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The Beauty Shakeup – Instagram/Blog Challenge!

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It’s a new year, bright, shiny and sparkly and that means it’s time for a new challenge! I had so much fun with 30 Days of Lippy last year and Kimberley from Pop Couture and I have been chatting about a way to up the ante and challenge ourselves (and you) to shakeup the makeup again. Meet The Beauty Shakeup.

#beautyshakeup
Last time we tackled lipstick exclusively, but if you weren’t a lipstick obsessive hoarder lover, like me then you kinda had nowhere to go. So this time around, we wanted to give everyone more freedom and get as many people involved as possible. So we’ve broadened the shake up criteria. You’ve got one keyword per day to prompt your look. Take Day 5, for example “Bold” – you can choose to interpret that as a bold lipstick, a bold eye makeup look, a bold manicure… or even a bold hairstyle. Ultimately the list lends itself to beauty, but if fashion is more your thing, you can join in with your daily outfit too!

Let yourself get inspired, create a look based on the word of the day, then photograph it and post it to Instagram with the hashtag #BeautyShakeUp so we can all delight in your creation. You can even blog about your look, review the product in question or do a weekly highlights package (don’t you just love those?!) Whatever floats your boat!

If you do blog/vlog about the challenge, please let me know by commenting here or over at Pop Couture, Kimberley’s killer blog.

Can’t wait to see what you come up with. Stay connected with us on Instagram @rosemaryslade & @popcouturist.

{ Editor’s note: Day 14′s prompt is matte and Day 15′s prompt is pink, however we realise that Day 14 is also Valentine’s Day, so anyone wishing to switch days 14 & 15 so they can wear pink for V Day, please do!}

Love,
Rosie xox

Vintage Print

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Vintage floral print dress The Row Sunglasses brunette balayage long hairVintage floral print dress

IMG_6981Vintage floral print dress The Row Shades black and whiteVintage floral print dress gold necklaces The Row shades close upVintage floral print dress gold necklace rose patternVintage floral print dress black and whiteIt’s so nice to be back in Australia. And hello summer! It’s my last week at work and I’m looking forward to some time off with friends and family over Christmas. I’m heading to the Hunter Valley for a few days over the break and I can’t wait. Fresh food, good conversation, swimming, running around barefoot, the sunshine in my eyes, driving with the windows down, staying up late… Ahhh bliss. What are you doing for Christmas? What’s your favourite thing about summer? Let me know!

Wearing // Dress: inherited from my Nanna, Shoes: ZU Shoes, Shades: The Row via Net-a-Porter – sold out but similar here, Bottom Necklace: thrifted at Crows Nest Markets, Top Necklace: gifted by a friend similar here, Earrings: Wicked Sista

Love,
Rosie xox

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Sephora and what I bought there

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You know how they refer to Disneyland as ‘The Magic Kingdom’? Sephora should be called that too. I would also be quite content to dub it The Happiest Place on Earth. The fact that the first Sephora I visited was actually inside Downtown Disneyland made it all the more magical.

Not only does the name deserve to be up in lights, but it should have an exclamation mark too.

Sephora! *jazz hands*

I’d run out of quite a few things before I left for the US and stubbornly refused to replace them (I actually lived without concealer and powder for several weeks. Let’s just say it wasn’t pretty). So I had a bit of a list.

I was like a kid at, erm… Disneyland.

Let me paint a picture for you: I stepped across the threshold, eyes darting around at the enormous (yet perfectly ordered) selection, my brain vaguely cataloguing brand names and locations as I went.

It’s like Mecca Cosmetica and the entire beauty floor of David Jones had a baby. And it got all the best genes.

I spent a solid hour browsing. I could have spent so much longer, but both the boy and his brother were waiting patiently and we did have a room check-out to make.

I didn’t get everything on my list, but I did do well. And picked up a few other things too.

Many of these were things I actually needed. Some were things I didn’t know I needed. Others were things I needed and so much more. Yet others were duplicates of things I needed.

(Meh… who among you wouldn’t try two different brands of black eyeliner?)

And then, of course, I splurged a little — as one does when on vacation — and grabbed a few things that I was all wanty for as well.

Alterna Caviar Replenishing Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner.

An essential buy because I was about to run out of both and was concerned I would have trouble finding hair care products that were free of sulfates and parabens (necessary as I have Great Lengths extensions and these ingredients aren’t good for the bonds.)

BareMinerals Ready Foundation SPF 20 in Golden Tan, Benefit Boi-ing Concealer in 03.

