Enjoying the dog days of summer? So are we! With long weekends and late nights on the horizon, we know that sleeping in is a must this time of the year. To keep your mornings stress-free and your weekends a little extra luxurious, we put together 15 timesaving (lifesaving, really) second-day hairstyles you can fit into any daily routine!
1. Braided Crown: Today is your day to be treated like royalty. We love this braided crown look, perfect for holding back your wispy fly-aways while still letting your hair down. (via A Cup of Jo)
2. Messy Low Bun: This old standby is a favorite of ours. A messy low bun is great for any occasion and you can wear it comfortably all day. (via A Beautiful Mess)
3. Tousled Hair: Don’t flatten your bedhead, enhance it! All you need to achieve this just-washed, carefree look is a curling iron and dry shampoo! (via Brit + Co)
4. Mermaid Braid: This is a must-try for any braid lover, and the perfect go-to summer look for work or play! Your day-old hair will never know what hit it. (via A Cup of Joe)
5. Head Scarf: Wrap up your hair and look fab with a headscarf! After a simple twist and tie, you’ll be ready for any summer picnic or afternoon adventure. (via Useful DIY)
6. Faux Bob: Tired of all of that hair? All you need is a few bobby pins and a curling iron to achieve this look, perfect for those days when ordinary just won’t cut it. (via Brit + Co)
7. Low Chignon: Get messy and look chic at the same time! This look is great for day or night, and is perfect for all those messy-haired mornings. (via The Small Things Blog)
8. Topknot: We’ve never seen a topknot we didn’t like. With a flick of the wrist and some hairspray, you’ll be able to rock this easygoing, yet sophisticated look all day. (via A Beautiful Mess)
9. Half-up Updo: Did you know you can liven up day-old hair with a hairdryer? Add some body with your dryer and clip in a few bobby pins and you’re good to go! (via Mr. Kate)
10. Twisted Updo: We are loving this look for summer! All you need is an elastic headband to complete this chic ‘do. Throw one in your purse for emergencies and you’ll be prepared for any situation! (via Henry Happened)
11. Fishtail Bun: This ever-classy fishtail bun is great for mornings when your hair has a mind of its own. Fasten your hair into a fishtail braid, pin and go! (via Sincerely, Kinsey)
12. Sleek Ponytail: This timeless look is one of our favorites. Brush your hair back, secure with a rubber band and let your natural beauty shine! (via A Cup of Jo)
13. Hair Bow: Yes, you can pull this off! This lovely bow is a great way to add something special to your day when you’re in a bind. And, all you need is a single bobby pin. (via We See Rainbows)
14. Rose-Adorned Chignon: What’s better than an easy ‘do adorned with flowers? You’ll be spreading joy all day with this darling nature-inspired look. (via To Vogue or Bust)
15. Over-the-Shoulder Pony: Two pony tails are better than one! Make an extra-long pony tail for an effortless over-the-shoulder look. (via Brit + Co)
Are you a second-day guru? Which of these looks is your fave? Tell us in the comments below!
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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