I am excited to try the Gap’s new collection of pants from “Black Magic.” Every person (man and woman) needs a pair of black pants/slacks. They are essential for every wardrobe. Here is my wish list:
Can you get a better deal than this? New York & Co. is very affordable and the pants are of great quality. Here are a few pants and jeans that are great for fall.
Urban Outfitters has to be one of the best places to get great classic pieces to help define personal style, is having a great sale. You can pick up great basics for only $5. Yes you read correctly, $5. End of summer sales are the best sales to stock up for next summer and to also get transitional pieces for the fall. So this would be the best time to get your favorite tank tops, t-shirts, rompers, shorts, and even accessories.
Summer t-shirts and tanks can easily be worn with a blazer and a scarf and you are instantly ready for fall. You can also transition your summer shorts to fall just by adding a pair of tights. UO also has a variety of accessories for $5 as well. If you are looking for quality cocktail rings, dangling earrings, or even a studded clutch bag, you should check out the Urban Outfitters $5 sale.
So one of my favorite online shopping sites is having a great summer sale. Even though it is July, you can find pre-fall merchandise in many of your favorite stores. So to clear out the warehouses and stock rooms, many of these shops and sites will be having great end of the summer sales. I was over at ASOS the other day and was just browsing the shoe section and saw some great shoes that can easily be transitioned into fall. What’s even better about these shoes is that they are on sale for under $50! You guys know me and know that I love a great bargain. The shoes in this transition segment can be worn without tights during the warmer days and when the weather gets to be a little chilly, throw on a pair of opaque tights and voila, you have a brand new look!
If you are interested in purchasing any of these shoes, you may want to act fast. Because of the sale all sizes are going FAST!
This workout came right on time for the summer season. We can still get our hips, buns, and thighs bikini ready and this workout will definitely help. With the help of Shaun Dreisbach for Glamour Magazine we will be ready in no time!
1. Kick/Reverse Lunge
Works thighs and the area just above knees
Standing upright, kick up left leg as high as you can. Then bring left leg back to standing, and step right leg straight behind you in a lunge, bending left knee 90 degrees and reaching fingers to the floor, as shown. Push off left foot and quickly return to standing, placing right foot next to left. Do 15 times, switch sides and repeat.
2. Bridge with Leg Lift
Works butt and fronts and backs of thighs
Lie on back, knees bent and feet flat on ground hip-width apart, close to your butt; rest hands on floor by sides. Press hips up, hold, and extend left leg up about 45 degrees so thighs are parallel, as shown; bend left knee and lower foot to floor, without lowering hips, then straighten leg again. Do 15 reps slowly, switch legs and repeat.
3. Squat With Calf Raise
Works (and lifts) your butt; sculpts calves
Stand with feet hip-width apart and hands clasped behind head. Lower into a squat as if you were going to sit back in a chair, keeping your chest up and not letting knees go past toes, as shown. Stand back up, and then rise up onto your toes. Lower heels and return to start. Do 15 reps.
4. Lateral Lunge With Knee
Works hard-to-target outer thighs—no more saddlebaggage!
Standing with feet hip-width apart, knees soft and hands on hips, lift right knee to chest, then take a big step out to the right side, lowering into a lunge, as shown. Quickly push off right foot and return to standing position with knee up. Do 15 times, then switch legs and repeat.
5. Single Leg Squat
Works it all: your butt, thighs and calves
Stand with feet hip-width apart, arms by sides; lift left knee toward chest. Lean forward, then bend right knee to slowly lower into a squat while keeping your balance (left foot stays hovering off floor). Pause and reach hands toward ground, as shown. Return to standing without dropping left foot; do 15 times. Switch legs and repeat.
Here are a few miniskirts that should be your motivation for this workout 🙂
Illustrations by Kerrie Hess
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