As many of you regular readers know, I have a small obsession with reality TV shows relating to beauty and fashion. Of all the shows I watch, however, I consider America’s Next Top Model to be my guiltiest pleasure (please don’t judge me for my weakness for cheesiness and catfights!). The show is known for [...]
Eva Scrivo Opens New Manhattan Salon
Eva Scrivo recently hosted a launch party at her newest salon location in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District on West 13th Street, which complements the flagship salon on Bond Street. The second floor 5,000-square-foot loft space, located in a former wa
And the Oscar Goes to…
How is the movie titled “Your Life†playing out? You are the director, producer and have the starring role. Is it a comedy, a drama or a horror film? Let’s look at how to create a successful “film.†What would yo
The Wellington Hair Spa Celebrates 25 Years in Business
On Monday, I attended a celebration of Patrick Wellington’s 25 years in the haircare industry at his eponymous salon, Wellington Hair Spa, in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood. The event was hosted by haircare brand Mizani and Stacie
Manhattan’s Rare Salon Introduces a New Redken Lab
Last week, American Salon Senior Editor Lori Morris and I checked out Rare Salon’s new Redken Color Lab at a launch party attended by press members and VIP clients. Ruth Roche, the founder of the salon, which is located in the Tribeca neighborh
Manhattan’s Rare Salon Introduces a New Redken Lab
Last week, American Salon Senior Editor Lori Morris and I checked out Rare Salon’s new Redken Color Lab at a launch party attended by press members and VIP clients. Ruth Roche, the founder of the salon, which is located in the Tribeca
PBA’s Mentor Program for Salons and Spas
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has a mentor program for salons and spas to give struggling establishments the opportunity to work with a seasoned professional within the industry, for little or no cost. PBA volunteer mentors are availab
Calling All Past NAHA Winners!
If you are a past North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) winner, the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) would like to honor you at this year’s NAHA celebration, NAHA 20, themed “Honoring the Work. Stories. Style!” and commemarating 20 succes
Redken Ups its Online Offerings
Redken’s new online video series, The Hair Files: How-To Guides for Stylish Hair Everyday, demonstrates how to recreate popular salon hairstyles, with exclusive stylist trips from Redken experts Rodney Cutler, David Stanko and Jenny Balding. T
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall ’09: J.Mendel and Juan Carlos Obando
During the recent Fashion Week Fall 2009, I had the opportunity to attend the runway shows of J.Mendel and Juan Carlos Obando. I also went backstage before each of them to check out the hair and makeup. At J.Mendel, lead hairstylist Odile Gilbert cre
