Redrum

redrum.redrum.redrum

translation = murder

According to Stephen King, that is. I'm obsessed with King novels, and of course 'redrum' is from his  most notorious book (popularized by Jack Nicholson's stellar portrayal of Jack Torrance), The Shining. Within The Shining and it's sequel, Doctor Sleep, the word 'redrum' is often written on bathroom mirrors in blood. Gory, but ah, do I love it.

To note the obvious, my hair is RED(dish).. [REDrum]! I usually do this annually. And a brief note on that-

Alanna's Guide To Dyeing Hair Red Without Actually Dyeing It:

1. Ask your hairdresser (or do it yourself) to highlight the top portions of your hair

2. Once bleached, add a red toner.

3. This way, not your whole head is dyed and it will fade out nicely as your hair grows.

It takes a one-two washes to make the color settle in (the streaks fade pretty quickly), so don't worry about it looking too punchy. It also kind of gives it a fun ombré look at the beginning. Additionally, note that red toner washes out within a month if you wash your hair every day so wash once every 2-3 days if possible (this is healthier for your hair anyway).

For my outfit, I started with my typical A-line skate skirt from Forever 21, and this amazing Christmas-y sweater from Urban I purchased last year. To add some pizzazz, (and because it was too warm for a coat) I popped on this brand new fur vest I got at H&M [LOVE THIS THING!]. I also added a simply black infinity scarf also from H&M and my black-knee high, complete with my JC Soulmans. My ear cuff is from H&M as well. 

Happy Thanksgiving Week!

A lot to be thankful for this year, and most importantly, THANK YOU for your positive feedback and Killer Queen loooove.Check out this Lala post for tips on making the most of your Thanksgiving Break, and of course check out WEAR! 

 ♕ Photography by Amanda Brauer ♕

"I can no other answer make but thanks, And thanks, and ever thanks. 

Often good turns Are shuffled off with such uncurrent pay; 

But were my worth, as is my conscience, firm, 

You should find better dealing."

[Twelfth Night 3.3]

Cheers, xxx