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Today is super super sweet! We're running around town snapping photos like crazy. Our friend Katie is coming over for a girls slumber party. Nothing like a girls night to relax and reset for a busy week! What do you guys do to relax during a busy season? xo. elsie + emma
PS. These photos were taken at Boca Mocha in Springfield, Missouri. It's a pretty local spot with great lattes. ♥
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I wanted to share my new favorite iPhone app tonight! It's called VSCO Cam (you can see lots of beautiful examples on their site). I love and use a LOT of iPhone apps, but this is my new favorite because it's simple but gives you a lot of creative control. All of the photos above are my own iPhone photos edited with VSCO Cam.
I hope some of your download it and enjoy it as much as I do! If you have a favorite iPhone app, let me know in the comments. xo. elsie
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We get lots of questions about Katie's gorgeous red hair. Today I invited her to share her tips for keeping red hair bright. If you've had red hair before you've probably noticed that it can fade very quickly. It can take a lot of maintenance. Follow these tips to make your color last longer...
1. Healthy hair. Keep your hair as healthy as possible. Coloring hair causes damage, so being kind to your hair is important. Skip the blow dryer when you can, or try no-heat curls instead of firing up the hot curling iron.
2. Wash less. Wash your locks as little as possible. Every washing will strip your hair of color, so try to keep the washing to 2-3 times a week.
3. Sulfate-free products. Hair products with sulfates will fade your color faster, so look for the "sulfate-free" label on the bottles you buy.
4. Invisible dry shampoo. Now that you are washing your hair less, you might need dry shampoo to help absorb that excess oil on the days in between washing. Invest in an "invisible" dry shampoo. You will avoid the white, powdery mess in your hair and your color will shine through brighter.
5. Less sun. The sun can do a lot of damage to hair, especially color treated hair. Always wear a scarf or hat to protect those lovely locks from further damage due to the sun. xoxo. Katie
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Yes, it is. Today I'm working from home. It's a brussel sprouts, wear your favorite moccasins, iced chai kinda day. Tonight my parents are having a BBQ. What are you doing to celebrate Memorial Day? xo. elsie
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