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Tuesday, April 3, 2012
DIY / Beauty / Hair DIY: Temporary Ombré Hair Color Chalking
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Tue, Apr 3, 2012 at 9:46 AM
The ombré trend has been a staple among celebs, fashionistas, and stylestalkers for the past couple of seasons, but “chalking” is a fresh spin on the ombré obsession. I found this recipe for fun pastel pretty hair on my fave beauty blog the beauty department. All you need are soft pastels found at most art stores (locally I’d check Utrecht or Blick) but make sure they are indeed soft chalk pastels, not pastel oils because that would be a disaster! The brand I used is called Schmincke, and worked great, the beauty department recommends Senellier- either or will do. Last week while visiting home in Eastern Washington, I set out to the one art store in town and grabbed the prettiest seafoam green, and brightest cobalt blue I could find. My mother thought I was going to make some artwork, and was rather miffed when I explained I was going to put these colors in my mop. Alas, I set out on my experiment with high hopes because I’ve always wanted to take the plunge of really dying my hair a crazy color, but have never gone through with it. Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to achieve your own ombré look:
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Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Beauty / Hair Blowout Beauty Bar V-Day Special
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Wed, Feb 1, 2012 at 8:59 AM
- Blowout
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Hair Chic Rainy Day Hair
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 8:59 AM
- elle italia
One of the hardest parts of dealing with Portland’s rainy winters has got to be dealing with a wet, frizzy mop on the regular. I consulted my go to hair gal Jami Kenna at Red Magnolia Salon for some much needed guidance.
Here’s the scoop:
If you have curly locks don’t fight it, rock it! Kenna recommends using a humidity resistant product like Relaxing Fluid by Davines to keep the frizz at bay, and let your natural texture do its thing. For straight hair, spritz Hair Resort spray by Kevin Murphy after blow-drying. Next, twist your hair up into a high top knot style bun and once you arrive to your destination, take out the bun and shake it out. Hair Resort spray gives your hair awesome beachy texture that won’t be ruined by the rain. Lastly, Ms. Kenna suggests skipping the hot irons if you’ll be exposed to the elements and saving your hair from the heat damage. Instead try a messy side braid, or my go to move, a giant wide brimmed floppy hat. All products are available at Red Magnolia, and to book an appointment with Jami Kenna click here.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Hair Gold + Arrow Salon
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Tue, Dec 13, 2011 at 8:59 AM
- Isabel Torres
Gold + Arrow Salon recently opened on SW Alder; with its modern, yet cozy aesthetic and incredible installations by Boet’s Emily Bixler, Gold + Arrow is unlike any salon I’ve seen. I called last minute to see if they could squeeze me in for a quick blowout before a holiday event last week, and they scheduled me with stylist Stephanie Hand. I was more than pleased with the end result. In what felt like no time, my tired, lackluster locks were transformed to sexy, messy bedhead waves—precisely the look I was going for. Terrariums, tons of magazines, and complimentary wine didn’t hurt either. In a hair rut? Or just looking for a great place to grab a gift certificate for the lucky gal in your life? Gold + Arrow has the answer, folks.
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Thursday, December 1, 2011
Inspiration / Makeup / Hair Holiday Vamp
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Thu, Dec 1, 2011 at 8:59 AM
Don’t be a frumpelstiltskin this holiday season—add a dash of festive holiday make-up and try out a new 'do while you're at it. Sure, the classic red lip will do in a pinch, but a little sass is exactly what the holidays call for. I’m leaning towards a nontraditional inspiration: Think dark lips, strong brows, glitter lids, holiday floral crowns, and colorful wigs.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Hair DIY Temporary Hair Color à la S/S 12 Runways
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Fri, Oct 21, 2011 at 8:59 AM
Peter Som
Thakoon
Narciso Rodriguez
- Marcio Madiera/firstVIEW
Mulberry
Get the look with:
Finally, the perfect solution to that tricky question: Should I dye my hair varying shades of pastel prettiness? Yes! With Kevin Murphy’s genius product called the Color.Bug- it couldn’t be easier. With a consistency similar to eye shadow, the Color.Bug comes in three different shades—orange, pink, and purple—and is sold as “hair shadow.” Paint on a few streaks or go for your whole mop. The sky is the limit when the color washes out in just a few rinses. A friend of mine picked her little Color.Bug up locally at Ginger Salon but I would check wherever Kevin Murphy products are sold. Find a salon near you here.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Men's / Hair MOD Deal of the Day: The Modern Man
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Tue, Sep 20, 2011 at 9:44 AM
I promised long ago to keep you informed of any MercPerks came rolling in that were of particular interest to the stylish set, and so another has arrived: The just-opened Modern Man Barber Shop is giving away two killer deals. For half of each price, you can get a "modern cut" haircut or a classic straight razor shave—that's a cost of $9 and $8 to you, respectively (not including tip). That's a smoking deal as it is, and even more so when you read the fine print: "With each service, dapper dudes enjoy complimentary beer, whiskey, scotch, wine, old-fashioned root beer, bottled water, pour coffee, or espresso, in addition to a post-trim cigar." What the hell?! That's practically criminal. Get 'em before they go.
