So my hair has slowly been getting shorter – and I’m currently debating going even shorter for a full-on lob. (If you don’t know what that is, here’s some education).
Also, I’ve been really wanting to add more grey/blond to my dark hair. If you happen to live in Dallas, I highly recommend Jules at Visible Changes and Teri at Floyd’s in Uptown. I have really fine, straight hair. Most stylists don’t know what to do with it but those ladies are AMAZING.
What do you want to change with your hair?
Anyone who knows me, KNOWS I take great pride in getting my nails done. I was a nail biter for years (21 to be precise), and this was the way I could keep myself from biting.
That being said, I have a few go-to spots for getting your digits shined in the big D.
This Boston staple now has two locations in the metroplex. I love it because it is UBER sanitary. As a generally high strung person, I will pay a bit more for peace of mind. Granted, this is one of the more expensive nail salons (expect them to charge you for gel removal and nail art is typically per nail)
Bellacures still has a high-end feel (super clean, super modern) but is a bit more laid back feeling than MiniLuxe. I especially love that they have cushy microfiber chairs and the owner is very nice!
This is the least assuming of the list, and most affordable. While it is still extremely clean (are you noticing a trend here?) it is a little more dated/less high-end spa feeling. That being said, its actually my favorite place on this list. Why? Because of Teddy. He is amazing and my go-to for gel nail art in Dallas (when I can’t get to my favorite nail art haven in Austin, Sugarcoat).
Do you have a favorite nail salon? What do you look for in one?
It’s no secret that Death Cab for Cutie is one of my hands down all time favorite bands. They rank on the same level as The Smiths or Brand New for me. Almost any time they are in town I will scoop up tickets.
That being said, the reason I love them so much goes beyond just them being good – and honestly after they became big from The O.C. they were almost unavoidable anyways. The album Plans will always mean something special to me. It came out my sophomore year of high school, and it was that winter my grandma died.
When my grandpa died, I definitely took it hard, but there was something about my grandma passing that felt so final. I knew it meant the house would need to be sold. I knew that was our last Christmas with her. My mind and heart flooded with memories of her driving us to school, road tripping to Wisconsin and baking together.
I took the maximum days off of school that I could, and I didn’t really leave the house for about two months after (when I met one of my now best friends). If someone wanted to hang out with me they had to come to my house while I watched Garden State on repeat.
The song What Sarah Said felt like it was written about my experience with my grandmother. She was in the ICU for a few days, and you could tell she was struggling. This song encapsulates so well the feelings and motions you go through in a situation like that.
I’ve been feeling really, really nostalgic lately and I guess that’s why all these feelings are coming out. Are there any songs or albums that just give you the feels?
Every plan is a tiny prayer to father time
I love picking out presents. I much rather find someone the perfect gift than build a list of my own (which leads to a lot of frustrating indecision on my part for my family and friends).
I was perusing Kate Spade’s gift guide and found some really adorable things (which is too bad because my holiday gift shopping is done)!
I can really appreciate a good candle, and I love the one above with stripes! I think frames are a great BFF gift and you can put a memorable photo of you and the recipient in it (I know, I’m a total sap). I also love practical gifts – like this fun USB and these glittery coasters.
JoLee 