VAIN Blog

Have you seen VAIN Downtown lately? We’ve revamped the boutique area to make room for the best in hot, affordable gear. What’s in store for you?

The VAIN boutique - plenty of treasures

Behold! Trapper hats, circle scarves, and fingerless gloves to keep you toasty in this early frigid winter! Bags and belts! Jewelry, cuffs, and headbands from the sparkly and shiny to our Rock n’ Roll roots!

New goods and the Wall of Wigs

Did we mention several unique local handcrafted finds - perfect for your one-of-a-kind special person? And of course, we’ve always got our hair and beauty supply essentials on hand.

We’re constantly keeping it coming with new items Downtown as well as at our Ballard location - so be sure to come by for the freshest in wares, gifts, and holiday inspiration.

Visit VAIN Downtown at 2018 1st Ave and VAIN Ballard at 5401 Ballard Ave NW.

Behold the VAIN Wall of Wigs! We’ve got a plethora of styles in a rainbow of colors, and they’re here at the best prices you’ll find around - no kidding! Looking for an easy way to refresh your look? Need that special something to finish off your killer Halloween costume? Delicate or daring, VAIN’s got you covered!

Find hot, affordable wigs at VAIN downtown 2018 1st Ave, Seattle

Don’t get us wrong - this isn’t out to bash the sparkly and shiny products of the world. An entire novel could be written on our love for Pureology’s Glossing Mist, for one. But sometimes that’s just not what you’re looking for; sometimes a lack of golden glow is just the ticket.

L to R: Kevin Murphy - Sticky Business, Spice - Mat Wave, Osmo - Clay Wax, Hairgum - Matt Wax

Both Sticky Business and the Mat Wave have a soft touch but no shine to the finish, whereas the Clay and Matt Waxes have a dry texture right from the start. All of the above work well for shorter hair textures, while Sticky Business also works well for longer layered cuts looking to add shape and definition. None of them fit the mold of most TV advertisements, where shine is seemingly lauded as the only desired end result.

Ask your stylist during your next appointment what your perfect product would be, or drop by any time to consult with our front desk staff on the best choice. The products listed here are available at both Downtown and Ballard locations.

Back to your regularly scheduled [sparkly] holiday shopping…

xo,

VAIN

If you’re still finalizing your perfect Halloween ensemble, keep in mind the sweet collection of wigs we have at VAIN Downtown.

Even better, they’ll be on sale this coming Batcave Day, also known as this Saturday. From spooky to sexy, you’ll have options aplenty.

Your style invaders,

Sarah Jo + VAIN

We asked Santa for victory this holiday season and we got it: VAIN has been named the audience and editorial winner for Best Beauty Store in Seattle on Citysearch.com! With hair products + tools for every hair type + budget and top-shelf Nouba makeup from Italy (not to mention the most talented resident makeup artist in town) we’re not entirely surprised, but when you consider some of the big names we were up against, we’re even more excited about it.

VAIN also placed in the top three for Best Belltown Shop, Best Jewelry, Best Gifts and Stationery (VAIN stationery buyer Mel knows what’s up), and Best Offbeat Store in Citysearch’s annual Best of Seattle contest.

Big thanks to our clients for putting us at the top of these lists with your votes. We promise to keep delivering, and we’re working on some giveaways for ‘08 to show you our appreciation. Stay tuned.