Hair by Diego

Diego is a miracle worker. I've seen him turn some seriously damaged hair into a silky soft dream! If you want to see for yourself just check out his Instagram packed with before and after pictures, mostly girls with long ombre hair of my dreams.

He made me the promise that he could color match my red with less harsh dyes than I had been using in hopes that my hair would grow! And just in case you are in shock right now, no I am not a natural redhead! 

Diego uses super gentle organic dyes that are both good for your hair and the environment. My red took years to find the perfect shade so I wasn't  entirely convinced it could be matched, but I gave him a shot at it. Turns out after only 3 sample strand tests, he found a perfect match! 

If you are looking for someone to help you achieve what seems to be the impossible when it comes to your hair, go see Diego in Lakeview at RefleKTion Salon! Mention that Jill from Hot Pink Style sent you and get $25 off your first service!

Beauty for Bloggers Workshop

A few weeks back I attended The Beauty for Bloggers Workshop taught by hair and beauty expert Maritza Buelvas! Maritza was kind enough to welcome fellow Chicago blogger Drew of Catfish and Caviar and I into her beautiful in-home studio where we learned step-by-step tutorials on how to create some fun and easy hair styles. All hairstyles captured by Julie (a fellow teacher too!!!) of Riddle Road Photography.

I went in to this workshop wanting to know a way to make the side pony an everyday look for me which is challenging when your hair is as short as mine, but Maritza made it happen! Drew had this fun leopard hair wrap that she wanted to figure out cute ways to incorporate into hairstyles. Maritza made Drew's thick shoulder length hair look like she had way more hair than just that with a top knot using the wrap. She also did one more tutorial on Drew creating an easy casual pony that looks glam but is simple enough for everyday!

Check out all these looks below. All photos by Riddle Road Photography. 

Surrounded by beauties Maritza and Drew!

For more Info on Maritza's Beauty for Bloggers Workshops see her post covering this event or go check out her site!

Cobalt Maxi

I'm pretty terrible at making a ponytail look special. It usually winds up looking exactly the same every time. This time, however, I decided to give it my all by breaking out the teasing comb and adding a little volume. Still not a monumental difference, but at least I tried.

Any suggestions on how you add some oomph to your pony tail? If you have a tutorial or suggestion, share in the comments below!

P.S I will be back mid-week from my honeymoon, so that will all from me until I return home. 

Dress: Forever 21 (from last summer but super cute option here from Piperlime)

Sandals: Sam Edelman "Trina" (on sale now!)

Necklace and bracelet: Vintage via the Randolph Street Market

Scarf: Gap (similar here)

Sunglasses: Taste of Randolph Street Fest (similar here)