Sunday, April 15, 2012

Come Hither Hair

I recently posted some pics from my birthday night out with the girls.
BLo ouT sure did make me feel special.
I tell you what.  A walking advertisement, I was.
I ran a few errands before painting the town.
I must have been stopped at least 20 times.  About the hair.


So, today I'm here to show and tell you all about it.


I originally planned on just a BLo ouT,
However, after a quick consultation with stylist Amanda
which included an inquiry about a fun, messy "Boho Glam" braid, 
as it turns out,
my wish was her command.
And boy did she perform.
So talented AND accommodating, those BLo ouTers.


I showed up unprepared...
No images in hand to share of my sought after style.
But a few iPhone shared images later,
any expectations I had were blown out of the water.

First came a wash and style.
A wash is not typically included with an up do,
but since I arrived a hot mess, I asked for this extra little bit of love.


Let's say I opted out of the up do and stopped at a BLo ouT.
Va Va Va Voom!
Why can't I do this at home?!  
I'm sure it is possible. I know it is.
It's just not in my cards.
It seems nothing past an elastic hair tie is these days.
As I was saying... thank goodness for...

hair by BLo ouT

For optimal hold, Amanda rolled my hair with a curling iron.
A touch of Goldilocks?
Juuuust right!


Time for the first side braid.
A river of hair!

hair by Blo ouT

Then, the other side. 


 Pulling it all together in the back, just as I described to Amanda.


Maybe not a pony tail, but let's gather it all in a messy loose bun.


Oh my gosh.
Perfection!
Are you kidding me?
I want this everyday of my life.

hair by BLo ouT

How stinking cute is BLo ouT stylist Amanda?
I really could not have asked for anything more to my liking loving!


Now after the girls night out, the neeext night
most wonderful man in the world and I headed Uptown 
for some double date action with two of our closest pals.
I got to showcase my fabulous hair ALL weekend long.

hair by Blo ouT

Day 2 - I headed back to BLo ouT for a touch up and slight modification.
This time, the moi tres chic stylist Charlie 
pulled out some serious fabulous hair stops.
Readjusting only the bun,
this time a fishtail was put into place.




Charlie, you are a brilliant!


SO...
Got a hot date with a new beau and want to look your best?
Or perhaps, got a hot date with your most wonderful man in the world 
and want to feel like it's your very first night together?
A night out with the girls?
Whatever your case may be,
I can't tell you how good about myself I felt with this hair.

Sex.
Martini.
Therapy.
Chocolate.
BLo ouT.
Yes.
I look forward to showing you more 
from my fun night out on the Queen City.


Here's the skinny.
BLo ouT's start at $35.
Up do's cost a bit more, based on complexity.
For about $10, go back the next day if you wish, for a variation.
On Sunday, wear your 'do to church,
then slap on a headband for the cutest afternoon jog ever.
A weekend of feel good.
What could be more stylish?
To get yours, click HERE.
Tell the ladies at BLo ouT the Queen City Style sent you
and get 10% off your 'do.

For the love of nothing more stylish than feeling good.  xo-Whitley

Friday, April 13, 2012

Can I get a RIGHT ON!?

Last night I ventured uptown with most wonderful man in the world, 
my mom, step father, friends and cousins to the Wells Fargo Plaza 
for the season opener of Alive After Five.
Our wedding band, Right On
the best party band IN THE WORLD, was playing.  
The fun seemed to start and finish in the blink of an eye.
Right On band promises to take a break only if you ask them to.
How fun is that?
If you live in the Queen City and you missed it, 
Click HERE for details.

Right On, Right On Band, Wells Fargo Plaza Charlotte NC

The ever fabulous Nigel Holland.

Nigel Wilson, Right On, Right On Band

A shot of me and Nigel 
from my and most wonderful man in the world's
wedding night five and a half years ago.
My poor dress.
The lace on the hem was/is in shreds.
I had my mother's wedding dress remade, so the way I see it, 
we have gotten a fair return on investment.
Oh what a night.


For last night's ensemble, 
I paired a handful of birthday items to style the complete look.



Maria Sharapova by Cole Haan Air Mirella Shoes

I just met this dapper gentleman. 
I was totally loving his ensemble and thought ours combined 
would make for a good photo opp.
Those shades, the sunnies and kicks, and the pop of red on his wrist...
Tres chic!


Pants: from Anthropologie, Top: from ivy & leo,
Necklace: from J.T. Posh,
Bracelet: my own, 
Earrings: from World Market

For the love of stylin' in fun, fun, fun... 
Bon Weekend! xo-Whitley

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Rainy Day Weekend on the Farm








Sweater, Shirt, Belt, Shoes, Necklace: All J. Crew
Square Crystal Rope Bracelet: J. Crew--
available in select stores, including South Park Mall.
Shorts:  Jessica Simpson (Old)
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Aviators
Right Hand Ring: Tiffany & Co. 1837 Interlocking Circles Ring

Click images below to shop the look.








For the love of casual, cool in great style... Whitley


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Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Pastel Eclectic

I'm participating in the 
EVERYBODY everywhere pastels challenge today.
Given my love of bright bold color, 
I wasn't sure I would have the necessary garb 
in my closet to put something together.
I did a little mixing and matching, 
playing around with different pieces,
and I came up with this.
As it turns out, I'm loving it and am wondering 
why I've never worn this ensemble before now.
Thank you, EVERYBODY everywear, for the inspiration.



pastels ensemble, diamonds direct rings, tiffany interlocking circles ring




belk blue pashmina, banana republic clutch, step by sloan shoes, maria sharapova for cole haan shoes, heels.

natural born thriller sunglasses by blinde, jewelmint crystal cascade earrings, belk pashmina, banana republic clutch

This is your world, shape it or someone else will, blinde sunglasses, natural born thriller sunglasses by blinde

Dress: BCBG Max Azria Runway (old) from Luna,
Top: Finity (old), Pashmina: from Belk, Clutch: Banana Republic (old)
Belt: Gifted, Earrings: Jewelmint, Necklace: My Great Grandmother's
Hat: Gap (old)
Acrylic Bracelet: from NYC street vendor, 
Others: My Grandmother's, J. Crew rhinestone at select stores only,
Rings: Custom and Tiffany Interlocking Circles Ring:
Sunglasses: Blinde Natural Born Thriller, Similar: HERE
In the Queen City, from Doctor's Vision Center
Mug: The Fresh Market

For the love of style setting soft colors of the rainbow... Whitley

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