It's Been Bitchin

It certainly has.

Cheers to a brilliant 2012 and to all that 2013 will bring. 

Wishing you and yours a spectacular new year!

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Instagram Land: Maui

From Zip lining in Kapaluah to whale watching in Lahaina, I am having the best time in Maui with my family! I cannot wait to share more in depth about my adventures from my trip with y'all, and get back to regular posting. Until then you can keep up with me by following @SideSmileStyle on Instagram.

Keep Calm

Taking a brief break for Finals. See you all on the other side {SideSmile}.

Daniel's Lumber

GAP turtleneck // ALL SAINTS dreamcatcher sequin skirt // ALEXANDER WANG diego bucket bag // JEFFREY CAMPBELL boots // KAREN WALKER sunglasses // LILY AND LAURA stacked bracelets

Daytime Feathers

Sometimes, you just have to wear your new feather mini skirt to class, you just do. That's all, SideSmile.

GAP cream knit sweater // H&M denim shirt // CLUB MONACO feather mini skirt // JEFFREY CAMPBELL solitaire heels // TORY BURCH aviator sunglasses // JON HART school bag // LILY & LAURA stacked bracelets

90 Second Teased Bun

Ok y'all asked for it and here it is: a tutorial for my 90 Second Teased Bun (as seen in this post). I know we all have those days that we wake up late, are in a rush, or just don't feel like washing our hair! Enter the teased bun, a hair style so easy that even I can accomplish it. I do NOT fancy myself a hairstyling specialist (I frequently defer to the experts and get my hair blown out before events and nights on the town at dry bar). Disclaimer firmly in place; I hope y'all enjoy this tutorial -- and hopefully a few more minutes of sleep! 

What I used: Loreal Elnett Hairspray // Alterna Dry Shampoo // Sephora Boar Brush // Sephora Clear Hair Elastics // Hot Tools Hair Pins

What I wore: StyleMint Striped Tee // Revlon Color Stay Lipgloss in Top Tomato // Lily and Laura Bracelets

ps. Feel free to email me with any questions :)