Jessica Alba Look for Less <$102

I still just can't get enough of colored denim and I am loving these fun lilac pair Jessica Alba is sporting. Its the perfect fall outfit with a comfy sweater and suede booties, it goes to show that lilac isn't just a spring color, its a way to brighten up fall too!

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Reese Witherspoon Look For Less < $125

Here is a classic look on Reese that can be easily recreated.   You more then likely have most of these pieces in your closet already!

Source: poshprepster.tumblr.com via Jackie on Pinterest

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Friday's Film: Puffy Braids

We had a request from one of our Facebook followers that we do some of our basic videos to help those that are a bit newer to the hair scene.  :)  Here is a video of one of our favorites, the Puffy Braid:

I hope that helps make it a bit easier for you.

 Here is the finished hairstyle.  You can use all the hair and create one large Puffy Braid as well instead of separating it into two halves.

Here is the top view that shows how all of our parts are uniform coming off of that main center part.  

This is a side view so that you can see a bit better how we were sectioning the sides of the head.

 Finish it off by adding some fun hair accessories.

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• Living After Midnite is showing us the difference between polka dots and animal spots! Paired with a fab green bag, this is one cute look! (find Living After Midnite on Twitter!)
• Peach Gingham is rocking some colorful printed pants and pairing them with even more color in her shoes! Love this look - a must see! (find Peach Gingham on Twitter!)
• The Glossy Life shows us how to make our own Kate Spade inspired dishes - head over for the rundown on this easy and glamorous DIY! (find The Glossy Life on Twitter!)
• Olive and an Arrow is gearing up for Halloween by incorporating a few spooky symbols into her wardrobe - a stylish way to be festive! Go check it out! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
• My Fashionlate Life is shelling out ideas for a celebrity inspired Halloween costume - pop over to check out who it is and how easy it is to recreate! (find My Fashionlate Life on Twitter!)
• Miss Top Ten Image is keeping it simple in a matchy matchy monochromatic look - a lovely break from of all of the pattern mixing this season! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
• Urban Frill adds some masculinity to a frilly ruffled tunic with a closet staple - the denim jacket! It really does go with everything! (find Urban Frill on Twitter!)
• Rachel Coletta found a new favorite sweater that is long, comfortable and has pockets - what more could you ask for? Pop over to see where she found it! (find Rachel Coletta on Twitter!)
• My Thrifty Chic plays with color and pairs purple and red for a sassy unexpected look! You also have to go read about the hooker hotel! I know you are curious! (find My Thrifty Chic on Twitter!)
• Lipstick and Lollies dresses warm for a day of bicycling around the city! A perfect casual fall look with lots of color!
• Bon Chic Bon Gastronomique keeps it casual in neutrals but adds in some fun color with a gorgeous statement necklace! So cute! (find Bon Chic Bon Gastronomique on Twitter!)
• Glitzy Blues is ready for gameday in her team's colors, but this is no typical tailgating outfit! Such a stylish look with tons of school pride! (find Glitzy Blues on Twitter!)
• Fashion Fixation is carrying neon into fall and makes quite the statement with lime green and hot pink - so fun! (find Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
• Second Street East fell in love with the black and white tile in a beautiful bathroom and is using it as inspiration for an outfit and a room look! Lots of great pieces to choose from! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
• Sweetie Pie Style is dishing out tips on how to make our skirts work for fall! Head over for an easy to follow formula and to see what key pieces help this warm weather staple transition to cooler temps! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)

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Victoria Beckham Look for Less <$120

I love seeing Victoria Beckham in a chic casual look a little different than her more dressed up chic-ness (she's always chic no matter what!) Pair a fun sweater with a collared shirt underneath and add some wide-legged jeans and you have a chic on the go look!

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Halloween Favorites

It's getting close to Halloween and we have several fun hairstyles just right for this fun time!  You can click on the label over on our sidebar called "Halloween" for the full collection but here are some of our favorites.  Simply click on the name underneath the picture and it will take you right to the original post.  Happy Haunting!

The Mummy

Dancing Skeletons

Candy Corn

Spider Web

Haunted Hairstyle

Spider Rings

Monster Eyes

The Great Pumpkin

The Coffin

Pumpkin Patch

Ashley Greene Look for Less < $112

Is it still warm enough to wear shorts where you are? I love that this outfit is PERFECT for fall... even with the shorts.  If it's not warm enough for shorts...  a corduroy skirt (like this one) would be an adorable option instead.  I love this Ashley Greene!

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Bridesmaids Hairstyles Trends

When it comes to your wedding planning you have many things to think about but you also have to consider your bridesmaids who will all have different hair lengths. So you also have to consider bridesmaids hairstyles trends 2013 so that they don't look old fashioned unless that is the look you are going for with your entire wedding theme. If that is the case, then you probably don't want them all wear the same hair style. But you do want them to all have a similar appearance so you could have them wear matching sparkly hair clips or small floral headpieces on or entwined in their hair.

