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Metallic Kicks

June 12, 2017

A couple weeks ago we went to this incredible music festival in Napa, California, Bottlerock! We had never been before, so we weren’t really sure what to wear, or what to pack for it. We had been to Austin City Limits in the past, and knew that you wanted to wear something cute and urban, but also comfortable because you’re on your feet the whole day and walking a TON! We are both usually not major fans of sneakers with regular, every day clothes, but were super impressed by how much we LOVED these metallic Nike Cortez sneakers.
Not only are they super comfortable for walking around on a trip, or really any day, they are super stylish! The shoe is a classic style that everyone often forgets about (Samantha learned all about it on her trip to Nike in Portland!). You can wear these for any occasion, whether it is running errands, heading out on a trip, going on a date (maybe to a sporting event), or just comfy, weekend wear!
We paired ours with some cute and versatile pieces for Bottlerock! If you’re heading out to a music festival this summer (maybe Lollapalooza), these would be perfect! We love the metallic flair to them because it adds a fun pop, without looking too much, or like you’re going to work out. Samantha paired her Cortez sneakers with a striped romper, and this super versatile utility jacket! Highly recommend this jacket for traveling and layering up.{ White Nike Cortez | Striped Romper Similar Here | Utility Jacket Similar Here | Sunglasses | Nail Color | Gold Earrings | Lip Color ” Life of The Party” | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here , here, and here and Cartier Love Bangle | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here | Lightening Bolt and Hamsa Necklace Similar Here | WATCH: Michele Deco Watch }

Similar to the white pair, this black pair is a a classic! They look good with black jeans, a black dress, or really any color! You can dress them up, like how I did with this black dress, or you can dress them down with some denim shorts.
I paired them with a denim jacket and some mirrored sunnies to head out to listen some great music! Trust me, you don’t think you’ll be walking that much, but by the end of the day, your legs and feet are wiped out. Comfy kicks are a MUST!

{ Black Nike Cortez | Black Dress Similar Here and Here | Denim Jacket | Tassel Bag | Sunglasses | Nail Color | Lip Color | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here , here, and here and Pave Bangle and Cartier Love Bracelet | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here | Name Necklace Here | Apple Watch }

In case you missed our SF/Napa recap, you can read all about it here.

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Father’s Day Gift Ideas + Weekend Sales

June 10, 2017

Father's Day Gift Ideas | adoubledose.com

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We can’t believe Father’s Day is already next weekend! To be honest, we have not gotten our dad anything yet (oops!), so we wanted to put some ideas together for you all! All of these items ship free + they are eligible for expedited shipping or in-store pickup, which is a game-changer! We are SO happy that we get to spend Father’s Day with our dad this year. In the past years, we have lived in a different city than our parents, so we usually wouldn’t get to spend most of these holidays together, but ever since they have moved about 40 minutes from us, we have seen them pretty much every day, it is kind of insane, haha.

Most of these ideas are dad-approved, meaning he either has said he wanted it, or we know he’d love it, and I think that most dads and fatherly figures would, too!

Ray Ban Aviators: Our dad wants these, and basically asked us to buy him these for Father’s Day, haha. At first, I thought the reflective blue was a little much, but they actually look so good on him, and the arms of the sunglasses are thicker, and more durable than regular aviators that tend to bend. Aviators are one of those sunglasses that are just universally flattering!

Duffel Bag: A good duffle bag is a great gift. I know our dad loves bags he can carry his stuff around in. It is great for a weekend trip, the gym, or just for traveling. This one actually has a separate spot to stick your shoes in, so you don’t get your other stuff all dirty.

Kiehl’s Men’s Starter Kit: Skincare is important, even for males! We love Kiehl’s for us, and our dad definitely sneaks our mom’s skincare from time-to-time, so this kit is perfect for guys. It includes stuff like body scrubs, shaving cream, face wash, and hand moisturizer. This kit is specifically formulated for males, so they don’t have to feel self-conscious using “girly” products!

Bose Wireless Headphones: These earphones are a game-changer! We got our dad hooked on wireless headphones, and he loves them for his walks and bike-rides. These are sweat and water-proof!

HydroFlask Wide Mouth Coffee Thermos: Our dad is a coffee addict, like us, so this thermos is perfect for keeping coffee hot for up to 6 hours, and drinks cold for up to 24 hours.

Cute Coffee Mug: This is a cute gift for any dad, and who doesn’t want to read a sweet message every time they drink coffee?

Leather Wallet: Every guy needs a good wallet. This is a great, simple option. It is a great price point, too.

Leather Watch: A watch is a classic gift, and this black leather watch is a great option because it can be dressed up or down.

Comfy Sneakers: These are a great shoes with jeans and workout gear. They are grey and a great neutral!

