Top 5 Hairstyles for a Rainy Day!

It’s the month of April again and you know what that means. Rain Rain Rain and more Rain. Just when you think the weather is about to be warm and sunny you get stuck with something worse; humidity. Sure we can spend time every morning complaining about the weather and global warming, or instead we can focus that energy on effortless hairstyles that can stand up to the rain.

Below are the top five celebrity inspired hairstyles that can withstand rainy days. These hairstyles can be very simple, quick, and easy for those who like to run out the door in the morning, or they can be taken to a whole new level to create more detailed looks. TIP: Braids with any of these hairstyles will help your hair survive the humidity.

Through hoods, umbrellas, and gusty winds, these top five hairstyles will be sure to keep you looking and feeling great. Although the weather may be gloomy, don’t let your hair suffer!

1. Side Braid

2. Top Knot

3. Ponytail 

4. Headband 

5. Low Bun

Now I want to know more about you guys! Which of these works best for you? What are some of your own go-to rainy day hairstyles?

 -Autumn

Spring Cleaning: Beauty Organization Tips!

Recently with spring coming, I have been very involved with organizing every aspect of my life. When I looked at all of my makeup and beauty products that I threw into my drawers I knew there had to be a way to de-clutter. Down below are some various tips and tricks I have learned to help organize your makeup and beauty essentials! This technique also helped me use up products I forget I ever had. If you are like me and have a beauty collection overflowing with tools and products, than organizing will help make your life easier!

1. Organizer with drawers!
   1. This is where I store most of my makeup. It holds the perfect amount for my collection, and it doesn’t take up too much counter space! I also like how it is clear so that I can see which drawers have which category of product in them. You can purchase this organizer here! ***Purchase here
2. Palette Storage!
   1. Use a napkin or letter holder to store your favorite palettes. This napkin holder holds all of my palettes perfect and gives my collection some style! I can now keep my favorite palettes out on my counter so I don’t store them away somewhere and forget about them.     *** Purchase here      
3. Makeup Brush Pots!
   1. Store makeup brushes in a cup or a vase to avoid losing them and prevent the bristles from crushing. Personalize your collection by choosing cup and pot designs that fit you! Throw some beads, bean bag filling, or small rocks into the bottom of the pots to add height and separate the brushes.
4. Hairstyling Organizer!
   1. Tired of untangling all of your cords for your blow dryer, straightener, and curling iron? I have always just thrown everything into a drawer and have lost valuable time in the morning untangling everything. This organizer from PBteen hangs on the wall and perfectly stores your everyday hairstyling tools. ***Purchase here                                                              
5. Everyday Makeup Storage!
   1. Use a smaller container to store makeup you gab on a day-to-day basis. This way they are easier to access in the morning rather than searching through your entire collection. In this compartment I like to keep my favorite concealer, foundation and bronzer. Also I keep my favorite eyeliner, mascara, and lip-gloss! ***Purchase here
6. Nail Polish Rack!
   1. Before I got my nail polish rack I was so tired of having to dig and dig in my basket every time I was looking for that one color. The nail polish rack brings salon quality organization straight to your bathroom. ***Click here to purchase a clear acrylic rack! ***Click here for a DIY tutorial on how to create your own!
7. Lipstick Holder!
   1. I recently purchased this holder from eBay and it has been my favorite product so far! I can now display my lipsticks and organize them by color, brand, and finish! ***Purchase here

Happy Cleaning 🙂 XoXo Autumn

Best (and worst!) Dressed: Academy Awards 2013

If you were not watching the Academy Awards this past Sunday to see what movies and actors won awards, you were watching it for the amazing fashions on the red carpet!  The oscars are one of the few special nights out of the year that everyone in the industry has the most incredible excuse to dress up in beautiful dresses and dashing suits.

Here are my best dressed of the night!

Jessica Chastain looked absolutely perfect in Armani Prive.  This dress was completely covered in light pink beads over a light copper fabric.  The fit was perfect and I love the sweetheart neckline on Jessica.  Her hair and make-up were beautiful, as she was going for an “old- hollywood” look.

