Fashion – Page 128 – A Double Dose

Crop Top

April 28, 2016

{ BRA: Mara Hoffman c/o Similar Option HERE | LEGGINGS: Carbon38 Liquid Leggings c/o Similar Option HERE| SHIRT: Gingham Button Up | SHOES: Puma pulse XT| SUNGLASSES: Ray Ban; Get first month free with code ‘DOUBLEDOSEBLOG’ | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here and Cartier Dupe Bracelet | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here and Diamond Bar Ring and Stackable Pave Rings and Midi Ring| NECKLACE: Gold Bar Necklace and Arrow Necklace| WATCH: Michele Deco Watch | PHONE CASE: Marble + Gold Case}

Crop Top- The cutest aztec printed crop top paired with liquid leggings for a fun athleisure look | adoubledose.com

I have to say, I don’t normally run around in crop tops or sports bras. I just feel so awkward like that, haha. BUT, with that being said, they are still super cute for some pictures, and if you’ve been working hard in the gym, why not show it off? I think it’s more acceptable (at least to me) when you have a flannel button up, or even a chambray shirt tied around your waist to kind of cover up more of your tummy area, if that makes sense?

I probably will still not walk around like this on a typical day, but it I love the look of it! Maybe I will surprise myself one day and wear this!

If you all haven’t noticed by now, we are both major fans of liquid leggings. I love this pair because they fit GREAT and they have zippers on the bottom, so they’re super edgy and can be worn with so many things!

I love the cut of the crop top, and the back is to DIE for. It would be super cute under a open-back top to show off the detail in the back!

Also, these Puma shoes are so cute. Every time I post them, I get a ton of compliments, or even when I am just wearing them out. They’re super affordable, but do run kind of small, so I recommend sizing up a half size!

And, since we are on the topic of working out, we get a ton of questions every week about what we eat, what we do to workout, etc. We share a roundup of our workouts and eats every Sunday or Monday, so be sure to check those out. Here is this week’s post! As always, feel free to email us with any questions! We are by no means experts, but we love to share what works best for us!

Thanks for stopping by! Hope you all have a great Thursday! Xo

Fashion / Lifestyle

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

April 27, 2016

{ Deborah Lippmann Nail Polishes | Mini Heart Pendant Necklace | ‘What’s The Scoop’ iPhone Case | Candle | Red Saddle Bag | David Yurman ‘Albion’ Ring | Nike ‘Juvenile’ Sneakers | ‘SMILE’ Ballet Flats | Halogen Lace Up Flats | Michele Deco Watch | Pink Longchamp Tote | Kate Spade ‘Walk On Air’ Perfume | S’well Water Bottle }

Not to worry, you still have over a week to get your mom a thoughtful gift for Mother’s Day. Not going to lie, Sam and I struggle each year with trying to come up with something my mom doesn’t already have/says she doesn’t want anything. Well, how can you not get your mom anything for Mother’s Day?!

Even if she says she doesn’t want anything, we still always get her at least a card and flowers. She is one of the most important people in our lives and such a role model for us. If you all don’t know already, we are SUPER close with her. She is really there for us ANY time of the day, no matter what. I honestly hope to be half the mom she is one day. Anyways, enough with the cheesy writing for this post, haha.

When I was putting stuff together for this post, I tried picking out stuff that I knew mom’s (our yourself) would love and actually use! Who wants to get a gift that 1. isn’t really that thoughtful, and 2. will just get thrown in the pile of stuff you never will use!

I actually own some of these items, and if I don’t I picked them out for a good reason! I have this David Yurman ring and this Michele Deco watch. I LOVE them both for so many reasons, but I will say that I have had both pieces for over 4 years and wear them every single day. I get a ton of compliments on both pieces, so they are SO worth the investment!

If you’re looking for less of an investment piece, I have this Kate Spade ‘Walk On Air’ perfume and this hot pink S’well bottle. The perfume smells amazing, and the bottle keeps our water or drink super cold all day long! Plus, how cute is the bottle?

I love that this gold necklace has a heart, but is also personalized and has an initial! Another fun item is this phone case! I love it because my mom always says that line and it would be perfect for her!

How adorable is this hot pink longchamp bag? I have it in a lighter pink and it is so durable. I used to really pack it full for traveling, the beach, errands, etc. and it still has not ripped!

Here are some more finds that didn’t fit in the collage above [click items to shop directly!]:

Also, we thought this article was interesting about the technique of using conditioner before shampoo!

