I would be going for a cruise for the New Years, it is a 8 day cruise to Bahamas and I have been looking forward for it like forever! When I was planning my look, I wanted something different from just shorts and swim wear ! (Which also I am going to have), but wanted my “Day Look” to be dressy too 
So here is a Chic Day look for a cruise or any Summer Holiday Stay !
Let me know What you think and stay tuned for more looks !
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Getting the perfect blow out from a salon is time-consuming enough, so attempting it at home can be even more tedious. So here are some pointers for a lasting and sleek blow out.
Things You will Need:
1. A detangler or hair mist
2. Volumising Mouse/spray or gel (modify according to your hair type)
3. A Paddle Brush or Round Brush
4. A blow dryer with a Nozzle and a diffuser
5. Hair Clips
6. Hair protectant serum or spray
7. Shine spray or setting spray.
Step 1.
After your shower, spritz your hair with the serum or spray and lightly rough dry your hair in warm setting for a few minutes. PS: I like to air dry it for as long 5 or 10 minutes while I put on moisturizer or anything else, less heat is always good.
Step 2.
When your hair is still damp but not wet use the styling mousse. Chose as per your hair type. I have thin hair so I go for a volumising mousse or Bumble and Bumble Thickening spray. Thick hair can use wax or pomade but otherwise use lighter products.
Step 3.
Divide hair into sections and clip it away. I like to do the front sections of the hair first as it tends to dry out faster. Use a round brush and hold the hair straight,the key to get a frizz free blow out is to point the nozzle of the dryer downwards. If you want a more wavy look, you could use the diffuser instead of a nozzle. Rotate the brush underneath the ends as you dry — this will leave them looking smooth, not brittle. The more you pull with your brush as you dry, the longer your blowout will last.
Repeat for the remaining sections of hair starting from the bottom.
If you like to add a slight curl or wave at the ends of your hair, use the round brush to curl hair into the shape and angle of your choice and dry each part until thoroughly dry.
Set with a finishing spray or shine spray !
Some Important Tips:
Fringe Finesse:
For an unruly fringe not sitting correctly due to a cowlick, blow dry fringe in the opposite direction. This will give root lift and settle the cowlick and allow hair to be more settled when placed back in its normal position.
Beat the Frizz:
To avoid frizzy hair always blow dry down and never up. By blow-drying down you will smooth all the cuticles the one way avoiding fuzz.
Detangle First:
Use a wide tooth comb and comb it through first before you start actually drying your hair. Directly using the brush on wet hair can pull and break hair too.
Keep the Dryer on Warm settings:
Drying hair on warm setting and drying will cause less damage in the long run than in hot setting. When you are almost done drying a section switch to cold setting and this will freeze the style.
Hope you enjoyed the post ! What are your tricks to a lasting blow out ?
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I was reading one of my fav blogs Belle on the Boulevard ( an amazing blog on fashion and more, be sure to check it out). Today her post was on Riley an adorable girl, who makes a damn good point on why should all the girls have to buy princess and it is pink? Why not the Super Heroes.Hey! Riley wants to know why girls have to buy pink? (check it out here)
The smartest thing about this is that she answers it herself , saying we are “tricked” (in her own words) to believe we want pink!!!
Super Cute Video !
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snake-skin handbags and shoes have been luxury fashion favourites for years. Now snake-skin nails are the next big thing. Terri Silacci, from Monterey, California, uses discarded skins, which are naturally shed by the animals, with a gel manicure to create more than 150 hues and designs !!! The designs do look good .. but still …Yikes ! And it cost you anywhere from USD 150 to 300.
So what do you think of it? Would you get a snake print on your nails? I know I would never dream of it ( but it is because I have a pathological fear of the snakes .eee…)
Some say it is a Holiday favorite Already !!
Check this video for more information!
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The holiday season’s means family reunions and well loads of parties ! And who does not like to be perfectly coiffed for every function. Meaning styling products, blow dryers, and pomade! Dont let me fright you off, go right ahead to your styling appointment because I have a perfect solution that actually works.
Apple Cider Vinegar rinse:
Apple Cider vinegar will help regulate the PH balance of your scalp, reduce build-up of products and helps fight dandruff. So when you know you are using a lot of products it is great to cleanse your scalp every 15 days with a rinse. Also, it is safe to use for chemically treated hair and leaves your hair squeaky clean. It is basically a detox for your hair.
The Basic Recipe:
Take 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar with 2 cups water and rinse through your hair. Let sit for 20-30 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Or just use it as a final rinse after shampooing.
Make it better:
For dandruff and flaky scalp, adding 2 drops of tea tree oil to your bi weekly rinse will help sooth irritated scalp and fights dandruff.
Make it a mask:
Mash it well and use at as a mask on clean hair, cover with a shower cap and leave for 30 minutes. Repeat every 15 days.
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A party with friends during the holiday season is given ! I have combined my love for sequins and blazers to create this look which is my New Year Look to welcome 2012 !!
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Here are some of my favorite Holiday Nail Inspirations ( I found so many it was hard to decide on any one !!!)
My top Xmas Nail Art
Source: nail design info.com
Top Winter Nail Art
Source: nailsmag.com
Party Nail Arts !
So What do you think of these ? I love them all and wish I could be so creative as these nail art maestro’s !! Dont let that stop you from trying them out and let me know ! share your styles too !!
I was going through Beautylish and found some real fun and fruity nail ideas that I had to share. It is cool and quirky not something all of us would like to pull off ! Check them out too !!
Source: Beautylish
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Kate dazzles the military celebrations in a Velvet Black Strapless Alexander McQueen creation. So much has been said and discussed already about the dress and the belle in the dress that I think the pictures more than suffice !
To any Royal fan, the dress must have brought back memories of the Late Princess Diane in a similar Midnight blue velvet gown worn to the White House on 1987 (dancing the night away with John Travolta).
Comparisons are inevitable to the Late Princess Diane but a surprising comparison the British Papers have now discovered (otherwise forgotten) is to compare the derriere with lil sis Pippa Middleton!
The verdict of the Derriere Rivalry : Kate does her lunges too
The holidays are here its time to bump up on the glow! Here are some of my favorite tricks to get that just before your big event.
1. My Most favorite Honey:
It barely takes a minute to rub some honey onto your face and neck, let it dry and wash it off to glowing skin. Continue with your make up routine in 10 minutes, and notice that your make up will look more flawless!
2. Yogurt and Tomato Juice:
This is a mask for dry skin with pigmentation or scars. Mix 1 teaspoon of yogurt with a little tomato juice and keep it on till it dries, wash off pat dry for smooth skin (and redness that is reduced). The skin is prepped well to keep your make up to look great. This mask can be used daily for maximum results.
3. Gram Flour and Yogurt Cleanser:
Cleanse your face with a mix of gram flour and yogurt, leave it on and wash off in 5 minutes. Gram flour cleanses from deep within while the yogurt keeps your skin moisturized. You could even add a drop of honey into it for a great glow.
Try these just before your guest arrive or before you are ready to hit the town!
Let me know what you think of these !
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Party All Day Long !
Day Glam Look:
Look 2:
The Killer Blacks!!
All the stylings are courtsey Dorothy Perkins Magazine ! and you should really check it out !! It has got everything you want for less !
