Cute Hairstyles For School/Sports/Dance

Hiya beautiful people!!

As you have more than likely grasped by the title, this post will centre around super easy. versatile, hair styles- that will also take minimum effort, yet still look really cute.

1| USE A HAIRAGAMI!!

   If you don't know what one of these is, it's a bit like a snap-bracelet, but for your hair! You can get so many effortless looks from this one nifty devise! I personally find these so much: easier, quicker and neater to use than a bun donut or going free-hand. Not only can you create beautiful, long-lasting buns- but also other unique styles, like a hair piece that looks like a pretzel... THATS RIGHT A PRETZEL! You can probably tell that I love me a Hairagami (in-fact, I own five!). 

Method for a Hairagami bun

  1) Put your hair into a ponytail where you want your bun to be.

  2) Place the Hairagami at the end on your ponytail.

  3) Roll the Hairagami up the ponytail until you reach the bobble.

  4) Now slowly snap the Hairagami, so that you are in control of what your bun looks like.

  5) (Optional) Decorate your bun with flowers or ribbon to add a girly touch.

You can purchase these from Claire's for £9, personally I think that that's expensive for what it is- which is why I ordered mine from Amazon for under half the price!

http://www.amazon.co.uk/C-Ladies-Hairagami-Bun-Tail/dp/B004EMVYPU

2| Dutch Plaits!

   There are many variations of Dutch plaits: Dutch crown, singular Dutch plait ect. My personal favourite is just simple, Dutch pigtail plaits. They are brilliant for keeping your hair out of your face, for dance it's a good idea to make them into a pair of low buns because the plaits can hit you in the face when you pirouette.

Method for Dutch pigtail plaits

  1) Part your hair in the centre of your head.

  2) Secure the hair on one side of your parting using a bobble or crocodile/butterfly clip.

  3) Grab three sections at the front of your hair.

  4) Begin to plait your hair, instead of moving the outside pieces over the middle piece, move the middle piece over the outside pieces.

  5) Add more pieces gradually- much like a French plait.

  6) Once all of your hair, from that side, has been added- continue to plait your hair to the end and secure with a bobble or elastic.

  7) Repeat on the other side of your head.

The plaits look amazing with bobbles that contrast the colour of your hair- it just brings something extra to the look!

3| Crown Twist Plait!

   I first learnt about this look on YouTube ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wUthYQXES8 ). When I tried it, I was pleasantly surprised by how easy and pretty it turned out; I received many compliments from friends and family, here's how you can recreate it yourself.

Method for Crown twist plait

  1) Part your hair in the centre.

  2) Grab a piece of hair by your left ear.

  3) Start to rope plait it going around your head towards the right, keeping the hair close to your scalp.

  4) Add more hair to the plait as you get to it- the plait should still be close to your scalp.

  5) When you run out of hair to add, just rope plait it to the end and secure with an elastic.

  6) Wrap that end piece over the start of the plait and took the end underneath the plait.

  7) Keep in place by crossing two hair grips.

This look is very secure and is unlikely to come out during sports or dance!

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That's all, I hope you try out these looks on yourself and if you do, be sure to send us your pictures to our Instagram!  (@unicornasauruss https://instagram.com/unicornasauruss/ )

xo~ Daisycorn 

  

boho is back! part1

Hello dinocorns! Long time no talk... There's plenty of excuses I could use but I'm not going to bother, were just going to dive right in!

So Summer is fast approaching, and rumour has it, bohemian is the new black! Today I will be showing you some super chic boho looks that you can find on the Highstreet! 

 

These super cute and comfortable harem pants are from H&M, and with a budget friendly price of £12.99, you don't need to break the bank to be stylish this summer! (Colours and styles may vary, also will sell out quickly!) 

Also avaliable from H&M is this awesomely printed kimono, priced at £29.99. This short sleeved kimono in  woven fabric is light and comfortable for any season to come!

Moving over to monsoon, and boy do they have some treats for you! This uber stylish maxi dress is slightly on the pricer side, at £79, but if you're in to this type of theme then it's worth the investment! This vintage-inspired Milly maxi dress is printed with an all-over geo tile-print design, and cinched at the waist with a tie-up string belt. Sheer half-length sleeves and a softly-gathered skirt create a soft, fluid look. 

Flaunting a relaxed, folk-inspired feel, this smock-style top is styled with pulled thread work, lace panels and pin-tuck details. Full-length peasant sleeves and co-ordinating string ties add an extra touch of vintage style. Tuck it into a pair of high-waisted jeans and wear with sandals for a pretty daytime look. Priced at £39 from monsoon. 

That's all for today! 

Amrasaurus!

How to combat exam stress

ITS THE START OF EXAM SEASON!!! 

    Exams... Love them, or (more likely) hate them, they catch up with everyone. In this post I'll be sharing my tips on how to make sure you're on track.

1) DRINK WATER! 

    ...And plenty of it. Drinking water has numerous benefits; regulating body temperature, clearer skin- water gets rid of toxins so reduces the amount of pimples on your skin (one less thing to worry about), it helps you to concentrate and stay alert, water makes you less tired because one of the most common causes of fatigue is dehydration. You could also take a clear bottle into the exam room with you- a study by the University of London concluded that there was a correlation between drinking water during the exam and high grades.

2) Eat a healthy breakfast.

    In the morning, your body is used for detoxing, don't waste your energy by digesting fatty or sugary foods- as oppose to a nutritional whole meal full of fruit and vitamins. Also, foods- such as fruit- contain natural sugars which will keep your brain awake, no need for caffeine! Skipping breakfast is also a bad idea because: the last thing you want is your stomach to grumble in the exam and your more likely to binge on an unhealthy snack later on in the day.

3) Create an revision timetable.

    If you don't already have one, these are a great way to keep organised and in control. You could use a white board- partitioned with coloured tape- that way you can rub off subjects as you go along, this will not only make it clear what you need to do, but also show you that you are progressing and that your revision manageable.

4) Wear comfortable clothes.

    This doesn't mean that you have to turn up in your pyjamas, just clothes that won't bother you or dig during your exam. If you don't have a uniform, leggings and a T-shirt or a blouse are a wise choice. Remember that your there to do as well as you can do in your exams, not to show off your wardrobe. You don't have to look completely plain- just remember, comfort comes first during exam season.

5) When studying in a group remember...

    Your there to revise, not party- it may be fun at the time, but that's what holidays are for, what will help you more in the long run? Study with people that have similar intentions to you and won't lead you off course- your education comes first! Test each other using cue cards, whilst you're all there, you may aswell make the most of it- instead of doing what you would ordinarily do by yourself. Breaks should be frequent and no more than 10-15 minutes, give your brain time to relax and absorb the information. Keep a bowl of fruit and jug of water on the table- this will help keep you alert and it creates a nicer learning environment than individual preprepared portions of food. 

6) NEVER compromise on sleep!

    Depending on how you usually fair in the mornings- 6.5-8hours in advisable. Also try to keep your sleep pattern consistent all week long so as not to confuse your body.

I hope I helped you stay on top of your nerves. GOOD LUCK in whatever upcoming exams you have! 

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xo~ Daisycorn