Things I've learned - Hair Products edition

I'm no hair genius.  I just happen to have a lot of it -- I used to have a lot of frizzy, wavy hair.  I learned my lesson at some point late in college.  Good thing I wasn't serious about looking for a husband, my hair was a serious inhibitor :).  These are a few of my favorite hair helpers.

 If you use good shampoo, you can use cheap conditioner.  There is no need to spend a ton of money on expensive conditioner.  Good shampoo won't dry out your hair; thus over conditioning to remedy super dry hair is unnecessary.  Bumble and Bumble is my personal favorite.  My hair has looked 10x better since I began paying more attention to the products I use daily.

 This spray is magic, as well.  I spray it on after I get out of the shower.  It increases the hold of the other products I use while helping me detangle.  Fabulous.  It's also great for straight-ironing because it can be used as a protectant.

Go dirty.  Not that dirty.  I try to go at least a day in between hair washes.  Of course, I shower everyday with an incredibly sexy shower cap.  Not only does it make my color last longer but it also gives the ends of my hair a break from heat and styling, especially since I have very fine, thin hair.

My friends and I swear by this spray.  Your hair will not move for a solid 24 hours -- I've made it longer but that was probably a fluke.  What you lose in flexibility, you gain in bada$$ hair.  Plus, if you style after washing with this spray, it has also helped me keep my hair looking fresh and clean for 2-3 days before.  The downside: it can be a little drying.


Dove smells incredible and is wonderful for flexibility.

As you can see, I'm pretty low maintenance . . .

A bit of baby fever . . . but this too shall pass

Who doesn't love baby ruffle butts?

In my defense, two of my favorite people in the world just had an incredibly precious baby boy.  I can't help it.

The heat is (not) on

It's cold, folks.  Granted, it is not nearly as cold as it's going to be in January, February, etc.  But it's still cold.

and

my husband refuses to turn on the heat.  Refuses.

So what am I wearing?

A bathrobe, socks, yoga pants, a t-shirt, and a sock cap. I've got to prove my point. :)

It's going to be a looooooong winter

On problem solving

My dry cleaner is the best.  Seriously.  She charges me depending on her mood -- and she's always happy.  She isn't afraid to criticize the way that Calvin Klein makes a dress if it doesn't fit me perfectly.  If I ask for my suits on a Friday after 5:00 p.m., she says, "No.  You take Wednesday afternoon. Okay?"  Best of all.  Mrs. Kwon is a problem solver.  

On a recent business trip to San Diego, a gel pen exploded on my brand new find from Banana Republic.  I was p.i.s.s.e.d. and covered in blue ink.  So after spraying the stain with hairspray (didn't really work, Mom), scrubbing it (thanks but no thanks Oxyclean), and letting it sit in my suitcase for the remainder of my trip, the stain is still loud and proud.  Fast forward to this afternoon -- after a rough day at work, all I wanted to do was sit on my couch and avoid the hurricane force winds plaguing the Chicago area for the 3rd day in a row.  I went to see Mrs. Kwon instead.  The first thing out of her mouth was, "Oh no.  That not coming out.  I not miracle worker."  No you aren't, Anne Sullivan, but you are creative, Mrs. Kwon.  She stared at it for a second as I began mentally planning Christmas arts and crafts with my poor sweater.  "I know.  We cut off sleeves!"  Not all of the sleeve. . . something like a 3/4 length sleeve.  Then she cackled,  "Better. No charge!" she was thrilled.  I was thrilled.  Of course, I liked the sweater with long sleeves but I'd prefer not to look like I'd been shat on by Papa Smurf.  <3 Mrs. Kwon

Don't hate me . . .

But I absolutely love this skirt.  I saw it on Michigan Avenue as I was walking to work this morning.  It looked like a dress, when paired with a black boatneck top.  Ahhhmazing.

I could literally wear almost everything in Ann Taylor.  She was an annoying broad while I was attempting to purchase bridesmaids' dresses from her for my wedding but she's matured.