Having sexy full waves and loose curls is not as difficult as it may seem.  One might think she MUST use a curling iron or hot rollers (which I love), but there are actually a couple of different methods that may surprise you.  Watch and find out:

Beach Waves like Blake:

If you are looking for a super simple (not to mention non damaging!) way to achieve fresh from the ocean waves, look no further.  After washing and conditioning your hair, detangle it and apply a styling product.  Since I have naturally wavy and sometimes unruly hair, I use something with a silicone base or an anti frizz ingredient.  However, if you have fine or straight hair,  you’re going to want to use something with some hold to it. I recommend Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray.  Once you have applied your desired/required product, twist your hair into a low bun on the back of your head.  Secure with a few bobby pins and you’re good to go.  Allow hair to air dry and when you’re ready, let your waves loose.  Shake them out and spray with a little hairspray and style the front section as you like.

What you’ll need:

• For wavy hair: silicone based/anti frizz product (L’oreal Professionel Spirale Extreme)
• For fine hair: mousse or light hold styling product
• bobby pins
• Light hairspray

Glam Curls like Olivia:

If you are looking for a more polished curl that doesn’t look like a beauty pageant contestant, look no further.  This is one of my favorite ways to style my hair.  It takes about 15-20 minutes (after some practice and depending on the amount of hair you have), but the hard work is totally worth the final product! Spray your hair with a light hold hairspray and then section hair off.  Grab two inch sections and wrap them around your fingers (use 2 fingers for a tighter curl and 3 for a looser one).  Remove your fingers from the hair and then pat the spiral of hair with your flat iron.  Repeat until your whole head is done and then mist again with hairspray.

What you’ll need:

• Flat iron
• Light hairspray

You go, curl!

xx,

WhyDid

P dot S, there is no poll this week due to a special “How To” video request from a reader! Tune in and find out next week!

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There is really nothing sexier than a smoldering smokey eye.  Every celebrity from Kim Kardashian to Taylor Swift to have been seen sporting this makeup trend.  As good as a smokey eye looks, it can prove to be a bit daunting to the untrained individual and without the proper equipment can go very, terribly wrong.  Rather than looking like a sex kitten, you may look more like a rabid raccoon. Have no fear, it is much easier than one would think and WhyDid is here to help.

What you’ll need:

• loose translucent powder
• light shimmer shadow
• medium shadow (for blending)
• very dark shadow (for outlining)
• kohl eyeliner
• black mascara
• blending brush
• sponge eyeshadow applicator

Smokin’ hot.

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This week is the perfect time to learn “How To” layer properly. When the weather is going crazy (hot, cold, hot, cold… make up your mind!), having all the right layers is crucial to keeping your cool.

The key is to have several layers that are all suitable for different climates and times of the day. You may start out chilly in the morning, but be roasting by lunch… and freezing yet again when the sun goes down. You also need to make sure that your layers are thin in order to avoid to looking overly bulky. Layering is really as simple as 1, 2, 3…4.

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Bundle up til next time…

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WhyDid

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You guys presented me with quite the conundrum. A tie from last week’s How To Tuesday poll. So, what’s a girl to do? BOTH! See how much I love you guys? Alrighty, so sit back, relax, and watch me carve a pumpkin Jersey Shore style.

All you need for a Snooki bump:

• Comb
• Bobbi pins
• Hairspray

Everything you need to carve a pumpkin:

• Pumpkin
• Toothpicks
• Spoon
• Serrated knife
• Pencil

Trick or treat, kiddos! GTL!

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Alright, alright… I know… Somehow every week turned into once an Ice Age. But alas, my friends, we are back and here is yet another life changing How To Tuesday. You voted several weeks ago and here is the “how to” on packing a bag:

So, basically- my biggest tip is to not overstuff. Yes, I may have put a couple extra trinkets in for fun (told you I love props), but try not to put so much in your bag that you A) damage it, B) look like a sherpa. Only the essentials, people.

So it’s that time again (and I promise not to disappear for 89 weeks straight). What will next week’s video be? Vote!

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WhyDid

Day bag: Balenciaga

Evening bag: Malini Murjani

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Remember when I said WhyDid was getting a makeover?

Well, like all good things (wine, epic love stories, your vocabulary, etc) these things take time. I’m happy to let you know… you’re 89 posts closer to seeing a whole new WhyDid. Lots of things have happened in the past six months. One being a switch from the East Coast to the Left Coast. (Been an interesting transition… but more on that later). We’ve seen some WhyDid pals come and go. When WhyDid hits 500 posts, we’ll be making the switch, so keep your eyes peeled and let the countdown begin…

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Alright, guys: you asked for it. Here in the very first episode of How To Tuesday, I will show you how to make the perfect sangria. Bottoms up:

In case you were so mesmerized by my face, here is the recipe again:

• 4 bottles Sauvignon Blanc
• 1 bottle White Zinfandel
• 10 oz. Triple Sec
• 6 oz. 7 Star Brandy
• 1 cup sugar
• 6 oz. Pomegranate juice
• 6 oz. 7Up
• Fresh fruit cut into cubes or small slices.  You can use whatever you like, but realize it will effect the way your sangria tastes. Apples, pears, grapes, pineapple, mango all work well.

Combine all wine, liquor and sugar in a large glass container. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Add fruit, pomegranate juice, and 7up and stir again. Refrigerate over night for flavors to combine. (If you can’t wait that long- it’s still fine to drink right away).

Now, be sure to vote for next week’s How To Tuesday video:

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I mean, I’m not even going to pretend I like soccer or have the slightest clue as to what is going on with this so-called “World Cup.” I do know the boys are super hot. I also know the US apparently tied England and that just seems like a big waste of time to me. Ninety minutes and no winner? Psssh. (Yes, I Googled “how long is a soccer game?” Don’t judge me).

That being said, I do appreciate the excitement and enthusiasm that people seem to have for the game (Lakers bandwagoners have nothing on World Cup bandwagoners). While strolling home late one night (morning) we ran into a raucous group who had formed their very own sidewalk party. As good New Yorkers, we joined in the fun.  We obviously had to find out what exactly was going on.

Quite honestly, we never did find out what the eff was going on. No one seemed to have a clue, nor did they care. Yet another reason to love NY. I think it is safe to assume that it did, in fact, have something to do with soccer. This video is kind of how I feel about the World Cup: no idea how we got here, no idea what’s going on, but sure does look like we’re having fun.

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WhyDid

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