Two Staples

Belt (old): Kohls; Shirt (old): Kohls, Vera Wang

Flats (old): Gap

I wanted to share with you two items I have in my closet I often wear.  These are my go to pieces.  When I am in a hurry I find myself grabbing my leopard flats and belt to add a little something to many of my outfits.  This weekend I was just doing things around the house and running a couple of errands, so I ended up wearing my favorites.  What I like best about these two things is that it can be paired with so much and worn year round.  In a previous post I was wearing the belt with peach and yellow.  I like to wear these with many different colors.  Leopard is considered a nuetral here.  I am sure you will see them in many posts to come. 

-E

Cool and Classy

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Shorts: Express, old (similar); Shirt: Banana Rebublic Outlet (similar); Shoes: JCP, old (similar); Purse: Kate Landry old; Necklace: Original Erinicole Accessories (Here)

When the temperatures gets as high as it has been these past couple of days I hate wearing fitted clothes.  I knew I was going to be in and out a lot today so I decided to wear something loose and cool.  I paired a loose top with baggy shorts.  I would not often think to do this, but on days 100 degree days it is worth it.  Because both of my pieces are loose I tucked the top into my shorts and made sure I belted it.  You could also cinch the shirt to make sure your waistline shows and you don’t feel like you are wearing pajamas.  I also added a sock bun to keep my hair off my neck.  This is slowly becoming my favorite hair style as the temperatures continue to rise.  With this look I was able to get work done and go out to dinner (outside) and not get over heated or feel underdressed.  Try this look and tell me how it was. 

-E

Short Shorts Workout



Shoes: Express, Shorts: Old Navy, Shirt: JCP

I will be going to the gym to work on legs and back.



Leg Press: 4 sets, 10-12 reps

Lat pull down: 4 sets, 10-12 reps

Step ups with weights: 4 sets, 10-12 reps

Cable Rows: 4 sets, 10-12 reps

One legged lungs: 4 sets, 10-12 reps

Assisted pull ups: 4 sets, 10-12 reps



Rest for 1 minute between each set. This will increase your heart rate and add cardio to your lifting. If you have some extra time complete 20 minutes of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). I like using the stair climber. I usually set it for 17 minutes, which makes each interval 1 minute long. 1 minute should be at a fast rate, which you are breathing heavily. For the other 1 minute it is more of a cool down to get your heart rate lower, then back up again. Here is an article at Women's Health for more information. You may use a treadmill, elliptical, stair climber, or outside. Choose your poison.



Remember by the last set you should be struggling to reach 10. If not you need to add more weight. Don't be afraid ladies, you will get toned not bulky.  Happy Lifting.

-E

Summer Leopard

I love all the summer colors and combining them in different ways.  You really can’t go wrong or mess it up.  If you like it, wear it.  I combined coral, yellow, and turquoise in this outfit.  When I first put it on I thought something was missing so I naturally went to my leopard belt.  This is a staple for me.  Leopard is definitely my neutral.  I often go to these pieces to add the final touches to my outfit.  You can never go wrong with Leopard.  My shorts are linen and they are great for this hot weather.  I also like them because I often have trouble finding pants and shorts to fit my waist and leg combination.  Linen tends to stretch out when worn so they end up fitting nicely around my legs.  I purchased my shorts and tank from the GAP outlet.  Together they were $20.  The belt is old (Kohl’s on Clarence), but I will give you some similar options, here, here, and here.  Clutch is Kate Landry, last season on sale at Dillard’s.  I also have on a leopard print necklace from Forever 21, (similar here) over my other coral and gold necklace also from Forever 21 (here and similar here).  I love the look of layered pieces, clothes and jewelry.  Bangles are from Forever 21 (similar here).  Turquoise bracelet is a necklace original from Erinicole, here.

I will be posting my work out later today and many more outfits are planned.  Work hard and look good.

-E

Summer Staple: LBS



Shirt: Forever 21; Shorts: Express (old), similar: Here; Bracelets: Forever 21 (old), Similar: Here; Shoes: Gianni Bini (old), Similar: Here; Purse: B. Makowsky (old), Similar: Here; Necklace: Erinicole Accessories.

Every summer I seem to pull my little black shorts out of the closet, again, and support them with my newest summer top.  This summer is no different.  They are the staple of my summer wardrobe.  I wear them with everything, flats, wedges, heals, t-shirts…you name it.  Every girls needs a pair of go to shorts in their closet.  I got mine from Express a couple years ago, actually, a long time ago and they are still holding up.  I recently added these to my closet, as well.  LBS are a great way to show off your hard work at the gym.  I have recently been completing this leg workout, from Amanda Latona, to make sure my legs are summer ready. 

I dare you to try.

-E