Dainty Hooligan Blog Post: Amazing Celebrity Makeup Transformations

Thanks to the great people over at Cosmo, we came across an amazing (ok, and some not so amazing) set of Instagram photos from Filipino celebrity Paolo Ballesteros. His account features his day-to-day activities, but is also a plethora of photos of Ballesteros' fabulous makeup skills which transform him into various celebrities.  Take a gander at the pics below and head on over to Cosmo to check out more of these amazing photos!

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 Blog Post: How To Style That Anorak Jacket And Parka Jacket

Seneca Parka Jacket In Olive

 We love a good versatile jacket for fall and one that can transition with you from fall to winter is even better! The anorak and parka jacket styles are two of our favorites for this season and we're offering up a variety of colors and weights in both styles that we just love. Of course these jackets work beautifully thrown over your favorite tee and skinnies, but if you're like us, you've probably wondered how else can you style these lovelies up. We've rounded up a few of our favorite inspirational pics below on how to take these jackets beyond your normal wear. Check out our own Seneca Parka Jackets and Right As Rain Anorak Jackets over at www.daintyhooligan.com as well!

 Throw one of these jackets over a lace dress or romper for a cool and chic look.

Play with layers and lengths when you're dressing up and dressing down your jacket. 

Dainty Hooligan Blog: 3 Of Our Favorite ALS Ice Bucket Moments

The ALS ice bucket challenge; you've seen 'em everywhere on every single feed of yours and hey, you probably participated in them! Water wasting worries aside the challenge so far has raised about 80 million dollars towards research. Here is a small round up of some of our faves.

Fashion queen Donatella Versace kept it over the top and fabulous with two shirtless models and a couple of decadent buckets.

Matthew Lewis (a.k.a Neville Longbottom from the Harry Potter movies) gave Potter fangirls everywhere an eye full with his ice bucket challenge. My, how the wizard has grown!

And finally, we have the ice challenge seen around the world by the cinnamon challenge queen herself, Glozell. Words cannot express how hilarious this clip is!

Dainty Hooligan Poll - The Emmys 2014 Red Carpet: Who Did It Worst?

The 2014 Emmy's was once again a fashion free-for-all with beautiful highs and confusing lows. Just for the fun of it, we'll just leave this here and let you decide. 

Who did it worst on the red carpet?

Lena Dunham of Girls fame.

Mayim Bialik from The Big Bang Theory

Sarah Paulson from American Horror Story

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 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 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 Styling Fun: 5 Ways to Style That Maxi Skirt!

If you haven't already noticed, we love a good maxi skirt over here at Dainty Hooligan headquarters! With summer coming, we know all to well that the maxi skirt will be a go-to staple of yours for those warmer days. Without further ado, here are 5 different ways to style that maxi skirt!

1. Keep it easy-breezy with a loose fitting tank or knotted basic tee.

2. Play with proportions. With all the volume in your skirt, keep your top micro with a cute bralette or bandeau. This look would work really great with a bikini top when you're poolside as well.

3. Dress it up with a blazer and your favorite power bag. A solid color as opposed to a print would probably work best for this look and make your maxi skirt work appropriate.

4. Pair it with your favorite cropped top. We know you have at least one cropped top since this trend is kind of a huge one at the moment. Pull that maxi up a few inches to your true waist, throw on your favorite cropped top and you'll keep looking on trend all summer long.

5. Throw on a chambray or denim button-up. Tucked in or worn open and unbuttoned, this look can go from beach side to dinner date in a few simple adjustments.

Things to keep in mind:
- Try tucking it in! Whether it's a tee or a button-up the tucked in look offers up a chic edge.
- Accessorize with a belt, long and layered strands of necklaces, and your favorite pair of
  sunnies.
- Sandals and wedges are ideal for this look, just keep your toes exposed to keep things on the casual
  side.

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.

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.

Our Favorite Spring and Summer Hair Trends for 2014

We love that spring is here and that summer isn't too far away. Besides the anticipation of changing seasons we're excited to try some new hair trends as well. Here are some of our favorite hair trends for Spring and Summer 2014 with some great hair tutorials to boot! Which one of these fab styles will you be trying?

The Alternative Braid via Cute Girls Hairstyles

Beachy, Wavy Hair via A Fashion Love Affair

Rope Braided Headband Hairstyle via Hair Romance

  

Sleek and Low Ponytail via The Carousel

Loose Bun via The Carousel

Item of the Week

This Spring, go all white in our Item of the Week, the Ivory Venus Romper. Sleek and chic, the styling options for this great romper-meets-skort one piece is limitless! We love the fashion forward appeal of the asymmetrical skirt front and the comfort of the shorts underneath. Would you work this look?

WWCBD?

Style icon character Carrie Bradshaw of Sex and the City will always be remembered for her fun, eclectic and highly copied sense of style. Combining contemporary and vintage pieces, you either loved her look or cringed at the combination of clothing. Either way, the aesthetics always inspired in someway. When we received the Black & White Lace Trim Candice Dress, Carrie Bradshaw popped into my head right away. Put together with the right pieces, we think we created a cohesive yet quirky enough look that would make our favorite New Yorker proud!