Fashion

Styling a Chambray Shirt

April 21, 2016

Since we literally wear a chambray shirt at least once a week, we knew we had to share some ways we love to incorporate them into any season. They are SO versatile, and can be worn in so many ways. No repeating outfits here! Just kidding, nothing wrong with repeating outfits, but you won’t need to when you see how many ways you can style this one button up!

I shared this look on the blog not too long ago where I paired the chambray shirt with some liquid leggings and cobalt heels with two statement necklaces. All outfit details in this post!
Outfit Details: { CHAMBRAY BUTTON UP: J.Crew | LIQUID LEGGINGS: Here | HEELS : Similar Here | SUNGLASSES: Here, rent these sunnies and get 1st month free with code DOUBLEDOSEBLOG | BAG: Similar Quilted Bag Here | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | NECKLACE: Statement Necklace similar here and here | WATCH: Cluse }

Sam wore this look on the blog in the fall with some camo pants. All outfit details in this post!Outfit Details: {Denim Button Up | Camo Pants Similar Here | Pink Slip Ons | Sunglasses | Louis Vuitton Neverfull | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch }

We haven’t shared this look yet, but Sam paired a chambray shirt with a sequined tank and some black ripped jeans!Outfit Details: { CHAMBRAY BUTTON UP: J.Crew | SEQUIN TANK: Similar Here | SUNGLASSES: Here, rent these sunnies and get 1st month free with code DOUBLEDOSEBLOG | BAG: Similar Quilted Bag Here | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | NECKLACE: Bar Necklace and Love Necklace | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch }

I wore this fun red, white, and blue dress with a chambray shirt tied around my waist for the Cowboys vs. Patriots game in the fall!
Outfit Details: { CHAMBRAY BUTTON UP: J.Crew | BLUE DRESS : Similar Here and here | BAG: Furla Chain Bag | SHOES: White Converse | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | NECKLACE: Red Necklace Similar Here | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch }

When we were in NYC in the fall, I paired some stripes with camo and tied the button up around my waist in case I got cold. It provided a great outer layer when it got cooler at night.
Outfit Details: {Denim Button Up | Camo Pants Similar Here | Striped Tee | Pink Ballet Flats Similar Here | Sunglasses | Louis Vuitton Neverfull | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch }

As you all can tell, I love pairing chambray shirts with statement necklaces because it just dressed up the outfit perfectly!
Outfit Details: {Denim Button Up | Grey Pants | Pink Heels Similar Here and Here | Statement Necklace Similar Here | Rebecca Minkoff Love Crossbody Bag| David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch }

This chambray is a short-sleeved one, but it is great for spring/summer. I paired it with some dark flared jeans and gold wedges!Outfit Details: {Denim Button Up | Flared Denim Jeans | Gold Wedges Similar Here and Here | Leopard Belt | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch }

Another look with the same liquid leggings and my favorite New Balance sneaks. I am wearing the shirt with a statement necklace again, too!
Outfit Details: { CHAMBRAY BUTTON UP: J.Crew | LIQUID LEGGINGS: Here | SHOES : Here| BAG: Similar Quilted Bag Here | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | NECKLACE: Statement Necklace similar here and here | WATCH: Cluse }

At the start of spring, I paired my chambray with some soft shorts and espadrille flats. I tied the shirt up in a knot, which I love to do when wearing jeans, too!
Outfit Details: {Denim Button Up | Soft Shorts Similar Here | Striped Espadrille Flats Similar Here | Sunglasses | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch | Louis Vuitton Neverfull }

I paired the shirt tied around my waist with the comfiest romper and some red lace up flats!
Outfit Details:{Denim Button Up | Navy Romper | Red Lace Up Flats Similar Here | Sunglasses | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch | Louis Vuitton Neverfull }

Here is another look with the short-sleeved chambray with some crochet shorts and a statement necklace.
Outfit Details: {Denim Button Up | Crochet Shorts Similar Here | Gold Wedges Similar Here | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch | Statement Necklace Similar Here }

One of my favorite looks from the winter. I paired the chambray with some dark jeans and some grey suede boots!

Outfit Details: {Denim Button Up | Dark Skinny Jeans | Grey Boots Similar here | Phone Case | Leopard Belt | Celine Phantom Bag | David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here | David Yurman Ring here and here | Michele Deco Watch }

We have a few different shades of chambray button ups we like to wear, so here are the ones we love, as well as some other options that we think are flattering and fit well!

This one and this one are both from J.Crew and a classic one. They come in petite, too, which is great if you’re smaller like we are!

I love this one from the GAP because it’s short-sleeved, so it’s great for spring and summer.

This one has a dark western feel to it, so I love it with more denim, or even a white pair of jeans!

This shirt is from Madewell, and I have heard great things about it!

click + scroll to shop each shirt directly!

