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Setting the Mood: True Blood (Red)

By Kirsten|August 16th, 2011|Setting the Mood|

Alright, well I don’t watch True Blood or Twilight or any of the other 35,000 shows about vampires, but all that blood leaves me seeing red– in a good way. There is nothing more sexy or chic than a really saturated red. You may opt to deck yourself out in the hot hue, or just punch up some neutrals with a pop or crimson. Even just a red lip can add a little something to the average outfit. I can’t wait to pick out the perfect shade of red to lacquer up my fingers and toes. There is just something about a little bit of red that can get you all fired up. Vampires or not.

xx,

WhyDid

Handbag: Alexander McQueen

Shoes: Dolce & Gabbana

Ring: Solange Azagury-Partridge

Chemise: Rosamosario

Beauty Buzz: A Monthly Visit that Doesn’t Suck

By Kirsten|August 11th, 2011|Beauty Buzz|

A couple of weeks ago, Stephie reminded us how truly fantastic beauty samples are. So great, that some can even change up your entire beauty routine. Well, it seems that she’s not the only one who realized just how valuable samples are. Three very clever young ladies, Hayley, Katia, and Mollie, also picked up on the awesomeness that are samples. They took beauty samples to a whole new level by creating a little something called Birch Box.

What is Birch Box you ask? Well, other than being the best ten dollars you’ll ever spend, it’s a beauty sample delivery service that brings new and exciting products (tailored to your individual preferences/beauty needs) to your cute little “welcome” mat each and every month. I know. Kind of unbelievable, right? I received my first Birch Box this week and it was like Christmas (or Hanukkah). And to think… it’s gonna happen every month! Kinda balances out that whole “visit from Mother Nature” thing, huh?

I have yet to try all of the samples which included:

I did try the June Jacobs masque and loved it. My skin was fresh and glowing – as it should be. So, if you are a beauty junkie like me and perhaps need a little monthly perk, I suggest you hightail over to BirchBox and get your very own little pink box. It’s almost as good as being a beauty editor at Allure… and for now it’ll have to do. (P.S. I will keep you updated as to the rest of the samples).

—Sorry, I just realized how ridiculous it is that I have not “tested out” the Twistband hair tie. Please hold… Works just great (no sharp metal to cause split ends) and it looks a heck of a lot cuter on your wrist than normal rubberbands. Gonna need to stock up.

xx,

WhyDid

Allons-y! Pourquoi pas?

By Kirsten|August 9th, 2011|Setting the Mood|

Speaking of Paris, why not be inspired by the magnificent city? I have never been, but in my head it’s the only city that might rival New York. There is just something, that je ne sais quoi if you will, that makes Paris so sexy, so chic. Maybe it’s the French women and their no frills beauty or the French’s ability to be both self entitled and nonchalant at the same time. Whatever it might be, I have always been intrigued by this magical city (the whole country to be quite honest) and some day I will “bon voyage” there.

Having studied French all through highschool (Spanish was full) and college, I still barely speak a lick (un petit peu). I even got Rosetta Stone a couple of years ago and swore that when I finished I would pack a bag and head on over. Somehow, that just didn’t happen, so I’m going to have to go with the “immersion theory” and just dive on in. I do, however, know how to say “window shopping” (leche vitrine). That’s gotta count for something, right?

xx (bisou bisou),

WhyDid

Shoes: Givenchy

Earrings: Marie Helen de Taillac

Jacket: Isabel Marant

Handbag: Chloe

Why Not Play Head Games?

By Kirsten|August 4th, 2011|Beauty Buzz|

The summer is nearing its end, but it’s not going out without a fight. The heat can be unbearable when trying to figure out what to wear- or what to do with your hair. Speaking from experience, I know what type of havoc humidity and heat can wreak on one’s dome piece. When all else fails, disguise that crazy fro with some cleverly placed hair accessories. It will distract folks from whatever madness is going on from the neck up.

Might I suggest slopping some heavy conditioner on your fried tresses and tying them back in a sleek bun? (I’d be lying if I said I hadn’t done this on more than one occasion).

1. Forever 21 Braided Rosette Headband, $4.80, 2. Belle Noel Honey Hexagon Hair Comb, $35, 3. Henri Bendel Debutante Studded Hair Tie, $58, 4. Urban Outfitters Studded Leather Bun Holder, $14, 5. Forever 21 Braided Peacock Feather Headwrap, $6.80, 6. Jennifer Behr Swarovski Encrusted Skinny Headband, $225

While we are all getting hyped up on hair candy, let’s not lose our heads. You know my thoughts on feather extensions (NO) and I feel the same way about these crazy forehead straps parading as headbands. Another rule of thumb- If Aubrey O’Day is doing it, you probably shouldn’t be.

Now go on and have a good hair day.

xx,

WhyDid

Photo via Elle.com

Setting the Mood: Hallucinate a Heatwave

By Kirsten|August 2nd, 2011|Setting the Mood|

Mark Twain once said, “The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” Well, he certainly wasn’t kidding. One would think living in California is all palm trees and sunshine… well, not so much.

After returning from the east coast this week, I realized how much I miss a real summer. You know, the almost unbearable heat that lingers long past sunset and the humidity that can curl even the most perfectly coifed ‘do. While it rarely dips below forty in California, the summers are never as warm as those of the east coast. It never, ever feels like summer. “They” tell me it gets warm starting in September, but I don’t buy it.

These bright brights are just going to have to get me through the mild California summer. Perhaps wearing something bright will radiate its own heat.

xx,

WhyDid

Lingerie: Deobrah Marquit

Bracelet: Tom Binns

Shoes: Miu Miu

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