Bridget Bardot

In 2003 I went to the most inspiring, hardest class for hair ever.  It was Bumble & Bumble's "Hair Bootcamp".  My Friend/Co-worker and I went to NYC for a week and it was just a blast!  It snowed in April, but we braved the streets of my place of birth and had the best experience living the NYC lifestyle.  The hair class was difficult, but I pushed through the week of learning the latest editorial haircuts, field trips, pretending to be a chic New Yorker, and went home thinking I was a REAL Hairstylist.  I was ready for editorial work now. :) 

One style we learned was the "Bridget Bardot" cut.  I fell in love with her look right away.  Such a sexy cut, the epitome of sexiness.  I am all about Bridget Bardot!

Her hairstyle has been copied for decades.  LOVE IT!

Have I Fallen off the Fashion Map?

I can't believe I stopped blogging.  I really don't know why... I guess I thought this fantasy of becoming a personal stylist in my small area would actually become a reality.  Oh well, it didn't, but I found my passion for hair again.  I really love hair!  I love doing people's hair!  Hair, fashion, make-up, everything girly is all about ME!

Nordstrom how I love thee.  You know I've never lived near one?  How tragic!  It's funny because two of my closest friends are Nordstrom fanatics and always keep me up to date with their latest trends and sales.  I do try to browse their website occasionally and visit when I can too.

I'm not a huge Ugg fan.  I feel that they're a bit outdated, but I recently found out that my Darling Husband's favorite look on a Woman is Uggs with leggings.  How funny!  Okay, I think I could manage Purple sequins Uggs.

Check out Nordstrom's catalog for next season's goodies.  I know they're having their special anniversary sale soon... Thank you dear Candace!  I'm loving Fall Fashion as I always do!
http://global.syndeca.com/nordstrom/anniversary/2011/sale/?catalogid=anniv2011

More blogging to come... I'm feeling "fashiony" again.

Spring has Sprung

Spring is here!  One of my favorite seasons.  I love Fall and Spring because that's when weather changes the most.  In Spring we can't wait for the weather to get warm, the grass becomes green, flowers are blooming, and  I love all the pastels we see in stores.  As I've mentioned a ton of times, we don't have seasons here in Monterey.  But, that doesn't mean I can't pretend we do and shop for all the new season's clothes.

I've been on the hunt for Maxi Dresses.  I'm lucky enough to be going to Hawaii in May and I am in desperate need of some.  They've been around for years, but are really all the rage this year.  You can be any size or shape and wear a Maxi.

 This is from Victoria's Secret and I just love the flowiness and and pattern.  On sale for $45.50

Florals are all over the place right now too for Spring.  This dress is just Gorge!  Bloomies Guess dress for $138.

Bloomingdales' website is the best for checking out new styles.  Their seasonal style guide is a go to for fashion.  Yes, we all might not be able to afford their clothes (look for sales), but you can find something similar in your local mall, etc...  http://www1.bloomingdales.com/style-guide/spring-2011.jsp
Here's a sneak peek of what I liked.

 My favorite decade is back with  a vengeance!  I am so in love in 70's style.

I am so addicted to stripes.  Well, they're in for Spring!

Whites!  I really think white is in for every warm season.  I'm a little afraid of white.  I'm the one always wearing black.  The hairstylist in me?  Maybe.

Peasant tops!  I saw a bunch at H&M.  I think I need one.  Oh and yes... A huge sun hat and bell-bottoms!

Bracelets!  Some of the cute accessories for Spring.  Stacking bracelets, as much as you can.  I love these!

Last, but not least... Wedges!  They are a staple for warm weather!  So slimming too!  How chic to have them peeking through some flares!  Now I need to practice not twisting my ankle.

Enjoy SPRING!

