{DUTCH.BRAID.BEAUTY}

Good- bye French Braid, Hello Dutch Braid! I am fully aware of the french and fishtail braids that seems to be overloading all the hair fashion blogs. But, the dutch braid is a new hairstyle to be tried. It is a very simple and chic look that can easily be transitioned from daytime to nightlife. The only hesitation I have about the dutch braid is trying to find time to watch tutorials on how to recreate this looks. If you know of any tips or easy instructions to follow, be sure to comment below.

{ASYMMETRICAL.HAIR.LOVE}

Asymmetrical can have a lot of different looks, especially in the hair industry. Usually, I am not a big fan because a lot of people over do the “asymmetrical” look and it starts to look more punk rock edgy compared to my preferred hair taste. However, I found three new hair designs using the asymmetrical cut that I feel would be great to wear during the Fall season. Now, if only I could get the courage to chop off my hair to get one of these looks…

{FULL.OF.COLOR}

The on-going trend of having vibrate to pastel colored hair is exciting to observe. It takes courage and a fierce individual to pull of this look. I have always wanted to color my hair with some hot pink flare, but never had the confidence within myself to be able to pull it off. It’s a great statement of empowerment and a fun look for anybody who is able to rock the full color.

{HAIR.SHINE}

A week ago, my hair stylist (aka sister) highlighted my hair. While she was finishing styling it, she put Coconut Milk in as a leave-in conditioner. I had never used Coconut Milk before, but now I am a fan! It left my hair feeling soft and smooth. I would recommend this product to people who are looking for a way to keep their hair healthy and smooth!

{HAIR.TREND + MESSY.DO}

When your mom tells you to go brush your hair, just tell her to get with it because the MESSY-DO is in! After all these years of having bed head, I should have just rolled with it. For girls, it takes time to get ready, especially if you want good hair. Most girls will sit in the bathroom for at least an hour trying to put themselves together. But guess what! We don’t have to anymore, looking messy is  a whole new trend and personally, I am embracing it. First, the ombre look of having your roots grow out and now, not even having to comb your hair is acceptable. 2012 is serving us girls right! Guaranteed it would still take me an hour to even try to get my messy look to be right, but it’s worth a try.

{LOW.BUN.LOVE}

I love to wear my hair in a low bun. It’s easy to do, especially with long hair. However, it can get boring at times. Thankfully,  I have found multiple ways to wear a low hair bun. All styles are chic and elegant to wear to work, out with friends, or being involved in a special event.

Photos via Pinterest

 

{HAIR.TREND=BLUNT.BANG}

Since Fall is around the corner, I have been searching for new hair trends that will be seen in the upcoming months. What I found was a lot of bang action! It’s all about sleek hair with a big, blunt, bang. Personally, I think it looks great on any type of hair length and even looks great when your hair is pulled back.

 

All images via Pinterest

SIMPLE.twist

As I have said before, I love simple fashion that looks effortless, yet stylish. I feel the same way about my hair. I hate sitting forever trying to make my hair come together the way I have envisioned in my head and then being highly disappointed because it looks nothing like the way it was suppose to. My hair tends to be pulled back anyway because I gave up or it’s too hot to keep down. That is why I love the “easy twist”. With just a simple twist of the hair, locked in place some with bobby pins I am ready to go!

Top// Left/Right

Middle//Left/Right

Bottom//Left/Right

{Hair.Bow.Style}

I LOVE bows. A bow can transform anything simple and boring into feminine and girly. When this trend of the hair bow started,  I fell in love. There are multiple ways to style your hair into a bow. The bow can be created using all your hair or just in a half-up/half-down hairstyle. It creates a playful look when you’re sick of the same ol‘ thing.

DYI Hair Bow Tutorial

FYI: Just to let you know ladies, some of these pictures include a faux bow piece that you can buy instead of actually tying your hair into the bow style. 

Top Right/Top Left/Center/Bottom Left/ Bottom Right

{HAIR.BATTLE}

The Ballerina and Sock bun are two new styles that seem to be popping up everywhere. I personally like to wear both styles. However, I feel they serve two different purposes. The Ballerina bun has a more laid back, soft, whimsical look. Whereas, the Sock bun has a more corporate, slick back, fashionable look. The Ballerina bun only takes hair spray, bobby pins, a brush, and a hair tie. The Sock bun is whole tutorial about how to convert a plain old sock into this fashionable style. However, once you practice a few times, it’s easy and fun to play with.

Try them out and let me know what you prefer! 

Ballerina/Sock 

FYI: Sock Bun Tutorial