How To :: Lavender Hair

I have always been big into experimenting with my hair. I still remember in Junior High I tried to do a new hairstyle every week. One week I remember doing the Britney Spears combover and another week I remember braiding strands of my hair all over my head and unravelling them in the morning to get chunky waves. Not so cute now but very cool back then. And how could I forget high school? I am not joking when I say I once made my mom glue in black extensions (think Christina in her dirty faze) and ended up wearing them around for at least a week. After that little stint I decided I wanted to be platinum blonde and after a few months of that I added red – which turned pink – and so on and so on. Whether I was cutting it short or growing it really long, dying it or adding extensions I have always had fun with it. You just can’t take hair too seriously. My philosophy – it will always grow back.

When I first saw a few bloggers and celebs rocking a lavender look I was so inspired. It has been far too long since I have done anything fun with my air and I had the itch. Knowing I am now 26 and married, changing your look and getting away with it isn’t as easy as it once was. When you are younger you can always just blame it on, “I am young and this is just a faze,” but when you are older, no excuses. To make sure I was dedicated to this look I decided to try out a very temporary but easy method – Shimmer Lights. I have used this for YEARS to keep my blonde bright but after a trip to the hair salon she told me if I left it on for a while it would turn purple. The.wheels.were.turning. She was definitely warning me to only leave it on a few seconds but she didn’t know who she was talking to. At last I could try my lavender hair.

Since I have had it in my hair I have had numerous people ask how I did it. So my lady friends, here it is! After washing my hair in the shower I towel dried it and then took some of the shampoo and conditioner in my hand. I sectioned off a few of my front pieces (under sides and bangs) and lathered the mixture on. I actually used tin foil to hold it in place, as I learned the hard way the first time that this stuff runs everywhere, and then left it on for about an hour. Take it out, rinse, and voila! The key to this sticking is having the white blonde hair. If your hair is brown or more of a brassy blonde it won’t hold as well.

I hope this inspires you to do something fun with your hair! If you love the lavender I suggest going to get it permanently done like I am doing next week. Shimmer Lights is amazing but it doesn’t last very long. Perfect for all of you who just want something for the weekend.

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*** As if the secrets of lavender wasn’t enough – Today is the day!!! Yes, THAT day! Shopbop friends and family sale! 25% off site wide when you enter INTHEFAMILY14. I already did my damage and bought this BB Dakota tunic (posted about yesterday), this beautiful day to night Rory Beca dress, and these aviators I have been crushing on for years!!! Very basic pieces that can be worn lots of ways!

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Inspiring Me Now :: Loren Stewart Jewelry

Shop above pieces and other jewelry at Loren Stewart

I love gold, dainty jewelry. As much as I love it, I don’t feel like I own enough of it. I often envy my friend Molly and Sam from, Could I Have That who always seem to have the best collection. Jewelry, as of late, is one of the first things I notice on a person. Being the minimalist I am, I have never quite gotten around to investing in pieces. It is a shame because the pieces I do have I wear, all.the.time. My Dana Rebecca necklaces are always on repeat and my Glam Rocks rings are always one of the first things I grab. Other than a few other pieces, my collection is low. I have been so busy spending time and money on finding new outfits that I have neglected one of the key essentials to completing a look – accessories.

The thing I love most about dainty pieces – they complete a look but keep it clean. Perfect for all of you other ‘no fuss, keep it minimal’ lovers out there. I have really been trying to be cautious of how and where I spend my money recently so that I can start investing in quality pieces of jewelry. When I stumbled upon Loren Stewart on Instagram, I fell in love. Not only with her clean and cool aesthetic but also with her overall brand. Anyone who plays french music in their video is okay by me! Her pieces are quickly taking over my wish list and how could you blame me when she makes rings as cool as this? I love the way make a statement and fill the void that accessories need to without being too over powering. I love when you can wear the same piece with jeans and a t-shirt as you can with a cocktail dress and they fit perfectly with both. Loren has mastered this! Her pieces are everything your collection needs!

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images via loren stewart, deck collective, neon blush

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Tray Display

Marni perfume, Diptyque candle, Stella McCartney perfume, Chanel ‘CoCo Mademoiselle’ perfume

Bauble Bar x Anthropologie Caviar Cabochon necklace, Tory Burch Lucite ‘H’ statue, West Elm Mercury Vase (similar) + Footed Hurricane (on sale), Hand Jewelry Holder (similar)

When I first moved into my house I was so excited to start decorating. I have talked about the trials I have had with trying to incorporate my husbands furniture with my style before, so I won’t bore you with the details only tell you how I have semi-accomplished this – with small accessories in each room. Since the base of any house is centered around its furniture the vibe was already set – minimal, modern, masculine. I love these three interior styles but wanted my first home to be cozier. I have tried warming it up with rugs, art work, and lots of little accessories everywhere. One of the accessory solutions I used is adding trays. I have trays all over the house – living room, kitchen, office, bathroom and bedroom. They are the perfect way to decorate small spaces while keeping it contained and organized. I always see pictures of trays on Pinterest which inspire me to rearrange my own. I did this last night and played with a few different scenarios but ultimately snapped shots of this one. I pictured it in a bathroom, in-between the his and her sink. It has all of my necessities – champagne, perfume, candles, a ring holder, and a few bracelets.

While your tray can be filled with whatever you would like I would keep it simple and convenient. So if it is in your bedroom try to stock it with bedside table books, candle, hand lotion and your reading glasses. If it is in your office you can fill it with a cute pencil holder, a little bubbly for those tough days, notepads, and your business cards. Wherever you put your tray, the contents inside should be practical to the space.

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for more inspiration check out my Tray Display board on Pinterest

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