Happy 4th of July!

July is one of the best months of the year! It’s summer, the sun is shining, school is out, bikinis are on…and it’s always a perfect time for a bar-b-que. Especially on the 4^th!

Happy Independence Day!!

For those of you who put off making plans for the 4^th, you are not alone! The Post Office (and Pilates) may be closed for the day, but there are plenty of last minute saves that we’re going to share with you right here so you can get it together in time to enjoy the fireworks.

Need outfit inspo?

Some super cute ideas to inspire you to get dressed for the day:

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Need a D-I-Y American themed manicure?

Come on, some of these aren’t too challenging to try at home! (Just don’t rush your drying time and accidentally chip off all your hard work...) Try one of these:

Need a healthy party dish?

Simple, healthy ingredients, and not too hard on the eyes either…. 

Some yummy options that’ll please any crowd:

What about Dessert?

MMMmmmmm!

Need to decorate?

The Paper Source has locations in West Hollywood and Santa Monica, and is open on the 4^th from 11am-5pm for all of your last minute party needs. 

Check out some of these amazing red, white and blue finds:

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Buy the jars, paint them yourself!

  

Need some Independence Day Trivia?

Impress your friends and family with these facts about the 4^th:

How many people signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4^th?

[Two!]

What date did most of the signers actually sign the Declaration of Independence?

[August 2, 1776]

How did the USA 4^th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest begin?

[After a disagreement among four immigrants over who was the most patriotic!]

When did the 4^th of July become a legal federal holiday?

[1938]

Happy Fourth!

Pilates Platinum resumes normal class schedules tomorrow.

Until then, we hope this post has inspired you to

celebrate the holiday in style!

Enjoy the fireworks!