May 2016Duchess of Denver: May 2016

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

May Favorites

Ah, May. My favorite month of the year. In the beginning of the month there's my birthday and then by the end there's the official start of summer on Memorial Day. It's just the greatest month out of the year, honestly. I've discovered quite a bit of new things this month and I'm excited to share my favorites with you!

May Favorites

Netflix Favorites


Somm: Into the Bottle - A documentary about wine...is there anything else that screams "Lexi watch this?" No. If you know too much about wine comme moi, or even if you know nothing you should watch this movie. It's crazy how much detail goes into every bottle of wine that is produced. More than anything it's an art form and French Champagne is a Monet.

Food Favorites


Sriracha Triscuits - Do you remember Hot Fries or was that just a New Jersey suburban craze? Well if you do remember those bad boys, these tastes EXACTLY THE SAME except with half the chemicals (I think). I usually am not a fan of the fiber taste of Triscuits but when I saw these at the grocery store I knew I had to give them a try and I'm so happy I did. Spread a little Laughing Cow wedge on one and you'll probably drop dead of utter bliss.

Vinho Verde - I usually reserve my warmer months strictly for rosé sipping, but since my recent discovery of Vinho Verde I think I can make an exception. I went for a Gazela which is almost light green in color (hence the name) and so crisp it's like biting into a juicy green apple. Mix it with a little Sprite for a wine spritzer! 


App Favorites


Venmo - Okay college me could have seriously used this app. You know how you go out to eat with friends and you cover the tab because they'll "pay you back?" Well with this app they will actually be forced to follow through! You can link your bank account or credit/debit card so that transactions to your friends are that much easier. My coworker used it for a bachelorette party and it worked out perfectly because each bridesmaid could pay her back right away with just the tap of a button. You can even use it for rent/utility bills with your roommate! So convenient.

DuoLingo - Nous savons que je parle français, and that is in large thanks to this app. I can practice everyday for 15 minutes and it helps immensely. This app is also how I'm learning Italian and Russian! It's a great tool for those who want to first learn a language or brush up on their skills. There are so many languages to choose from and if you are going on vacation abroad I suggest learning some basic language skills using this app! You can even learn flirtation phrases which is how I plan to land my soon-to-be French husband.




Let me know your May favorites in the comments below!



Sunday, May 29, 2016

About the Blogger

I'm baaaaaaack! With the holiday weekend here I finally have enough time on my hands to crank out a bunch of quality content for ya. ;) I know I promised a bunch of new posts and then went missing for a few weeks, but I am back in action I SWEAR! I have a lot of ideas my fingers are itching to write but in the meantime I thought I would do a little "get to know me" post to satisfy your needs.

About the Blogger


1. What is your middle name? Kathleen! Alexandra Kathleen...if that doesn't scream royalty I don't know what does. *cough* marry me Prince Harry *cough*

2. What was your favorite subject in school? I always loved computer class! Or history I'm such a nerd.

3. Favorite drink?
Pouilly Fumé Sauvignon Blanc, Diet Coke, non-fat cappuccinos 

4. What's your favorite song at the moment?
Perfect by One Direction. Now, always, and forever.

5. What would you name your children?
Audrey or Jacqueline for a girl, Jack or Frank for a boy.

6. Do you play any sports?
I played softball and rugby in high school, but now my only sport is drinking an entire bottle of wine in one sitting.

7. Favorite book?
To Kill a Mockingbird

8. Favorite color?
Pink

9. Favorite animal?
A fox!

10. Signature scent?
For day, Oh Lola! by Marc Jacobs. For night, Black Opium by YSL.

11. Favorite holiday?
Halloween

12. What's the last thing you bought?
A card for someone

13. Have you been out of the country?
Yes a bunch. Last time was Paris :(

14. Do you speak any other languages?
French and I am learning Italian and Russian!

15. Any siblings?
My big brother Daniel

16. Favorite store?
Nordstrom...hands down.

17. Favorite restaurant?
Panzano in Downtown Denver

18. Last time you cried?
Yesterday I was watching an astronaut documentary hahahaha

19. Favorite blog?
We Wore What

20. Favorite movie?
American: Breakfast at Tiffany's; French: Les Intouchables (it will make you cry; Cartoon: Hercules

21. Favorite TV show?
The Walking Dead, Gossip Girl, Mad Men, LOST

22. PC or Mac?
Mac. Hands down.

23. What phone do you have?
Gold iPhone 6

24. How tall are you?
5'9" aka Cher Horowitz envies me

25. Celebrity crush?
HAH um Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Norman Reedus, Andrew Lincoln, Bradley Cooper, Sam Claflin, Ben Affleck