hey moms and moms to be – this is a GOOD cause! (and totally fun too) this sunday – may 1st!
April 26, 2011
Category Archives: CULTURE + HAPPENINGS
Freg Segal groupies – get ready for a deal-e-o! APRIL 28th :: DailyCandy DEALS hits LA.
April 22, 2011
WHAT :: People who purchase the $75 for $100 voucher get a KICK-ASS gift bag (valued at $200+) at the upcoming DailyCandy-hosted beauty & shopping event at Fred Segal on 4/28.
The event will be filled with fun (and complimentary) beauty & styling activities and gives shoppers a chance to spend their vouchers: $75 vouchers for $100 worth of goods (Sorry folks, the $1000 for $1500 option is all sold out!).
Some other activities at the event: Cupcakes imported from NYC by Baked by Melissa, complimentary manicures by OPI, makeup application by Stila, blowouts at the Fred Segal Salon, skincare consultations from Murad, fashion styling by Annie Segal of Fred Segal Originals, and many many more activities.
Groomed L.A. GIVE-AWAY! Dream Water!
April 21, 2011
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Deep Powder at Viceroy Snowmass – Jim Tobler of WOW TRAVEL reports.
You have to love the name of the mountain. Snowmass. It is what it is. Not so far from Aspen, in fact part of the four mountains that constitute the Aspen/Snowmass area, Snowmass is nonetheless distinct, far enough away from the other three to warrant its very own luxury hotel. And there it is, nestled right at the foot of the mountain, a ski lift literally a sparse ten paces away from its second floor ski in/out area. Viceroy Snowmass.
The reception and lobby area, out from which the ski runs beckon, is spacious, comfortable, and bustling. This is a fairly large hotel, of over 200 rooms and suites, but it actually has a boutique feel to it, and the rooms themselves, generous in size, all with alpine views, big screen TVs, gorgeous bathrooms and amenities, all speak to a certain amount of aplomb in the sense that it is both luxurious and practical, never forgetting that it hosts recreational athletes of all abilities, and families of all descriptions.
There are mini-kitchens in most of the rooms, a satisfying nod to the reality of skiers (or, in the alternate season, mountain bikers and trekkers), travelling as a family unit, and often wanting a quick healthy breakfast or warm lunch in the room before heading into the natural beauty surrounding them.
There are two restaurants, a casual, sushi-bar style place called Nest, with easy access to a pool and deck area complete with cabanas and a gigantic barbecue, and not far from the ski lift. The main fine dining venue is called Eight K, and is a happy mélange of innovation, tradition, and bold flavors that belie a certain familiarity with tradition. Will Nolan is chef de cuisine and Thomas Rekasis is the enthusiastic sommelier. The bar and lounge area preceding the restaurant proper is a nice blend of relaxed and night-life flavor, and the whole affair is inviting all day long.
Viceroy Snowmass is splendidly situated, walks the delicate line between luxury and practicality that comes with the (ski) territory, and does it in an apparently effortless fashion. General Manager Hugh Templeman, most recently working in Dublin, Ireland, is passionate about the property. “There is really no limit to what we can achieve here. As we get our service systems fully in place, this hotel will be even more of a destination resort than it is now.” The staff here are uniformly good at what they do, and the seasonal component of employment is something every winter resort hopes to transcend. In the case of Viceroy Snowmass, the late spring and summer, on through to thanksgiving, is increasingly popular, for hiking, biking, and general exploration of the terrain. When the numerous aspen stands begin to turn color, everyone here aggress it is a splendid, inspiring sight. Even the sled dogs at nearby Krabloonik enjoy their runs in summer, with small wheels underneath instead of sled runners.
It is a world away from urban realities and time crunches, ubiquitous deadlines and street signals. And that is a very good thing.
By Jim Tobler of KIWI COLLECTION AND WOW TRAVEL
Tickle me feathered! FEATHER EXTENSIONS AT FRED SEGAL SALON in Santa Monica.
April 20, 2011
you've seen them before but feather extensions are not going away.
they're just getting more fun and creative!
KRYSTAL RIDDLE at FREG SEGAL SALON is doing what she calls tipping.
making them piecey and on the ends, sometimes doubling them up, two on one braided strand.
i've been wanting them for a while, but by the time i found the right person to do it, they started to feel a bit played out.
but now I can embrace my inner-steve-tyler
because Krystal has revitalized the look at is taking it to the next level (see below!)
and for $45 for 5 feathers, and in no time, it's a no-brainer, easy on the hair way to add a little bo-ho-summer's just around the corner-fun to your look.
they can last 1 to 3 months, can be washed, curled, whatevs.
they're simply clamped onto the end of a braid. it's that simple!
and doesn't hurt your hair at all.
( i love the contrast of my preppy grey turtleneck and hippie feather-y look)
of course you can go ANY color you want! natural, hot pink, peacock, etc.
here are some other looks Kirstal has rocked out:
Krystal envisioned extensions that are personalized and distinctive. Her approach is about versatility and creativity—the sky is the limit. Clients can opt for a casual and playful look, or do something subtle and chic. They can request a streak of long feathers, smaller feathers spaced along one strand of hair, short feathers attached to just the hair ends, or any other way imaginable. Krystal said she’s frequently asked to do the custom extensions, and predicts that this is just the tip of the iceberg: “I think people are definitely going to start doing more fun, imaginative things with their hair.”
Feathers clipped into the hair were popular additions to 70’s getups, but today a longer-lasting extension using one or two rooster tail feathers, left naturally colored or brightly died, are the norm. Celebs like Jennifer Love Hewitt, Hillary Duff, and even Steven Tyler have be-feathered themselves and inspired countless others to do the same. The skyrocketing demand for fashion feathers has even made it hard to find certain kinds.
Instead of churning out the same look on every head, Fred Segal Salon uses a mix of colors and feathers from a variety of birds, including rooster, guinea, pheasant, and ostrich. Peacock feathers, while a bit high-maintenance, are a great option for a special occasion or big night on the town. Clients can even bring in their own feathers, supplied by an art store of from their own Polly. Krystal encourages clients to get involved with the combination and positioning of the feathers before they’re expertly applied. The extensions last one to three months and can be washed, blow-dried and even curled just like the rest of the hair.
Feather hair extensions range from $30 for a single custom feather to $45 for a handful, but prices will vary depending on the number and types of feathers used.
Appointments can be made at (310) 907 -4022.
The salon is located at 420 Broadway in Santa Monica. www.fredsegalsalon.com <http://www.fredsegalsalon.com/> .