The Perfect Base....

This video is super helpful

Rockstar Chic

Pictured below is Jennifer! I wanted to give her a new look, so I just worked my magic and this is what we ended up with.

A simple cut turned her into a chic superstar! Go Jen!!

Wanding....

I made some of my curls a little tighter today by loosely using a curling wand with random small pieces of hair. I looooved it!! I also recently got my hair colored using the ombre technique. However, the color is a little too subtle to show up in pictures.

Before:

After:

Curls of the Moment

Just wanted to share some pics that I'm using as inspiration for my portfolio...

Categories of Weavers: Which one are YOU?

Wearing a weave can be tricky, but hopefully I can give a few tips and guidelines to follow when thinking about adding to your hair. There are three categories of Weavers; Newbies, Dabblers, and Veterans. This has a lot to do with the type of hair you purchase, and how you maintain your hair. Which one are you?

Newbies: One who have never worn a weave before.

When a Newbie asks me "What type of hair should I get?" It can be a tricky question. I know the quality you will want out of your hair, but since you have never spent money on extensions you will be shocked to see that it could get up in the hundreds. Usually Newbies want to spend $100 or less on their hair extensions. The brand I suggest for Newbies is Dreamweaver by Model Model. This brand has straight, wavy, curly and kinky hair for a very reasonable price. Until you wear a weave you won't understand why the good quality hair comes at such a high price. You also get a feel for how your hair will blend with weave, and the the importance of getting it installed correctly. Since blending with curly hair, can sometimes be a task, I usually recommend straight hair for a Newbie.

 

Curly hair from DreamWeaver

Dabbler: One who wears weave sporadically, but never back to back.

A Dabbler will spend a little more money on hair than a Newbie. Dabblers usually spend about $200 or less on hair. They understand what they want out of their hair, and know how to keep the integrity of  hair while wearing a weave. Dabblers also could be people who have have a mix of good and bad experiences with weaves and still looking for that perfect hair stylist to put it in or the right products/tools to use. I would recommend Virgin hair to most Dabblers like Indianhair.net and Juju Hair Company.

Hair from Juju Hair Company



Veterans: One who will most likely always have extensions in. Usually you don't know Veterans, real length of hair, because you haven't seen it in years!

Veterans love weaves! They love the versatility and instant gratification you get from adding some length, volume, color etc. There are a lot of Veterans who don't have healthy locks, because they are neglecting their real hair. When you wear weaves back to back it can put a serious toll on your real strands. Your hair needs to relax and breathe after being locked away for so many weeks. Extensions that I would recommend for a Veteran would be from Virgincurl. The hair is exactly what any Veteran would love to have in their hair.

Hair from Virgincurl. To see more on this hair click here or here



Tips for Veterans:

• Don't keep your sew-in weaves for longer than 2 months.
• Get a conditioning, protein, or moisture treatment in between weaves.
• Trim your hair in between weaves (4-6 weeks)
• Wash your hair once a week.

Tips for all weavers: Use Coconut oil on your scalp and hair while installing your hair. It is lightweight and will prevent your scalp from having those terrible itches! No patting of the weave in public ladies!

Photos from Virgincurl Courtesy of VirginCurl Facebook page.

Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Hey Everyone! I am happy to say that after 1 month and 10 days, I have put my weave back in my hair! I have enjoyed wearing my hair out, but it was time to put it away!!! I have started working out again, so the need for a protective style is huge! No matter what anybody says, once you become a true Weaveista, there is no turning back! I will wear weaves for the rest of my life, and who doesn't like it can pucker up and kiss it!

Before:

After!

I feel like myself again! Smooches!!



Remember Me?

Remember Bria from the "Redheads Have More Fun" post?....

Well look at her now!



I did not install this hair, but I cut and styled it. I just love the red on her!

Old School Swag...

I don't know if I'll get in trouble for this, but I saw these old pics of my family and I just had to put it up.

Don't Speak

Top Knot Tutorial

I have been rocking a topknot for the past few days, and I thought I would share how I achieve this look.

What You Will Need:

• Ponytail Holder
• Bobby Pins
• Hairspray (Optional)

Place hair into a ponytail and apply hairspray to hair:

Seperate ponytail into 2 or more sections:

Gather one side of hair together:

 Wrap the hair towards the other side, and pull it around:

After securing with bobby pins, wrap the next section of hair in the opposite direction:

Secure with bobby pins.

Adjust your Top Knot with fingers to achieve an undone look.

Love this leather vest!

      Celeb Top Knots:



Remember, there are a billion ways to achieve a Top Knot. Just Twist, Tuck and Wrap in any particular order.

Confession: I'm Addicted to Thrift Stores

Happy Tuesday Everyone! Over the weekend, Martrelle and I went looking for some thrift stores in the MD area. We found one in Silver Spring and decided to make a trip out there. I must admit that I've never been big on the idea of buying used clothing. Yeah, I said it! However, one quick look at my bank account, reassured me that this was the right (and only) choice. It is safe to say that I lost my mind in that store. The thrill I had was something I just can't describe in a coherent sentence. Thrifting is not just about shopping, but the assurance that no one will be able to purchase your outfit. Just by saying, "I got it at a thrift store", makes you stand a little taller knowing that individual is wishing they had the eye for fashion that you do. You were able to see the jem in the a room of junk, and knew exactly what to pair with it to make it look expensive.

While at the Thrift Store I purchased a few vests, some blazers, and a coat:

Vest:

If feels so soft, and I love the Asian artwork on the back.

This vest was only $3!

This vest is Martrelle's but I had to put it up. A real leather vest for only $3.

Blazers:

This fits me perfectly! Love Love Love!!!

I actually got this from school. Goodwill donated clothes for a fashion show, and I snagged this Blazer from Barneys!

Only $6

My favorite piece out of the whole collection:

Jordache Faux Fur Coat $25

Many more thrifting hauls to come!