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A Blow Dry Lounge: Easy, Fun and Affordable #BeStyledBlowdry

What a fun event I attended the other night @bestyledblowdry. A few area bloggers were treated to a blow dry at this newest salon that just offers blow drys. No cuts, color or fuss – just a nice blow dry! The atmosphere at Be Styled in Chestnut Hill was fab! They have yummy treats in elegantly displayed vases and offered us tea and even a glass of champagne. They give a nice wash, offer deep conditioning treatments ($15.00) and any type of blow dry you want for $35.00. What?? You didn’t know there were types of blow drys? Neither did I!  I usually just blow dry my hair straight. But after having a very nice consultation I went with the be swirly blow dry. It gives your hair a little wave and my stylist added a few turns of the curling iron. My hair looked great. I like how you can buy the mini style for your younger child and they even have 3, 6 and 12 packs of blow drys.  The month of style is cool too with 4 blow drys,1 deep conditioning treatment,and 10% off all products. The staff is just great and it is a nice way to get a quick pampering for yourself. Also, I am going on day three of not washing my hair (yes, hair dressers say NOT to wash your hair every day) and it still looks great – with the swirl and all still in it!

Disclosure: As part of a blogger campaign I was treated to a free blow dry (and some tasty food and cupcakes!) All opinions are my own.

 

my session at By Styled
my session at By Styled
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Nail Polish

Nail Polish Trends

Now that September is here so are the dark nail polishes – my favorite – think oxblood and navy colors this season. Of course you can always stick with traditional colors like red or my all time favorite from essie called ballet slippers which is a light pink. In fact these sheers from essie really never go out of style.   You have probably seen the already designed stickers like these from essie.  I have yet to try them but they seem pretty easy to use and are very on trend right now. My go to favorite is OPI’s Lincoln Park After Dark. 

I also have a few kits to test out including a dark french manicure and the velvet manicure from Ciate.  It’s just something a bit different to try and make your nails stand out!

 

Dark nail colors for fall
Dark nail colors for fall
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Nail Polish Trends

Now that September is here so are the dark nail polishes – my favorite – think oxblood and navy colors this season. Of course you can always stick with traditional colors like red or my all time favorite from essie called ballet slippers which is a light pink. In fact these sheers from essie really never go out of style.   You have probably seen the already designed stickers like these from essie.  I have yet to try them but they seem pretty easy to use and are very on trend right now. My go to favorite is OPI’s Lincoln Park After Dark. 

I also have a few kits to test out including a dark french manicure and the velvet manicure from Ciate.  It’s just something a bit different to try and make your nails stand out!

 

Dark nail colors for fall
Dark nail colors for fall
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Nail Polish Uncategorized

Nail Polish Trends

Now that September is here so are the dark nail polishes – my favorite – think oxblood and navy colors this season. Of course you can always stick with traditional colors like red or my all time favorite from essie called ballet slippers which is a light pink. In fact these sheers from essie really never go out of style.   You have probably seen the already designed stickers like these from essie.  I have yet to try them but they seem pretty easy to use and are very on trend right now. My go to favorite is OPI’s Lincoln Park After Dark. 

I also have a few kits to test out including a dark french manicure and the velvet manicure from Ciate.  It’s just something a bit different to try and make your nails stand out!

 

Dark nail colors for fall
Dark nail colors for fall
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Events

Back to School!

The summer went by so fast. I cannot believe school is in session! We were just swimming in the ocean last week and were even swimming in the pool on Monday. Now they are back and the house is a bit quiet, but not for long.  All the sports, activities and homework will be starting soon enough.  I loved seeing all the back to school photos on social media all day long on Tuesday. Here are my little ones (no really that little anyone!) geeze…..where does the time go????

First Day of School
First Day of School

 

 

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Back to School!

The summer went by so fast. I cannot believe school is in session! We were just swimming in the ocean last week and were even swimming in the pool on Monday. Now they are back and the house is a bit quiet, but not for long.  All the sports, activities and homework will be starting soon enough.  I loved seeing all the back to school photos on social media all day long on Tuesday. Here are my little ones (no really that little anyone!) geeze…..where does the time go????

