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Join us at VAIN Ballard on Saturday December 19 from 4-8pm for Luminaries in Ballard – an evening with hay rides through luminary-lined streets. Stroll the neighborhood, listen to carolers, and enjoy holiday treats at VAIN and other select merchant locations. We will also have wonderful handmade items by 3 local artists and lots of of other great holiday gifts.

Using recycled bicycle chain rings Erica Gordon of Steel Toe Studio makes fabulous hand forged belt buckles and bottle openers. Also handmade belts in leather or recycled bicycle inner tubes are available.

Incorporating upcycled vintage jewelry components, Krissy Maier of Orangebox Jewelry, creates eco-friendly yet very fashionable jewelry.

We will also have wonderful Victorian inspired silver jewelry by Mary Powers who uses beautiful vintage buttons and thimbles in her work.

Winter grey got you down? Looking for a place to shake it out?

Tomorrow night: VAIN’s very own Carly and Valentine are hosting a special night of beats, dancing feet, and hair-styles-so-sweet as part of their weekly “Make It Rain!” event at Havana on Capitol Hill. While the hosts drop some fresh jams, VAIN stylists will be providing Guerrilla Hair for the hotties in the powder room. For an extra special time, dance electro band CMYK will be there to rock the place!

See you there!
xo,
VAIN

Come out Thursday, December 3rd to Havana @1010 East Pike Street. Doors at 9pm//$5

In the spirit of community, VAIN is collecting donations to help the efforts of The Orion Center, a multi-service facility under the YouthCare agency, to support young people in Seattle.  The Orion Center provides many services for homeless and in-need youth including technical education and skills training, meals, and medical counseling.

On December 17th, the center is hosting a holiday party and VAIN is going to provide gift bags for the 60-70 attendees. Gifts will include essentials such as hats, gloves, hand sanitizer, and shampoo. Our goal is to raise at least $300 by the end of next week to make it happen. You will find donation jars at the front desk at our Downtown and Ballard location for your giving spirit - please stop by and help us support a great cause!

Learn more about the Orion Center at the YouthCare website, and see what other items are on their donation wishlist. Let’s get inspired and start giving!

xo,
VAIN

We are accepting donations through this week at VAIN Downtown - 2018 1st Ave, Seattle and VAIN Ballard - 5401 Ballard Ave NW.

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.

Last month at VAIN’s “Turn & Face the Strange” event, we unveiled a collection of stellar works from five Seattle artists: Michael Lane, Josh Buesseler, Nicholas Kamuda, Ted Chen, and Eddy Lee.

Aubrie, Morgan, and Buster enjoying the show.

The art opening was a huge success and party goers got a chance to experience each artists’ diverse take on portraits and figure studies - here is just a glimpse of the amazing work:

Astounding works by Michael Lane - view his blog here.

Clockwise from top left: work from Nicholas Kamuda, Eddy Lee, Ted Chen, and Josh Buesseler

You can catch more photos of the amazing show and festivities on the VAIN Flickr page and see the fun captured by the VAIN mirror - which made it’s debut at the event.  The show is still up until November 30th, so be sure to come by before it’s over!

“Turn and Face the Strange” on view through Novemeber 30th at the VAIN gallery adjacent to the salon at our downtown location: 2018 1st Ave, Seattle 206-441-3441

Stylist: Cassie

Works at: Both VAIN Downtown + VAIN Ballard

Specialties: Pretty hair with an edge. Textured medium + long lengths. Creating texture + volume. Dry cuts. Finding the perfect bangs style + length for her clients.

Motto: “Hair doesn’t have to be standard to be pretty!”

Check out Cassie’s full Q and A profile on VAIN.com to learn more about her + about her signature haircuts (hint: the style’s already built in!).

More stylists than ever before are ready to give you a cool new ‘do just in time for the holidays! Here’s our current schedule and list of up-and-coming hairstylists offering $15 haircuts almost everyday of the week!

