Happy Saturday! We booked a trip to New Orleans for mid-March, so this weekend is all about researching the best activities for day (we have evening drinks on lock!), planning my outfits, and scouting out the best Instagram locations! Have you been to the Big Easy? What would you recommend that we see and do? I can’t wait to take tons of photos of the colorful houses like this one!

OSCAR WORTHY: I much prefer television over movies, but I do get into the Oscars for the clothes. Here are some of the top Oscar fashion moments of all time.

GO GREEN: You’re better than green beer. St. Patrick’s Day will be here before you know it, but there’s still enough time to perfect these recipes for green cocktails that don’t need food coloring to be festive.

PORK INSIDE: How cute are these illustrations meant to ease the language barrier in Japan?

SALE ALERT: You can snag my favorite spring earrings (perhaps in pink?) for 30% off now through March 3 with code COLOR. The code applies to all non-sale items.

ALL EARS: It’s time to ditch that statement necklace. Earrings took center stage at the AW17 runways. And, while we’re speaking of ears, the Oscars have been the perfect time for celebs to grab your ear when it comes to political statements. I’m sure we’ll have at least one on Sunday.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT:

• I wore a dress with the prettiest pleated details. It’s a shame it’s now too cold to wear it again soon!
• There was a covetable selection of crisp white and cobalt blue for spring. (Those loafers, right?!)
• Closet cleaning is in full swing. Here are my tips, along with my favorite classic wardrobe items.
• I bought this affordable dress for NOLA! I didn’t link it on Instagram, but you can snag it here. It runs true to size.

ON MY WISH LIST:
I have a private Pinterest board for pieces I’m seriously considering adding to my wardrobe. This is what I have my eye on this week.

NYFW: The psychological toll of getting dressed for New York Fashion Week as told by fashion editors.

GENDER STUDIES: A recent study shows that girls start having gendered beliefs about intelligence when they’re just six years old.

LAUNDER: Winter is still in full swing. Take care of your sweaters with these tips.

LIPSTICK: Stop testing lipstick shades by swiping them across the top of your hand. There’s a better way.

WIN IT: There are just a few days left to win a sweet charm necklace from Helen Ficalora! The sterling silver pendant and chain retail for $120. Enter here!

FOLLOW: Start following this Instagram account.

BUY: This tote looks much more expensive than it actually is.

IN CASE  YOU MISSED IT:

• Ten wardrobe essentials every woman should own.
• Coveting items with interesting details and embellishments.
• I wore a mint coat in Milwaukee last weekend.
• Picked up my favorite flowers at the grocery store.
• Tried and loved this face peel.

INSTA: The next time you’re in the Windy City, make it your mission to check out a few of these Instagram-worthy locations.

LEARN MORE: This week, Hitha wrote a wonderful post about how Planned Parenthood works and shared four things you need to know about the health care provider.

YES, BUT: What happens when you’re excited to marry the love of your life, but the ring isn’t up to par?

LET THERE BE LIGHT: I need this brass floor lamp in my life. While home purchases aren’t prudent until we buy a house, I’m sure we’ll find a spot for this beauty. (Here, Target, take all of my money. Again.)

MEET AGGRETSUKO: I’ve always had a soft spot for Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters. The new office-working red panda, Aggretsuko, just might be my favorite one yet.

YUM: Not only do these chicken gyros look amazing, they’re easy to prepare in a slow cooker. Make a big batch and bring it with you to the office for lunch next week.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT:

• Goals for 2017!
• The warmest winter coat I own.
• Budget baubles that don’t sacrifice style.
• Yes, I totally froze to wear this outfit sans tights. #DoItForTheBlog

TRIP PLANNING: We’re busy making our travel plans for 2017 and this post is the ultimate escape eye candy. So far, we’re considering Arizona in March (I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon), a long, lazy weekend beachside, and a summer trip to Europe (possibly London).

SHOP: The post-holiday sale at Gorjana continues to be the most tempting thing ever with deeply discounted baubles. They’re perfect for layering together or with your statement-making pieces. I ordered this and I’m tempted to add this to my collection, too.

OOPS: Take a trip down memory lane with 2016’s most awkward fashion moments.

SHOPPING MISTAKES: Personal shoppers weigh in on the 30 shopping mistakes we all make — and how to avoid them.

PARTY PERFECT: Can these flats be any more perfect? I’m thisclose to buy them, but I can’t decide between yellow or pink. I’m leaning toward yellow because it’s more unexpected.

FITNESS TIPS: Easy ways to stay healthy on your next adventure.

HEALTHY EATING: Now that the holiday cookies are finished, it’s time to start eating healthy again. Liz shared 10 healthy recipes to try in the new year.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT:

• My final budget update of the year.
• Favorite outfit posts from 2016.

‘ROUND THE BLOGS: I’m thinking of adding a link-up to the “Weekend Reading” posts for you to share your favorite blog posts from the past week. Yay? Nay? Thoughts?