Fall 2012 Trends

    Well my darlings lets get our fashion on for the fall.   Whether  you like to stay on the curve of whats hot, or you like to use the information to go against the grain. You still  need to know what the trends are for the upcoming season. 

 Hair 
 Color : According to behind the chair Its going to be a Honey kind of Fall. Even Blondes are adding  some warmth this season.

 Style:  Hair styles are being kept casual this fall. Maybe a very loose side braid. making hair a little unkept, but still looking as if you styled it is key. Sorry rolling out of bed, and heading to work  to find your pixie cut standing in nine different directions does not constitute as casual.

  The word elegant is being thrown around a lot. From pony tails to simple pin styles.

 Feathers are still around, but it is looking like we are moving into  more of an accessory, rather than an extension.

Head wraps are the newest accesory that you should be adding to your arsenal.

 Curly haired girls you will be happy to know that your go to hair style the messy bun is definitely in.

 Nails:
 Shatter is OUT! I have to tell you I am a wee bit excited that shatter is heading out the window. Lets not hold on to this one ladies. just let it go.

 Earth and Water colors are In.  As are the unconventional french ( two toned mani that is not the basic pink and white), and abstract nail art.

  *Keep a look out for the Muppet collection by OPI due to come out this November. No it is not very earthy, but it is awesome.

 Acrylic and other nail enhancements are still out. Natural nails look like they are here to stay.


 Makeup:
  metallic, old Hollywood glam, and lush lashes.
 Invest in some great mascara, red lip stick and mix up your bronze, silver and gold shadows with your champagne, copper and gunmetal liners, and you are headed in the right direction.

BROWS!!!!!!!!
 stop over plucking and then drawing on your eye brows.... please.  Brows are full this season. the way they should be every season.  For the most part I will tell you fashion is a personal statement. You do not have to follow the trends, but not when it comes to brows. Allow me to replace your personal judgment for my own on this matter. Drawn on eyebrows are RIDICULOUS STOP IT! Have a little more respect for the frames of your face.

Blow Dry or Air Dry

 September is on its way out , but the Weather is still STICKY! This humidity had me thinking about the pros and cons of air drying vs blow drying. My own hair turns into a puff like constancy when it feels the humidity. For me I always air dry when I want to show off my curls and blow dry when I am looking for a sleek yet voluminous style.
   I  have been reading a lot of other peoples thoughts on the matter this morning.  Mostly it is just a personal choice. Some people think a hair dryer is damaging and a waste of electricity. I wonder if they feel that way about television? The truth is that if you want great hair you are going to put ware and tare on it, but if you use the right products you can protect your hair and be free from frizz.
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How to Create Soft Waves

Here is how to create soft waves:

What You Will Need:
 curling iron
 hair spray
 finishing gloss

Time Commitment:  30 Minutes

Difficulty Level: Medium

1: Part hair down the middle

 2: take one and a half inch "pie piece" section
( triangle  pieces)

3. spray your section with a light to moderate hold hair spray. (we like blow out spray by blow)

4. take your curling  iron at an angle. begin wrapping the sectioned piece around the curling  iron.

5. continue wrapping and curling your entire head.

6. When you have done this all over your head . Grab your finishing gloss. anything that will help tame frizz will do. We love Blows weather girl.  after you have emulsified your product in your hands begin to brush down the curls with your fingers.

7. Be Fabulous.

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