Humpday Links

Just a few of our favorite links to get you through this humpday. Happy linking!!

• I am dying to make this necklace i saw on MadeByGirl....it looks so easy and chic!
• These excercises by Amanda Russell look like something i can totally do, especially to lose those unwanted holiday pounds!
• I recently started stalking reading Court+Hudson....how i missed this awesome blog is beyond me!
• I am dying to make these cinnamon brown butter breakfast puffs from smitten kitchen....these would be worth waking up early for!
• I cannot...literally CANNOT stop watching this video....it always puts me in the best mood, now if only i knew what they were saying!
• In 2011 we couldn't get enough of Ms. Nina Holland. If there is one thing you should do for 2012 check out our friend Nina's blog!
• Every winter we buy pan dulce, in my opinion its one of the best desserts. My goal is to use this recipe & my oven to make my own
• The one hair product I cannot live without are my hot rollers! I've put this link up many many times but I swear by it. If you want sexy hair try this hair tutorial
• There is one dessert that I'm dying to try. These salted fudge brownies look delish the pictures don't do it justice
• YouTube is of course my favorite. There's one channel that all of us absolutely adore. Kin Community has the BEST video's. I just want to warn you don't watch them if you're hungry

Have a fabulous Wednesday :)

Dossier Digs 2011

These ladies have been our constant favorites so we named them our favorite blogs of 2011!

If you haven't already we highly recommend checking them out!

Kendi Everyday, Cupcakes & Cashmere & My Style Pill!

a Monday treat

Hello Guys! Today we are guest posting for the lovely Nina Holland, of XOXO Nina while she is having some fun in Alabama! We are sharing our Holiday must haves.....

Go check it out, and show Nina some love, she really is great!!!

Halloween Link Love

With Halloween rapidly approaching we thought we would do a bunch of Halloween related links we can't get enough of!

• Martha Stewart's cute, creative and easy pumpkin carvings are sure to make your halloween that much better!
• Kandee Johnson's Ziggy Stardust is a super fun halloween costume! Seriously Kandee always has the best ideas!
• I read this, 6 creepiest places on Earth, a couple of days ago and honestly these places are suuuper creepy, I wanna visit all of them Muahahaha!!
• The only time I like jello shots are on halloween, there are so many to choose from on this site, it'll be hard to narrow it down!
• These glow jars are so fun, and look so easy to make! They would make great decor for any party! 
• Lets face it halloween is right on our heels but have no fear all these Martha Stewart last minute halloween ideas will definitely help anybody out. I know we'll be using quite a few of these ideas
• Every halloween I get in the baking mood. This halloween I had my heart set on making these ghost cupcakes but halloween crept up on me to fast. Next year these cupcakes are on my halloween to do list
• One last link to get you in the halloween spirit. Feel free to get up & dance to this song, or just sing karaoke! 

Happy Halloween!!

  

the "it" list

Happy Friday Ladies! Take some time to check out these great links!

• gs lillian shares these quirky loafers and flats she found - how fun are these? Check out her blog to see more fun styles! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style never disappoints with her simple and inspiring Monday posts.  This "just breathe" photo has me swooning! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• lex and learn tries stuffed peppers for the first time... yum, these look amazing! (find lex and learn on twitter!)
• rachael, really gives us the scoop on gel nails. I love her insight here - have you ever tried them? (find rachael, really on twitter!)
• little girl in a big world is vowing to shop her closet... I need to be better about this too! (find little girl in a big world on twitter!)
• everyday mom style shows us her sideline attire - all you 'soccer moms' know what I mean! And I love this outfit... perfect for a stylish mom! (find everyday mom style on twitter!)
• spot of whimsy is totally in fall mode... check out her gorgeous farmers market pictures and other snapshots of fall! (find spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• fabulously average sports an adorable fall outfit including stripes and a few bold colors.  How could it get better than this? (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• the style dossier has a flapper/20's gal hair (and makeup!) tutorial.  Just in time for Halloween! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• simply bold is loving ponchos for fall!  Me too! See how she styles them up!
• chic or treat shares her favorite beauty finds at Target - I always love a peek in to a fellow bloggers "shopping cart" so to say!  Check out her picks! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
• take me for a twirl shares her favorite podcasts... are you a podcast addict too!?!? Check out her favorites! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• good life for less releases her newest e-book called "Blog Bits" where she dishes on how to grow and monetize your blog.  Check it out if you are interested in taking your blog to the next level! (find good life for less on twitter!)

blog LOVERS

NEW LOVERS!

