Tinsel isn't only for the holidays

When I think tinsel, I think Christmas trees. Decorated in red, gold, and green tinsel. Tinsel strung up and down the stairways, and hung over doors.
Of late, I have been seeing it every one's hair. At least around campus there are numerous people with these strands of shiny string in their hair. Previous to this, I had thought this was only worn in little girls.
This is called Hair Tinsel or Hair Bling.
While I haven't yet decided whether I like it or not, these are definitely a cute trend to try in your hair.
I think my favorite that I have seen are the silver and gold ones. The color ones sometimes look like you just have something stuck in your hair, while the silver and gold ones just blend in, I think.

From what I have read this is fairly easy to put in your self. You just tie the strand to a stand of your own hair. There are a multitude of Youtube videos and how-to guides. I'm also relatively sure Conair makes some kind of tool for putting these in your hair, but don't quote me on that.
I definitely think these are a cute fun thing to try, although definitely don't go overboard. I think my favorite ones I have seen are the ones where they only have one or two in.
I'm decently sure that this is a confusing trend for some people. I don't really see the point in them, and sometimes I feel like they are a bit juvenile. But I could understand wearing them also.

Story time: I was in class the other day, and the girl sitting in front of me has had a pink one in her hair for months. She was flirting with some guy next to her, joking around. And he stops and goes "Hey, you have something in your hair." He reaches for the tinsel strand and begins to pull it as she swats his hand away and tries to explain to him that it was attached to her hair. He seemed extremely confused by whatever she had in her hair.

After that story, I'm not sure I want to put those in my hair. Changing and alternating the colors reminds me of having braces, and how you would change the color of your bands according to the holidays. Red and green for Christmas, black and orange for Halloween, I know you remember.

Just don't go crazy, and I think you'll be okay.

Trend to try (and love!): Sequins

I can't even begin to explain to you how obsessed I am with sequins. While they have yet to infiltrate my closet, if I had millions to drop on clothes, you can bet an entire section would be dedicated to these sparkling babies.
As with everything, these are only to be worn in moderation.
A piece here and a piece there.
Or you can go all out and wear an entire sequin body suit.
If you do, send me a picture because that would be hilarious.
My most favorite pieces of sequin clothing I have seen would definitely be sequin leggings. They are adorable, and add the right amount of glitz to any outfit.

They definitely add a dramatic flair to your wardrobe. Just be careful, because they are so reflective, they do make you look larger than you really are. One of the cons of shiny pieces of clothing. Definitely wear it with a simple shirt, very very few details. I think these would be so cute with beige closed-toe shoes, a flowy white shirt, and a cropped blazer. That's just me though.

Another piece of sequin clothing to add to your wardrobe would have to be a sequin blazer. This should definitely only be worn when going out at night, or to work if you're allowed. It definitely projects a professional image, while also making your outfit seem fun. I haven't found one that I love yet, but the only place I have seen something like this is the Victoria's Secret catalog.

Once again, whatever you wear underneath needs to be uber-simple. I love it with a black dress, or any other colored solid dress for that matter. Love. I also think that sequins are awesome holiday wear. For all the family parties that will begin at the end of this month and continue through January, a sequin blazer is classy enough to wear to your boyfriends family holidays, and you will also shine at your grandma's holiday dinner.

Lastly, the most common piece of sequin clothing I have seen is a sequin slip. Every time I have visited Nordstrom Rack, I have seen one. And wanted one. I never actually gave in to buying one because I had no idea what to wear it with. This is definitely the most casual an understated sequin piece I would recommend. I'm sure it would look killer over jeans and under a leather jacket. The brand Free People has them in a multitude of colors.

So just remember, only one piece of sequins at a time unless you are trying to resemble a disco ball. I dare you to try it, I promise you will receive at least a few compliments and envious stares.

Humerous Hippie Headbands

Alliterations, how clever.
I am terrible at blogging over the weekend, and it always takes me a few days to get back into the swing of things.
I just feel obligated to talk about this. Halloween has just passed, and these are definitely an accessory left to Native American and hippie costumes.
I just don't understand the fascination with this particular headpiece. I have never seen it look flattering on anyone. It cuts foreheads in half, and makes your hair all big and weird looking on top.

Even celebrities are not able to pull this style off, because it is just not meant to be worn. I am forgiving of all those 16 and younger wearing these, a passing fad to remember a decade of rebellion and freedom. After that, you are just projecting an image of immaturity.
Now, I definitely love scarves as headbands, as long as they are covering an entire section of your forehead and not just cutting straight across it. They are super cute, and definitely classy and they do actually help keep your hair out of your face.
I think I failed to mention that these hippie headbands have absolutely no purpose in your hair, besides giving you a headache. They don't keep any hair out of your face. Such a useless trend.
I'm not trying to be mean, this isn't something to be mean about. I understand you have long locks, and want to accessorize your forehead. I just have never looked at  anyone wearing one of these and been like "Wow, that is so stylish and cute."
If you're going to do it, I can't stop you. Although I would totally love to see you sporting a cute scarf across your forehead instead. Save yourself the headaches!

Only if it covers the entire top of your forehead though!