Hair Do Review

Remember this post about the new updo attempt for church? Here is what I thought...

First of all, the greatest lesson I learned was that the look would be ideal for thicker hair, or even shorter hair. My long and then thin hair at the time made for thinner, longer braids than the tutorial pictured.

Also, I need darker bobby pins!

I really loved having my hair all up off my neck, and I loved the face-framing effect with the braids.  I would give the updo a 6 out of 10 for ease to make (I had to redo the braids and wrapping a few times, and it is always hard to see the back of your head), and a 7 out of 10 for total look. It did fall out a bit over the next couple hours, but I'm sure I could have sprayed it a bit more.

The main hang-up was the stringy hair, and since my most recent haircut last week I think it would be worth a second try!

Hair Inspiration Part 2

One thing I always lack is originality with my hairstyles.  Just not graced with that creativity or good hair! 

One of my New Year's Resolutions is to learn something new every week, beginning sunday. Wish me luck on the new updo.  I will let you know how it goes!

Work it Wednesday- Easy Hair

One aspect of my look I have always struggled with is my hair! As a child it was soft and dark blonde, with waves, while now it has become dull ash brown with frizzy curls.  I have cut it short, medium, and long, with/without bangs, and experimented with colors dark and light.
For me the ultimate look is one that is easy to maintain while looking great. No-brainer, right? Isn't that what we all want?  However running a busy and very active life requires ease in style and an out-of face quality.  I have developed a few easy hairstyles that work for me, and I think this one in particular would work for everyone and all hair types.  

The idea is to do a reverse french braid (meaning, that instead of pulling the piece in front and layering on top, you put in underneath), starting with top sections of hair and adding a piece each time; reapeated both sides.  Occasionally I will make a chignon bun at the end, but I find the ponytail to be a bit simpler with my long hair. The best part about this look is the versatility.  I wore it one day with the kids then straight to work, where I received many compliments.