It's HUMID. That's why.

I am not a "summer person".

 I dislike the heat and sweating and *glistening* and humidity and all that is associated with this. I do like the spring warmth and the fall chill and I like being cozy inside when its freezing and snowing outside. 

Hair issues are big for me in the summer because my hair does not naturally dry straight or curly, but instead a weird semi-curly, wavy, straight on the top, frizz. It's AWESOME. 

I am also trying to grow some pesky side bangs out. FUN.

My friend told me she was going out to dinner and was worried about her hair frizzing due to the humidity.   So, I put together a tutorial for her on how to do my easy-peasy summer hair style.

Step 1: Take a section of hair at part line and start braid

Step 2: Add one section of hair from hair line to braid after one round of braiding

Step 3: Continue braiding and pin with a bobby pin above ear or just past it.

Ya done!

 I slept on my hair wet and I looked like I had brushed out a terrible perm, so I opted to throw it in a bun. That's basically the best part though, it looks good up or down, so versiiitile. 

Happy Weekend! Tell me what you do to deal with heat!

It's good no? xx

Running with jewels.

This is going to be a bit all over the place.

I ran my FIRST race (a couple of wknds ago), a 5K, in NYC for Hope for the Warriors, a non-profit that supports families of soldiers injured or fallen in Iraq and Afghanistan. It was awesome, I loved every minute of  racing and I totally surprised myself by finishing in 26:05 minutes!! Up until the race I had been running 10 minute miles, but during the race I ran an average of 8.60 minutes per mile. Joy.

I think I am totally addicted, I cant wait to do another and have been thinking more seriously about doing a Marathon once I build up to that kind of distance. I definitely have my ups and downs with running, some days I feel super accomplished and others my legs are just draaaagging. 

Now for the pretty:

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Elva Fields makes these stunning necklaces along with a collection of earrings. She also does bridal work and her images of brides with these pretty pretty necklaces on are so gorgeous. I love a good statement necklace.

Its good, no? xx

P.S. Dont forget to watch Million Dollar Decorators tonight on Bravo. I adore Mary Mcdonald:

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I mean look at this room...

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Absurd(ly awesome).

Obsessed: Emerson Made

Sporadic blogging at its finest. I promise this will make up for it.

 I was perusing my usual blogs that I check every morning when Coco + Kelley reminded me of this seriously FANTASTIC company called Emerson Made . (Thank you a million times, C+K.)

Check. It. Out. 

LBD Perfection. my #1 pick.

Little Swimmers. 

Great styling.

Red. French Cuff. Skinny Pant. I need.

I am a Leo..*hint hint*

The only time I have ever liked red and black together.

 Everything is so modern with a vintage twist, but streamlined and simple. 

Plus the quality looks impeccable. 

 I adore and if i had lots and lots of dollars I would own it all. 

(Plus how amazing is Emerson's hair color??)

It's Good, no? (yes very good)

Oh P.S. Coco + Kelley, hope you do not mind that I was inspired by your post, just wanted to share the goodness!!