Side Braid Bun

This is not a new hairstyle by any means but it is the first time we have ever done it.  You only need to know how to do a basic French Braid (We have a video for that here ) and all you need is one elastic, some bobby pins, and a flower clip.  This hairstyle actually looked a bit better when it was done with dry hair but we did use extra hairspray when doing it dry so that we didn't end up with a ton of fly-aways.

We started by creating an off-centered part at the front of the head that was about 2 inches long.  We started on the smaller side of the part and grabbed a section of hair that was divided into 3 equal sections.

This is where you will begin your French Braid.  Just make sure that your Braid goes across the back of the head rather than down the head.   

Work your way around to the other side of the head and gather in the remaining hair.  Once it's all been added in, finish plaiting the braid with just a Regular 3-Strand and then secure it at the bottom with an elastic. 

Wrap that 3-Strand Braid around itself and secure it against the head with bobby pins.  Make sure that you have all of your ends tucked under the bun so they won't show.  Add a flower clip to the front of the bun and it's finished. 

Ashley Olsen Look For Less < $135

This is "vintage" Ashley Olsen, but I am totally digging her orange and blue color palette!  The perfect outfit for cocktails with friends on a warm summer evening!

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Friday's Film: Basket Weaving

This was another hairstyle that we got SEVERAL requests for a video on.

 It's our Basket Weaving hairstyle from last week and it's very easy as you will see.

The original post for this style can be found here and it's got the written instructions plus some more pictures.

There are several ways you could end this hairstyle.  Here we have two piggies and in the video we have a 4-Strand Braid.  You can use whatever you like.

the IT list... June 1, 2012!

June is here and with it comes summer time... I don't know about you, but I'm thrilled for it!

Check out these amazing summery links today!

• Sweetie Pie Style has the colored pant trend down! She pairs bright turquoise with summery white for a look that is sure to please! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)
• Style Your Life is crushing on cocktail rings! Head over to see all of her fun picks - there is something for everyone! (find Style Your Life on Twitter!)
• DahliaLynn Lane shows us how to have fun with colorblocking! "Go bright or go home" is a fitting motto for her adorable outfit! (find DahliaLynn Lane on Twitter!)
• Fabulously Average is bringing back overalls! Don't worry - she looks totally chic! Pop over to find out how to style your favorite old pair! (find Fabulously Average on Twitter!)
• Wardrobes I Met and Liked is wearing the most amazing neon skirt! Paired with black, it makes for an on-trend look for day or evening!
• A Fashion Fixation is sharing bits and pieces of what looks to be a fabulous tropical vacation! Cayman Islands, anyone?! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
• Urban Frill pairs pastels and brights for a colorblocked look that is sure to please! She is also matching her bag to her necklace - such a fun look for summer!
• Sandy a la Mode shows us her take on summer's hottest color - yellow! Pop over to see how she mixes different shades for a fun look! (find Sandy a la Mode on Twitter!)
• The Fashionable ESQ rounds up her favorite pieces for a beach getaway! Make sure to check out her picks and stock up for that upcoming vacay! (find The Fashionable ESQ on Twitter!)
• Seize the Styles sports the perfect summer scarf - yellow polka dots! Head over to see the cute pieces she pairs it with! (find Seize the Styles on Twitter!)
• Northern Style shows us her sequin swagger by mixing high and low! Check out how she dresses down sequins for everyday wear! Cute! (find Northern Style on Twitter!)
• Miss Top Ten Image wears an adorable floral maxi for a little sea-side lunching! The perfect outfit for the perfect setting!! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
• Here & Now is sporting her red, white and blue in honor of Memorial Day! You have to see the fab lace shorts she is wearing! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
• Second Street East hosted a hump day happy hour with the help of a friend! Head over to see the recipe for a Kiwi Capiroska! Looks delicious! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)

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Julianne Hough Look for Less <$110

Lately, I have been so drawn to colored denim it has made me forget about good old regular denim but Julianne Hough shows us how to pull off a super chic travel look in regular denim. I love everything about this look from the heels all the way to the panama hat she is carrying! I hope I look this chic the next time I am traveling!

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Back & Forth Puffy Braids

This style is a variation on one of our favorites, Puffy Braids.  You will be creating a series of horizontal parts as usual but the difference is that there is no vertical part down the center.

 

Start by creating a horizontal part from ear to ear and making a small section of hair along the bang line.  Secure it into an elastic that is pulled to the left side.  Now create a parallel part behind the first that you will secure into an elastic over on the left side. 

Create a 2 inch braid out of your left ponytail and have your princess hold it while you create a third parallel part/section.  Pull that section over to the left as well and add in the braid before securing it with a new elastic.  (Your braid will be lying over the top of your second section that is over on the right.)

Now move over to your right ponytail and create a 2 inch braid out of that as well.  Create a 4th part/section and pull it to the right where you will add in that braid and secure it with an elastic.

Now move back to the left and repeat the pattern back and forth from left to right. 

When you get to the bottom of the hair you will have one braid that ends higher than the other.  Finish off your final ponytails with Regular 3-Strand Braids and you are all finished! 

Olivia Palermo Look for Less <$95

Patterned shorts are one of my favorite trends for summer and Olivia P is pulling it off flawlessly. I found these Lucky ikat shorts on sale at Macy's and they look quite similar to Miss Palermo's. She then tops it all off with simple orange flats and a sheer top. To get the same tie dye look as Olivia's flats, maybe have a little fun with clorox pens for a quick and easy DIY. I am also loving her crochet bag, kind of a fun summery pick for a purse!

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