The Ponytail Holds It’s place in the Fashion World – Gary Manuel Salon Seattle

 

Trending in Men’s Style – Contradictions (Gary Manuel Salon Seattle)

Gary Manuel Salon Seattle – As with many other aspects of modern life, current trends in men’s grooming embrace contradiction. More than any other era, men are choosing their style based on their personal preferences rather than donning the standard uniform of their peers.

The 1950’s Clean-Shaven Look – Gary Manuel Salon Seattle

No one can deny the amazing success of the Madmen series and the influence it’s had on fashion trends. At Gary Manuel Salon Seattle we’ve experienced a marked increase in men seeking the well-tailored, clean-cut image reminiscent of the 50’s. After all, who can resist the essence of this era that gave birth to the suburb, dark, tailored suits, the “bob”, and pleated, knee length skirts?

This well-groomed trend has shown itself to be attractive to those longing for the simplicity and order of this bygone era.  What’s more, those choosing this image which signified conformity in its day, now express an image of revolt against the modern values of society.

The Unshaven Revolution – Gary Manuel Salon Seattle

In stark contrast, the New York Times has recently acquainted its readers with the contradictory trend they’ve coined as the “whisker rebellion.” (see “Whisker Rebellion”) The New York time described pursuers of this latest movement seek freedom from unnecessary restriction; protesting against the rules of society in favor of the more wily values of the mountain man. However, as simplistic as this fashion trend may seem, you may want to consult the professionals at Gary Manuel Salon Seattle to “pull-it-off” properly. After all, incorrectly executed, seekers of this look may appear more reminiscent of the typical couch potato than the Marlboro man!

A Gift For Your Loved Ones and the People of Nepal this Holiday Season – Gary Manuel Salon Seattle

At Gary Manuel Salon Seattle, we believe that the small details make a big difference. Because we share this belief Gary Manuel Salon Seattle is proud of our partnership with Aveda. Attention to detail including consciousness of environmental concerns and humanitarian efforts makes Aveda the perfect partner for Gary Manuel Salon Seattle. An example of Aveda’s considerations can be seen in the materials used to package Aveda’s luxurious holiday gift collection. Gary Manuel Salon Seattle would like to share the story of Aveda’s quest for the perfect material to wrap up Aveda’s holiday gift collection:

At the top of the world in the Himalayas of Nepal things are changing for the better for many families and the forest as well. It started a decade ago when Aveda began looking for partners to make beautiful handcrafted paper for our holiday gifts we wanted paper that was sustainably sourced and we learned that the people of Nepal have been making lope bark paper since the 12th century. It was used for royal decrees because it’s traditionally believed to last 1000 years.

Today we use it to cover all of our gift boxes in green paper all year long. Purchasing over 339,000 sheets of this durable paper; employing 3,800 people, 80% of whom are women, to craft it by hand. First they collect bark from lopde shrubs beating than cooking it into a special pulp mixture. This is pressed into screens were dried in the sun. Finally women die in paper green with non-toxic pigments.

More income for families means hope for a better future. Guma Pun is an example of the power of papermaking. The 23-year-old whose parents never went to school is now head of a papermaking enterprise. She is supporting her sisters and brothers so that they can get an education and supporting her sister so she can fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher.

It helps the whole village when women work because they give back to their families and the community buying medicine and sending children to school. With the income from papermaking 1000 families can buy the food their children need they can fix leaky roofs and by clothing. Protecting 34,000 acres of forest to provide bark for the paper also fights climate change is caused by deforestation. This is a gift for all of us but after four years of buying paper from the people of Nepal we believe the greatest gift is this.

Aveda the science of pure flower and plant essences.

If you are searching for that perfect gift that will not only delight your loved ones this holiday season but also create lasting change for the families of Nepal, stop by Gary Manuel Salon Seattle to take a look at our luxurious gift collection.

Frizz is Your Friend – Gary Manuel Salon Seattle

Gary Manuel Salon Seattle – It’s gone on for decades now: the epic battle to tame frizz. An on-going struggle against the very nature of our hair.  The weapons of choice . . . straightening irons, hot rollers, oils, gels and relaxers.  However, the professionals here at Gary Manuel Salon Seattle are here to call a truce! We say, “stop the battle and put down your weapons.” Frizz is in, and some of the top fashion experts agree.  Take a look at these top looks brought by Glamour magazine straight from Spring 2011 fashion week in New York:

5 Beauty Tricks to Try
Glamour’s editors hit the ground at Spring 2011 New York Fashion Week (lucky us, we know!) to scout the best backstage beauty tricks. Here’s your new spring beauty to-do list.

Beauty Trend #5: Stop Fighting Frizz (Seriously!)

It’s back—in a big way. Our quick how-to for the supersize look at Marc by Marc Jacobs: Apply a volumizer to damp roots, blow-dry while scrunching to coax out texture. Then use a crimping iron on one-inch sections and gently brush out. Tease and hairspray.
Photo: Arun Nevader/Getty Images

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Whether you’re looking to tame your tresses, give definition to your curls, or let your locks run free, the professionals at Gary Manuel Salon Seattle are here to guide you in the direction of terrific style!  With an artillary of fantastic, natural products to make your hair more manageable, and the experience it takes to understand your type of hair, our stylists can help you make the most of what you’ve got.  If you’re looking to update your look and make that frizz work for you, let one of our professional stylists at Gary Manuel Salon Seattle help.  Call today for an appointment.