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Saturday night was fantastic! Many new friends were made, and equal numbers of our nearest and dearest dropped by to join in the fun. Not one cupcake survived the evening.

Our models, Racheal and Beth, greeted guests out on Ballard Avenue and invited them to join us for floral updo’s and discounted boutique treats. Makeup for both ladies was done by VAIN artist Christine Cherbonnier; Racheal’s full on faux hawk by Megyn and Beth’s romantic twist by Aran.

As Victoria mentioned in the comments on our last post, our most enthusiastic fans devised a cheer to be “a PART of the ART!” It was performed with style in the park across the street. To our young fans, thank you for bringing so much joy to the evening!

The full set of photos can be found on our flickr page here. All guerilla hair gorgeously created by Valentine, Melissa, and Megyn - with a few bonus rounds courtesy of Jenny and owner Victoria Gentry!Thank you to everyone who came by, peeked in the windows, scored goodie bags, and (as the cheer shouted) took part in the art.

xo,

VAIN Ballard

Tonight’s the night- our lovely Springed-out hair models are giving out VAIN goodie bags at Ballard’s Artwalk from 6 to 9, and one bag will have a gold ticket worth $100 in services at VAIN Ballard. See you on Ballard Ave for your chance to win!

It hasn’t snowed anytime recently, and we feel safe in saying that Spring truly has arrived. Given that we’re knee deep in the month of May, let’s just say… it’s about time. To celebrate, we’ll be doing Spring up-do’s [and more!] this Saturday, May 10th, at our Ballard location.

Festivities should begin around 6 pm and last until at least 9 pm. Items in our boutique will be 15% off throughout the celebrations, and we’ll have free goodies to give out as well. Best of all, one lucky visitor will receive the ‘gold ticket’ worth $100 in hair services at VAIN Ballard! Stylists will be on hand for “Guerilla Hair” up-do’s - a quick 5 minute style transformation. We’ll be exploring the neighborhood, too, for Ballard’s Artwalk - be sure to stop by OKOK, 20twenty, or Miro Tea, just to name a few!

Bring your Spring-fevered self out of the house for a night of hair + art - and free treats + discounts!

xo,

VAIN Ballard

If you haven’t asked me yet you will soon. So here’s the answer: my new awesome haircut (think Renee Zellweger, but my face is much more relaxed) is by VAIN Ballard + downtown senior stylist Jenny Slay. I should get a “Hair by Slay” t-shirt made I’m getting so many where do you get your hair done? questions about it. Well it’s true.

-Rebecca P.

Spacial reasoning dictates that VAIN Ballard will always be a bit more petite than VAIN Downtown - but two new chairs means more room than ever before! Jake has added a day here on Tuesdays. Ballard will also feature two new members of our VAIN family, Aran and Megan. Our stylist bio page will soon be updated with full profiles for these ladies and recount the many skills and ideas they bring to VAIN. Aran, a transplant from North Carolina, has been a stylist for over 7 years. She also creates her own line of jewelry and stationary that we can’t wait to see more of. As for Megan, who has already made herself at home here in Seattle since moving from Detroit 6 months ago, she has extensive experience including assisting top-level Redken colorists.

A growing team of stylists means more available appointments, so feel free to request these ladies at either Ballard or Downtown. And despite the fact that things are bigger, better, and faster, the front desk staff will always have time to answer questions, schedule consultations, and make the right recommendation for you.

xo,

Sarah Jo + VAIN Ballard

Roxana in cut + color action.

Congratulations to Gina M. for winning a free cut + color ($125 value!) with VAIN stylist Roxana at VAIN Ballard! Roxana’s profile in Seattle Magazine’s 2008 beauty issue as a top up & coming stylist has given her skills a well-deserved spotlight, and we’re excited to share them with our winner.

Thanks to everyone who entered. Stay tuned for more VAIN Blog giveaways!

Roxana in action at VAIN Ballard

Spread the word- we’re giving away a free haircut + color with VAIN downtown + Ballard stylist Roxana to celebrate her being named a top up & coming stylist in Seattle magazine’s annual beauty issue.

For your chance to win, send an e-mail with your name + phone # to vain (at) vain (dot) com, subject line Roxana Giveaway. One e-mail per person only, please; we’ll choose a winner at random next week!

Giveaway is good for a cut + color with Roxana at VAIN Ballard only ($125 max value) and can’t be transferred for services with another stylist. Also can’t be redeemed for $ or credit.

Whew! Enough rules! E-mail, enter, + good luck!

It’s sunny and gorgeous today, the perfect temperature for us to start keeping the front door open here at VAIN Ballard. We’re unabashedly listening [and occasionally singing along] to Elton John. Carinn announced as she walked in the door that spring had sprung, but we’re actually acting as if we’re halfway thru summer.

Brightening color seems to be the theme of late, taking deep browns to sweet caramels; more than one platinum head has walked out the door and into the sunshine in the past week. Even those with existing dark color on their hair have found ways to add a touch of summer to their look. Many of our senior stylists specialize in corrective color, and our consultations to talk about options are always free.

Whether you’re out for a stroll or in for an appointment, you can still save on our boutique items for the rest of the week thanks to Lucky magazine.

The teeny tiny print there states that this applies at both locations as well, not just for our Ballard guests! We’ll be waiting, and upon request we’ll refrain from singing “Bennie and the Jets.”

xo,

VAIN Ballard

Goodness knows VAIN is never one to have a gender bias, so it is by ’shear’ coincidence that Lucien is our first short cut on Hot Hair! Though he’s seen many of our talented staff over the years, this cut was shaped by Ballard’s Rachel.

Lucien’s cut matches his stylish personality, but in a way that suits his busy lifestyle. It looks charmingly groomed even on the most frantic day, and can forgive a schedule that might miss the free touch up trim. We adore Lucien’s VAIN loyalty and applaud his Hot Hair and sweet smile. To schedule with Rachel or any of the Ballard stylists, please give us a call at 206.706.2707. We want to see your hot hair, too.

Actually, nothing to report on ‘ugly’ or ‘bad’ - Ballard is quite good and lovely. But as for the good, we’ve got heaps of it. Good friends, good hair, good deeds. VAIN Ballard made a raffle donation to Dancing on the Valentine. The co-hosts, Three Imaginary Girls, are VAIN clients and loved ones - and friendship aside, the Leukemia and Lymphoma society is a cause we’re happy to be able to support. Some lucky attendee can come share in all the goodness - just be sure to buy a raffle ticket while you’re there!

xo,

Sarah

VAIN Ballard has been named a Best New Boutique Salon in Seattle Magazine’s 2008 Beauty Issue! Our rising star stylist Roxana got a full-page feature as a Best Up & Coming Affordable Hair Stylist (pretty picture, Roxana!), and VAIN’s Wig Shoppe collection of party wigs got a sweet shout-out too.

Get all the details in Seattle Magazine, on stands now, or come check VAIN Ballard and Roxana’s super-super skills out for yourself if you haven’t yet.

VAIN Ballard: 5401 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle | 206.706.2707