With bridesmaids hairstyles trends 2013 you don't want them to have to be worrying whether their hair is going to fall down or that pins will come out of it just as you don't want to worry about your own hairstyle falling apart. So try to keep their hair style simple. If they are wearing it up, make sure the bridesmaids hairstyles trends 2013 follow the sleek looks of the year or the frothy styles that are also part of the bridesmaids hairstyles trends 2013. Romantic works for bridesmaids too so try these styles for a romantic looking wedding party.

Gwyneth Paltrow Look For Less < $135

I'm so predictable, picking out another gray on gray outfit (remember Jessica Alba's?).  I can't help myself, it just draws me in for some reason!

Source: usmagazine.com via Jackie on Pinterest

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Blazer, denim, scarf, booties

Friday's Film: Double Fancy French Wraps

After our post on Wednesday we had a lot of feedback and everyone said the same thing, "We need a video!"  :)  (You can find that original post here.) We decided to create a bit of a new hairstyle out of the same thing so we created two wraps to switch it up a little but the concept is the exact same. 

I tried to avoid the spotlight because it causes so many shadows but it still seems dark.  I'm working to fix this problem in the future!  Hopefully you can still get the general idea.

Here is what the finished Double Fancy French Wrap looks like.

Here's a view of the "French" part where the hair has been added in.

This is what the top of the style looks like.

Here's a closer view of the wraps and they look nice but I have to say that I prefer the look of the wraps when the style is done in single form as opposed to double.  A thicker ponytail looks a bit better.  This is still nice though.  :)  

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• Lipstick and Lollies is sporting the epitome of a fall outfit - boots, denim and layers. There is even some stripe on stripe action going on! So cute!
• Sweetest Somethings isn't letting the cold weather dull her wardrobe choices - lots of fun bright colors in this chic look! (find Sweetest Somethings on Twitter!)
• Olivia Moone is finally able to wear a sweater this season and makes a bold color choice! And don't forget to check out her shoes - perfect all year long! (find Olivia Moone on Twitter!)
• Everyday with a Redhead recreated a J.Crew look that is perfect for the office! No boring black suits here - tons of color and a little leopard!
• Lily Says Go goes all out in the color of the season! Head over to find out how she mixes different shades of burgundy for a fabulous look! (find Lily Says Go on Twitter!)
• Living After Midnite is mixing animal prints for a wild but polished look! Go check out what small detail she is mixing with a fab leopard blouse! Love! (find Living After Midnite on Twitter!)
• Peach Gingham is mixing prints and balancing it out with denim and leather. Throw in some fun jewels and this is one awesome look! (find Peach Gingham on Twitter!)
• Ash 'n' Fashn is starting to mix in some new fall pieces with her summer favorites - head over to see how she is pulling off lace this late in the game! So cute! (find Ash 'n' Fashn on Twitter!)
• The Glossy Life is showing us an easy new hairdo to try at home - the braid is back! Pop over for the full rundown! (find The Glossy Life on Twitter!)
• Olive and an Arrow is rocking her favorite cold weather staple - the blazer! She also has some tips on how to stock your closet with this essential - go check them out! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
• Miss Top Ten Image throws on a tweed jacket and statement pearls for an instant sophisticated look - and the color combo is seriously fabulous! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
• Urban Frill is pulling out the pencil skirt for a few busy weeks ahead! Love how she paired it with tights and flats - a great fall look! (find Urban Frill on Twitter!)
• Rachel Coletta is on a boots and tights kick lately and is pairing them with a plaid mini skirt this week - so cute! And you'll never believe where she found her boots! (find Rachel Coletta on Twitter!)
• Second Street East is taking inspiration for a room and outfit from a mexican blanket - so many possible color combos! Head over to check out her finds on her new site! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
• Sweetie Pie Style shares her top picks for one of fall's must have items - the contrast sleeve jacket! There is something for everyone! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)

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Fancy French Wrap

This style looks amazing and the best part is that it's SO SIMPLE!  Start with wet hair for the best results.

Begin by sectioning out the top half of the hair from ear to ear and pulling it into a ponytail.  (You should literally have half of the hair in this ponytail.)  Make sure your ponytail is nice and smooth.

Now section out two small areas on each side of the ponytail - underneath that secured top half.  Cross the two sides over the top of your ponytail and then around and underneath it.  Continue wrapping those strands around the ponytail until you get down to the bottom where you will secure it with one small elastic.  Now Grab two more small areas on each side of the ponytail, just below your previous ones and repeat the wrapping steps. 

