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Hairdo Clip-In Bangs Review
So lately I keep contemplating getting bangs. Shoot, I actually had them up until 11th grade, but that was ages ago! But they weren’t the whole modern, pretty, Zooey Deschanel type bangs. They were the whole “I have no idea what to do with my hair and I don’t currr” type bangs. They were not cute, y’all.
While I keep debating on whether or not I want to take the plunge, I decided to do a little research on some clip-in bangs. I didn’t want to spend much money on a clip-in, all I wanted was one that looked decent and would give me a good idea on whether my plain ol’ hair might be seeing a change in its near future.
Along came Hairdo by Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves. While I read some mixed reviews about the line in general on different sites like extensions.com, beauty.com and ulta.com, I saw on Amazon that the clip-in bangs actually had pretty decent reviews. While they retail for $24.99 at most salons, Amazon sells them for $14.95 with free shipping. So, for $15 I figured I’d take a chance. All I wanted was for the clip-in to give me an idea of whether or not I wanted to cut real bangs.
Here’s the Amazon link if you wanna check it out:
Hairdo Clip-In Bangs by Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves – R6
The Hairdo line of extensions comes in a variety of shades, especially if you’re a brunette. The Amazon link doesn’t have the best swatches of the shades, but if you visit http://www.hairuwear.com/hairdo/collections/hair-pieces/bangs you can click on the link underneath the model that says “available colors” and see the color options much more clearly. I decided to go with Midnight Brown for my dark brown hair. It was definitely a perfect match.
There are three clips on these bangs and they are so simple to clip in. I advise to first tease the area of hair where you are going to snap the clip in. Teasing helps keep the clip in place more securely, especially if your hair is fine like mine. Position the bangs where you’d like and snap the clips in place. Done.
While the clip-in worked perfectly for what I was going for, they’re not fantastic. Because the hair is synthetic, it does have that certain sheen to it that isn’t the most fabulous. This is most noticeable up close, because I don’t feel that the sheen comes across in the photos I’m showing you. Although I do think it counts for something when I put these on and my own mother thought that I had actually cut real bangs.
After wearing the Hairdo clip-in, I still can’t decide whether or not I want to cut bangs! Hah. It’s totally not unlike me, I’m pretty indecisive when it comes to changing my appearance. I’ll keep rockin’ my plain jane look for now and grab for the clip-in when I want to switch it up. It’s believable looking enough to go out and have fun with. When I decide to take the plunge, I’ll be sure to post the finished product.
I absolutely recommend that if you are unsure if you want to cut bangs, try these first. For $15, you don’t have much to lose. If you do try the Hairdo Clip-In Bangs, please let me know what you think of them! I think you look lovely no matter what you do with your hair. <3
Also, I’m in love with ModCloth.com! Check out my cool shades and literally the most amazing bracelet I’ve owned in my entire life in the following pics, both from ModCloth.com. I’ll link ’em below. 
In love with my shades from ModCloth.com! They’re called Jam Out and About Sunglasses. They’re only $11.99, too!
http://www.modcloth.com/shop/sunglasses/jam-out-and-about-sunglasses
Another gem from ModCloth.com called the Carpal Diem Bracelet. I’ve named mine Billy Bones. I’m in love with him!
http://www.modcloth.com/shop/bracelets-watches/carpal-diem-bracelet
Who Wears Short Shorts? Not Me!
Every summer it never fails. I shop for shorts and end up feeling like I’m the only girl in the world that doesn’t want her booty hanging out. I feel like all I ever see are “booty” shorts. You know, the ones that have the pockets that hang out. I mean shoot, it’s 100 degrees outside and I wanna rock some shorts that don’t look like something my granny or 12 year old cousin would wear. Isn’t there a happy medium?
There totally is. My favorite place for “happy medium” shorts is Express. They’ve got dressy shorts and jean shorts in longer lengths that look fabulous paired with heels or flats.
Remember having to put your hands at your sides in school to measure that your shorts didn’t go past your fingertips? Here are a few of my favorite shorts that are in just that length.
Shorts: Express — Top: Forever21 — Flip Flops: Target
Shorts: Express — Top: Express — Necklace: House of Harlow — Shoes: Seychelles Far Away Place
Shorts: Express — Top: Express — Jewelry: Forever21 — Shoes: Dolce Vita Archer Sandal
Shorts: Express — Top: Forever21 — Shoes: Urban Outfitters
Bloody Mary Recipe
Summertime is near and BBQ and cool drinks are calling your name! I’m not big on mixed drinks, but this one won my heart. The Bloody Mary is deemed “the world’s most complex cocktail” but it is so quick and easy to make. A handful of the ingredients are things you probably have on hand.
The Bloody Mary has a reputation of being a “hangover cure” but dun dun dun! Science has proven that drinking more alcohol with a hangover only numbs the pain. Rest, plenty of water, and electrolyte replacement is the only “cure” for a hangover. But if drinking one makes you feel like your hangover is being cured, then I say whatever floats your boat!
Gather these ingredients.. You’re gonna put your feet up and enjoy one of these.
Makes 1 quart.
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste 2 cups water 1 (12 ounce) can v-8 vegetable juice 1/3 cup distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons Lawry's Seasoned Salt 1 1/4 teaspoons black pepper 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce Ice Optional for serving: Celery, peperoncinis, green olives
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and mix well. You can stir in your favorite vodka into the pitcher, but I prefer to just take a pint glass (16 oz) and add in 1/4 cup vodka and 3/4 cup of the mix. Serve over ice, of course!
