Fall fashion: OOTD

9/29/2012

 
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The cooler autumn weather is just starting to roll in, which means we can start bringing out some of our cute and cozy fall clothing. Today I paired a long cotton sweater with some dark jeggings, boots, a belt, and a cute necklace to create this casual and cute outfit, that you can easily accomplish yourself. If you don't have a body-con style sweater dress look in your older sister's closet for a sweater that is a bit too long or big for you and if needed stretch it down to make it longer. This will create the tight fitting sweater "dress." Next, put on your favorite tight fitting jeggings or leggings (I liked the jeans look for this sweater.) Accessorize with a long necklace (I'm wearing an owl necklace from Claire's.) Tie the outfit together with a belt to add shape and a bit of personality to the outfit. I've found this outfit looks cute with almost any boots,  I wore my Bearpaw boots but really any will work so get creative. For my hair I decided to go with a style that has been extremely popular lately, french braids! I parted my hair to the side and french braided to about my ear, then pinned it back with bobbypins, and curled my hair with a wand curler. That completes today's OOTD (outfit of the day.) Please comment below what you think! 
Lots of Love,
Annelise <3

 
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Hey girls! I have gotten a few requests to make a post about my current fashion obsession, so today I had some free time before soccer practice and I decided to post about my latest obsession: pearl earrings! My sister got a pair of pearl earrings for her birthday a few months ago and one day I decided to wear them to a fancy dinner. I got lots of compliments (the first sign of a great accessory.) The next day, I threw on a sweatshirt preparing myself for a cozy laid-back day. I had forgotten to take off the pearls but noticed they gave my cozy outfit a whole new look I loved. All this to say, I fell in love with them! I wear pearl earrings EVERYWHERE, and they always seem to match and add a cute touch to any outfit. If you aren't looking to spend a lot of money on real pearls, I've found fake ones look just as good! Comment below what you think :)
~Annelise <3




How to: Bandanas

9/26/2012

 
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Bandanas are a cute way to add personality to a ponytail, bun, or any hairstyle! Recently, they have been one if my many obsessions, especially as the cool weather rolls in and I'm starting to wear more cozy sweatshirts. You can wear bandanas in SO many ways! This "how-to" is one of my favorite ways, what i call the "bandana bow." I hope you enjoy :)


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Step 1: Choose any square bandana and fold one corner to the other to make a big triangle shape.

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Step 2: Starting at the bottom corner (where the flaps unfold) start folding it upwards. You can fold as thick as you want depending on how you like it.

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Step 3: Fold all the way up to the top! Your bandana should look like the picture shown!

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Step 4: Now place the bandana on the underside of your hair/head so the ends are up on the top of your head. Try to make sure the ends are equal in length.

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Step 5: Tie the ends twice so you the ends look bow-like. If they are too long you can tie it again to shorten them. Play with the ends until they look how you like.

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Now you are finished! I love this look with ponytails and messy buns but you can do it with any hairstyle you like! Comment below what you think! 
Thanks,
Annelise <3

 
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Step 1: Pull your hair to the side and section it off into two equal parts. Tie off with hair elastics.


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Step 2: Do an inverse braid on each section and tie off. (An inverse braid is the same as a regular simple braid but you go under the hair rather than over.)

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Step 3: Take the braid closer to your face and tug gently on the section of it closest to your face. Tug as much or little as you want (this will spread out the braid and make it look more like one braid when we combine the two.) Do the same on the other braid, but tug the section furthest from your face.

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Step 4: Now we will combine the braids! Lay them next to each other and using a bobby-pin in the back (underside) of the braid pin the two middle sections together. Pin all the way down the braid until they are secure together. Then take out the hair elastics and tie off the braid with a single elastic.

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Step 5: If you have bangs or some layers fall out you can curl them. You can add a flower or any pretty clip to add color or personality. Spray lightly with some hair spray to tame fly-aways and you are done!

 
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After moving across the country, and away from my friends, I am always looking for new ways to keep in touch with my friends, especially when it's free! I recently came across a fun and free way to communicate with friends by sharing pictures, an app called "Instagram." With Instagram, you can post pictures on your account, which your friends and followers can like and comment on. You can follow other people and view their galleries of pictures too! But are you worried of strangers viewing your pictures? Instagram allows you to keep your account private and only viewed by friends and family. All together an app I recommend! Making an Instagram account now? Follow me @livetolove_321

Welcome

9/25/2012

 
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Hi! My name is Annelise! I am a normal thirteen year old girl here to help you live a happier and better life! I will post tricks and tips of beauty and fashion, as well as fun things to do and things I love and recommend! Hopefully I can help make your life as a teenager more enjoyable! Have any requests? Comment below!
Love,
Annelise <3