August Agenda: 30 Things We’re Loving This Month

Posted by August 01, 2012 9:15 am
Click through the slideshow to see what is on our agenda this month!

Experience John Barrett's Ponytail Bar: After all of the hype about the Braid Bar, John Barrett decided to open a "sister bar" -- the John Barrett Ponytail Bar. You can get any style ponytail for $50, in [...]

Experience John Barrett's Ponytail Bar: After all of the hype about the Braid Bar, John Barrett decided to open a "sister bar" -- the John Barrett Ponytail Bar. You can get any style ponytail for $50, in 30 minutes. - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Amping up my accessories collection: I always say that I want to add to my jewelry collection, but I never actually do it. So this month (while I'm shopping for clothes, of course) I'll also be on the [...]

Amping up my accessories collection: I always say that I want to add to my jewelry collection, but I never actually do it. So this month (while I'm shopping for clothes, of course) I'll also be on the lookout for some key accessories. - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Heat Free Hairstyling:  I've been torturing my hair lately, so I'm giving it a break come August. Mousse, top knots, and deep conditioning treatments will be used liberally so my hair is ready for [...]

Heat Free Hairstyling:  I've been torturing my hair lately, so I'm giving it a break come August. Mousse, top knots, and deep conditioning treatments will be used liberally so my hair is ready for September. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Chloe "Love, Chloe" Perfume: The scent is elegant, timeless and always a winner. This will be one of the perfumes I'll test drive as a potential new scent. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Going to the Blue's Festival at Hudson River park: Is there anything more hip than an outdoor jazz festival? I think not. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Finally deciding on a new haircut, and taking the plunge: After an impulsive chin-length crop about 3 years ago, I have spent a painstaking amount of time growing my hair out. Recently, I have been [...]

Finally deciding on a new haircut, and taking the plunge: After an impulsive chin-length crop about 3 years ago, I have spent a painstaking amount of time growing my hair out. Recently, I have been fighting the urge to chop it all off again. And well, in order to not shave my head to appease myself, I'm settling on this chic shoulder-length cut. - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Adding metallic into my makeup routine: Anything with a hint of metallic is a big trend this fall, so this month is as good a time as any to start transitioning it into my routine. I'm not someone who [...]

Adding metallic into my makeup routine: Anything with a hint of metallic is a big trend this fall, so this month is as good a time as any to start transitioning it into my routine. I'm not someone who goes heavy on the shimmer, so I'm going to try it in small doses -- a gold manicure or a bit of highlight is the perfect way to start. - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Skydiving: This one's something that's been on my Bucket List for a while, and I'm planning on taking the plunge this month. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Doing a cleanse before Fashion Week: Ugh, cleanses. I'm not a fan of an all-liquid diet, but a lot of people rave about them (and I could stand to rid my body of some toxins) so I'm going to give it a [...]

Doing a cleanse before Fashion Week: Ugh, cleanses. I'm not a fan of an all-liquid diet, but a lot of people rave about them (and I could stand to rid my body of some toxins) so I'm going to give it a try. Preferably one that allows some solid food too. - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Read "Cupcakes and Cashmere" the book: Emily's blog has been my go-to first read of the morning for years, and her book is sure to serve as a reference guide season after season. - Augusta Falletta, [...]

Read "Cupcakes and Cashmere" the book: Emily's blog has been my go-to first read of the morning for years, and her book is sure to serve as a reference guide season after season. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Pamper my feet: This summer of sandals in the city has taken a toll on my feet, and I need to get them back in shape for fall's heels. This calls for a lot of slathering of Elemis Treat Your Feet Foot [...]

Pamper my feet: This summer of sandals in the city has taken a toll on my feet, and I need to get them back in shape for fall's heels. This calls for a lot of slathering of Elemis Treat Your Feet Foot Cream and the weekly pedicure -- it's a tough job, but a necessity... - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Trying out a Velvet manicure: Everyone just had to try out the Caviar manicure once or twice, and it's the same with the Velvet manicure. I have to at least try it out to see how velvet looks on my [...]

Trying out a Velvet manicure: Everyone just had to try out the Caviar manicure once or twice, and it's the same with the Velvet manicure. I have to at least try it out to see how velvet looks on my fingers! - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Trying all of the trendy dark lip shades: The dark lipstick shades that we've been seeing on the runways and red carpets are so much fun, but it certainly takes some confidence to pull them off. This [...]

Trying all of the trendy dark lip shades: The dark lipstick shades that we've been seeing on the runways and red carpets are so much fun, but it certainly takes some confidence to pull them off. This August, I'll be figuring out which of these shades works best for me -- I suggest you do the same! - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

The Middle Part: Being a dedicated left-parter for the past 11 (eek) years has put me into some sort of rut, and I'm hoping a middle part will freshen up my look, even if it's just for a weekend or two. [...]

The Middle Part: Being a dedicated left-parter for the past 11 (eek) years has put me into some sort of rut, and I'm hoping a middle part will freshen up my look, even if it's just for a weekend or two. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Read Gone Girl: I'm typically a subway only reader, but "Gone Girl" is so good that I need to actually take the time to sit and read it. You won't be disappointed ladies, download to your Kindles now. - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

Beach yoga in Rockaway: Yoga's been my way of de-stressing this summer and yoga at my favorite beach on a Saturday morning is sure to be heavenly. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

"The Campaign" with Will Ferrell and Zach Galifanakis: My two favorite comedians in one place is pretty much a dream. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Summer Beauty Reading: Just in case I get through all of those September issues, I've got a few books on hand! At the top of the list is Bobbi Brown's Makeup Manual, and I'd love to re-read Free Gift [...]

