Recent Posts

15 festive holiday party outfits

15 festive holiday party outfits15 festive holiday party outfitsNovember 28, 2023 at 11:46AMSharing a roundup of cute and festive outfits for holiday parties this season.Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re enjoying the morning! We’re back in the swing of things after our trip and looking forward to upcoming holiday events, festivities, and travels. What are you looking forward to right now? I’m so excited for our annual staycation at the Scottsdale Princess and taking the girls to see the Nutcracker in Phoenix.For today, I wanted to talk about cute and festive holiday outfits! While I don’t *love* winter attire (give me summer dresses and sandals any day), I definitely love party clothes. The holiday season is filled with sparkles, plaid, red, leather accents, and I’m into ALL of it.Today, I’m sharing a roundup of 15 festive holiday party outfits!(this dress is…

Continue Reading15 festive holiday party outfits

Holiday Simmer Pot Recipe

Holiday Simmer Pot RecipeHoliday Simmer Pot RecipeNovember 27, 2023 at 06:37PMHoliday Simmer Pot Recipe My favorite way to make holiday cheer is with stovetop potpourri! Let this holiday simmer pot simmer all day long to keep your house smelling fresh and delicious. We first posted this stovetop potpourri recipe a few years ago on Instagram and it went absolutely viral and rightfully so. Not only is this holiday simmer … Browse READ: Holiday Simmer Pot RecipeContinue Reading…Author Lee Funke | citywomen.coSelected by CWC

Continue ReadingHoliday Simmer Pot Recipe

Ginger Molasses Cookies [Lightened-Up]

Ginger Molasses Cookies [Lightened-Up]Ginger Molasses Cookies [Lightened-Up]November 27, 2023 at 04:55PMA recipe for ginger molasses cookies, made with unrefined coconut sugar, light on the butter and a zesty spice mix. Sub gluten-free flour for a gluten-free alternative or keep regular for an equally delicious cookie recipe, lightened-up! Looking for a healthy alternative to classic ginger molasses cookies? Look no further than this lightened-up version! As a professional food blogger for over 10 years I’ve gotten quite a bit of experience baking up healthier alternatives to holiday classics. This ginger molasses cookie recipe just might be my favorite Christmas cookie recipe. They’re soft and chewy and perfectly cracked along the top. Fun fact: one of my favorite cookies in the world is the Starbucks Ginger Molasses Cookies. Holy cow those are good. From time to time I might buy one but it’s actually not…

Continue ReadingGinger Molasses Cookies [Lightened-Up]

Gingerbread Chia Pudding

Gingerbread Chia PuddingGingerbread Chia PuddingNovember 27, 2023 at 04:40PMAn easy and festive holiday recipe for gingerbread chia pudding! Get the taste of everyone’s favorite Christmas cookie with the benefits and heartiness of chia seeds in this delicious breakfast or snack recipe. Looking for a healthier alternative to gingerbread cookies? Look no further than this gingerbread chia pudding! As someone who loves and has quite the history in “healthifying” recipes, I promise you won’t be disappointed by this delicious alternative. Even better? This Gingerbread Chia Pudding can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack or even as dessert! It requires minimal ingredients and no baking so it’s time to grab you mixing bowl because this chia pudding awaits! Ingredients Needed: How to Make Gingerbread Chia Pudding It doesn’t get much easier than this! All you need is a little time and patience to make…

Continue ReadingGingerbread Chia Pudding

Ginger Carrot Soup

Ginger Carrot SoupGinger Carrot SoupNovember 27, 2023 at 03:23PMThis delicious Ginger Carrot Soup recipe made from roasted carrots and freshly minced ginger makes a flavorful and healthy vegan soup recipe without all the gimmicks! Allow carrots to shine with the kick of ginger for a healthy spin on classic carrot ginger soup. The last few weekends, C and I have paid trips to various Farmer’s Markets. Visiting farmer’s markets is basically my favorite pass-time. It’s pretty much impossible for me to NOT visit a farmer’s market in a new city. It’s also impossible for me to not spend all of my monthly earnings there either… So often we are disconnected from the food we eat. We forget that food is in theory supposed to come from the earth. I honestly think the best way to encourage people to eat healthier is to plop…

Continue ReadingGinger Carrot Soup

Chocolate Orange Ricotta Cookies

Chocolate Orange Ricotta CookiesChocolate Orange Ricotta CookiesNovember 26, 2023 at 10:00AMChocolate Orange Ricotta Cookies These chocolate orange ricotta cookies have the most wonderful flavor and texture, and they’ll easily be a crowd pleaser for any holiday cookie exchange. The secret? Ricotta cheese! After one bite, these chewy cookies will be the only thing you’ll be thinking about this holiday season. Let’s give a warm welcome to your new favorite … Browse READ: Chocolate Orange Ricotta CookiesContinue Reading…Author Linley Hanson | citywomen.coSelected by CWC

Continue ReadingChocolate Orange Ricotta Cookies

Maple Hot Toddy

Maple Hot ToddyMaple Hot ToddyNovember 25, 2023 at 10:00AMMaple Hot Toddy This maple hot toddy is soul-soothing and the perfect hot cocktail to warm you up this winter season. Let’s face it, we midwestern gals gotta stay warm during the winter, which is why you have to make our maple hot toddy recipe! Typically I like to drink our apple cider hot toddy because it is … Browse READ: Maple Hot ToddyContinue Reading…Author Lee Funke | citywomen.coSelected by CWC

Continue ReadingMaple Hot Toddy

Lululemon’s Viral Everywhere Belt Bag Is Back in Stock and on Sale

Lululemon’s Viral Everywhere Belt Bag Is Back in Stock and on SaleNovember 24, 2023 at 06:05PMChances are, you’re highly familiar with lululemon’s Everywhere Belt Bag ($38). Similar to the activewear retailer’s “BBL” jacket, the versatile wardrobe essential is quite literally famous on social media, particularly TikTok and Instagram. It’s become so popular that countless brands have come out with lesser-price dupes to keep up with the crossbody bag hype, and it’s nearly impossible for lululemon to keep it in stock. But we’re happy to report that at the time of writing, it’s been fully restocked, and it’s available in some new color options, too (including a tie-dye option for spring). Ahead, I break down everything you need to know about the popular bag - and why you need it.What I Like About the lululemon Everywhere Belt BagI’ll be honest, I initially purchased the…

Continue ReadingLululemon’s Viral Everywhere Belt Bag Is Back in Stock and on Sale

Shop the Season’s Best Winter Coats – Some Are on Sale For Black Friday

Shop the Season’s Best Winter Coats - Some Are on Sale For Black FridayNovember 24, 2023 at 05:25PMFashion-lovers know that come winter, their coat is the statement-making piece of their outfits. You could be wearing couture or pajamas, but the coat speaks first, and it’s important to get it right. When the temperature dips, you want to have a few styles at the ready, and these are the 13 winter coats we like this year. Let’s face it, it’s almost inevitable that the coats you fall in love with will be sold out when you really need them, and the only true antidote to this dilemma is to be prepared and shop now, because like it or not, winter is fast approaching. And with Black Friday now in full force, this is actually the perfect time to shop (and save on) the winter…

Continue ReadingShop the Season’s Best Winter Coats – Some Are on Sale For Black Friday

11 Abercrombie Jeans on Sale For Black Friday That Explain the TikTok Obsession

11 Abercrombie Jeans on Sale For Black Friday That Explain the TikTok ObsessionNovember 23, 2023 at 10:40PMYou can never have enough pairs of comfortable and stylish jeans, and as shopping editors, we’re always on the hunt for the best ones. TikTok has been obsessed with Abercrombie’s assortment of jeans for quite some time. In fact, the brand gained a whole new crop of fans and admirers after they spotted the brand’s on Francia RaĂ­sa’s character in “How I Met Your Father.” Abercrombie’s Essential Scoopneck Tank is also an editor-favorite wardrobe essential, and it pairs beautifully with the brand’s denim lineup. If you want to try these fan-favorite jeans for yourself, we curated some of the top styles you need in your closet. The best part? These styles are on sale during Abercrombie’s Black Friday Sale. Abercrombie jeans are super flattering, comfortable, and most…

Continue Reading11 Abercrombie Jeans on Sale For Black Friday That Explain the TikTok Obsession