Obsessed

I know I've talked about this before, but switching gears a little bit. I'm still obsessing over my hair and the style I'm trying to achieve. Does anyone else have this problem? Please tell me I'm not alone in this. I'm pretty sure it's just the whole you want what you don't have sort of thing. Likely. Although I know that's not how life should be, we are just talking about hair so let's not get too philosophical on this topic.

Here's the thing. I've recently merged into this ombré trend, yet it's more gradual than most. I just can't decide how light/dark I should go/stay. Does that make sense? Here is whose hair [talk about a Dr. Seuss tongue twister] I've been obsessing with lately via my Instagram feed.

Although they all seem to look about the same, there's definitely a shade or two difference in all of them. As you can see they all have a similar complexion to my own, knowing it isn't realistic to compare ones hair to that of someone drastically different - you wouldn't compare Barbie to Teresa [the brunette barbie in case that went unknown]. 

Here's my hair process thus far.

Leaving the salon the first time we had the color a little dark than we wanted, just in case it faded. But two weeks later it's still a little darker than I'd like, so I have an appointment next week to do some toning. My ever-so-patient stylist is probably ready to give me the boot, because I seem to always text her about something! Just this morning I already begged her to let me know if any cancellations arise prior to my already-scheduled appointment. I'm that anxious and impatient. **bless you, Melissa**

Until then, let's say a little prayer that I can make a decision. Oh, and that my husband doesn't disown me after these last few hair trials. I'm going to have to start digging out change in my car seats after too long.

PERManent Isn't Always Best

Since as far back as I can remember, I have always found myself battling whether to stick to my current hairstyle or switch it up after so many months. I've really never settled on just one look for a long period of time.

It's been all different shades.

Short.

Side part/Middle part.

Even a perm or two... [oops].

I know there are people that go through more dramatic changes than some of mine, but it's still safe to say my hair has been through the ringer. It's now long, back to my natural shade, and well... I'm bored. Luckily, I have a hair appointment TODAY.

Every time I go in [which is like never] I'm always suggesting something new. Like last time, I opted for bangs! Got there, talked about it, even went so far as to part my hair to visualize what they'd look like. My ever-so-patient stylist [Melissa] will brainstorm with me, but then I end up changing my mind and just get a boring trim.

This time I'm sure I about drove her crazy with the idea that I wanted to get ANOTHER PERM! But not the traditional style. I have been obsessing over beach waves, and discovered this "Beach Wave Perm" that's apparently legit. I did some research and decided "yes, this was it!". I even had the go-ahead from the hubs! What is the beach wave perm you ask? Something like that ---->

Although this look is easily achievable with my styling wand, I just wanted the convenience of waking up and having my hair like this allday-errrday.

I was set and ready to schedule my appointment, no looking back, until Melissa explains to me that this particular photo-styled-hairdo was done with a hot iron, because the ends of a perm would curl more so than it does pictured. whhaaaaaahh :'(

Where am I going with this? I promise I'm not just sulking in my fantasy hairstyle failure. Quite the contrary! After much debate, I realized my need for said beach wave perm has been solely based on laziness.

Therefore, I decided to suck it up and just curl my hair. A trial run, if you will. As luck would have it, of course I achieved the beach waves as desired.

Voila.

 [please excuse the awkward hand placement... I don't know what to do with my hands.]

So there ya have it. Or well, who am I really preaching to? I'm the one that needed this enlightenment. I guess you could say I saved my hubby some $$$. Although, going into my appointment today I'm throwing out some ideas on low lights.

Until next time...

An InstaLOVE Life

I love instagram for the simple pleasure of stalking viewing purposes. There's something intriguing about viewing the adventures through another's eyes, or lense for that matter. Whether it be fashion, travels, makeup, or nonsense, I could be on it for hours. Especially being that Facebook is mostly drama, Keek seems to be flooded by all Kardashians, and I have yet got into the hype of Twitter.

With that said, I thought I'd share a few of the people I vicariously live through in the lovable Instagram world.

Negin [if that's your name] I want your hair.

Ms. anniep, I'll take one of everything. Please and thank you.

Hey garypeppergirl, can we become besties and take me on some of these excursions?

Wendy, I want your wardrobe.

And for whatever real reason, I just love her.