Long hair is definitely the trend…you’ll notice all these trends have long or at least shoulder length hair as their base. This is a great beach look, or relaxed weekend wear- but I wouldn’t style my hair like this for any dressier events.

Do: 

-Let hair air dry, or blow dry depending on the silkiness desired.

-Spritz with hair volumizing spray, or thermal hair spray.

-divide hair into small section and use curling iron to curl only the middle of each hair section, leaving the bottom and top curl free.

- Spritz with hair spray for stay-power.

Christian Dior started this 1940s Hairstyle Revival, and I love every retro inch of it. They key to this look is starting with soft smooth hair as your base- the rest is a cinch.

Do: 

1. Freshly wash hair and blow dry. If you have wild hair, like mine, apply smoothing cream before blow dry.

2. Part your hair on the far left or right (whichever you prefer) This hairstyle is meant to have a severe side part like, plus side parts make the nose look more delicate.

3. Begin by heating your curling iron and creating barrel sized curls that roll sideways on the head. Clip each roll with a duck bill clip or bobby pins.  (Like giant hotdogs with  the ends facing the mirror in front of you. )

4. Spray with hairspray and let set for about ten minutes.

5. Remove clips or bobby pins and brush out curls gently.

6. Apply a bit of shine creme to your hair with your fingertips.

Note: the Trick to that glam side swept wave at the top of the forehead, is to really get a solid curl pinned up. When it relaxes it creates that rich roll.

One of the prominent trends on the runway this Spring was this soft, boho French braid. It’s feminine,can be worn on a variety of hair textures/curls and…it’s super easy.

How To: 

 1.  Loosely spray your hair with hair spray for volume and stay-power.

2. Finger part at the far side of the head.

3. Gather your (unbrushed) hair at the nape of your neck, and pull hair to the front

4. Divide hair into 3 uneven sections. Braid and secure with small elastic.

Do: 

-keep the braid swept to the side. The side sweep keeps the look modern and relaxed.

-Pair  the braid with modern or menswear inspired pieces. To avoid looking like Laura Ingalls Wilder, choose an outfit that has a contemporary cut. Blazers, shrunken jackets, wide leg trousers, suspenders, vests and the like.

- Have fun with a Fedora. this braid will look great with a variety of hats.

Don’t: 

-make the braid too perfect. It’s messy, and supposed to be that way.

Again to grace the pages of our blog, First Lady Michelle Obama.

Mrs. Obama has a few key elements in her outfits that are always the same, can you spot them?

Mrs. Obama continues to amaze me with stunning sense of style. Graceful, classy, always fitting for the occasion.

Her pieces are simple, flattering to her figure and skin tone. Totally reminiscent of Jackie Kennedy.

More Pics coming soon!

  Always wanted to wear that little vintage hat in the back of your closet? Now is the time to break it out.

This pic, shot on the streets of N.Y shows you how to mix some bold floral patterns without looking like antiquated wallpaper.

(Please excuse the low neckline…cleavage is not part of your ensemble I’m sure

Do: 

-Cement the outfit with some basic black. The black tights here act as the anchor for the prints. She lengthens her legs by wearing shoes in the same color.

-Mix prints, but keep them in the same color family. Pull a color from your dress, using that to go on.

-Go to a thrift-store and practice. Find some prints and mix and match.

-Wear your hair up. Most vintage hats were designed for women wearing their hair 1)very short or 2) up in the back. Do your hair up, but keep it messy (nice and playful).

Don’t: 

-Wear bulky or textured fabrics, particularly for the blouse. When working with prints, adding a massive amount of texture confuses the eye.

-Go overboard on jewelry. Simplicity is key when working with prints. Maybe a pair of pearl studs- but leave it nonchalant.

Any ideas from the Peanut Gallery? Love it, or wish you’d never seen it?

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Glamorous fashion, with just the right touch of modesty.

So everyone knows plaid has been a huge hit this fall/winter. But how to take that brilliant plaid into spring?

Shabby Chic comes in with a bang, tousled hair and aviators ta boot.

Do:

-Use ratty flannel shirts (don’t be afraid to steal them from your brothers ;). It’s the “worn in” look that is so surprisingly attractive

- Pair it with a light, feminine skirt.

-Belt it for Balance. The belt completes the look, pulling it all together.

-Wear some fun shoes. You could go anything from converse, to platform stelletos.

-Rock the Shades. The aviators are the perfect compliment to this otherwise “country” outfit- gives it a laid-back citified edge. 

Don’t:

-Go too bulky with the flannel plaid. If you have about 2 yards too much fabric tucked in and around your waist- you’ve got a problem. We don’t want to look like we just put on 10 lbs from our shirt tails.

- mix patterns.Well, ok, you can mix some- just use caution.

Photo credit:

Cupcakes and Cashmere

Bring in some of your spring dresses, while still staying warm. No one wants to wear black for the next 3 months anyhoo

Do: 

- play with textures.Don’t have any different fabrics in your closet? Keep your eyes open at the next sales- think as a stylist, not as a “one piece by itself- er”.

- Mix your leathers. Black boots- camel bag. You can do it!

Don’t:

-Be afraid of color, a pop of bright cheery color banishes all winter drabs and will instantly make you feel chipper. Or at least, we hope so.

-mix more than 2 brights. You’ll be a walking kaleidoscope.

Photo credit:

Cupcakes and Cashmere

Tousled hair is in. Never has so little effort in hair been so popular.

The key is to mix it with ladylike accents.

Do: 

- Use classic accessories, Black Bag, Black pumps

- Pair contrasting fabrics, sharp tailored pieces with frilly draped ones.

- Have fun with your jewelry. Everything from whimsical to super sophisticated works with this look- how do you feel today?

Don’t: 

- try to make it perfect. Put together a really lady-like outift- then mess up one thing. Keeps it down-to-earth.

Photo credit:

Cupcakes and Cashmere

Many of us have drooled over Jcrews’ beautiul tissue tees, with their ruffles and ripples and ribbon accents. My cousin, creative and thrifty as she is, decided to create some of her own, and they are gorgeous!

View the video to see our first creations, and experiment with your own.  We picked up a stack of inexpensive tshirts and sweaters from T.J. Max, Ross and Walmart. You can cut up fabric and embellishments from your local craft store or cut up a matching tshirt.

Total cost per shirt: $6.50 Jcrew’s price: $58

That is a saving .