The Only 3 Products You Need to Grow Out Your Hair Now

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I promised myself two things by the time I turn 30. One, have lunch under the Eiffel Tower (unlike Guy de Maupassant I think it is beautiful) and two, have my curls down my back the way it was in college. It was that wild, long and crazy hair that I believed made the hubs fall in love in the first place. I figured since I get scissor happy every three months, I would give myself a year and a half to get my hair where it needs to be. However, it doesn't come without self control and the help of these three key products.


1. Hair oil

I discovered this product a while ago but it wasn't until an emergency bobbi pin run at Rick's NYC in Astoria, Queens that I actually tried it. Guess what? It works. Be sure to not use too much of this oil as it does weigh hair down a bit, a small price to pay for longer locks.

2. A clean scalp

I received a sample of this product when I went to Hispanicize and then again in the mail from Influenster. I cannot wash my hair with any other shampoo now. My hair is softer, fuller, more manageable and CLEAN!!!!

3. An old fashioned brushing

I have wanted this brush for a long time but the price always scared me. I ended up getting the pocket size for a fraction of the cost and absolutely love it. It takes me twice as long to brush my hair but did I mention a fraction of the cost? Although the more I use it, the more I think I will splurge for the full size.

Clueless {Snapped}

Spotted these on a blogger at NYFW. The second she said they were Alaia all I thought was the scene in Clueless when Alicia Silverstone's character gets mugged. Nice right?

How You Can Still Wear Your Spring Look Now {Personal Style}

sweater: H&M (similar here) | pant: H&M (similar here) | boot: Steve Madden (similar here)

As with any major change in life, some things have to give in order to make way for something else. I've said it a million times before and I will say it again, my shopping budget gave and in a major way. With that said, I find myself wearing the same outfit over and over again. Since this major project I am working on requires a lot of behind the scenes work, I usually do not mind. But what happens when you have to run out for a quick errand or to visit family. What would they think if I wore the same old frocks over and over again? Here is what they would think "she works in fashion?" Hey, I would judge me too.

What I have begun to do is dig into my Spring and Summer bin to see what pieces I can use for layering. Here I went for bold with color using the same fun printed pant from H&M that bloggers when gaga over back in May. I bought mine in June and am decided October would be a great go at it. I added high boots to cover the fact that they are a crop pant, a long tank with a sweater layered over. What piece do you find yourself wanting to wear this season still? Why don't you and if you did, how would you?



Thanks to my mom who looked like she found a new hobby in photography.

Rust {Snapped}

She was waiting for someone. I do not know who nor did I ask, I just SNAPPED. Yet another great look I saw at NYFW this year.

What to Wear? Part Two

So I made it out to JcPenny to browse the new Liz Claiborne collection. I was very sad that my local "penny's" was out of a size 4 in EVERY bottom. I kid you not. I already had my heart set on a certain pant so I bit the bullet and brought home a 6. I figured I can exchange them later when a 4 comes in, if not my tailor can add one more item to my ever growing "hey, I lost another pound so take this in" pile. So here are my two casual looks that I planned for Analiese's very simple 3rd birthday. What to wear?

Outfit One:

I love how versatile this boat neck sweater can be and it was the first thing I grabbed. I thought pairing it with a bright ankle pant can play it up just a bit. 

I can just as easily go with 

Outfit Two: 

Everyone who knows me knows that I live in denim. This denim shirt was comfortable, casual and chic all at one. Hello?! That is so me. The snake print pant had been on my list for a while so when this project came up, well, hello again!

Mind you the pants are a size too big and you know I plan on "stylin' it up with some shoes" a la' Carrie Bradshaw but you get the idea. Now, let the voting begin. What outfit should I wear?
Vote for the outfit you think I should wear and tell me which is your favorite item I bought! I included links to the pieces from my outfits but be sure to visit jcpenney  for more classic pieces.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of jcpenney. The opinions and text are all mine.

Macy's & Vanidades Magazine Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

I'm still mad that he didn't play Black Magic Woman last time I saw his perform, but I'm not mad a the rocker's collection of shoes. I'll be celebrating my Hispanic Heritage at Macy's State St today at 6 and coming home with a new pair. Where will you be?

Coffee Cups & Hot Chocolate {Being Mom}

Seasons change and plans do as well. With a new home, new plans and new ideas, I have been thinking a lot about the direction of my own career to make more time to enjoy the simple things in life. The love and laughter that my family brings. I've worked hard as a stylist, working on photo shoots and shopping trips but I find the mother's guilt to be stronger than the satisfaction from work. I'm taking time to reflect and find a way to make it work for my happiness, his and hers. Today, I am taking the day to plan her 3rd birthday, plan out my "home remodel" for the week, spending time with my dad who is in town until Sunday and just being mom. In the meantime, check out these (new to me) blogs I have discovered.

Funny how an outfit can inspire a whole room.

My name is Mommy and I am a blogger.

I am having coffee from now on with an Artistpreneur. 

How to travel with little ones from one of NYC's most fashionable.

I learned from Knots Collective from here.