Christmas Table Decorations

Decorating the perfect Christmas table can be a daunting task. Picking and choosing color schemes or choosing a decorating theme can become tiresome and overwhelming. Christmas tables should be both beautiful and functional. All it takes is a little inspiration and creativity to create the perfect table. To help inspire your ideas we have searched and scoured the web to bring you the top Christmas Table Decorations of 2016.

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Angelika

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How to Wear Denim Shorts

Denim shorts are a summer staple no matter who you are or what your body type is. It’s just too hot outside so we’ve all put away our skinny jeans and opted for some shorts instead. If you’re unsure on how to style those super cute denim shorts you bought just for the summer. I’ve got some tricks on how you can rock denim shorts and look trendy and fashionable while doing so. Check it out below and let me know what you think in the comments section!

If you’re going for a casual, take a style note from Hilary Duff. She’s wearing her denim shirt with a relaxed baseball tee. To style her look, she’s gone for some fun accessories, including a floppy hat and a long rabbit’s foot necklace. It’s a very cute look, don’t you think?

I love how Kendall Jenner styled her denim shorts below. Use a top that shows off your bra or some unique shoes to help style your look in a way that speaks to your style.

Aside from her short-lived days as a platinum blonde, Taylor Swift is known for her all-American classic styles. She wears tailored skirts and dresses with sweet patterns on them and simple ballet flats as accessories. So it’s almost no surprise that she’d pair her denim shorts with a simple fitted top and her signature red lips.

Karlie Kloss went for a complete festival look in her denim shorts. Festivals are where you’re supposed to get creative so don’t be afraid to stand out in your denim shorts.

 

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Angelika

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Drink Water

It often seems that our solution to everything when it comes to health and beauty is to drink more water – and you know why? Because believe it or not, it actually works. Your body is made up of nearly 80% water and when it comes to taking care of that body, helping to replace that water content is essential. No matter if you’re exercising more than the average person or even not exercising at all, adding a routine of drinking a ½ an ounce of water for each pound of your body weight (example: if you weigh 150lbs, drink 75 ounces of water) every day is essential for keeping your body in tip top shape and your skin looking bright and clear. So how about it? Have you ever tried drinking that much water in a day?

If you’re not sure about all this, how about thinking of it in the form of a challenge? Sort of a resolution where the prize at the end is clearer skin and other great bonuses like more energy. Here’s what to do… Take a look at your body weight (like we did above) and drink a ½ ounce of water for every pound. Challenge yourself to take on this task every day for 10 whole days. Here’s what you can probably expect:

• First of all, you’re going to be in the bathroom, a lot. More than you’d expect because the water is flowing. It may be tough to get used to that at first – but you can do it!
• You’ll probably want to eat less snacky stuff. Drinking all this water will help keep you full throughout the day and will be an excellent meter for knowing when you actually are hungry.
• You may experience some initial bloating and headaches because you’re body isn’t used to all this water – don’t worry, you aren’t drinking too much, it will go away.
• Your skin will start to look clear and glowy.
• More than likely you’ll lose a few pounds – some people even lose up to 10!
• And, as an added bonus, you’ll probably lose a couple of inches off your waist.
• You may notice you have less joint pain and you aren’t sweating as much as you normally do – incredible, right?
• You’ll have increased energy and start to feel pretty great from the inside out
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So, what do you think? Are these incredible after effects enough to help you jumpstart your own water challenge? Take before and after photos to get the full effect – look at your skin, your weight, your waist size – anything you’re interested in changing to track your water challenge results and go for it for 10 days. Can you do it?

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Angelika

www.styleupbyangel.com 

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Simple Styling Tricks for Your Blanket Scarf

Big, cuddly, and comfortable. Three words to describe the newest most fun flowing trend this season, the blanket scarf. A blanket scarf, just as the name implies are scarves that are so large they can basically be used as a blanket. This versatile winter trend is by far one of my favorites this year! But how do you wear this oversized scarf without looking like you’re being swallowed by loads of plaid fabric. Listen up ladies, it’s time to embrace the blanket scarf trend with these versatile ways to wear a blanket scarf!

YOU CAN WEAR IT AS A BELTED CAPE

Take your blanket scarf to the next fashion level by just draping the fabric over your shoulders and belt at the waist. You now have a makeshift coat and an outfit that will draw a crowd of looks. Add a fun floppy hat to top it off. Simple as that!

YOU CAN WEAR IT DRAPED

This is by far the easiest possible way to wear your blanket scarf. Just drape it right over your shoulders, add a fedora, and a cute accessory and you’re ready for some Rodeo Drive shopping!

YOU CAN WEAR IT AS A TRIANGLE FOLD

For this infinity scarf look, you simply fold your scarf into a triangle and wrap it around your neck. Folding your scarf into a triangle makes the fabric less bulky, and allows you to stop traffic with a fun flirty dress, while being oh so extremely comfortable.

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Angelika

www.styleupbyangel.com 

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Leather Jacket Layering

The temperatures are cooling this fall, which means it’s time to layer up. I was packing a leather jacket for my trip to New York a few weeks ago when I realized that I didn’t quite know how to layer it. I did some Internet research and got some ideas.  Eventually, I figured out what else to pack. If you’re in a similar predicament and don’t know exactly what to wear with your leather jacket, no worries, I’ve got you covered. Check out some ways that you can look fabulous while wearing a leather jacket below and let me know what you think in the comments section.

With Some Stripes- Wear a cool striped shirt under your leather jacket in order to create interesting patterns and textures. Add a flannel shirt to tie around your waist for a totally rock and roll look.

Over Some Button Downs- Add your leather jacket over a comfortable button down for an outfit that’s a little preppy and a little grunge. I love the look below. It’s very tailored. Make sure your button down fits your body perfectly to make this style work.

Add A Scarf- Put a long scarf around your neck to keep warm. It will create a unique silhouette.

Added To A Maxi Skirt- Try rocking your leather jacket with a maxi skirt. It’ll add something a little different to your silhouette, yet still look lovely.

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Angelika

www.styleupbyangel.com

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