Reunited and yep, it felt good!!

J's Outfit: Skirt- Ripcurl, Tee- Buylove, Hi-Tops- Leopard Vans

C's Outfit: Shorts- Ebay, Tee- Buylove, Sandals- Target

Sorry we've been lacking on the blog posts lately but we've both been so busy. Whether it be because of moving (yes, we were half way across the world from each other and happened to both be moving the same week!), traveling, or busy with work, we were both doing something and didn't have much down time. 

Through all this hectic mess though, I was able to get great news from C that she would be stopping in Vietnam for a few days before a work trip to China! *Gahhhh* 

It's been a full almost 6 months since we've last seen each other and it was SO good seeing this girls face popping out between a cart full of luggage. It just honestly felt good to finally see a familiar face and that face just so happened to be my bestie.  C wasn't here for very long, or maybe the time she was here just went by too fast but it was great catching up, getting updates on home, life, and the latest gossip (celebrity gossip of course, lol). Apparently Kim Kardashian has had her baby and her name is NorthWest?!

Anyways, not only were we able to reunite but our LOVE tees were able to too so we decided to do an outfit post on it! Our LOVE tees are just fun to share with someone- whoever it may be. We both wore our tee's so many times separately and they became even cuter when they were re-connected with its other half.

I'm coming home in less than 4 days and I can't wait- can't wait to be back HOME!

Love, J

Floral Patterns for Summer

J's Outfit: Skirt- NastyGal, Top- Bargain Find, Wedges- Target, Bag- FreePeople

Floral patterns remind me of summer and the hot sun so this top that I found at a random street store here in Vietnam perfectly matches the weather here! It's also made of a very sheer material so it keeps me cool. I kept the rest of my outfit simple, my skater skirt from NastyGal has been one of my go-to pieces here because it can easily be dressed up or down. It's been a while since I shopped so I was really happy to find some items for super cheap (bargaining of course), I also hunted down these awesome shades the other day and I'm in love with them!

I'm nearing my 3 months mark in Vietnam, there are things I hate here and things I love...I have a few months left here so I'm trying to savor every moment. If you've been following our Instagram (@buylovegivelove) then you'll know that C is coming to visit sometime before I head back home so I can't wait! I'm saving a few things that I've been wanting to do here for when she comes ;) 

Happy Friday- I hope everyone has a great weekend! 

Love, J

"There's no place like home..."

J's Outfit: Top- Brandy Melville, Skirt/Boots- Forever 21, Sunglasses- RayBans

I feel like a modern day Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz in these red booties and of course I would be tapping them and saying "There's no place like home...". Other than my red chucks these are the only other pair of red shoes I have and I love it, it's a great statement piece and the best part about them was the price. Forever 21 makes great booties that perfectly fit my small feet and it's the best bargain for me because I wear them so much- it gives me the most bang for my buck! 

I'm slowly reaching my 3 month mark here in Vietnam and I'm also starting to get really home sick. I've had a few "bad" days here in Vietnam too so If only life were like the movies, tapping my red shoes would bring me home. As much as I'm learning and enjoying my time here, going home for even an hour would be SO good right now. 

I hope everyone has a great weekend! Can you believe that April is ALMOST over? That's just crazy...

Love, J

Buylove Inspired: Music Festivals

Being that weekend 1 for Coachella is this weekend, I just had to do a music festival inspired post! Also, I am packing for myself since I will be there this weekend and it was only natural to put together some outfit options. What makes dressing up fun is being able to wear items or outfits that you might not normally be able to wear.  Only thing missing this year, is J!! Although she can't be there with me, she will definitely be there in spirit :)

outfit #1: Decided to combine some bright fun colors together and a DIY headband I made for some girlfriends! Ofcourse, sandals for all day walking and standing with friends

Top: Cotton on, Skirt: H&M, Sandals: Zara

outfit #2: Maxi skirts are so comfy for a relaxing day listening to music and another DIY floral headband.

Top: Brandy Melville, Maxi Skirt: Forever21 (only $13!!), Vest: Random boutique

outfit#3: Ofcourse, had to include last year's coachella tank! Brings back such good memories since I had so much fun with J and friends. These fringe shorts were such a cute find, i love it for summer! Also, instead of wearing a bra, wear a colorful bathing suit top for a comfortable fit that's also fun and add color to your outfit!

Top: Coachella tank from 2012, Shorts: Forever21, Bathing suit top: Target, Sandals: Forever21

Lastly, accessories can definitely add to any outfit! My favorite accessory as you all know are headbands, so here are some of my favs that can be worn to any music festival!

Left to right: Urban outfitters, Urban outfitters, DIY, Forever21, Forever21, Forever21

OH! and I also wanted to include an outfit that I might wear for my trip to Orlando, FL. In addition to packing for Coachella, I also have to pack for Florida because I am taking a trip there for a relaxing week with my boyfriend right after! 

Whew, a lot of packing going on over here but it'll be worth it! Can't wait for a much needed break and excited for the next few weeks.

Love, C

It's about that time again...

J's Outfit: Tank- Bought at Coachella last year, Skirt- NastyGal, Shoes- Vans

It's about that time again, festival season time! C and I went to Coachella last year with a group of friends and had an AMAZING time so we jumped on buying tickets this year, it was stressful and time consuming but we got the tickets and I can't believe it's coming up this weekend. We bought the tickets almost a year in advanced, crazy! Sadly though I had some great opportunities come up and decided to travel abroad for a little bit and won't be able to go anymore ;(. 