 Be careful in your placement of the wraps.  You want your new warps to lie directly above your previous wraps to get the desired look at the end.  Once you have wrapped those two new strands all the way down to the bottom of the ponytail,  Secure it in place with another small elastic.  (Or you can just reuse your previous elastic.)  

 Now grab your remaining loose hair on each side of the ponytail and create one final layer of wraps going down the ponytail.  Secure that at the bottom with one final elastic.  We added a small ribbon on our first elastic but you can decorate the hair with any accessories you like.  :) 

Nina Dobrev Look for Less < $135

A little "red" dress!?!? I love how simple and stylish this look is...

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Nikki Reed Look for Less <$115

Loving this laid back look from Nikki Reed. This gal really knows how to spice up a plain white button down and jeans with fun shoes, leopard clutch and triangle necklace!

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Long Knot Puffy Braids

Thanks for being patient with us while we took a couple weeks off.  We have had family in town and lots of school and extracurricular activities going on.  We are excited to get back to posting some hairstyles and our first one is called "Long Knot Puffy Braids". 

 Start with wet hair and divide it in half  by creating a part directly down the middle of the head.  Now make a small section at the front of the head on each side of the part.  Combine each of those sections into a small elastic so that you now have two small ponytails - one on each side of the part.  Take those two ponytails and do the first step of tying your shoelace - take one over the other and pull it through so that the ponytails have created a twist and are now on the opposite sides from which they started.  

Have your princess hold those two strands while you sections out two new areas.  (Right below your previous two.  Add the ponytail on the right side in with that new section on the right and secure it with an elastic.  Do the same on the left side as well. 

Now take your two new ponytails and just repeat the steps.  

Continue creating new sections of hair down to the bottom of the head.  You will finish with two final ponytails.  

Olivia Palermo Look For Less < $130

Olivia is rocking all the fall trends at once here in this look: burgundy, a contrast sleeve jacket and pointed cap toe pumps! Love it!

Source: rdujour.com via Jackie on Pinterest

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denim, burgundy tee, jacket (this trench is great too!), necklace, pumps

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Happy Friday!  Have a great weekend and be sure to check out these great links!

• The Double Take Girls spiced up her little black dress with a splash of lime! Also makes it cool weather friendly - a win win! (find The Double Take Girls on Twitter!)
• Citrus Refreshing Fashion updated the hippy look with a little chevron! The perfect mix of old and new! So cute! 
• My Thrifty Chic went glam for her anniversary on a major budget! Sequins are definitely the best way to celebrate - especially for such a great price!  (find My Thrifty Chic on Twitter!)
• Lipstick and Lollies is breaking out of her shell to pair three trends into one look - neon, colored pants and sequins! She nailed it! 
• Sweetest Somethings looks divine in blue suede shoes and a blue skirt - keeping it simple for a monochromatic look! (find Sweetest Somethings on Twitter!)
• Olivia Moone is taking cues from menswear and sporting a tie! Pop over to see how she styled this adorable look! (find Olivia Moone on Twitter!)
• Everyday with a Redhead is giving the "other" animal print a little love! A zebra sweater is a fall must-have! Check out her cute jewels, too!
• Lily Says Go shows us how to dress for a fall wedding - wool, tights and lots of color! Love this look! (find Lily Says Go on Twitter!)
• Living After Midnite isn't giving up on bare legs just yet! Head over to see how she is making her summer wardrobe work for the cooler temps!
• Peach Gingham is rocking some seriously fab leopard shoes! They might just be the perfect Fall wedge! (find Peach Gingham on Twitter!)
• Ash 'n' Fashn found a gem in the kid's aisle at Target! This might just change the way we all shop - go check it out! (find Ash 'n' Fashn on Twitter!)
• The Glossy Life is taking us through a quick and fun Halloween project! This is the fanciest pumpkin I have seen - a must! (find The Glossy Life on Twitter!)
• Olive and an Arrow has a new favorite color and she looks amazing in it! Head over to see how she is sporting her number one hue! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
• Second Street East found a gorgeous painting to use as the inspiration for her upcoming bedroom remodel! So colorful! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
• Sweetie Pie Style shares five sweet treats for under $25 - a whole outfit worth! Such great finds! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)

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Olivia Palermo Look for Less <$95

While the weather isn't quite cold enough here in the south for this outfit from Olivia Palermo, I can't wait for a big coldfront to come through so I can copy it! I love the cute ankle motorcycle boots paired with the fur vest--cold weather perfection!

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Charlize Theron Look for Less < $140

I've really been wanting to try a pair of leather (pleather) pants so I love to see how Charlize Theron styled her leather pants with a big cozy sweater. This is totally a "do" able look!

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Emma Stone Look for Less <$80

Perfect casual fall look from Emma Stone and everything is less than $80! My chambray shirt is a serious staple year round but you can make it a little more fall with some suede flats and a super chic floppy hat!

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