15 Minutes with Meghan featuring Danielle

Get To Know...

With a strong sense of family and self, 

there isn't anything she can't accomplish when her mind is set. 

Her talents for anything related to hair far exceeded any of her initial expectations 

when she first started learning the trade.  

A native of Philadelphia, 

Danielle is both book smart and street smart with her larger then life personality and curls.

Yet behind the lavish locks, 

the stylist of more then 10 years opens up and peels back another layer.

Meg: Hello featured stylist!

Danielle: "Oh God, hello!"...(laughs)

M: You ready?

D: "So ready!"

M: When did you know you wanted to be a stylist?

D: "When I was seventeen years old I wanted to give it a try. Why did I want to stay a stylist is the real question! Who knows why you want to do anything when your seventeen?"

M: What inspires you?

D: "Life in general. Everything. I think that's what keeps you going! Change keeps me motivated."

M: Who is your biggest role model?

D: "In life, my parents. They never steered me wrong."

M: Favorite time period?

D: "I'd have to say the 70's. The platforms, fringe, I just love everything about it!"

M: Favorite fashion trend?

D: "I absolutely love cowboy boots! And liquid eyeliner!"

M: Least favorite fashion trend?

D: "There's so many...(laughs) But in all honesty I hate when the look doesn't fit the person. Trying to be somebody you're not is just irritating."

M: Favorite hair trend?

D: "Fringe of any kind! I save it last, just like dessert!"

M: Least favorite hair trend?

D: "Highlights to camouflage greys...makes no sense. Oh and shoulder length too! It's all or nothing!"

M: Favorite Bumble and Bumble product?

D: "Does It All! Hands down the best hairspray ever created!"

M: What are 3 words you would use to describe yourself?

D: "This is so hard to think of these things but if I had to say anything, I think  I'm pretty compassionate, a little mischievous (giggles) and passionate!

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Behind The Scenes...


Some people only dream about being a model.
Striking a pose in front of a fantastic photographer.
Only hoping to live up to the careers of Iman, Gisele and David Beckham...
Well this was the chance to do it! The Crimson squad was able to have their dreams of modeling become a reality when we scheduled a photo shoot at Franklin Square Park in Philadelphia. We were each responsible for up to two models. Styling, make up, and hair were all apart of the responsibilities to get their models ready, including themselves. We had a rare chance to see what it was like behind and in front of the camera lens. It was a dream come to true for us and I can genuinely say that. It's not every day when you can. STRIKE a pose...and be a cover girl ;)

 

work, turn to the left

work, now turn to the right

work, sashay shante 

xoxo

15 Minutes with Meghan featuring Jen

You Think You Know But You Have No Idea

Being the owner of the fabulous Crimson Hair Studio, she is one busy lady, let me tell you!
Many may know her.
They may know her because of her endless talents. They may know her because of her positive and outgoing personality.
But do you really know her? Here is an inside look to getting to know the real Jen. 

Meg: When did you know you wanted to be a stylist?

Jen: "When I was 5, my hairstylist gave me Dorothy Hammel's haircut and had me be her hair model. I got to meet Ray Murray and Nancy Glass of Evening Magazine. Very proud moment!" (she laughs...)

M: What inspires you?

J: "Music and fashion."

M: Who is your biggest role model? 

J: "Vidal Sassoon and Oribe. Past and present. Both are icons in the hair world. The styles I recreate everyday revolve around their trends."

M: Favorite time period?

J: "80's of course!"

M: Favorite fashion trend?

J: "Anything asymmetrical."

M: Least favorite fashion trend?

J: "Capri pants!" 

M: Favorite hair trend?

J: "Bridget Bardot Bangs"

M: Least favorite hair trend?

J: "Bangs cropped at the hairline."

M: Favorite Bumble & Bumble product?

J: "Oh, the Styling Balm by far!"

M: What are 3 words you would use to describe yourself?

J: "Man, this is a tough one."

M: Why?

J: "I'm not too sure (she laughs) ... Hmm, patient, compassionate..."

M: I think you're funny!

J: "I was JUST gonna say that!...Funny!"

Feather Light Summer Make-Up!

We are all well aware that summer is here and mother nature isn't letting up quite yet. However, just because it's a little on the hot and humid side doesn't mean you can't wear make-up and continue to look fresh but have it feel light. Here are a couple ideas for you to use if you're willing to switch up your normal make up route for a quick short cut!

1st - You may want to consider trading your usual liquid or powder foundation for something light! We are fans of tinted moisturizer and bb cream! It'll feel as light as a feather.

2nd - A favorite amongst the Crimson Ladies is bronzer! Be easy on the applications ladies! It is very easy to go overboard with this so please use a light hand. As far as applying, think about the places that the sun hits naturally. Dust some on your checks, forehead, nose and a little on your chin. Think natural.

3rd - Next comes blush! A wash of a peachy-coral will lighten up your appearance and give you a glow from within. Usually, we'd recommend a cream but that doesn't always fit everyone's skin types. So here are our picks for those from dry to oily skin concerns.

*Cream

*Powder

*Mineral Powder

4th - Now when it comes to the eyes, you can either leave the lid bare or feel free to use your bronzer or blush for an eye shadow; the gold in the bronzer has the ability to awaken the tired eye! It'll look absolutely beautiful and fresh. Now for eyeliner...we have mixed views. Some of the ladies like eyeliner and are faithful to wearing it while others can do without. We like this eyeliner for the top lid. It'll make your top lash line seem fuller and it can also hide any mistakes one may make when applying the mascara!

5th - Last but not lips ;) Some may be a fan of gloss or lipstick but during the summer, low maintenance is a must! That's why we are fans of a lip stain! Just a note - make sure you exfoliate your lips a head of time so get rid of anything chapped and just remember a little goes a long way. It also dries fast so work quickly! For those who like shiny lips, you can always dab some clear gloss on top!

We hope you enjoy these little make up tips from our beauty closet to yours :)