Fashion / For the Gym

Getting Active With Old Navy

April 14, 2016

{ LEGGINGS: Old Navy Black Crops c/o| TANK: Old Navy Mesh Tank c/o | SHOES: All Birds c/o| SUNGLASSES: Ray Ban Mirrored Aviators– 1st month free with code DOUBLEDOSEBLOG | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here and Cartier Dupe Bracelet | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here and Diamond Bar Ring and Stackable Pave Rings and Midi Ring| NECKLACE: Gold Bar Necklace and Arrow Necklace| WATCH: Michele Deco Watch }

There is something about a great outfit that just gets us so motivated to go to the gym. We will admit that even we have days that we are literally dragging ourselves to the gym. While we do LOVE working out and staying fit, we definitely have our days where that motivation is lacking.

When we are feeling like the gym is the last place we want to be, we will usually pick out a cute outfit (usually something with some sort of mesh) like this tank. There is something about mesh that we just both love so much. It is kind of revealing and spices up the outfit without being too much, you know?Another thing we take into account a ton is how affordable the pieces are. Who wants to spend an arm and leg on something that could get ruined during an intense workout? Of course, that doesn’t mean you wear a trash bag, though! What we love about Old Navy’s activewear line is that it is all SO affordable and #builtforplay! Most of the pieces are all under $20 or $30. How cool is that? I mean, look at how cute these pieces are!

See more of the adorable workout gear here!

I love these black crops because black just goes with everything. Also, since my tank and these leggings are both part of the “run” activewear line, they have a smooth, quick-drying compression fabric perfect for getting your sweat on! Even though they are black, they also have a “Superior Go-Dry Shade” wicking technology with built-in sun protection. I do love black, but sometimes, I can get so hot in it! It was extremely hot when we were shooting this look, and these were super breathable.

I also love these mesh panel leggings!
How cute is the back of this tank? I LOVE the mesh in the back and the top is super light and breathable, which is key when you’re getting all sweaty!

Speaking of getting sweaty, I am far from a runner! I would love to someday run a marathon of some sort, or something of that level because I think it is such an accomplishment, and since I don’t enjoy it that much, I think it would be even more important for me to do at some point.

For my workouts, I usually like to start off with some cardio (either on the stair master) or on the treadmill. For the stair master, I will usually do a moderate speed like level 8-10, but I do NOT hold on! If you hold on, you are making it way easier, and not letting your legs do the actual workout! If I am doing the treadmill, I will usually walk at a speed of 3.3-3.5 and an incline of 10.0-12.0.

I will usually lift weights after I finish doing cardio and will train a different muscle group each time I workout. You can see some of my workouts in this post!
And, now for another look, which we love just as much!
{ LEGGINGS: Old Navy Striped Compression Tights c/o| TANK: Old Navy Keyhole Tank c/o | JACKET: Old Navy Half Zip c/o | SHOES: Puma | SUNGLASSES: Westward Leaning– 1st month free with code DOUBLEDOSEBLOG | BAG: Studded Bag Similar Here | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here and Cartier Dupe Bracelet | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here and Diamond Bar Ring and Love Ring and Midi Ring| NECKLACE: Love Necklace and Arrow Necklace| WATCH: Michele Deco Watch }

etting Active with Old Navy - a cute and comfy outfit that can be taken from the gym to errands or brunch | adoubledose.com

Similar to the crops in the other look, these have a superior moisture-wicking Go-Dry technology that helps keep you dry during your workout! Since we do pretty intense workouts, we can get pretty sweat (yuck!), so these leggings from the “train” activewear line are great because you won’t get those nasty sweat marks on your leggings.

We love the keyhole back of this top because who doesn’t want to show off the work you’ve been putting in at the gym?! It would even be cute with a strappy sports bra underneath that would peek through!

How cute are the details of these leggings? I love how they have the lines in them up-close, and how they look grey from a distance!

We also wanted to share a few ways we like to get our sweat on when we are not going to the gym (or don’t have access to one!)

Go on a walk or jog in our neighborhood or on the trails near our house (Katy Trail, White Rock Lace, etc.)
Do an at-home or outdoor workout doing a circuit like this (do each one for a minute and repeat several times):
- jumping jacks
- high knees
- push-ups
- tricep dips off a bench or curb
Go on a bike ride around the neighborhood (okay, we will admit, we haven’t been on a bike in YEARS, but we want to go soon!)
Go to a track and run the bleachers or try one of these workouts.

This post is sponsored by Old Navy, but all opinions are our own. Thank you for supporting the brands that allow A Double Dose to operate full time.

