$8 hair cut?

Ummm...heck yes! Hair cuts are ridiculously overpriced most of the time. To save money, I go to hair salon schools. In Dallas I go to The Salon Professional Academy. Their instructors come around at beginning and end to check on their work. All the services are SO CHEAP it's incredible. I only get cuts but my girl Brittany has gotten some fabulous color and highlights done there. Of course it depends on the student, but generally, I think they are all very trustworthy. If you need to cut some expenses- this is the way to go!

inspire yourself.

this article (thanks alicia)+ SoYouThinkYouCanDance tour = 
SO inspiring I'm dancing again!

Last Wednesday, I got this article from my love, Alicia. That night, I went to see SYTYCD with my friend, Brittany, in Dallas. I got home at 11pm and instead of crawling into bed, I got online and searched for dance classes. It has been two years since I have danced and the urge to get back in the studio is KILLING ME. Now- I am starting a contemporary and hip hop class at Denton Dance Conservatory. Even though I danced for 20 years, it was so intimidating to get back into it.  I made so many excuses. Then I realized that if I look back at my life in 10 years, I will be so disappointed in myself if I don't dance. So- whatever your passion may be- go for it while you are young and free. Totally unintentional rhyme there.

when she dances by PrettyLittleProducts on Polyvore.com

I could not live without mascara.

Let's talk about my love for mascara. In particular my favorite brand, L'Oreal  Paris Voluminous Mascara. There are so many variations of this one formula, I guarantee you'll find one just for you. 
 
First let's discuss water proof. I would only wear water proof in situations where it is really needed. Weddings, beach, water parks, really sad movies, to watch SYTYCD, etc.  Their formula is GREAT but it doesn't give you as long of lashes as non water proof. Wore it on my wedding day. You will need makeup remover to get this stuff off.
 
Brush shape- curved or straight. I'm trying the curved brush for the first time and I don't find it to be too different. It is a lot easier to get all of your lashes covered so if you're mascara-challenged- go for the curve.  It'll help decrease clumping (ew).
 
Color. Carbon Black is DRAMATIC. Brownish black is perfect for everyday wear. Charcoal is a subtle difference.
 
What they all do- make your lashes 5x's longer and fuller. I love how soft they make my lashes
feel. No flaking. No smudging. I leave for work at 6am and can come in a 12am looking just as fresh. It's incredible.

its the last day of summer.

Unless you live in the south. In Texas we're still enduring 100 degree weather. I am SO over it too.  I forgot what 72 degrees feels like. Which brings me to the question- when is it ok to start wearing BOOTS! I don't think I can wait any longer. Your thoughts?
 

great article.

http://health.yahoo.net/experts/healthieryou/7-tricks-speedier-metabolism

no lie, insta dry!

Taking the advice of a very stylish chica, Courtney, I bought Sally Hensen's Insta Dry (in just a minute) polish in Jumping Jade. It actually dries in a minute and has the AMAZING flattened brush that let's you get the entire nail in one stroke. It may be the most perfect polish ever. It comes in tons of great shades for fall.  Thank you Courtney!

this stuff works.

My good friend Leslee  recommended Veet Hair Remover Gel Cream (in the pink bottle)   to me the other day. Over the years I have experimented with numerous hair remover systems claiming to do what Veet does- but none have ever proved successful. After applying for just 5 minutes, I wiped away to a silky smooth surface. The smell on your skin isn't that AWFUL stench that you think of- its a nice scent but it may linger a bit in the bathroom but not for long. Definitely recommend trying for your bikini line and I am going to experiment on other areas soon. Thank you Leslee!

to dye for.

i haven't change my hairstyle in ohhh around 6 years. i keep it long with layers. maybe change the length of the bangs every now and then. but it's the same cut.  sooo to spice things up i LOVE to color my hair at home.  Naturally I am pretty sure my hair is a golden dirty blonde/brown.  I prefer to be brunette and I also like to do semi permanent hair color.

Clairol's Natural Instincts let's me do this WITHOUT over drying or damaging my long hair. You can only go darker with semi permanent home color (to be safe). If you want to go lighter, go to a professional (just be sure not to say you want to go from dark brown to white blonde, trust me, it results in tears- it takes MULTIPLE trips to your stylist to reach that level of blond).  The lighter your hair is, the more the color will stick and stay around. FYI- while it is semi permanent color- it doesn't really fade completely. I just went red- Medium Auburn Cinnaberry. Never done it before- but I think I'm loving it. Here are  all the shades I have tried. Never disappointed.

Razzberry Fizz is ONLINE

If you can't make it to clemson, you can click on this link to shop online. My visit home, I loaded up on some Lilly. While preppy is not my style, pretty is! Lilly Pulitzers line of accessories are to DIE for. I got-
 

and ipod cover

circle note pad/holder

coffee thermos

umbrella

I also got this amazing mini file organizer that I have decided to use as my wallet and some fabulous coasters (because you can never have enough coasters)!

watch the runaways.

dakota fanning. 

kristen stewart.

rock n roll. 

70's fashion.

sensationally sexy.

totally inappropriate for kids. 

im obsessed. 

3 unusual uses for Neosporin

1. Put in on your cuticles to keep them hydrated and healed. Makes hands look really healthy.
2. Razor burn. Not kidding.
3. After I apply Clean & Clear solution on a zit, I dab on Neosporin so that it won’t over dry my skin and it prevents scars from developing on your face. After zit is gone, keep putting on to speed up the healing process. Your face will love you.

for the bobby pin addicts.

I don’t know how I would live without the bobby pin. Not kidding. But since I discovered Goody’s Spin Pin- I realize THIS product is even better. These two twisty things have the power of 20 bobby pins. My vacuum is already celebrating. Any of these celebrity styles are achievable with this simple tool. I'm rocking the side bun myself today. Check it out.
1. Gather your hair at the nape of your neck (no ponytail holder needed).
2. Twist your hair into a tight bun and tuck in the ends.
3. Spin one pin in from the top and the other up from the base, taking care not to interlock pins