Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

Hello Everyone!

Happy St. Patrick's Day! There are so many ways to celebrate, but one of my favorites is Lucky Charms for breakfast but just the marshmallows. I am wearing a monogrammed sweatshirt from Marleylilly because the weather went from a hint of spring, right back to winter. I guess the groundhog was right. My dog's collar is from Country Club Prep. If you email me at prepbysophia@gmail.com, I will send you an exclusive 21% off discount code. 

Enjoy!

New Country Club Prep Arrivals + Coupon Code

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If you didn't know, I am a Country Club Prep Representative. This means I have an exclusive 21% off discount code. Email me at prepbysophia@gmail.com and I will email you the code! Or, you can also DM me on twitter and my username is @prepbysophia. CountryClubPrep.com is your place for all of your favorite brands, including Jack Rogers, Vineyard Vines, KJP and Southern Proper.

Country Club Prep just got in some new items in and they are all prefect for the upcoming season. Below, are only some of the new items as they received new swimwear, shirts, jewelry, shoes and more. Also, shipping is free which is great!
Everything in the picture is linked below. Be sure to email me at prepbysophia@gmail.com for an exclusive 21% off discount code.
Enjoy!
Southern Proper Shirt
State Necklace
Lauren James Dress
Vineyard Vines CCP Shirt
Mint Jack Rogers
Southern Proper Hat
KJP The Pearl Sailor Bracelet

Coffee Break with Sophia // Current Favorites

A coffee break is a great way to connect with friends over a nice cup of piping hot coffee. Today, I'm doing the same except through a computer/phone screen. So grab a cup of coffee and let's chat.

Today I will be sharing with y'all my current favorites. 

Fashion

         1) Old Navy Pineapple Sweater- This grey sweater is adorned with pineapples making this the perfect spring sweater. It's great for coffee dates, brunch, or a while getting things done #productivity. Being a light sweater, it is perfect for the winter to spring transition piece. 

        2)  Francesca's Jogger Pants - I recently saw jogger pants styled on Pinterest and I loved them! Jogger pants are a great way to be comfortable, but not be in your pajamas. I am a firm believer in dressing for success and if you are studying in pajamas, you will feel like curling up on the couch and watching Netflix hours on end. However, joggers prevent this while still be comfortable. I usually pair these pants with a graphic t-shirt or a sweatshirt with Birkenstocks.

3) Woolly Threads Sweatshirt - Recently I purchased a Woolly Threads Sweatshirt at a college I toured and loved. This sweatshirt is not only adorable, it's also extremely comfortable. If you are in a sorority or are in college, they have collegiate and greek life apparel. They also have Woolly Color Sweatshirts for those who choose to have their sweatshirt without a collegiate or greek life design. 

4) Monogrammed Baseball Hat - Recently I have been wearing my monogrammed baseball hat 

with a low ponytail. They add a simple yet preppy, cute touch to any outfit. 

Food

  1) Pipcorn - As seen on Shark Tank, this mini popcorn is gluten-free, vegan, non-gmo, and all natural. I live a dairy-free lifestyle so all of these food items will be dairy-free or vegan. They can be ordered directly from the website or Whole Foods. They even have a cheddar flavor that is non-dairy. 

 2) Surf Sweets - I'm not one for candy, but oh my goodness! Surf Sweets makes allergy friendly, organic candy and it is absolutely amazing. I recently tried the Fruity Hearts for Valentine's Day, however they have gummy bears, jelly beans, and more. 

      3) Vegan Shepherd's Pie - Recently, I stumbled upon Vegan Shepherd's Pie at Whole Food's Hot Bar. I tried it and it was amazing. Filled with veggies and beans, topped with mashed potatoes, it would be wrong not to put it on this list. I have linked a recipe as Whole Foods has switched this meal out for a different one. Whole Foods creates meals based on a certain country on a weekly bases and they just changed to a different country.

   4)  Lilly x Starbucks S'well (Allegro Coffee) - I have been loving my new S'well bottle as it keeps my coffee at the perfect temperature. Secondly, I have been loving Allegro Coffee in my S'well. I love trying new coffee because but first, coffee. I always have my coffee black with a small amount of soy milk. 

Be sure to follow me on Twitter and Instagram. I hope you enjoyed this coffee break where I shared my current favorites.  

                                   

Daniel Wellington Watches

Watches are a staple in crafting a great look. Whether you pair your watch with bangles, a charm bracelet, or on it's on as a statement. Male or female, watches are not only a way to tell the time, but can add to a look. Today I'm sharing about my favorite watches which are Daniel Wellington Watches. 

Top watch pictured is the men's classic watch. Bottom watch pictured is the Classic Southampton 36mm women's watch. 

Daniel Wellington Watches are extremely versatile as you can switch out the bands. I love when a piece in my wardrobe is multi-functional. I own the Classic Southampton 36mm Women's Watch. They have a few different women's styles of watches to fit everyone's style. The first is the Classic which I own. The face is well - classic - as the name states. The next is Classic Black. These black watches are simply stunning with seven band styles to chose from. The next style is Classy. These are similar to the Classic, however instead feature Swarovski crystal index. Lastly, is the Dapper style. With a Roman Numeral index and the date, this watch surely makes a statement.

In previous blog posts I have styled Daniel Wellington watches with my outfit, but let me know if you want to see a post dedicated to how I style them, arm candy and all! 

Every bolded word indicates a style type, and when clicked, will transport you to the webpage of that specific style. 

Enjoy!

Tried and True Blue Oxford

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Today I am sharing with you guys a look featuring my tried and true blue oxford. This look is a great transition outfit from winter to spring. I also have been loving my S'well bottle, but if you haven't gotten your hands on one, check out my last post to see ways to find one. The reason my oxford is my tried and true, is because it can be layered, dressed up or down, and really customizable to fit the look you want. 

My blue oxford is from Gap and I paired them with my pink and white shorts from Target. My sparkly silver shoes are from Jack Rogers. My watch is from Daniel Wellington and my dainty pink bracelet is from Polo Ralph Lauren. I am also wearing my fossil charm bracelet. As always, what I'm wearing will be linked below or an item similar. 

Enjoy!

Blue Oxford: Gap //Glitter Jack Rogers//Pink and White Shorts: Target -Similar //Charm Bracelet: Fossil// Watch: Daniel Wellington // Dainty Pink Bracelet: Polo Ralph Lauren - This was a gift with purchase but I linked a similar style. 

How To Find A Lilly Pulitzer x Starbucks S'well

Ahh the elusive Lilly Pulitzer x Starbucks S'well bottles. With four never before seen prints, these bottles have been popping up on Ebay. On Ebay, they are being sold anywhere from $60 for one to the nearly $300 for the whole set of four. And get this, they're selling. If you are not interested in purchasing yours from Ebay, below are tips on how to find a Lilly Pulitzer x Starbucks S'well water bottle. 

Call The Actual Starbucks Retailer: Although this may come as an obvious tactic to some, it's important that you pull up a list of Starbuck's store in your area. Even if you don't live in a certain area where they have them, you may have a friend who does. When you call, state your name and that you were inquiring to see if they have any Lilly Pulitzer x Starbucks S'well bottle. If they (sadly) report they don't, thank them for their time, and continue your search. If they do in which case congratulations, ask them which pattern they have left. Above is the picture of all the prints and honestly they are all gorgeous no matter which pattern you find. Select your pattern and tell them to place it on hold under your name. If you live locally it won't be a problem of them holding it. However, if you live quite a distance away, ask them to place it on hold until the end of the day and be sure to get it before closing time. Otherwise, they may take it off hold and sell it so someone else.

Go in With A Friend: Personally, this how I found my Lilly Pulitzer x Starbucks S'well bottle. One of my friends used the above method, and was able to purchase the Palm Beach Jungle pattern. However, when she asked if I was looking for one I of course replied with an enthusiastic yes! I called the same Starbucks she placed her's on hold at, and asked them to hold another water bottle under her name. As I mentioned before, they only had the Palm Beach bottle left, however this was my favorite pattern so I was ( and still am ) thrilled! This Starbucks isn't too far away, but a friend picked up both of bottles for us. You don't have to just call though, you can go into that local Starbucks store you pass on the way to work or school. So what does this mean for you? Ask your friend if she is looking for one as well. If so, you both can call and visit stores that are near the both of you. If one of you stumbles upon it, the other will pick up the bottle for the other. Be sure to tell your friend your favorite pattern, or if you don't have a preference. If this is successful, you and a friend now have the bottles! 

Lilly Pulitzer Giveaway: Lilly Pulitzer is currently having a giveaway where 30 people will be winning a Lilly Pulitzer x Starbucks S'well bottle. From now until March 1, 2017 you can enter once a day in the winners will be contacted via email March 3, 2017. 

Online: If none of the above methods prove effective, the bottles will be online as of February 28th. This is as of right now, but the best way to stay up to date is to be on the Lilly Pulitzer email list, to be most up to date. If the big day remains February 28, 2017, it is important to be ready for action as these will sell out quickly. These bottles are highly sought after by Lilly lover's of all ages. Be prepared for whenever they are released because these will probably sell out very quickly. 

Good luck and I hope you all find a Lilly Pulitzer x Starbucks S'well bottle!

Stars and Stripes by The Lake

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Winter is coming to a close, and that means spring is just around the corner. With spring around the corner, that means more lake days! The lake is always so peaceful and not to mention a great place to catch a bass or two. Layering is one of my favorite things to do especially with Florida's weather. The weather repeats in the same cycle where it is cooler in the morning, warmer during the day, and then gets cooler in the later evening. 

My blue and white collared blouse is from Talbots. My jeans are from Banana Republic and I styled them with my mocha Birkenstocks. My sweater is from Cambridge Spirits. My engraved name gold bar necklace was a gift from my parents. I will link below where you can purchase these clothing pieces, or very similar pieces. Lastly, I swept my hair into a side braid to finish off the look. 

Enjoy! 

Blouse: Talbots - Similar from JCrew // Gold Bar Necklace: Local Jeweler - Similar from Stella and Dot // American Flag Sweater: Cambridge Spirits - Similar from Ralph Lauren // Jeans: Banana Republic // Shoes: Birkenstocks Mayari Mocha Birkbuc // 

I'll Be There For You

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It is no secret my favorite show is Friends. I watch the reruns on Netflix when I have time, and I still enjoy it as if I'm watching it for the first time. For Christmas, I received the Jadelynn Brooke Friends t-shirt and sweatshirt. Whenever I wear either, I receive many compliments on my t-shirt/sweatshirt. I gladly share that it is from Jadelynn Brooke and love meeting Friends fans like myself. Today, I am sharing with you guys some pictures of my Friends sweatshirt. 

Enjoy! 

Christmas Morning

Merry Christmas!

Can you believe this year is my third year posting a "What I Got For Christmas Video?".  Every year on Christmas morning, I wake up my parents (way too early lol) and open gifts. For the years I have been on Youtube, I open gifts, and film my "What I Got For Christmas" video. I always share with my family how everyone on YouTube posts today and how everyone watches Youtube today, as it is quite comical. During this, I eat Christmas cookies and drink lots of coffee. This morning, I played around with my drone. I thought it would be more of a remote control car style, where it is very simplistic. I am learning how to use it however, and it is really fun!

As a family, we attended Christmas service at our church today. I mentioned in today's video how Jesus is the most precious gift of all this Christmas season and how I am truly thankful for the gifts I received this morning. When I read the Christmas story, I am amazed more and more. Jesus was a baby born in a manager. Manager in French means to "eat" and "itch". Doesn't seem like a place for a baby does it? Especially a baby who is the Prince of Peace, King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
Later, for dinner, we decided on chinese food. I'm not one that usually likes chinese food, but I really enjoyed it. I felt like the Gilmore's and with our leftovers, I felt even more like the Gilmore's.
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!!

  

Things To Do During The Holiday Season

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Be sure to check out my latest video and subscribe if you haven't already! It is things to do during the holiday season. 

Enjoy! 

Gifts For Him Under $25

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Today I am sharing with you guys my gift guide for him under $25! It is sometimes hard to find the perfect gift for him, but I this will surely help! Let me know what item was your favorite!

| Johnny Wallet | Yeti T-Shirt | Sony Headphones | Hydropack Bottle | Chesapeake Socks | Bluetooth Speaker | Skipjack Visor | Needpoint Sunglass Strap |

Stocking Stuffers For Her

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Today, I am showing you all stocking stuffers for her! These can be easy accessible, both online and in brick and mortar stores. Let me know what other gift guides you would like to see!

| Small Whale Plush | Mascara Trio | Alice in Wonderland Page Flags | Twisted Peppermint Candle | Hair Ties | Nail Polish Set | Lush Bath Bomb | USB Power Bank | Staedtler Triplus Fineliners | EOS Chapstick | Tea Tree Face Mask | Starbucks Gift Card |

Gifts For Her Under $25

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Today, I am sharing with you all my gifts for her under twenty-five dollars. Some of these gifts can all be found at Country Club Prep . I am an ambassador for CCP, so email me at prepbysophia@gmail.com for an exclusive 21% off code. 

| Vineyard Vines Whale Isle Socks | Pinch Miniergency Kit | Southern Tide 16 oz Tumbler | Blue Whales Notebook Set | Vineyard Vines Camp Mug | Lilly Pulitzer Agenda | Florida Pendant from CCP | Patriotic Cooler from CCP |

November Central Perk

Hello Coffee Lovers!