Fashion

Chambray Button Up

April 12, 2016

{ CHAMBRAY BUTTON UP: J.Crew | LIQUID LEGGINGS: Here | HEELS : Similar Here | SUNGLASSES: Here, rent these sunnies and get 1st month free with code DOUBLEDOSEBLOG | BAG: Similar Quilted Bag Here | LIP COLOR : Revlon Colorstay Overtime Lipcolor – “All Night Fuchsia” LOVE this color! | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here, here, and here and Cartier Dupe Bracelet | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here and Diamond Bar Ring and Love Ring and Midi Ring| NECKLACE: Statement Necklace similar here and here | WATCH: Cluse }

Chambray Button Up- our favorite way to dress up a denim button up with liquid leggings and a statement necklace | adoubledose.com

I don’t think I have to talk about these liquid leggings any more because I have already posted them a million times on my instagram and on here! They are just super versatile and I actually showed how to style a leather skirt in this post. I just love them with everything and they’re super comfortable. I know they seem like they’re see-through, but they’re not! If you don’t feel that comfortable in them, try wearing them with a longer top or button up, like I am wearing here!

This chambray button up is such a classic, and like the leggings, it can be worn with almost everything! It is almost a neutral. I have had this same one for at least 7 years, and I probably wear it once a week, at least! I also love it tied around my waist with a romper.

These heels are a perfect pop of color with any outfit. They’re high but not too high!

Oh, and these sunglasses are SO fun, right?! You can rent them for a month with Ditto, where you can swap out sunglasses each month. Get your first month free with code “DOUBLEDOSEBLOG”

Hope you all are having a great week so far! We have had quite the busy week already making waffles, but we are looking forward to our parents coming in at the end of the week!

Fashion / Fitness / For the Gym

Weekly Workouts |4/10|

April 10, 2016

Happy Sunday!

Hope you all are having a great weekend. I apologize that we haven’t been sharing our workouts on our snapchats this week. We have been CRAZY busy, so we honestly didn’t even lift weights a lot this week, but we did remember to write down some of our workouts to share with you all on here, as well as some of our eats!

Here is what our schedule looked like this week:

Monday- OFF

Tuesday- just cardio (35 minutes on stairs about level 8-10)

Wednesday- cardio (35 minutes on stairs) + legs

Thursday – cardio (35 minutes on stairs) + arms

Friday- cardio (35 minutes on stairs) + chest + shoulders

Saturday – yoga + cardio (35 minutes on stairs)

Sunday – cardio (35 minutes on stairs) + back + legs

We did not have time to include our workout today, but you can check out our past posts for some examples!

And, now for our eats from this week:

Roasted chicken we made (shared the recipe in last week’s post) + spinach + sautéed veggies
We were both hungry at 10 PM the other night, and in addition to chocolate and a quest bar, we were craving veggies, so we threw this quick salad together of tomatoes, cucumbers, spinach, salt and pepper, and balsamic vinegar.
We tried this new place called Dalat that has great Pho. We hadn’t had it in FOREVER, and what is great about this place is that you can sub out the noodles for shredded cabbage! SO awesome! We both got chicken pho and added a poached egg inside! So good!
As you can tell, we ate out a lot this week, haha. We also went to Texas De Brazil (so good) which has the BEST salad bar and then unlimited steak, chicken, etc. I know this picture is SO terrible, but I wanted to show you one (of many) plates of the meat. I get all the meat like flank, filet, etc and then I also get this chicken that is wrapped in bacon. I don’t like lamb or sausage, so I don’t eat those!
Look how incredible this salad bar is! I got two plates of this (insert embarrassed monkey emoji here).
Here’s a salad I made one afternoon for my afternoon meal:The same sautéed veggies I make almost every night with chicken. Never gets old!
After making over 800 waffles this week, we headed to another mediterranean spot in Dallas. It’s a buffet, so I will usually get the oven-baked chicken, the cucumber and tomato salad, eggplant, okra, green beans, salad, and cauliflower. Oh, and I had 2.5 plates of this 😉
We got invited to attend yoga in the park (more on my snapchat @alexis.belbel)) on Saturday, and then headed to Lark On The Park for brunch. I ordered the salad without the feta and dressing on the side with grilled chicken! It was delicious!

Oh, and the reason I didn’t do a workout on Saturday (I would have normally done legs) was that by the time we were done with yoga with TeaTree Hair Care and brunch, it was already 1 PM and I had ZERO motivation to go to the gym. I went and did a quick cardio workout to get my heart rate up and going and then called it a day! Not always easy or fun to get it in, but so worth it in the end!
And, now for some of our favorite workout clothes this week: