Dainty Hooligan Blog Post: And The Bride Wore Pink!

We love a bride who thinks outside the box and these brides did just that! These brave celebrity brides decided to shake things up a bit and wear pink wedding dresses on their big day. We love the warmth and femininity that a blush colored wedding dress brings to a wedding day, and these celebs did it right! Who do you think wore it best? Vote below!

Jessica Biel in a dip and tie dyed tiered frock

 Kaley Cuoco in a soft princess-like dress

Gwen Stefani in an ombre dip dyed dress

Dainty Hooligan Beauty Tutorial: Pastel and Neon Nail Art Tutorial

Strolling through all the pretty visuals in our various feeds we have online, we came upon this incredibly cool tutorial for some pretty awesome looking nail art. If you attempt to recreate this awesome nail art, keep the colors pastel and neon like the tutorial we found at thisthatbeauty.com or consider another color theme that coordinates with your favorite colors.  What colors would you try together? Check thisthatbeauty.com for the full tutorial to get this awesome look today!

Dainty Hooligan Poll: MTV VMA's 2014 Red Carpet Poll

So last night the MTV VMA Awards for 2014 went off with several hitches but we here at Dainty Hooligan Boutique love a good red carpet! The VMAs allow attending celebs to show off a different side of themselves stylistically that they might not express at other award shows like the Grammys.
A few looks stood out to us, but we want your take on three different looks that strode down the red carpet. We wanna know who you think worked it out best stylistically: Jennifer Lopez in a glitzy and sexy silver dress, Taylor Swift in a new take on the jumpsuit, or Kendall Jenner in a simple black satin dress. Who did it best out of this three style setters? Vote below! Want more dish and celeb pics from last nights event? Be sure to check out Just Jared for more juicy deets!

Dainty Hooligan News: Our End of Summer Warehouse Sale Is Right Around The Corner!

Our End of Summer Warehouse Sale is this coming Saturday August 9th from 10am-4pm here at Dainty Hooligan headquarters at our Anaheim, California location and we're excited to offer you a lot of great deals for back to school! With up to 80% this sale is gonna be a big one!

So far we've got bins of dresses, tops, and bottoms at deep discounted prices. We've also got bins of accessories that include belts, bags & purses, scarves and jewelry. We've also got some shoes on sale this time around!

This is a CASH ONLY sale and come early, all the best deals go out the door first! We hope to see you there!

Dainty Hooligan Blog Post: Wedding Worthy Dresses & A DIY Bonus!

We love how many of you hooligans out there are brides-to-be and choose one of our lovely dress to wear on your big day! Brides and bridesmaids alike often find what they're looking for at our website with our large selection of gorgeous dresses. Here are some favorite dresses of brides we've worked with in the past and some of our own favorites.

 White Cross Bow Back Dress - $39.50

 Evening In Paris - White - $43.99

 White Sunrise Dress - $39.50

 White Doylee Lace Maxi Strapless Dress - $42.99

Sakuh Crochet Lace Maxi By SKY - $299.99

With these beautiful dresses used non-traditionally for weddings, it makes sense that a non-traditional veil be used as well, right? Here are a couple DIY veil ideas that we loved that we think would look great for  your wedding day!

Over at greenweddingshoes.com, they show you how to make a polka dotted veil using soft tulle and acrylic paint. Personally, I'd dress it up a little more with crystals and tulle at the comb and add a border of pretty scalloped lace at the edge. But we also love the simplicity of this veil in it's original incarnation as well!

http://greenweddingshoes.com/diy-polka-dot-veil/

This veil may be a little bit more time consuming, so it's definitely for the DIY enthusiasts out there but the end result would be worth the time and effort! Threebirdsjewelry.com offers up their tutorial for their Birdcage Veil and it's definitely a beauty! 

http://threebirdsjewelry.com/2012/10/brirdcage-veil-diy/

We love our brides! Please be sure to check us out for more dresses for your big day!

Dainty Hooligan Summer Report: Top 5 Ways To Get A Tan

Ah yes, summer is here in full force! A habit I'm sure a lot of us are used to getting into this time of year is tanning. While we love a good bronzed bod ourselves, we began to wonder what the benefits and risks of various ways of tanning can be. It's true, attaining that tan in any aspect without enough self control can be dangerous to your health. But remember, all things in moderation! Here is a list of pros and cons of some of the ways to get that summer glow.

1. Worship the sun in all it's glory! That means laying out with a good layer of SPF sunscreen and tanning oil slathered all over to protect yourself while you bake outside under the sun.
Pros: Exposing yourself to the sun like this is a great way to get that tan naturally and produce some much needed vitamin D.
Cons: The only real con to this way of tanning can occur if you don't apply any SPF to avoid the risk of skin cancer. A recommended one hour of tanning this way is recommend as well to avoid over exposure to the sun.

2. Spray Tanning. Spray tanning involves standing in a booth while someone sprays a fine mist on all over you until your a shade or two darker.
Pros: It's a time saver! Most people love how quick and easy this process of getting a tan can be. Others like how even and mess free the tan can look as opposed to over the counter creams and lotions.
Cons: Spray tanning can be relatively expensive, per tan. Also it is not a FDA approved process and may cause damage to your body if ingested through the nose and mouth.

3. Lotions and Creams. You've seen or tried those over the counter products, I'm sure!
Pros: Buying a tan in a tube can be inexpensive and UV free since you're not required to spend time in the sun. 
Cons: It can be a mess and leave your tan looking uneven and streaky. To help in avoiding this, make sure you exfoliate and get rid of dead skin cells ahead of time. 

4. Tanning pills. Just don't! These pills contain a chemical dye that can turn your skin orange and damage your liver over time. It's not worth the risk!

5. Tanning Beds. The good ol' fake'n'bake.
Pros: Since tanning beds are basically simulating the sun via UV lights, a benefit of tanning beds can be that they help your body produce vitamin D.
Cons: Tanning beds are linked to an increase of skin and eye cancer rates in the US. Using tanning beds before the age of 30 increases your risk of developing skin cancer by 75%. Bake in the bed at your own risk!

So there you have it! Protect yourself, read labels, read more information online, and be smart while you get beautifully darker!

Dainty Hooligan Blog Post: Defend Yourself! Self Defense For Women

These days, you see news reports of women getting robbed or physically assaulted in public areas and in private areas as well. For women in college, there are some rather scary numbers that you need to pay attention to. According to Sarah Lawerence College, the following statistics of such assaults are true for women in colleges and universities:

Sexual Assault and College Campuses - Statistics

The following statistics were compiled by the New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault

• At least 1 in 4 college women will be the victim of a sexual assault during her academic career. Hirsch, Kathleen (1990)”Fraternities of Fear: Gang Rape, Male Bonding, and the Silencing of Women.” Ms., 1(2) 52-56.
• At least 80% of all sexual assaults are committed by an acquaintance of the victim. Bureau of Justice Statistics, 2001.
• 48.8% of college women who were victims of attacks that met the study’s definition of rape did not consider what happened to them rape. Bureau of Justice Stats. “Sexual Victimization of Collegiate Women” 2000, US DOJ.
• More than 70% of rape victims knew their attackers, compared to about half of all violent crime victims.Dennison, Callie. Criminal Victimization 1998. Bureau of Justice Stats, DOJ.
• There are 35.3 incidents of sexual assault per 1,000 female students on a campus as recorded over a 6.91 month period (the academic year of ‘96 – ’97) as reported in the 2000 DOJ Bureau of Justice Statistics report “The Sexual Victimization of College Women.”
• On average, at least 50% of college students’ sexual assaults are associated with alcohol use Abbey et al., 1996a, 1998; Copenhaver and Grauerholz, 1991; Harrington and Leitenberg, 1994; Presley et al., 199). Koss (1988),Within the study’s nationally represented sample of college students the results found that 74% of perpetrators and 55% of rape victims had been drinking alcohol prior to the assault.
• In a survey of high school students, 56% of girls and 76% of boys [some of whom may be incoming college freshmen] believed forced sex was acceptable under some circumstances. Acquaintance Rape: The Hidden Crime, 1991.

