Rachel Comey slim legion jeans | size 8
Black Crane boat neck top | small
(use my referral link to Garmentory and get a $20 account credit when you sign up)
Birkenstock birko-flor arizona sandals
James Perse mini canvas tote (cannot stop using this – it’s honestly so good right now)
WHY DO I WAIT SO LONG BETWEEN HAIRCUTS?? oh yeah, because they’re really $$$.
It had actually been three months since my last cut, so I’m going to plan on getting one every 8-10 weeks from now on; I just am so much happier with my hair when it’s short. And I like the wispier look she did this time as opposed to the blunt cut we’ve been doing for a while. I feel so much better now with my hair cut and colored. I always feel better when I pay attention to hair/nails/body – getting myself “together” on the outside makes me FEEL more put together on the inside. Even if I’m struggling. (Which I’m not today, right now.)
I also painted my nails yesterday, which always makes me feel more adult for some reason. I haven’t had polish on my fingernails in a month or so, and I’ve really enjoyed the completely natural look, but I wanted to see if I could handle a bright summer color on my fingernails for more than a day or too. I do always have something on my toes, mostly black, but lately silver or orange.
You may remember, WAAAAY back in 2011, I posted a picture of Clare Vivier’s nails (oy…my hair…) and tried to find a similar orange color to what she was wearing. I gave up after trying a couple that weren’t what I wanted, but recently ordered a few 8-free polishes by Tenoverten and their orange “Hudson” color turns out to be the perfect orange for me. They also have a really nice coral-y color, Ludlow, and I like Washington for white that’s not too white, and Greenwich is a nice silver.
Oh, and here’s the other Black Crane boat neck shirt (I also got print b) I got recently when it was on sale at Garmentory. LOVE this color so much, and I’m still so tempted by the dress in the same color, but I think I wouldn’t be happy with it on me because of the elastic waist. (the dress is on sale now!!!!!!!!!!!)
Your hair looks fabulous and thanks for the link to an old post. I hardly recognized you!
Since I’ve moved I STILL have not found a hairstylist that works. I got a good hair cut while I was on vacation, but London is too far to go to get a haircut every 8 weeks. Oh well, I will keep searching!
BTW, any readers in Northern Colorado and have a recommendation for a stylist? Honestly I’d drive to Denver if they were good.
Love the nail color! I also love orangey shades. They are hard to find. I was delighted when I found an Essie display with a range of orange polishes. I think it’s such a summery color. Your hair looks great, by the way.
Love the hair! Also, just snagged the last pair of Nisolo Cora sandals in my size on Garmentory — they were out on the Nisolo site! Thanks for the referral credit 🙂
Looking good, hot stuff!
I’m also someone who will go 3 months (or more) between visits, and I really need to stop that. It’s not only the money, but I just hate spending the time (I also don’t get professional manicures or pedicures for pretty much the same reason.) And, OK, the money. But I think this was the kick I needed to call and make the appointment.
Oh, also, Totokaelo has some Black Crane on sale in the dark forest color, too. The discounts aren’t spectacular, but it’s something. I tried on the accordion dress earlier in the season, and liked it (but not enough to buy it, or apparently, to bite at the current price.) It runs large, though; I’d take an XS in it, so anyone who is actually petite or lithe will probably swim in it.
oh yay! let us know how you like them 🙂
ha, right?? huge difference for six years.
finding a good hairstylist is an incredible challenge. and yeah, i do think london is too far to go every 8 weeks for a cut – although…it would be a wonderful excuse to get away 😉
fyi, my husband’s SC conference is in denver this year (november sometime) and i’ll be coming with him like i did last year to SLC – i’ve never been to colorado! how far away are you from denver? i’d love to meet if we can swing it!!
thanks sharon. i don’t normally love orange, but my wallet is orange and i love it! and i think it’s looks great with grey clothing – although i’m not wearing much grey lately!
oh, i am loathe to spend money on manicures, unless i’m going with a friend or something, as a social occasion. i always love getting my nails done, but for some reason i choose horrible colors and hate them after i leave LOL and remove it promptly. such a waste.
i literally spent from 2:30 until 6:30 at the salon yesterday. with an hour break. that was very long. and it was so busy last night that when i went to get my color rinsed out and gloss put in, i had to sit in the chair without the massager 🙁 i love those massage chairs!!!! oh well, it was worth it, and i’d rather get it all done at once
i love the accordian dress in theory, but i know it would be horrible on me! and i wish it was sleeveless instead of whatever those sleeves are…
oh, and they have this shirt for $92 – i think that’s what i got it for when it went on sale via garmentory…
https://totokaelo.com/black-crane/boat-neck-top/dark-forest/J24331
oh, and i always wait for totokaelo’s coupon on sale items, that’s when their prices are GOOD. same with la garconne…
Hi Grechen-
Yes your hair looks great!
I feel the same way about the grooming aspect and how it makes one feel more ‘put together’ I know I do too. I go regualrly, since the woman who does my nails is like a big sister. It’s like a therapy session for both of us.
So funny my wallet is orange too, one of my favorite colors!
xoxogena
Grechen, not many of us look better today than we did in a photo 6 years ago…but you sure do!!
Your nail polish color matches a Hobo brand purse I bought last summer. Love this color on my toes in warm weather…and the orange toes and purse look fab with khaki or white colors.
PS. Hair looks great too!
Ahh! You look so great. I do my own hair and I’m inspired to be blonde again…thank you. Also, you look absolutely fantastic. That shirt is a dreamy color on you.
I might have to steal your whole frikkin’ look here. Well done. Enjoy it!
I love this outfit! It makes me think that I MUST have a pair of wideleg jeans. Of course, I’m a huge Black Crane fan. But most of the time, I admire it from afar ($$$).
Doin’ the time warp!!!! I don’t even recognize that person anymore. You’ve done a long way baby! (From not looking at the camera at all, to a confident, super-chic relaxed ease now. I love that! <3
I've been going longer between cuts for the same reason ($$$…again) but I'm really due for one. I love all the trappings of femininity such as mani/pedis, hair appts, massages, etc. it's ALL good!
That would be great! I’m definitely close enough to make the trip in. Email me the dates!