You are beautiful. Say it again. You are gorgeous. Say it as many times as you need. Whether that’s daily or multiple times a day I want you to believe it. The wedding industry as a whole produces the same (or very similar) content over & over again. Maybe there’s a slight twist but so often at the center of it all it is saturated in tradition & aesthetic that has been repeated for decades.
Read MoreAs I write this it’s Cyber Monday and chances are you’ve spent the past weekend or week being bombarded with deals from all over including your favorite small businesses. But what happens when the funds are tapped and you still want to support those businesses you care about so much. Believe it or not there are ways to help small business in real, tangible ways that are completely free to you and it all goes back to social media.
Read MoreSo we did a thing… we won The Knot’s Best of Weddings 2021! It’s all possible thanks to YOU! Our couples are a joy to work with so it never feels like a client/provider agreement but by the time you get married we feel like friends. Beyond our exceptional services it’s your love of our services that have moved you to leave the ample positive reviews and ultimately play a huge factor unrewarding us with this win.
Read MoreWe’ve settled in at our new home base in Huntsville, AL. The studio is set, couples have been booked & we’ve officially participated in our first styled shoot! It’s so exciting not only because styled shoots are great in general & the theme was stunning but it was an amazing opportunity to work with so many talented vendors.
Read MorePart 2 of “Battling Humidity” has arrived. If you haven’t caught Part 1 (“Battling Humidity at Home”) check it out here. Humidity doesn’t stand a chance at ruining a good hair day with these simple guidelines. It will of course take some practice and playing with quantity as well as types of products to find your perfect cocktail. Questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out !
Read MoreBecky & Drew said “I do” on a hot, steamy July day in Northern Virginia having their magical vows at Riverside at the Potomac. Needless to say 2020 has been a crazy year but it was their wedding that they kept as a shinning light when things seemed so overwhelming . And I am so thankful to have been a part of this super special day.
Read MoreSo we have a big announcement …. We are expanding ! Effective October 2020 The Stylist Abroad will be dual locating and adding Huntsville, Alabama as a home base along with the DMV area.
Read MoreEducation & continued education make all the difference. It separates innovators from stagnant replicators & to put it lightly we prefer the former. So it should be no surprise that try to educate as many people as possible so that every stylist can truly maximize their potential.
Read MoreFinding out we were published always makes me a bit giddy. There’s just something that makes me smile as you see your work in this very official presentation for everyone to see. Like a little paper pat on the shoulder. But ya know what? While I love the big names I equally love the local little guys!
Read MoreHumidity is real and it’s a beast. Here in Virginia just when you think it can’t get any hotter… it does… and it’s sidekick humidity has shown up too! So how in the world are you supposed to combat this for you everyday & your wedding? We have some tips to save your looks. This is Part 1 (Battling Humidity For At Home Styling). Part 2 (Battle Humidity on Your Wedding ) will come next. Handling humidity at home really comes down to products, prep & style.
Read MoreWe have ALWAYS welcomed & celebrated ALL couples from every religion, ethnicity, hair type, texture, tradition orientation etc and more. This is a safe place for all couple to reach out with their dreams of a beautiful wedding & happy marriage. The thing though is that we wanted to take our love & acceptance to the next level.
Read MoreOur nation finally woke up. Injustices that the black community has been telling the rest of the country about for years has finally been recognized by the rest of the population. And the population is outraged. While it may have taken far too long for this anger and demand for justice to arrive there is finally change taking place. So how does this relate to beauty?
Read MoreOften when people hear all of the products we use are 100% vegan a confused expression creeps across their face. Vegan? “I thought that only pertained to food.” Or “how is a product NOT vegan”. You’d be surprised what lurks in a lot of products due to antiquated, low budget, corner cutting methods.
Read MoreGood news! We were just published on Layers of Luxe ! It’s always good news to be notified of a publication but with covid still keeping us all socially distant and certainly putting a strain on creativity it somehow seems a smidge extra special. Definitely a pep in the step added.
Read MoreOur work is an incredibly personal and in a way even an intimate experience. We are literally very close to you, touching your hair and skin and sharing the same space. Sanitation and cleanliness should always be at the forefront of any hairstylist or makeup artists priority list but I think this virus has really jolted all of us into remembering that even more so. We’ve decided to take extra precaution.
Read MoreEveryone wants a strong, full bun or braid and certainly nothing that looks wimpy . Unfortunately that’s not always possible with only your natural hair since there are limitations. When your stylist suggests extensions you wince at the thought of navigating all those complicated clips. Fortunately for you there is an easier way… Easy Updo Extensions.
Read MoreCovid-19 (coronavirus) is a nasty virus you may have heard of that is sweeping the world and needs to be taken seriously. We are doing everything we can to make this time more stable, less scary and of course keeping your safety and joy at the forefront.
Read MoreWant to have the most productive, enjoyable bridal trial? Check out this guide to the perfect bridal trail.
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