TSP's Date Night Style Tips & Giveaway!

Oh, hey there lovely readers! 

I hope your weekends gave you enough rest to start a new week, and if not, start sipping that coffee a little quicker because lemme tell ya... you'll want to pay attention to this post!

Miss Shardé is taking over today - a fab style blogger who I've known from the beginning! You may remember when I talked about designing her blog last month, or, if you're one of the ol' G's you might remember when I interviewed her during my Confess to a GDS series? Well, needless to say, she's been one of my blogger favs. From her photos it's evident why her blog is called "The Style Projects," but today I'm taking it upon myself to write her tagline: 

"Inspiring you to treat your hair nice, dress up pretty, and DIY like a boss."

I'll run it by her later... but for now it's time to check out her date night style tips. Oh and puh-leeeease don't forget to check out her giveaway at the end... you'll thank me later.

Hi KV's readers! 

I'm Shardé from The Style Projects

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I'll start with a little bit about me. I'm a Texas native living in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. I'm lucky enough to have love of my life as my best friend - our motto is to "Seize the Day" everyday. Last but not least, I believe you can never be overeducated or overdressed, so I am always dressed to impress.

Today I'm sharing some real know-how on getting prepared for a date night with your boo, plus I'm giving away a huge date night beauty package to help you put my tips to the test (look for it at the end of this post!).

Now, getting ready for date night doesn't have to be that hard - simple and chic is the way to go! Most men don't like it when we fuss too much over our appearance (and even if you do - he doesn't have to know!). Here's the way to make your look effortlessly cool...

Let's start with the hair...

Curling your hair with a flat iron creates simply beautiful waves. Since this is my area of expertise, I have a video on what to do! Follow these simple steps to give your locks some wavy love. This works on all lengths of hair, from chin length and beyond!

Untitled from Ezra Gordon on Vimeo

Now... the outfit is equally important!

Repeat after me, the boyfriend blazer is your best friend. Boyfriend blazer = best friend. 

The boyfriend blazer says chic and relaxed all at the same time! Throw on some skinnies, and, if you wear skinnies the same color as your blazer, it will make you look taller! A contrasting color is just as cool though, and will add some extra interest to the outfit.

Pair your blazer with a neutral top, a statement necklace, and voila! You have relaxed beauty. Add on a pair of simple wedges or heels and you've got yourself a killer outfit. Your boy won't even know what he has comin' to him!

Lastly... the makeup should be simple.

You've already got a great outfit, so you should let your face shine! Don't go all out - hold the eyeshadow, hold the bronzer, and just do your bare essentials: winged eyeliner, mascara, and a touch of blush. If you want to go bolder, throw on some candy red lipstick, or be subtle with a nude gloss.

You are now ready to go out on any date night! Keep these tips for later reference and feel free to pin them - because you know you'll need them eventually!

And now for the giveaway... 

A $174 Hair Care Package so lovely your split ends will beg you to enter!

Davines Love Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner ($19) 

A concentrated smoothing shampoo and conditioner for curly, coarse, wavy or dry hair. Fights frizz with borage oil and grapefruit extract, and leaves your hair feeling like butter! 

A little goes a long way with this stuff!

Davines Oi Oil Absolute Beautifying Potion ($15)

I wrote a whole post on it because it is like a miracle for your hair! Makes it softer, shinier, repairs split ends and prevents from heat damage. A major plus is it cuts your blow dry time down by 20%! Within three uses you can feel an improved textural difference in the hair. Like the shampoo and conditioner, a little of this goes a very long way! You only need one or two pumps for medium length hair.

Ceramika Pro Travel Size Flat Iron ($20)

Great for fixing your hair in a flash or on the go! Also great for really curly hair for getting super close to the root. Why have full size when you can have mini?

Chestnut 100% Human Hair Full Set Clip-in Extensions in 14" length ($100)

Transform your hair from short to long in a matter of 5 minutes! These clip in extensions just take a few minutes to install and are incredibly easy to maintain. The hair can be styled just like your own hair, with the same products and tools you use. It can also be colored darker by a professional- highlighting is not necessarily recommended, but can possibly be done by your hairdresser. 

*BONUS PRIZE* 

Large Ad spot on TSP! ($20)

250x250 for 30 days - featured at the top of the right column for maximum exposure.

PLEASE NOTE: This giveaway is open to US residents only.
GOOD LUCK!!!!

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