The Laundromat

It's officially been one week since I arrived in Honolulu, and I must say that I'm adjusting pretty well. I only have to wait one more week until the rest of my belongings arrive on the barge. 

I'm having so much fun exploring and getting to know my new surroundings. Among my list of findings and firsts, is ordering the best bubble tea I've ever had, and doing my laundry at a laundromat. I kind of felt like I was in a movie as I was folding my clothes! 

I can't wait to share more of my new environment with you, so be sure to check back often! 

xo | dré 

top | Decree 

skirt | bar III

sandals | Delman

Woven in Luxury

Sometimes I sit back and think of how spoiled I am that God blessed me with 2 little girls. And not just any girls, but ones full of personality, that are as girly and fabulous as they come!

Last month, I straightened my youngest daughter's afro, per her request for the opening weekend of the new Cinderella movie. Although I prefer her kinky coils, I figured I shouldn't miss an opportunity to play with her smoothed out locks. So you know what happened next right? We decided to have a photoshoot. Enjoy!

xo | dré 

Fashion SOULstice

Last month I was asked by the owners of Charbon Salon to be one of their models for Fashion SOULstice. 'No' wasn't even an option for me. 

Fashion SOULstice is a charity event in which the proceeds go to benefit the victims of human trafficking. Not only was I excited to give my time to help this cause, but as a bonus, I knew I was going to be styled by some of the best artists I've ever worked with! So basically, pretty hair + runway show + good cause = no brainer! 

The collection that Charbon put together was bohemian/gypsy/free spirit. The hair was full of lots of texture and braids and our wardrobe was styled by Feather and Skull. 

Feather and Skull is a Seattle jewelry designer that also refurbishes clothing and boots. I loved the shorts I wore so much that I bought them from her after the show.

Here, the models are pictured with Noel, the designer behind Feather and Skull.

 

Pictured above, Melissa, a colorist at Charbon, is putting some finishing touches on one of the models. Below, Chloe, a Charbon stylist, is prepping her model's hair for braids. 

 

Rayna, stylist at Charbon, is backcombing my hair to get it nice and full and wild!

The show was sold out and a great success! Thanks for checking it out!

xo | dré 

Like Feather and Skull's style? Shop them at www.featherandskull.com 

Keep up with Charbon by liking their Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/charbonsalon

Hair Rx

The braid I rocked in my post yesterday caused quite a stir! I had numerous people stopping me to tell me, "I love your braid!", and "How did you do that?!". Rest assured! I got your back! Click the link below for my step by step demo of how you can recreate the look at home, and see the image below for the finished look.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnaqPtnA8ao&feature=youtu.be

XOXO dré 

Hair Rx

When warm weather hits, so do BBQs, babes in bikinis, and beachy tresses. But as sexy as long hair can be, when the sun is beating down, so is sweat from the hair in your face! Thus, I bring to you, a spin on the regular braid: the waterfall braid. It's perfect for anything from a special occasion, to a brunch with friends. You can style it to perfection and not have to bat an eye over any unwanted strands falling in your face!

Please glean freely from my video below on "how to do a waterfall braid", and scroll further down to see the finished look.

XOXO Dré

Wedding Bells

It's summer. It's hot. And what else comes to mind besides popsicles and beaches?? WEDDING SEASON!!

Weather you will be the blushing bride this year or have a friend that is getting ready to tie the knot, I have a selection of five families of hairstyles sure to please the bride-to-be.

For the classic bride:
1.French Twist
The french twist is a timeless look that has so many variations of the way it can be worn. Below Eva Longoria wears hers with her bang swept softly to the side, and the lovely lady below her has the front of hers styled up and away from her face.