These numbers are staggering to say the least, but being prepared to defend yourself if you're in one of these terrible situations is essential. We recommend picking up some self defense training! Google some info on local self defense classes specifically for women or perhaps find out if a self defense class is offered at your school. Either way, education is key! Below you'll find a short clip offering some tips for women interested in self defense. Although these tips are great, we still think taking some real training would be most beneficial. So grab some of your girlfriends, your sister, your mom, or go solo and sign up for some classes! 

Dainty Hooligan Holiday Guide: Happy 4th Of July!

The 4th of July is coming upon us and we're getting ready for a great fun filled weekend over here! I've rounded up some great tips to make the best of your coming holiday weekend.

One of the first things I think about when it comes to the 4th of July is FOOD! If you're invited to a block party or family gathering and aren't sure what to bring, let me recommend taking Ina Garten's recipe for French Potato Salad. The great thing about this recipe is that it's made without mayonnaise and will definitely be different from any kind of potato based concoction any one else might bring.  Take a look at the ingredients and you'll know what I mean! 

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/french-potato-salad-recipe.html

Show your American pride with these super creative summer ice pop cakes over at studiodiy.com. Imagine serving these cuties up at your family BBQ! 

http://www.studiodiy.com/2014/06/24/summer-ice-pop-cakes/

Fireworks are obviously an amazing part of this great holiday and one of my favorite things about it. Here are some awesome tips on how to take some pretty amazing pics of you and your friends writing with sparklers. The results would be Instagram worthy for sure!

http://www.thecollegeprepster.com/2013/07/how-to-photograph-writing-with-sparklers.html

Lastly, what are you going to wear this 4th of July?!? We have some great summer looks for you from maxi dresses to cover ups, but we also have some really cute red, white, and blues for you to choose from too! So take a quick trip on over to Dainty Hooligan to place your order on one of our patriotic pieces before this great American holiday is here! Have a happy and safe fourth!

Dainty Hooligan Poll: Which Extreme Hair Trend Would You Try?

Summer is most definitely upon us! With the change of seasons, so comes the urge for a hair makeover. Most of us are going to head over to our favorite salon this summer and lighten up our tresses or shorten our length to coincide with the bright and sunny days ahead. Curious to try something extreme this summer? A couple of extreme hair trends this summer to try are the ever popular ombre and the more extreme pastel hair trend. Could you imagine yourself this summer with one of these hair styles this summer? Jobs and other restrictions aside, which trend would you love to try?

Dainty Hooligan Tutorial Find: A Makeup Strategy For a Fresh, Luminous Eye

Are you a causal victim to dark circles and uneven skin tone around the eyes? We understand and can sympathize completely! Thanks to thebeautydepartment.com, we found a great tutorial to help you look dazzling and ready for anything.We love this simple, yet welled strategized approach to getting that bright eye'd and bushy tailed look that's easy enough for everyday. Would you add this technique to your morning regimen? Check thebeautydepartment.com for more specifics!

A Dainty Hooligan Tutorial Find: T-Shirt Reconstruction!

As much as we love to shop and shop and shop, sometimes you have to make a little room in your closet with some thorough spring cleaning. Letting go of tired garments of trends done and over with is usually pretty easy but do you have an old tee that you love but don't wear anymore? Make it new again and perfectly wearable by getting crafty with any of these great DIY ideas for that oldie but goody of yours. Our fave method is below, but check the whole list via Buzzfeed.com to get some other great ideas.

Dainty Hooligan Nautical and Swimwear Lookbook Outtakes

It was all fun in the sun the day of the shoot for our nautical and swimwear lookbooks. This is the first round of summer looks and bathing suits we have to offer you and we're looking forward to bringing you more to keep you well suited and cool this summer. Here are some outtakes from one of our favorite Dainty Hooligan lookbook shoots so far!

Disney Princesses, Zombies, Learn How to Strike A Pose and More!

