Thursday, December 31, 2009

We'll Take a Cup O' Kindness Yet

Another year older. Another year passed. As the world welcomes the start of a new decade, I'm also welcoming the start of a new one in my life.


Max Wagner

It hardly seems ten years since family and friends were gathered to celebrate my twentieth birthday and waiting to see what, if anything, Y2K might bring.


Caroline & Matt- Whitebox

The past 10 years were filled with events I could have never predicted as the ball dropped on the night of December 31, 1999, events that changed me and some that changed the world.


Lauren & Zack- Our Labor of Love

Some events took me down paths very different than the ones I'd originally planned for myself, and all the events molded me into the person I am now.


Tom Watson Photography

While I'm trying to figure out just where the last decade went and attempting to reconcile that I'm no longer a Twentysomething, I am looking forward to discovering what my 30s hold and what lies ahead in 2010.


Emma Mitchell

And for all of you, I wish for 2010 to be a year filled with much happiness and contentment. Happy New Year!!

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Way She Shimmers

During the holidays, it always seems pretty frocks are plentiful in stores, each anxiously waiting to be plucked from the rack and claimed by a lovely lady for wear during the various parties of the season.

And of all the events during the holidays, New Year's Eve provides a perfect reason to don one of the numerous dresses vying for a chance in the spotlight; there are beautiful metallic numbers that glisten and glow.



Sophie Hexter- Stylist


L: Temperley London. R: Badgley Mischka- Platinum Label.

L: Temeperly London. R: See by Chloe
L: Matthew Williamson. R: Philosophy di Alberta Ferreti.

Jewel-toned dresses glisten and shine next to black beauties that dazzle with embellishments. With so many choices and only one New Year's Eve each year, it's always difficult to decide what dress should get its chance to sparkle.



Linda Nova- Stylist

Linda Nova- Stylist


L: ModCloth. R: Yoana Baraschi.

L: Anna Sui. R: Rachel Gilbert.

L: Rachel Gilbert. R: Alberta Ferretti.

While I'd adore the chance to throw on any of the gorgeous options above, this year, I'll be rocking a black, one-shouldered number as I welcome the new year. How about you? If you're heading out this New Year's Eve, what made your cut?

Long Hairstyles for

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Long Hairstyles for Prom - - Mischa Barton

Trendy Long

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Finding hair color pictures and ideas is one of the main ways that people seek inspiration for their hair and the new colors that can be created within the hair. These pictures can be taken from inspiration from celebrities, random…

Long Bob

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Long bob hairstyles have been in fashion since times unknown. They are very popular among women as they suit any hair type and texture. You don’t have to have any preset features to adapt to long bob hairstyles.

Layered long hair

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Layered long hair styles are one of the most versatile haircuts and are also one of the most popular – because of the versatility that exists within the haircut. Long layered haircuts can be used for straight hair, as well…

Pictures of Long

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Long hairstyles should have lots of natural texture, flirtatious flips and long loose layers whether your hairstyle is straight, wavy or curly. This extremely versatile cut suits a wide variety of face shapes and can be as casual or dressy as you need to be. Long hairstyles allow you to let down your hair, place it in pony tails, and bundle it up in decorative designs. If you have a long hairstyle, it's best to take care of it or don't have it at all. When choosing long layered hair styles the first step is to determine which style works with the shape of your face. Long layers are essential for this type of hair style to lay correct. Another great tip is to blow dry the hair with a large round brush, directing all layers down and under.

Monday, December 28, 2009

Long Hairstyles

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Long Hairstyles for Celebrity - Gwyneth Paltrow long hair

Long or “Oblong”

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Styles that are flattering: Brow-skimming bangs (I plan to never go without them again). Chin-length bobs are also ideal for us because they create the illusion of width. Gwyneth Paltrow’s shoulder-length bob is very flattering on a long face. Just make sure your stylist cuts the hair a bit shorter in the back so it doesn’t look boring. Curls and waves work well because they add width to the face.

Long layered

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Layered long hair styles are one of the most versatile haircuts and are also one of the most popular – because of the versatility that exists within the haircut. Long layered haircuts can be used for straight hair, as well…

Long Hairstyles

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This is a revival of a retro 60’s look. To achieve body like this, try round brushing your hair while your giving it a blowout. This will give you loads of volume and a slight curl to the ends without having to use the curling iron.

Long Japanese

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For my new hair I'm still experimenting The back is cut so I can spike it out But I've decided to go with wax to spike it which i'm still experimenting with (hence why i have no pictures of that) If you have really long hair i'd suggest some type of wax, simply because it has structure and seems less like lethal spikes than gel, and texturizer would barely help and you'd be holding everything up with hairspray alone otherwise. However it would be a similar idea.

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Merry & Bright

Since Friday, I've gotten a much better handle on all my holiday to-dos, and although I can't say I've finished wrapping all my gifts, I guess for me, it wouldn't be Christmas without a few last minute items still left on my list!