And just in case you still managed to think these guys are lacking in generosity, they'll give a free haircut to an unemployed person who has a job interview lined up. So keep that resumé in circulation...
Friday, September 9, 2011
Hair Hot Hair
Posted by Rebecca Peel on Fri, Sep 9, 2011 at 9:59 AM
It's hot out there. If you're anything like me, you've recently been reminded that you have sweat glands, and that hair (who knew!) likes to STICK—like GLUE—to that wonderful secretion. Fortunately, there are many ways to avoid a moppy mess. They come in the form of sleek side buns, preened ponytails, and embellished braids. These 'dos never go out of style and, lucky for you, they've been at the forefront of fall fashion this year.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Fashion / Beauty / Hair / Event Get A Jump on Fall with Isaac Hers and Prima Tonight
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 9:58 AM
Much as I'm loathe to admit it, fall is right around the corner. The upside, of course, is that it's the best season on the calendar to rethink and revamp your look, and tonight there's an event to get you started on the major bases: clothing, hair, and makeup. Prima Salon is teaming up with Isaac Hers for a rooftop preview of fall trends in all three departments, with models on hand to show how it's done, plus snacks, drinks and music. Should be a lovely evening to spend getting lovely. It runs from 7-10 pm this evening at Indigo @ twelve|west (430 SW 13th), in the Sapphire Room.
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Friday, August 5, 2011
Makeup / Hair Effortless Summer Hair & Make-up Do’s and Don’ts
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Fri, Aug 5, 2011 at 8:59 AM
Do: Try milkmaid braids. This easy style is fun, flirty and great for those sticky summer days. Plus, they help protect your scalp from the sun!
1. Start by parting your hair down the middle into two even low ponytails.
2. Braid each pony. Extra points for adding fabric or colorful ribbons.
3. Sweep each braid up and around the top of your head to create a crown like braid.
4. Secure with bobby pins and smooth over any strays for the look of one continuous braid. Finish with a spritz of hairspray
Don't: Cake on the foundation. Ladies don't melt your face off, switch over to a tinted moisturizer. My favorite is by Laura Mercier lightweight, moisturizing and it has SPF 20 in it. Another really great, mineral based (and local) option is offered by Event Cosmetics.
Do: Rock some seriously bright lipstick. Hot pink, sherbet orange, and cherry red are the perfect statement for summer. Pair with barely there eye make-up and a hint of bronzer.
Don’t: Skip the mani/pedi. If you’re low on funds it’s always fun to have your girlfriends over for a little sun and nail painting. If you can head to the salon, try shellac, my best friend (who is a barista and extra tough on her mitts) swears by it. This special polish stays put for up to two weeks with virtually no chipping. One of the local salons that offers shellac is Lace. Varying shades of blue, from robin’s egg to deep turquoise, add an unexpected pop of color.
Do: Employ the help of dry shampoo. It’s summer, live a little and sleep in. No one will ever know you skipped your morning rinse with the help of Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair. Spray onto roots and work through greasy locks until the product is fully absorbed. Works great for a variety of hair colors and textures.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Hair Introducing: Lucas Salon
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Thu, Jul 7, 2011 at 8:59 AM
Oh Portland, when did you become so hip? While skimming the latest issue of Nylon the other day, I was pleased to see a new Portland salon being featured. Lucas, the brainchild of famed Los Angeles hairstylist Taylor Lucas, has just opened up shop in a renovated bank building located at 124 SW 1st Ave. Lucas gained notoriety within the music biz through working on various music videos, after visiting our lovely city she sought after opening a location here. If you’re seeking new rocker do’ or simply love the idea of running into one, Lucas is your new jam!