The Cannes Film Festival took place recently and as usual the red carpet was transformed into a celeb filled couture catwalk. Our favorite look? Blake Lively in Gucci; drop dead gorgeous, right?!? Our least favorite look? Julianne Moore in a strange color blocked look by Louis Vuitton.

                     
                 

In some movie news, Disney seems to be on a roll turing their most classic of animated films into live action movies and Cinderella is slated to be the next title to get that treatment. They released a teaser tailer and poster for the film and announced actress Lily James as Cinderella and Cate Blanchett as the evil step mother. We're pretty stoked, especially with nearly flawless Cate Blanchett playing such a devious role! (Just Jared)

Speaking of Disney, Seventeen Magazine posted these adorable pics of Disney pictures dressed as your average teenage high schooler. Tres cute, if we do say so our selves! (Seventeen)

With graduations, celebrations, and summer coming, pictures and selfies are going to be taken at an elevated number than normal. In need of some tips on striking the perfect pose? Elle.com is here to help make sure you look faboosh in all the pics you take. (Elle.com)

Do you have your zombie apocalypse kit ready? In some interesting but random news, the U.S. Government is supposedly well prepared for any zombie attack that might ever occur. According to MTV.com, the latest defense for a zombie attack called CONPLAN 8888 also known as “Counter-Zombie Dominance,” was made unclassified recently and it's surreal to say the least. Did you know zombie chickens where a real thing? Check MTV.com for a list of the 11 things the government is prepared to do incase of a zombie apocalypse.

Selena Gomez and Orlando Bloom, Beyonce and Jay Z, and more!

With a recent stint in rehab, a weird on-again-off-again relationship with Justin Beiber that might [finally] be over, and unfollowing all of her fellow celeb friends on Instagram, it seems the world of Selena Gomez is veering toward another controversial direction. The latest rumor, according to Page Six, is that the former Disney Channel star might be dating Orlando Bloom who is 16 years her senior and in the midst of a divorce from supermodel wife Miranda Kerr. These kinds of rumors are usually pretty unreal, but this one kinda has us believing it based on what Page Six is reporting about it. What do you think? Strange and random couple or perfectly acceptable? (Page Six)

Well, the rumors are true! Beyonce and Jay Z have announced today that they will be touring together this summer giving the show the title On The Run. We might be down for a live collab-o of Crazy In Love! Ticketing, dates, and more can be found at Beyonce's official site. 

In some movie news, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series is getting a third installment nearly 10 years after the original made it's debut with a star studded cast. There is no word on whether Blake Lively, America Ferrera, Alexis Bledel, and Amber Tamblyn will return as the characters they originated, but E! News reports America Ferrera as saying in earlier reports, "I think it would be amazing if there was [another one]!" (E! News)

We love us some Katy Perry around here at Dainty Hooligan Headquarters and one of the things we love most about her is her sense of humor. I mean, remember Kathy Beth Terry?!? In her new music video for super catchy single Birthday, she brings on the humor and costumes again! Should Katy just stick to making pop hits and leave the comedy for comedians? What do you think of her latest antics? Check it out below!

Celebrity Coachella Instagram Pics Roundup Weekend One

One of the things we love about Instagram is the sneak peek it gives us into the day-to-day life of some of our favorite celebrities. With the first weekend of Coachella done and gone, here is a roundup of our favorite celebrity selfies they shared via Instagram and a bonus video of one our favorite performances!

Photo: @beyonce on Instagram

Photo: @kendalljenner on Instagram

 

Photo: @vanessahudgens on Instagram

Photo: @alessandraambrosio on Instagram

Photo: @selenagomez on Instagram

Pharrell and Gwen back at it again! Love this duo and this amazing surprise performance!

DIY: Do It Yourself Glam Easter Eggs!

We love a good DIY project around here at Dainty Hooligan headquarters and with Easter upon us it's a good time to start thinking about some Easter themed crafts. Through the wonderful world of Pinterest, we found the perfect project to add a little glam to your Easter with some confetti dipped eggs. Check it out here!