No question I love nautical inspired outfits. This week's Work Wednesday was definitely influenced by mixing the nautical with the unexpected. We have florals and jewels. Let me know if you love this look!
Twisted Messy Updo For Short Hair Tutorial
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The lob is the hottest cut of the year. It's universally flattering. Having short hair myself, I get in conversation all the time with girls not sure if they want to cut their hair because they aren't sure of the versatility of it. This twisted messy undo I love so much because it's beyond easy and really does last all day. It's the perfect look for any short haircut on any occasion.
Here are my step by step instructions on how to get this look:
Step 1: Blast hair with dry shampoo all over to create grit and add texture. Also if working with dirty hair dust a hair texture dust onto roots to clean up hair and create volume.
Step 2: Section off hair from temples straight back. Twist each section as you move hair backwards. Secure with a pin.
Step 3: Continue in 1 inch sections down the back of hair. Twist hair and secure in the back.
Step 4: When you get to bottom short layers at the nape of the neck. Twist the whole short layer together into a small bun and secure with a pins.
Step 5: Loosen up twists on each section by pulling at the twists to create more effortless and casual look.
Step 6: Pull face framing pieces out to soften around the face. Lightly spray with hair spray.
Pleated Summer Dress
FashionCommentI could live in dresses and I always love the chic and totally wearable pieces from Banana Republic! They are having a huge 40% off sale right now and I am taking major advantage and snagging some awesome deals!! I've picked out my top favorite dresses from the sale below!
Pins of the Week
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Nothing completes a room like a sweet bar cart set up
I want to stroll the coast and stumble upon this adorable Surf Bar.
Nothing makes my heart pitter patter like this pretty in
Let's brunch and collect blossoms every day.
Funfetti Cake Batter popsicles for the life win.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Accessories
CommentStipes and White Linen Pants
FashionCommentSummer whites are in full effect! I love the simplicity of fresh whites and classic stripes. I paired these super comfy linen pants with this striped sweater for a clean nautical feel. I sport this panama hat almost daily and topped the look off with simple strappy heels.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale : Beauty
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Tropical Print A-line
CommentI always gravitate towards classic sillouettes because I find them to be so functional in my life. I have worn this great A-line dress both to work at a wedding with flats to a lunch out with friends with heels. I added a leather belt for some added texture and structure.
Photos: Lorely Meza
Pins of the Week
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How refreshing does a Watermelon Mojito sound? Sign me up!
Sweet summertime
I want to be Capri and Peyton so I can snuggle up in these adorable bunk beds and giggle all night!
This may be the cutest striped swimsuit ever! It shall be mine!
The perfect summer accessory is a red lip and straw hat. So chic
Join in our weekly Life with Lipstick On Pin Parties for some gorg inspo!
Nautical White Dress
CommentNo doubt I love all things nautical and when I spied this sweet white dress it had to be mine!
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Polka Dots and Ruffles
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I love the versatility of this sweet blouse and short combo. It can be worn so many ways. I chose to keep it casual for brunch by tucking in the blouse adding woven flats and a panama hat. Easy breezy!
4th of July Soiree
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I love the summer ease of the 4th of July. Cutoff shorts, tanned skin and summer dresses are donned as the smell of BBQ fills the air. The day is so patriotic and so fun! We adore summer BBQ's and I've put together some of my favorite 4th of July entertaining decor picks. You will no doubt have a great time but the guests will be wowed by your effortless hostess skills.
Zinc table and chairs, Burlap Banner, Pinwheel, Pillow, Mini Cake Stands ,
Lemonade dispenser, Galvenized Condiment set, Star Napkin Ring, Gingham napkins,
Star Serving Set, Beverage Basket, Navy Striped Runner ,Plates, Bulb lighting
Summer Shift Dress
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How To: Freshen Your Beauty Routine
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How to freshen up your beauty routine
Summer is a great time to freshen up your beauty routine and keep makeup light. Colors are vibrant and the heat is up! It's time to cut out some of the heavy skin coverage and opt for glowing skin and pops of color. I have a major girl crush on Jenna Dewan- Tatum, and feel like her makeup and hair is always on pointe! She is young and vibrant without being to trendy. I love this peachy makeup look of hers and have recently replicated the look myself in a quick 5 minute way. A great tip is to find a great lip color you love and add it to your cheeks as well. It will act as a cream blush and make your skin look dewy and gorgeous. It will compliment your lips and make your whole makeup look really seam cohesive.
Here are some easy breezy makeup tips to get this look in 5 minutes...
1. Smooth ">tinted moisturizer to whole face with fingers. Make sure to blend down neck and onto ears.
2. Apply highlighting concealer to inner corners of eyes and blend under eye with fingers.
3. Line eyes with dark brown liner and smudge to create smokey look. This doesn't have to be perfect. Repeat on outer corners of lower lashes.
4. Apply 2 coats of waterproof mascara.
5. Apply orangey/coral lip color to cheeks and blend with fingers.
6. Finish look with that same lip color on lips.
Find more easy and quick tips and tricks at Momtastic to help mix up your makeup look just in time for summer.
To shop my picks to replicate this look...
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Top Short Hair Product Favorites
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Best hair products for short hair
With short hair I feel like products are your saving grace. I have a drawer full of great products and literally two inches of hair. It's really ridiculous. There are a handful of things that I just can't live without though. These faves make my top list because they keep this lazy girl from having to wash her hair everyday. Here's my routine and go to products..
Peter Lamas Chinese Herbs Energizing Shampoo and Conditioner
What I love about this little duo is that they really get my hair and clean and product free. It's natural plant based formula promotes healthy hair and scalp as well as creates thicker and fuller hair. It also smells like pure heaven.
It's a 10 leave in Conditioner
Easy Peasy….you spray in and comb out for super silky, tangle free hair. I use this one on the kids too. I don't know how they seem to get as many tangles as they do after shampooing but this get's them out super easily.
Living Proof Perfect Hair Day 5-n-1 Styling Treatment
If it's good enough for Jen Aniston it's good enough for me! I love this product because it keeps hair looking shiny and healthy but adds a layer of heat protectant so when I hit the hair with a blow drying it's protected. I use about a dime size before blow drying.
Big Sexy Hair Volumizing Dry Shampoo
I find that some dry shampoos leave a dusty look on the hair and this one doesn't. I've used this product on really dark haired clients of mine and it doesn't show up there either. I give my hair a big blast right after blow drying. It gives hair a bit of grit and keeps first day hair from feeling to clean.
One Love Organics Healthy Locks Dry Shampoo
This magic dust is the number one product in my routine! It's a powder made from all natural and clean ingredients. Whether I'm on fresh and clean hair or on day 4 hair this dust helps boost my roots for volume and keeps hair in place. Dust powder onto roots and massage into scalp. Use as needed.
Make sure to use this product sparingly. A little goes a long way. I lightly mist hair concentrating on the ends for texture.
I finish off whatever style I'm going for with a light mist of hairspray. This one from Kenra has been my favorite for years.
You can score some of these amazing products at www.ROOTSbeauty.com or make an appointment with the girls there for a one on one beauty consult.
