As I previously mentioned, I’m really loving hats this fall. Besides obviously keeping you warm, hats are a stylish statement piece! Here are the six styles I’m loving for this fall.
J.Crew nailed it with this fun twist on the classic baseball hat – made of 100% wool, not canvas. It’ll keep your head nice and toasty while you look tomboy-chic.
A classic camel-colored fedora is a wardrobe staple this fall! It looks great paired with jeans and leather jacket for a casual-cool vibe.
This hat is so cozy you’ll never want to take it off! Wear it on those extra chillllllly days for a look that’s super stylish and functional.
So Parisian-chic! Pair this jaunty chapeau with a red peacoat and complete your look with a faux fur collar for a style that’s elegant and festive.
A floppy wool hat in a lovely color looks great paired with a light gray boucle coat, tights, and suede heels.
This hat looks sharp and can instantly dress up even the most casual of outfits! Try it with your coziest sweater and skinny jeans for instant fall style.
Which hat will you rock this fall?
XO, J
P.S. Check out my Instagram to see how I styled #2 and #6!
Lipstick can be a tricky beast to master. Do I apply it right out of the tube? Matte or glossy?Should I buy the long-wear formula (and what should I do when I can’t get the darn stuff off)? Lipstick also has the tendency to smear, bleed, and fade throughout the day. I wear bright lipstick at least a few times a week and have finally found the secret to making it look really good (with minimal touch-ups) all day.
My secret weapon: clear lip liner. Like most women, I figured that lip liner was an unnecessary step and skipped it in my daily routine. I thought it was such a chore, not to mention a waste of money, to buy a coordinated lip liner for every lip color I owned. In fact, I didn’t even know clear lip liner existed until my last visit to Sephora.
Like a base coat for your nails, lip liner gives the pigments in the lipstick something to adhere to. Use it to not only line your lips but also fill them in completely (very important!). Lipstick application will be smoother and the color will have extended longevity. By using clear lip liner, your matte lipstick will no longer flake off in patches (anyone who has worn matte lipstick knows what I’m talking about). Also, since the lip liner is colorless, you can use it for every lipstick shade you own! Try it out and let me know what you think, gals!
XO, J
P.S. I apply my lipstick straight from the tube, prefer matte over glossy, and never buy the long-wear formula because I am afraid that it won’t come off!
Listen up, gals: it’s time to talk dirty. Wanna know my dirtiest secret? I don’t wash my hair very often. Now, before you get any crazy ideas, let’s be clear – I shower daily. When I tell people I only wash my hair twice a week, sometimes they assume I only shower twice a week, too (umm… ???). At first it took some getting used to, but I’ve actually grown to prefer the texture of my second and third day hair. If you think you’re ready to join the club and give up the incessant hair washing, keep reading to find out all the dirty details!
Dry shampoo will become your best friend. Focusing on the front hairline and crown, spray the dry shampoo on your roots right before you hit the sheets. You’ll wake up to really awesome, voluminous bedhead the next morning. Spritz on a little more before heading out the door and you’re good! I’m currently loving Suave Keratin Infusion Dry Shampoo. It works beautifully and smells amazing (BONUS: it’s also super affordable).
You’re actually protecting your hair. By not washing your hair daily, you’re allowing the natural oils from your scalp to moisturize and nourish your strands. This becomes especially important in the upcoming dry, winter months. Also, by not washing every day you are therefore, by default, not heat styling every day. Your hair will thank you!
Buy a shower cap. Sorry gals, there’s no way around this one. You may look like one of the Golden Girls, but a shower cap is an absolute necessity for anyone skipping shampoo. Steam and water droplets from your shower can cause frizziness and extra greasiness. Also, due to the lingering steam in the bathroom, don’t forget to leave it on even after you’ve stepped out of the shower. Just buck up and buy one at Target for like $3 and you can thank me later.
Braids and topknots just look so much better. Don’t even bother trying to make a braid or topknot look good with clean hair – it just doesn’t work. Clean hair is much too slippery with too many flyaways. Dirty hair holds a style better and allows you to play around with texture (if you can’t tell, I really love hair with texture). You can also tease and curl to your heart’s content and it won’t fall out in three seconds!