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Hair Dip-Dyed Darling
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Tue, Jun 21, 2011 at 12:46 PM
Daring, unexpected, and fun for summer, dip-dyed hair is the latest hair color trend to take off. A bright burst of lilac or bubblegum pink can transform your tresses from blah to bold in a snap. This video from BLDG25’s blog shows step by step how to achieve your new summer do. A good brand to look for funky colors is (still) Manic Panic. Happy dipping!
- Emma Gibney
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Hair The New Hair Must Have
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Tue, Jun 7, 2011 at 9:13 AM
Well, new to me.
Yesterday evening I accepted an invitation to get my hair cut by Mandy Zelinka of Ginger Salon, who took a much-needed four inches of dead weight off my six-months-since-last-cut hair farming hippie mane. She also styled it using a tool I keep seeing lately but had never tried: a tapered barrel curling iron. I'm a wash 'n' go girl because time is typically not on my side, but I do enjoy doing my hair when I can. My latest technique has involved hot rollers, but my hair's so fine that the effect is largely psychological. From consult to curl, my time with Mandy totaled a mere 40 minutes, thanks in part to this little wand that is friendly to impatient practices like curling large sections at a time, and the lack of a clip action on it means you just wind the hair in your fingers. So stupid easy I can't believe I haven't been using one for years. (Protips from Mandy: Don't wrap the very ends or you'll get and "'80s perm" effect, and hold the hair taut for a moment after bringing the wand away for beachy rather than Shirley Temple style curls.) According to Zelinka, they can be had for about 30 bucks at Target. I'm game. (Where is Target?)
Friday, May 13, 2011
Hair DIY: The Perfect Top Knot Bun
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Fri, May 13, 2011 at 3:11 PM
Channel your inner ballerina with springs effortless top knot bun. An it-girl favorite and runway staple, this easy style is ideal for medium to long hair. All you need is an elastic pony holder, a few bobby pins, and splash of hairspray.
Step 1: Sweep hair up into a high ponytail, secure with elastic. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect, messy is better.
Step 2: Gather hair and wrap around the elastic, sometimes it helps to think of a pretty little cinnamon roll. Next, pin into place with bobby pins.
Step 3: Follow with a quick spritz of hairspray and you’re all done!
- http://www.stylequotient.ca/
- Bona Drag
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Hair Seeing Red
Posted by Kayla Rekofke on Thu, Apr 28, 2011 at 8:59 AM
Rihanna, Drew Barrymore, and Florence Welch are all radiant with their fiery red locks. The latest hair color trend has been spotted on countless red carpets, catwalks, and on the street. What do you guys think? Gingers unite! If you’re feeling in a hair rut, taking the plunge to red may just be the answer.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Beauty / Hair Food Carts Are So 2010. 2011 Is The Year of the Hair Cart
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Fri, Feb 11, 2011 at 9:24 AM
This was bound to happen. As the cart-food obsession rages on in Portland, other businesses are copping to it. This city already has a handful of clothing stores on wheels, and as of this Valentine's Day, we'll have a hair salon in a cart, too. Robin Carlisle's Holiday Hair Studio is parked on SE 28th, between Ash and Pine, and promises "pink damask wallpaper and a vintage vanity surrounded by a halo of bulb lights... fresh Parisian Macarons baking right on board in its miniature oven... [and a] refurbished 1929 seltzer bottle used to serve clients pomegranate spritzers." Sounds kind of great, doesn't it?
Monday, October 4, 2010
Hair Somewhere Nicole Richie is Weeping
Posted by Marissa Sullivan on Mon, Oct 4, 2010 at 2:47 PM
For those of you who don't know, the Brazilian Blowout is getting into some "Hot Water" so to speak. Recent tests by Oregon's Occupational Safety and Health agency and Oregon Health & Science University show this particular straightening solution emits high levels of formaldehyde, which is cancer causing. The treatment has always been described as safe and harmless, but we might be finding out otherwise.
Here's Melanie Mesaros, who works for the state agency that protects workers from harmful chemicals.
We obtained these samples from a couple different salons. We keep getting the same result. So we feel pretty good about what we're finding, and that is there is formaldehyde in this product.
Sorry Nicole... I wonder if her hair is going to start looking like this again?
