Beauty

Secrets to Shiny Hair

Typically, we associate shiny hair with health—but, the products that we use can make a major difference in the luster that we see in our locks. The key is to find the correct balance between keeping hair healthy and keeping it clean. Sounds pretty simple, but since many hair products are either overly drying or […]

The Tied Chignon

We’re always on the hunt for updo solutions that look chic instead of sloppy, and never more so than during the holidays. Stylist Erica Rae blew us away with this gorgeous little chignon she created on model Taylor Boose. photographed by jessica attie Taylor, an operations specialist with a degree in digital media management, has the ideal hair type to […]

7 Amazing Additions to Your Bathtime Ritual

Ah, bath time. Every time I have the luxury of doing the whole soak-and-scrub thing in a tub of bubbles, I have the same reaction: WHY don’t I do this more often?! The concept of self-care is one that’s thrown around a lot these days, and if you’re anything like me, it can be easy […]

Matching Separates

This fall the runways are packed with beautiful color palettes and uniquely structured collections; the message from designers is loud and clear that this is the year to embrace a one-of-a-kind look. Although matching separates have traditionally been thought of as prim and proper, this new edgier crop is about freedom and creativity in one’s personal style. When creating this look for […]

The Only Beauty Product You’ll Need for That “No-Makeup” Glow

I’ve had a secret weapon in my makeup drawer for awhile now, and it’s a bit of an unsung hero; its versatility never ceases to amaze me. Did anyone guess a “multiple stick?” No? Then get ready to take notes. The color might change with the seasons (I love coral in summer and more pink-toned in winter), but I […]

Night Moisturizers

My grandmother always had the most baby soft skin all the way into her seventies — I can still remember the velvety feel of her cheek as she wrapped me into a hug. She attributed her incredible skin to the rich moisturizing cream that she diligently applied every night before bed. I used to watch her go through […]

The Coolest New Face Cleansers

Face cleanser. Let me take a guess — it’s probably not the most exciting product in your medicine cabinet. Out of all of the fun lotions and potions out there, cleanser is one of those categories that we usually look to as a utilitarian product: does it take off my makeup and leave me feeling clean […]

Getting Dressed With House of Harper’s Caroline Knapp

Although Houston is only a two-and-a-half hour drive from Austin, sometimes it feels like there’s an ocean between us and the stylish gals in H-Town. Texas is a big place, so even though social media tricks us into thinking we really know our fellow bloggers a few cities over, it’s seldom that we actually get […]

Braided Plaits

We spotted this look on the red carpet during awards season and fell in love with the unexpected combination of delicate braids paired with sleek, blown-out hair. Stylist Erica Rae stopped by to demonstrate the look on the lovely Jenna Filardi, winner of our latest Camille Styles instagram model search. “Most people automatically think ‘bohemian’ when it comes to […]

10 Best New Coats of the Season

For someone who lives in a warm climate, I own an absurd amount of coats. I love them for adding shape and drama to an outfit during the few cold months we get a year in Austin. This year I combed the racks of all of my favorite online retailers to find the ten best new coats […]

Dressed Up Loungewear

ed. note: Next up in our Pulling It Off series: stylist Taylor Jarrett shows me that loungewear doesn’t have to be reserved for my living room couch — this season’s sets can be mixed and matched as part of a chic evening wardrobe with an easygoing vibe. Click through for Taylor’s tips on making it your chicest piece this fall… […]

9 Dry Shampoos That Will Bring Your Locks Back to Life

The day of a big event or a night out, I usually blow-out and style my hair in the morning since I know I probably won’t have time to do it later. But by 6 o’clock, my fine hair has almost certainly lost it’s “oomph.” For reviving limp locks, dry shampoo is my ultimate secret weapon; with a few […]