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OK, so one of my events while in Macau this week will be a formal dinner – and while I have my favorite LBD and heels ready, my favorite hair guru will be thousands of miles away.
So, what do I do? I go prepared with a how-to, armed and ready.
According to my friends Celebrity Hairstylists Eugene Toye, Ryan Cunningham and Eddie Ngai from the Rita Hazan Salon, the perfect look for my party-ready look is none other than the chignon – but in a very messy, modern take.
Here’s how to do it at home (or in my hotel room):
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You know those days when you throw your hair back for a long day at work…and then last-minute find out about a hot party going on that night?
The big issue for me, always, is how to adapt my hair!
We consulted expert stylist Mimi Lee, from LUX Salon in Atlanta and Mimi suggested the following trick for super-easy day-to-night styling.
1. Apply mousse or cream to damp hair. (She likes Sebastian Whipped Creme or Davines Universal Mattering Mousse)
2. Braid or French braid hair.
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image: jc de castelbajac
OK, my French is a little rusty. This (I think) says that JC de Castelbajac is having a party from the 19th through 24th of May for mothers at their boutique. And then something about their women’s collection and accessories.
Anyone read French better than me?
I love Catelbajac. He made that awesome yeti eyes skirt I raved about a while back. Whatever the invitation says, if you’re in the area (France?) I’d go.

Maki Squarepatch is perhaps the cutest shop ever.
I’ve babbled on about them before, but the news is that they are now open at their new location in Singapore. I wish i could pop in and see all the cute little art pieces and clothing that they’ve got.
But you, if you’re in Singapore, you should check out their grand opening party this Friday. You’ll get a peek at the new accessories, baby blankets and other items and get to meet the awesome twosome that run the shop.
Info:
When: May 9, 7 pm
Where: 33 Bali Lane (second story)
RSVP: info@makisquarepatch.com