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Hair Period-Perfect Hair
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Tue, Sep 28, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Beauty Bar is living up to its name this weekend, hosting a hairstyling workshop guided by Kristen Behlings. For $20 (pre-pay/register here) she'll teach you how to create two authentic vintage hairdos. Just show up w/your hair curled—even better, still in rollers, bring a freestanding mirror and a brush, and she'll take care of the rest. Meanwhile DJ AM Gold will augment the atmosphere, and the bar'll be pouring out cocktails like bars are wont to do.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Hair Seeing Red
Posted by Marissa Sullivan on Fri, Sep 17, 2010 at 3:30 PM
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Hair / Event Short Cuts
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Tue, Aug 10, 2010 at 10:52 AM
After religiously farming my hair as long as it will go for the past half-decade, the idea of cutting it short is both intriguing and terrifying. Whether or not you've already been contemplating the cut, Au Salon, Bonnet, and Great Lengths are teaming up to help motivate you take the plunge. This Sunday (8/15), from 3-6 pm at Bonnet (412 NW 11th), you can donate your hair if you've got eight inches or more worth of ponytail, which Great Lengths will then weave into wigs for those going through chemotherapy, working in partnership with the Portland chapter of the American Cancer Society. To ease you through the process—which, really, is probably going to feel great and fresh and liberating, Au will give you a professional new short-shorn look, and Bonnet will kick in a new hat. If you're thinking of taking the plunge, check out some of the short-hair looks I might consider:
Ready to do it? Call or the store for an appointment: 503-954-2271
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Inspiration / Fashion / Hair / News Kim Namanny Meets Prance & Swagger
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Wed, Aug 4, 2010 at 9:52 AM
My hairstylist Kim Namanny recently took over the light-flooded studio she works out of in the Ford Building on SE 11th and Division, and she's quickly making the place her own. She's added Melody Geer as studio mate, and now she's adding... clothing! Word is she'll have a rack with some locally designed clothing (I've a message out to see if she's made any selections), but I'm very excited that Prance & Swagger is contributing some of the higher end items from their impressive vintage collection. Here's a sampling:
Need an appointment?: (503) 309-6008.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Fashion / Shop / Hair / Event New From Haunt: Photos, Wedding Hair, Fashion Show, Knitting Classes, and Martha Stewart
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 12:06 PM
Loving the latest images of Holly Stalder's recent work:
Other things to look forward from the Haunt duo—Stalder and Laura Irwin of Precious Knit, who's branching out with coats and chiffon scarves—is a forthcoming collaborative bridal hair line.
They're also in the midst of planning a fashion show to take place in the courtyard out front of the 811 building sometime in September.
Additionally, this fall Irwin will begin teaching knitting classes at the studio.
There's a lot going on down at the shop. Go peek if you haven't already.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Beauty / Hair / Accessories / Event Subject to Season
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Mon, Jun 28, 2010 at 2:53 PM
The devil, as they say, is in the details, and an upcoming event will let you peek behind the doors of some of Portland's best accoutrements at this group open-studios event at the Ford building (corner of SE Division and 11th): Hazel Cox jewelry:
Kim Namanny hair (she does my hair!):
Fieldwork Floral Operation flowers:
I recommend dabbling with all four... Check them out at Subject to Season July 10 from 4-8 pm. You can hit the break for the lovely flyer, too.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Hair / Event Bishops in Sellwood
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Thu, Jun 24, 2010 at 2:00 PM
I have a pet theory that Sellwood is going to be the next hip neighborhood in Portland. Apparently Bishops agrees, since that is where they've decided to open their next location. I'm betting there will be mood-board collages of magazine cut-outs on the walls and High Life in the fridge, but I'm going to check it out at Saturday's grand opening just to be sure (non-beer drinkers, rejoice: the party is sponsored by House Spirits)!
Party's at 8. Address: 7861 SE 13th.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Beauty / Shopping Guide / Hair / Accessories / Event "Girl Night" at The National Beauty
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Thu, Mar 11, 2010 at 12:53 PM
There have been changes afoot in the mezzanine of longtime downtown shoe retailer Johnny Sole, where a salon called The National Beauty has been operating since mid-October. They've also introduced a new series of events, "Girl Night" and "Guy Night," which sound very similar to shopping-industry events like Crave, etc, but on a more intimate scale, with apparently no cover charge or pre-registration required. Tonight is the second event geared toward "girls," with boutiques (other than Johnny's) Narcisse and Gypsy Chic representing, as well as local jewelers (Cindy Jack Feathers, Marlee Gaddis), a Gyrotonics demo, lingerie, fragrance, and Botox OH MY! Sate your curiosity at 815 SW Alder at 6 pm, tonight. And if you know a man who might be interested, there's a "Guy Night" coming up on the 16th, same time, same place.
Looks like some great views from the salon.
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