Now trough March 15, 2014 enter for your chance to win 2 tubes of Indique Hair! All you have to do is create a picture collage and share your natural hair story with us, post it to Instagram, Twitter or Facebook, Tag Us, and use the hashtag #ItsNatural!
Top 3 Ways to Revamp Your Work Style
Dressing for the office can become pretty routine with limited fashion choices deemed appropriate. We've got you covered, try these simple three tips to help ensure you "WERK" at work:
1) Turn business edgy by pairing wide leg trousers with a cropped leather jacket.
2)Pair your traditional trousers with prints on top. For example mix a patterned blazer with a floral chiffon top.
3)Make simple Chic: simply add a sleek, lightweight coat to a tee and a slim pencil skirt which makes for instant glam!
Stay Active!
To experience the most enjoyable life possible, it is important that we stay active. One of the best and most efficient ways of doing this is by running. Many times, however, we avoid running because we don’t want the sweat to interfere with our hair. You don’t have to sacrifice style for fitness! Pull your hair back in a pony tail during exercise to keep salt in your sweat from depositing and drying out your style. After you shower and are dry, let you hair down and allow any moisture to evaporate. Most importantly, wash your hair to remove any build up that you may have obtained during the week!
Perfect Vacation Hair
If this winter weather has you in a funk, it might be time to book a vacation. The hot sun, cool breeze and effortless wash and go styles are all just a flight away. Here are a few tropical destinations and hair that will be perfect to wear on your well deserved vacation.
1. Barbados
When we think about Barbados we think about fun festivals, the pretty blue Caribbean sea and white sand. This is the perfect place to unwind. Wear something big, beautiful and bold like our BOUNCE Deep Wave hair. It has the perfect curl pattern. You can go to the beach and leave with the same curls you came with. Fluff it out when it dries for that big hair look that we love so much.
2.Bali
You can spend your time snorkeling and seeing all of the beautiful sea life or spend your time on land in front of the volcanoes (it's a sight to see). Sea Tahitian Curl will work well in Bali. No need to pack the curling irons and flat irons. Wear this wavy hair throughout your vacation. After snorkeling you'll look like a beautiful mermaid parading out of the sea.
3. Maldives
Enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Indian Ocean, have some fun doing water sports or go on an excursion. Whatever you do, wear your Pure Curly hair. The tighter curls are perfect to wear for your water activities during the day and easy to straighten for a late night stroll on the beach and dinner with a few friends.
Check our Chicago Featured Stylist Starr Knight!
Starr Project Studio:
Our mission is to empower clients by providing the highest level of service and exceeding expectations. We add value to our services, delivering a customized personal experience that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Starr Knight is the combination of relentless energy, passion, and artistic expression. Believing in her vision to create a space that reaffirms the inner beauty of all women, The Starr Project Studio was created; A place where the essence of each woman is reflected in a truly unique personal hairstyling experience.
She is an accomplished and highly sought after celebrity stylist who specializes in Natural Hair & Premium Extensions while maintaining the integrity of client’s natural hair. She studied at the world renowned Pivot-Point International.
List of international and national venues worked includes:
• Soft Sheen Carson My Style, My Way Tour (2009)
• Her Crown and Glory Charity Event (2009) with celebrity stylist, Nicole Mangrum
• New York Fashion Week (Costello Fashion Show Fall 2013)
• Oxygen Channel Bad Girls Club Chicago Season 12 (2013-2014) styled Loren & Blu
Starr’s Specialties:
Installations, Cutting, Bobs and Natural Hair Care
Starr’s Motto:
"Your inner star can be achieved when the impossible is challenged."
Favorite Indique Product:
Starr loves Deep Wave from the BOUNCE Collection.
Celebrity Hair Icon:
Ursula Stephen, Kiyah Wright and Oscar James
Contact Info:
tel.: 773.454.1065
Spruce it up, Clip it in!
Indique carries an extensive Studio Collection of clip-in hair extensions. We offer different textures, colors and methods to apply clip-in hair. A lot of women are not familiar with clip-ins and tend to stray away from them because they are afraid of the unknown. Here are a few reasons why clip-ins are a must have in every woman’s repertoire:
· Clip-ins are a quick, easy, do-it-yourself way to add length and volume to your hair.
· They are VERY secure and will never slide out of your hair. They clamp down onto your hair making it impossible to be removed unless they are unclipped.
· Clip-ins are easy to apply and can be customized to blend seamlessly with your natural hair or your current install! Yes, you can add clip-ins to your hair extensions to add more volume or length! Have your stylist custom color, cut and shape your clip ins for a seamless blend.