Both necessities. Although I didn’t buy the BareMinerals powder foundation to be a foundation, it was intended as a replacement for my M.A.C Prep+Prime Transparent Finishing Powder.

My helpful Sephora assistant colour matched me perfectly and pointed out that not only would it work as a powder, but it would also add more coverage. Helpful, as sometimes my foundation thins out a bit, around my lips, especially.

I was in desperate need of a new concealer. The Benefit Boi-ing won because I’ve heard great things about it and it was a perfect colour match.

Eyeko Skinny Liquid Eyeliner in Black (of which Who What Wear said “We’ve finally tracked down the perfect liquid eyeliner!” — stay tuned for my review soon) and Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes Eyeliner in 0L (matte black).

I know, it’s hard to believe I let myself almost run out of black eyeliner. *gasp*

I was using a liquid liner over the top of a dark purple M.A.C liner during my last week or so in Australia.

A special thank you to Kimmi at The Plastic Diaries and Tara of Keeping Up With Me for introducing me to MUFE Aqua Eyes (and for reminding me to buy it.) I am in love.

Those of you who have been paying attention will know how obsessed I am with YSL Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain – which I already own in 12, Corail Fauve – the plan was to buy every shade available when I got to the US.

On my first trip to Sephora though, since it was still within the first few days of my month-long holiday, I happily swatched away until I found another shade I absolutely fell in love with.

Please meet YSL Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain in 7 – Corail Aquatique. Swatches & review to come.

I’ve been obsessing over metallic nails for at least six months, so I was so happy to find these! Left is Sephora by OPI Trend Tips in Ornate (silver) and right is Sephora Nail Patch Art in A12 Gold Circles.

Michael Kors Gold – Rose Edition EDP 30ml.

“New Fragrances” was written on my beauty shopping list. I had a few ideas of which ones I wanted. This was not one of them. (Mainly because I didn’t know it existed.)

One spritz and I was sold. It had my name written all over it. (Plus, it actually had my name written all over it.)

I also loved the idea of wearing a brand new fragrance the entire time we were away. Scent can be such a powerful memory trigger, so I wanted a fragrance that would remind me of travelling around America.

Unfortunately, I can’t seem to find this fragrance anywhere in Australia (aside from on eBay.) I hope it eventually makes it to our shores.

Mini Sephora Makeup Be Gone Triple Action Cleansing Water.

Impulse buy… Near the register.

Also I forgot to bring my own makeup remover, Bioderma Créaline Micellear Water, which I’m still totally addicted to.

Total spend just over $270.00 US. Which I thought was a pretty darn good effort.

So lovelies, it’s my first Sephora haul. How did I do? Have you tried any of these products? Let me know!

Love,
Rosie xox

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Adventures in Portrait-Land or “How I ended up in front of the camera”

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I’m a huge fan of iPhoneography. And selfies. And Instagram. Seriously, I live to snap. But there’s something super special about having your portait taken by a professional photographer. And having your hair and makeup done professionally too. Which was why when I got the opportunity to participate in a Portrait Couture session with Simona Janek of gm photographics, I jumped at the chance. I just got the images back — and I’m oh-so-breathlessly happy with them! I just couldn’t wait to share. We shot four different “looks” (there are more pics to come) and strangely enough, my favourite series of images is the one where Simona and I allowed ourselves a bit more freedom in the brief and what the finished product would look like.

I had simply said “I want it to be more free” and sent her one of my favourite Pinterest boards, Daydreams & Whimsy, as inspiration. Simona was incredible in getting me to move: at times I almost felt like I was dancing, at others I felt like a mime, and at yet others I felt quite awkward. I know myself when I’m trying to get a decent shot for Instagram or twitter, I can take loads before I get a good one, so the fact that Simona did all this with me (read: totally awkward and definitely-not-a-model) was even more impressive.

During the shoot, I became hyper-aware of my body, the way I was standing and what I was doing with my face. I’m certain that I had my directions backwards for almost the entire session, since Simona kept using the phrase “your other left”, but we got there in the end. I am so happy with the finished product, it’s wonderful to have actual prints in my hands for a change… and I picked up a few little tricks for posing for the camera too!

* Relax your face by smiling softly, or by blowing some air out through your lips
* Keep your body at an angle to the camera and put your weight on your back foot to slim down your hips
* Hold your head level, then drop your chin and push it forward. It’s a bit like impersonating a turtle, but it enlogates the neck and gets rid of a potential double chin
* If you’re sitting, scoot forwards on the chair a bit to make your legs look longer
* The good old hand on the hip is a favourite for a reason: it draws the eye towards your waist, ultimately stretching you out.