These ladies have got it all....check em' out!

Veronika from Girl & Closet.....

.....Sarah from Raving Fashionista &

Kelsey from Snappy Casual.....

the "it" list

Happy Friday ladies!  Explore some of these fabulous links to get your weekend off to a great start!

• gs lillian says she is more comfortable in a dress or skirt than in jeans.  Are you the same? It's not hard to see why, she always looks fabulous in dresses and skirts! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• lex and learn makes a very delicious looking semi-homemade pumpkin bunt cake - get her simple trick for this fall treat! (find lex and learn on twitter!)
• simply bold just snagged a gorgeous pair of leather shorts... check out how she styles them up for fall!
• rachael, really looks absolutely adorable in her denim shorts plus knee high socks plus hunter boots!  What a fun combo! (find rachael, really on twitter!)
• take me for a twirl is totally rocking this bright green blazer - I am loving these looks! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• little girl in a big world does a fall weekend on the beach - check out her trip and live vicariously through her! (find little girl in a big world on twitter!)
• everyday mom style wears a great patterned top to work, but wonders... is the pattern too much!?!? I don't think so, I love it! (find everyday mom style on twitter!)
• fabulously average shows you ladies how to layer even if you live in a warmer climate!  So cute! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy rounds up her favorite fall looks - and they are all just swoon worthy! Head on over and see her inspiration! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• the style dossier lists their top reasons why fall will rock - such a fun list! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style rounds up cozy and unique ways to add blankets to your home decor this fall!  These photos all look so warm and cozy! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• chic or treat finds these adorable velvet flats in several colors for such a steal! Stop by her blog to find out where to snag them! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
• high heels and bubble gum puts together a fab outfit with white pants - yes, after Labor Day - that is perfect for fall! (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
• behind the dressing room door rounds up her top picks for Anthropologies recent 30% off sale! I am loving this gorgeous camel coat! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)

the IT list is produced weekly by jill of good life for less - for information on how you can be involved, click here!

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Friday already? Celebrate the weekend with some fun links!

• if I must say so is rocking some fall boots and they look fabulous!  Have you whipped out your fall boots yet? (find if I say so on twitter!)
• undeniable style has a perfect day in this darling outfit... do you ever have all the components of one day align just so? I love it when that happens! And I am in love with her shoes! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
• high heels and bubble gum pulls together the perfect Sunday outfit... how gorgeous is this ensemble? (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
• the style dossier always has the best tutorials... I'm loving this make-up tutorial that they call "bold and metallic" - gorgeous! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• behind the dressing room door always has her eyes on the best sale items at Anthropologie.  I love this cute jacket - it's perfect for fall! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)
• 100 inspirations recreates this great denim on denim outfit that Katie Holmes wears for less!
• sweetie pie style is loving this mustard sweater - so am I!  See how she styles it three ways! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• fabulously average is seriously rocking the red pants - one of my all time favorite trends!  See how she wears them. (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• take me for a twirl is headed back to school... what's your favorite part about back to school? Or favorite memory? (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• lex and learn rounds up her favorite black boots for fall... check out her gorgeous picks! (find lex and learn on twitter!)
• gs lillian just snagged a pair of gorgeous green loafers and I am totally crushing on them.  Head on over and drool over them with me! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy rounds up some really fun Peter Pan inspired eye candy - go check it out and then dream about being a kid forever! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• simply bold says all you need is love... or at least all you need is a cute "love" t-shirt!  I love this look!
• good life for less is one of the hosts for the luxe lotto... have you entered to win a Kate Spade handbag and a Coach necklace yet? Check it out! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the IT list is produced weekly by Jill of good life for less - for information on how you can be involved, click here!