And, here are some great weekend sales and deals:

MACY’S: extra 20% off with code CUTE

BLOOMINGDALES: up to 25% off with code MAINEVENT

ANN TAYLOR: extra 40% off with code SHOP40

RALPH LAUREN: 25% off $100 with code KIDS17

COACH: up to 50% select items, no code necessary

LOFT: 40% off sale, no code necessary

EXPRESS: 50% off select, no code necessary

NEIMAN MARCUS: up to 40% off, no code necessary

POTTERY BARN: up to 70% off, no code necessary

WEST ELM: up to 40% off, no code necessary

WILLIAM SONOMA: up to 50% off outdoor, no code necessary

NORDSTROM: up to 40% off, no code necessary

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How We Stay Positive

June 8, 2017

Before we get into the main topic of this blog, we wanted to talk about this easy, summer look! When it hits the 90’s in Dallas, we basically want to live in minimal clothing, as weird as that sounds, haha. This black cami is loose and flowy, and comes in a few other colors! We paired with these denim cutoffs that we seriously live in. They are AMAZING! Now, about the accessories: this saddlebag is what we brought to Napa and SF, and it fit SO much in it. These lace up sandals are a great neutral shoe, and a good heel height because they are not too hight or not too short!Okay, and now about our main topic: staying positive. It is probably one of the most difficult things to do. I (Alexis), for one, struggle with being positive way too often. I would say Samantha is better at being positive, and I am usually the one who is more likely to get impatient or judgmental. If a lot of stuff goes wrong in my day, I am just left with this “feeling sorry for myself” feeling, and am pouting the rest of the day. That is probably a little bit of an exaggeration, but it is so true, haha.I feel like staying positive is definitely a learned skill, or something that you have to practice constantly. I have been trying to be better at not thinking the worst of every situation and wanted to give some tips (you may have heard some of these on our most recent podcast) on how I am trying to stay more positive.
1. Look at Pinterest inspirational quotes:

I know Pinterest can be a spot where we all look for recipes, outfit ideas, decor, etc., but they do have a lot of inspirational quotes that I love reading. Sometimes when I am down, I go and read a bunch of them and instantly feel better. I also love saving them and setting them to my computer background or phone background.
2. Think about the current situation and if it will matter a week, a month, or year from now:

I know for me, I tend to get really upset about small things, and also stress about them. Most of the time they end up being SO silly, and get resolved, so sitting there stressing doesn’t do anything but stress me out even more, and raise my blood pressure. I think it is great to kind of shift your thinking, and ask yourself if your current situation will be corrected in a week, month, or even year from now.
3. Take care of yourself or do an activity that will clear your mind:

For me, usually working out or going on a walk helps me. I have been incorporating yoga and some other classes to help with taking my mind off of work or stress. As much as I could work all day long, just a short walk or time away from technology (with friends or alone), can do wonders!
Do you all have any tips on staying positive?! We would love to hear yours!{ Black Tie Back Cami | Denim Cutoffs | Lace Up Sandals | Tan Saddlebag | Sunglasses | Nail Color | Gold Earrings | Lip Color ” Life of The Party” | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here , here, and here and Cartier Love Bangle| RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here | David Yurman Necklace | WATCH: Michele Deco Watch }

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Fashion / Travel

Our Stay At The Axiom Hotel + A SF/Napa Recap

June 6, 2017

Happy Tuesday! We are so excited to share our trip to San Francisco and Napa with you all. We had never been to San Francisco or Napa before, so we were really excited! We were there from Wednesday to Monday, so it was a good amount of time. It was definitely not one of those relaxing trips, but we still had a great time. We spent the beginning of our trip in San Francisco exploring the city, and on the weekend, we attended Bottlerock and went to a couple of wineries. Thank you all for your suggestions for spots to go to and restaurants to eat at! We will be sharing some of the below, in case any of you all are going there soon!

We had the pleasure of staying at the Axiom Hotel for our last two nights, and loved it! Even though we attended Bottlerock and went to Napa during the time we stayed there, we still got to enjoy this hotel. The Axiom Hotel is located in the Union Square and SoMa districts. They are located in a century-old San Francisco building and infuse classic architecture and electrical modern design. They even are pet-friendly, which is so cool!

We loved how the room was very open and contemporary. They have large smart-TVs, Apple TV, iPad an iPhone docking stations, and complimentary wifi (always a winner in our book!). They also had RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) locks on the room doors, so you don’t have to mess around with inserting the key.

The bathroom had a separate shower that was open and beautiful and a sliding door with a full-length mirror (made for us!).

Their restaurant and bar, The Turn Cafe has a selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options that are prepared to sit down and enjoy or grab on-the-go. They also offer specialty cocktails and coffee.

They also have a great lounge area in their lobby.

Speaking of eating and drinking, they had these amazing BRITA filling stations in every hallway, so it is great for filling up your water and staying hydrated.

Of course, we made a few pit-stops in the gym. We love that it had a fun vibe (not your typical gym) with neon lights and a darker atmosphere!

