When it rains, it pours...

"If you like Pina Coladas,And getting caught in the rain,If you're not into yoga,If you have half a brain,If you'd like making love at midnight,In the dunes on the Cape,Then I'm the love that you've looked for,Write to me and escape."--Rupurt Holmes

Rain, Rain go away, come again another day...Life is too short to wear a bad outfit we say! That means when it rains and snows and the elements are trying to prevent us from looking our best, we fight back and show mother nature how phenomenal we can look in our rain gear. Options, options.... Umbrella, check. Rain boots, check. Raincoat with cute hood, check. Okay, now you are ready to take on the world... or at least that cute boy in the coffee shop. Here are a few looks we adore.

Caught in the rain...

Look at these options!

Burberry Rainboots, yes please!

Burberry Umbrella

Fingers crossed the rain isn't here to stay too long, even though we know we will look great {our hair is a different story} no matter what! Almost Friday...*vT

s. is for Superbowl {or anytime} black bean salsa...

"Gentlemen, it is better to have died as a small boy than to fumble this football."--John Heisman

Being that Superbowl is just around the corner{and yes, we know not all the ladies that read this blog are into Superbowl, but the lucky boys in our life probably are} we thought we would post a delicious and super easy recipe that you can bring to a Superbowl party! Black bean salsa. This salsa is great on tortilla chips or makes an awesome accoutrement to a seafood or chicken dish. We are willing to bet, if you keep a fully stocked pantry, you will not have to go to the store for much!

Black Bean Salsa Ingredients
2 cans black beans, rinsed
1 can yellow corn, rinsed
1 can Italian-style diced tomatoes,rinsed
1 can ROTEL,rinsed
1 bunch finely chopped cilantro
1 small white onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small can sliced black olives, rinsed
Juice of 1 fresh lime
1 avocado, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper

|1.| Pour all ingredients that are supposed to be rinsed in a colander in the sink and rinse throughly.
|2.| In large bowl, combine garlic, cilantro, green pepper, onion, olive oil and lime juice. Stir.
|3.| Pour all contents of colander into bowl and combine, salt and pepper to taste.
|4.| Let sit in refrigerator for 2-4 hours before serving. Serve on tortilla chips! bon appetite!*vT

Yum!

Sock talk...

"Politicians who wear little tennis socks with the balls at the back should not be taken seriously." -Anonymous

We have to agree that it would be difficult to be "a force to be reckoned with", while sporting little tennis socks with the balls at the back.  But today's blog is dedicated to showing a little public pride for your socks as we highlight one of our favorite trends....socks and heels.  Neutral, textured, colored, printed, short, and or tall socks, the options are endless.  Some of our favorite looks even daringly pair socks with wedge sandals and peep toes.  Gone are the sad days when we have to waive good-bye to our favorite warm weather friends as chilly days approach.  So lets talk S-O-C-K-S!

Scared? Choosing matching socks and heels in a neutral color palette is a great way to start testing the waters.

Intrigued? Skip the safe step and start experimenting with blacks and browns.

Excited?  Dig out your favorite satin pumps and socks in a different, but complimentary color and don't look back.

Tall, medium, short, scrunched, neutral, colored, or patterned with sandals, heels, or boots the sock world can be your oyster.

  So stock up on socks...happy Tues...vT*

For Jackie...

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!  We hope that your city has as many amazing opportunities to celebrate this special day as ours!
We have been looking forward to sharing this picture since the holidays, so we are happy to let you take a peak at the "Jacquelyn" named after the lucky lady it was purchased for from our Agatha Collection.

 Anything but ordinary this piece also has a sweet story.  As our first holiday show was beginning to wrap up, we had a friend stop by to pick something out for his very special lady.  As we were showing him all the pieces we thought she might like, he walked right up to this girl and said, "How about this one?"  Of course we love this piece as it is the only of its kind and made from a vintage rhinestone belt buckle.  We also were a tinsy bit surprised he picked it as we thought this bold accessory might leave some, especially men, scratching their head.  But his mind was made up.  Purchased and packaged he left with a grin.  Our favorite part of the story...he told us that she loved it so much he had to tell her she couldn't wear it every day*  Wondering what Vintage Teal would pair this piece with...

FOR NOW:  While it is still chilly, this look + cute, warm socks + a soft, turtle neck +  the "Jacquelyn" + your favorite coat

FOR LATER: When its warm, this look + the "Jacquelyn - those shows

  We hope you are still enjoying your necklace Jackie...vT*

 

Hang at home...

Literally hang at home.  How you ask us?  One word...H-A-M-M-O-C-K*  To go along with our feelings of winter snoozing, we though what better way to chill inside or out.  Happy Friday...vT*

snooze outside...

 

snooze inside...

or with a loved one.

Classy Clusters...

"You can always tell what kind of person a man thinks you are by the kind of earrings he gives you."-Audrey Hepburn

Feeling nostalgic? We are. We have been dreaming of vintage cluster earrings this week and thinking about all the ways we can wear these pretty little things to jazz up our look.  Earrings are one of the most simple ways to change your look. They can help frame your face and round out an outfit for the "oh-so-perfect" look. VintageTeal is currently looking high and low for vintage cluster earrings for a very special bride friend. She asked us if we would be able to help her locate some beautiful pieces for her wedding and we were elated to accept the task...We have been to flea markets, antique malls and dug through some estate sales and we have come up with some lovely options for the beautiful bride. Here are a few looks where the earrings really shined :)

SLP looking classy in clusters

Sparkle...

A. Hepburn looking sassy

Think about digging through your mother/grandmother's jewelry box that is in the attic and covered in dust. A little jewelry cleaner and a little love and these pieces will be as good as {and as sparkly as} new! These earrings were a huge hit in the 1920's and 1930's and they are appearing everywhere for 2011 trends. The more sparkle and sass, the better. Pearls, colored stones and glass beads also can help with this signature look. Enjoy your Thursday. <3 *vT

c. is for coconut shrimp curry...

"Anyway, like I was sayin', shrimp is the fruit of the sea. You can barbecue it, boil it, broil it, bake it, saute it. Dey's uh, shrimp-kabobs, shrimp creole, shrimp gumbo. Pan fried, deep fried, stir-fried. There's pineapple shrimp, lemon shrimp, coconut shrimp, pepper shrimp, shrimp soup, shrimp stew, shrimp salad, shrimp and potatoes, shrimp burger, shrimp sandwich. That- that's about it."  -Bubba 

There are few things as hearty as a Thai curry dish on a chilly winter night.  Curry has a natural rich aroma and fills the entire house with a delicious scent. Tonight, VintageTeal made an old staple, their coconut shrimp curry recipe served over orzo. Yum... There are two main types of curry: Thai and Indian. Both embody bold rich flavors and are full of color. Thai curry uses coconut milk{don't be scared if you don't like coconut, we promise the coconut flavor itself is extremely mild} and Indian curry uses yogurt as a base. The execution is similar, but the flavors and spices used are vastly different. This recipe is designed to feed a lot of people, so feel free to invite your family and friends. We promise it will not disappoint!

Curry Ingredients

1 large white onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 1/2 cup white button mushrooms, chopped

2 1/2 tbsp garlic, minced

2 tbsp lemon grass, minced

3 tbsp green curry paste

2 tsp fish sauce

1 cup frozen peas

1 can light coconut milk

1 tsp fresh lime juice

1/2 cup chicken stock

1/2 cup Wundra {for thickening-can substitute 1/8 cup flour}

12 oz orzo pasta

4 tbsp olive oil

1 lb large, de-veined fresh shrimp without shells/tails

1/2 tsp salt

Preparation:

|1.| Boil pan of water {with salt} in preparation for orzo.

|2.|  In large wok/medium deep skillet heat 2 tbsp olive oil

|3.|  Add 2 tbsp garlic, onion, mushroom, & bell peppers.  Cook on medium-high heat until translucent, but still slightly crunchy.

|4.|  Add fish sauce, lemon grass, & 2 1/2 tbsp curry paste to vegetable mixture.  Continue to cook on medium heat for approx. 2 minutes.  Season with salt & pepper.

|5.|  Add lime juice, chicken stock, & coconut milk.  Stir continuously to prevent burning.

|6.|  In separate skillet, heat remaining 2 tbsp of olive oil.

|7.|  Add remaining 1/2 tbsp of curry paste, remaining 1/2 tbsp garlic, & shrimp.  Cook until shrimp is pink.

|8.| While shrimp are cooking, add Wundra, to sauce to thicken.  Reduce heat & stir vigorously until sauce begins to thicken.   Season with salt & pepper.

|9.|  Add shrimp mixture & frozen peas to sauce & stir. Add salt & pepper to taste.

Serve curry shrimp mixture over orzo pasta & enjoy!

Bon Appetite! *vT