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{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

{manic monday: trenchcoats}

happy monday everyone! this weekend was so beautiful - rain and 6o degree weather made my anticipation of fall even higher. i had a wonderful weekend enjoying new company and dreaming up great tutorial ideas for the next few weeks! looking forward to next weekend very much as i'm traveling to portland to see friends, family and live music! now, onto manic monday!!
for week 2 of my 4 suggested fall fashion must-haves, i'm focusing on trench coats! a polished, classic look that is both practical and fashionable (think audrey hepburn in breakfast at tiffany's), it's an obvious win-win! ideal for unpredictable weather, every woman should have a trench in her closet for fall/winter. ranging in lengths, everyone can find a trench coat that fits her personality and body type!! below, you'll find style tips on how i'd suggest to wear a trench of your very own!
{my outfit} vintage cranberry knee-length trench coat, vintage burgundy girl scout beret, brown mia heels
{style tips} camel colored trenches are ideal for the season, but feel free to play around with color! pair your trench with a chunky heeled boot, pump or clog. simple, classy accessories like a mens wristwatch or cocktail ring will be your cherry on top of the outfit. as weather gets cooler, cover your legs with 70's colored tights (indigo, tangerine, or cranberry)... sheer or opaque, they'll look amazing under any trench!
i'm very excited for tomorrow's tutorial post. it's so cute, and i know you'll all love it! till then...
xxoo chelsea