Amy Adams looking flawless in Oscar de la Renta.  I cannot get over how beautiful this dress looks on the red carpet!  I am loving the muted grey chiffon color, along with the silhouette of this dress.  It has a sweet, yet edgy vibe that almost reminds me of a modern day Cinderella.  Amy’s hair looks great pulled up and I think her simple make- up works perfectly with this dress.

Naomi Watts rocked this Armani Prive dress!  I love the sparkle in this darker grey color.  And lets just talk about how insanely cool that cut out is!  Although the strapless look was trending on the carpet this oscars, I am obsessed with this neckline.  Because this dress is so eye catching, Naomi did the right thing by pulling her hair back and having minimalistic make- up.

Charlize Theron looked absolutely stunning in Dior Couture.  I love how the all white look is so dramatic against that red carpet, and with the right dress it makes such a statement.  I can’t think of a better adjective other than “super cool” when describing this look.  The neckline, the hint of peplum, the color, and the little bit of embellishment; it is just amazing! And her hair, or should I say lack of!  She pulls off the pixie cut so well it’s not even funny.  I cannot get over how extraordinary she looked!

Here are my worst dressed!

Anne Hathaway in Prada.  I hate to bash on Anne, since I have so much love and respect for her, but this dress is awful.  The color is nothing special, the neckline looks dated, and the pleating on her bust could not look worse.  She did not need to wear any necklace, let alone the chocker she wore (it is too close to the neckline of the dress). I believe that I can speak for many when I say that I wish she would not have changed her mind from the original Valentino she was planning on wearing.

Kerry Washington in Miu Miu.  I love the color of this dress, but I cannot seem to look past the embellishments on the bust and the bow around the waist.  Personally, I think those extra touches make this look cheap and tacky, rather than expensive and beautiful.

 

Now I want to know who your best and worst dressed were!! Let me know by leaving a comment below!

Xoxo

Alli

Beauty: Looks from the 2013 Grammy Awards I’m still obsessing over!

The hype from the Grammy’s may be slowing down, but I find myself still obsessing not only over the fashion from the show, but also the hair and makeup! The majority of the celebrities received an A+ in my  grade book for their overall looks.

Here are some of my favorite looks that I love and want to recreate! 

Rihanna

Keeping the Obmbré trend still going strong, Rihanna rocked her effortless yet sexy waves. The color of her lipstick matched perfectly with her stunning dress, and the whole look is pulled together by the subtle smoky eye with a coppery eyeshadow. The overall look is simple, but makes her look glamorous and very pulled together. 

 

Adele

Lashes, lashes and more lashes! Adele didn’t disappoint to make a statement while staying true to her glam and very mod 70’s style. With such a busy dress, her makeup had to be simple to compliment it, and that is exactly what she did. You are immediately drawn to her gorgeous eyes with those mile-long lashes and her signature winged eyeliner. The look is finished with a glossy nude lip. Love this one! 

 

Beyonce

 

When doesn’t Beyonce ever not look like a million bucks? She wen’t with a similar look like Rihanna’s including the coppery-smoky eye complimented by the classic red lip. Her skin looked flawless and dewy. My favorite part of this look, is her slicked back hair in a low, center-part pony. It makes her looked so polished and the best part is that we don’t need a hair stylist to recreate this one on our own! 

 

Katy Perry

Boy, was I happy to see Katy Perry without some crazy color on her head! She looked beyond glamorous on that red carpet, and that shiny long mane looks beyond amazing on her and makes her eyes completely pop! I am loving the simple eye makeup with just a shimmery champagne color all over the lid smoked out with a coppery brown. The falsies and nude lip pull this look together. 

 

I hope you guys liked these looks, and try to recreate them at home just like I have been! Comment below to let me know which one was your favorite, and if you loved them as much as I did! 

 

xoxo,

Erika