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Perfect Wedding Hair – for You, That Is

June 19, 2014 10:45 am /

Chunny 4Decisions, decisions, decisions. Preparing for the wedding of your dreams, whether it is simple or lavish, requires so many decisions. The ones that are captured on film that you will look back on in years to come can be some of the most difficult to make. So, let’s make this one a little easier.

Several things factor into your choice of hairstyle for your wedding. First, are you planning a formal wedding in a church or do you prefer a more casual wedding on a Hawaii beach? Is your dress extravagant or simple? Starting from there and then narrowing down the hair style makes the decision easier.

The next step in the decision making process is simple: structured or unstructured. When you look back on your photos do you want to see every hair perfectly in place or do you want to be able to see the wind blowing it whether it’s across your chest or even in your face?

Once you’ve made these basic decisions, you can work with your hair stylist to design the right style for you. A trial run a month before the wedding helps to bring that perfect look more into focus. Book your trial session when you feel ready with sample hairstyles photos, veil and/or hair embellishments. See our Pinterest boards for inspiration to help you choose the perfect style.

And, above all, don’t be afraid to speak up while your hair stylist is designing on wedding day. At Beauty by Tania, we always do your bridal hairstyle in front of a mirror so that each bride can watch it evolve and make changes in a timely manner. We are there to help you and work with you to have your dream bridal hairstyle. Happy styling!

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How do you Prep for a Trial Session

November 1, 2013 1:30 am /
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Each eye is a different color

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Brown Shadow with a Contour eye on LEFT and Maroon Shadow with a Contour eye on RIGHT

Brides want to come to the trial session armed with pictures of a hairstyles and makeup preferences, hair embellishments like the veil, flowers, and hair clips etc.  It may be a good idea to bring your favorite eye shadow colors, those you feel comfortable in for a day wedding or evening wedding.

In order to save you time and fustration, don’t be afraid to tell your stylist what you “don’t” like from the beginning.  Throughout the trial session, evaluate what you like and how far you want to take the bridal look from natural to a glamour look. Remember it’s a trial session so have fun in the process and you can always make minor changes on the wedding day.

See www.beautybytania.com and click on the pinterest account, it can be very helpful.

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50 Shades of White

October 3, 2013 8:16 pm /

weekly-deal-wedding-dressThere are so many options when it come to picking the style of the bridal dress but what about the shade of white.   Traditionally, Brides wore only white for their first wedding. Now brides are wearing any shade of white that appeals to them and their skin tone.  Here are a few guidelines as seen in The Knot Fall 2013 magazine.

Dark skin can wear stark white or almost any shade

Medium with olive tone skin can wear champagne and diamond white

medium with yellow tone skin can wear off-white or creamy ivory

fair and pink-toned skin can wear ivory

When trying on your dress consider the lighting in the bridal salon and your own makeup application. You may want to pull up your hair to consider different hairstyles like all up,  half up and down or all down.  Veils can complement the dress for the ceremony but removed for the reception.

As seen in The Knot Magazine Fall 2013, page 390.

 

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When is your bridal look a Fad

September 19, 2013 5:28 pm /

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A bridal look is a very personal thing and many brides enjoy getting pampered with makeup application and hairstyling.  On the other hand, which bridal look to choose may be a daunting task for some.  So I’ve listed some questions to ask yourself when working with your stylist.

1.  Is the makeup and hair timeless and appropriate to the dress style, venue and theme.  Remember you’ll have to look back at these photos and show them to your children and grandchildren.

2.  Is the look a trend that will come and go quickly.

3.  Is the hairstyle complementing your facial shape.

4.  Is the eyeshadow color and application, your personal style or a fashion look.

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When starting the Bridal Beauty Process

September 6, 2013 8:46 am / Leave a Comment /
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radiant skin and healthy toned shoulders

When starting the bridal beauty process, it is a good idea to look in the mirror and see what needs to be enhanced and what may need a little camouflague.  Longer hair is easier with most bridal up do’s, so you might consider growing your hair out starting today.  This should be followed by a trip to your hairstylist to discuss whether highlights, lowlights, treatments and a light trim are needed.  Next, the texture of your skin is obviously very important on your wedding day.  Begin by getting facials once a month at least 3 months before your wedding, this will help the makeup go on smoothly and last longer.  Check out bridal and fashion magazines, Pinterest and the Knot to find the latest bridal looks appropriate for you and your wedding venue.  Book your trial session about 1 to 3 months before your wedding, to ensure the look is perfect for you.  Make a realistic fitness plan and work out with a buddy to help keep you on track.  The two areas of your body to pay close attention to when wearing your wedding dress are your shoulders and abdominals.

That’s it for now.  Remember to enjoy the journey, not just the destination.

