{Back To School Hairdo's}

Yay, it's Fall! Kiddos are heading back to school and I'm falling into the "routine".. coffee, work, coffee sleep. One thing that I find incredibly irritating is the constant day-to-day hairdo that I've always got. Here are a few new looks I've been playing with and really love for fall. Braids all around, here are my back to school hairdo's!
Meet Becca, one of my dearest friends. With the help of her and her beautiful hair, I was able to photograph some step-by-step shots of how to attain these looks! Look for Becca in the near future as she'll be modeling some of the vintage fashions for SB!!! Look, we even wear our moccasins on the same day! Now, onto the tutorials:
1. Chic Fishtail Braids
Use two sections on either side of your head. Fishtail small braids towards the back of the head. Select small pieces of hair along the way to slip into each fishtail braid. These will keep the braid stable and in a straight line. Once both braids meet the back of one's head, clip, pin or tie with a small hair tie. So chic and natural! {please note the red leaves - yay fall!}
2. 60's Inspired Ribbon Braid
Begin by teasing the upper back section of your hair to make it voluminous. Next, place large ribbon across your crown and tie around back. Using your ribbon ends as one of your 3 sections, begin to french braid hair down. Tie ribbon off and the end. Gorgeous, eh!?3. Heidi Wrap Braid
Beginning with a low ponytail, braid an over-the-shoulder braid. Wrap around one side of your head and pin the ends to your head with a bobby pin. Tie a scarf around your head, and make sure it covers the pinned ends. Keep a bow in the center or slightly to the side for that sweet little look!
Super cute and oh-so-simple. Hope you all enjoy!!
xxoo chelsea

{Trendy Thursday: September Issue}

Bless my lucky stars, it's here!! I finally got my fingers on this year's Vogue September Issue.. holy cow. So many amazing spreads and I just had to share my favorites with you!!! I know it might seem I'm all about clothes lately, but lets face it, it's September - who isn't?! Hope you enjoy!

Sweater Girl
model: Lara Stone
photographer:Mert Alas

On The Town
by: Robin Sullivan
photographer: Steven Meisel

Tender Is The Night
models: Joan Smalls, Stella Tennant, Miranda Kerr, Guinevere Van Seenus
photographer: Steven Meisel

Pretty Tough
model: Isabeli Fontana
photographed by: David Sims

Amazing, right!?! Ugh, I am so inspired by the hair and make up too, can't wait to try out some new looks!! Hope everyone has a lovely day - come back later for the Ricochet Waves Giveaway winner announcement!
xxoo Chelsea

{Ricochet Waves Giveaway!!}

I am beyond excited to introduce this month's giveaway to you all! The incredibly talented Jasmine of Ricochet Waves has a beautiful necklace that she's giving away to one lucky Seablanket reader!!This is the stunning necklace, handmade from an antique ambrotype photograph case that houses a stunning piece of Obsidian. The gem hangs from beautiful harvest-hued mustard yellow lace chain. The necklace is a perfect reflection of Ricochet Waves signature style- combining items fit for a curiosity cabinet turned into wearable art.How to Enter:
Visit the Ricochet Waves website and leave a comment telling Jasmine and I what you're most looking forward to this fall!!! Please make sure to include your email address in your entry, so we can reach the winner!

Jasmine has also set up two special online sales, only for Seablanket readers1. 30% OFF of items from Ricochet Waves with special code SEABLANKET at checkout (discount refunded via paypal, does not include shipping cost).

2. 10%OFF of items from Ricochet Waves Etsy with special code SEABLANKET at checkout

(discount refunded via paypal, does not include shipping cost)!

I am so thrilled to be teaming up with Jasmine and Ricochet Waves for this giveaway! Please take the time to view all that Ricochet Waves has to offer here. Best of luck to the winner - giveaway and special Seablanket sales end at midnight on Tuesday, 9/7.
xxoo chelsea