Do or Don't: Bows

When I first think of bows all I can think of is when parents throw a bow on their babies. Other than for the cuteness value, they also do it because let's face it sometimes it's really hard to tell if a baby is a girl or boy. But I don't think bows are only for babies! Whenever I think my outfit needs a touch of"girly" I like to add a bow and I think it's complete!

Here are some of my "bow loves"

Bows and wedges? I  see nothing wrong with this picture!

Another pair of my favorites: backless dresses and bows.

This simple rhinestone bow bracelet is adorable from Windsor

I've been loving this new trend of making a bow in you hair, out of your own hair!

Here's a great tutorial so you can do it yourself!

But I also swear by American Apparel's bow hair clips. They sell them in every color imaginable. 

This one's just for fun, Miss Mel and I are suckers for guys in bow ties and suspenders, but really what girl isn't?

This mint bow ring is a must have, as in my birthday is coming up and I must have it! 

*hint hint to any of my friends*

So what do you guys think? Are bows a do or don't? Let us know!

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

"The Carrie Diaries"

 

Have you been watching the new CW show The Carrie Diaries?

I will admit that I feel a little too old to be watching the show but since I loved Sex and the City I decided to give a try and it's actually a pretty entertaining show.  For those who don't know what The Carries Diaries is about, it's supposed to be a prequel to Sex and the City focused on Carrie Bradshaw as a junior in high school. 

 It stars AnnaSophia Robb (Soul Surfer, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Bridge to Terabithia) as a convincing younger Carrie Bradshaw and relative newcomer Austin Butler (Switched at Birth, Life Unexpected) as hottie/badboy Sebastian Kydd.

 

 It's the beginning of Carrie Bradshaw's love affair with New York, fashion and guys.

If you're interested in watching The Carrie Diaries, you've only missed three episodes which are streaming online for free!

The Carrie Diaries is on every Monday night at 8/7c on The CW Network.

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

DIY: Ribbon Photo Backdrop

So as most of you guys know Miss Mel and I are obsessed with most everything concerning glitter. When thinking of fun decorations for our New Years Eve party we made this awesome glitter ribbon photo backdrop. It was super simple and here's how we did it!

Supplies:

12 Glitter Ribbon spools (here is what we used)

2-3 Yard stick or skinny cylinder

Drill

2-3 yards thick string

Scissors

Step One:

Drill holes on both ends of the stick or cylinder that you using. Tie your string to each end through the holes you just made.

Step Two:

Unravel or unroll all your ribbon spools cutting roughly at every 8 foot interval. 

So maybe I had to make myself a little tutu out of all the ribbon...

Step Three:

Tie one end of your ribbon strips to the stick or cylinder. Make sure to squish the knots together so you can't see the stick.

Step Four:

Hang up your backdrop on any wall. Here's our finished product!

We took some really funny pictures from behind the backdrop at the party.

But it was also a great background to the party pictures!

It was super simple to make and now it's hanging up in my apartment for any impromptu  photo sessions! Everyone got a great kick out of taking pictures with it! It'd be great for any type of party. Valentine's day is right around the corner, a pink, red and white one would be adorable!

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather