What We Bought Recently

January 27, 2017

Happy Friday! We wanted to do a quick post of what we have tried on recently/bought so you all could get them before they sell out! For reference, we are 5’1″ and about 100lbs, and are wearing the smallest size (usually XXS or XS) in most pieces!LOVE this sweater! It is perfect for spring and the blush color is perfect!

We know y’all probably have seen this sweater a million times, but it is so cute! We love the ruffle detailing on it, and it also comes in black!

This purple tee is is a great layering piece, and we love that it has a more distressed look and fun, ruffly sleeves!

First off, these jeans are the perfect distressed pair! Just a warning, they are VERY high-waisted, but stretchy and they’re $75. This cardigan is a great piece for spring, and we love the olive tee underneath with it!

This sweater is another great one for spring, and we love the color mix in it. Also, these white jeans are a great pair and they are $60!

This fuzzy sweater is so cozy and it comes in a few other colors!

This exact sweater isn’t available, but this version with the lace is!

If you’re looking for a striped top, this tee is a great one! It also comes in the reverse (mostly white with black stripes!) Also, these jeans are another stretchy pair. They have a lot of rips, but we kind of like that for some outfits!

This is a great chunky v-neck sweater, and it goes with everything!

This is probably our favorite sweater! It comes in chartreuse and it’s on sale now!

How cute is this lace cold shoulder top? LOVE

This thermal is one of our favorites! We have it in two colors, and it just fits amazing! It is looser, but tight on the arms and long enough to cover your butt!

This grey top is THE softest. Literally want to live in it!

Fashion

How To Dress Up A Tee + Jeans

January 26, 2017

How To Dress up a Basic Tee + Jeans | adoubledose.com

{ Olive V-Neck Tee | Dark Jeans, also This Pair Under $60 | Peep Toe Booties | Cream Chain Handbag c/o | Suede + Leather Drape Jacket | Sunglasses | Nail Color “Fiji” | Lip Color “Life Of The Party” | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here , here, and here and Pave Bangle | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here | Evil Eye Necklace Similar Here and Hamsa Necklace Similar Here | WATCH: Michele Deco Watch }

There is nothing better than jeans + a comfy tee! This adorable olive tee is just $17 and comes in other colors like a really pretty distressed grey, which we also got! It is SO soft, and great for layering all-year-round! We are wearing XXS for reference and are about 5’1″.

One of our favorite ways to dress up this classic look is with some darker-washed jeans, (also this version is under $60!) and some heeled booties! These peep-toe ones are literally the comfiest heeled shoes we own! They are AMAZING. Plus, they look great with everything!

This suede + leather drape jacket is amazing and so comfy! The leather is like butter and so smooth, but we love how it is more causal because of the suede mixed into it! This one is on sale for $60, which is a steal! We love that it is a lighter jacket, so you can wear it into spring, and even summer.

Can you all believe that this bag is just $28?! Besides the fact that it is super cute, it actually holds a good amount, AND it’s a dupe for the very expensive version!;)

Hope y’all have a great rest of your week! In case you missed it, we shared our weekly workout post yesterday! You can check it out HERE!

Gift Guide / Lifestyle

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

January 26, 2017

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We know Valentine’s Day isn’t for a couple of weeks, but we wanted to put together some gift ideas for the special people in your life! For some reason, we both just LOVE anything that is pink and red, and Valentine’s themed, so these guides were so fun to put together!

This guide for her is for that special lady in your life whether it is your best friend, mom, sister, girlfriend, or wife.

Check out the other guides below to help y’all shop for your valentine or galentine;)

We have these tassel earrings in red and wear them all of the time! They’re perfect for adding a pop of color to any outfit!

This cuff is the perfect gift for anyone, and we love the message on it!

This key necklace is so fun and would make a great gift for your best friend or girlfriend.

This guide is for her under $100, if you’re looking to get something fun and cute, but not spend and fortune!

Love these blush flats, perfect for spring!

This pajama set is SO cute and also a little sexy, too!

We have these red heels and wear them ALL of the time!

And, last but not least, a guide for the ladies AND men in your life!

Since we already mentioned great gifts for girls, we will just quickly go over a few of the guy gifts we love!

These slippers are so comfy and your man will LOVE these!

Every guy needs a good watch, and we love that this one can be dressed up or down!

These tennis shoes are super fun and go with jeans and workout clothes.

SHOP more V-Day gifts below:

Speaking of valetines, we are thinking of writing a more personal post on dating. It is definitely different than what we typically write about, but since both of us have dated and been on dating apps this past year, we thought it would be fun to share!

Fashion / Fitness / For the Gym / Lifestyle / Workouts

Double Dose of Fitness .4

January 25, 2017

Ab workout - Double Dose of Fitness | adoubledose.com

{ Swiftly Tech Long Sleeve Crew | Speed Short Mesh | Cardio Squad Tank II | Mesh Leggings Similar Here and Here | Free To be Zen Bra | Sunglasses }

Happy Wednesday, y’all! In case you missed the first couple posts of this workout series we started this year, you can check it out here and here and here! Below, you will find videos, several of our workouts from the week, as well as a breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipe that we have tried or are planning on making this week!

As far as cardio goes,we will do anywhere from 20-45 minutes of cardio, usually on the stair master, followed by weight training (each muscle group a different day). Every body is different, and you definitely don’t need to do that much cardio each day, just whatever you feel up to, or feel like you can handle at this time! We used to do ZERO, so just find what works best for you!

This week, we are sharing a back and core workout!

This is the back workout we just did this past Sunday:

And, as far as core workouts, we honestly don’t dedicate an entire day to core workouts, BUT, these are great exercises to incorporate into other days, or you could do an entire day of core (while watching Real Housewives, or our latest obsession, “Summer House”!

Below are some workout pieces we are loving this week [click each item to shop it directly!]:

We are loving these leggings and these shoes!

See videos for each exercise listed above further down in the post!

For BACK:

Wide Grip Lat Pulldown:

Seated Low Cable Row:

Reverse Grip Narrow Grip Pulldown:

Assisted Pull-Ups:

Weighted Hyperextensions:

For ABS:

Medicine Ball Russian Twist:

Medicine Ball Toe Touches:

Weighted Leg Pull-Ins:

Weighted Sit Ups:

We mentioned this in last week’s post, but since we have gotten a few questions about what we typical eat in a day, so we actually have shared a few posts like that a while back. You can check those posts out here and here! We are planning on doing an updated post soon:)

As far as cooking and meal prepping, we like to have some kind of protein prepped for the week, like grilled chicken or salmon baked in the oven. That way, we can just add it to salads or veggies for lunch or dinner in 5 minutes! Nobody wants to have to come home and make a full

This baked berry oatmeal is a great option for busy mornings, and has a great mix of flavors! This can be made for the week and then served with some eggs for protein!

Baked Berry Oatmeal

Serves: 4-8 servings

INGREDIENTS

2 cups old fashioned oats
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups mix of blueberries, blackberries, and cut up strawberries

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Grease a medium baking dish and set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla. Stir well. Stir in the berries.
Pour the mixture into your casserole dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Enjoy!

Recipe + photos via Pinterest

www.happyhealthymama.com

These skinny version of cashew chicken looks incredible and is a great swap for the one you would order at a Chinese restaurant!

Healthy Cashew Chicken

Serves: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

3/4 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
sea salt and black pepper as needed
1 tbsp tapioca or arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
1 tbsp coconut oil (or olive oil)
4 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-sized chunks
3/4 cup roasted, unsalted cashew
red pepper chili flakes
toasted sesame seeds
1 green onion, sliced thinly

Marinade:

6 tbsp gluten free tamari (or low sodium-soy sauce or coconut aminos for paleo version)
1 tbsp hoisin sauce (use gluten free if necessary or omit for paleo version)
3/4 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 1/2 tbsp tapioca or arrowstarch (or cornstarch)
1/2 tsp fresh minced ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup water, plus more as needed to thin out sauce

INSTRUCTIONS

In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, tapioca starch and 1 tablespoon of sauce/marinade.
Add oil to a wok or a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is starting to brown.
Toss in the broccoli and bell peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the chicken is cooked through. Pour in the remaining sauce and add the cashews. Toss everything together and allow sauce to bubble and thicken. Season with salt, pepper or red pepper chili flakes as needed.
Remove from heat and serve warm on a large platter or over zoodles, cauliflower rice(paleo), quinoa or regular rice or noodles. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Recipe + photos via Pinterest

www.lifemadesweeter.com

We are definitely trying this chicken recipe this week! We LOVE anything roasted chicken! One Pan Mustard Baked Chicken - A Double Dose of Fitness | adoubledose.com One Pan Chicken with Maple Mustard Sauce

Serves: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

4 chicken thighs , with bone and skin (trim excess fat and skin)
kosher salt , as needed for seasoning
black pepper , as needed for seasoning
paprika , as needed for seasoning
garlic powder , as needed for seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp minced garlic
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
5 tbsp course ground dijon mustard (looks like a mixture of smooth and wholegrain mustard)
2 tbsp water
2 cups sweet potato , 1/2-inch wedges
8 oz green beans, cut in half
2 sprigs rosemary

INSTRUCTIONS

Set oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat oven to 400°F.
Trim any excess fat or skin from the chicken thighs. Generously season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
Heat a large oven-proof pan over medium-high heat and add in olive oil. When oil is hot, carefully add in chicken thighs, skin side down. Sear for 5 minutes until skin is crispy and browned, flip over. Turn off heat. Carefully drain chicken grease from the pan, leaving 2 tablespoons. Heat pan over medium heat.
Add garlic to the pan with the chicken, and saute for 1 minute. Meanwhile, combine the mustard sauce ingredients.
In a small bowl combine maple syrup, mustard, and water. Add to pan and stir with garlic to combine. Add the sweet potatoes and coat with the sauce. Simmer in the sauce for 2 minutes. Season chicken and potatoes with salt and pepper, and small sprigs of rosemary around the pan. Transfer to pre-heated oven and cook for 30 minutes.
In a medium-sized bowl lightly drizzle cut green beans with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Set aside.
Remove pan from the oven and remove rosemary. Add in green beans and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the green beans are bright green and crisp. The chicken should be cooked through (155-165°F on a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh) and sweet potatoes are tender. Serve hot and enjoy.

Recipe + photos via Pinterest

www.jessicagavin.com

Also, be sure to check our Pinterest to see more healthy recipes + workouts!

Fashion

How To Style A Puffer Vest

January 24, 2017

Styling A Puffer Vest - a cute (and comfy) way to wear a puffer vest | adoubledose.com

{ Black Puffer Vest Similar Here | Leather Leggings | Grey Tee Similar Here | Grey Slip Ons | Lip Color | Nail Color | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here , here, and here | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here| Love Necklace and Curved Necklace Similar Here | WATCH: Michele Deco Watch | Hair: Styled by Hair By Viviana }

It is slowly warming up in Dallas, but we know it is still super cold for most of y’all, and will be for the next couple of months! We remember when puffer vests first came out in elementary school circa 2000 (aka GAP era) Do you all remember?! We used to rock the silver puffer jackets back in the day;)We know when you typically think of puffer vests, you probably think it is either super nerdy, or just doesn’t look put-together (or maybe most of y’all do!) We decided we show a cute and super easy way to style a puffer vest, without looking frumpy (and also staying super warm)!
We paired our puffer vest with some leather leggings and our favorite grey slip ons! Underneath, we wore a simple grey tee. This vest also looks super cute with ripped jeans and a plaid shirt underneath!This super cute braided top bun was done by our amazing hair stylist, Hair by Viviana in Dallas! She also does our color!

Check back tomorrow for our weekly workout post! Xo

Fashion / Fitness / For the Gym

The Perfect Workout Crops

January 23, 2017

{ Red Crops | Grey Open Back Top | Black Bra Similar Here | Flyknit Shoes | Sunglasses | Nail Color | Lip Color “Life Of The Party” | BRACELETS: David Yurman Cable Bracelets here , here, and here and Pave Bangle | RINGS: David Yurman Ring here and here | Evil Eye Necklace Similar Here and Hamsa Necklace Similar Here | WATCH: Fossil Q Watch c/o | Hair: Hair by Viviana }

If y’all are looking for a GREAT pair of workout crops, these are a must! They fit amazing, and come in a bunch of colors. They also come in black, which is a great basic!

We love this top for working out or yoga, and are major fans of anything open back or with cutouts! This one is a great color, and goes with everything! I layered it on top of a strappy back bra, similar bra here!

This Fossil Q watch is SO cool. It is the newest smart watch from Fossil, and is touchscreen. It looks like a regular watch, but it syncs with your phone and tracks everything! You can also switch out the bands, which we LOVE!