Weighing Your Options

In life, when seeking change, it is important to weigh your options in order to figure out if the change is worthwhile. The same rules apply when contemplating a change in hairstyle.  Sometimes people make drastic decisions based on circumstances, emotions or lifestyle, only to feel trapped in their new "do" or to find out that its not working for them. Being prepared and researching your future style is as important as having the right stylist to service you. So before you go any further, consider these tips:

1. Schedule a consultation. After you have decided on your stylist of choice, research the type of styles that you are considering. Check online for pictures as well as various hair magazines. Have many options in mind.

2. Make a list. Consider the pros and cons of your current hairstyle. Also make a list of what you would like to achieve from the future hairstyle. Be true to yourself about what you like and don’t like.

3. Ask questions. Once you have your pictures and your list, ask the stylist how each look is achieved AND maintained. Also go over the cost of the service and the future costs in order to maintain your style.

4. Don't fear rejection. Be prepared to possibly be disappointed. The reality is that every style isn’t for everybody. As a stylist, that is his/her job to make sure that the look you are considering fits your face and features, as well as your hair texture. But don’t fret, you can mix and match different styles for a custom look just for you.

5. Take your time.  Don’t make any drastic or hasty decisions. Relax and take time to think about all the information that you were given and which styles you like and don’t like. You have the final say.
 

Follow these few easy steps and I guarantee that you'll make the right decision for you. Who knows? You may even decide that your current style works the best and you end up making no changes. But its best to know these things in advance before you leave the salon as an unhappy customer.

Good luck and MO' HAIR!

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Prom -Which style do I wear?

Happy MAY everybody! :)

Do you know what May brings? The only time in a girl's life (besides her wedding day) where she will do everything possible in order to make sure her hair, nails, skin and outfit is 100% up to par! Yes Ladies & Gents:   

IT'S PROM SEASON :)

These days it doesn’t seem to be as big a deal as it was back when I was growing up, but I personally think it’s a time that every young lady should experience. Yes the fellas are needed to escort the ladies, but let's be honest, just like a wedding, this day is more often steered by the prom go-er (and her mother).

So with that being said you want your hairstyle to evenly match your dress. If your dress has a lot of accents on it, you don’t want to wear an up do that is too "busy". It’s tricky when it comes to matching hairstyles to a person's face and neckline of the chosen dress.

Here are a few tips:

1.      About a month before the prom, seek a professional stylist to help you achieve your look. Bring in pictures, magazines or anything else you can find of ideas for your style. 

2.      Be sure to bring a picture of your dress or be able to accurately explain the neckline to your stylist. Is your dress a halter? Strapless? High neck? V-neck? These things matter so bring all the valuable information.  At that time your stylist can go over which styles work with your dress and face structure.

3.      Be open to options. Remember every style isn’t for everybody. By working together you can mix and match ideas to come up with something unique for you and your look. 

4.       Wear a button down shirt. There's nothing worse than having the cutest style then completely ruin it by pulling off a t-shirt while trying to get into the shower.

5.       After deciding on a look, schedule your time accordingly. If you know you have extremely long or thick hair or you are getting a style that takes some time, don’t schedule your appointment 3 hours before you need to be there. This is a special day… you don’t want to rush your style (or stylist!)

6.       Understand the cost. This isn’t your average wash and style service. Many stylists move their regular clientele to accommodate those going to prom. These courtesies sometimes go unnoticed but usually worked into the cost of your style. Time and creativity is being put into your special day and 9 times out of 10 it is a style that you wont have again and don’t usually wear, so be understanding on why the cost are a bit steeper.

7.       If extensions are needed, don’t get it done THAT day. I suggest going in a few days prior (or even a week) and then coming in on prom day for a styling. Extensions are time consuming and more than likely the stylist has other clients that day. This may cause an issue with your time schedule, so to save yourself some stress and/or hassle, just don’t do it.

Hopefully everyone will have a safe prom season. Send me a pic! :)