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Why Texture Education Matters

Every person with every hair type deserves to be celebrated and not only look but feel thier best. No one should walk away feeling less than stellar. No one should plan for failure and diy fixes. No one should have to opt out of services out of precaution. It’s why we invest in our curl education. Whether you have 1a or 4c we can ensure you’re actually in good hands.

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Our 10 Favorite North + Central Alabama Venues

There are so many venues out there it’s HARD to choose! Well we’ve been to a LOT so we feel we have some insider insight and wanted to share these details with you. This list is in no particular order. All 10 are equally amazing . I will say this though… if the venue you’re hoping to see is not LGBTQ+ friendly or includes the plantation in their SEO well then you might as well expect to be disappointed because it’s NOT here . That simply doesn’t align with our core values and there’s far better places that do! So let’s get to it!

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How to Find Your Ideal Hairstyle

There’s SO much inspiration, ideas, opinions and factors out there that to put it simply navigating your ideal hairstyle can be daunting. Let’s say one thing first there is NO “perfect” hairstyle. I do believe however there are ideal hairstyles for each individual depending on several factors. Think of it as a Venn diagram and in the center is your ideal look or looks. There could be a few that fit the bill. Instead of stressing or spiraling let’s look a few simple factors when narrowing down the options.

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Securing Your Veil So It Doesn't Fly Away

Veils tend to go hand in hand with the wedding industry because when else are you going to wear one realistically? If you’re not a veil person that’s ok too but fortunately for you there’s logistics you don’t need to worry about. However if veils are your jam there are a few steps to take to ensure that veil stays where it’s placed and does go with a gust of wind. While it may be a comical video it’s also a huge concern for many clients. Don’t worry - we have just what you need.

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Rent Your Hair Extensions : How It Works

Hair extensions can level up a look. In some case they’re literally necessary to make the look happen. Regardless of whether it’s an absolute need or a definite want clients often say “what am I going to do with them after the wedding?”. You could wear them for a date night or maybe another wedding but then there’s the self reflective moment of “will you really?”. Honestly many won’t . For many they will sit in a drawer only to be used once in a blue moon. So then what’s the solution? RENTALS, my friend ! If you’re scratching your head and wondering how, that’s ok. Let’s walk through step by step how to have the best of both worlds.

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Choose Your Accessories Wisely

💡Have you ever thought how much a hair accessory can change the vibe of the whole hairstyle? 🧐Don’t believe us ? Just wait! We have 4 incredible accessories from Pink Pewter - All demonstrating different vibes. All placed on the same MODERN FRENCH TWIST .

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How to Prep for a Poppin Pony or High Bun

These steps will help you prepare for the poppin pony or high bun. I know it may seem silly to “practice” for a hairstyle but why would you expect to automatically love something that’s so different from your typical look when you are only basing your love off of an inspiration photo? Loving something new can take some warming up. So if you dream of a high pony or bun to optimize the likelihood you’ll love it at the trial & not be disappointed or frustrated I would suggest prepping. Not to mention who wants a headache? Not me !

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There's how many types of veils ?!

Did you know there’s 11 types of “traditional” veils in western weddings? Yes! And if you just got a bit of whiplash from hearing that number I don’t blame you . Perhaps after the number shock it all starts to feel a bit daunting as you when simply from the decision of veil or no veil to which type of veil. Let’s discuss them all!

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Buzzwords : Searching For YOUR Ideal Look

There are SO many inspiration photos out there & it can be daunting to say the least. Too commonly do we hear from clients that they “just couldn’t find their style” or “didn’t know what to search” so they … gave up. Took what they could find & assumed that was all they could possibly get from the internet. What if it was easier? HINT: It is! With the right search words.

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Grooming Tips Guys Need For Their Wedding Day

Wedding are SO focused on women but that’s leaving out a huge percent of the population. There’s oodles of information out there focused on the ladies but what about our bros especially the bearded ones? Believe it or not this day is important for them too! They ALSO want to look their best! So <GASP> we’re going to help with some general knowledge both leading up to the wedding care and day of wedding grooming. Let’s start with leading up to the wedding day grooming.

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Neutral Doesn't Equal Natural

Adjectives are relative. Have you ever had a vision in your head but then tried to describe it to someone & what they imagined based on your description is ENTIRELY different? That happens all the time in the beauty industry & is why we LOVE photos for references. One word (like smokey) can mean very different things to 2 different people. One of the most common confusions we see now is natural vs neutral. Do you know the difference?

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Our 5 Favorite DC Hotels To Get Ready In

As wedding hair & makeup pros we’ve seen it all when it comes to getting ready spaces. Today we’re specifically looking at out favorites hotels in Washington DC to get ready in as voted by our wedding hair & makeup team.

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Constructing Your Perfect Wedding Day Beauty Timeline

Keeping all these thing in mind & you’ll be set for a perfect day. Ultimately listen to the guidance of your artist. They are the pro & you hired them for a reason. Don’t try to rush or squeeze & instead the method behind their time. Confused or curious? Ask questions! We’re more than happy to shine a light.

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A Look Behind the Veil : Interview with Alisha of One Blushing Bride

Whether you’re team veil or a bit skeptical you thrilled to hear from veil designer Alisha of One Blushing Bride. Her designs are incredible bringing a whole new meaning to what a veil can look like. She was gracious enough to do an interview with us. Enjoy our read:

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AIIR Gathering IV

We truly want everyone to do amazing things. You rise I rise. To say this event & experience is magical is an understatement. We even had more incredible opportunities the next day ….

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Which Extensions Are Right for YOU?

You determined whether by choice or recommendation that you need or want extensions but there’s so many options ! Are they all created the same? Is one better that others? Or maybe for certain looks? It’s a lot to navigate. Let’s take a look at the various types of extensions & which are better for which circumstances.

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Wedding Weekend in Review ( 3/26/22-3/27/22)

Her vibes were “dark Snow White” or “dark princess”… just think if Middle Earth, Disney & a dash of Twilight had a baby. YUP! That’s the vibe. She pulled it off beautifully in her Maggie Sottero dress & I can’t wait to see the images back from Amandalyn Photography. Everything was simply magical.

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Let's Talk : Do I NEED Hair Extensions

There’s nothing wrong with trying a style first without extensions but if it’s not as full, long, detailed or dimensional as the photo or what you’d like don’t automatically blame the stylist. Discuss your options. I think of designing a hairstyle as a collaborative effort as we navigate from point A to point B. Not everyone is going to take the same route & some routes aren’t made for you. That’s ok! Have the discussion to see what route will get you where you want to go.

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