Four Things

This past weekend was awful. A ton of school work, a car wreck, and some unexpected ups and downs made for a total bust.  But, there is a light at the end of every tunnel! For many of us, finals are coming up and the end of the semester is nearing. Everyones stress levels are rearing, as we prepare for the end of something old, and the start of something new. Whatever it is that may have you down, here are four things to help boost your mood!

 Sunshine.

Sunshine always helps boost my mood. Even if your just outside for a few minutes, take deep breaths and enjoy the rays! Live in a cold area? The tanning booth never hurts for a quick "beach like" fix!

No Cell Phones.

About 98% of my weekend was spent away from my cell phone, with my cell turned OFF! Sometimes, when your stressed, constant text and jibber jabber only creates more stress. Try it! We are always glued to our phones, and sometimes it feels good to step away from technology once and awhile.

Tea Time!

Even though I LOVE coffee, sometimes its not the best thing to calm me down. I always turn to a nice hot cup of mint or peach tea to sooth my nerves!

Lists.

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Making a list is the way to go! Sometimes, the best way to organize and de-stress is to sit down, and put everything you need to do in one place. This way, you know what's coming up, and what to begin preparing for!

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Heres to a great week! Happy Monday!

xo

Hannah

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Bad Hair Day

Sometimes, no matter how hard we try, prepare, stand in front of the mirror with squinted morning tired eyes...we are just...well bound to have a bad hair day! There's something in the way we wake up those mornings that we just can't shake the hair problems and the nest that has settled into our hair the night before!

So.. what do you do? Wear a hat? Curl up in a ball? Stay home?

No!

I have found something that works. I repeat... something actually works!

So, I'll cut to the chase. I take showers at night, and often straighten my hair. I wake up in the morning with a terrible bump in my hair the height of a skyscraper. Even though I try to straighten it out, it still decides to stick around. Without taking a shower again, heres what you can do!

I bought one of the spray bottles above from The Container Store (you can also get spray bottles from your local drug store.) I fill it up with water and spray my roots. Seems simple right? Then I will re-dry my roots, and perfect them with a round brush!

Its that easy. I think that this is great to do on the bottom of the hair as well, to smooth out the ends!

And thats it. $1 container bottle, free tap water, and you have yourself a hairdo quick fix!

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In Like a Lion... Out Like a Lamb

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We all know the old saying for March, in like a lion and out like a lamb. Well...that doesn't mean that your closet and room still have to remain a winter, "I don't know where any of my clothes are" mess. Lets start this March in like a lamb and out like a lamb!

Recently, I have been motivated to do some spring cleaning. Although I really only have my small room to keep tidy, most of the time it gets messy, cluttered and unorganized. I simply can't think or get ready for the week with my room in shambles and clothes all over the place (I'm low on hangers.. shop too much?!) I have decided to share some spring cleaning  tips to tackle the end of winter messys!

1. Music. 

I always find that when I have music or Pandora playing when I clean my room I become motivated, and get the job done faster. It puts you in a ready, set, go mood!

2. Hang the good, fold the old.

 I tend to hang my nicer clothes in my closet, and fold the clothes that I don't wear as often. This way, I can see all my goodies hanging in an easily accessible area. 

3. Review and Evaluate. 

We all find clothes in our closet that are outdated, and unused. Instead of chucking these clothes/handbags/accessories to the curb, evaluate them. Will I ever wear this again? How much did I pay for this item? Will I miss it when its gone? I have given a lot of my unused clothes and accessories to designer resale shops. While some of the items I don't miss, others I wish I could have back. Never give anything away without evaluating it first, and making sure that item will not be missed!

4. Bins.

   Now that winter is coming to a close, its time to stow away all sweaters and winter duds. I always get bins for my "not in season" clothing, so that I have more room in my closet for my spring goodies. Usually, I store my good sweaters hanging in garment bags with lavender sachets to keep moths or bugs from ripping holes in my sweaters. Of course, for those unexpected snowstorms and bit of winter weather we have left, leave out two or three of your favorite sweaters.

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Find My iPhone... Please!!

I have been a proud iPhone owner since the day it came out in good old 2007. I was young, and yearning for the newest technology. I somehow didn't care that an (at the time) six hundred dollar phone did not have an insurance plan... oh no no no. I just wanted my iPhone... no matter what!

Now, my priorities have changed, and I am constantly thinking of the "what if." What if my phone gets stolen, what if I lose it, what if I drop it and it cracks into tiny pieces?

Well, I will tell you a little "what if" story because it can happen!