Today, I am sharing my coffee thoughts for November. I have had several types in the past few weeks, and am excited to share my reviews and stories with you.

Dunkin' Donuts: I will be starting off with a coffee that has a bit of a story. So, my mother and I have been getting Starbucks for the last few days and wanted to try something new. We went to Dunkin' Donuts and unfortunately had a rather poor experience. My mom "took one for the central perk" and tried the coffee. We ordered two small, regular coffees with almond milk. My mom has been drinking coffee for over 20 years, so her opinion is incredibly important and valid. She said the coffee was horrible, as it was bitter, watery and overall unpleasant. We both know Dunkin' Dounts makes an excellent cup of coffee, and has a high standard. However, this was a unfortunate experience. 

Starbucks Carmel Brûlée Latte: So, because of the Florida weather, I usually get iced coffee. I did try this latte iced, and I have mixed feelings. It tastes more of a candy bar with a bit of coffee than a solid cup of coffee. Although I did enjoy the iced version, it was not my favorite. I tried this latte hot and it tasted like the holiday season. A bit of a hyperbole yes, but it is amazing! Again, not a full on coffee taste, but the flavor is so bold and delicious, I can't help but enjoy it.

Starbucks Chestnut Praline Latte: My mom has been getting this latte. She loves it, but agrees with me that we both have been desiring a bold, hot cup of coffee. 

Panera Salted Carmel Coffee: How did we end up here you may ask? My mom and I decided to get this coffee because we hoped this would be that cup of coffee we were looking for. We both wanted to be able to make a pot of coffee, and go back for a second (or third cup). I can gladly say, this is that perfect cup of coffee. I suggested that we get something with caramel in it because I enjoy the iced caramel macchiato. This coffee was so very good, that we refilled our cup a few times. 

"You like coffee?" "Only with my oxygen!!"

If you know where this quote is from, go have a cup of coffee to celebrate ;)

Red Cup Season

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As most of you know November 10th marked the beginning of winter, well not officially but red cups returned to Starbucks. As most of you know, I love coffee and Starbucks. My newest coffee recommendations will be in the November Central Perk so be on the look out for that. From November 10- 14 from 2-5 pm you can get a holiday drink for you and one for a friend (It's Buy One Get One Free)! If you are a gold star member, it is extended an extra hour until 6:00pm. I tried the Carmel Brûlée Latte both hot and iced. My in depth thoughts will be in the November Central Perk, but both were amazing!! They have three different flavors which you can get iced, hot, or as a frappuccino. My mom tried the Chestnut Praline Latte, and she loved it as well. I have been preferring hot coffee to iced coffee, as the weather has changed ( for the colder ) and the flavors are much bolder. 

So, let's talk about the cups. They are designed beautifully, and there are 13 different cups. Twelve for hot drinks, and one for iced. As I am typing this, I am actually at Starbucks with a friend. It is so nice to grab a cup of coffee, and get work done. The red cups are not only Instagram worthy, but a great fall/winter drink. 

Enjoy!

Soup and Good Company

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The weather in Florida is quite the puzzle. In the morning, it's cool, in the middle of the day, its an oven, and at night it cools down again. I went on a picnic the other day and my phone overheated so much it told me it wouldn't work until it cooled down. Well, that's Florida weather for you!

My mom and I decided to get butternut squash soup for dinner, and enjoy the Florida weather by sitting outside. We had a small piece of bread on the side. We are actually eating vegan right now, so I will be updating you all soon on how it's going! I went vegan this summer for a few weeks and loved it. My mom and I both are enjoying eating vegan and this was no exception.

I really enjoyed the time, and am so glad I could spend it with such great company, shoutout to you mom! Before this, my mom and I grabbed a cup of coffee. Both of our thoughts will be shared in the November Central Perk, so look out for that. As far of my thoughts on the soup; it was delicious! 

