Ask and you shall receive 😉 …this is how I get big bouncy curls using hot rollers. {I showed you a bit of this process in my Faux Bob Hair-To} *Disclaimer #1: the camera cuts off my hand curling the first two on top but the rest are visible. Apologies. Disclaimer #2: YouTube only gives …
Little Red Corvette baby you’re much too fast
What I’m Wearing* Chunky knit sweater …thrifted. But it’s old so it’s probably almost vintage by now. * DL1961 Premium Denim gray jeans …from GILT last seen here* Matiko taupe over the knee boots from HauteLook {I got them in black too} This was actually my first HauteLook purchase …and while there was a mix-up …
It’s maybe a little redder than I wanted?
Though I like the warmth the red tones are bringing out in my skin tone, it may be a bit redder than I was hoping for. Hmmmm, maybe after a few washes it will soften up a bit. I don’t totally hate it but – here’s to hoping? 😉 …Outfit post coming shortly
We Missed you Hissed the Lovecats
What I’m Wearing * Shipley and Halmos little black dress {fleece! with pockets!} -from a GILT sale last year …seen here – worn with a jersey turtleneck under which was warm but added a teensy bit of unwanted bulk where it ended …at the top of my butt* Trovata gray wool cape …from GILT* Ribbon …
Bob’s Your Uncle
Happy Sunday CLICK HERE for my faux bob hair tutorial
Thought that I was the exception, I could rewrite your addiction, you could have been the greatest
What I’m Wearing* J Brand “Houlihan” skinny cargo pants in vintage olive …last seen here ..get them here, here, here, or here * Vintage Liz Claiborne blouse my mom gave to me last time I visited. I think she’s had it since the 80’s. Thanks mom!* Marc by Marc Jacobs necklace from Gilt ages ago* …
Mane ‘n Tail Shampoo & Conditioner
If you’ve been reading my blog for a while you may know that I fell in love hard with Dove shampoos and conditioners a little over a year ago. So much so that I retired my expensive Frederick Fekkaiaddiction and switched completely over to all things Dove & hair related. Until recently, I loved it. …
A Bit of Nautical Cool
What I’m Wearing* Paige Premium Denim “Debonair” 11″ Jeans in Rebel Without A Cause …my absolute favorite jeans right now. They are so so so SO surprisingly comfy because they have ample room for the butt/thigh/waist section instead of being tight all the way up and creating a muffin top. {and especially great for the …
Back from the Salon
{from my imac/photo booth …in my unfinished & messy office/studio/closet/dressing room} While I usually wait at the least 4 months to see my stylist …out of nothing but pure laziness, I looked at my hair last Thursday and all I saw was drab, brassy tangles with dark roots {and admittedly, in those dark roots sprouted …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
Husband and I had just finished mounds of sushi moments before shooting these photos and I’m pretty sure the salt from the soy sauce had already begun the swelling process. puff. puff. What I’m Wearing* Forever 21 electric blue tank tunic …one of my absolute favorite tops ever. I wish I had it in every …
Hair Styling Toolsfrom major curls to perfect waves
Buy these: Hollywood Pink Foam Rollers 14 small 1/2 * Small Sponge Rollers applied to damp hair using thick sections of hair. Sleep/keep in over night. After pulling out rollers carefully, let sit {while applying make-up for example} then pull out just a bit with fingers * Second day: looser curls : pulled most out …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post – Wide Legs, Big Curls
What I’m Wearing* American Apparel loose gray tank top* GAP green wide leg pants {I took the hem out to make them longer …and like them rugged at the bottom. have had these for years}* Pour La Victoire Women’s Fanny Open-toe Platform …NEW …LOVEummm, these little oxfords I just spotted are ADORABLE! I really love …
How To Curl Your Hair With Sponge Rollers for Big Afro Curls!
Big Afro Curls in the snow from Winter 2013 * Apologies for the blurring in and out… and the lighting. and the fan. it’s all annoying. This video is ancient also. But you get the point. Below is how the curlers look when they’re in …& the tight ringlets after you take them out – …
What Should I Wear For Lunch With the Girls
What I’m Wearing* Berry Tiered Scallop dress: AKA …from gilt.com …seen here…see the same dress in black w/ purple blazer* Vintage light beige oversized blazer ~ Kasper for ASL…seen here* Vintage gold skinny stretch belt* Vintage brass chain necklaces* Jessica Simpson patent bow platform stilettos …seen here and here* Tom Ford “Yvette” sunglasses* Zac Posen …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Thrifted White Blazer …seen here* old lace and cotton white tank * Calvin Klein trouser jeans …seen here* Jessica Simpson patent bow heels …seen here with fringe* Tiffany & Co. lock necklace and charm bracelet* Farmers Market hearts and hoops silver earrings * Silver chain necklace as belt* Silver and Snakeskin bracelet …