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Today’s breakdown includes neon pink outfits and edgy center parts. This power outfit combination will have you feeling fresh and edgy in just a few minutes. Neon Outfits and Center Parts As one of our favorite blonde law school grads once said, pink is the new black! Or was that orange is the new pink? Either way, hot pink is without a doubt the ‘it color’ of the season. And when paired with center parts, hot pink outfits take on a whole new edge!...

NYC Street Style Hair Color Trends from NYFW FW ’17 1. Rose Gold Blonde An oldie, but a goodie. This fashionable hair color is definitely still reigning supreme amongst the street style set. If you’re looking to try a statement color, hop on this bandwagon before the trend dies. 2. Blue/Black We love having the best of both worlds, which is why we’re totally into two-toned hair colors these days. Cobalt blue is making a comeback in fashion, why not try it on your hair, too....

With Spring in full swing, it means anniversary season is now upon us!! And of course, The Dating Divas are HERE for YOU! Since so many couples tie the knot this time of year, we wanted to help you get a jump start on finding the perfect anniversary gift for you and your sweetie. Our entire team put together this list of our absolute FAVORITE anniversary gifts that we wanted to share with you!...

From the Mindful.org archives: In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his work to end racial segregation and racial discrimination through civil disobedience and other nonviolent means. By the time of his death in 1968, he had refocused his efforts on ending poverty and stopping the Vietnam War. Surrendered to Love: Bell hooks explains how Martin Luther King’s vision of life based on a love ethic could heal our world....

Pin-Up Styles for Long Hair 1. Victory Rolls Victory rolls may be a hallmark pin-up style, but they still give updos and longer lengths a quirky rockabilly vibe. To create this look, start by brushing your hair with a paddle brush. If you have detangling spray on hand, you’ll want to apply your product before styling to make sure your hair is free of any knots. Once your product has been applied, start by parting your hair off to the side....

A new study published in Developmental Psychology from Pinger and her colleagues demonstrates that children who had taken the Kindness Curriculum scored higher on tests of attention and social competence than children who didn’t receive the curriculm. The curriculum, designed to help both children and teachers in the classroom, is a result of a collaboration between Lisa Flook, whose research interests include prevention and early intervention strategies to promote well-being early in life, and Pinger, who has 30 years’ teaching experience, including teaching mindfulness....

Since next week is Thanksgiving, we thought to do a quick Thanksgiving themed idea! Now, our amazingly talented Becca came up with this creative idea last year during Thanksgiving. She designed this adorable pumpkin pie love you note (which is a FREE printable) and wrote a cute post to go with it! Go to her Pie Love You, Pumpkin post and check it all out! I have to thank Juanita of Juanita B Photography for this amazing pic!...

When your mind seems stuck in pinball-machine mode, it’s nearly impossible to force yourself to focus on one task. That’s when you need to gently guide it away from the romper room to a quieter, calmer den. “It’s all about refocusing your attention, calming down your nervous system, and coming back to center so you can move forward in your day,” says Ali Katz, author of One Minute to Zen: Go From Hot Mess to Mindful Mom in One Minute or Less....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Carisa from Messes to Memories created the bright and fun printables for this easy date idea! Print them out and bring them along on your date night as you play “read my mind” and discover how well you really know your spouse! How Well Do You Know Your Spouse Game Here’s how it works! The whole date is based on each of you making decisions for each other: picking out things you think the other would like....

10 Ways to Style Your Red Ash Hair 1. Wavy Curls This style is easy to create and looks polished without looking overdone. Use a 1-inch curling iron to create curls all over your head. The key to creating waves instead of tight curls is to only leave each strand of hair around the barrel for 10-15 seconds at a time. This way the curls will remain loose and undone....

10 Ways to Wear Your Red Hair Color 1. Mix and Match Style Pair a thin braid with a thick braid across the top of your head for a double braided look that ends in a simple twisted knot. Crisscrossing styles like this adds extra visual interest and showcases the boldness of your red hair. Lock in your style with hairspray, like Dove Style + Care Compressed Extra Hold Hairspray....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. What did I tell you? Darling! Here’s a closer look! That was the first ROCK part of our date night, then it was off to dinner which was the STAR part. We have a delicious Chinese restaurant here in town called The New Star, so that was our destination. If you don’t have a favorite restaurant or want to try out something new be sure to check Groupon....

Best Salon Shampoo Results, At Drugstore Prices A lot has been said about luxury versus drugstore shampoos, one of them being that salon shampoo and conditioner systems have a higher concentration of nourishing ingredients. Their infusions are touted as more potent, their packaging more chic and premium—and to have professional stylists backing up their claims? The best seal of approval there is. Right? Well, not quite. There are drugstore products out there that deliver nearly identical benefits to the best salon shampoo and conditioner for that hair type; unfortunately, as studies show, we’ve just been too distracted by shiny things to notice....

It won’t work for you or for me, so hang it on your door and let it be. Go to bed and worry no more, Santa will use it to open the door. Close your eyes and close them tight, because The Jolly Old Man is coming tonight!!”

Why You Should Invest in an Argan Oil Shampoo and Conditioner 1. What is argan oil? Argan oil is a plant oil that’s produced from the kernels of the argan trees that are found in Morocco. Historically, this oil has been used for cooking and a number of beauty purposes: including adding moisture and shine to hair and skin. 2. How can you incorporate argan oil into your routine? There are a number of ways to incorporate argan oil into your hair care routine and none of them are time-consuming or expensive....

We’ll take you through all the benefits of sea salt hair care and our new fave shampoo and conditioner duo that you need to try. If you’ve been looking for a shower product change-up for the upcoming warm weather, get excited about this trend and save this space! Keep reading to avoid salty vibes, as you won’t want to miss out on these hair care products: Sea Salt Hair Care is Perfect for Volume Enthusiasts What Does Sea Salt Do for Hair?...

How is anyone expected to achieve this? It’s hard enough to live as it is; juggling this issues of daily life, with its endless choices and unexpected twists and turns. And we expect those accustomed to living in violent, angry, depressing conditions where nearly every choice has been stripped away, to do it without fail. No wonder the recidivism rate is so high. I suppose a challenge is how to provide the necessary teachings and exercises and, furthermore, how to encourage them to study and practice....

Now that the hard part is over (getting the cut itself), we can focus on the fun: accessorizing! It’s challenging to create different looks on really short hairstyles, but with a few well-curated and ingenious products, it’ll be a while before you go back to a basic ’do. Check out a list of some of our favorite accessories below: How to Style a Pixie Cut with Accessories 1. Thin headband We’re betting you already have this in your vanity for emergencies (you know, that time when you cut your own bangs?...

However, many of us have had a love-hate relationship with short cuts, and have also had tons of “should I cut my long hair or not, no but really?” fits that seem to come on the season after season. In addition, depending on which hairstyles look great on our current #WCW, the answers to these questions change mercurially as well. Alas, hair doesn’t grow overnight or even sprout as eagerly as the tulips on a New York City sidewalk in the summer....

Here is the perfect surprise gift for your family on Valentine’s Day morning! Shower your family with LOVE and all of the shower products they always need! Win, Win! We have a cute free printable poem to go on the bathroom door – one for your SPOUSE and one for the KIDS. Don’t get them mixed up {Wink!} How To Prep Your Surprise! I went to the store and bought a bunch of balloons and filled the bathroom as full as my lungs would allow....