Guest Posting!

We are guest posting for the lovely Nina Holland today at XOXO, Nina! 

We are reporting on all things fall.....fall fashion, fall beauty, and a we even threw in a pretty sweet dessert recipe! 

Go check it out and show Nina some love!

the "it" list

Happy Friday... take some time to enjoy these great links!

• take me for a twirl does just that... who doesn't love a good twirl shot? Check out how she styles up this twirly skirt! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• the style dossier has a Missoni inspired manicure tutorial for you... just in time for the Missoni for Target launch next week! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• fabulously average writes an open letter to fall... from Pheonix.  She's ready for cooler temps!  But in the meantime, she still manages to look fab in warm weather duds! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• lex and learn just bought a new pair of cowboy boots - see how she plans on styling them up! (find lex and learn on twitter!)
• chic or treat has whipped up some rainy day style inspiration - we have a few rainy days in our forecast... I'm going to take her advice.  Plus, how cute are these rain boots!?! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy confirms that if you weren't a Kate Bosworth fan before... you will be now.  Beautiful! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• undeniable style is hosting a giveaway to win a fun Kate Spade pouch... head on over to enter! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
• so much to smile about is planning her Fashion Night Out outfit... here are her picks!  I do wonder what she ended up wearing... (find so much to smile about on twitter!)
• if I must say so asks "brunch anyone?" Check out her favorite brunch spot and of course, what she wore! (find if I must say so on twitter!)
• gs lillian shows off her favorite ways to wear stripes... I love stripes any way, but I especially love them in this stripe on stripe outfit! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• behind the dressing room door features great sale items at Anthroplogie - I'm loving the boots she found! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style announces her fall nail polish trends - check out her picks! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• high heels and bubble gum shares her top two fall trends... colored jeans and fringe!  See how she puts the two together in a super cute outfit! (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
• good life for less shares her top skin care picks from the drugstore - check out her favorites! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the IT list is produced weekly by Jill of good life for less - click here to see how you can be involved!

the "it" list

What!?!? It's September!!  While I'm always a little sad to see summer go, I do love the month of September!  Celebrate fall with some great links!

• mix and match fashion pairs her pink blazer with a fun chevron patterned top - I absolutely love this look for a late summer day! (find mix and match fashion on twitter!)
• take me for a twirl lays out her fall wish list... I am in love with this green blazer she is crushing on! Perfect for summer to fall! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• chic or treat DIYs her own glitter flats... whoa! I am obsessed with these... and the best part, she only spent $20! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
• lex and learn has the perfect formula for sleeping in AND getting a healthy breakfast - I like the way she thinks!
• so much to smile about is taking summer out in style - check out her Labor Day weekend style inspiration! (find so much to smile about on twitter!)
• the style dossier offers up a simple tutorial on a voluminous ponytail, including her 'secret weapon' to get the exact volume you need! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• fabulously average pulls off what could possibly be the most perfect 'casual Friday' look ever.  Check out her look and be inspired! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• high heels and bubblegum sports white pants, sequins and a denim jacket for the win.  This outfit has me swooning!  (find high heels and bubblegum on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy is in love the new Oscar de la Renta ad campaign - and rounds up other work from the same artist. I'm in love too... these are so glamorous and girly! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style found the perfect platform loafer for fall... see how she styles it up three ways! I know I am loving these shoes! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• as luck would have it also rounds up her favorites for fall. I always love a peek into what others are loving... and this sweet summer to fall skirt is no exception! Cute! 
• undeniable style takes an ill-fitted dress and sews it into a super cute top... check out her skills and how she styles it up! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
• if I must say so pairs denim shorts and lace for a perfect summer look... how sweet is this outfit!?! (find if I must say so on twitter!)
• good life for less asks would you wear boots with shorts for a late summer look!?!? Check out her inspiration and answer the question for yourself! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the IT list is produced weekly by jill of good life for less... for information on how you can be involved - click here!

the "it" list

It's another Friday... Check out these great links to start your weekend off right!

