is that about the basketball emoji?! I don't know if I should share that with my hubby or not, haha! I hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead, gorgeous, and thanks so much for sharing!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  32. Anonymous
    June 10, 2016 / 3:16 pm

    I was SO excited to read about the new Essie collection. I love nail polish and Essie especially so I cannot wait to give them a try. Those chicken cakes look so delicious. Have an awesome weekend B!

  33. Rebecca Jo
    June 10, 2016 / 3:24 pm

    Look at you being so busy. That's great.
    My husband loves Prison Break – I need to watch it. Those 2 guys are also in marvel Legends of Tomorrow as criminal brothers πŸ™‚ My husband loves that.

  34. Cat Chat With Caren and Cody (Caren Gittleman)
    June 10, 2016 / 3:29 pm

    Happy you are busy but I sooo get it! I strive for just posting Mon, Wed and Fri myself….psssst…don't tell, but I wish more people did that! lol! Have a great weekend!! xoxo

  35. Kaitlin {Little Goodies Blog}
    June 10, 2016 / 3:31 pm

    Happy weekend!!! I've been so busy around here too, phew! Time for a vacation!!!

  36. Sarah Blodgett
    June 10, 2016 / 3:40 pm

    Essie gels have me intrigued!!
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    EverydayStarlet

  37. Blaire Bingham
    June 10, 2016 / 4:10 pm

    I have always wanted to make one of those floral ice buckets! It looks so pretty with a fancy bottle of champs! Maybe this summer I will give it a go! Great roundup!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  38. Pamela @ alittleglitter.com
    June 10, 2016 / 4:13 pm

    Being busy doing something you love is a great problem to have. πŸ™‚ That top picture has totally captivated my attention btw. Is that an ice bucket? I have never seen anything like that before! So cool!

  39. elle jo
    June 10, 2016 / 4:14 pm

    Thank you lord for posting the how to dress professionally in the heat!! This heat is killing me! I'm
    sweating like crazy! Or as my grandma would say "glistening" like crazy.

    liz @ j for joiner

  40. Kristina @ Ms.Modify
    June 10, 2016 / 4:24 pm

    I'm so excited to try that nail polish!

  41. Shannon Rice
    June 10, 2016 / 4:29 pm

    Oh definitely interested in that nail polish…I hope it's as good as it sounds! I've had to cut back on blogging as well. It was a little hard to deal with at first, but good for you that your wedding business is growing! Great things happening for you! Hope you have a great weekend Biana!

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

  42. Sparkles and Lattes
    June 10, 2016 / 4:29 pm

    I can't wait to try the nail polish. I paint my nails weekly when my husband is at his softball game and my girls are sleeping. I love that wine bottles cooler. So pretty. Have a great weekend.

  43. Nikki @ makeupHER
    June 10, 2016 / 4:30 pm

    It's so much harder to post regularly in the summer especially because there is so many things going on for everyone! Love Prison Break, such a good show and I don't know if you heard, but they are rebooting it with new episodes!!!! Oo I'll have to check out that new Essie line, regular manicures won't last for me either so I'm curious :)! Happy Friday!

  44. Ashley Lillis
    June 10, 2016 / 4:42 pm

    Oh man those chicken cakes look so delicious! I love crab cakes, so that sounds like a fun and new recipe to try out! We don't have a lot of shows on TV right now either, so the husband and I have started on multiple Netflix binges too!

  45. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    June 10, 2016 / 5:04 pm

    My posting schedule has been sporadic lately too! I need to get back into the swing of things. Glad y'all are getting more clients, that is so exciting!!! Essie's new collection is beautiful, I love their polishes and can't wait to give these a try!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lilyο»Ώ

  46. Annessa
    June 10, 2016 / 5:26 pm

    Great round up Biana – you always have the best recipes! I totally understand getting busy this time of the year, I don;t know what it is about spring but life always seems crazy!

    Annessa
    seekingsunshine.com

  47. Unknown
    June 10, 2016 / 6:15 pm

    Those chicken cakes look amazing and I'm obsessed with that LWD!

    Heidi || Wishes & Reality

  48. Missy
    June 10, 2016 / 6:24 pm

    It is your busy time and that is great that you have so much business! The Chicken cakes are right up my alley as I'm not a seafood lover. Have a great weekend!

  49. The Fashion Folks
    June 10, 2016 / 6:48 pm

    So the Essie collection look kind of like a pink and fluffy dream, love it! Xx

    thefashionfolks.com

  50. Unknown
    June 10, 2016 / 7:12 pm

    Lovely round up, the chicken recipe look sooo good! thanks for sharing!

    XoXo,

    Tamara – loveofMode.com

  51. The Lowcountry Mama
    June 10, 2016 / 7:22 pm

    I LOVE Prison Break I was so sad when it was over!!! Good for you for staying so busy with work and congratulations on your wedding clients =)

  52. According to Kiki
    June 10, 2016 / 7:39 pm

    I've found Monday, Wednesday, Friday to be pretty manageable for work and balancing my mom life. (; Hang in there! It's awesome your side business is taking off! I watched the first episode of Prison Break and really liked it! I'll be watching the rest soon! We are really enjoying the Daredevil series on Netflix. Essie gel, say wha???? You are the first to mention these!!!

