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  • Kolmio+LIM Nail Salon in Osaka

    Here is a gorgeous nail salon in Osaka Japan designed by Yusuke Seki that I found on Dezeen. Kolmio+LIM Salon is a modern, light filled space with soft colours and warm wooden furniture.       The big drama of the space comes from the crimped wooden wall screen that divides the nail space from the […]

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    March 18th, 2014
  • 3 Important Questions About Your Bottom Line

    It’s time to stop procrastinating, face your fears, shape up that business, and “knock out” all of your worries. We’re gonna get down and dirty and talk about your bottom line. 1. Do you have a system for inventory control? If you answered no to this question, you must have thousands of dollars of inventory […]

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    February 24th, 2014
  • Time Traveling Hair with Doctor Who

    I’ve been a fan of the BBC series Doctor Who since I was a kid and have been impressed over the years with the sometimes wonderful, sometimes fantastical hair styles of the different Doctors. With the departure of Matt Smith (who has the best hair) this last season, I thought it was time to share […]

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    February 17th, 2014
  • 6 Tips to Make Change Happen In Your Salon

    If you were to continue down the path you are on today and change absolutely nothing about your business tactics, strategies, or systems where would your business be a year from now? Would you still be struggling with un-motivated staff, unsuccessful marketing and promotions, minimal retail sales, and an empty bank account?  Have you found yourself saying “something’s got to […]

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    February 13th, 2014
  • Favourite New Valentine’s Nail Art

    Another year, another set of awesome Valentine’s Day nail art! I’ve combed through my favourites on Pinterest and have collected some super cute designs if you’re looking to sweeten up your nails for Valentine’s.   Created by MaryamMaquillage.com     From BeautyHigh.com     BellaSugar.com was behind this cool design     By Trashed and […]

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    February 4th, 2014
  • Aesop’s New Store in Chelsea New York

    With a new year comes a beautiful new store from Australian beauty company Aesop, this time in Chelsea New York. Dezeen brought my attention to this gorgeous space adorned with over a thousand editions of The Paris Review.  The ceiling is covered in colourful excerpts while the walls use black and white letters and photos from […]

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    January 13th, 2014
  • My Favourite Songs to Work to for 2013

    With the year coming to an end I thought I’d look back and see what my most played (probably overplayed) songs at work were for 2013. These tracks were pivotal in keeping me motivated when I needed a boost, pumped up for a night out after work, or chilling me out when things got crazy! […]

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    December 30th, 2013
  • Inspiring Ideas on How to Use Bobby Pins

    Growing up I was always trying to control and tame my curls so I lived with bobby pins in my hair – plain black bobby pins randomly stuck in my hair with no aesthetic value at all. I wish I had seen all the cool and creative ways people are using bobby pins these days […]

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    November 27th, 2013
  • Arcade Fire – Reflektor

      Arriving just in time for the busy holiday season, Arcade Fire’s latest album Reflektor will help you get through the mad rush up to Christmas. Based out of Montreal, Quebec, this group continues to put out amazing music and their latest album does not disappoint! Produced by James Murphy (of LCD Soundsystem fame) Reflektor […]

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    November 14th, 2013
  • Grab Some Glitter for the Upcoming Holiday Season

    This time of year when the beautiful colours of fall are starting to fade and the grey drab of winter is hiding around the corner why not glitz up your hair in defiance! Shiny metallic hair accessories are a sure fire way to add shimmer and glamour to your locks. Here are five glitzy accessories […]

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    November 5th, 2013
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