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Resolutions... Here's to 2013

I believe 2013 is going to be a big one for me. It has to be!

All the changes I wish...

All the things I want to do...

All the places I want to visit..

I promise myself to fulfill a few!

Here goes the list.

1. My blog is a new blog in town. Will make it fun and a huge success.

2. Will try loads of DIY. I love them but I have been sooo lazy lately.

3. Will dare to wear white and yellow. I still haven't managed that.

4. Will eat a lot healthier and stay fit. I now know it feels great. I have fallen in love with the morning walks.

5. Learn to ride bike. I have to do this in 2013 at any cost. May be a bet or challenge might help me achieve this one.

6. Click click click away. Be behind the camera as much as I am in front of it.

7. Make use of all the awesome stationary I keep on collecting. You should see all the cute stuff my closet is filled with!!

8. Work religiously without being lazy. That's a big task for me!

9. Learn Belly Dancing. Classes or Youtube... it has to happen!

10. Spread love and crib less. Many of us should resolve for this one.

So now that I have publicly announced my resolutions for IFB there are more chances of me keeping them.

Waiting for 2013.

Love,

Saily

The Santa Hat Cocktail with Candy Cane

It's Christmas Eve and what's a Christmas without a cute little cocktail. We have just that for you. The Santa Hat Cocktail with Candy Cane... Easy and quick!

Here's what you need:

2 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 tbsps powdered sugar
12 tsp water
3 tbsps flaked coconut (sweetened)
3 ozs cranberry juice
1 oz coconut rum
12 oz grenadine (1)
candy cane (garnish)

Type of Glass: Martini Glass

Directions:

Mix together powdered sugar and water on a small saucer until smooth. Spread coconut in a shallow layer on another saucer.

Dip the rim of a Martini glass in the sugar mixture until the rim is coated.

Then, dip the sugared rim into the coconut. Use a spoon to pack the coconut on to the sugar coating so it stays on the rim.

Add the cranberry juice, coconut rum, and grenadine into a cocktail shaker with ice.

Shake and strain into a prepared Martini glass and serve. Garnish with a candy cane.

It's awesome and a treat to the eyes! ♥
Merry Christmas.

DIY Peter Pan Collar

December is the month when I get loads of invites to attend parties and all the long lost friends suddenly seem to remember me.

And on too many occasion I have to head to these social and fun events right from a long day at college or work.

And that's when I need something to spice up my existing outfit. And this year, when Bling is so in... This PETER PAN COLLAR is my personal favorite little something to add the needed zing to my day outfit.

The best part is I have a DIY to illustrate, it's easy, it's inexpensive and most importantly it's super fun!

Stuff that you will need.

-Canvas

-Sequin lace/ or any desired embellishment.

-Satin Ribbon (Preferably black)

-Fevibond

And now you are good to go!

Cut out the Canvas in a collar shape. Estimate the size by placing it around your neck.

Patiently glue the embellishments with the Fevibond. Remember to keep it clean and tidy.

When everything is properly glued and dried, glue the black satin ribbon firmly.

Let it dry before trying to lift it with the ribbon.

And now what you have is an amazing statement piece that can up your style quotient in a instantly!

I had so much fun preparing for this post. Hope you try it too.

Would love to receive the photographs of anything similar that you have tried.

Sparkle away this party season, ladies!

Love,

Saily

Lava Flow ♥

Bring in the party season Hawaii style with LAVA FLOW. A very delicious and exotic looking cocktail!

1 oz White Rum

1 oz Malibu

2 oz Pineapple Juice

2 oz Coconut Cream

2 oz Strawberry

1 Banana

Type of Glass : Collins

Recipe :

Blend the rums, white rum and Malibu, and the strawberries in a blender until it’s smooth and pour it in the glass.

2. Then blend the pineapple juice, banana and coconut cream in the blender with crushed ice until smooth.

3. Pour this mixture into the glass with the rums very slowly and watch as the strawberry mixture oozes its way to the top along the sides of the glass creating the flowing lava effect.

4. Garnish with a pineapple wedge or a strawberry.

Volume- 8.0 oz

Alcohol by percent- 10%

So here's a sizzling drink to compliment the sizzling you! ♥

Dress up à la Elena Gilbert

Even though we drool over the Salvatore brothers while watching The Vampire Diaries, Elena is something that we can't ignore.

Her flawless skin, her tall silhouette and her casual but sexy dressing style.

Here's a sneak peak into how to dress like Elena Gilbert.

First thing that comes to my mind when I think of Elena are her smart and chic jackets.

These jackets transforms any look into something sporty and makes her ready to face all the Vampire action without losing her femininity.

Another of her famous wardrobe staples to get Elena's look are her lacy and frilly tank tops.

Flaunt your toned arms and neck, or team it up with blazers and jackets.

The super comfy V-necks are my personal favorite. It show's off your figure without being in-the-face.

And its snugly quality gives it extra brownie points. :)

Elena is lucky to attend so many Mystic Falls Balls. She has numerous chances to wear those dressy gowns.

Her signature style is satin and sweetheart necklines.

Now you know what you need to shop the next time, if you want to get Elena Gilbert's look.

Love,

Saily

Neon-up the Winter

We know how much in love you all are with neons. And come this winter you don’t have to ditch the vibrant hues. Just add a pop of neon to your woolies and here’s how!

Scarf it up. Those snugly woolen scarves look even better with a dash of color.

Team up your pullovers and trench coats with the neon leggings. A sweet color blast!

Add a funky color pop with neon hand gloves. Stripes, prints or plain everything works.

And we have always lusted after those bright suede boots. They are warm and they are chic.

Statement jewellery, your nails and lips can add a whole lot of drama too.

So ladies you are now geared up to enjoy those hot chocolates and cozy dates!

Sexy in time for New Year's Eve.

The most exciting planning that goes on for New Years is about what outfit to wear! And no ones going to settle for less.

Lovelies, we all are eyeing those LBDs and tiny sequin dresses. And these pretty wraps don't look very alluring with bumps and curves at unwanted places.

So here's what you can do to get in shape and get in that New Year's Dress.

1. The very cliched one but also very true. Drink loads of water. It flushes out all the toxins.

2. Dispose off all the leftover sweets and snacks from the Holiday season. It's OK if u dump them outside instead of dumping in your tummy.

3. Stick to eating home made meals as much as possible. Don't complain, you know why you are doing this. And it's completely worth it. Keep distance, a lot of distance from processed food.

4. For your weird cravings and mid-night snacks, stack up with healthy stuff like flavored yogurt, nuts and cornflakes. But even with this keep the portions small.

5. Avoid too much of alcohol. If possible stay away from it for few days. It's just few days now gals!

6. Limit your sodium intake. Sodium holds onto water. Cutting back on sodium can help you lose at least a pound or two of water weight. This means cutting down on processed foods.

7. Do NOT eat after 8 PM!! Your metabolism is low at that time.

8. Whatever happens, do not skip meals. It does not help you in any way.

9. Add a little exercise too. Your favorite kind of activity like dancing, cycling etc can do wonders!

10. Last but very important, stay away from gassy food stuffs and Carbonated drinks on the D-day. Else you will have a bloated tummy, which is not a very attractive sight in those LBDs.

I am totally following this. :)

Love,

Saily