• as luck would have it gives you the inside scoop on her five favorite lipsticks... and tries each of them on for you!  Check out her picks and how she wears each of them! 
• gs lillian looks fabulous, as always, in polka dots and leopard! I love this combo... are you inspired to try it too!?! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy has a new series called "she" that I am just LOVING!  Check out the inspirational and aspirational words! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• high heels and bubble gum is looking amazing in this lace and lavender number - I am loving lace for fall.  Plus, see what special item she got back after it being gone for a while! (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
• so much to smile about rounds up maxi dresses for fall... could it be that a maxi dress is more suited to fall than summer? I think so! (find so much to smile about on twitter!)
• the style dossier's little sister writes herself a to-do list for fall 2011... check it out and see why I wish I were in high school again.  Even though I'm not... I think I'll still write one for myself! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• fabulously average puts together a really great look inspired by her favorite new fashion book... check out her formula and what book it is! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• sweetie pie style is loving navy and brown for fall.  I love this combo and her inspiration! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• mix and match fashion tries out trendy colored denim for fall - green to be exact!  Hear her thoughts on the denim and the trend! (find mix and match fashion on twitter!)
• chic or treat gives her tips and tricks for an effortless fall makeup routine. I love her choices... check them out! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
• take me for a twirl rocks her adorable cowboy boots in three fabulous outfits. See how she wears them, but be forewarned... you'll want a pair of cowboy boots too! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• good life for less gives advice on how to take your favorite summer items into fall.  Check out how she makes the most of her wardrobe! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the IT list is produced by Jill of good life for less - for information on how you can be involved... click here!

work it!

Today we are linking up with the lovely Jill of Good Life For Less. She is doing Work it Wednesday, you take one item of clothing or one trend and style it 3 ways. We decided to submit the very first 3 way style we did. We all styled a bright summer dress. 

It's so fun to do stuff like this, it really gets your creative juices flowing! 

Check out the Work it Wednesday post here, and see what everyone came up with! You should link up too!

la la la links

Happy Sunday Friends! 

We would like to give a shout out to all our new followers....we are so glad you're here, well were glad your ALL here!

Now on to some links you should be a clickin'......

• I love looking at all the fabulous places these girls go to eat.....NYC here I come!
• Halloween is right around the corner so I need to brush up on my 1920's look asap! Don't ya just love Halloween?
• This is just the link for you, when your freezing in the 20 below winter wonderlands that we don't see here in Texas, can you sense my jealousy through the computer? Sounds of summer to get you through the chilly temps, or for now if you just love hearing summer while your updating posts to your blog :)
• This eye is gorgeous! Im so digging the blue with the purple with the bronze OH! its so beautiful. Thanks Celina for showing me this beautiful look, you bet ill be rocking this on my next outing!!
• I cannot stop watching this video, i love it! I have always loved this song but i think i love this cover even MORE!
• I have been stalking this blog for a while now, i absolutely love Natalie and her style, she seems like the coolest girl i need to know!
• Have you seen the new Mad Men collection from Banana Republic? It's is lust worthy....all the animal print is to.die.for!
• I love everything about this website, even the name Pugly Pixel, plus they have some pretty sweet and useful tutorials for bloggers!

everything's better in TEXAS

 This month were paying homage to some of our favorite TEXAS bloggers!

Indiana of Adored Austin......

......Jane of Sea of Shoes &

Linda of Little Tin Soldier.....

These ladies are the bees-knees plus their blogs are BIG & BRIGHT (clap...clap...clap...clap) Deep in the Heart of Texas! 

Sorry we had to throw that in there!

