The Long Bob Take Over

The allure of the long bob has been getting to me the past few months. At first, it started as just a twinge of interest, but lately it’s becoming a more serious obsession. The main reason I love the look? It’s not as dramatic as Miley’s wannabe P!nk pixie cut and it’s not as conventional as the long-haired look.

The long bob still allows you to explore tons of styling options  (as opposed to confining shorter cuts–I’m talking to you Anne Hathaway) and you can get  it into a ponytail or top bun without a gallon of hairspray and an army of bobby pins. See? So versatile. Never thought of myself as a short hair girl but I’m starting to be tempted!

Additionally, the cut is long enough that it is still suitable for different hair types. You can wear the long bob curly, straight, or with beach waves.

Following long bob predecessors like Julianne Hough, Giuliana Rancic, and supermodel Karlie Kloss, pop culture hero Jennifer Lawrence joined the club this week when she debuted a light, curly long bob at the GLAAD awards. J. Law looks awesome and of course every fashion magazine approves; which pretty much means that shorter haircuts are going to take over the summer. Sooner or later I’m going to have to decide if I’m going to be on that band wagon.

Note: As always, I claim no ownership over photos that are not mine! All images have been found through a quick Google search

Style Obsession: Maxis and Statement Necklaces

Maxis are the peanut butter to my jelly. But really. Last week I went 7 for 7 with maxis, and by that I mean that I shamelessly wore one Every. Single. Day. I’ve been loving the maxi-with-statement-jewelry look too so it was the perfect opportunity to try a couple pairings with my new spikey necklaces (also super on trend). Take a look!

How to Dress Like a Hipster for a Day

All it takes is just a hint of spring and sunshine and I go from dressing like a hobo to being runway ready. And this year, hipster chic is back in full force. With the spring music festivals kicking off, maxi skirts and dresses are back with a vengeance and I couldn’t be more pleased. Inspired by fashionable pics from Coachella, I have compiled the “How To” of dressing like a hipster for a day (yes, just a day. Because eventually one needs to bathe).

1. MAXIS: Coachella fashion is known to set the tone for the rest of the summer, and this year, maxi skirts and dresses were popping up everywhere. Personally, I couldn’t be more pleased. Maxis are the perfect summer garment. They hide our bright white legs until we have a chance to get them tanned up, and they negate the need to shave for that day. Feeling a little lazy? A maxi dress is absolutely the solution.  Bra + panties + maxi = ready to rock. 
2. EAR CUFF: Never fear, there is no need to add three more piercings to your ears for just a day of hipster-dom. I bought a rose gold ear cuff from River Island in Dublin and it’s perfectly suited for grunging things up when I need to. Plus, I got to relish telling everyone I had gotten a huge piercing. Yeah, I felt pretty cool…
3. DENIM/FLANNEL: Although both fabrics are not typically associated with summer wear, wearing a denim cut-off shirt or a flannel button-down tied at the waist is the quickest way to find yourself in hipster territory, especially when paired with a maxi skirt.
4. SUNGLASSES: A crazy pair of sunglasses is the key to bringing the whole look together. My favorite style is the cat-eye sunglasses (tip: I find they look best with hair up to accentuate the shape). Another popular choice is the big circular Lennon style or exaggerated Wayfarer’s in bold colors.

 

 

 

 

 

And there you have it. Happy spring to everybody!

Note: As always, I claim no ownership over photos that are not mine! The cat-eye sunglasses pictured are from Polyvore after a quick Google search

No Butt’s About It!

A week into healthy eating and the temptations start creeping in from all angles. Big Sunday dinners, Monday’s anti-stress snacks, and seemingly no time to work out anytime during the coming week. To keep motivated, I’m changing up my exercise routine to focus on my most dreaded body part…the booty. I discovered this workout via Khloé Kardashian. It’s a simple, short, and effective toning exercise. And hey, if anybody knows about butts, it’s the Kardashians.

Note: I found that starting at 50 and moving up slowly wasn’t enough of a strain, so I decided to start at 60 and am moving up daily in increments of 10 instead of 5. The best part about this workout is that it’s easy to switch up, as long as you’re still completing at least the minimum! No slacking people.

Stay focused, three weeks to go!

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It’s April 1st and it’s high time for healthy eating to recommence. Beach season is right around the corner and there’s a summer of short-shorts and tight dresses ahead.

Idk about you, but I’m starting my spring regimen with a long run, a big yellow apple, and a new pair of running shorts

—Need a push? Check out LDC’s “Post Holiday Cleanse” in the ‘All Posts’ tab—

Time for a Face-Lift

In keeping with my spring cleaning resolutions for this April, LDC now has a new look! Keep in mind that this means that some older posts aren’t as well formatted, so bear with me while I work things out. Hope you like!

It’s Spring Cleaning Time!

How great is it to feel the sun on your skin again? I can’t get enough of spring! This year, I’m going all out with spring by doing a full-scale spring cleaning of my life. That means closet, diet, and old habits are all in need of a thorough re-evaluation.

Springtime in Dublin!

After visiting Ireland a few weeks past and getting a taste of spring in the UK, I felt completely re-energized and ready for April! With only one month left abroad and a trip to Portugal coming up in three weeks, it’s high time for me to leave the olive oil and fresh bread behind and start truly getting ready for beach season. Every year, we all make valiant (however last minute or half-hearted) efforts to get ready for spring break, and this is the chance to follow through with whatever lifestyle changes you promised you’d make and carry them through til summer!

I went on a long, outdoor run for the first time since December’s snow and it felt amazing. I highly recommend mixing up your usual work out routine to try something new and pump your enthusiasm back up. I might even try one of the three hundred exercise routines I’ve pinned… Spring is also the perfect time to take a good look at your eating habits: are you drinking enough water? Getting all your fiber? Eating lots of fruits and veggies? If not, time to make some changes. For further tips, check out this post

Your closet shouldn’t be allowed to escape a spring cleaning either–those three shirts you never bring to school with you but never wear back at home either? Donate them! Old sandals that are falling apart or rub your feet the wrong way (no matter how many times you tell yourself that they’re almost worn in)? Donate them! Grungy bathing suits from years ago that you keep at the bottom of your drawer? Throw them the eff out. Spring is the perfect excuse to get organized, so don’t let it pass you by.

Over the next few weeks, look around your life for clothes/knick-knacks/people/problems that are weighing you down and evaluate how best to address them.

The lush and green Cliffs of Moher (bright pastel purple skinny jeans were a must of course)