Styling

Get a Confidence a Boost with a New Hairstyle

Posted on November 13, 2014

in hair care, Hair Dreams, Styling, Styling Tips

As much as we all would like to believe that we don’t judge a book by its cover, the reality is that to a certain extent, all of us do. And that includes our own self-image. How you perceive yourself is a part of your own personal confidence and it affects how you project yourself, which in turn has a direct effect on how others perceive you.

Think about it, when we are not feeing very sexy, beautiful, or plain old happy, we have a hard time convincing others that we are any of those things. Many times, a new hairstyle, make over or new outfit can be the ticket to your show of “I am Wonderful”, where you are the star.

Hair: Your Look, Style, Expression, and Beyond

Posted on October 8, 2014

in hair care, Hair Dreams, Styling

by marketeer

You are putting a lot of thought and action into creating your own personal style. You shop with a certain look in mind for your clothes, jewelry, and shoes. You know that when you see those oh-so-perfect-boots that not even your limited paycheck will stand in the way of owning that coupe du resistance pair to finish off your look for fall.

So GIRL, why do you leave your hair to last minute and trim your salon budget long before your bangs? Your hair style and color are a part of the stage that helps to make that statement about who you are. Not taking time to extend your look to your hair is a bit like baking a great cake and forgetting about the frosting. Well, we are here to help you frost your cake and finish off your look with flair and finesse (and just maybe a bit of fondant, as well!)

What Makes it a Pinup Hairstyle?

Posted on July 21, 2014

in Bridal Hair, hair care, Hair Dreams, On-Site Wedding Styling, Styling, Styling Tips, Wedding Hair Styles, Weddings

by marketeer

So you keep noticing Hollywood glam queens like Katy Perry, Scarlett Johansson, Georgia May Jagger, and Taylor Swift with their show stopping, high volume, classic Hollywood icon do’s? If you want to achieve that ultra-glam look for yourself, remember, these new Hollywood glam queens are only re-inventing the classic glam styles inspired by the originals such as Jean Harlow, Marilyn Monroe, Jane Wyman, Dorothy Hart from the 1930’s to the 1950’s.

So what exactly qualifies as a “Pinup Do”? Think flapper-inspired, vibrant tints and dramatic curls for an authentic pinup hairstyle. A Veronica Lake inspired mane with pin curl bangs. High-rise up dos with headbands, big volume retro bee hives, glossy side swept manes. Pinups do’s look neat and sleek with fly aways controlled. You will see retro finger waves, and a feathered head piece to set it off. Voluminous up-dos with sequined, silver or gold splashes of hair accessories and side swept retro waves set off with glam clips.

Sourcing Safe and Local Hair Products

Posted on December 9, 2013

in Curly Hair Styling, DevaCurl, Products, Styling

by marketeer

You know that your trusted Pinup professionals care deeply about you and the products you use to keep your hair radiant and healthy. Read on for a closer peek at the fabulous products we carry and learn why we feel as passionately about them as we do.

Unite:

If Marissa Marino and Riawna Capri (stylists to the stars) use Unite products on their A-list clients, why should your famous tresses be treated to anything less? What makes Unite products pass Pinup’s strict quality test of superiority? The products are free of sulfates, paraben, gluten, sodium chloride, DEA, MEA, and are safe for colored hair. What that means is that only high quality, natural products are applied to your marvelous mane and those harsh additives found in many hair product lines are avoided. Oh, on top of that? The products simply work! At Pinup, we’re more concerned with products that get the job done than we are with brand names, price point or who is styling who. We just want products that do what they say they will do, and Unite’s great at delivering on their promises!

Diverted Hair Products – Why They Do More Harm Than Good

Posted on November 13, 2013

in hair care, Hair Disasters, Products, Save Time/Money, Styling

by marketeer

Years of searching for that incredible stylist with magical instincts has resulted in the discovery of your salon artiste who not only attends to every detail of your (amazing) love life, but manages to produce A-list dreamed-of results with your hair.

You spend your hard earned $$$’s in the chair of your genius with shears. Her trendsetting vision and extraordinary talent float you out of the salon with your hair
feeling like silk instead of straw, shaped to make your hair look thicker and fuller than you thought possible, and smelling enchanting … you know your great hair
gives you confidence.

