A business journal for independent beauty pros, by salonMonster
As the days are now getting longer and the sunshine is starting to stick around a bit more, my thoughts are moving towards springtime and all the gorgeous bright colours and patterns that awaken us from our winter hibernation. To help jumpstart a happy head I thought I’d share with you some of my favourite … Read more
Who knew Lego offered such versatility in hair styles! When I was growing up there was one Lego hair style, the men’s short crop. It came in brown. Now there’s a variety of colours, cuts and styles! From braids, to choppy fringes and waves, the skies the limit with Lego hair. Finally!
My newest hair and style fascination/obsession is with the 13 episode Australian series Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries. The series is set in Melbourne, Australia in the late 1920’s. The lead character, Miss Phryne Fisher, is just bursting with exuberant style and energy. Played by Australian actress Essie Davis, Miss Fisher is a glamourous, independent, and … Read more
Hailing from Australia, Aesop creates divine hair and body products. They market these products in individual stores which are all designed differently with impeccable taste and creativity. The design company Cigue has collaborated with Aesop on several occasions to create beautiful and unique stores all around Paris, France. They’ve come up with some wonderful ways … Read more
If you’re still not sure what to dress up as for Halloween, I’ve collected some fun and easy hair tutorials from my favourite sites that might inspire you to get all spooked up! I’ll start with this amazing Bride of Frankenstein video tutorial from Reagan at Hairdresser On Fire. This is a wonderfully creepy video … Read more
The month of moustaches is fast approaching so it’s time to start prepping! Movember takes place for the month of November where guys will pledge to grow voluptuous moustaches for the entire month to raise awareness and funds for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer. So while all the guys around you start sprouting their Poirot’s, … Read more
One of my favourite things about Autumn is that I get to start wearing cute cozy hats again! Whether they’re hiding a bad hair day or just enhancing an outfit, hats are always in style in my closet! Here are some new fall favourites that I’ve been coveting. Top Row: Felt Panama Hat from … Read more
Braid lovers get ready, Hair Romance is about to begin 30 braids in 30 days! Starting September 1st, every day of the month will feature a new braided hairstyle. After the success of Hair Romance’s last challenge (30 Days of Twists and Pins) which has been turned into a fantastic ebook, this next hair challenge … Read more
With summer starting to fade away, my mind is turning to fall and all the new goodies that come with a seasonal change. Here are some great new fall hair accessories to help ease your way into the cooler weather. From left to right: Anthropologie Multitude Hair Ties– $12.00 for set of five, Bluedame Hinged … Read more
How I wish these were available when I was a kid! Not that I won’t be wearing these polishes now, but how cool would that have been when you were in elementary school to pull out these mini nail polish goodies from your backpack. With old school names like Cotton Candy, Robin’s Egg Blue, and … Read more