Oufit of The Day

When you are at the pool this summer its important to be relaxed and comfy while still looking and feeling great. Here is an example outfit:

Use a patterned and bright bikini to add instant fun to a day spent relaxing poolside like this one from pacific sunwear:




Make sure to pack a cute coverup to layer on. This top from ebay is great because it has neutral colors but a fun pattern:



 Grab a pair of high waisted shorts to add a distressed denim look like these from prettygreyday.wordpress.com:
 


Before you leave for the pool you can't forget a cute bag to store your phone, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a towel like this adorable scout tote:






Finally braid your hair or throw it into a quick ponytail.
Hope ypu enjoy your summer break!
xoxo lillian and ally <3
 

Hairstyle

Here's a Easy Quick Hairstyle

Hope you like it

Outfit of the Day

Outfit of the Day


        use a simple polka-dot skirt to jazz up the day.(transientexpression.com)

       use a simple colored top to brightin up the day ( modcloth.com)

  use a pair of colored or neutral colored flats to make the day more comfy (simplesurber.com)

     Use a group of gold or silver  bracelets to sparkle the day up. You can also use separate ones.

Depending on what you are wearing this outfit for your hair could be down, up, or whatever for your occasion.

xoxo <3

Lillian and Ally

DIY Lace-trim Shorts

DIY Lace-trim Shorts

Whether your ready to update an old pair of jeans, or your tired of your drab denim collection, these shorts are the perfect addition to your wardrobe. Cute, chic, and effortlessly stylish, these adorable shorts will spice up any outfit.

Here's what you need:
1) A pair of fabric or regular scissors
2) Fabric Glue 
3) Scraps of lace (the ones shown below are old curtain scraps, but you can also purchase lace at most craft and fabric stores.)
4) tweezers

Step 1-
Find an old pair of denim shorts or pants. If you use pants, just cut of the pant leg to create shorts.
Next, use your tweezers to distress the bottom of your shorts by gently pulling on the hem of the shorts. The frayed look is optional, but I would recommend it because it adds personality to your denim.

Step 2-
Gently squeeze a thin line or two of fabric glue onto the top edge of the lace.

 

Step 3-

Turn the shorts inside out and glue the lace around the hem of the shorts, adding more glue as you wrap the lace around.

Step 4- 

Repeat on other leg and let dry for 2-4 hours. When it is drying it should look something like this:

Step 5-

Admire your beautiful new shorts! :)

Thanks for reading

xoxo <3

Lillian and Ally

Cookies & Cream Cupcakes

Cookies & Cream Cupcakes

Yield: 24-30 Cupcakes

ingredients

Vanilla Cake:

24 Oreos

1 box white cake mix

2 egg whites

2 eggs

1/3 cup oil

3/4 cup buttermilk

3/4 cup sour cream

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

3/4 cup chopped Oreos (I used Minis)

Cookies & Cream Frosting:

1/2 cup butter, softened

8 oz cream cheese, softened

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

4-5 cups powdered sugar

1/2 cup finely crushed Oreos

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line pans with cupcake liners.

2. Take your 24 Oreos, split them in half, and place the cream side in your cupcakeliners...cream side up. Save the plain cookie half for the frosting.

3. Sift your cake mix into a small bowl and set aside.

4. In a large bowl, gently whisk egg whites, eggs, oil, buttermilk, sour cream and vanilla extract together.

5. Add cake mix and stir until combined.

6. Fold in your 3/4 cup of chopped Oreos. (I used minis and just cut each in half, use the cream filling and everything.)

7. Fill cupcake liners 3/4 full and bake for 15-20 minutes or until and inserted knife comes out clean.

8. Cookies & Cream Frosting: Beat butter and cream cheese for 3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and slowly add powdered sugar until you reach your desired consistency. Gently stir in your crushed Oreos. (I crush my cookies and then put them through a sifter, and only use what goes through. I don;t like chunks of cookie in my frosting.)

9. Pipe your frosting onto your cooled cupcakes and top with Oreos, I used mini Oreos this time.

Made these and they were WONDERFUL! For more great recipes go to yourcupofcake.com

Outfit of tthe Day

One of our favorite trends, the gladiator sandal is an awesome addition to any outfit.

Pair your favorite sandals in a nuetral color with electric colored shorts for a fun, bold look. ( denuimguy.com)

Add a bright white top for a beachy, breezy feel   ( DWDshoes.com)


















For a military-chic look, add an army green shoulder bag like this one from wholesalecheapjackets.net


For hair soooooooooooooooo many would work but heres a few ideas:
     

Nails can instantly turn your hands into a mini canvas. For a quick, afordable, and easy manicure, you can use stick on nail strips like these from Sally Hansen:




xoxo <3
Lillian and Ally

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