· Want to add some color to your look without dying your hair? Clip in colored extensions will help you get the look that you desire without having the harmful chemical processes done to your own hair.
· Make your own clip ins! Yes! Sometimes, you may need a texture that isn’t available in clip ins. Our Bounce Coil Curl or Organic Curl can be added into your natural hair to give it more fullness and volume. What better way to apply them then with clip ins?!
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun! (Brooklyn)
Are you looking for a way to wind down after your long, hard day at work. Join AllThingsSass.com and Fun With Friends NYC tonight from 6pm -12am at 739 Franklin Ave. Bar and Lounge! Enjoy free manicures, massages, cupcakes and Sass bags!! Don’t miss out on an opportunity to network, have fun and most of all be SASSY!
Meet Us at IBS!
Star Studded Hair
Visit our Chicago boutique this month to get a referral to our amazing Featured Partner Stylist Starr Knight. Starr is a celebrity hairstylist that specializes in extension installations, natural hair care and hair cutting. She has done hair for New York Fashion Week runway shows, reality television personalities and our very own Indique staff members. Ms.Knight studied at the world renowned Pivot-Point International and has also been mentored by, Michelle Obama's hairstylist, Nicole Mangrum. Starr Knight will give you a Starr* studded look all while caring for your natural hair and maintaining a high level of professionalism.
Visit Starr's Website to see her work: www.styleseat.com/starrknight
Philly Wine Week
Looking for something to do this weekend in Philly? Philly Wine weeks kicks off on Sunday March 29th with a variety of wine bars participating in this 8 day event. Who needs a better reason to grab a load of friends and hang out in the city? Check the www.phillywineweek.org for more details.
March Product of the Month- Organic Curl 14"
ShowMe Makeup
Get ready to be WOWED! Meet Shonagh Scott. This UK based professional Makeup Artist completely redefines her title. She has been in the industry for over 10 years and specialized in creative makeup looks. Using an array of media and techniques, she transforms her canvas in ways unimaginable!
Nicole Garner & Shanti Das Present... Candid Conversations with Female Entrepreneurs!
Candid Conversations with Female Entrepreneurs returns 2/26/14 at Indique Atlanta!
Indique February Recap!
February has been very exciting so far at Indique! It has been filled with events, style sessions, giveaways and more. If you've been missing the fun, catch up here and remember that there is more to come!
V-Day Prep at Indique Atlanta
V-Day Prep at Indique Houston
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Coming Up:
Chanel Iman for Sports Illustrated 50th Anniversary
Sports Illustrated just revealed their new cover for their 50th anniversary and who was the lucky model to be featured? None other than the beautiful Chanel Iman! She gave the world a behind the scenes look at her on location shoot in Madagascar via her Instagram. Take a look at her photos below!
Benefits of a Beauty Blender
Are you looking for a makeup applicator that will leave you looking flawless and fabulous? The Beauty Blender is an excellent product. It is a non-dispensable sponge that allows you to flawlessly apply your makeup. This product is designed to be eco-friendly and comes with a pamphlet so that you can quickly master your application technique. Five Benefits of using a beauty blender:
1. It is extremely versatile. You are able to use just one sponge for any type of makeup such as concealer, highlighting under the eyes, loose powder etc.
2. The blender is reusable. It offers the opportunity to wash after use with the cleanser that should be provided in packaging.
3. It is sure to give you a natural and flawless look.
4. When wet it doubles in size and will return to its original size when it is dry.
5. It lasts up to three to six months if cared for properly.
This is such a fantastic sponge and is used on many celebrities. The blender is a fresh applicator that does not provide a cakey look and makes doing makeup fun.This product can be purchased at your local retailer.
Keyshia Cole for Madden!
Singer Keyshia Cole will collaborate with shoe designer Steve Madden again to produce a new collection this Spring. The black strappy sandals and mini black Moschino dress complement the big curly hair she's flaunting. Try our Pure Curly hair to achieve this voluminous look.
Love Your Locks
Ladies never forget to tend to your natural precious locks underneath your hair extensions. Philadelphia’s partner stylist Zina Johnson, is great at maintaining her clients natural hair underneath their weave. The pictures below are of one of Zina’s clients wearing our pure curly hair for 4 months and when her hair was uninstalled, her natural hair was just as fabulous thanks to Zina! Don’t forget that getting a sew in weave is an excellent protective hair style. Use it to your full advantage and take care of your hair so that it can thrive when your weave comes out! If you are located in the Philadelphia area, visit Zina at her salon Hair 4 U located on south street.