Recently, my mom lost her iPhone at a hotel. After searching and searching to find it, the phone did not turn up. I called my provider to explain to them what had happened and if there was anything I could do to find the phone. They asked me if I had set up the "find my iPhone" app feature on the phone. I said no because I didn't know about the feature. If there is something that can find your phone..... WE NEED TO KNOW ABOUT IT! I was upset that I had not been told about this feature before, and only until after the phone was gone did I even know it had existed [counterproductive]!

So... I am taking it upon myself to relay the message.

The find my iPhone feature will track your iPhone from your computer and send out a personalized message with a noise until it is found. It also helps if it has been stolen or lost to track down where it is on a map. It is a great service that everyone needs to know about!

So, how do you set it up?

Click here to begin the process.

Hopefully you won't loose your phone, but if you love your iPhone as much as I do, set this up as a precautionary measure!

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Glasses Glasses!

A problem that I always face is that I don't wear my glasses enough (ahh my poor eyes!) The first thing I do in the morning is put in my contacts because, heaven forbid I would be seen without them. Even though I have stylish glasses, I still cannot bring myself to wear them. A lot of women are the same, thinking that glasses are unflattering. I have found that 9 out of 10 times I wear my glasses, I get compliments, because it is a different look than what people are used to seeing me in. I'm not saying that if your a contact lover you should switch to glasses, I'm simply stating, switch it up on occasion, and give those eyes a rest! Glasses are chic, and very in style. Dust off the old readers its time for some change!

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Bye Bye Winter Blues

I have always dreaded this part of winter. It seems as if January and February are the longest months out of the year. Everyone is sick of the snow and cold, and ready for Spring. I have recently felt as if I myself was falling into this unhappy trap, until I switched it around and made some changes!

I have come up with five ways to beat the winter blues!

My first tip is simple. Organize. Organize your room, house, school notebooks, car, closet; everything! Life is always easier when things are neat and in order. One thing I cannot stand is when I can't find something. When your organized you will know where everything is, and feel neat and orderly. 

Grab your yoga mat, its time for some stretching! I get unbelievably tense in the winter, and it feels so uncomfortable! Doing yoga or pilates really helps you lengthen and stretch your muscles. It is so relaxing and rejuvenating! Instead of sitting on the couch curled up in a blanket eating chips, break a sweat and do some yoga or pilates. The best part is, we live in the day and age of workout DVD's so you don't even have to leave your house :)

Although I am a shopper, and love to go to the stores, sometimes I need a break from the mainstream. I love visiting fun vintage clothing and consignment shops. The intriguing part is that you never know what you are going to find. You could find an amazing vintage piece of jewelry, or you could find nothing. That is the beauty in it. The best part is that the items are generally inexpensive, so if your tight on money thrifty shopping is the way to go!

I don't know about you, but I definitely do not drink enough water, especially in the winter. Bad news for me, thats not good for my body at all! Good news is that I recently found these fun vibrant colored Bobble water bottles at Target. They filter the water as you drink, so you can fill the bottle with tap water and drink filtered water! Amazing! Now, I don't go anywhere without my Bobble water bottle! 

I'm pretty sure that I have found a definite way to beat the winter blues. It involves a little cash and some time, but over the years this has always done the trick for me.  Plan a trip. It can be a weekend trip, by plane, boat, car, bike, train you name it. Sometimes, we just have to get out of the environment we are living in for a little while and get a breath of fresh air somewhere else. Having something to look forward to will pull you out of any funk you may be in. I almost always fly Southwest Airlines. They have low fares sometimes starting at only $39 one way! Plan something! You will be relieved when you do.

So, show those winter blues who's boss ;)

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Write It Out!

Recently, I have spent a lot of time thinking about who I am and what inspires me. Prior to starting this blog, I carried around a notebook and would write down a list of appropriate blog names, thus Endlessly Chic was born.

I noted in my "about me" section that I am a firm believer in making lists. Lists just help you stay on track, and keep organized.

I have always LOVED stationary supplies... and I don't know why. I love the clean, crisp smell of paper and books, and of course have always appreciated a cute little notebook or glittery pen to stick in my handbag.

Perusing around Borders one day, I stumbled across these Moleskine notebooks that are small and classic but come in fun vibrant colors (I bought the pink of course!) Moleskine notebooks are legendary, and have been used by the great Hemmingway, Picasso, and Chatwin. I love the durability of the notebook and the professional look that it has.

I can't tell you how many times I wish I would have taken note and wrote down things going on around me; good times/ inside jokes with friends, a list of things to do, inspirations or even just the crazy thoughts swimming in my head.

Now, I never travel anywhere without a little pocket notebook in case something strikes me that I don't want to forget!

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