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Because Lisa Loves to Color Block

Sometimes I need a little color in my life during these drab winter months.

Here is how I styled my color blocking look:

Coat: Victoria's Secret, Top: Loft, Denim: Levis (similar) (similar), Boots: Dolce Vita, Watch Wrap: House of Gemmes, Bracelet: Baublebar, Chain Ring: Tiffany & CO, Ring: Jarrod, Sunnies: Michael Kors, Necklace: Ax + Apple, Hat: Piperlime

I find color blocking so much easier when you stick to solid colors mixed with one neutral color...in this case that was brown for me.

Ever mix bold colors with a neutral one?

Because Kaitlyn Hosted an Oscar Party

I love award season and being that the Oscars are considered the Superbowl of these events, I look forward to our annual Academy Award Party, hosted with Lake House Lyn. The soiree starts at 5:00 so we don't miss any of the best (and worst) red carpet looks and this gives us plenty of time to start on the 3 rounds of food (healthy snacks, hot appetizers and dessert) 

I've read very mixed reviews of the red carpet style, but I thought most of the dresses were stunning - Very few of them disappointed me...unless we're talking about Anne Hathaway. High neckline = No necklace. Pale pink ill fitting style? Looked like a bad bridesmaid get-up. I love her, but she rivaled Megan McCarthy for worst dressed/90's flash back.

My Top 3:

Alexander McQueen, Elie Saab, Roberto Cavalli

Runners Up:

Miu Miu, Alexis Mabille, L'Wren Scott

And here are some photos from OUR red carpet event where even though we were all in jeans and sweats, was JUST as fabulous ;-)

(cupcakes, black & white cookies, hand dipped tuxedo peeps)

Who was your best/worst dressed? Where did you watch the show?

Sisters Marie in the Suburban Life

  

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Introducing our Intern (& her closet!)

 Lisa and I recently decided to turn to some of our most loyal blog readers and BISTM users for some creative help over the next few months and we are so lucky to have Rebecca on our team. Not only is she super talented in graphic design, but she also lives in Hawaii so of course we're just a little jeal. 

Meet Rebecca & Shop her closet! (leather skirt for spring, anyone?)

We personally have our eye on the leather skirt...What about you?

Rocked it & Swapped it

Lisa's blouse collection is one that would make most girls jealous, so I try to steal (I mean swap!) as many with her as possible ;) I've said it before and I'll say it again: I love menswear tops (button up) with girly elements (bow that ties at the collar and a print of hearts) so this top is one of my favorites.

Boots or flats, tucked or not, here's how we both styled it:

 When it comes to blouses, are you a tucker or not? 

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Just Fab goes Viral!

Have you guys been watching Kimora's House of Fab? Besides her amazing hair, shoes, jeans, bags (okay, lesbihonest, the whole line is lust-worthy), we enjoy Johnny's crazy outfit combos and drama filled story lines each week. 

Check out Johnny’s ‘Shoes ‘n Handbags’ dance....

And now it's your turn!

Submit a Youtube video response (to the video above) of you or your crew doing Johnny’s ‘Shoes ‘n Handbags’ dance. Make sure the video is 3 minutes or less! There will be 3 winners, chosen by JohnnyFab, to win $1,000.

Winners will be announced by March 8 on the JustFab Blog, Facebook, Twitter, and original Youtube video. Contest runs from 2/20-3/3.

Behind the Scenes: Photo Shoot

We recently did a photo shoot with Neil Pili Photography for some updated PR and BISTM/BTGTF pictures. We went with two different looks, (plus various different jackets and blazers) to highlight some of the spring/summer 2013 trends.

Here's a sneak peek of our looks:

Top: Forever 21(similar), Pants: Express, Shoes: C/O Just Fab, Necklace: T + J Designs, Watch: Nordstrom, Spike Bracelet: House of Gemmes, Sunglasses: Target

Dress: BCBG MaxAzria, Shoes: C/O Just Fab, Necklace: J. Crew, Belt: Threadsence, Watch: Fossil, Bracelet: Baublebar, Basketweave bracelet: C/O T + J Designs

What spring trends are you most excited to wear?

P.S. Check out our post at 12 noon CST today about a fun contest for JustFab! 

Peaked My Pinterest: Casual Chic

What female doesn't enjoy an outfit that allows her to be comfortable and stylish all at once? On Pinterest lately, we're seeing a lot of "mix 'n match" like loose fitting boyfriend jeans with a high heel and relaxed sweatshirt/sweater tops with mini skirts. It's all about finding the right match, and here's a few places to start:

Sweaters: Off the Shoulder, V-neck, with Pockets

Heels: Glitter, Pink Pump, Grey Suede, Got the Blues

Jeans: Cuffed up, Dark Denim, The Color Purple

Jewels: Coral Cuff, Skull Bracelet, Try a Triangle, Vintage Earrings

What is your favorite casual chic combo?

Because We Went to Dinner

We recently celebrated a family birthday at one of our favorite restaurants, Casa Margarita. We've been going for years now and always sit at the same table while drinking their fabulously huge margs. It's always nice to meet up with the family after a long week and enjoy some time together.

