Swim Shop!

Summer time is just around the corner and it's finally starting to warm up, which means it's time to start doing crunches, getting waxed, and going out shopping for the perfect bathing suit! This is not always the easiest or one of our most favorite tasks, but we can't very well avoid the pool all summer, or worse, cover ourselves up with a T-shirt and claim we're avoiding sunburn! So take a deep breath and get ready for some of our favorite summer bathing suit styles, to compliment different body types:

This is Saira's favorite suit by Love True Love. The simple black and white stripes give a classy, nautical feel, and the wide bottom provides a a comfortable and sexy look and the halter will give your girls a little support, which is always a plus.

She wore an itsy bitsy teeny weeny orange polka dot bikini!  So what if that's not how the song goes, sing it proudly and no one will know the difference! This string bikini by Roxy is perfect for some fun in the sun, all you need is a little confidence to wear it.

Now, we certainly find shopping frustrating when the string bikinis don't give us the support we are looking for. Often bigger busted women are forced into hideous one pieces or bland bikinis!  But, Freya has come to the rescue with their a great line of stylish swimsuits, like the polka dot one above, in sizes like D, DD, E, F and beyond!

Trying to camouflage a tummy but still look stylish and sexy?  This backless, deep V one piece by American Apparel is one of the more daring one pieces out there. It comes in a number of different colors, and has a cute retro feel to it.

For an equally retro, but slightly less revealing one piece, try this sexy halter suit by Ballet.  We love the bold red/orange color and the little brooch at the neck gives it just a little bit of bling.

For a more sporty look, try this classic one piece by Lacoste. It comes in melon or black, and gives a clean and fresh look. But,busty girls beware, there is not much in terms of support in this suit.

 

This adorable heart print bandeau bikini by Victoria's Secret is cute and fresh -- just perfect for the summer! This top is a little safer for those ocean waves with it's hook back closure, and we love that you can buy these in separates to ensure the proper fit!

 

Halter support? Check! Cute colors and print? Check! Underwire? Check! Sized like a Bra to ensure fabulous fit?  Check! Fantasie of England has it all with this black and pink swim suit designed for full busted women.  This is a suit that you can confidently wear at the beach or pool all summer long.

Bathing Suits, not Birthday Suits!

XOXO,

Jen & Saira

Alex Curran- Gettin' good at fashion

Alex Curran, a wag slowly becoming a style icon, often pictured in news trends and loads of shopping bags, i'm diggin' some key pieces she puts together nowadays but i still see some unessasary glitter in magazines, but she's gettin' there, good work!

Mens t-shirt design i created for W.O.W

I created a non-profit environmentally friendly company named Wipe Out Waste also known as W.O.W and this is the shirt design for it. Skate/surf influence.

Kate Moss- It's easy once you know how

Black, layers, simplicity, key pieces.

Kate Moss is a huge style icon, she knows what's comfortable, knows what suits her, and knows how to look amazing without trying too hard.

Michael Jackson- My style icon of the century

Michael Joseph Jackson, King of Pop, King of clothes.

Mike uses key colours, pieces, styles, all containing a similar and easy concept that is true to him. His originality and unique style contributed to his popularity, some said he was eccentric, i say he's unique and thats what makes him so individual and so great.

Black, red, white, gold, silver, blue.

Sex and the City Character Inspiration: Samantha Jones

Samantha Jones is sexy, powerful, strong, and fierce. She is never afraid of wearing bold prints, color, and lots of accessories, and always looks ultra glam. She always knows how to show off her best assets, and her confidence is her most important accessory. While we may not have Samantha's PR budget to work with, here are ways to emulate her style for a lot less:

Samantha loves being the center of attention, and this one-shouldered bold printed dress by Bebe is sure to do the trick. Perfect for cocktails with the girls, we love the splash of hot pink and the belted waist, and the matching accessories picture on the model is just Samantha's style.

While Samantha does like bold prints and colors, our favorite look for her is old Hollywood glam. We can just picture her strutting around in this chiffon halter dress by Maggy London, topped off with perfectly coiffed blonde curls and some bright red lipstick. 

Samantha's confidence means big heels in bright colors, like these Steve Madden platform sandals. Samantha is big into color coordination, so don't be afraid to rock these with a banana yellow dress or jewelry. It may seem over the top, but really, you can never have too much going on.

 

It takes a lot of guts to go full on head to toe monochromatic, as it's a look like that is sure to turn more than a few heads.  Samantha's love for "notice me" shades would have her right at home in this kiwi green suit.  She would rock this with matching bag and shoes, and we wouldn't be the least bit surprised if she swapped out that tie waist belt for another that is a little more substantial... and probably metallic.

Every bit the sex bomb, Samantha would sizzle in this form fitting, red satin pencil dress by Karen Millen.  We love the color and beautiful neckline. Just add some gold bangles and earrings and throw on a pair of strappy sandals, and Smith Jerrod is all yours!

Samantha's version of casual still includes a lot of bling. This flowy top from XOXO is perfect for the desert (Dubai, anyone?) and would look great with a pair of wide leg trousers.  

Representing celebrities for a living means your office attire is a bit different than the regular suit and blouse combo that we're all used to. This high waisted skirt and gold glitter top, available at Express, is the type of outfit Samantha would wear when striking deals and breaking hearts, coast to coast.

So not everyone can engage in a bidding war to win a thousand dollar, over sized, diamond flower ring like Samantha -- but you can buy a replica online for only $39.99! Show off your confidence and independence by sporting this ring on your left hand, which will certainly overshadow any other jewelry that may or may not be there. Just try doing some finger weights beforehand, this looks like it could be pretty hefty!

Go out there and be fabulous, dolls!

XOXO,

Jen & Saira

Party Food Displays

We love throwing parties for all our friends, and usually have a ton of food involved. But now that we're growing up, a good party is more than just chips and guacamole (although we always have chips and guac!) A good party is all about presentation, which is why we decided to share some cute and functional ways to display your culinary genius. Hopefully, this post will inspire you to go out out, buy some cute serving dishes, and invite us over for a soiree!

When you're hosting a movie night or game night, the food is always in demand, but sometimes space can be tight. A Lazy Susan is always a good cure for this problem, as you can stash a variety of different food on a small place, allowing all your guests to have easy access. The thing about Lazy Susans is that they aren't the most attractive table setting, but this Lazy Susan made from an old wine barrel is simple and classy, and will surely compliment every spread.

Every party needs some delicious, homemade cupcakes! Show off your icing skills by displaying your cupcakes on this cute tiered cupcake rack by Crate and Barrel.

If you're like Saira, then deviled eggs are a staple for every Super Bowl party. But transporting the eggs can be a pain, which is why we love this deviled egg tray by Cordon Bleu, which is specifically designed to hold 24 deviled eggs. Slippery eggs are a thing of the past!

We've had our eye on this two-tiered tray by Liberty of London, and were heartbroken when we found it it was sold out! But never fear, it is currently available to order at Target, and will be ready to ship in about a week! 

To serve small snacks, such as nuts and pretzels, check out this dual goldfish serving dish. Fill it with your favorite candy, or put dip on one side and crackers in the other, for a fun and simple platter.

For a retro look, display your delicious cakes in this glass pedestal cake stand! The removable lid keeps your cakes fresh, and it can always double to serve pastries, pies, and fresh fruit! Available at Sur la Table.

Or, for a more modern look, try out this glass cake stand available at Fish's Eddy. It comes in a number of different sizes, and we love the art deco look it has going. This is not your grandmother's baking, that's for sure!

Happy serving!

XOXO,

Jen & Saira