Lovelies, how is your week going? Are you excited for March to arrive? I haven’t had much time to blog or visit my favorite sites since Monday night. Poor Marli has been teething and it’s been a rough 48 hrs. We’ve been up since 330am pacing the house, singing her favorite songs, and finding other ways to distract her. Her bottom 2 teeth came with no problem, but these top 2 are giving her a lot of pain. Any mommies out there have any tips for me besides the iced towel and teething toys?
With that being said, mama is feeling a little run down and I know exactly what would make me feel better – a visit to the salon! I’ve been wanting to do the ombre look for a while now, but kept putting it off. I haven’t colored my hair in YEARS, but with Spring coming, I would love to lighten up and do something different. Love these colors on Kate, Jessica, and Lily I pinned to my Pinterest board.
Are any of you currently sporting this fab hairstyle or want to try it out? I am pretty excited to see my new locks – before and after pics to come next week! Here are a few tips/suggestions if you’re considering it:
- Go Gradual: If you’re a newbie to the ombre hairstyle, it is suggested that you only lighten 1-3 shades from your root color. As you return for touch ups, you may then gradually get lighter colors. This is also called “graduating.”
- Like A Virgin: If you have virgin hair (meaning no chemicals treatments/dye colors), it will be much easier to obtain the color you want. Otherwise, the stylist will have to do some color correcting first.
- Less Touch Ups: The ombre look requires less maintenance which is a HUGE plus!
- Sunshine Kissed Hair: This style is great for adding life to your hair. Love the color contrast and added highlights. Make sure to pick a shade that compliments your skin.
oh how I love these looks! I have never dyed my hair, but after seeing Courtney Kerr’s gorgeous color, I have had the itch to color mine! we’ll see how long it takes me to actually do it though 😉
hope your daughter feels better soon!
xox
chloe
http://popcosmo.com
You should totally try something new 🙂
Without trying to, i end up with an ombre coz ive been doing my roots and not cutting my hair for a long time. so i have a somewhat ombre that’s not flattering LOL!
I may have to have it fixed professionally asap! btw, i’ll look for a sailor-themed party in my blog and send you links!
Aww Lili! You look beautiful anyways – I’ve seen your IG pics 🙂 You are so sweet for looking sailor theme ideas. I went to Home Goods today and found so many cute decor pieces. Can’t wait!
here are a few links for sailor-themed party ideas :
http://swanky-chic-fete.blogspot.com/2013/07/all-aboard.html
http://swanky-chic-fete.blogspot.com/2013/05/jacks-marina-and-bait-shop-party.html
enjoy planning it!
so much great inspiratioN! i’ve always wanted to ombre my hair! i am just not daring enough ahah!!
xo,
Sandy
Sandy a la Mode
Hey Sandy, You can always go really subtle and gradually lighten it up if you want. Thanks for visiting doll!
Uggh — we are still in our 5 tooth teething hell as well (3 molars and both lower lateral teeth). It is exhausting. And unfortunately, I don’t have any amazing solutions!
All that to say, the ombre look is beautiful. I haven’t colored my hair in years, but if I were to, this would be the look I’d pick!!
i LOVE these pretty ombre looks! i can’t wait to see how it looks on you if you decide to go for it! xo jillian
Me either! The appt is for next Thursday 🙂 I think Kate has the best color.