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Although my favourite thing about summer is the warm weather, my hair doesn't always feel the same way. Even early in the mornings, it's already so hot that I can barely imagine blasting hot air at my head and even if I do, humidity makes a mess of everything in half the time it takes to straighten it. Plus, there's almost nothing worse than having your hair stick to your neck, all sweaty and lank.
And so enters the summer ponytail.
Now, I need you to erase the thought of the ponytail your daughter wears to softball practice, and think sexy, sophisticated, summer, and SIMPLE because if there's one thing you don't want to do on a sunny day, it's spending time styling your hair! Thanks to Goody hair accessories, I've come up with some super-easy ponytails for you to rock this summer — from chic office-appropriate styles to relaxed looks for a day on the beach or poolside.
The Look: Simple
The Look: Chic, Sophisticated, Simple
The Look: Get that hair out of my face
Since wet hair is prone to breakage, I'm a big fan of braiding my hair before I dunk my head — and with Goody Slip Free Elastics, I know my hair will stay in place after swimming and being hit with Nova Scotian winds.
The Look: Unintentionally Sexy
Necks are sexy, there’s just no two ways about it. Sweaty hair stuck to your neck? Not so sexy. For second day hair, use a spritz of volumizer or dry shampoo for extra oomph. If you’re starting from scratch, work texturizer into your hair and dry. Volume is key here, gals. Messy pony or bun, with volume — no need for smooth lines or perfection.
Regardless of which option you choose, loosen it up and pull a couple of random, face framing pieces out and go!
The Look: Classy but effortless and fun
Looking for summer ponytail ideas for your daughter? Learn how to create kid-friendly ponytails to get her through every summer activity.
I despise living out of a suitcase.
I had to do it once for a week when my apartment was robbed, and my mom and I had to bunk down in a hotel room in Halifax with Finley during my first week of class. The term "shit show" comes to mind, but I survived and now break out in hives at the mere thought of packing for a night away from home—much less an entire weekend. As a woman with a full (read: overflowing) closet, I feel like a fish out of water when I don’t have the entirety of my pant collection to choose from.
THIS Is How You Pack A Suitcase
The entirety of my pant collection is, however, the bane of my existence at 6:57 am, Monday through Friday, when I’m surrounded by twelve discarded pairs and feeling anxious because I HAVE NOTHING TO WEAR.
But I digress.
Outfit planning is key when packing for a trip, but there really is a trick to it. With summer vacations, sleepovers with Mr Hockey Coach, and BlissDom Canada on the horizon, I feel like I should just leave my suitcase out from here on out. Whatever the occasion, these tips are sure to help you pack and look smart on vacation.
I’m gonna go ahead and use my list for BlissDom Canada here, because I’m a psychopath and planned what I’d be packing early. Like, four months early. (Judge not, sisters, judge not.) Go forth and pack!
1. Fitted Dress, Smart Set, $39.00
2. Knit Ruched Sleeve Blazer, Ricki’s, $79.50
3. Double-Breasted Jacket, H&M, $49.50
4. Western Tencel Popover Shirt, Gap, $64.95
1. Dark Wash Skinny Crop, Ricki’s, $29.99
2. Rib Knit Top, H&M, $19.95
3. Striped Boat neck Sweater, Joe Fresh, $29.00
4. Skinny Ponte Pant, Smart Set, $39.90
5. White Button-Down, Banana Republic, $64.50
6. Raglan-knit Cardigan, Gap, $54.95
1. Silk Cap Sleeve Blouse, Joe Fresh, $49.00
2. Striped Jersey Top, H&M, $12.95
3. Jersey Top, H&M, $12.95
4. Women’s Lattice Back Tank, Walmart, $12.00
5. Textured Skater Skirt, Smart Set, $35.90
6. Textured Yoke Shell, Ricki's, $39.50
1. Helina Flat, Naturalizer, $90.00
2. Suede Women’s Desert Wedge Highs, Toms, $110
3. Black Ivanka Boot, Chelsea Crew, $65.10
4. Leopard Print Flats, Steve Madden, $79.95
1. Raw Stone Studs, Humble Chic, $24.00
2. Filigree Leaf Necklace, Humble Chic, $41
3. Owl Hinge Bangle, Ricki's, $20.50
4. Owl Earrings, Simons.ca, $9.00
5. Kintla Crossbody Bag, Matt and Nat, $158.00
6. Ombre Damask Scarf, Forever 21, $10.80
7. Black Wide Buckle Belt, Old Navy, $14.00
8. Handbag, H&M, $49.95
9. Pietramelina, Aldo, $15.00
For BlissDom Canada, I’m packing:
I’m also packing my toiletries, business cards, iPad, phone charger, and probably some other random stuff I haven’t thought of yet. I’ll be picking up a new suitcase, too, I think. #FashionistaProblems
If you’re headed to BlissDom Canada, too, consider your bags packed. See you there, Yummies!
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