  53. Dana Ivy
    June 10, 2016 / 8:13 pm

    Whoa new essie gel polish!! Had no idea how that so thanks for sharing Biana! Also, toooootally get trying to maintain a blog schedule! I always aim for monday weds and friday too but sometimes life happens! It is what it is! Have the best much deserved weekend my friend!!

    Xox Dana Ivy // iadorewhatilove.com

  54. Nadine
    June 10, 2016 / 9:18 pm

    I think a lot of people slow down around the summer. I know I probably will. The new Essie collection does look interesting. I will have to give it a try. Hope you have a great weekend!

  55. The Siberian American
    June 10, 2016 / 9:53 pm

    I'm so curious about that Essie line! Also, those chicken cakes sound delicious!

  56. Brianne
    June 10, 2016 / 11:39 pm

    Congrats on the clients! That's so exciting. I really love that look! The dress & shoes go perfectly together.

  57. Just Jess
    June 11, 2016 / 12:46 am

    Congrats on your busyness! That's such exciting news. I'm just getting back to blogging thanks to job things. I love that look-from the flowy dress to the colorful shoes! Jess at Just Jess

  58. Caroline The Petite Fashionista
    June 11, 2016 / 1:13 pm

    Totally hear you on the posting sporadically thing. I am so busy during the week I feel like I barely have any time to put a post together. Anyways.. those chicken cakes look delicious and I LOVE those shoes in that outfit!! I hope that you have a fab weekend!!

  59. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style Blog
    June 11, 2016 / 2:19 pm

    I've heard Prison Break is a great show. I need to download it so we have something to binge watch on a rainy day. Those chicken cakes look amazing and I love that Esse collection!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

  60. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    June 11, 2016 / 7:15 pm

    That dress is perfect for summer. And those chicken cakes look awesome!

  61. Carly
    June 11, 2016 / 8:26 pm

    That outfit is so cute– I love the shoes and the dress and earrings are so pretty too! Yay for the wedding business picking up– I feel like it's definitely harder to post as often during the summer months. I hope you guys are having a good weekend.

  62. Christina Lea Loves
    June 11, 2016 / 9:24 pm

    the chicken cakes sounds amazing! I do love crab cakes but as far as seafood crab is lower on my favorites list and I see us trying that recipe really soon! Hope your weekend is going great!

  63. Unknown
    June 12, 2016 / 3:45 am

    Oh I hadn't seen the new essie line! Thanks for posting about it πŸ™‚

  64. Katherine
    June 12, 2016 / 7:28 am

    You are looking so elegant dear!
    vickydressy.ch

  65. Karly @ What Karly Said
    June 12, 2016 / 5:02 pm

    I'm a huge fan of crab cakes, but those chicken cakes look amazing – can't wait to hear how they turned out. And, thanks for another show recommendation – you always have the best ones!

  66. Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    June 12, 2016 / 7:49 pm

    Essie's new gel line is very intriguing! I'll have to check it out.

    Ashley
    acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

  67. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    June 12, 2016 / 8:45 pm

    I am totally looking forward to hearing your review of these chicken cakes! Essie's new gel line is really interesting. And woo hoo for your awesome side job! Hope you had a great weekend, girl! xo, Champagne&Suburbs

  68. Maria
    June 13, 2016 / 4:51 am

    I found this white dress so great. i need it badly,
    ootdchannel.com/

  69. Hollie
    June 13, 2016 / 9:34 am

    Hope you had a great weekend! I'm a sucker for a white lacy dress, I love it πŸ™‚

  70. Elle Sees
    June 13, 2016 / 1:18 pm

    I've got to find those Essie polishes–thanks for the Amazon info. I tried to track them down this weekend and couldn't find them!

  71. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    June 14, 2016 / 8:06 pm

    ooooh those chicken cakes look good! my mum makes these things called tuna patties, which look similar but obviously tuna. i feel you on being busy at work and whatnot.. i don't have a set blogging schedule but i certainly can't do 5 days, plus keep up with other blogs and you know, life. haha.

  72. Elegance and Mommyhood
    June 14, 2016 / 10:29 pm

    Biana, I watched Prison Break on the Summer after the second season had already aired. Back when Blockbuster was still very popular. I rented it on a whim and the first DVD had the first 4 episodes. I ended up watching all 4 in a row and went back to Blockbuster the same day and rented the other two DVDs. Needless to say I was hooked. To this day it is one of my most favorite drama+action TV Shows. In my top 5 for sure. If you are looking for a fantastic, great-acted, drama-packed current prison show, watch Wentworth where you can currently find all 3 seasons while the 4th season is currently airing. I have talked about that show so much on the blog and it is superb. BTW, a reunion of Prison Break (10-12 episodes) are taping this year. Once the show is over, let me know how you felt.

    That chicken cake and remoulade dish sounds amazing and how gorgeous ins that LWD outfit?!

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