Style Du Jour
Posted on April 28, 2016
by Ashley 
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Hey everyone!! I wanted to share a quick tutorial with everyone on how to use the new T3 Twirl 360! As most of you know, I don’t ever curl my hair but fell in love with this curler that I had to test it out and give everyone a quick how-to! I’ve also never used an iron that literally spins itself! This curling iron utilizes gyroscopic digital technology to detect the motion of your hand, and automatically propel the barrel in the desired direction. The application of the technology, typically used in space exploration, is a first for the hair tools category. Pretty awesome, if you ask me! Keep an eye out for a Youtube tutorial soon! For now, you get photos!
Here is a quick start guide for those of you who have never used this curler before. There will be photos but if you’re in a hurry and want to test the curler out without photos, then this should be helpful!
First, Click the power & Temperature switch quickly to use on Slow speed or hold down switch for fast speed. To change temps, double click the switch until you reach your desired setting.
Second, Clamp a 1-2″ section of hair and glide the iron to the ends. Then hold the GO button down and gently rate your wrist in the direction to activate the rotating barrel. It’s so cool because it literally knows which direction you are wanting to curl your hair!
Lastly, take your finger off the GO button to stop rotation. After a few seconds, press the Lever to release the curl. And on to the next piece!
Alrighty, ladies!! Ready to get this started!
First, section off your hair. Start with the bottom layer and work your way up in about 4 sections (depending on how thick your hair is)
The T3 curler is the best! I normally use a 1 to 1 1/2 inch barrel for my beachy waves look.
Product is key to helping your curls stay all day! I love Oribe Soft Laquer Heat Styling Spray.
Once you get to the crown section of the hair, lightly tease for volume. For extra volume, use Oribe Thickening Spray on each section.
For an “undone” look:
After curling, run your fingers throughout your hair gently (don’t brush!) to tousle the curls into more of an “undone” look
If you want even less curl (more wave), flip your head to reach underneath the hair, spray a texturizing spray all throughout and tousle with your fingers. I like Batiste Dry Shampoo.
Want to add a Braid
A trendy look that’s super stylish– braids are all the rage.
Section off a 2-3 inch piece in the front. I prefer the part to be uneven, but you can go with what you think looks best on YOU!
Divide that section and braid. We did a traditional braid on my hair!
Braid and braid until you reach the end of the hair.
Secure it with 2 bobby pins. Insert the pins – rough side toward your head- and criss cross them to lock them in place!
You can leave your hair down with this look or pull it back in a ponytail! Don’t forget to top with a spritz of hairspray for extra hold.
Hair by the amazing Gertie Murray of GertieGlam
Photography by Andrew Loehman
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Shift dresses are my favorite type of dress to wear. Not only are they flattering on practically everyone, they are extremely slimming if you find a style that suits your body type. I have had amazing luck finding great quality fitting dresses from Forever 21 in the Contemporary section of the store. Sizes run a little larger, but the fabric is much better quality than you would normally see and the outfits themselves are more classic and mature. In the past 3-5 years, I have definitely seen a major improvement in Forever 21‘s overall aesthetic in design and quality. I suggest everyone take a gander at what they have to offer now!
PLUS shopping online at Forever 21 gives you the opportunity to return your items for a FULL REFUND! Unlike shopping in the store, which means you only get a store credit.
Now, time to get some shopping done! Did I mention this layered dress is only $29!?
Outfit Details:
Dress – Forever 21 // Shoes – Christian Louboutin (Similar HERE)
Hat – Nordstrom // Necklace – BaubleBar
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I still can’t believe it is already 2016! And mid January, at that! Is this year going to go by just as fast as 2015?? I’m hoping not…
This was one of my last shoots of 2015, and boy was it a crazy one! We were headed back from Mammoth and had seen this old ghost town on the drive up there. Grayson and I thought it would be such a fun place to try and shoot an outfit if we had time on the drive back to LA. As we start to make the long trek back we literally creep on every town that looks overly rundown and desolate. We finally found the perfect one that had 5-6 old houses fenced off with Private Property signs. This place was literally right off the highway so fingers crossed no one felt like reporting us. We walked around the entire place trying to find the perfect area to shoot and definitely found some interesting stuff going on there! Not only were there old clothes, bed sheets and just crap in general, there were water leaks, broken glass, and fallen down walls EVERYWHERE! It was pretty sketch. But we shot long enough to get some good photos until cars started pulling up and watching us… Talk about creepy!!
It was such a blast and a fun story to be able to tell! And I had the perfect coat from SheIn to shoot! I think it was the absolute perfect look for this location.