The jean challenge

I really have a love/hate relationship with jeans.  I don't think ever in my life have I found the pair that I just love.  Personally, I think they're just uncomfortable.  I'm always tugging, or adjusting them.  They slip down, or pinch my "mommy belly", or drag on the floor, etc... I know every fashionista will laugh and say TAILOR in a "duh" sort of way, but let's be real... I'm too lazy to get all my jeans tailored.  I also don't want to spend the extra money to have it done when I already forked out $100 to buy what I thought was the perfect jean.

So I am on a sort of mission.  I mission that I can accomplish in the Monterey area.  Someone suggested  Banana Republic.  I know everyone's bodies are different, but I went to my local BR and checked them out.  There was a trouser jean there that I ADORED!  

The darker the jean the better.  Now, of course these were too long, but looked awesome on me.

I tried these on too.  Now, a jegging isn't ideal for my body type.  I am a bit bigger on the bottom and have tree trunk legs, so jeggings kind of accentuate those.  But, what else am I going to tuck my boots into?

That's all I have for now.  On to find more!

one of my favorite things on clothes

Polka dots!  Marc Jacobs Fall Collection at New York Fashion Week.  Hello, they're in!  Now to look for fashionable stripes.

Making foundation look perfect

I grabbed this from Glamour Magazine.  I always love new tricks of the trade.  I didn't like foundation, or to put tons on my face a few years ago, but now as I'm getting older, I realize it's what I need to do.

1. Find your perfect color.  Try it out on your jawline and check it out in daylight to see if you have a perfect match.  The color is perfect for you if it disappears without blending.  A trick Glamour mentioned was, if you can't afford expensive foundation, have a person behind a cosmetics counter in a department store help you pick out the right color, ask for a sample, then try to match it at a drug store.

2. Prepping your skin.  You need clean skin and it needs to be moisturized.  Wait a few minutes after applying moisturizer so your skin can soak it up.

3. Primer!  I am new to the primer world, but I hear it's FAB!  Apply primer (usually a clear gel) before foundation, after moisturizer.  It minimizes pores, and makes foundation look smooth on your skin.  You can also just wear primer by itself on a lazy day to give yourself the look of a perfect complexion and mattify your skin. 

4.  If you want little coverage, use your fingers.  For more, use a sponge.  For everyday, only apply foundation where you need it.  To get that airbrushed look, apply everywhere, even eyes, starting in the middle, and working your way out.  Believe it or not,  applying tons for photos doesn't actually make you look better, so less it more.

5.  Apply concealer after foundation ( I didn't know this).  The base of foundation keeps concealer from creasing.  Look for a lightweight liquid a shade lighter than your skin.  Use a small, pointy brush to cover the darkest part of your under-eye circles.

6.  Finish with luminous powder.  Try a translucent powders that reflect light.  It helps skin glow and will actually show less shine.  Dust it with a big brush in a 'W' motion, starting at your hairline on one side, swoop down to your cheekbone, up to the bridge of your nose, back down the other cheek, then up again to the opposite hairline.

This is the best primer out there.

 Chanel's powder foundation goes on like second skin.

Recommended best concealer.

Translucent powder by a brand I love.

cute celeb hairstyles

I always think of a celebrity when I think of hair I want.  Some I'm not brave enough to try... Not having my OWN personal hairstylist to throw in some extensions as quick as a phone call keeps my hair simple.  I came across these on yahoo.

 But, if I had the guts... I would so try out a pixie!  I've always dreamed of wash and go hair.

I've tried the "bob".  I have always loved bobs.  I have great (and frightening) memories of Bumble and Bumble's hair "bootcamp" in NYC, learning to cut a fab bob.  The new bob is less harsh, less angled, and I love the look with waves.  Maggie's (on left) is TDF!

 So this is sort of what I have now.  I always long for long hair, but as it grows, I start to hate it and want it cut.  Mine is a little more round too.  I am trying to grow out my side swept bangs too, which I've had on and off for 11 years.

I don't think these are the best pics as an example of long, layered hair.  I've seen prettier hair.  But, long hair with layers is always beautiful.  Make sure when your hair is long, add layers!


Oh Bangs!  I love Nicole Ritchie's hair here!