#TeamNatural All the Way! Check out this Great Top Knot Tutorial for Natural Hair

There are so many hairstyles you can pull off with natural hair. We have even highlighted some of them in previous editions and I must say this is definitely one for the bookmarks. This hairstyle is your basic top knot, but what is so special about it’s the details on the top knot. It has some twists, needs minimal material and will literally take about 10-15 minutes.

Here is what you will need:

 -A Hair Brush

 -Bobby Pins

 -A Wide Toothed Comb

 -A Tail Comb

 -Mousse

 -Leave-in Conditioner

 -An Elastic Hair Rope (you can use a shoe lace as an alternative)

How To

Step 1

Brush your hair upwards with the hair brush and pull slightly upwards while brushing. You could add in some leave-in conditioner now to untangle the hair.

Step 2

Place the hair rope or shoe lace at the nape of your hair and wrap it to the front of your head. After you have done this, slightly push the rope upward while pulling the string tighter to keep the hair in place. When you have gotten to about 2 inches away from your forehead, stop pushing the string and tie it securely.

Step 3

Section the hair in the middle of your head out. Add a little leave-in conditioner to the section and make a loose twist. Do the same to the remaining part of the hair but this time securing the ends with a bobby pin and pinning it to the original section in the middle of your head.

Step 4

After the twists are done all over, take off the hair string and brush the hair again. Then apply some mousse to the edges and brush again. Then reapply the hair string as stated in Step 2.

And that is it. A simple top knot. Be sure to share this with your friends so you don’t look fabulous alone and let us know what you think of the tutorial. Have a fab week.

 

The Michael Kors Spring 2014 RTW Collection is More Than Ready to Wear

The Michael Kors Spring 2014 RTW Collection is fun, flirty, and bold. Find your favorite gear from this year’s show today.

Michael Kors and the term “ready to wear” simply go hand in hand. One could say if you mention Michael Kors’ name, women are immediately looking for something to wear by him. I would not be surprised if order requests were being sent out via mobile devices and photos as this collection made its way down the runway. “Hey Michael, can you customize this outfit for me, I am sitting on the front row at your show at New York Fashion Week, taking a photo of the one I want right now.” “A softer attitude…the juxtaposition of sport if and romantic…sharply tailored meets soft and fluid,” stated Michael, in reference to the collection.




What I love the most about the collection is that Michael Kors knows that women cannot bear to wait until it warms up to wear pieces from his collection. He threw us a bone by expanding the collection to include cold weather clothing as well. You could call this collection the Michael Kors, Ready to Wear- Year Around Collection. It is daring with flamboyant sheers that reveal all from head to toe. On the same note, the collection had its tame moments that would allow you to wear the garments to work without batting an eye. The collection offers sensational variety and high-waist swimwear that you will love. The swimwear prints are more than delightful, they are addictive. The Michael Kors Spring 2014 RTW Collection is awesome and is sure to please any style lover, near and far.
 

Fashion and beauty trends you needed to ditch yesterday



You thought it was a good idea at the time...



I both love and hate the wonderfully fickle world of fashion and beauty. Most trends have me rolling my eyes and wondering who the heck buys into this stuff!!! Once in a while a trend grabs my attention and has me daydreaming about ways to integrate it into my wardrobe or makeup collection. Either way, I think it's fun and interesting to keep an eye on what new fashion and beauty trends pop up. But it's very important to not fall victim to unflattering and just plain silly trends.

Here is my list of fashion and beauty trends that you should have ditched yesterday...

Why? Please someone explain this to me?

Ditch: Harem Pants

I am particularly horrified by Harem pants, aka Hammer pants, aka droopy drawers. Believe me, I am all about having a personal style, and I wear some pretty eccentric clothes. But let's look at this objectively, Harem pants just aren't flattering on anyone. I really wish my legs looked like 6 inch pegs and I look like I have on a diaper said no one ever in history!!

 

Trade em' in for: Chic track pants

Tailored, yet still comfy chic track pants are a much more flattering option. You can wear them during the day with flats or sneakers and glam them up for evening with sexy heels. How to pull off the look...

-Keep the fit close to your body, but not overly tight.

-Look for styles with interesting details and fabrics. I especially love printed and beaded versions.

-Pay attention to your body. Be mindful of "muffin-top" and pockets that puff out on the hips.

-Pair them with an elegant top that shows a little skin.

 

 

 

Ditch: Clunky platform booties

These ugly booties definitely had a fashion moment. There was a few months where I couldn't find a website, blog or magazine that wasn't featuring some "It Girl" wearing her Jeffrey Campbell Lita's. I was never on the bandwagon. They seemed like a rip-off of every pair of shoes David Bowie wore in the 70's. And to be perfectly frank, they are just plain ugly. They make your feet look like big, clunky hooves and unless you have the gazelle-like calves of a supermodel, I am certain your legs look like tree stumps. Sorry 'bout it.

 

Trade em' in for: Kitten Heels with personality

Your lower back and ankles can breathe a sigh of relief. After endless seasons of 5-inch mega platforms, dainty kitten heels seem so fresh and modern. But let's be clear, these aren't your Granny's heels. The modern kittens have cool details like studs, laser cut-outs and layered straps. Just because your lower the heels doesn't mean you sacrifice sex appeal. A woman who can walk confidently, dance all night and not complain about her aching feet....that's pretty darn sexy.

 

 

Ditch: Over-the-top eyelashes

Thanks to Kim K's crazy Snuffaluffagus lashes this trend has lasted way longer than your poor eyelashes ever hoped it would. I am all for a falsie for special events, but it’s the brow-grazing lashes at yoga class that concern me. I'm a Makeup Artist and let me tell you, the damage you cause your lashes from excessive use of lash products is alarming. All those pony-like lashes you grew with your prescription lash serum will fall out once you quit using it. It will take months for your lashes to look as good as they did before you ever used it. You love your long-wear lash extensions? If you do them too often you are inevitably left with bald spots where your real lashes have broken off. I guess the only thing you can do is apply more extensions to the bald areas...and the cycle continues. The biggest reason to ditch the crazy lash trend is because your natural lashes, enhanced with a nice mascara, are beautiful and good enough on their own!

 

Trade em' in for: Edgy Eyeliner

I love this trend because it is extremely versatile. To me, edgy eyeliner is an exaggerated design that might reach up to my eyebrows and out towards my temples. Edgy eyeliner to you might mean using gunmetal grey instead of soft brown. Whatever it is that is outside your eyelining comfort zone, I challenge you to try it out this season. New colors, shapes, patterns and textures have been popping up on runways and on the streets. So give it a whirl! Here are a few products to make your transition to the "edgy" side a little easier:

 

-Q-Tips and a little non-oily makeup remover (or lotion) will be your best friend if you make any mistakes.

-Always prime your eyes first. It will help your eyeliner stay intact and keep it from smearing onto your eyelid. I have been obsessed with NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base for years now. It never fails me.

-Start small and build up your eyeliner. It's a lot easier to add more than to take it off and start over.

-Be patient!

Just like anything else, being a pro at eyeliner takes dedication and practice.