Wearing: White Dress – Thrifted, Floral Garland – by Adrienne, Nails – Face of Australia Pro Colour Nail Enamel in Cool Cotton.

For more info, or to book your beautiful selves into a Portrait Couture session of your very own, check out the Portrait Couture website. I highly recommend it, it’s a wonderful treat, perfect for a gift, or a “just because” reason to spoil yourself.

Happy Friday all, I hope you have an amazing weekend!
Love,
Rosie xox

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7 Days of Braids

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I love a good style dare. 30 Days of Lippy, 7 Days of Braids… count me in! Andrea from Fox in Flats recently challenged her readers to wear some kind of braided hairstyle every day for a full week. Talk about shaking up your hair routine!

Day 1 – The Relaxed Ombré Pulled Out Braid

How To: Braid your hair, secure it with a hair tie. Then starting at the top of the braid and moving downwards pull each section out a little to make it looser and fatter. This is a great trick for fine hair, it gives instant volume and thickness.

Day 2 – Boho Braided Outstyle
How To: This is an easy-peasy way to shake up your usual all-out style. Curl (or straighten) your hair as normal, then add a few tiny braids at the front and sides of your hair. You can pin them back for a more polished look or leave them out for an urban hippy vibe.

Day 3 – Scruffy Saturday Side Braid
How To: Take a section at the front of your hair (or just off-centre) about three fingers wide, and divide it into three, begin the braid and gradually pull hair in from both the left and right until you get to your ear, then finish by plaiting the end. Secure with a hair tie. Starting at the top and moving down to the bottom gently pull each segment out a little to fatten and loosen up the braid.

Day 4 – The Fishtail Braided Cage of Curls
How To: Curl your hair, then sweep all of it to one side and gather it into the shape of a ponytail. Taking a slim section of hair from underneath on the left side bring it up and over the ponytail, then do the same with the right. The key to the fishtail braid is small sections and taken from underneath. Keep the braid very loose and soft and make sure you keep a decent chunk of curls in the section inside the fishtail. Plait the last few strands down to the end and secure with a hair tie. Fluff up the curls underneath and ensure the end of the braid curls nicely too.

Day 5 – The Wraparound Braid
How To: Sweep all your hair over your right shoulder. Starting at the edge of your hairline just below your left ear (and around about where you feel your skull bone finish) take a section of hair approx 3cm thick and divide it into three lengthways (so the beginning of the braid faces along the back of your head). Begin to plait this section, bringing in a piece from the top and a piece from the bottom as you go. Keep the braid fairly loose so your scalp doesn’t show through. When you run out of hair, continue the plait down and over your shoulder. Secure with a hair tie.

Day 6 – The Braided Topknot (aka Braid Fail)
How To: I still haven’t mastered this one (as evidenced from the ghastly photograph) and my extensions didn’t help this look either. But basically: tip your head upside down and section out an approx. 5cm wide chunk of hair in the middle at the nape of your neck. Start like a normal braid, sectioned into three and one folded over the other, pull a piece in from each side as you go. Once you get to the crown of your head, gather the remaining hair into a high ponytail and secure with a hair tie. Twist the ponytail around itself to create a topknot and pin the ends underneath with bobby pins.

Day 7 – The Headband Braid
How To: Part your hair on the side. On the side with the most hair, divide it into three equal sections, so you have some hair near your face, some in the middle and the rest which can be left with the majority of your hair at the back. Make sure you use a comb to get your sections and divisions very straight, otherwise this can look messy. Taking the middle section, divide it into three and begin like a normal plait, one piece over the other. After you’ve done left over right and right over left once, begin to pull in small sections from either side, being sure not to go outside the section. Continue down until you get to where the hair ends just above your ear, then continue with a normal plait down to the ends. Secure with a hair tie. Brush the rest of your hair out so it’s nice and soft and shiny!

Could you wear braids for seven days straight? Have you come up with any signature braided looks? Let me know. Looking for some inspiration? Check out my Hair Inspiration board on Pinterest.

Love,
Rosie xox

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The Girl with the Magic Comb

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I am NOT one of those people who just wakes up with amazing hair. I work with some of them though… and while I love admiring their perfect locks, it frustrates me that my hair requires so much attention and energy to look exactly the same. At least, I thought it did. Little did I realise that a few little tweaks to my usual hair routine would make such a major difference! Don’t worry, I’m not going to do that mysterious “I have amazing hair but I’m not going to tell you how” thing.