Outfit Details:
Sweater – Neiman Marcus Cashmere (Similar HERE)
Boot Cuffs – Royal Scout (Similar HERE) // Jeans – AYR
Sunglasses – Gucci (Similar HERE) // Beanie – Target (Similar HERE)
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As the joy of gift giving fades and the reality of holiday spending hits your bank account this January, bargain shopping for fabulous style is a resolution must. Ideally, we could buy anything we wanted at Neiman Marcus, regardless of the price tag. But that’s not the real world, and besides, it’s just as easy to achieve that $1,000 look without breaking the bank. My motto is wear what you love, no matter your budget. Either of these almost-identical winter looks is perfect for cozying up by the fire or toasting the new year with your girlfriends. With drastically different price tags, you can strut a winter-chic wardrobe in style and within your own budget.
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When to Splurge, When to Save
Save: Jewelry
Jewelry is a great example of how to look like a million bucks without spending a fortune. While nice watches and classic jewelry are great investment items, inexpensive costume jewelry is a fabulous way to stay on trend without dipping into your savings for a new pair of earrings.
Save: Boots
Over-the-knee boots are the trend right now, and we are seeing them everywhere: in magazines and style blogs, on models and friends. Boots are usually a splurge item for me because a well-made (and typically more expensive) pair of leather boots will last much longer than a poorly made (and typically less expensive) option. However, I broke the bank buying the seemingly splurge-worthy Stuart Weitzman over-the-knee boots, but then I found a similar pair for less than $300 that I actually receive more compliments on. In this case, save your money for another splurge!
Splurge: Handbags
Classic handbags like this Chanel Boy bag are wardrobe staples that can be passed on to your kids and grandkids. These types of handbags are iconic for a reason: They last a lifetime. Years of good use and impeccable style help justify the designer investment. Luckily, if you’re simply not in the market for this type of luxury item, there are countless alternative options that will give you the same style at a fraction of the cost.
Save: Clothes
Bottom line: I can’t justify $595 on a brand-name cardigan when I can find a look-alike piece from Forever 21 for $21.80. Except for staples (like a black leather jacket), clothing is a savings goldmine. If splurge money were no object, I would regularly purchase higher-quality garments. However, until I hit the jackpot, I will be saving on affordable look-alikes, especially for trends that may come and go in one season.
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Splurge Details: $13,163
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Bag – Chanel // J12 watch – Chanel
Highland OTK Boots – Stuart Weitzman // Jeans – AG
Cardigan – Vince // Hat – Goorin Bros
Grey Shawl – Louis Vuitton // Bracelet – Vita Fede
Save Details: $914
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Crossbody – Rebecca Minkoff // Watch – Nixon
OTK Boots – Sam Edelman // Gray jeans – H&M
Cardigan – Forever 21 // Black Hat – H&M
Halogen Scarf – Nordstrom // Gold Spike Bracelet- Jules Smith
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HAPPY NEW YEAR, everyone!!
How was everyone’s holidays? We headed up to Mammoth Lakes on Christmas to spend a few days in the snow! If you didn’t noticed from my previous Instagram photos, I LOVE the snow! Like giddy child, love the snow! I used to go to Colorado multiple times a year as a kid and young adult to hike, mountain bike and ski. It’s been a while since I have actually been in tons of snow! Mammoth was dumped on the week prior to us coming so it was perfect and even snowed on us the day we got there. We don’t get any snow in Austin so any chance I have for a white Christmas; count me in!
I finally got to bundle up and be a frozen snow bunny! The day before we left for this trip I found the cutest fur trimmed hooded jacket at Banana Republic that was on sale and then 50% off of that!! PSSTTTT… They’re sale is still going on!
Outfit Details:
Jacket – Banana Republic (Similar HERE) // Beanie – Forever 21
Boots – Burberry (Similar HERE) // Scarf – Forever 21
Sunglasses – Gucci (Similar HERE) // Jeans – H&M
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Ladies, you all know how hard it is to find the perfect fitting pair of jeans. The struggle is real. We all have such different body types and every brand/pair just won’t work for all of us. I have a confession to make… I have found the perfect pair that will literally fit anyone and everyone!
DENIZEN® from Levi’s® are now my go-to pair! You’re not just limited to skinny jeans, and have tons of options to suit your dream jean needs! I always love finding new brands of jeans to share with my readers and I suggest you all try them out.
I am styling commercials and print ads on a regular basis and have to spend a lot of my days shopping for clothing that I know will instantly fit the talent, who are rarely the runway model type. You know, the super tall and skinny who look amazing in everything?? I work with people who are all shapes, sizes and heights, so finding something that is going to work for anyone and everyone is outrageously tough. No joke, I always purchase DENIZEN® from Levi’s® and every talent I have dressed has complemented the fit and how great it is.
They have the perfect amount of stretch, which I love! Especially after all of this holiday eating! Am I right?!
Don’t forget you can share your own #HolidaysInDENIZEN photo on Instagram for your chance to win your own DENIZEN® from Levi’s® jeans and a $400 shopping spree! Learn more at www.denizen.com/holidaysindenizen.
