Back to the Dark Side

As much as I loved playing with my lightened locks this Summer, there was still a huge part of me that missed being a full brunette. Having my hair so close to my own natural color is just easier - no roots, no brassiness, no worries! And, it's much less expensive than living at the hair salon to get touch-ups. Do I regret going a little lighter? Not at all. It was a good change from my normal routine. But, I just feel more like myself again.

This morning: No more highlights! It's all just one shade of chocolate brown. (It's actually quite a bit darker in natural lighting. The salon lights are deceiving)

I like the dark side ;)

I hope you all have a beautiful weekend!

To those going out later this evening for Fashion's Night Out...I'm envious! Have a great time! I wish I could be in New York City to partake in all the fashion week craziness. Keep us posted!

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Fall & Winter Nails

As much as I love the fun, fluorescent nails of Summer, there is nothing that looks as rich and glamorous than the darker hues of Fall and Winter. I love looking down at my hands and seeing shiny wine colored finger tips as the backdrop for a giant cocktail ring.

This season, the dirtier the color, the better. Last year, it was all about navy and dark muted greys. I think teal has replaced navy, while olive has replaced grey (although I still love grey!)

With Flash: Essie Sew Psyched and O.P.I. Ski Teal We Drop

Love!

Two coats of both polishes. These are quite opaque, a great sign for those of you who I know love opaque polishes. I ordered Sew Psyched off of Amazon, and it arrived within two days! This is definitely "good" Essie. The formula is much better than other Essie polishes I own. Both of these are part of the Fall collections (Essie and O.P.I.)

Of course, I have my old standbys:

These will never go out of style

L to R: Essie in Bahama Mama, Sephora by O.P.I. in Meet for Drinks, O.P.I. You Don't Know Jacques!, Sephora by O.P.I. in Metro Chic

What do you girls think of olive and teal on the nails?  What are your must have polishes?

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The CR Lace Top Strikes Again

Happy Labor Day Readers! I hope everyone is enjoying the last days of Summer and taking advantage of the long holiday weekend.

I fell in love with this lacy, vintage looking top when I first saw it on Chloe's blog a few weeks back. I ran to Charlotte Russe the very next day and loved it even more in person. Since then, I've seen it featured on several blogs. I was hesitant to post an outfit because let's face it, you all have seen it! But I love it so much that I just have to. It has become one of my favorite things to wear and the boyfriend loves it, which is always a plus.

The Clothes:

Lace Top - Charlotte Russe. I couldn't find it online anymore, but it might still be in stores.

Skinny Jeans - Express, purchased ages ago.

Quilted Nude Heels - Zara

Tan Clutch - Jessica Simpson from TJ-Maxx

All Jewelry - Forever 21

Nail Polish - OPI in You Don't Know Jacques!

♥ Noelle

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