It all started with the delivery of a wooden comb.

I read up on Carpenter Tan’s Luxury Hair Accessories, and the benefits really astounded me. Their wooden combs are handcrafted using only the finest sustainable and ethically sourced timbers. I received the Ivy Comb in Peachwood (RRP $8.95). It’s a fine-toothed comb, naturally finished and specifically designed to reduce structural damage to the hair, while reinvigorating the scalp.

Now I was a bit dubious at first. A comb? Really? That’s it? But after using it for a month, I’ve noticed such a change in the quality and texture of my hair. Because it’s made from natural materials, it is much gentler on your hair and it helps to distribute your natural hair oils (which are so much better for your hair than any treatment) from your scalp, down through the mid-lengths and ends of your hair. Being a balayaged babe, I am keen to try anything that will help add some moisture to my poor bleached ends.

And the beautiful workmanship is just a plus, I love how pretty the combs are! Now, as you all know, I’m a Leo (so aside from loving beautiful things) my mane is my pride and joy. Anything that will improve said mane is immediately put into regular circulation. The other wonderful thing about the Carpenter Tan’s Combs is that they’re naturally anti-static. Hair static is something I struggled with until recently. But now, it’s all smooth baby smooth. After using the comb morning and evening my balayaged ends are in much better condition, they’re no longer frizzy and fried-looking and they’ve actually got some shine to them (which I didn’t have to spray in). And the extra blood-flow to my scalp has helped with some dryness and I swear has actually made my hair grow faster.

The one other plus, which I was super impressed with, is that with regular use, my blow-dries lasted much longer than usual. If you’re like me, your blow dry looks amazing the day you get it done, but after sleeping on it, it goes a bit… flat and messy. I used to wake up after a blow dry with the ends of my hair all stuck together, hair sticking out at weird angles… but using a natural wood comb has made all the difference. And I’m giving my new extensions the wooden comb treatment too. They are definitely thanking me for it!

Blow Dry Day 1
(Now, after this is when it usually all goes awry.)

Blow Dry Day 2

Still smooth, shiny and straight! It was a little knotty on the ends, but a little combing took care of that quick smart.

Blow Dry Day 3

Now I didn’t wake up quite as smooth this day, there was a little kink in the front which I had to tong to smooth out, but aside from that, I am super impressed! I’ve never had a blow dry last thing long or this well before!

Here are a few more tips on keeping your locks looking AH-MAY-ZING!

1. Sleep on a satin pillowcase – the slippery, sleek nature of the silk means your hair can slide around as much as it likes, it will be less tangled and much smoother when you awake.
2. Use a wide tooth comb to comb through wet hair – you’ll lose less hair and it’s far less damaging than trying to brush your hair straight out of the shower.
3. Just like your Mum and Nanna said – comb (or brush) your hair before you go to bed. It doesn’t have to be 100 strokes like Marcia Brady, but using a naturally based tool will help to invigorate your scalp, increase blood-flow to the hair follicles and help distribute all those good hair oils down through the shaft of the hair.
4. Use a high quality treatment at least once a week to really plump up and moisturise your ends. I love Moroccan Oil Restorative Hair Masque. And make sure you comb it through for the best possible results.
5. Always use a heat protector when heat styling your hair. I use KMS California Hot Flex Spray.

So lovelies, is your mane your pride and joy? How do you keep it in tip top condition? Let me know!

For more information on Carpenter Tan’s Luxury Hair Accessories, check out their website.

Love,
Rosie xox

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Per my disclosure statement this product was kindly sent to me for editorial consideration. I have not been compensated for this review. All opinions are my own and are honest.  

Don’t be a victim… Goldwell take a stand

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I was out on a shoot yesterday when one of my favourite hair stylists (Paula Hibbard from The Art of Hair) showed me a brilliant new viral video campaign from the incredibly talented people at Goldwell. I simply had to share it, just because it’s just so clever, so funny and so wonderfully executed. It’s only 45 seconds long, and it’s well worth a watch.

I’ve had a few home hair disasters in my time. I’ve also had a few successes, but I have a feeling they weren’t so much due to my amazing hair colouring talents as they were a complete fluke or remarkable stroke of luck.

