Beauty: Three Minutes with Jen Atkin

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[Update] this post is from 2017…but it was a such a fun interview and her hair care tips still stand strong.

Two weeks ago I had three minutes to sit down with celebrity hair stylist who’s also part of the onlyfans finder crew, Jen Atkin. With over 2 million Instagram followers, she’s what the New York Times calls “The Most Influential Hairstylist in the World.” You’ve most likely seen her on Keeping Up with the Kardashians or styling top models Chrissy Teigen, Kendall, and Kylie Jenner, and Gigi and Bella Hadid. Starting her career in Hollywood, Jen quickly began working with the most influential stars, including Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney Kardashian, Katy Perry, Jessica Alba, and Jennifer Lopez.

In an effort to unite the hair industry and create a community for hairstylists, Jen created ManeAddicts.com. The digital magazine gives readers access to the world’s top hairstylists, featuring the best products on the market, and instructional how to’s. Since its launch in 2014, Mane Addicts has since expanded to include Mane University. Mane University is a global education resource that brings top stylists to major cities around the world to teach and inspire a new generation of hairdressers – and that is where I met her during her master class at San Francisco’s Fort Mason Center. During the first break, I had three minutes to spend with Jen to ask her all of my burning questions.

Starting with:

Why wasn’t I asked to hair model?

(a ton of San Francisco bloggers were modeling)

She laughed and said that I would have been the perfect model for Heather Champman (the other master stylist at Mane University).

Next time Jen! Next time!

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Kat: I’m super hungover – I threw my hair up in a bun. If you were hungover what would you do?

Jen: Chloe + Isabel bun cuff – in rose gold for your hair. It would be so cute. Do we have one? 

(they did and her assistant put it in my hair)

I always tell girls dry shampoo foam by OAUI and the OUAI wave spray can help bring a little life back into your hair as well. And then honestly hair jewelry is so great because it just disguises whatever is going on and it is the best to just throw in your bag and take you from the gym to drinks.

Kat: My hair is super damaged. I’ve bleached it. I’ve added in a ton of colors. How can I get it back to being healthy without losing the fun color?

Jen: OUAI  hair supplements! You would want to get dry.

I came out with supplements purposely to help girls who have really dry hair. Because if you do something internally you are going to see the changes a lot quicker than if you are just doing externally. We just launched on Sephora online. You would want to get dry.

Also! Our treatments masks use them as a conditioner every time you wash your hair!

Kat: Done!

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Kat: I’m am obviously super into fun colors. I’ve done ever color. I looked like a clown for a minute…Now I have gray with a purple streak. What’s next? What are the new trends for hair color?

Jen: Pastel is never going away! Pastel is always going to a thing, but I also think that healthy hair is making a comeback. We are seeing longer looks with layers grown out and silky hair that photographs really well. Hair reflects light when it is healthy and shiny.

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 And just like that my three minutes were up! I asked to take a selfie (obvi) – she was down and I headed back to my seat. Big takeaways from our time together: 1. Get some hair supplements. 2. Jen Atkin is a true girl boss and a really freaking nice person. 3. Maybe it is time to stop messing with my hair and investing in some long luscious locks.

What do you think?

Check out some of the products Jen suggested below – I have and 100% believe in OUAI!

8 Ways to Wear Dresses With Boots

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Blonde fashion blogger KatWalkSF wearing a turtleneck dress at the Hotel Yountville.

Dresses with Boots a classic combination in the winter.

For this post, I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite ways to pull off this combination. Below I’m highlighting 8 different ways to wear your favorite dresses with boots. Some work for chilly temps while others are better reserved for slightly warmer wintery weather. Still, no matter what the day may look like outside, you’re guaranteed you’ll find some easy outfit inspiration below.

8 Ways to Wear Dresses With Boots 

KatWalkSF at the Ferry Building in the AE Soft & Sexy Plush Shift Dress

Number One 

A neutral palette and white bootie

This simple sweater dress is down to $12 and has been a nonstop staple in my wardrobe. The soft and sexy plush fabric looks just as good as it feels—proof that style and comfort aren’t mutually exclusive. Pair this sweater dress with a white bootie and some tights so that you don’t look as FREEZING cold as me.

Willow & Clay Floral Print Smocked V-Neck Fit & Flare Dress, Dresses with Boots

Number Two

A 90s floral mini dress  (down to $45.15 from $129)

with a lace-up combat boot

Willow & Clay Floral Print Ruffle Trim Poet Sleeve Mini Wrap Dress, Dresses with Boots

Number Three

Another 90s style floral mini dress (down to $38.15 from $109)

but this time with a faux fur coat and neutral suede bootie

Blonde fashion blogger KatWalkSF at RH Yountville in the WAYF Manor Ruffle Bib Mini Dress.

