Design
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Victory Barber and Brand
Victoria BC is home to the fantastic Victory Barber and Brand. Located in the city’s downtown, Victory brings old school greatness back to the barber shop. The shop was built using reclaimed materials from old Victoria homes while the classic barber chairs were restored by hand giving the whole place an authentic “Canadiana” feel, complete with […]
Posted: March 27th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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6 Fun Spring Hair Accessories
Now that we’re starting to shed our wool toques, I thought I’d share with you some fun spring hair accessories to get you in the mood for warmer weather, blossoms and sunshine! I’ve narrowed my current favourites down to six and have listed them below. Gorgeous Sasha Turband from Cult Gaia in 100% cotton. Retails […]
Posted: March 21st, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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Stop the Water While Using Me!
As soon as I came across this fantastic product called Stop The Water While Using Me! I knew I had to spread the word! Created in Germany with packaging designed by Korefe, these products are 100 % biodegradable and made with organic ingredients. Everything is packaged in refillable bottles and much care was taken in the […]
Posted: March 19th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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Ron Swanson’s Woodwork!
So this is the coolest thing, I just found out that that Nick Offerman who plays TV’s Ron Swanson on Parks and Recreation is also a carpenter and a woodworker with his own shop. On Parks and Recreation Ron Swanson is a master woodworker who makes amazing things for people like canoes! It would seem that […]
Posted: March 5th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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Aesop
We’ve been in Sydney Australia the last few days and have been having a blast. One of the highlights has to have been our visit to the Aesop store on Oxford street in the lovely neighbourhood of Paddington. It’s a shame that more cosmetics companies don’t have this much style, it’s so inspiring. Their product […]
Posted: February 10th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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60’s Mod Inspired Hair
I came across this great tumblr site MiniMadMod60’s which showcases some fantastic hair styles from the 60’s as well as fashion shots. Here are some of my favourites and check out their site for more! Photos from minimadmod60s site.
Posted: February 9th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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Behind the scenes with Mara Roszak
Take a peek behind the scenes of L.A. based celebrity stylist Mara Roszak’s home. On the always amazing site Coveteur, we get the opportunity to take a look at some of Mara’s favourite items and a taste of what inspires her. Mara started styling hair at the age of seventeen working with Michelle Gellar on […]
Posted: February 2nd, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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Mirrors on Trees
I absolutely love the use of tree trunks as mirror supports in the Ricort hair salon designed by the architect Teruhiro Yanagihara. Located in a clinical white Tokyo commercial building the space is designed to create the feeling of a fictional garden that leads you into a metaphorical cottage. I imagine the contrast with the […]
Posted: January 20th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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Cheeky branding for Crop Hair Boutique
I’m digging the cheeky copywriting and attitude of Crop Hair Boutique‘s branding by ReThink Communincations. With slogans like “From now on you’ll be mistaken for your hotter twin” and “Help us help your hair help you get laid” how can you not love it? I’m always a sucker for buttons and they have […]
Posted: January 6th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
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Paper-Cut-Project
Amy Flurry and Nikki Salk are the creative geniuses behind Paper-Cut-Project. Based out of Atlanta, they founded this amazing company which in their words is “fueled by a love for fashion and the appreciation of the grace and nuance of this simple material”. Amy and Nikki create highly crafted paper installations for window displays, […]
Posted: January 4th, 2012 ˑ No Comments
Filled under: Art, Design, Fashion, Hair