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February 2015 Outtakes

Hey code keepers!

Thank you for reading in February! We are so thrilled that our readership continues to rise. You know what we'd also really love? To hear your feedback! Which posts have been your favorite? What do you want to see more of––hair, DIYs, men's style? Share your thoughts in the comments below each post, or leave a comment on Facebook. Either way, we look forward to hearing from you!

One last thing...
We've got a special secret that we've been keeping our lips sealed about, and we finally get to reveal it this week! Eeee! So, stay tuned...

 xoxo | drédin

outtakes pictured: 1.17.15 and Rosy-Go-Round

December Outtakes...Ciao 2014!

As the world focuses its eye and goals to 2015, I'm taking one more look back on our year of blogging. Take a journey with me as I revisit 8 of my favorite posts. (Of course there were so many that I loved, but considering the time it takes to get glittered up for NYE festivities, I narrowed!)

The year started off with a cover story featuring Joan Smalls. I was thrilled to feature Joan not only because she's gorgeous, but because of her resilience to rise to where she is today. Although Joan is no longer holding the #1 spot, she's still as present in the industry as ever. Read more.

Now, I can't talk about the #1 spot without mentioning the back-to-back NFC Champions! Earlier in the year we showed the 12th woman how to get game-ready, and then we cheered our Hawks to a Superbowl victory! Working in the nation's capital, I crave the west coast. So, if you're like me and missing home-field advantage, then revisit the post for style tips + music video to get you pumped.

If there's one thing you would have gathered this year, it's that we love the sun. Even home-field advantage couldn't tamper with our incessant craving for warm weather. Especially if that craving meant going all the way to Dominica to satisfy--which dré did in March! Read more.

That wasn't the only major move dré did this year. Can we talk about the many hair transformations? Just take a look at the chop that happened in May below. She straight up said, "Cut My Hair Don't Care", and it was one of the best looks all year! Revisit dré's hair journey here.

One thing that I loved this year was playing with light. If you look back through our posts, you can see how our various discoveries of radiance transformed our images and overall post themes. One of these was "Georgetown" (above). Rediscover this look in historic Georgetown here.

Speaking of light, I found it again in "Love, Now Trending". This look was created for my two friends' wedding reception in July. The theme was garden party, and I couldn't resist adding this flirty back-slit top to my ensemble. Love was definitely in the air; catch it again here.

Oh, and remember that time when dré made VOGUE.COM? Yah, that happened a few times this year, too. It was crazy and so much fun! Relive the backstage moments here.

And to round it out, one of my favorite reds of all-time was found this year! Such a classic that I hope OPI never lets it go! Although I'm not a soda drinker, I must say that sharing this beautiful lacquer with your bff is worth popping a bottle for! Cheers to my favorite red again here.

These were my favorite 8 of 2014. Now let's take a look at what your top 3* were this year:

1. Marita
2. Cut My Hair Don't Care
3. My Personal Canvas
*Top trending posts as calculated via the buzz.

Thanks for reading in 2014!

xo | din

See You In The New Year!!

Winged Inspo

Here are some photos from my latest makeup shoot. Included the pre-shoot photos that better show my hair. Whatchu know bout le fro? 

xo | din 

8 Gifts Of Christmas

It's that time again for dré and din's 8 picks for the holiday season! Only this time, stay tuned each day, because with all the gifts we would love to give, you will have a chance to receive one directly from us!

Day 1

A hair service with dré. What better way to give someone love than to give them an opportunity to be pampered and beautified?! Treat someone or treat yourself with an end of the year appointment, whether you need to trim those gnarly ends, or you're just looking for a fancy style to turn heads in the city!  dré's last day with available openings this year is Saturday, December 28th!  Call 206-326-6000 and book your appointment with Andrea.

While you're in the salon, be sure to pick up a product that will keep your beautiful new 'do in place! dré loves laque couture by Kérastase. "It holds your style nicely in place, without feeling too heavy or stiff." 

Here is what you can expect from this product:

-sets and locks styles

-highly workable 

-frizz control

-UV filter and heat protection

-anti frizz and humidity protection

-color protection

So that's it! Our first two picks for gifts this season! We can't wait to show you our other six gifts, and we look forward to finding out who our lucky winner of one of our gifts will be!

xo drédin  

[ The "It List" ] Coat Edition

If you've been paying attention to Harper's Bazaar lately, or IT lists anywhere, then you know that fall's got certain trends that are stealing the spotlight. Below I've deCODEd the style "It List" from Harper's Bazaar. Use it as a guide for your fall season shopping.

The Peacoat

The queen bee nailed this look. Now, you can, too! Check out these penny saving options here and here. Super versatile, super buyer savvy.

The Camel Coat

The camel coat is classic. Ultra feminine and offers timeless appeal. Hey, that's good for the budget! These are some picks for you, pictured above, here, and here.

The Barbour Coat

Although the world's Princess made this look popular, I prefer a more modern silhouette. Try these options here, here, and here!

Remember, you don't have to be a royal to take part, nor do you have to spend royal cash!

"Fashion can be bought. Style one must possess." -Edna Woolman Chase

xo | din

photo courtesy | harpersbazaar.com, getty, style bistro

Hair + Couture + A Lesson From The Godfather....Yes Please!

I recently was a hair model for Matrix, in a Seattle hair show. It truly was an incredible experience in every way! I got to hang out with a bunch of extremely talented stylists for 3 days and wear couture....now that's what I call a weekend!

Darci Brown hooked me up with my gorgeous new blonde color, and I was styled on stage by both Nicholas French and Daniel Roldan.  

Nicholas French has been called "the godfather" of hairdressing. Now I see why! I wish I could sit at his feet for a year and just watch him, listen to him, and assist him with his wig styling! I definitely left feeling like a learned a history lesson and full of inspiration!

Then there is Daniel. What an amazing artist! He has a strong point of view, and full of creativity and talent! Though he is a bit more quiet, don't let him kid you! This guy has jokes, and he and Nicholas had me cracking up with their commentary!

Finally, feast your eyes upon my wardrobe! The blue lagoon of gorgeousness below is by Roberto Cavalli. Ummmm...let's just say I never wanted to take it off, and Nicholas is lucky that it made it back into his bag! The beautiful red gown that I wore for the V.I.P. event is by Angel Sanchez. How fun to be so fancy! I even got to rock porcupine quills in one of my updos!  

XOXO dré

[ drédin + keaton row ]

Hello from your new stylists!

Many of our friends have turned to us for style inspiration and personal styling tips. Now you, too, can personally be styled by drédin! We have joined the online styling team of Keaton Row which is a 100% online styling site. That means, wherever you are, you can be styled by us!

Check out our profiles below, then visit our personal stylist pages. We'll put together a lookbook that's tailored to you so that you can take the fashion code wherever you go!

Check out my profile on Keaton Row, here.
 

Andrea Malczewski:

Model, Blogger, & Designer Extraordinaire!

My Style: Edgy, Girly, Loud, Fun, & Ballerina (tutu!) inspired.

Danielle DuCré:

Stylist, Blogger, & Event Coordinator Extraordinaire!

My Style: Manhattan Chic -- Chameleon Between the Edge and the Light.

Check out my profile on Keaton Row, here.

The world is your runway. You've got the code, now walk.
xoxo drédin

3 Generations Of Beautiful

This weekend I had the opportunity to style hair for an awesome wedding party! In the mix was my dear friend, her mother, and her daughter. Talk about pretty people both inside and out!

I gave each of them a completely different style that suited them perfectly! What do you think?!

XOXO Dré