Volume is something I adore. A nice puffed sleeve, a bubble skirt, harem pants, you name it, Ive worn it. Volume in my hair is something Ive been exploring more often since my recent haircut. Today I...
I love sunny weather. Its like a new Nicole comes out to play after so many dreary days. Time to bust out the sleeveless tops and summer sandals.Fishtail top: TopshopPurple tank + grey jeggings + blu...
Remember when I said I was ready for new things for spring? I wasnt kidding. I was in New York recently for a class at the TIGI Advanced Academy and was able to get both my colour reworked [thanks ag...
Since my last post was about a new fringe, I thought Id delve into that topic. Not everyone calls it a "fringe" here in the US, but most call it "bangs". If youre a client of mine, of...
Ahoy! Its spring time, and of course that means new fashion and hair ideas. Every year there seems to be a fresh crop of florals, and I decided to wear something from a few seasons ago that feels new...
Wow. Ive done it again. Neglected this blog in favor of things like work, family, and more work. Forgive me? Since my last post Ive been back and forth across the US working for TIGI, and somewhere i...
Oh goodness, its been some time since my last post. Ive traveled to Long Beach for ISSE, I taught classes in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and San Luis Obispo. Now Im heading to New York tomorrow for f...
Lately Ive really been enjoying menswear-inspired clothing. Sometimes the great joy I get from an outfit is just in the details. A button-down collar here, a check-on-stripe-on-leopard-pri nt there.&n...
Oh January. You of cruel weather and even more cruel reminders of how much weve overindulged in food, drink, and spending from last month. January for many people is a time of austerity. Not this gir...
If youre anything like me, youve spent at least a few days on a plane this last month, or cozying up to some extra warmth like a fireplace or radiator. Or how about all that extra time youve spent bl...
Here it is! The week of Christmas is upon us. Ive just finished a very busy week in the salon, so its time to head out of town tomorrow. But before I go, I wanted to let you guys in on a sparkly secr...
Todays outfit is a bit of a mish-mash o stuff. These Gap cords from a recent post, this Forever 21 top I bought around my birthday, and a grey sweater that made the rounds last winter during the 30 f...
Oh goodness. I managed to inadvertently take a three week break from this blog. It wasnt intentional, I swear. In that time I did get to visit Idaho twice: once to celebrate Thanksgiving with my 98 y...
I realized that my last post was the first time I was showing off my new hair color, yet it was up in heidi braids, so you couldnt really see it. I managed to color my hair myself on Friday night, so...
I love a good neutral. Who doesnt? Today I decided to mix a few neutrals together in a way Ive never tried before. What do you think?In years past I never would have picked up these cords from the Ga...
Gilded Frame by graphpaperheart featuring braided jewelryFridays edition of Fringe Advice is all about the glitz. Im talking about gold. We love gold, rich hues for accessories in the fall, yes?Your ...
Oh my goodness. Overnight [and since my last post] it has dropped about 20 degrees here in the Bay Area. It went from maybe-Ill-get-away-with-this-s ummer-dress sunny to where-are-my-sweaters-Im-freez ...
Continuing my trend of wearing summer into fall from my last post, I present the most fall-ish summer dress ever. Its a vintage find Ive had for years, but I dont wear it that often. Not sure why, re...
As much as Ive been heralding the onset of fall, Ive still got to face the fact that its warm in Oakland. Were talking sunny and 70-85 degrees during the day. So you can understand if I decide to wea...
I had such a great Halloween! I didnt go out and party like in years past, but I really enjoyed the festive weekend. I made Zoe an owl costume, which she wore to two festivities on Saturday and Sunda...
I love October. Im one of those people who love pumpkin-flavored everything, love chilly nights with cozy blankets, autumnal color schemes, soft fuzzy sweaters and scarves. Alas, its passing by quick...
Not every day can be super stylish. I do think even on casual, get-stuff-done-type days you can still look pulled together, though. I literally took two minutes to dress myself today, as I was trying...
Ive got a Fringe Advice to share with you today thats pretty darn simple. Switch up your part for a different look.I know, youve tried. And maybe youve failed? Trust me, a little effort is worth...
Todays Fringe Advice is all about the brush. The paddle brush, that is. This is for anyone who has more than 2 inches of hair on their head.Adding a cushioned paddle brush to your home tool kit is es...
I pulled this sweet little sapphire dress out of the depths of my closet. Last go-around I wore it with a big pregnant belly! Eighteen plus months later, a belt seems to be in order to make this not ...
My lovely sister bought me this dress. Im surprised it has taken me so long to show up here on the blog since Ive worn it a few times already. The Bay Area is having its summer time right now, so tha...
Fringe Advice is open to inquiries! Faithful reader Erika P. asked how to style her new short haircut. Heres some visuals to give you brave short haired ladies some ideas.Short hair can be very versa...
I cant help it. I love stripes. I loved this great find of a striped sweater so much that I bought it twice. Youll pry the stripes out of my cold, dead hands.grape + navy striped sweater: Forev...
Its 2011. If you havent heard of dry shampoo before, Im gonna tell you now.You need dry shampoo in your life.When I first heard about it, dry shampoo sounded like the kind of thing astronauts used, l...
Todays Fringe Advice is something that comes up a lot when I have clients in my chair. "Is there just one product that I need to have?" they ask. Sure, it doesnt make sense to blow a ton of c...
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