the thigh gap

Feet together… thighs apart. ugh. It used to be collar bones and hip bones and now... it's the thigh gap. If you haven't heard of or noticed the thigh gap before, you will now {sorry}. 

 A small space between your thighs is apparently the next best thing to clear skin, shiny hair, and a small waist. I think the thigh gap has become such a craze since leggings have become pants. 

Now that some spring break diets have started {for some smart crazies}, how can we get that gap?!

{Id be cool with her abs, too}

Robyn Lawley is an Australian model {who is stunnnnning} but is on the opposite end of this spectrum. Her thighs "kiss" and she is proud of it. This curvy voluptuous model has an important message that everyone {thigh gap or not} should listen to. She said, "I want my thighs to be bigger and stronger. I want to run faster and swim longer. I suppose we all just want different things, but women have enough pressure as it is without the added burden of achieving a “thigh gap.” ... We have the power to change perceptions about body image—and we have the power to stop harmful trends like the “thigh gap."

1. Kim Kardashian

2. Beyonce

3. Hillary Duff

4. Jennifer Lopez

5. Jennifer Lawrence

6. Tyra Banks

7. Kate Winslet

8. Hayden Panettiere

What do these eight beautiful & in shape women have in common.. NO THIGH GAP! Not to beat a dead horse… but… you can be beautiful without the gap.

There are a few ways to help you achieve this highly coveted space between your legs but a lot of it {unfortunately} is left to genetics. Most often, you can't have a great a$$ and a thigh gap... it's only fair girls, you really shouldn't be able to have it all. 

Iffffff, you still want to give the thigh gap a shot… here are some exercises we have collaborated that can help you achieve this look. 

If you are giving the thigh gap a shot: good luck & may the odds be ever in your favor

If you are thinking "hell to the no!": MORE POWER TO YOU.

xo

GroopDealz Findz

We recently came across a website that has daily super sales... and who doesn't like sales!?!? The website is groopdealz.com and its full of great finds for very even better prices. Items on the site range from jewelry, clothing, home decor, to organizational things. Here are some of our fav finds from this week! If you want to order any of them, you have to jump on them fast as the sales do not last for more than a week most times.

These boot cuffs are on GroopDealz for only $8.99 and they are the perfect addition to any fall/winter outfit. 

This sparkly necklace is the perfect accessory for any holiday outfit and it's SUPER affordable {$6.99}

These bangles are perfect on their own or to add to a stack {find more about stacking here}. These bangles are only $5.99 {each}.

Monogram, monogram, monogram... This adorable monogram bracelet is $12.99 and it is a great gift for moms, sisters {hint, hint} , or friends!

This extension cord will add 12 inches of cord to any iPhone charger! Great gift for dads and its only $5.99!

This necklace comes in a few different color options that are all perfect to add a little bling to a simple outfit. Only $5.99!

Everyone's biggest fears with websites like these is that they are cheaply made products. We wouldn't ever want to lead you astray so we ordered a few pieces of jewelry a few weeks ago from the site and we were very pleasantly surprised! The jewelry is of great quality and it {so far} has been very long lasting. Sooooo, order quick...they sell out VERY fast! Send us pictures of you wearing or using one of  your new purchases, we'd love to see!

20 Things That Make Me Smile

This past week of school has been extremely stressful and unhappy. So to brighten my mood and stop being so stressed and sad, I decided to make a list of the 20 things that make me happy.

1. Doing something nice for someone unexpectedly

This week while I was in the drive through Starbucks line I bought the lady's coffee behind me. I felt so good afterwards and it really made me and the other woman happy.

2. The smell of a bonfire

On those cool winter nights there is nothing better than hanging around a bonfire with some friends. A great way to cheer myself up so to sit around a bonfire and just watch the flames and smell the burning wood.

3. Charlie

Be nice to the people that make you happy! Just because you're having a rough day doesn't mean you should take it out on your loved ones. 

4. Uncontrollable laughter that makes your stomach hurt

Laughter is the best sound in the world and the best medicine for sadness and frustration

5. Breakfast foods

Kick start your day the right way. Eating some nommy foods and drinking coffee always makes my day start right!

6. Driving with all the windows down and listening to a favorite song

When I'm having a tough day the best thing is a long drive with the windows down, listening to my favorite songs and just relaxing.

7. My friends and family

I don't know where I would be without these people. Treat the ones you care about with kindness and goodwill. Don't take your stress and frustration out on the ones that are always there for you. Give your friends and family a hug when your stressed!

8. Elephants

I just think elephants are the cutest:) I love to watch Dumbo when Im feeling down.

9. Getting into a freshly made bed with clean sheets

The smell, the feel, the everything! I always think clean sheets help me get over being stressed and sad. 

10. The cold side of the pillow

Instead of being sad and stressed over not sleeping. Turn over the pillow and try again. The cold side is always the best side.

11. Sand between my toes

Born 'n Raised with sand in my toes and wind in my hair, I can't help but smile when sand is ticking my toes.

12. The saltiness left on your skin after a day at the beach

I love the dry salty feeling of the beach. Growing up on the lovely Florida beaches has taught me to enjoy the saltiness.

13. Giraffes

I dont know what else to say other than they are adorable and they have super cool necks:)

14. Anything to do with crafting/DIY

Crafting is a fabulous way to relax, have a good time and release stress. Its a passion of mine that I could not imagine not doing.

15. Chocolate goodness of any variety

Ahhhhhh! Just look at that chocolatey goodness! If I'm having a bad day some chocolate will instantly cheer me up!

16. Baking delicious treats

yummmmm! I love baking because the treats are delicious and I enjoy giving them to other people.

17. Fresh cup of tea in the morning

Sip & Be Well! Thats all there is too it! Wake up and feel refreshed with some tea. If I'm feeling stressed throughout the day I just stop what I'm doing for a little and go make myself some tea. It always relaxes me and puts me in a better mood.

18. Big sweaters

Nothing better than getting home from school and throwing on a big sweater and watching some Netflix.

19. The smell after it rains

I love curling up on the couch and reading a book in the rain, but there is nothing better than the smell of the air right after it rains. If someone could make a candle or a perfume of that smell, you would have all my money!

20. Mint green

Anything & everything mint green is my favorite! I love love love this color. On a bad day I just want to wrap myself up in mint green!

Making this list made me feel so much better:) so if you're having a sucky day, think about all the things that make you happy! it will make you feel a lot better, I promise.