Showing posts with label color. Show all posts
Showing posts with label color. Show all posts

Monday, July 1, 2013

Ideas We Love - Hair Care


Welcome to
Ideas We Love


Yay! The days are dwindling down and the event you’ve been 
waiting for is drawing closer and closer! No matter what 
the event may be, the one thing that us girls constantly
contemplate after the thought of “What am I going to wear?!” is…
How should my hair look??

Hair is one of those staples of a woman’s outfit that is 
almost as important as what she is actually wearing.
It not only shows taste and fashion but it pulls your entire
outfit together completing your look. No matter what your
hair color or length are, there are always ways to create a
hairdo that wows the crowd and will never be forgotten. 

Keep these tips in mind while planning your look for your event
 to make sure your hair looks as perfect as the event itself!
                  
1) Don’t drastically change your cut or color the day of
the big event. Many of us want to create a new look and
make our hair “perfect” the day of the big event, but dying
or cutting your hair in a drastic way the day of your event 
could create complications. Instead, talk to your stylist about 
coloring/cutting your hair 1-2 weeks in advance so corrections can 
be made if necessary with the extra time you have allowed yourself. 
  

 2) The Olive-Oil Diet. Looking for more elasticity and 
conditioning? Use a comb to rake a tablespoon of olive oil 
through the hair once a week to create the nourishing look you desire.
You can also apply olive oil before going to the beach to prevent 
your hair from becoming dehydrated from the sun and salt water.



3) Withstand that burst of cold. While in the shower, 
right before you get out turn on the cold water and let it run through 
your hair. This simple trick seals your cuticle while creating 
a sleek finishing look to your strands.



4) Frizz-me-not. Want to keep away that frizz
that constantly seems to linger on your hair whenever you 
get out of the shower? Before you get out, try to wring out as 
much water as you can and then use a paper towel to squeeze
out the rest. Then, let air dry 5 to 10 minutes before blow drying 
or styling. By not wrapping up your hair in a towel, it prevents your 
locks from sitting in a hot and humid space, 
creating that unwanted frizz.



5) The Oktoberfest Rinse. Try this home remedy: 
Mix half a liter of beer with lukewarm water and pour into a 
spray bottle, spritzing on dry hair. Leave in 20 minutes and 
then rinse to keep hair strong and glossy.


6) Blonde Secrets from the Czechs. Looking for 
a neutral blonde color? Boil the skins of 6 yellow onions in 
4 cups of water and use as a rinse. This is how Czech 
women achieve their beautiful blonde hair. 
The best part: the rinse doesn’t smell!



7) As thick as a horsetail. Looking for longer, thicker 
and ultimately healthier hair? Try Mane N’ Tail Horse Shampoo 
which helps you to achieve your desired look. 
Use like regular shampoo.


We Love Pretty Hair!
xxoo Confetti Girls

Written by Bri Howard

Sunday, June 23, 2013

Ideas We Love - Bridesmaids Dresses


Welcome to
Ideas We Love
Our idea is to pick the PERFECT
Bridesmaid Dresses!

We have all seen "unique" bridesmaid dresses in 
movies like 27 Dresses, on TV and even in Broadway
musicals such as, "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change."


Picking your Bridesmaids' Dresses can seem life a difficult
task, but following a few simple guidelines can make the
experience simple, easy and even FUN!

1. Color and Theme
It is more than likely that your Bridesmaids will have
unique body types, dress sizes, and various opinions.
Color is a great place to start to give your girls some
much needed direction. Many bries have their girls dress in
the wedding's signature color(s). A really fun idea
is to have your maid or matron of honor highlighted 
by wearing a brighter shade of the color you pick
or accent them wit ha sash of a different color.



2. Fabric and Length
It is important to find fabrics that go together well. It
is traditional that bridesmaids wear the same style, color,
length and fabric, but more and more weddings are
becoming unique and personalized. Play around with
fabrics to see which ones you like together. Another cool
idea is to have your matron or maid of honor wear a dress
of a different length to make her stand out!



3. Style and Accessories
Another great idea is to have the same color or color scheme,
the same or similar fabrics and different styles of dresses.
There are endless options of styles for your ladies. For
example, there is this really amazing dress available which
can be converted into infinite styles. Check it out at:
http://www.henkaa.com/shop/convertible-dresses.html.
If you still want a more traditional style of dress, you
can play up your bridesmaids' accessories by doing
a pop of color in their shoes, jewelry or bags. Or throw 
a cool twist like cowboy boots!



4. Budget and Re-use
When looking for these gowns, keep in mind what you
would want as a bridesmaid--a dress you can wear again
(whether it be a formal or casual event) and the amount
of money you would spend. Keep in mind, your best friends'
budgets and if YOU think they could wear it again. Re-use 
isn't required when shopping for a dress, but who doesn't
love to reinvent an outfit?



If you need additional tips - try using a website like
The Knot to see your vision to come to life!
http://wedding.theknot.com/bridesmaid-dresses.aspx.

Happy Shopping,
xoxo- Confetti Girls

Written by Barbara Delestre