How to Create a Messy Side Chignon

So I was seeing side parts galore for hair at New York Fashion Week for Fall 2013. Mind you, I already rock a side part but these were deep side parts. I also saw messy chignons. I thought I would get a bit creative for last night's Hispanicize event here in Chicago, to FINALLY meet my Facebook buddy and try one myself.

Those that saw Tuesday's post, look at my skin. No foundation. The peel worked.

This was AFTER the party and after getting nachos at Uncle Joe's with my long lost girlfriend who I ran into. There is no one better to eat nachos with and laugh at extremely loud decibels. Anywho,  here are 3 easy steps to get the messy side chignon.*

1. Curl hair in very large sections (I did about 8 sections) with a 1" barrel iron. You hair should already have a deep part because once it is curled, it will curl in that direction. Make sure you use a heat protecting styling product prior to.

2. Finger comb hair to the side and bunch it in your hand. Tie it. Make sure you do not use a brush, it will look too done and too perfect. We want messy.

3. Lightly mist with a finishing spray with a soft hold. No one wants crispy hair here.

I'm really into different types of parts and ponytails right now since I am growing out my hair. Any looks you are into right now?



*Products I have linked are the exact products I am currently using. The heat styling product is new to me but like it so far. The hairspray plays a serious rotation in my haircare and seems to be the one I alway run to when I run out of my Frederic Fekkai. The curling iron, I have used for 15 years and have yet to replace it. No joke.

How To: The Shaggy Bob Without Scissors

I am constantly struggling with the urge to cut my hair. Eventually, I cave and almost immediately start missing my length. I am in the process of getting my hair back to where it was and anyone who is growing out their hair knows how hard that "grow out period" is. So to compromise, I gave myself a temporary bob. After styling with a big barrel curling iron, I twisted my hair and pinned it under, leaving my short layers to hang giving the illusion of a shaggy bob. This will do for now, let's see how I feel next month.


Thanks to my mom who took these pictures in her kitchen as I was running out to brave the cold.

Saying Adieu To An Old Do {outfit post}

Micheal Stars T, BB Dakota Dress, Old Navy Vest c/o, Vintage Jacket, Old Navy Tights (clearance, holla!) Vince Camuto Shoes, Necklace Homemade (I had extra buttons hanging around)

So I got a hair cut! Last week after attending my girl's performance with her band @thicknessband, a fellow band member, hairstylist and my new homeboy @jaytwice informed me that he opened up his new salon @jjhairstudio. Following me so far, I speak tweet?! Well he discussed in not so nice terms the condition of my hair and insisted (rather harassed me on twitter) I come to him. Let me say this man is very confident about his skill with great reason and while I sat in his chair I was overwhelmed with doubts. With that said, a very sincere and public apology for any doubts. I have never received so many compliments! The hubs loved it so much, he did a double take a few days later just to tell me he loved it. Brownie points for Mr. Garza on that one. So nuff' said, Chicago head over to see John John at JJ Studio. Warning, your hair will no longer be yours, thank goodness it now belongs to him. AMEN to great hair!

I was not compensated for this post...but I should be (j/k John John).

XOXO