I hope everyone has a Happy New Year!
I hope everyone has a Happy New Year!
Outfit Details:
Jeans – DENIZEN® from Levi’s® Modern Skinny in Orbit
Sweater – Chicwish
Boots – Frye // Boot Cuffs – Royal Scout
Beanie – Target (Similar HERE) // Sunglasses – Panda
Necklace – Baublebar
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I can’t believe this is one of my last blog posts of 2015! What a whirl wind it has been!! Stay tuned for my New Years Resolution post tomorrow! 😉
In the meantime, head over to Shop Sosie! I just found this adorable online boutique and fell in love with everything! Their vision is to enable young women to showcase their unique personalities through fashion. Whether your style is clean and classic, bohemian, or a delicate ingénue, you are sure to find something to suit your style at extremely affordable price points!
Enter code DTKAustin20 at checkout for 20% off your entire purchase!
Outfit Details:
Jacket – Shop Sosie // Scarf – Shop Sosie (Similar HERE)
Use code DTKAustin20 at Shop Sosie for 20% off your entire purchase!
Beanie – Forever 21 // Boots – Steve Madden
Top – Nordstrom // Sunglasses – Gucci (similar HERE)
Jeans – AG
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GUYS! I can’t believe Christmas is tomorrow. Who else think the holidays got here WAY too fast?? It feels like summer was yesterday! I hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year surrounded by your family and friends.
Grayson and I decided to pack up and head to California to see my family and then head up to the mountains in Mammoth for a little Christmas snowboarding! Can’t wait to be back up in the snow since we get absolutely 0 in Texas. Speaking of no snow in Texas, it is literally 80 degrees right now!! :/ No dreaming of a white Christmas there!
I do remember one year about 6-7 years ago and it actually snowed a ton ON Christmas Day in Fort Worth! It was so magical and fun being surrounded by family, cozied up next to the fire while it snows outside.
Enough of me rambling!! I wanted to post a super cute dress that I found at H&M that is perfect for winter and spring! Not only can you make this cute dress a little dressier, but you can also make it quite casual in the summer as well. Extremely versatile and it is extremely comfortable! And the best OTK boots are on sale for $157!!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, everyone!!
Outfit Details:
Boots – Sam Edelman (ON SALE for $157!)
Sunglasses – Gucci (Similar HERE) // Necklace – H&M
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Sequins and stripes are two of my favorite things and when they are in combination together; even better! I partnered with Banana Republic to show off a few of their new, Fall 2015 Winter line and have to say, I am definitely impressed. I feel like they are catering more to the everyday woman; not only business wear but cozy and casual too! Now that I am self employed and work from home quite a bit I need to be in casual, yet super chic clothing whenever I can. This striped top and beaded zip-up are absolutely perfect to throw on with a pair of jeans and heels.
And we definitely need to talk about accessorizing these casual looks. The Peach Box and Marc Bale have come out with some amazing watch designs that will go with anything and everything; dressy or casual.
Outfit Details:
Striped Shirt – Banana Republic // Zip-up – Banana Republic
Shoes – Sam Edelman (On sale!!) // Jeans – AG
Beanie – Phase 3 // Watch – Marc Bale
Bracelet – The Peach Box
Nails by Lacquer
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Photos by Melissa Glynn Everyone who knows me understands why I always wear my hair straight. I literally cannot get my hair to hold a curl for longer than 5 minutes to save my life… HORRIBLE! I want those super cute beachy waves that I keep seeing on all of my friends and fellow blogger pals! But I just stare in envy, wishing I had cool hair. Sad face. Anyway, I figured after cutting 9″ off a few months back that my hair would actually hold a curl a little better since all of that weight is gone. And sure enough… Martha Lynn worked her magic with some help from Living Proof and, BAM, I had curls!! For more than half the day! HOORAY!!! I’ll give you the Cliff Notes on this super simple, everyday curls tutorial. See the entire step-by-step HERE on the Living Proof Blog. We sprayed Instant Texture throughout her dry hair and then blew it out so it would have some grip and texture. Spray Flex on each section of hair (I’m using long vertical sections about 1-2 inches wide here). Make sure you are heating up the entire strand of hair. Most women start the curling iron at the bottom and then roll it all the way up to the root. The curls will look borderline “Clara” from the Nutcracker at first. But trust me – once you run your fingers through your hair and brush it a little, the curls will settle into perfectly natural curls waves (and they’ll last!). We finished the look by flipping her part to a deep side part to create volume on top and touched up the curls throughout the crown by wrapping small strands of hair around the barrel. Outfit Details: “Before” Sweater – JOA // “After” Sweater – H&M (Similar HERE) Jeans – AG // Shoes – Sbicca (Comes in 4 colors!) Products – Instant Texture and Flex
3 Steps to Curls That Last
Step 1 – Prep hair
Step 2 – Apply Heat
Step 3 – Size up
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