Another great thing about the location is that it is walking distance to great shopping and an indoor mall that has a HUGE Nordstrom. Need we say more?! On that topic, this area does remind of us a little bit of Times Square in NYC in that it is filled with tourists and some homeless people. We didn’t feel unsafe, but you do have to be careful with your bags and phones.

Overall, we loved this hotel, and would definitely stay here again!

We also wanted to talk a little more about what we did in Napa and San Francisco. As we mentioned, we attended Bottlerock, which is a music festival in Napa. We had been to Austin City Limits before, but we loved this festival. The weather was gorgeous and we had an amazing time!

At Domaine Carneros Winery. We got the sparkling tasting!

Driving on the Golden Gate Bridge.

We also had the chance to use this super sweet driver, Luie, who drove us around to several wineries in Napa. He drove us from SF to Napa and waited for us at each winery, and it was SO convenient. HIGHLY recommend using him! His information is:

[email protected] | 650-888-1268

You all may have seen us talking about the VW Jetta on our snapchats and inta-stories. VW let us zip around in the 2017 Jetta to get around the city and Napa. We LOVED the car, and could not recommend it more if you’re in the market for a new car. It was super easy to drive, very comfortable, and we loved that it connects to your iPhone with Apple CarPlay. It makes getting around and navigating much easier!

Suggestions for both spots (we did some of these!)

SAN FRANCISCO:

Chinatown
Fisherman’s Wharf
Golden Gate Bridge
Pier 39
Cable Car
Ghirardelli Square
Little Italy
Ferry Market
Delores Park

NAPA:

Robert Mondavi
Silverado
Domaine Chandon
Black Stallion
Girard’s
Castle Diamora
Stagsleaf
Castello Di Amorosa
Yountville
Sterling Vineyards
Beringer Vineyards
Round pond winery
Domaine Caneros Winery
Napa Smith Brewery
Palmaz
Robert Sinskey
Nickel and Nickel
Darioush Winery
Oxbow Public Market
Domaine Chandon
CIA at Copia
Chimney Rock
Rombauer

If you all have ANY questions at all, feel free to reach out! Xo

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Instagram Lately 6/5

June 5, 2017

Happy Monday! Hope you all had the best weekend! Ours was spent with our parents and some friends, which is always the best way to spend the weekend. We can’t tell you how happy we are to have them close to us! We wanted to include some of our favorite instagram outfits lately, in case you all have missed any! To shop them, just click and scroll below each picture. Be sure to check out tomorrow’s post for a recap of our SF and Napa trip!

Dallas / Fashion / Lifestyle

Our Favorite Places For Roasted Chicken In Dallas

June 3, 2017

The Best Roasted Chicken In Dallas | adoubledose.com

When people usually ask us what our favorite thing to eat is, we both usually start dying laughing because it is not your typical favorite food group. I don’t know how it even started, but somehow, we got hooked on roasted chicken. We love it because we are hungry girls, so most of the time, you’re guaranteed to get a good portion of chicken, and we just love bones (I know, super odd, haha). Anyways, we had a few requests of where our favorite spots are, so we figured we would write a post about it.

Some tips when ordering:

Ask how it is prepared (I usually ask for no butter, if possible).
Order with sautéed or steamed vegetables.
The skin is okay to eat, but it is pretty fatty, so I don’t eat all of it.
If it has a sauce or glaze on it, ask for it on the side.

Now, for our favorite spots:

Mudhen’s Meat and Greens
- They have an option where you can create your own bowl, so I usually order the half chicken with green beans and some other green vegetable.
Mr. Mesero
- This spot is a Mexican restaurant, but they have a “Crispy Half Chicken” that is AMAZING, and comes with tons of vegetables!
True Food Kitchen
- They have a pan-roasted chicken that is pretty good. I wouldn’t say the portion size is huge, but you can order roasted brussels sprouts (LOVE) as a side with it.
Nazca Kitchen
- This is a Peruvian spot that just opened not too long ago in West Village. They have a really good chicken that I get with steamed vegetables. You can get their sauces on the side (I love the hot one!)
Central Market
- This one is actually not from a restaurant, but you can pick up other vegetables or sides in their prepared food sections, and bring it home for an easy meal!
Stirr
- This is actually a bar and restaurant, which has great drinks, too! They have a really good roasted chicken that comes with brussels sprouts, and their desserts are AMAZING!
Smoky Rose
- We have both been here, and they have a lot of bbq dishes, and a roasted chicken!
CBD Provisions
- This spot is downtown, and has a roasted chicken. We ate here once after a hot yoga class, so definitely not dressed appropriately, but it was good.
The Hall at Trinity Groves
- We love their roasted chicken, and then they have roasted brussels sprouts that were amazing!

Other spots that we want to try:

Street’s Fine Chicken
Meddlesome Moth
Stock and Barrel

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