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What is a bride’s day suppose to look like?

July 20, 2013 3:32 am / 1 Comment /

I am writing this entry because I had an amazing experience while styling a bridal party today at the Halekulani Hotel in Waikiki.  As I styled the brides and bridesmaids, I listened to the stories and memories shared by the aunty and cousins about their grandparents and other family members.  The aunty was hilarious, reminding the girls about the lives, habits and even sayings of their grandparents and relatives.  As I listened and laughed inside, I thought about memories of my own childhood.  I felt like I really understood the connection between the members of this family.  The experience was like watching an old film about my bride and her cousins growing up on the North Shore of Oahu playing and hanging out with their grandparents, aunties and cousins.  It’s funny how some experiences, even simple ones, can leave a lasting impression on you.  I was reminded that friends and family are with you every step of the way, in person and in spirit, preparing you for your wedding day.

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Hawaii Wedding Destination Found

February 18, 2013 1:45 am /

destination wddingMy brides from all over the world choose Oahu as their wedding destination for good reason.

For over 15 years, I’ve met brides from Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia and even Russia.  On an average, I will have styled at least 3 brides a week from another country and they all have one thing is common.

They’ve chosen Oahu as their destination wedding for the convenience and beauty that the Hawaiian islands has to offer.  It’s a service-oriented island which most people find out that they can book anything and everything their heart desires, yes, even a small or large wedding.   The  island’s magic are constantly being captured  in the hearts and the photos of the bridal party.  Plus,  everyone wants a beautiful backdrop of a perfect wave, waterfall or beaches of the islands.

That’s were I come in, I know most destination wedding spots and offer suggestions on bridal makeup and hairstyles conducive to  time of day, lighting, location and weather conditions.  All the while, keeping in mind the bride’s comfort level; in order to  meet her goals.  My destination brides are always relaxed and come armed with lots of sunscreen to avoid any skin problems.  So if being ” in the moment” and enjoying your wedding with spectacular photos is something you long for check out Hawaii as your destination to say “I do”.

 

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2013 Pick – The Knot Best of Weddings

January 31, 2013 5:11 am /

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Mahalo to all of our brides who have left such lovely reviews for us on TheKnot.com! You were instrumental in our being named the 2013 Pick for The Knot Best of Weddings for Make-up Artists and Hair Styling in Hawaii! We love being a part of that special day for each and every one of our brides – those that live here in Hawaii and those who visit and choose Hawaii as the destination for their special day. We will continue to strive to bring you the best beauty tips, ideas, education and yes, help, for your every day make-up and your special day. Beauty glows from within and what we do on the outside brings just a little bit of extra confidence that sparkles.

Thank you again for your support and help in this special achievement!

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Classic Trendsetting Hairstyle

January 20, 2013 1:04 am /

Pink PlumeriaSo this is the last of the 3 Do it Yourself Hairstyles for the season.  I thought pretty hard on this one because I wanted you to trust in yourself and feel good about something new and trendy but also feel confident with a hairstyle that we all wear perhaps too often out of sheer convenience. Well, it’s the good old ponytail with the trendy braid.  Wear it high, at the top of the crown, in the middle back of the head or low at the nape of the neck.  Whichever you choose,  for whatever occasion, it’s yours…now let’s make it trendy, fun and new.  First, make a horizontal part down each side of the head, going downwards, behind the ear. Braid or french braid each strand along side the face and rubberband the ends.  Secondly,  grab the rest of the hair and ponytail it high, medium or low behind the head, to your preference.  Lastly, grab both braids on each side of your face and wrap each braid around the ponytail’s rubberband and pin to secure the ends.  So you short haired girls are probably frowning by now.  Well, don’t worry, this is what you can do if you have a bob length haircut…make the 2 braids on each side of your face keeping the braid close to the face, rubberband both braided ends and tuck the braid behind the ear and pin it underneath the hair.

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So Formal, So Easy!

December 29, 2012 5:33 am /

As promised this is my second easy, formal look that any girl can whip up with a a rubberband and a few bobby pins.  First, make a part hair on one side of your head and grab all your hair to the opposite side and make a low ponytail behind ear.  For a youthful, trendy look, curl the ends with a 1″ curling iron and wrap a small strand of hair around the ponytail and use a bobby pins to secure the end.

From here, if you’re hoping to achieve a more elegant and sophisticated look, grab a small strand and curl it around your finger and place it close the base of the ponytail to make a small barrel-size curl and bobby pin the curl close to the ponytail. You may continue to use this same technique, placing the curls around the ponytail so that the base of the ponytail is hidden by the curls. Now hairspray it in place and add your favorite hair jewel/pin or flower near the top and front of the curls. Voila!

 

 

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