Curly Hair Is In! Know How To Care For It

Posted on October 18, 2013

in Curly Hair Styling, Deep Conditioner, DevaCurl, Frizz Control, hair care, Styling, Styling Tips

by marketeer

“Curly hair is not a trend, it’s a lifestyle.” That’s the word on the street lately, and we are finding many of our clients in agreement and overjoyed at the recent embracing of their natural wave and curl textures. Over 65% of the population has some form of curl in their hair, so why are so many of us fighting against it? Here are some tips on caring for your curly locks, to keep your hair looking and feeling fantastic year round.

Start with a curly-centric haircut. Did you know that curly hair should be cut differently than straight or wavy hair? There’s an art – and actually a certification – to the technique, and luckily your stylist here at Pinup knows how to do it masterfully! Our staff has a unique passion for curl texture, and we like to respect your hair as much as we respect you!

I Do! A Guide To Pinup’s Bridal Services

Posted on March 20, 2013

in Bridal Hair, Bridal Makeup, Dry Styling, Eye Makeup, Great Lengths, Hair Disasters, Hair Dreams, Hair Extensions, Keratin Bonded Extensions, Makeup, On-Site Wedding Styling, Styling, Wedding Hair Styles, Weddings

by Jen

We know it sounds early, but wedding season is already gearing up! We’ve been getting calls for brides setting the dates for their hair and makeup services, so we thought we would take a moment to explain a little further what services we offer for brides, and bridal parties.

First off, with our bridal hair services, we always include a trial run, for every client. Why is a trial run necessary? It helps with ease of mind not only for the bride but also for the stylist! We’re all very seasoned in a wide variety of updo styling, from the classic Pinup sets, to the artistic and avant-garde, to loose beachy styles, and everything in between. Since all hair types and textures are unique, it’s important for us to know how cooperative your hair will be with your desired style, and the best products and tools to use, insuring your hair will hold up throughout the day and night! When a bride leaves after her trial run, she can let us know if the style held up or not, so that we can easily adjust our approach for her wedding day as needed.

For curly girls, and boys!

Posted on January 22, 2013

in Blowout Styling, Curly Hair Styling, DevaCurl, hair care, Men's Hair, Products, Styling, Styling Tips, Uncategorized, Unite

by Jen

At Pinup Salon we've tested out the trials and errors on curly hair and we have the remedy to tame your curly locks....

Welcome The Balm Cosmetics!

Posted on July 9, 2012

in Bridal Hair, Bridal Makeup, Dry Styling, Eye Makeup, Makeup, Styling, Styling Tips, Wedding Hair Styles, Weddings

by Jen

We're thrilled to now not only to be able to use The Balm cosmetics, but to also take the time to educate our clients and show them how to properly apply makeup to enhance their best features, and diminish their less desirable ones. Our staff have all individually sought out various makeup education classes, including everything from soft bridal looks to special effects zombie gore makeup (we don't get many clients for that one, yet!)....

UNITE Product Cocktail for a GREAT Blowout

Posted on June 11, 2012

in Blowout Styling, Frizz Control, hair care, Pomade, Products, Styling, Styling Tips, Unite

by Jen

Today we're talking about one of our favorite product combos, Unite's Creamy Paste and Blow&Set lotion. Here is a little about each product. Blow & Set Lotion: The Blow&Set lotion is a lightweight sculpting lotion that is great for all hair types and will add weightless moisture, shine, and volume to the hair. Run about a quarter sized amount (double that if you have longer/thicker hair) through your hair from scalp to ends while the hair is...

Never learned how to use hairspray? You’re not alone!

Posted on May 21, 2012

in Blowout Styling, Bridal Hair, Dry Styling, Hairspray, Products, Styling, Styling Tips

by Jen

With prom and wedding season upon us here at Pinup, I wanted to talk a little about our Pravana Super Shape Hairspray! If you are anything like I used to be, the idea of using hairspray day to day sounds ridiculous. My past experiences with hairspray always ended up in helmet hair, so the idea that you could still have soft flexible styles with the use of hairspray sounded foreign to me! The keys to success with...

Pravana Perfection Smoothout – The Frizz Solution

Posted on September 2, 2011

in Blowout Styling, Brazilian Blowout, Frizz Control, hair care, Pravana Perfection, Save Time/Money, Smoothing Shampoo, Smoothing Treatments, Styling, Uncategorized

by Jen

Being a hairstylist opens a lot of doors that would normally be locked to most, but battling frizz is a door I've never been able to keep unlocked for long. When I say long, what I mean is until the moment my hair gets wet, whether it be from showering or from the daily drizzle we know here in Seattle as rain! You can imagine my ongoing frustration, especially if you dislike your frizz as...