Andrew Carruthers, co-owner of Lunatic Fringe Sugarhouse in Salt Lake City, Utah, is the one of our new favorite stalking victims. Not only is he incredibly talented (hello! He shot, edited and did the hair for his NAHA) but also humble . He recently signed on to be the first Sam...

NAHA 2013 is right around the corner! I caught up with my favorite quirky eccentric nominee this year… Lizz Knaphus. I knew I was going to meet a fun, energetic, & whimsical stylist… while she is filled with all those traits, I also discovered an extremely likable &...

Each year as soon as the NAHA Finalists are announced, we begin planning our covert ops and the #NerdStalking commences… Don’t go into #NAHA2013 blind…   Allow us to help you  fully prepare for the awards show with this three part series. The North American...

Don’t go into #NAHA2013 blind…  Research is a key ingredient in efficient stalking.  If you want to call yourself a Hair Nerd,  then you better brush up on this year’s NAHA knowledge and be ready to go into full #NerdStalking mode at any second. Allow us to help you...

The NAHA nomination video aired and we all sat on the edge of our seats! It truly is a fascinating moment. What ends up happening is, as the nominations flash across the screen, you naturally begin to pick your favorites! And when the Ali Deveraux collection came up, my inner nerd knew that...

We all know that the behind the chair daily grind can get a little grindy. This is why a Hair-venture is a must at least once a year in order to get a little sparkle back in your chair. You need it and your clients and salon team will thank you for it. We always say going to a hair...

Silas Tsang began his profession in 1985 in London, United Kingdom. He has trained in several schools around the world since then and continues to educate himself as he believes that education is key to any career. Silas has worked in London, Hong Kong, Germany, and in 1992, he opened...

What made you want to enter NAHA? In 2005, when still attending hair school, I attended the NAHA Awards Ceremony.  There, I was fortunate to meet several masters of their craft.  Their work continues to inspire.  One of those individuals was Sir Nicholas French.  Then in 2009, I was...

This edition of “Fab Fridays” is especially timely with the NAHA Finalist announcements coming out on April 30th.  Fabio Sementilli has been a competitor since the day he touched his first head of hair…   What made you want to enter NAHA? Hair Nerds, I wish I had a...

What made you want to enter NAHA? I think the story about how I got nominated for NAHA Colorist of the Year in 2004 is actually pretty funny.  Some people might think I’m being disparaging when I say I had no idea what NAHA was when I was first entered into the contest by Van Council...

  We condensed 3 very long and jam packed days into a mere 3 minutes.  A peek into our weekend at America’s Beauty Show Chicago 2013!

Even though we are California girls and shiver at temperatures in the mid-50′s,  we are headed to America’s Beauty Show in Chicago this weekend to brave the snow!   Typically at a show, we immerse ourselves in education all day because the thought of missing an incredible class...

Sunday morning began far too early after Saturday night’s Power Point shenanigans, but isn’t that how it always goes?  We have traveled enough as a trio to make Carrie set her alarm for an hour earlier than everyone else! So while she rocks out to Pandora and does her makeup,...

The best times at a show are often found in the hotel after the convention center has closed.  We have maintained that you should attend all 3 days of ISSE Long Beach if at all possible forever.  The reason is a lifetime of entertainment is packed into this 3 days weekend.  In fact,  we...

As 2012 comes to a close and we reflect on some of our favorite things, we realize how truly blessed we are to be apart of the most amazing industry in the world.  It has been a wild year full of amazing experiences, but we thought we would share just a couple of our...

ISSE Long Beach, Jan. 26-28, 2013; Long Beach Convention Center It is EXACTLY one month until ISSE Long Beach !!!!    We adore this show for more reasons than are possible to list, but mostly because the education is killer.  If you are going to shows and not taking classes then your Hair...

Fabio Sementilli is currently the North American Creative Director for PG salon professional. A hairstylist for 27 years, salon owner, multiple award winner such as 3 time World Supreme trophy and 3 time NAHA winner… we think he knows a thing or two about our industry.  Fabio...

Going to Premiere Orlando was a dream come true for us Hair Nerds! Not only is it one of the biggest hair shows on the East Coast but also prime stalking grounds where any Hair enthusiast would loose their mind. Every where we went there was a superstar stylist we got to chat with or harass...

Diego Raviglione With more than 23 years of experience as a highly creative, artistic hair designer and educator for Redken, Joico, and Graham Webb International, Diego Raviglione exudes an untouchable enthusiasm for the art of hairdressing and inspires the same in all his students. His work...

    With the slogan “Enter or Mentor,” not only does TrendVision spark creativity, but it inspires industry unity by sharing knowledge with each other. “TREND VISION IS ABOUT INSPIRING OTHERS AND LOVING WHAT YOU DO. ONLY THEN CAN YOU MAKE YOUR MARK AND CREATE SIGNATURE...

About the Author: Tim is a “man’s man” who blows shit up with explosives for a living. When he isn’t busy being a dude, he is the ultimate Hair Husband. Let me set the scene.  Surrounded by a large group of...

  The Hair-venture Experience  Last minute travel is second nature to any legitimate Hair Nerd (stalker).   Unfortunately, no matter how lightly you pack or thought out your itinerary.. the element of surprise always looms on  each Hair-Venture. Sometimes Enterprise Rental Car  hands...

  What is a hair show without a little friendly competition? Students to Hair Veterans can participate in these hair battles held at the biggest west coast hair show.   Students ( Juniors ) Sunday, January 29, 2012 Located in the Regency Ballroom BC, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Cannot...

    About Junior Style Stars… Junior Style Stars is for the enhancement of careers in the cosmetology field through providing the platform for the future hairstylist to develop their artistic skills. Unlike other competitions, Junior Style Stars allows all students, regardless of...