Sunday- TT (VAIN Downtown)
Monday- TT (VAIN Downtown)
Thursday- William (VAIN Downtown)
Friday- Rebekah (VAIN Downtown)
Saturday- William (VAIN Downtown) and Kate (VAIN Ballard)

Appointments are going fast, call us today to set up your $15 haircut while you can! Did I mention they’re $15?

VAIN Downtown- 206-441-3441
VAIN Ballard- 206-706-2707

In case you weren’t able to come to October’s Ballard Art-Walk, click the image below for a taste of what you missed!

Our friends in Mal de Mer totally rocked the house of VAIN Ballard.

Thanks to Micheal Lee and Kim Kelley for a wonderful performance and thanks to Joe Randazzo for the video!

Yours Truly,
Julie K

VAIN Ballard- 5401 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle 206-706-2707

VAIN stylist Emmett has been getting rave reviews from clients about his Keratin Complex treatment. Long time VAIN client Caryn, who was in town last Summer, shared her recent experience with us:

Emmett works his magic with Keratin Smoothing complex

“Emmett performed the Keratin hair straightening for me early this summer. He was UNBELIEVABLY thorough, painstaking, and patient. On top of that he also managed to work quickly, but at no point did I feel he was rushing or trying to get it over with. I can safely say that not one strand of hair on my head was neglected.

On top: Before; On bottom: The Smooth After

“The results were fabulous - I did not have to blow dry my hair for almost four months (washing it almost every day) and my hair was as straight as I’d ever dreamed of it being. It was also beautifully conditioned (a promise Emmett made that I thought I didn’t care about, but was so happy with later). The procedure is worth every penny - I will be getting this done every summer from now on!”

Wonderful, silky results are waiting for those of you seeking smoother or straighter hair with Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy - Call VAIN to book your free consultation today!

To book an appointment with Emmett or one of our other stylists for Keratin Complex treatment call us Downtown 206-441-3441 or in Ballard 206-706-2707.

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

The fabulous Carinn and Eli Blu during last year’s festivities.

Scarlet and Sam strike a pose.

Welcome all witches, vampires, ghouls and goths!

This Saturday, October 24th marks the 7th year of VAIN’s annual Batcave Day. Our homage to the glorious  days of the old Vogue (Goth/Industrial) nightclub, and celebration of all things dark & lovely.

Hosted this year by former Vogue patron  & Vain staffer DJ Blu.

Come by to enjoy some terrifyingly delicious treats and spooky sounds all day long.

Need to find that last minute piece for your Halloween costume as well? No problem! We have an extensive selection of new wig styles, mustaches,  lashes, makeup and accessories to choose from.  Our team of experts can help you piece together the perfect look.

When shopping in our BOOtique mention “Batcave” at the register and receive 13% off your retail purchase (offer good on Batcave Day only!).

We’ll see you all this Saturday!

VAIN Batcave Day goes from 9am - 9pm this Saturday @ Vain Downtown

Be sure to come out to VAIN this Saturday, October 17th, to celebrate the opening of our new exhibit “Turn & Face the Strange.” The show will be a diverse collection of works by artists Michael Lane, Josh Buesseler, Nicholas Kamuda, Ted Chen, and (new addition) Eddy Lee. It will not only promise to be a feast of beauty and curiosity, but it will also be a chance to examine and self-reflect through the exploration of portraits and human anatomy.

Words aside, here’s a sneak peak of what’s ahead:

Untitled work by Eddy Lee

Opening reception is Saturday October 17th 4pm - 9pm. We’ll have refreshments and tea to keep you warm!

La Rousse will be on our sidewalks from 12pm - 6pm (inside, if it’s raining) featuring new clothing from Slow and Steady Wins the Race and local designers Galah.

Also, be sure to check many of Seattle’s local artists in the open studios above the salon as well as the arrival of Surplus jewelry.

Whew, there’s so much happening! See you there!
xo,
VAIN

“Turn and Face the Strange” Opening reception at VAIN downtown 2018 1st Ave, Seattle 4pm - 9pm. Art on view through November 30th.