I'm so jealous that I'll be missing out this year but C, I hope you have a great time and please video record all the good performances for me!

My outfit is dedicated to Coachella because it's the only thing I can do to make myself feel better for not going anymore, this tank will help me pretend that I'm there this weekend. It's a casual comfy outfit, the weather here of course is still hot so I need to stay as cool as possible. Also, I got this skater skirt and new high-top leopard Vans as birthday gifts from my girlfriends back at home and wanted to outfit the two together! I received a care package from them a few days ago <3 I say this all the time but it's true, my life would be incomplete without my girlfriends. 

Love, J

Instagram Highlights!

One of our last outfit posts together before J's trip, can't wait to be reunited ;)

C's adding a little sparkle to her outfit! Every girl can use some sparkle...

These bad boys are one of J's go-to pairs, comfy and bad assss

One of C's ootd *rawr*

We have these adorable sets of LOVE bracelets up in our store- they are too cute to miss and are sold in sets. Perfect to share with your bff!

One of J's ootd while traveling in Vietnam

J's eating legit Pho and yes, it's SO good here!

One of the greatest perks of life, best friend picking up a pair of Prabal Gurung's for you while you're away from home <3 

Caffeine addiction is fueled by Vietnamese coffee- all day, every day!

C's nail art while at work in Vegas

C's ootd - little by little she's getting ready for summer, starting off with sandals!

The lovely @cryskay using our Buystrength tote bag on her vacation in maui! 

C's super awesome SHM outfit, vodka all the way!

J's tomboy ootd which really = lazy day. Hat and sunglasses all day.

J's birthday this year didn't feel the same as it usually does, girlfriends weren't celebrating with me this year. Birthdays are better when all my best friends are around!

There C goes again, posting photos of food that can't be found here...I miss home food SO much especially breakfast/brunch, my favorite meal ever.

 And last but not least, March still isn't over yet which means our "special" promo for J's birthday month is still going on. Take 10% off your entire order- use code: JBDAY - ends 3/31/2013 

We hate it when we miss deals like these so you don't want to miss out on this one! ;)

Have a great week, everyone! 

Love, C & J

Bargain Find!

J's Outfit: Top- Bargain Find, Shorts- Forever 21, Boots- Sam Edelman

Sadly I haven't been doing as much shopping as I would like to while traveling but I did get this cute white tank the other day! I knew it would be hot here so I packed a bunch of simple items before coming but I've been getting bored with my basics. This tank is perfect because it's still simple but the floral pattern makes it a little "dressier" and adds a little more to my outfits + it keeps me cool and as an added bonus, I bargained it down to $3! 

For some reason though it has been harder for me to bargain here in Vietnam. They don't give in as easily and they don't budge- maybe thats why I haven't been shopping much because I won't budge my asking price either haha hopefully once I get more comfortable I'll find more items!

I was randomly scrolling through my camera today and started feeling home sick. It's finally hitting me...I miss home. I miss In-N-Out, I miss Chloe, I miss my car, I miss my family and I especially miss my girlfriends...

Love, J

Opposites Attract!

J's Outfit: Top- Brandy Melville, Jeans- Juicy Couture, Boots- Forever 21

C's Outfit: Top & Vest- Forever 21, Shoes- Nike Dunks

Opposites attract, sometimes and in this case, they do! I think it's the color scheme of our outfits that make this work...C's outfit is so biker chic and mine is way more feminine with the floral top but the colors in our outfits are all neutral- there are blue, black and white-ish tones that blend both our different outfits together and btw how awesome are C's Nike dunks? ;)

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I miss dressing and accessorizing my outfits, I'm so sad it's nearly impossible to do here in Vietnam. It's too hot to layer, it's too "dangerous" to wear jewelry because I may get robbed anytime, and the least amount of items on you the better *sigh* this sucks- I miss all my clothes and my SHOES back at home.

Another thing, I can't believe MARCH starts at the end of this week! I feel like the days and weeks go by slow but once I realize it's the start of another month, it hits me how fast it went by. I'm enjoying my traveling time so far but I do miss home and of course my bestie. I usually always know what's going on with her but being on opposite ends of the world makes it hard- thank goodness for email, magic jack, and phone apps, I think it's funny that our friendship is now electronic based haha <3 whatever works!

Love, J

It's Summer Over Here!

J's Outfit: Top- Forever 21, Skirt- Brandy Melville, Belt- NastyGal, Sunglasses- Raybans

As some of you or all of you know, I'm on the other side of the world- traveling in Southeast Asia, Vietnam to be exact! One of my goals this year was to travel more and to not "think twice" so here I am, it's my first time here and it took a while to get adjusted to the humid/hot weather but it's getting better. It's definitely summer for me over here,  cool airy clothes are my go to items. 

This Brandy Melville skirt I got for Christmas is made of thin, soft material so it keeps me nice and cool AND keeps the mosquitos away ;). Too bad it's a little too humid to really dress nice, I tend to dress extremely simple here just because you step outside and start sweating almost instantly. Either way, I'm taking advantage and putting all my summer items to good use! 

Have a great weekend, everyone and keep checking back to get updates on both of our lives on opposite ends of the world- wished you were here with me, C <3!

Love, J