First Day of School
First Day of School

 

 

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Events

Back to School!

The summer went by so fast. I cannot believe school is in session! We were just swimming in the ocean last week and were even swimming in the pool on Monday. Now they are back and the house is a bit quiet, but not for long.  All the sports, activities and homework will be starting soon enough.  I loved seeing all the back to school photos on social media all day long on Tuesday. Here are my little ones (no really that little anyone!) geeze…..where does the time go????

First Day of School
First Day of School

 

 

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Clothes

Fall Fashions #DiscoverMC @middlesexcommon @Burlington_Rack @Nordstroms_Rack

Well, technically it still is summer but that does not mean you can’t fit in a little fall shopping fun! Alana @goodgrlgoneblog helped me choose a couple fun outfits for back to school (I mean for fall!) at Nordstroms Rack in Burlington. They have the best selection of designer clothes at affordable prices.

In early September it is so hard to think about fall clothes as we live in New England and the weather could be hot!  I always look for transitional pieces for this time – think lightweight, yet neutral.  I chose one dressy outfit – a black and white dress. I can wear it now and when the colder weather hits I will just add leggings, boots, a leather jacket or black sweater. Really, this dress can be worn all year.  The second outfit is more casual. With the neutral lightweight tank and top it can be worn now as well as into the colder weather. I also found a pair of Joe’s legging jeans (my favorite!) to complete the look.  What do you think?

You can win a fall fashion shopping spree at Middlesex Common for $250!   Check out their facebook page or enter here to win.

 

Disclosure: Middlesex Commons, Burlington provided me the budget to purchase the two outfits below. All opinions in this post are my own.

Fall Fashion
Fall Fashion

 

 

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Clothes

Fall Fashions #DiscoverMC @middlesexcommon @Burlington_Rack @Nordstroms_Rack

Well, technically it still is summer but that does not mean you can’t fit in a little fall shopping fun! Alana @goodgrlgoneblog helped me choose a couple fun outfits for back to school (I mean for fall!) at Nordstroms Rack in Burlington. They have the best selection of designer clothes at affordable prices.

In early September it is so hard to think about fall clothes as we live in New England and the weather could be hot!  I always look for transitional pieces for this time – think lightweight, yet neutral.  I chose one dressy outfit – a black and white dress. I can wear it now and when the colder weather hits I will just add leggings, boots, a leather jacket or black sweater. Really, this dress can be worn all year.  The second outfit is more casual. With the neutral lightweight tank and top it can be worn now as well as into the colder weather. I also found a pair of Joe’s legging jeans (my favorite!) to complete the look.  What do you think?

You can win a fall fashion shopping spree at Middlesex Common for $250!   Check out their facebook page or enter here to win.

 

Disclosure: Middlesex Commons, Burlington provided me the budget to purchase the two outfits below. All opinions in this post are my own.

Fall Fashion
Fall Fashion

 

 

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Clothes

Fall Fashions #DiscoverMC @middlesexcommon @Burlington_Rack @Nordstroms_Rack

Well, technically it still is summer but that does not mean you can’t fit in a little fall shopping fun! Alana @goodgrlgoneblog helped me choose a couple fun outfits for back to school (I mean for fall!) at Nordstroms Rack in Burlington. They have the best selection of designer clothes at affordable prices.

In early September it is so hard to think about fall clothes as we live in New England and the weather could be hot!  I always look for transitional pieces for this time – think lightweight, yet neutral.  I chose one dressy outfit – a black and white dress. I can wear it now and when the colder weather hits I will just add leggings, boots, a leather jacket or black sweater. Really, this dress can be worn all year.  The second outfit is more casual. With the neutral lightweight tank and top it can be worn now as well as into the colder weather. I also found a pair of Joe’s legging jeans (my favorite!) to complete the look.  What do you think?

You can win a fall fashion shopping spree at Middlesex Common for $250!   Check out their facebook page or enter here to win.

 

Disclosure: Middlesex Commons, Burlington provided me the budget to purchase the two outfits below. All opinions in this post are my own.

Fall Fashion
Fall Fashion