This blog post documents my hair journey from my natural color of strawberry blonde to platinum blonde, silver gray and then rose gold. While I do like my natural shade of red, I definitely got bored after having the same hair color my entire life and I wanted to mix it up. There's a thrill you get when going platinum, like you've got a new spring in your step!
I will admit that I was very naive about this process before I got started and I learned a lot of lessons along the way. Hopefully you’re doing a bit research so that you’ll find yourself better prepared than I did.
Read on to see my top tips on how to dye your hair platinum blonde while minimizing the damage to your hair. I also go into detail about how to care for platinum hair and using platinum as a base for other trendy pastel colors.
One of my favorite trending styles is the new re-vamp of the wrap skirt. It’s such an easy piece to style and fits well on so many body types. These skirts transition easily from Spring to Summer, and you’ll get so much wear out of them. These skirts are perfect for both vacations and everyday wear, even for Sunday brunching!
Flowy boho style dresses are a pregnant woman’s best friend during the spring and summers of pregnancy. They are so easy to wear when you’ve got a big baby bump and you can continue to wear them for postpartum and beyond. These dresses are so versatile and a closet staple for sure, you can wear them to all kinds of events or just around the house. Not to mention that you’ll feel like a Greek goddess in all her glory.
When you’re pregnant getting dressed can be a daily challenge. Your body is growing and changing every few weeks, and you’re probably feeling pretty uncomfortable as well. Maternity clothes can be pretty expensive and you may not want to spend a bundle on maternity pieces you’re only planning to wear for 9 months.
Most of the dress styles in this blog post you can wear throughout pregnancy, during postpartum, and even into your new years of motherhood. The cuts are very forgiving around the waist and hips, giving you plenty of room for your baby bump.
One of the best ways to brighten up cold and rainy days is with your favorite cheerful rain gear. My closet has a few rain shower staples, and in the winter and springtime I wear them often. These raincoats and wellie boots are both stylish and practical - keeping you dry and comfortable.
For all the guys and gals out there with sensitive skin like myself, you may experience negative skin reactions to certain metals such as nickel and possibly even silver. Metal allergies are fairly common and can result in red, swollen and itchy skin, which is medically known as contact dermatitis.
I have never been able to wear any earrings that contain even trace amounts of nickel. Many earrings that are labelled “sterling silver”, “nickel free” or “hypoallergenic” can still legally contain up to 5% nickel mixed into the metal. Other metals to avoid are surgical steel, copper, rhodium and any plated gold jewelry. For people with metal allergies, the best way to go is solid gold. Solid gold is also very lightweight and doesn’t stretch the skin which can also be a cause for irritation.
At this point I’ve been through pregnancy and postpartum twice with my two babies. And while each time was different and had its own challenges, there definitely were some similarities that most women experience.
Getting dressed both when pregnant and in the postpartum months can quite honestly be frustrating. You’re dealing with weight gain, bloating, aches and pains, heavy bleeding and nursing. There’s a lot going on!
I highly recommend building a capsule wardrobe that can accommodate all these needs and make you feel comfortable. During the postpartum phase you’ll pretty much do anything to make yourself feel a little better and cute clothes can do the trick!
Every year Pinterest comes out with the highly anticipated Pinterest Predicts report which provides valuable insight into up and coming trends for the next 12 months. There’s almost always a hair trend report, and for 2022 Pinterest has reported that Rebel Cuts and Colors is the newest hair movement to hit the mainstream population. This means that a rainbow of bright, colorful and pastel shades will be showing up in the tresses of fashion forward folks.
For myself, my hair color journeys have included platinum blonde, purple lavender, silver gray and rose gold pink. This blog post is filled with useful information and tips to help you decide on your next wild child color.
Every year I anxiously await the autumn season so I can bust out my favorite plaid shirts. They’re everything a gal needs - flattering, soft, comfortable and versatile. Pretty much fashion magic! There’s all kinds of plaid prints and color combos, making it way to easy to end up with a closet full of plaid.
Finding the shirt with the best fit for your body is important, especially since you know you’re going to be living in it all of fall. The plaid shirts I’ve selected in the below shopping guide have that modern cut and fit we’re looking for.
Styling an oversized wardrobe item like a poncho or a cape can feel overwhelming because it is such a statement piece. The challenge is to still keep a flattering shape and not look overly frumpy. When this look is achieved just right, it really has all those autumn and wintery vibes we love. Plus it will keep you super warm and cozy!