It just plain saves time. When it comes down to it, would I rather spend an hour blowdrying/curling/styling my hair or sitting on the couch catching up on seasons 5-8 of Dexter? Yup, no contest. You guys, I’m sooo lazy I can’t even be bothered most of the time.
In a pinch, a hat always saves the day. If you haven’t noticed from my Instagram feed, I’m really loving hats this fall. They cover up greasy roots juuust fine. Plus, they always make you look super stylish and put-together. Win-win.
Are you ready to try it out? Let me know in the comments section below!
If you gals are anything like me, your closet space is pretty limited (hello apartment living!). Trying to cram all of your clothing into a tiny closet can lead to your clothes getting wrinkled, lost, and forgotten about. These five tips will help you maximize your closet space and make getting dressed in the morning a little easier!
1. Invest in Huggable Hangers: These thin, lightweight hangers are a space-saving dream. They’re covered in a soft velvet that prevents those little slinky numbers from slipping, too. By using coordinated hangers, your closet becomes instantly more organized looking. It may sound kind of silly to replace all of your hangers, but it makes a huge difference. Trust.
2. Organize by color: Organizing your closet by color will transform it. Before I did this, I felt like I was constantly digging through the same clothes and wearing the same three things. When I reorganized by color I was suddenly able to make new outfits that I had never thought of before. Organizing by color is a way to find new appreciation in the clothing that you currently own but hardly wear. Your closet will look extremely organized and even beautiful.
3. Store long dresses and skirts on the sides: This one is pretty basic but it makes sense. By storing the floor-length garments (maxi dresses, gowns) off to the sides and shorter garments in the middle (tops, short skirts) you are able to see your shoes (or anything else you store on the bottom of your closet) unobstructed!
4. Take inventory: Sort through what you already own and figure out what you’re missing. Do you own three black sweaters? Are you missing a pretty floral skirt? By purging the excess and filling the gaps, you can build a more well-rounded and complete wardrobe.
5. Eliminate excess: Be honest with yourself – if you haven’t worn a piece of clothing in over a year (with the exception of really fancy dresses), it’s time to get rid of it. Maybe it doesn’t fit right, has a stain, or is torn. A year is plenty of time to wear a piece of clothing; if you haven’t worn it, don’t hold onto it.
There are a lot of seriously good deals going on lately. Today’s deal is brought to you by Groupon, who is currently selling Clarisonic-compatible replacement brush heads at a serious discount. Those of you who use the Clarisonic know that the replacement heads don’t come cheap ($25 each!). This Groupon deal is offering a two-pack for $9.99! As you know, Groupon deals don’t last forever so take advantage while you can and stock up!
Gals, I’ve found it. I’ve found the holy grail all boot-lovers seek: a high-quality yet affordably-priced leather boot. Meet the Seychelles Orchestra II boot. They’re real leather and they’re under $100! I stumbled across these babies tonight while browsing Gilt (they’re totally overpriced on Gilt, by the way) and I immediately Googled them to find reviews. Lo and behold, Amazon is selling them for (wait for it…) only $85. Do you know how hard it is to find a pair of boots that won’t fall apart instantly while also not declaring bankruptcy in the process? A real leather, high-quality boot with great reviews for only $85 is not something one comes across every day. I’ve already ordered a pair for myself (in black!) and I can’t wait for them to arrive. I’ll be wearing mine with leggings, skirts, dresses, and skinny jeans this fall! You need to buy yourself a pair of these boots (immediately).
XO, J
P.S. The reviews that I read recommend sizing up half a size because the boots run small (gotta make room for cozy socks!). Also, sign up for Amazon’s Shoe Subscription emails and get 20% off and free shipping! My boots were reduced to $67.
J.Crew nailed it with this fun twist on the classic baseball hat – made of 100% wool, not canvas. It’ll keep your head nice and toasty while you look tomboy-chic.