I once decided to strip my naturally dark hair back to blonde and go red. It was not pretty. It was patchy: dark in places, white in others. I looked like a leopard, and I ended up having to go back to my favourite salon, proverbial cap in hand, begging them to help me out. I also once bleached my hair so violently that it started snapping off about two inches from my scalp. Needless to say, the horrors of home hair colour are very real to me and I always make the effort to seek professional assistance now. It’s just not worth the months of bad hair!

Have you had any home hair care wins? Or disasters? Do you always go to a salon to have your hair done? Let me know!

Happy Thursday!
Love,
Rosie xox

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5 ways to combat the “blahs”

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I’ve had a rough week. I’ve had a ghastly flu and been burderned with what my doctor referred to as “nuclear strength antibiotics”. You know those days when you just feel blah? Most mornings I walk out of the house feeling confident and amazing, but some days seem dull and drab before they’ve even begun. Luckily, I’ve developed a system for combatting blah, dull and drab. Here are my top 5 ways to pull yourself out of a blah day.

1. Wash and blow-dry (or straighten or curl) your hair. It will look fresh and shiny and smell amazing. Most of the time I am a dry shampoo addict and boy howdy it’s good stuff, but sometimes you just need supermodel hair. Favourite products: Moroccanoil Treatment Light $27.50 / 25ml, KMS California Free Shape Hot Flex Spray $31.95 / 200ml.


2. Fake bake it. There is nothing quite like a tan to make you feel glamorous, slim and sexy. But as we all know, real ones are terribly bad for us and so (hopefully) you’ve discovered the beauty of a faux glow. I’m a dedicated tanner in summer: I do a full scrub and application once a week, and a top-up application after a few days. In winter I’m lazier about it, but a gorgeous golden glow is sure to perk me up any day. Favourite products: Le Tan Fast Tan Mousse in Deep Bronze $12.99, Vani T Liquid Sunshine $28.95 and for those days where you can’t be bothered doing a full scrub and tan… Le Tan Flawless Legs Body Makeup is a lifesaver $17.99.


3. Be illuminating! An illuminator or highlighter is makeup’s answer to flat, dull and blah. It’s kind of like having your own personal lighting specialist follow you around every. single. second. Sweep a little across the high points of your face (that is: the bridge of your nose, tops of your cheekbones near the temple, on your forehead just above your brows and if you really feel super blah, dot a little in the inner corner of each eye – it makes your eyes look brighter -  and in your cupid’s bow, which is the hollow above your top lip.) Sneaky secret? Mix a liquid illuminator into your foundation for an all-over heavenly glow. Favourite products: Face of Australia Mineral Therapy Illuminator in Angel Mist $14.95 and M.A.C Mineralise Skin Finish in Lightscapade $47.00.

4. Wear a bright(er) lipstick. One thing that’s bound to put you in a good mood and put some colour in your face is a great bright lipstick. I’m pretty obsessed with some of the great corals out there at the moment. The great thing about coral is it’s like pink and orange had a baby together, which means it suits both warm and cool skintones! Coral is the perfect pick-me-up for mid-week. But if you’re after something a little more wow for the weekend, go for a deep fiery red or a boom-smash orange. Favourite products: Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipcolour in Coral Fire $16.95, Illamasqua Intense Lipgloss in Besotted $39.00 and Shop M.A.C Lipstick in Watch Me Simmer $36.00.

5. Give yourself a statement mani. There’s nothing quite like having fabulous nails. It gives you that extra bit of wow factor, it’s a conversation starter and it’s likely to get you noticed. I always get compliments when I choose a bright or unique nail colour. Plus, there’s something about having hands that look great that’s a real confidence booster. Neon yellow, bright orange, pretty pink with a glitter feature nail (like the one here) or a parade of pastel colours on your fingers (like here). Statement nails are a big blah-buster! Favourite products: Revlon Top Speed Nail Enamel in Electric and Pink Lingerie $15.95, OPI Nail Polishes in Pamplona Purple and Jade is the New Black $19.95, Sportsgirl Nail It! in Ginger $7.95, Face of Australia ProNail Enamel in Cool Cotton $6.95 and Barbados Nail Enamel in Another Daquiri Please $4.95.
Do you have a system or a great way to combat the “blahs”? Any parts of your beauty routine that instantly perk you up? Will you be trying any of my tips? Let me know!

Happy Friday!
Love,
Rosie xox

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Note: all images used above are PR shots. Layouts are my own.