Country Living

Over the next few days, I'm looking forward to spending quality time with my family and enjoying our holiday traditions, both new and old. For those of you celebrating Christmas tomorrow, I hope your day is very very merry one!

Friday, December 18, 2009

Comfort and Joy

As happens every year now, December is passing by far too quickly, and I am left to play catch-up with my holiday preparations; this year, however, seems to be even worse than most.


I am shamefully behind on all things related to Christmas-- there are cards to be written and mailed (alright, let's be honest-- purchased...,) gifts still to be found (I know!) and I've yet to conquer any of the holiday baking I've intended to do.

I haven't even spent a night driving around to admire Christmas lights, nor have I listened to holiday music as much as I'd have liked. In a season that is undoubtedly my favorite, instead of the normal feelings of excitement over holiday preparations, I've been battling feelings of stress.


Melanie Acevedo

This weekend, I am hoping to check-off some of the holiday items on my list, while reminding myself of the joy that comes from the simple pleasures of holiday-flavored lattes, buildings adorned with twinkling lights, and falling asleep by the soft glow of a Christmas tree. In the midst of this busy time of year, I hope you find your weekend filled with many little joys too.

Jennifer Garner Bangs Hairstyles




Jennifer Garner Bangs Hairstyles


Jennifer Garner is one of those actresses who always look beautiful. She can wear her hair long, short, with or without bangs and look great. Here are a couple of her hairstyles with bangs.

High Ponytail
This look is simple and gorgeous. Make sure your hair is nice and sleek and part it on the side. Put it up into a high ponytail, leaving your bangs loose. Secure your ponytail with elastic, pretty clip, barrette, or whatever you like to use. Sweep your bangs across your forehead so that they seem to blend in with your hair. This look requires a good bit of styling products – hairspray and styling gel mainly – and you may need a smaller clip or barrette to hold your bangs in place. Nonetheless, it is a beautiful and classy look.

Wavy Bangs
Another gorgeous style is when Jennifer wore her hair to her shoulders and had eye-length bangs. To get this look, cut your bangs where they are just above your eyes. Use a wide barrel curling iron to put some loose curls into your hair, close to the ends. Loosen the curls with your fingers if you prefer waves. Part your bangs about three-fourths of the way across, on the side and then let them just drift across your forehead. This is a very feminine style that softens facial features and is flattering to any shape face. Try layers for a more versatile look. This style can be modified a number of ways – use your imagination and be original!
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Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Beyonce’s Long Shaped Hairstyle



Beyonce’s Long Shaped Hairstyle


You know that you look good as a celebrity if you keep ending up on the covers of magazines with positive words around your images and you don’t even change your look that much! Beyonce hasn’t changed her overall look much, but the variations on her long shaped style have really worked to get her in nearly every fashion magazine that’s for sure!

But what is so interesting about Beyonce’s look is that is appears so natural. It isn’t forced with all kinds of flashy colors. Beyonce plays it cool, calm, and collected with understated classic beauty and neutral tones. We saw this look captured at the second annual Fashion Rocks event with her long, shaped hairstyle in long, wavy curls. The length of her hair was grown to below her shoulders and the bangs and sides were angle layered to frame her face. This is a perfect style for medium or thick hair, but it takes a little work to get it right.

Your stylist has to be with you to pull off this look honey! Even the most natural curly hair needs a little help with at least some styling products, a really good cut, and a curling iron. If you couple all of those things with some patience you can pull this look off too. This one is not for the street, this is for elegant evening gowns or bride’s maid dresses only. And it will only last one night, so enjoy it while it lasts! So take lots of pictures!
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009

2009 Hairstyles

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Bob haircuts are one of the most popular types of hairstyles as it is considered to be a traditional hairstyle with modern variations that have been created for the popular hairstyle. As one of the most popular hairstyles that is available, these variations can range from angled hairstyles that have been created to appear as one length, or hairstyles which have been created through the use of layers. With many variations of the bob available, how do you choose between the various styles which are available? There are many aspects which should be considered when choosing a hairstyle and the bob haircut is no different.

for Long

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Long Hair styles

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If one has chosen a simple poker straight hair for long there is much that can done like twirling the ends with big curls, going for soft perm or simply go in for the latest fringe i.e. bangs. Sideswept bangs also transforms the hair style and brings about changes in facial features. Adding a few tricks on eye make up can bring about a more dramatic creation for special appearance.

The Long

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Long hair can be styled in so many ways for this fall 2009 to bring out a new fashion hair trend from you.

Long Hairstyles

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Long Hairstyles for Prom - - Photos of Long Prom Hair

for Different

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Having long hairstyle in round shape face is looking very attractive and provides a slimmer look. In long hair part your hair from the middle to draw attention and trim it with many layers. Also adding wispy tapered ends on your hair is covering the roundness of face.

Long

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