Summer Beauty Reading: Just in case I get through all of those September issues, I've got a few books on hand! At the top of the list is Bobbi Brown's Makeup Manual, and I'd love to re-read Free Gift With Purchase by Jean Godrey-June. - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

Deep Wine Lip Stain: And nothing else on my face of course. There's nothing more dramatic than a bold lip and a bare face, and I completely plan on wearing plaid while I try this trend. #90sthrowback. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Shopping the Fall collections: The best thing about fall, besides for the cooler temps of course, are all of the new clothes to buy. And everyone knows that fall clothes are the best clothes. - Rachel [...]

Shopping the Fall collections: The best thing about fall, besides for the cooler temps of course, are all of the new clothes to buy. And everyone knows that fall clothes are the best clothes. - Rachel Adler, Beauty High Beauty Director

The September Issues: I check newsstands practically every day in August until I see the thick tomes appear! It ups the excitement for fashion week, and not to mention ways to revamp my personal clothing [...]

The September Issues: I check newsstands practically every day in August until I see the thick tomes appear! It ups the excitement for fashion week, and not to mention ways to revamp my personal clothing and beauty collection. - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

Testing Out Actual Beach Hair Looks: I am finally headed to the shore this month, and can't wait to give a good go of several of the beach hair looks we wrote about on Beauty High! - Julia DiNardo, [...]

Testing Out Actual Beach Hair Looks: I am finally headed to the shore this month, and can't wait to give a good go of several of the beach hair looks we wrote about on Beauty High! - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

Neon orange nails: They've been calling my name lately, and I've got my heart set on China Glaze's "Orange Knockout". Some ombre action may happen, so keep a look out during #NailCall. - Augusta [...]

Neon orange nails: They've been calling my name lately, and I've got my heart set on China Glaze's "Orange Knockout". Some ombre action may happen, so keep a look out during #NailCall. - Augusta Falletta, Beauty High Junior Team Member

Jessica Biel Being Hot: Spotting all of Jessica Biel's red carpet looks for her latest release, "Total Recall". And a few flashes of the engagement ring can't hurt. - Spencer Cain, StyleCaster's [...]

Jessica Biel Being Hot: Spotting all of Jessica Biel's red carpet looks for her latest release, "Total Recall". And a few flashes of the engagement ring can't hurt. - Spencer Cain, StyleCaster's Celebrity Editor

Back to School Shopping: So, I may be WAY beyond the age of doing serious back to school shopping, but a gal can still take advantage of the season's latest offerings and discounts, right? - Julia [...]

Back to School Shopping: So, I may be WAY beyond the age of doing serious back to school shopping, but a gal can still take advantage of the season's latest offerings and discounts, right? - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

New Fragrance Launch: Eaudemoiselle de Givenchy, exclusive to Neiman Marcus, launches August 5th, a luxurious, musky floral scent. - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

Bathing Suit Sale: Take heed, ladies! Although you may not get much wear in the rest of this season, now is the time to get a swimsuit on clearance! Take advantage of the trends seen at this past Miami [...]

Bathing Suit Sale: Take heed, ladies! Although you may not get much wear in the rest of this season, now is the time to get a swimsuit on clearance! Take advantage of the trends seen at this past Miami Swim Week, and buy a suit to wear once or twice, and stash for next year - you can't beat these savings (I just indulged...) - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

August 31st, 2012 - the END of Summer Wedding Season: I don't know about you, but this summer, for me, has been DOMINATED by weddings. I can't wait to get a little reprieve, and just have a weekend all [...]

August 31st, 2012 - the END of Summer Wedding Season: I don't know about you, but this summer, for me, has been DOMINATED by weddings. I can't wait to get a little reprieve, and just have a weekend all about...me. - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

Braid Battle: Watching Beyonce and Solange battle it out braid-style. Spencer Cain, StyleCaster's Celebrity Editor

Fashion Week Copenhagen (August 8th-12th): It may seem random, but there are some really great, innovative designers showing here and the press is beginning to take notice! Look forward to Fred Perry x [...]

Fashion Week Copenhagen (August 8th-12th): It may seem random, but there are some really great, innovative designers showing here and the press is beginning to take notice! Look forward to Fred Perry x Raf Simons, Isabel Marant, and Vanessa Bruno mixed in with up-and-comers Ivana Helsinki, Wood Wood, and Malene Birger. - Julia DiNardo, Beauty High Contributor

Related Slideshows
Replay
Expand

As the summer begins to wind down, it’s time to make sure you’ve checked off everything on your “summer bucket list” and you’re ready for fall. Even though the weather may still be warm, as soon as August begins the only thing that is on our minds is getting ready for the fall season. We need to shop every chance we get to stock up on cute sweaters and boots, and all of the latest beauty products.

This August is no different of course. We’re craving every dark lipstick imaginable, as well as luxe, textured pieces from the runways and a fashionable ponytail or two from John Barrett’s latest enterprise. Click through the slideshow above to see what is on the rest of our agenda for the month, and let us know what is on your agenda in the comments section below!

Tags:
RELATED POSTS

Confirm Your Subscription

Incoming! Check your inbox for an e-mail from us to confirm your subscription to the Beauty High newsletter.