Here is what we wore:

Blouse: Target, Jeans: c/o Just Fab, Booties: Forever 21, Twitter plate necklace: BaubleBar, Watch: Michael Kors, Ring: Urban Outfitters

 Top and Necklace: Swap w/ Kaitlyn, Shorts: Urban Outfitters, Boots: C/O Just Fab, Bag: Rachel Zoe, Bracelet: Baublebar (similar), Watch: Fossil

 As usual, we had a blast. The kids took turns making wishes in the fountain, the girls chatted about life and our TV shows (OK, Nashville is amazing!) and the boys chatted politics and history. Always fun to slow down and have some quality family time!

Sweat in Style

I enjoy all different kinds of exercise whether it's a long morning run, basketball with the boys or boot camp with my girlfriends (okay, enjoy is a stretch on that one) and we all know we feel better when we look better...Well, working out is no exception. Here are some stylish options for sweating:

Shop the look:

Have you tried any fun new exercise classes lately? Let us know!

Happy Friday!

#Kaitlyn

Rocked it & Swapped it

Kaitlyn wore this very chic top to mother's day this past year.

I immediately fell in love, as it had a boho vibe and I adored the crochet detail on the front and back. When I learned it was for sale in her BISTM closet, I swapped it with her right away!

Here is how we styled "our" Target top:

(Kaitlyn pictured with Lake House Lyn)

I just love tops you can style up or down depending on the occasion, don't you?

#Lisa 

Lisa's Top 5 Face Products

When I decided to do a top 5 beauty product post, I realized that was WAY too hard. First of all, I don't only use 5 and secondly, where do I start? Face (skin before makeup), face (make up), skin, or hair...let's be honest, I can come up with at least 5 in each category. 

In the end, I decided to share my top 5 face products I use before makeup to keep my skin clean and moisturized during these harsh winter months because I think we could all use a little hydration :)

1) Philosophy-Purity face wash: I use this one year round. It makes your skin feel super clean and it never makes me break out (which is key)

2) Skin Ceuticals- C E Ferulic: This one I have used for 2 years now and it is a year round favorite of mine. This one goes on right after I was my face and it protects against UVA/UVB rays as well as stimulates collagen production

3) Skin Ceuticals- B5 Gel: Again a year round favorite. Great for moisturizing your skin and neck

4) Yonka Masque #1: I use this one a lot in the winter. You leave it on for 20-60 minutes and then wash it off. It is great for hydrating your skin. GREAT!

5) Bioelements Sleepwear: I use this one mostly in the winter as well. You put it on at night and sleep with with on. It eliminates dead surface cells, uncovers smoother/softer skin, helps unclog pores, and evens complexion color and tone.

What are your go-to face products?

#Lisa

Recipe Idea: Design Your Own Pizza!

I love all the "Make your own ___ bars" on Pinterest (ice cream, taco, mimosa, etc) and being the creative host that she is, my Mom recently came up with the idea to do a "Make your Own Pizza" station. We look forward to Sundays during Award season because we watch the E! Red carpet together and mock those that we hate and gush over those that we love...Okay, and she's always making something delicious for us to munch on. 

Here's how we designed our own Pizza's:

We each started with a blank canvas: Multigrain Stonefire Flatbread Crusts 

Then came the fun part: The toppings! We had a variety of choices including artichoke, feat cheese, mozzarella, pizza sauce, bbq sauce, pineapple, olives, pepperoni and tomato slices. 

This night, I decided I want to have it all so I went 1/2 and 1/2 with pepperoni and mozzarella on one side and pineapple and feta on the other. Why choose 1 when you can have both? ;)

Final product:

What toppings would you go for?

#Kaitlyn

Peaked my Pinterest: Top Knot with Head Wrap

I saw this image on Pinterest and immediately pinned it on my hair dos board. Whenever I'm in a hair bind, or it's day three of unwashed hair, I always check out Pinterest for a quick and easy selection of ideas.

This style was PERFECT for my day around the house:

1. I flipped my head over and made a super high ponytail making sure I stopped after on the third time pulling the hair through I stopped after I got a small hoop.

2. Next, I pinned the ends of the hair around the base. Using bobby pins, I pinned the hoop down to my head so it was more flat at the base.

3. I don't own any non gym head wraps, but I did have this super cute double head band, so I teased my bangs back using hair spray and place the headband on pushing it slightly forward giving the bang area volume.

End product:

#Lisa

We want to see your YOUR Rock & Swaps!

Question: How many times are you out with your girlfriends saying things like, "You look so cute! Love that shirt. Obsessed with your shoes. Where'd you get that bag?" 

Challenge: Borrow the item, wear it YOUR way and send us the photos of how you both styled the piece. 

We love fashion re-mixes! 

(And when you're both done with item, upload it on BISTM to swap/sell with someone else! Okay, this could go on for days) ;)

Rocked it & Swapped it

 Sometimes you just need to cross your t's and dot your i's (the kind on a blouse, of course!) 

Here's 3 different ways we styled polka dots:

With a vest:

Under a sweater:

Mixed prints:

And of course we didn't forget to accessorize!

Watch: Michael Kors, Spike Bracelet: House of Gemmes

What is your favorite look?

#SistersMarie