MBFWA: Backstage at toi et moi (and How To Hair)

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One of my favourite catwalk looks from Mercedes Benz Fashion Week was created by KMS California and the Makeup Store for toi et moi. Two hair looks alternated on the catwalk: soft, carefree, beachy and sexy waves, and a chic, slightly messy high top knot. Makeup was focused on the eyes. I was so excited to see gorgeous black winged liner (after a few shows left out liner altogether).

Makeup Director Maria Gabriel of the Makeup Store explained that the look was inspired by the toi et moi collection. “The black winged eyeliner and white shadow was the key feature of the look. The toi et moi collection really focuses on black and white, so the makeup is a reflection of that.”

Maria and her team managed to capture the essence of francophile beauty with a clean white eye shadow on the lids, white liner on the inner corners of the eyes and gorgeously dark winged liner that both elongated and widened the model’s eyes. “The eye look is sort of Twiggy meets Cleopatra,” she said. Eyes were widened even further with masses of mascara to create gorgeously lush jet black lashes.

Hair Director Stephen Seago and his team from KMS California created two amazingly wearable hair looks for the show. (And I scored details on how to get the look yourself…)

How To Get Look 1: The Top Knot
1. Prep your hair with KMS Free Shape hot flex creme (which if you don’t own, you should. I am addicted to this stuff) and Free Shape quick blow dry lotion before you start blow drying for a beautiful smooth, glossy finish.
2. Using a soft paddle brush, section out two separate pony tails, one on the crown of your head and one just in front.
3. Back comb both pony tails to create texture and apply Hair Play dry wax for hold and definition.
4. Lightly brush each pony tail to create a smooth finish.
5. Join the ponytails together, bnringing them forward towards your face and then in a clockwise motion, begin wrapping your hair around the base to create the bun.
6. Secure the bun with bobby pins and Hair Stay maximum hold hairspray.

How To Get Look 2: Sexy Tousled Waves
1. Prep your hair with KMS California Add Volume volumising spray, being sure to apply it evenly.
2. Apply Add Volume root and body lift spray for extra va-va-voom!
3. Take large vertical sections and apply Free Shape hot flex spray (soooo addicted) to the mid-lengths and ends and then use hot tongs, ensuring you tong away from your face. (Don’t forget to tong both sides of your hair in the same direction, especially at the front.)
4. Continue around to the back of your hair (mix up the direction of tonging as you go for a more natural looking finish.)
5. Lightly brush out the sections, apply Hair Play sea salt spray to finish the beachy curl look and power dry for a sexy tousled finish.

In between model makeovers, I managed to steal Hair Director Stephen Seago (of Roar Hairdressing in Melbourne) away for a quick chat about his favourite products and a few sneaky expert tips. “I love KMS California Hair Play Dry Wax. It does absolutely everything. It’s a super easy to use spray that gives a gorgeous matte finish, great hold and that beautifully ‘undone’ look that so many people crave. Spray it into towel dried hair then blow dry for a gorgeous tousled ‘I’m not even trying’ style with a great second day hair feel (without the ick factor), or even use it in dry hair to add hold and definition. It helps create texture as too!”

As the temperature drops, hair can start to look dry and flat, so I just had to ask… what’s a girl to do in winter to keep her hair looking great?

“Every six weeks, get your hair trimmed!” he said emphatically. (And yes, that means YOU too long haired people.) “You need to keep it moisturised so make sure you get regular treatments from your hair stylist as well.” For balayaged babes like me? “KMS Colour Vitality Blonde Treatment is perfect for brightening balayaged ends and all shades of blonde, while all hair colours and types can benefit from a KMS Colour Vitality Shine & Shield treatment to lock in moisture and shine. Don’t over-dry your hair, you can still blow dry, but don’t let it over-heat and don’t stretch out the length with a brush too much while you’re drying. Let it dry naturally every once in a while too. Keep it super hydrated with Silk Sheen leave in conditioner.”

Have a great weekend!
Love,
Rosie x

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Meanwhile on Instagram…

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I’ve been shopping, eating, nail-painting, backstage at fashion week, sun-worshipping, rugging up in jumpers, jackets and leg-warmers, embracing messy hair, drinking lots of coffee, flower arranging, reading, enjoying the little things and just generally making life look better in Lo-fi.


Big fan of any of these things? You might as well join me @rosemaryslade. Don’t have instagram? No worries, check out all the pics on followgram!

What have you been up to lately? (p.s. do you like my icy ombré mani? It’s my chilly-willy winter take on the pretty pastel one I did the other day.)

Love,
Rosie xox

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