My Curly Top
I change my hair all of the time, but every 4-5 years I return to my natural curls. Lots of you have asked how I style my hair when I wear it natural, so here’s the scoop:
As a Hairdresser in NYC, I was introduced to the Davines line of products. I fell in love with their ‘Love’ Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner - a bit expensive, but worth it (until I can develop my own line that’s easier on the pocket book – Oh, I’ve got plans, people!)
I used to adore Aveda’s Sap Moss line, but they discontinued it in the name of sustainability…which is actually very cool.
Once I’m all clean (I only wash my hair twice a week – curls are dry and stripped of moisture on their own, so I go easy), I squeeze out any excess moisture and apply about 2 tbls. of Aveda Universal Styling Creme from their ‘Brilliant’ line to my damp hair.
I then twist 1″ sections of hair around my finger, root to tip to set the curl. Once my whole head is done, I air dry (No touching! The biggest mistake people make about curls is touching them while they’re drying – that is a quick road to frizz) and then fluff it up at the roots once it’s completely dry.
And that’s it! Easy, and fairly quick. Hope this helps my fellow curly’s out there!
Lust/Must
I adore capiz shell lamps. I mean, really, really, really love them. But when you consider that an iconic Verner Pantone Fun Lamp can cost up to $26,000, it seemed appropriate to look at the Lust/Must of it all.
Lust:
Must:
Myles of Style
Many of you are fans of my show, and wonder where it is on HGTV. Here’s the deal: Myles of Style can always be caught in repeats (just check your local listings) as well as on iTunes and Hulu.com – so if you just can’t get enough of the good stuff, you can check it out any time day or night! I’ll be back on HGTV this fall as the host of America’s Biggest Yard Sale, and Holiday Battle on the Block, so keep you eyes peeled. In the meantime, this blog is the best place to see what’s in my head, so enjoy and thanks for all of the love!
Layers
I’ve never met a glass tile that I didn’t like. Major visual interest, multiple ‘layers’ thanks to the color, sheen, and grid pattern… I’m nuts for the stuff, no matter the room.
Eh.
I’ll never be accused of loving ‘Country Style’, but I’m WAY OVER the versions put forth by Pottery Barn.
I think it’s the ‘faux’-ness of it all – (I mean, if you like quilts, invest in the real deal and support an artisan). Bleh.
Mix it Up
I love the Pantone S chair – sinuous curves, fab colors and a Jetson’s vibe. Most of all, I love that this design classic has a personality that’s so distinctive it can instantly foil whatever it’s paired with…makes for an easy ‘mix’.
Little Kim.
Oh, the miracle of the internet!
My high school friend Melissa (who is now an ass-kicking Tae Kwon Do black belt and Personal Trainer in San Fran) just sent me this old photo of myself:
Me at age 15. Can you believe the hair?! (I look like Slash’s long lost little sis!) And I totally remember those jeans – they’d belonged to my Grandfather, and I wore them to shreds. This was just too good not to share with you guys. (and PS, check out the little Mouse Lady chillen’ next to the fireplace – remember those?!)
Colorful Cabinetry
Who says you need to gut a bland kitchen? Here are some fab examples of the power of color.
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