Can't get enough runway hair ...

I get so excited when I walk into the house because I know what's waiting for me on my laptop. New fashion shows!

I'm starting to see similar trends appear on the multiple runways, and so far-- I'm loving them.

Not only are deep side parts popular, but middle parts are appearing left and right. Like the deep side part, these middle parts are perfectly straight with hair that is slicked down. To me, that screams modern and futuristic.

We can see these striking middle parts at the Zac Posen show:

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Alexander Wang
When I think NYC fashion, I think Alexander Wang. Strong, edgy, and bold. The models sported classic sleek ponytails with a strong middle part. The difference between the middle parts on his models and others? Black tape to break up a middle part.

I want this dress and the shoes. It would be perfect to wear

at the salon. *drrooooolllssss*

Lela Rose

From dark boldness to colorful preppy, middle parts are seen everywhere regardless of your style. The middle part can be versatile to anything that you wear.

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Monique Lhuillier

When I hear the name "Monique Lhuillier" I think of lavish extraordinary gowns that take my breath away. After seeing her Spring 2013 RTW collection ... I'm starting to have a new view on Monique. The designer was inspired by all thing aquatic this season, so the models hair was slicked back with a middle part that flowed back into tightly wound curls. Very mermaid like.

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Peplums are my new favorite things.

 Although the slick middle part is such a strong element,

the softness of the curls gives a very gentle and romantic touch.

 I've grown a new appreciation for the color aqua. 

Victoria Beckham

I've always over her style and poshness, and the more and more I see her designs ... the more I like them. Again, we see a slick prominent middle part with the softens throughout.

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Diane Von Furstenberg

Both middle and side parts complimented these vibrant prints and colors on the runway at Diane Von Furstenburg. I am in absolute awe of the Spring 2013 Collection. There isn't a single garment that I don't like. If you haven't seen the collection, you must immediately.

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 Look at those fabulous earrings!

Yes, yes, and YES!

To achieve the slick middle part, use the end of a comb to section your hair. Depending on how slick and "wet looking" you want it to be, you can do this with wet hair. After sectioning your hair, cocktail the Wella Velvet Amplifier with the Wella Pearl Styler and apply from root to midshaft and finger comb through ends. You can curl the ends for a soft tussled wave, or tie back in a sleek ponytail. For a softer look, use in dry hair.

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Wella Velvet Amplifier

Wella Pearl Styler

Be sure to stay tuned for tomorrow's shows.

xoxo

Moi

Half way through ...

Woo-hoo!! Day 15 is here! Half way through my challenge. HELL YEA! If I can make it through this 30 day challenge successfully, I debating on whether or not to put in extensions. Just a thought.

Day Quinze
Double Braid
Products Used: Pureology Pure Volume Thickening Spray (On towel-dry hair)
Wella Stay Firm Finishing Spray
It's a 10 Miracle Oil Plus Keratin
Tools Used: Flat Iron to Curl + Bobby Pins
How-To: After curling hair, see Day Quatre
Use It's a 10 Miracle Oil to soothe ends.
Part hair down the middle. (It's been YEARS since I've done a middle part.
And I have to say, I still dig it.)
Take 1/2 inch section on each side & braid.
Conceal bobby pin into braid to hold in place.

I was going to wait to post this picture along with my ombre post (that I'm currently putting together.) But I'm so excited I want to share it right away. Our lovely receptionist, Amanda wanted the ombre and yours truly did the honors today.

Be sure to stay tuned for Wednesday's post about ombre ladies & gents.

Ready for Monday ...

Woah, I can't believe how fast the weekend went by. I said on Friday that I'd post sometime over the weekend and the next thing I know it's Sunday night and I'm 3 blog posts behind. Time flies when your hair is having fun. :)

Day Douze
Preppy Prepster
Products Used: Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray
Tools Used: Round Brush + Dryer + Flat Iron (Optional) + Teasing Brush + Bow Headband
How-To: After blowing out your hair straight (see The Classic),
use teasing brush to tease hair at the crown and down to ears.
Use teasing brush to soothe down tease.
Place headband into place.
Putting headband in will create more height to what you
have teased. Soothe down with teasing brush to desired height.
Finish with Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray.

I loved this hairstyle!
I felt so flirty, preppy, cute! (and oh-so humble.)

Day 12 brought wonderful news. Last month, I went in for an audition with Wella to become a Color Educator Training Specialist-- which means I would get the opportunity to go teach color trends and techniques in different salons. I would get to travel to the Wella studios in NYC & LA to train. And on Friday, I got the call saying that I got the job! *high five, down low* I will still be at the salon full-time but at the same time have this opportunity to learn & grow in my career. So the fun hairstyle definitely made the day so much better! I'll be sure to update about the job. :)

Day Treize
Faux Shave
Products Used: Wella Stay Firm Finishing Spray
Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Polishing Serum
Tools Used: Round Brush +Dryer + Flat Iron (Optional) + Bobby Pins
How-To: Follow Steps to The Classic.Push one side of hair back, and pin back with bobby pin.
Finish with Wella Finishing Spray.
Use a bit of Polishing Serum to give ends a sleek shiny look.

Last summer, I shaved a bit from the left of my hair. I was feeling very adventurous and wanted something fabulous and edgy ...

It was always one of my favorite hair styles, and I've contemplated on shaving the side again. Thoughts?

