Style Fyle: my uniform

Style Fyle: my uniform by rynb featuring a nail polish

This is definitely an outfit I will partake in! The only things I do not have at the moment are: the tee, tan Chelsea boots & the transport bag. But it won't be long now. But I can totally see his as a "uniform" of sorts. I just bought a pair of black leather Chelsea boots. And I'll be getting/making the tee soon... And I put the bag on my Christmas/Birthday... So, isn't this such a cute outfit though?! 

Black high-waisted skinny jeans & hi-lo baggy tee which you can tuck the shirt in front, or let it hang loose. Once you have the basics down, Then you can add on your accessories. Boots are a standard for fall. Sometimes winter. Then pick the bag you want. Then which I just saw this idea was to polish your nails in black or dark grey (Butter London Union Jack black & chimney sweep are my faves) and then add matte top coat to the nail color! Then add your lip color! (Favorite colors: Tarte lipsurgence in exposed and MAC rebel lip color) 

Then, you can add a leather waterfall jacket or a cardigan. 

And I've been liking my hair right now and I just like it to hangloose. But if I'm on 3 day hair, I may opt for a messy bun instead! 

Let me know what your style uniform is! 

Have a great week! -Ryn

Free People american tee
freepeople.com

Old Navy stretch jeans
oldnavy.gap.com

Leather boots
$640 - margarethowell.co.uk

Mango ankle boots
$97 - mango.com

Madewell leather sling purse
madewell.com

Mac cosmetic
maccosmetics.com

Tarte lips makeup
sephora.com

TIBI nail polish
tibi.com

Beauty Find: Retro Matte

Yesterday, after church, mom and I decided to run errands. Well, one of my errands was to stop by Nordstrom.  (which is a BIG joke, no one just "stops by" in Nordstrom!) Anyway, we walked in and stayed for awhile, because a couple of weeks ago, my sister gave me a lipstick for running her errands, well that shade wasn't the one I liked, I think was called something Moroccan, so I had tried on lady bug, but they only had one tube left! And some lady snatched it from me. So I chose chili(because the sales girl, and might I add, rude sales girl pressured me into buying it.) Chili is a matte btw, and wasn't the greatest of shades on me... (But if you have it and rock it then more power to ya! 😉) Jokes on her though, I just exchanged it for the lady bug lustre! And I just adore it! It's the perfect fall color... Besides rebel... That ones a rich berry color and it's divine! 

I put the same aesthetic into choosing make up as I do with buying clothes and accessories,(and what tell my clients ALL the time, which is: if you don't love it, You will never want to wear it! 

I couldn't really get myself to wear that chili lipstick because I didn't feel my most confident self in that shade! For me, it wasn't a shade I was happy to wear! I'm sure most of you know how that is too!

Sorry, when I took this pic I was in a loopy mood! 

Here's a real smile! : )

It's simple tactic really, if you love something, you're going feel good about wearing it but if you're "ehh" on an item, chances are you will never feel comfortable wearing it and its better to save your money on something you really do love and buy that!

So just before I end up getting the lady bug shade... I spot MAC's new retro matte collection... Oh man! It was lovely! It has only been on the floor for a week and all of the shades were beautiful! So I contemplated whether to just get one of these matte beauties instead of lady bug or to just tack one of these shades onto my bill... I chose the latter... I bought the 'relentlessly red' and if you ask me, it's not really red, but more of a hot pinky coral. But I just really liked it! 

Even though it was the first day of fall, which I can now say "HAPPY FALL!!!"  I can't stray too far away from my bright lips tradition, because I just adore the bold lip look!(It's become my signature look) This shade will work in fall & winter too... or I'll just make it work! They also had a berry color, but they were out of it... Whew! I probably would have bought that one as well...

But you must go see this collection! It's worth it! Or you can go online and check out the outstanding colors! www.maccosmetics.com

Oh and they're $15.00ea.+tax.

And since it's a matte, it is drier & it's harder to reapply when you need to, because sometimes it makes your lips look like you need to scruff them...but the positive side to matte lipsticks are the fact that they act like a stain. And because they are so highly pigmented, they stay on your beautiful pout throughout your day! So buying a matte shade is worth it! I would just use a granulated sugar & olive oil mixture and scruff off the layer of dead skin on your lips before applying! You can also apply some lip balm like EOS or Burt's bees to give your lips a dewy-er look to them.

So anyway, I hope you have a happy Monday & a happy 2nd day of fall! 

And go see the new collection... I mean it! ; ) love y'all!

-Ryn

Day 5: Cortney Hart - Amp up that Christmas List! Your hair will thank you.

When I was eight years old the Lord dropped in my heart that I would be a hairstylist. I'm probably one the the most laidback hairstylists you'll ever meet. Although I tend to be a bit of a perfectionist I don't like "fuss" and I would never want a client walking out of my chair or a friend leaving my house sporting a look they could never duplicate. Just several days ago I cut off 6in of my hair and I LOVE it!! Once again I have healthy hair!! Since my recent chop I am determined to keep my hair healthy and gorgeous, even though color will of course be applied several times in this up-coming year. Below I have listed several of my favorite prodcuts that will help you maintain the integrity of your hair throughout this holiday season and into the new year!

A professional shampoo and conditioner is comparable to the base and top coat of nail polish. If you color your hair, it is especially crucial. I often hear comlplaints about the price of the "good stuff", but you have to look at is as an investment, you use less and it will last you 3X's as long! Aquage Strengthening is my FAVE!

 

(For More Info: Click HERE)

Aquage also makes a heat resistant/shine spray that smells amazing, protects your hair AND adds immense shine. It is a must! Especially for those fancy Christmas parties you'll be attending.

(For More Info: Click HERE) 

There is a new product out by L'Oreal Professional called Mythic Oil Milk. I cannot even put into words how much I like this product so just try it for yourself!! Spray it in your hair when wet and style as desired. You WILL notice a difference!

 (Click to Buy: HERE)

CALLING ALL DEEP CONDITIONER LOVERS!!!! Two Words for you! POWERDOSE TREATMENTS! These little protein-packed bottles are like liquid gold. By the 8th treatment your hair is promised to be restored back to a virgin state. These are a must try! (Mythic Oil contains several of the same ingredients so use together and your guaranteed brilliant results!)

 

 

 (Find this product: HERE)

 

For all of these products, Google local salons in your area that carry them. You won't find these in your Wal-mart or Target.

One more thing before I go! I've had an itch for a violet/berry lip for the holidays. I just discovered "Hang Up" by MAC. It's my new fave, and featured in my picture!

 (Click to buy: HERE)

Hope this was helpful to you all! Merry Christmas!!!!

XOX- Cortney Hart

p.s. Sometimes saying a simple "yes" to new ideas/prodcuts can open a whole new door. Think of the outcome of Mary's simple "yes" in Luke 1:38. Oh, how it hung her world! Ours too ;)