Check these ladies out!

the "it" list

Happy Friday ladies!  Take some time to check out these awesome links!

• fabulously average rocks a super fun summer outfit in pink and blue! I love these fun bright colors. (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• the style dossier rounds up the latest and greatest in leopard print - a true staple for fall! Check out these fun pieces! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• take me for a twirl rocks some serious bangle bracelets... check out how she pulls it off! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• gs lillian is wearing the cutest glasses, I'm in love! And check out how you can snag a necklace just like hers, and you are going to want to find out! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• little tin soldier is seriously rocking the safari-chic look here.  Plus I love how she went out a on limb and ordered a sweater in a different size for a new look, read about the details! (find little tin soldier on twitter!)
• as luck would have it whips ups some tasty looking oven baked zucchini fries. I can't wait to try this with all of the huge zucchinis I have been bringing home from the market!
• sweetie pie style is giving away a $50 Teleflora gift certificate... check out her beautiful flowers and then enter to win! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• mix and match fashion is giving away this fun color blocked top!  Stop on over to her blog to enter and to see how she styles it! (find mix and match fashion on twitter!)
• high heels and bubblegum is sporting a gorgeous watercolor printed top, it looks great on her and is such a vibrant look for summer! (find high heels and bubblegum on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy features the new "Mad Men" clothing line for Banana Republic... it's gorgeous on it's own, but if you are a fan you will be just drooling!  (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• good life for less pairs standard skinny jeans with a white button up for a crisp summer look! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the IT list is produced weekly by Jill of good life for less, for more information on how you can be involved, click here!

the "it" list

Happy Friday again ladies!  Take some time to check out these awesome links this morning!

• little tin soldier looks fresh and summer-ready in these ultra feminine ruffles.  I am loving this look on her! (find little tin soldier on twitter!)
• 100 inspirations features this simple Cameron Diaz look for less... I could wear simple and modern looks like this each day! 
• sweetie pie style breathes new life into a family heirloom.  Check out her play by play of refinishing a dining room table - and the gorgeous "after" photos as well! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
• fabulously average takes inspiration from a favorite blogger when she recreates this twirly outfit! How fun! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
• take me for a twirl is galavanting through the streets of London (lucky gal!) - check out her cute outfit and her tips on blending in like a local! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
• the style dossier whips up a super sweet hair tutorial that is perfect for summer.  Check out their awesome step by step photos! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
• a spot of whimsy shares a jaw-droppingly gorgeous macaroon shop in Mexico.  Put a visit to this place on your bucket list. Wow! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
• gs lillian does pink and black together like no other gal. Seriously... check out this amazing outfit and accessories! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
• good tots rounds up fun kitchen and party accessories from Etsy... I am in love with these fun straws!
• good life for less is celebrating her birthday by giving away a fun and celebratory Kate Spade bracelet!  Stop by to check it out and enter! (find good life for less on twitter!)

the IT list is produced weekly by Jill of good life for less, for information on how you can be involved... click here!

Link it up!

• I recently was shown this video thanks to my friend Benji (thanks ben!!) It's so hilarious and has MAJOR stars making HUGE cameo's. If you like the Beastie Boys this link is for you and if you just like A list celebrities acting hilarious well then click away.
• Michelle Phan is genius, I mean what greater compliment can you get. They called Einstein a genius for crying out loud. Its HUGE!! (your welcome Michelle) I love all her videos and especially this one. I love this summery look she did and I'm determined to rock this before summer is over. Can't get enough of her!
• When I watch this flash mob video it ALWAYS makes me soooo happy. I mean grin from ear to ear even a little teary eyed  happy. Don't say I didn't warn ya
• I recently stumbled on the blog Dear Photograph. It's so neat, and fun to look at all the pictures and messages!  I'm dying to send in my own!
• I am determined to master this water marbling nail art.....but until then I'll settle for these strawberry nails!

Hope you like some of our favorite links....we still have ton's more up our sleeve so stay tuned till next week! 

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