If you make one of these bad boys, let me know what you think
Dr. Martens: Styling Ideas (and Tips for Buying Online)
I recently decided to splurge on a pair of Dr. Martens 1460 boots and I’m sooo glad that I did! The styling possibilities are pretty much endless with a classic boot like the 1460’s and the quality of Dr. Martens is unbeatable.
I decided to purchase my boots online (not a big surprise, I’m an online shopper to the core) and I did some thorough research regarding sizing and a reputable online seller before I made a final decision. I researched sizing because I read some reviews that the sizing is tricky. And because DrMartens.com did not sell the color I wanted, I did my research on who I could trust that did.
I’m a pretty true size 9 in shoes so I decided to weigh out the tricky sizing reviews I read and go for my regular size 9. I’m glad I did because they fit perfectly! If you normally wear a whole size in shoes and are struggling with which size may be best for you, I suggest going with your regular size. Dr. Martens are only sold in whole sizes, no half sizes are available (hence the trickiness in sizing for people) so if you are a true half size in shoes, I suggest sizing down. If anything, my boots may have a little extra room in them, so sizing down if you’re a half size may be a good idea for you.
Any color you choose with these boots is a win in my opinion, but as soon as I saw Cherry Red Arcadia, my heart was set on them. Because DrMartens.com did not have Cherry Red Arcadia available for sale, I decided to buy from Amazon.com. They have a wide array of colors available and sell them for retail price or cheaper. They also offer free shipping. Sold! Here’s a link if you wanna go with Amazon:
Dr. Martens Women’s 1460 Originals 8 Eye Lace Up Boot
Docs look so great on girls in a variety of outfits, I mean it when I say the possibilities are endless! I decided to take some simple pieces to give you a few ideas to try. Shorts, dresses, skirts, skinnies, in whatever color.. Rock any of them with docs and it’s a fashion win.
Top: Forever21Shorts: Forever21
Enter the Wu…
Top: Hot Topic (was a regular tee, I cut it into a tank top)
Jeans: Express
I love the subtle red of Cherry Red Arcadia! It’s much lovelier in person, really.
Try a floral print dress or skirt.
Dress: Forever21Â Bracelets: Forever21
I’d also love to share some inspirational Doc styles worn by Jessica Alba. She’s wearing Cherry Red Smooth. I love how she added socks with the second look. Definitely must try.
<3
DIY Tank Tops
You’ve probably heard someone say before that they’d die without music. That their soul would be empty without music. That their heart beats for music. Maybe you think they’re weird for feeling that way. If you do, then shooot, you’re gonna think I’m weird because that’s how I feel about music. I’m obsessed with it, I’m in love with it. Hell, maybe you feel the same way and you totally get me right now and we’re like, connected and stuff. 😉
I’m pretty eclectic when it comes to my musical preferences. My favorite genres include metal, rock, and hip hop, but I really could go on and on.. Deftones, Hieroglyphics, Slayer, Atmosphere.. Don’t even get me started.
When I was younger, I wore band shirts more than I wore regular tops. And when I was wearing them, they didn’t really make them in girl styles like they do now. But I’ve realized two things about the girl style band shirts: they are usually made with bands I don’t care for and if they are made with a band I like, I don’t even really care for the style of the shirt anyway. I prefer taking a men’s style shirt and cutting it into a tank top. It’s a pretty “trendy” look that has always been worn but it’s been picking up some popularity. Maybe celebrities like Kat Von D have helped progress that style. Either way, I dig the way it looks.
Today I wanted to cut my Death Row shirt that I’ve had for a while. (For the record, I like Biggie better. Don’t hate. I mean it. Don’t. Hah!)
I purchased this cool guy at Hot Topic a couple years back on clearance, but I’ve never liked the way it fits. It makes me feel like this when I wear it:
It’s kinda tight around the neck and I think the sleeves just look blah. So, I’m going to cut it to look all nifty and I’ll show you how easy it is to do it. All you’re going to need are a pair of scissors. If you don’t own fabric scissors, then use kitchen scissors. I’ll be using kitchen scissors today.
I have no specific method to doing this to shirts other than trying to cut it somewhat evenly. I think what makes self-cut tees look cool is the fact that it’s not cut perfectly. That and if the edges are frayed a bit, which will happen naturally.
I make sure when I cut the sleeves that I am completely removing the seams that become the sleeve. Pretty easy. Above you can see that I’m not cutting that far past the seam. That’s because I like to start there, try it on, and then decide how much further I want to go from there.
After I cut off each sleeve, I go for the collar.
Now I have no sleeves to the shirt and the collar is cut off. I tried it on and now I want to take the sleeves in even a little further..
It took me about 5 minutes to do the above and now I’m finished! Awww yeah, I’m loving this end result!
I’ve also cut up a few other tees in the past and I wanted to show you those as well. One I’ve cut much skinnier on the sleeves than the Death Row shirt above and the other I kept as a t-shirt style but tried to make it a more feminine fit.
Here’s my MJ tee! Eee hee!
(Excuse my nasty hair. It was a long day!)
If you decide to cut up a tee, whether it’s a band shirt or not, show me your end result!! I’d love to see. Also, if you have any suggestions as to how you do this differently, I’d love for you to share. <3
Put on some tunes and happy t-shirt cutting!!