Rain rain go away ... what a crappy Sunday ...

Rainy Sunday from the Salon

With the rain, I wanted to do a hairstyle that didn't require
much styling and would be rain proof.

Day Quatorze
Sweetheart Braid
Products Used: Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray
Tools Used: 2 Clear Elastic Bands + Bobby Pins
How-To: One of my favorite hair bloggers, Hair Dresser on Fire
I love following beauty & hair blogs because I
am ALWAYS up for learning new things from
talented stylists.
Sweetheard Braid Tutorial

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So my sweetheart braid looks NOTHING like HDOF. (It didn't even look like a heart.) My layers are so short that braiding my hair into 2 hairs was a challenge itself. After I followed the steps, I ended up with a twisty- half updo. Hey, I thought it was cute ...

I have tons planned for the blog this upcoming week ... Stay posted! Have any questions or something you'd like to see blogged about? I'd love to hear your ideas!

... and I'm back!

Hello again, I'm back from my blog-cation. I got the internet working again but have been so busy, I haven't gotten a chance to sit down and blog. It takes up a-lot of time! As promised, I have continued to do my hair challenge. And today marks Day 7. I'm running low on ideas, and may have to bust out the pigtails. Adult pigtails are cute ... right?
Let's see where I left off ... I left off at Day Deux (2) with "Le Flip."
Drum roll please ...

Day Trois
The short-hair ballerina bun
Products Used: Aveda Damage Remedy Daily Hair Repair
Kendra Volume Spray 25
Tools Used: Round Brush + Dryer + Small Clear Plastic Bands +
Bobby pins + Headband of Choice (Optional)
How-To: Apply Aveda Damage Remedy when wet, and finger dry completely.
Use round brush to blow-out bangs.
With a clear plastic band, tie hair in low pony-tail & wrap hair into a bun.
Using bobby pins, secure bun in place.
Finish with Kendra Volume Spray.

I have to say, after being short for so long I did the happy dance
when I realized I could finally pull my hair back. :)

Day Quatre-
I make the decision to darken my lavender highlights.

Day Quatre
Down and Flirty!
Products Used: Wella Leave-In Balm For Color Treated Hair
Wella Stay Firm Finishing Spray
Tools Used: Dryer + Flat Iron
How-To: Apply Wella Leave-In Balm and dry completely.
Take 1 inch sections- with flat iron (or curling iron)
curl until entire head is curled.
I don't like the "crunchy" look so I just spray the Finishing Spray
after I finish each section very lightly.
With fingers or brush, brush through curls to loosen.
Finish with Stay Frim Finishing Spray.

Day Cinq
Twisty Twist
Products Used: It's a 10 Leave-In Conditioner & Miracle Finishing Spray
Tools Used: Dryer + Round Brush + Bobby Pins
How-To: Apply leave-in conditioner to towel dry hair.
Follow Instructions on how to achieve Le Flip.
Take a 1.5 inch section of hair in the front (typically bangs section)
and begin to twist upward.
Twist until there's only about 1/2 left of free hair.
Without opening the bobby pin, slide bobby pin back into twist to secure.
1-3 bobby pins can be used depending on thickness of twist.
Finish with Miracle Finishing Spray.

Day Six

Yesterday was a big wedding day for me.
I got the pleasure to do hair for a bride during the day
(I will post pictures as soon as I get them!)
and then got to attend another wedding in the evening.

When I got home ... I realized that I didn't take a picture of the back. 

Excuse the outfit change.

For those of you who don't know,

 I do bridal hair during wedding season.

Faux Bob
(Now I know I've been dying to grow my hair out. But I love the idea
of a sassy 'Faux Bob' for a formal event.)
Products Used: It's a Ten Leave-In Conditioner
Moroccan Oil Luminous Hairspray
Tools Used: Dryer + Flat Iron (or Curling Iron) + Bobby Pins
How-To: Apply leave-in conditioner to towel dry hair.
Follow instructions from Day Quatre (see above)
on how to achieve wave.
Using bobby pins, tuck back of the hair and pin.
Keep it loose & messy, you don't want things too perfect
or else it will turn into an up-do.
After back is tucked and pinned, pull pieces out to give
a messy look. Finish with Luminous Hairspray.

Day Sept- 1 week, Hoorah!
Le Poof- Move over Snooki!
Products Used: Hempz Couture Haute Mess Dry Shampoo
Pureology Strengthening Control Hairspray
Tools Used: Flat Iron (or Curling Iron) + Bobby Pins
How-To: I loved the way my curls looked this morning from
yesterday's Faux Bob. So I decided to keep them.
I used a dry shampoo to make sure my hair didn't look oily.
Is is me, or is dry shampoo the best thing since sliced bread?
Apply dry shampoo to roots. With flat iron (or curling iron)
re-touch curls that have loosened.
Take section from middle eyebrow to middle eyebrow
about 3 inches wide.
Push hair forward until poof height is achieved.
Secure in place with by sliding unopened bobby pins into poof.
Run fingers through curls and spray with
Strengthening Control Hair Spray.

Phewwwww, I survived 1 week!
Only 3 more weeks to go.
I got this.

Be sure to stay posted- I've got some interesting hair tips

& facts to share this week!
(And this week, I won't wait to post pictures of the hair challenge
so you won't get a Nina overload!)