Hair Care with Function of Beauty

June 6, 2016

Function of Beauty | Personalized Hair Care | It's All Chic To Me

If my hair could talk, it would probably say something along the lines of “Shelbi does not take care of me”. My poor frizz-ball, hair really does deserve some TLC but I was clueless as to what in the world it needed! I have always picked random shampoos and conditioners at the grocery store that either smelled good or might seem to help tame my crazy hair at the time. But there are always SO many to choose from that I usually just get overwhelmed and stick to what I usually get (aka dry shampoo usually wins). I very rarely branch out because at the end of the day shampoo is just shampoo right? Wrong! I can now tell you that because of Function of Beauty, a hair care system that formulates your hair care regimen specifically to you and your hair’s needs. The system is fully customizable right down to the bottle with your name, scent, and color.

So how does it work? Well I like to think it’s like Subway for your hair! Ok Shelbi what does that really mean…? Everything about your set is about to be fully customized by YOU! You will start off by entering a profile of your hair. Mine included check boxes like “straight”, “medium” coarseness, and “oily”. Then you move on to complete your hair goals. There is a list of about 20 elements that you can choose from to get your hair to where you would like it based on your current hair needs. My goals included “anti-frizz”, “deep condition”, “oil control”, “volumize”, and “thermal protection”. Lastly you will get to choose your fragrance and colors from 5 scents and 4 colors. I chose cucumber mint which smells out of this world heavenly! Every combination sounded so lovely that it was a difficult choice and I can’t wait to try another!

I have absolutely loved the results of my perfectly formulated shampoo and conditioner and I think if you asked my hair it might not get so snippety with you now 🙂 If you are like me and can get overwhelmed with picking out the best regimen for your hair, try out Function of Beauty. The cost is not terrible ($19/bottle) compared to higher end salon picks and should last you awhile depending on your hair length. I can promise you that this girl is a fan and will be ordering another set just as soon as mine runs out!

I love trying new things and also giving all of you the chance to try out these amazing brands so I have partnered with Function of Beauty to give away 3 fully customizable sets to 3 lucky readers. Instructions are on my Instagram profile (located here) and are super easy! All you have to do is be following both accounts and tag a friend. The giveaway will end Wednesday, June 8th at 10 pm CST and the winners will be announced the following day. Good luck!

*Thank you Function of Beauty for making this post possible. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.*

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Instagram Round-up

June 3, 2016

Happy Friyay and National Donut Day guys! If there’s one thing I firmly believe in it’s how well Fridays and online shopping go together… while I chow down on a donut… or 2 🙂 It’s been a whirlwind the past few weeks travel wise and there have been lots of pictures flying through my Instagram, so I decided the best way to give you all a chance to shop my latest outfits was with my first ever Instagram round up! You can easily shop my outfits by clicking on the pictures below each Instagram post.

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WWW + Tips to Transition your Wardrobe between Seasons

June 1, 2016

Fall into Spring | Olive Dress | Napa Vineyard | It's All Chic To Me

Here we are- the first day of Summer! Just like that it’s time to pack up the last of your colder weather clothes and bring out all of the bright colored spaghetti straps. But you aren’t ready you say? Well neither am I. Whether you spent a bunch of money on a few pieces from last season, the weather hasn’t caught up to the season, or you just can’t get enough of your favorite separates, here are a few tips that I have found that can help transition last season’s best looks into the next.

Tip 1: Mind your Colors

There are colors that are distinct to each season. Spring and Summer are known for pastels and bright colors while Fall and Winter are reserved for the darker colors. While I do not suggest wearing all of last season’s colors at one time, you can easily keep last season’s colors alive by bringing in contrasting colors. Ivory, khaki, denim, and lighter shades of grey are neutral colors that can also help you between seasons when mixing colors.

Tip 2: Mind your Fabrics

Fabrics are also seasonal. Most of your warmer weather pieces will be made of cotton or linen. These types of fabrics are breathable and create an airy look. Fabrics such as velvet, cashmere, and wool are most definitely Winter staples and are much harder to transition. While there is just no getting around wearing velvet in the summer, your shoulder months are your times to experiment. Mix a sweater with cut off shorts or wear a scarf with a tank top.

Tip 3: Season vs. Weather

When in doubt weather trumps the season. If it is 80 degrees outside but the calendar says that it is Winter, do not feel like you need to bust out the wool coat. This also does not mean that you can slip into sandals and a bikini. Instead wear booties over boots, sneakers over sandals, button downs over sweaters, and denim over sweat pants. Layers are also your best friend when this is an issue. Throw on a cardigan or denim jacket over a dress or tank top.

Tip 4: Mix and Match

Rules are there are no rules in fashion. So while all fashion rules would tell you not to wear maroon or olive green in the middle of Spring (and certainly not in Summer), go against the odds and add in some brighter colors (like hot pink) to neutralize the Fall heavy hand. The key to transitioning your pieces is to have an overall balance. Do not go overboard on too much of one season’s staples. When in doubt about transitional pieces, use the 1/3 rule. Stick to only adding in one piece out of three from an off season. That way other’s eyes are most likely drawn to the pieces from the current season.

So while my dress and heels are from last season, I have found that adding in some hot pink touches can make it pass the test. How do you keep your favorite pieces alive all year long? I would love to hear!