Have a great weekend! 

Enjoy!

Happy Halloween!

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Happy Halloween! I hope you all have a fun, safe, and candy filled Halloween. If you aren't going trick-or-treating, I have you covered. While studying, you can eat your favorite Halloween candy to stay focused and in the spirit. My personal favorite are the pumpkin shaped candies (made with honey) and Dove's Salted Carmel Chocolate (Yum!). Or, treat yourself to a Frappula from Starbucks. If you want to watch Netflix I suggest these Halloween themed Friends episodes. Double points if you bring along your candy and watch Friends. Other films include Hocus Pocus, and It's The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown! If you are wondering what I am for Halloween, I am a physician! I could be considered Meredith Grey (Grey's Anatomy) or Lisa Cuddy (House M.D). I want to be a pediatric cardiologist so this costume was quite fitting for Halloween!

Have a Spooktacular Day!

Central Perk October Edition

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My favorite TV series of all time is Friends. I have a whole Pinterest board dedicated to Friends, and I follow several Friends Instagram and Twitter accounts. In a nut shell, it's safe to say I'm a "mere fan of the show." If you know anything about Friends, you would know that everyday they get coffee from the Central Perk. 

What better way to share my love for Friends and my love for coffee! Each month or so, I will share with you all my favorite coffee of the month. This month, I have had several amazing cup of coffee. 

First, I had went on a study date with my friend to Starbucks.  I had a free drink, and asked what the largest size I could get was. Life hack time! You can get a venti, with extra shots, pumps etc! I was so shocked by this, and ordered a Venti Iced Carmel Macchiato with six pumps of vanilla and extra caramel drizzle. Shoutout to the Barista that made my drink because it made the blogger in me reach for my camera to snap a picture. It was so very good and I absolutely loved it. A few days ago, my mom and I stopped into Starbucks for a cappuccino. They recently started having almond milk in addition to coconut milk (shoutout to all my vegan readers). My mom and I did get the almond milk, and oh my goodness! It was very strong and it gave me a fall feel. 

Lastly, I love Califia Farms coffee. It is so nice to wake up in the morning and not have to go grab your coffee and just have it in your refrigerator waiting for you. Its cold brew, so you don't have a bitter taste which you can get with iced coffee sometimes. I'm 100% serious that I look forward to having my cup of coffee in the morning, and when I wake up its the first thing I do. 

I hope my coffee recommendations helped you guys out. Leave your favorite coffee brands/types below as I would love to try them! Also, if you haven't watched Friends take this as your sign to go watch a few episodes!

Enjoy!

Bucket List #1 Drink A Pumpkin Spice Latte

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Today, I am sharing with you guys the first bucket list task! The Florida heat has now been replaced with a much needed fall breeze. I understand people in the Northern part of the United States probably find this amusing, but us Floridians, its a step in the right direction. As you all know, I love coffee. However, I only drink almond and coconut milk. Well, because I only drink almond and coconut milk is how I found my favorite coffee! I drink the Califia Field milk, and they also make coffee products! 

If you are vegan, or can't consume dairy, this coffee is for you! It is extremely healthy and has several flavors. Personally, I purchase mine at Whole Foods for around five dollars. It has six, eight ounce cups of coffee in it, so it will last you about a week. The first flavor I tried was espresso, and oh my goodness! The flavor isn't bitter, and it tastes just like mocha ice-cream. And what you've all been waiting for, they also have a Pumpkin Spice Latte flavor. Again, it was so creamy and gives just enough caffeine. 

Needless to say, this bucket list number #1 is a success! I am so excited to be sharing my bucket list adventures with you guys, so stay tuned, and keep your eye out for more posts!

DIY Inspirational & Goal Board

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If you happen to live in Florida, Georgia, or the Carolinas, you may be feeling the affects of Hurricane Matthew. I am so thankful that the effects were not devastating, as the news kept saying it was going to be. I continue to pray that this storm goes out to sea, and does not harm anyone further.

I purchased the supplies to do this a few months back, but have been waiting for the perfect day. Today was that day, and with the hurricane, I pulled out my supplies, and began. 

Supplies:

Corkboard

Lilly Pulitzer Magazines 

Push Pins

Stickers

Buttons

Magazines

Really Anything Works 

I actually filmed myself making my board, so this would make more sense, and you can see how mine turned out!  I would love to see your creations on Instagram, so be sure to tag me!

Enjoy!