twisted sister.

found here.

This is such a pretty up-do! I love all of the texture and dimension it adds to her hair- the [colors] are stunning! A wonderful style for weddings are fun parties! :)
You'll need; {bobby's, hairspray and a good back-combing brush.}

vintage inspiration.

I have been so obsessed with these vintage inspired styles. The hair, makeup, clothes...EVERYTHING! They're beautiful!

Found here.

The styles we are seeing right now aren't necessarily {new} , but they certainly are chic! All of these style's are so elegant and sophisticated yet so simplistic. I love it all- the hair, the makeup, and the fashion.

The hair requires an awesome back-combing job and some amazing hairspray..maybe a few bobby's if you have any layers. Hair has moved from being styled to sculpted. And that's how it should be!! Let's face it, for so long we could get away with just blow-drying and flat-ironing, but style is evolving!

If you're changing your hair routine, change up your makeup too!! What's {in} now is BOLD eyes [think thick winged liner and black mascara], GLOWING skin, PINK cheeks and NUDE shadows and lips! :)

To complete this look is your outfit! Flowy skirts, block colors, stripes, LACE and gold/brass jewelry! 

how to; braid love.

A few of us at Pistachio put together another how to video for you. Enjoy! :)

Here is a super cute and simple style that is perfect to rock at the beach or on a night out! 

If you don't have naturally curly hair you have a few options to create these waves.

1. use a salt spray on damp hair, scrunch and let it go!

2 use a 1in. clip-less iron and wrap 1in. sections in opposite directions. You can use a regular barrel iron as well(just watch out for creases.)

 

 

You can see this and more here..

From your part take pieces and create a french braid down the front to the side. Secure with bobby pins.

Get creative!! You can add another braid down the side or just keep the one. Make the braid thick or thin depending on your hair thickness and length. 

*Remember that the picture is a guide and it won't look the same on everyone! :) Happy Styling...............

how-to: pretty twist

This is my favorite thing to do right now.. If only my hair was longer.

 

It is so simple. 

1. Take two triangle sections; one on each side of your face. 

(End of the eyebrow back to top of the ear.)

2. Taking both pieces at the same time bring them back.

3. Cross the right section over the left. ONCE.

4. The new piece in your right hand goes over twice. The piece in your left goes under once.

5. Pull tight and secure with bobby pins (1 on each end, straight through.) 

--To add height to the top take the end of a rat tail comb and pull up. No teasing necessary! :)

You can continue the twists all the way down or just stick with one. 

I hope this video brings you fun simple styling!

Happy Friday! :)

inspired--winged liner, nude shadows.

winged liner

This is by far my favorite makeup trend. It is so simple to do and it makes your eyes POP!!! You just need a few things for this one.

Light-Medium ash brown shadow/pencil for brows.

Light golden brown shadow.

White/iridescent shadow.

Black Mascara.

Black Liquid liner.

1. Start with your shadow-using a crease brush "pat" in circular motions the golden-brown shadow color; working from the outside in.{just in creases} If it is too light you can add another layer. Swipe the brush over your lids with what is left on the brush. If necessary blend the shadow between creases and brows. Repeat on the other side.

2. Using the lighter{white} shadow, apply in the corners of your eyes working your way in and under neath brows. {it should all be blended, from white to golden brown.} Repeat on the other side.

3. Using your angled brush, fill in brows.

4.Next using your liquid liner, start in the center of your lid creating a smooth line to the outside and angling it up slightly. From the center, continue the line in to the corner of your eye. Repeat on the other side. This creates the winged effect, it should be thin to thick.  

{For a more dramatic effect you can make the line longer and thicker off the corners of your eye.}

5. Lastly, apply your mascara. For best results layer it on. The first 2 layers should be thin to avoid clumpy lashes.

Optional; take your angled brush and use some of the golden-brown shadow to swipe along the outside corner of the lower lid. :)

Change the colors up to what works best for you. Makeup is yet another form of expression and should represent you! 

If you don't get the winged effect down perfect, just practice. You'll have it perfected in no time!

Tomorrow's Friday...finally :)

we love to party.

Summer parties are the best. They can start and end whenever you want. Even though the world sees us as grown-ups, I think many of us still hold onto our summer vacations. When you don't care if you have work in the morning, or what day it is..that's how you know its summer. Summer isn't official for me until my birthday. June 22, which just so happens to be the day after the calendar says its officially summer. That's my little kick off. :)

braid love.

 I love this! It's probably the easiest thing to do and when it's finished it looks as if you actually spent more than 3 minutes on it. :) No summer hair is complete without at least one braid. This is perfect for day time bbq's or evening soiree's. 

polished perfection.

So pretty! This style is perfect for a summer weeding!! It's still playful yet super sophisticated. Adding a bow to the back will funk it up or wear it as is. Your call.

Figure out your style or change it up. It is {almost} summer afterall..... :)