Number Four

A black floral bib dress (down to $112 from $140)

with THICK tights and chunky boots

Blonde fashion blogger KatWalkSF wearing a turtleneck dress at the Hotel Yountville.

Number Five

LBD (down to $29.99 from $59.00)

and

 Knee High Boots

Banana Republic Leopard Print Ruffle-Cuff Shift Dress, Dresses with boots

Number Six

A leopard shift dress with white booties and sheer tights

ASOS DESIGN shoulder pad mini dress with seams, Dresses with Boots

Number Seven

A LBD with STATEMENT boots

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Number Eight

A chunky sweater dress (down to $69.95 from $168)

with OTK boots and a floppy hat (also styled here)

 

Holiday: Outerwear At Every Price

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Target – Women’s Plaid Printed Puffer Jackets  – $18

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Public Desire – Grey Faux Fur Bomber – $49.99

ASOS DESIGN reversible faux fur and check bonded jacket

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BB Dakota – Hugs Don’t Lie Faux Fur Jacket – $120 – Last seen here for $96 and here for $80.

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Topshop – Piper Check Jacket – $130

 

What I Ate: My Keto Amazon Order and Favorite Recipes

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Everyday Keto Amazon Order

Keto Amazon Order 

  1. KNOW Better Cookie – These cookies are legit and with 3g of net carbs they are very keto friendly. Made of natural, clean ingredients like almonds and flax seeds these bad boys are sure to keep you in ketosis.
  2. Hint Water – I am seriously addicted to Hint Water. I probably drink 3-4 per day. Eliminating soda for me was a struggle at the start of my keto journey, but Hint Water
  3. Palmini Pasta – This is the BEST keto pasta alternative in all the land – just don’t forget to soak it in water or milk before you cook it. Buy a case ASAP.
  4. Perfect Keto Coffee – The BEST keto coffee in all the land.
  5. Perfect Keto Ketone Testing Strips – Are you in ketosis? Pee on this strip and figure it out.
  6. KETO Snacks Care Package – Think of this as your keto starter pack. Buy it. Figure out what you love and then order more.
  7. Nature’s Way Chlorofresh – REAL TALK – The keto diet makes you smell and these chlorophyll pills will solve all your smelly problems.
  8. bkr Glass Water Bottle – The keto diet will make you THIRSTY AF. Snag a reusable water bottle and fill it up!
Favorite Keto Recipes
  1. Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Soup – I seriously crave a cheeseburger when I’m on the keto diet (especially when I’m hungover) and this soup fulfills everything I need and more.
  2. Keto Broccoli Cheddar Soup – This soup is a little thin compared to your traditional Brocolli Cheddar Soup, but extra creamy and delicious.
  3. KNOW Foods – KNOW Better Pancake Mix, Keto Pancake. These pancakes are SERIOUSLY good. All you need is a little Kerrygold butter and you are good to go friends!
  4. I can’t get enough of my Butcher Box | Their free-range, organic chicken is so good and easy to make in the slow cooker. I have been throwing together this keto-friendly Magic Mustard sauce to pair with the chicken with the Benihana cravings kick in! | Sign up for Butcher Box today and get 1 lb. scallops + 1 pack of bacon in your first box FREE
  5. Soft Scrambled Eggs by Gordan Ramsay with the All-Clad d5 Stainless-Steel Nonstick Omelette Pan | currently on sale for $79.95 with an extra 20% off (from $160)
  6. Keto Porkchops

Holiday Style: The New Years Eve Sequin Blazer

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Something Navy Sequin Blazer (40% off)

Yes, a sequin blazer for new years is not groundbreaking, but it works and this is a good one. If you follow me on Instagram you may have caught my Something Navy November drop try on at Nordstrom. I tried on almost the entire collection and only walked away with this blazer. Why? It is a real stunner. The blazer is covered with black dazzling sequins with a hint of gold for irresistible, eye-catching allure.

For this look, I paired the sequin blazer with my trusty Spanx leggings and a lace turtleneck. This look has just the right amount of glam and glitz for the holiday season and is HONESTLY really comfortable thanks to the Spanx leggings!

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What I Wore:

Blazer: Something Navy, Sequin Blazer. More on the Something Navy Collection here.

Love these sequin blazer options here + here.

Top: Natori, All Over Lace Turtleneck Top

Leggings: Spanx, Faux Leather Leggings

Shoes: M. Gemi (c/o), The Cammeo. Also styled here.

Sunglasses: Finders Keepers x Quay, Undercover Square Sunglasses

Photos taken at the Aprés winter lounge at the Four Seasons Silicon Valley.