Because I am so clearly obsessed with this new style I tried for summer, I got a little carried away when it came to styling it. There was just so much I could do with these goddess locs versus my regular hair.
So, to celebrate this carefree summer version of myself, I did a little tutorial video of some of the easiest ways I've found to style them. If you have any questions about how I installed these (or about anything else), leave 'em below!
Taking advantage of the sweet joys of a fleeting summer
These days you'll find me doing everything I can to make this magical summer feeling last forever. That includes impulse buying lace trimmed rompers (on Amazon of all places!) that I know I will only realistically be able to wear once or twice before fall snatches my tan away from me.
"For less than the price of a Chipotle burrito with guac (always with quac), there was no justifiable reason not to get this romper..."
I tried not to buy this romper on account of the fact that I really didn't need it—I'm trying to be an adult and save my dollars—but Amazon's prices can be ridiculously affordable. For less than the price of a Chipotle burrito with guac (always with quac), there was no justifiable reason not to get this romper, even if I would only wear it a few times.
I know the joy I get from this summery romper is fleeting, with September right around the corner, but it's one I think we all should experience sometime: the joy that comes from something being made sweeter by its impermanence. Summer, along with this super cheap romper, won't last forever, but I'll celebrate them both while they're here.
A story about how a hair change can change your life
If you've read any of my previous posts this summer you'll know there was one thing I wanted more than anything. More than a tropical vacation, more than a summer filled with rooftop parties, I wanted to simply feel carefree, however that feeling came about.
"...but with one small change, I finally figured it out: hair. It always comes down to hair, doesn't it?"
It was a hard feeling to get a grasp on, between working odd writing shifts and the continued career search. How was I supposed to feel carefree when I in fact had so much to care about? But, with one small change, I finally figured it out: hair. It always comes down to hair, doesn't it?
I've never tried any hairstyle like this before, but with the addition of boho locks a la Lisa Bonet and Zoe Kravitz (major hair inspo), I feel like I have not a care in the world. Nothing has changed, fundamentally — I still have two jobs — but when I whip my hair around, all feels right in the world.
A story about how a hair change can change your life
If you've read any of my previous posts this summer you'll know there was one thing I wanted more than anything. More than a tropical vacation, more than a summer filled with rooftop parties, I wanted to simply feel carefree, however that feeling came about.
"...but with one small change, I finally figured it out: hair. It always comes down to hair, doesn't it?"
It was a hard feeling to get a grasp on, between working odd writing shifts and the continued career search. How was I supposed to feel carefree when I in fact had so much to care about? But, with one small change, I finally figured it out: hair. It always comes down to hair, doesn't it?
I've never tried any hairstyle like this before, but with the addition of boho locks a la Lisa Bonet and Zoe Kravitz (major hair inspo), I feel like I have not a care in the world. Nothing has changed, fundamentally — I still have two jobs — but when I whip my hair around, all feels right in the world.
Three bras you need to feel like a fancy adult woman
I was pretty happy with my bra collection up until recently. I had collected enough everyday T-shirt bras, a few push-ups and a go-to strapless for whenever the outfit called for one, but none of them felt special. Correction, none of them made me feel like a fancy French woman—which is what I believe quality lingerie should make you feel like.
...but none of them felt special. Correction, none of them made me feel like a fancy French woman—which is what I believe quality lingerie should make you feel like.
I stopped into Journelle SoHo, a dreamy boutique lingerie shop (with free chocolates!), and decided to change that. I stumbled upon some of the most delicately beautiful bras I'd ever seen, but they were also some of the most expensive. I'm used to paying at most $30 for a bra, but most here were about double that. Once I inspected each one, I saw why.
I tried on about eight bras during my research and went home with three of my favorites.
This bra is currently the most luxurious bra I own. It was also the one I had the hardest time deciding on. It's obviously a beautiful bra, but would it be practical? It turns out, I didn't care if it was practical. It was pretty, and lacy and I feel like Catherine Deneuve would've worn it.
I also had a hard time choosing size.
I'm convinced I'm a modest 36C, but the shopgirl told me 34D would be a better fit. Now, never have I ever in all my life felt like D cup, and when I tried that size it just felt tight. According to her, bras should feel uncomfortable initially because they haven't stretched to fit your frame, yet.
I went in Journelle with a goal of avoiding basic bras—I wanted the most extravagant and romantic ones they had to offer. Then, I tried this bra on and there was no way I was leaving it behind. It's impossibly comfortable and provides amazing support, while still having pretty lace detailing. It can also be turned into a racerback bra, too!
I love bralettes because they are effortlessly luxurious. No extra padding or cups—just you and a little lace. They're also the most comfortable things ever, so I knew I was going home with this one.
