I AM ________.

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I AM….whatever I say I am. 2017 is the year of self-definition…or perhaps un-definition. I realized that as much as words supply meaning they also confine. In the purest form, we must create ourselves, our own opinions and then voice them. Sometimes that’s a matter of standing tall in our truth, letting it be known who we are without uttering a word. However, when we do decide to speak, let us speak kindness and love. Let us be impeccable in all we do. Most of all, let us be impeccable with our word.

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I AM ______.

          strong

      courageous

        tenacious

  ever-evolving

              loving.

goofball, dance, freak flag,

Fill in the blank, or don’t. That’s your choice. Sometimes words can’t even begin to describe the totality of our thoughts, feelings or perhaps our existence. If you had to choose a few words to describe yourself today, what would they be? Would they be kind and self-benefiting?

The fun thing about emotional strength is it’s ability to translate to all areas of our life. For example, our hair. In many cultures, hair is symbolic of one’s vitality and ‘spiritual strength.’ What if we looked at hair through this lens? Would the way we brush it or even style it change? Perhaps hair can be greater than a source of creative expression. Perhaps it can indicate how you show up in the world beyond appearances.

When our hair is strong and healthy, it reflects the strength we know we have inside. The Paul Mitchell’s Super Strong® line rebuilds hair from within, improving texture while keeping strands shiny and soft. Beyond that, it shield hair from damaging UV rays and is completely vegan, color-safe and paraben-free!

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Strong Look of the Month: 

SPACE BUNS + WINKS

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PREP:

Begin with clean, dry, straight hair. Cleanse with Super Strong® Daily Shampoo and condition with Super Strong® Daily Conditioner (shop links below).

Create a middle part and divide hair into two separate high pony tails. Tie with soft elastic bands.

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Step 3: Twist each section into its own separate bun and secure with bobby pins.

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secure, bobby pins,

Step 4: Get out there and rock and shine (you _______ babe you!)

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| SHOP THIS LOOK |

Super Strong® Duo Set | Ouchless Elastic Hair Ties | Assorted Bobby Pins

| FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHY |

Mark Sacro Morgan Ryan (BTS)

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Transform the Mess into the Message

45 Comments

    • Thank you! I take good care of it between shoots, lots of mask and natural concoctions. If that’s something you’re interested in lmk 🙂 Would love to share some recipes with you guys!

      Xx,
      M

  1. Your hair up do is totally dope! Its so unique and I think not enough people do it! I love your post, I filled in the blanks 😉
    X

  2. Love this hairstyle babe! These pics are the cutest!
    Totally agree on self definition! Words sometimes can confine, but if we don define ourselves it should all be positive and self lifting!
    Thanks for sharing gorgeous!
    Have a beautiful week ahead!
    XO
    Aimara
    http://www.waysofstyle.com

  3. This was such a strong post babe!!! What you wrote about self appreciation and the meaning of words as well as saying them out loud, or refraining from doing so was truly captivating and made me really philosophical for a moment. I also love the Paul Mitchell products and I haven’t even mentioned your pictures yet so here goes: They. Are. Amazing.
    xoxo
    Thomas

    http://thomasfalkenstedt.com

  4. You are such a natural! I love the sweater and your hair looks super cute. It’s absolutely important to protect the hair from nature’s elements at times. Beautiful post doll! Xoxo

  5. Stavana says

    I loved this post……I agree with the use of the I am quote. Also the space buns are so 90s and was super cute on you.

  6. Amazing photoshoot darling! I love your buns and your cute sweater. I agree on what you said about kindness and being impeccable with our word.Baci, Valeria – Coco et La vie en rose FASHION & BEAUTY

  7. Love your hair and these photos girl! You always have such beautiful shots. Another empowering post my friend.
    xo,
    D

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