Just a bit of info...

This instagram image sparked a bit of controversy over the last weekend.  It's difficult to know how people feel about decor choices but as one disgruntled follower commented, we started to think that maybe some of you were also wondering.  We are an Eco-friendly hair salon.  We never said ever that we were vegans/vegetarians.  We never once said that we don't eat meat.  What we have said is that we are a full service hair salon with an Eco-friendly edge.  Cow hide rugs are in fact very Eco-friendly.

It did cross my mind while I was purchasing the rugs, that maybe some people would take offense.  What I didn't anticipate, was an individual going to great lengths to slag our business because of decor choices.  I welcome any criticism about the service we provide or the experience you receive when you come into our shop.  That I can deal with.  But when someone can insinuate that we are liars because of a choice I made in decorating my shop, it makes me want to clear the air.

Cow hide rugs are great because no part of the cow is wasted and the process that the hides go through are way less abrasive than the process of manufacturing carpets or other types of material rugs.  Material rugs also CANNOT last a lifetime like the hide rugs can so  that means you are having to purchase them over and over.  They carry dirt and dander and can be stained with any type of food or beverage.  The hides are hair and therefore cannot be stained and are easy to clean.

This link also has some more information if you choose to learn a little more about the hide rug.  For the record, we like to keep our social media feeds positive and uplifting so if you would like to slag our shop on social media, we will take it down.  If there is anything you'd like to tell us you can feel free to call or email.  Have a great week!

Peace

Let's go back

It is Black History month.  I'd like to mention one of my favorite T.V. families.  Even though Bill Cosby's current state on earth is quite negative, I would like to pay tribute to The Cosby show.

I loved Claire Huxtable.  I loved her relationship with Cliff and I especially loved Denise.  Lisa Bonet's character basically shaped my teens.  I owe my fearlessness in fashion to her. Her hair and fashion were so unique and original in the early nineties. They don't make T.V. like they used to.  Whenever I watch past episodes with my young people, I'm taken back to a time when things were simple.  No internet, no cell phones.  Social media meant watching T.V. or a movie with a group of people.  The only people who 'liked' you, you actually knew them personally.

What takes you back?

Peace

hey boys...

Curled up You have curly hair?  How do you wear it?  I find it's very rare that a man with curly hair wears it curly.  Most boys with textured hair wear their hair so short, you can't tell it's curly.

These images show the best of both worlds.  There is lots of length on the top and the side and the back are cropped short enough that it's a non-factor.

Hair this texture does require a good product that will hold the curls and keep them from frizzing.  No need to blow dry here, just throw your product in and let your hair do it's thing.  The next time you're in for a haircut, maybe ask your stylist what he/she thinks about growing out your curls.  Life's too short to never try a new style.

Peace

Staff Party 2014

What an amazing night! We set up a camera in the shop and had a super fun photo shoot. Afterwards we took a limo to a wonderful restaurant where the chef fed us so well. The dinner was beyond delicious. Cards against humanity was the highlight of the night because of all the laughs that ensued... We ate chocolate cake and laughed and cried (because of all the laughing).

Thanks for the best night girls.... It truly was magical!

Peace

the fresh perspective...

WELCOME TO THE NEW AGE 2015 is here!  Resolutions, begin!  I'm amazed at how fast last year came and went.  What a trip!  I delivered a baby in 2014 and we expanded the shop in 2014.  I d-jayed (I dunno how to spell Dee-jay. Sorry) in a night club and took a train for the first time.  What's 2015 going to bring?  I do have a few tricks up my sleeve...  For me, 2015 will be the year of my big chop (again).

For all of the hairstyles I have tried, this one is new.  I'd like to be bald for just once in my life and 2015 will be the year I do so.  What are you going to try?  You get another year to do it all again.  Anything you regretted last year?  Anything you would like to try again?  2015 is new and fresh and just waiting for you to leave your mark on her.  Do you have what it takes?

That's the fresh perspective...

hey boys...

I was at a Christmas party this past weekend and took notice of all the boys.  My husbands workplace has a large number of male employees and because I work with women, it's not hard to notice a well dressed man.

What type of style do you have?  Do you tend to be a bit lazy and leave the house wearing whatever is clean and not on the floor?  Are you anal about ironing and need an hour to get ready?  We need to remember fashion is not just for the ladies.  There are some guys out there that really know how to put a kit together.  Boys I'm sorry I've neglected you for so long...

Don't forget!  Hair, facial and/or scalp, can really show people how far your style goes.  Haircuts are a real cheap way to change your look up a bit and facial hair (if you can grow it) can add a lot as well.  It's very popular right now to have some sort of hair on your face.   Mustaches and beards are all the rage.  What are you willing to try this season before we start anew in 2015??

Peace