Our own Kate Flynn recently sat down with the Habitude’s Blog team and dished on her incredible NYC Fashion Week experience!

How did you end up working at fashion week & what was your inspiration?

            I got the opportunity to do fashion week by attending a Runway Styling class at the Aveda Advanced Academy in New York. After completing the two day class, it certified me to come back three weeks later to work at NY Fashion Week.
 
How was the environment backstage?

            The best way to describe the environment backstage was organized chaos. There are a million things going on around you and so much creative energy and excitement. There is an overwhelming focus that takes over as soon as the first model sits in your chair.

What were your favorite shows you worked?

            I really enjoyed working on the Nautica show, it was my first show at Lincoln Center so it was all very surreal and working with attractive male models is always a plus. The Leighanne Marshall show was probably my favorite style because it was the kind of hair I love doing; textured, feminine with an edge. 

What most do you love about New York?

            I love that New York is a melting pot of different cultures and it is one of the most inspiring places to visit. Not to mention, it’s the best place for food and shopping.

What was the most memorable moment backstage?

            The most memorable moment backstage for me was during the AAU show at Lincoln Center. It was the only time I really felt the stress overcome the team. There were 15 models unaccounted for and we only had 30 minutes until show time. It was time for us to stop thinking and just do the best hair we could. We made it happen with five minutes to spare.

How can guests at home see some of your work or shows from Fashion Week?

            I’m a fan of social networking so I try to post my work on Facebook and Instagram. A great way to see the shows from Fashion Week is through YouTube or following Mercedes Benz Fashion Week on your favorite social networking site.

How has Habitude helped you get to Fashion Week?

Habitude helped me get to Fashion Week by setting up a system that would help me accumulate money in my education fund so that I could have the opportunity to take the Runway Styling class. Also, my amazing co-workers have been an inspiration for me to push myself creatively and take risks.

What’s next for you?

            I would love to do the Advanced Runway Styling class and do fashion week again next February. I see myself getting more involved with freelance opportunities in the area. I hope to continue advancing my knowledge not only within the editorial world but in the world of cutting and coloring.

Habitude and Aveda

Global Cut-A-Thon for Clean Water!

This EARTH DAY, please join Habitude in cooperation with Aveda, in our endeavor to make it into the Guinness Book of World Records. We are aiming high this year! Habitude and other Aveda salons in cities across the globe like Sydney, New York, and London are collectively trying for most money raised for charity by haircuts in a 24 hour period. We are so excited for this opportunity to take part in an event that will bring world wide awareness to Earth Day, and contribute to providing clean water to people across the globe.

This event is one of many fun events that we have planned here at Habitude, in order to contribute to Aveda’s goal of raising $5 million dollars for clean water charities in April 2013.

We are currently signing up guests for $25 haircuts that will  take place at our Fremont location on April 22nd. All proceeds from this event go to Puget Soundkeeper Alliance, who we have partnered with again this year. Their mission is one that is dear to all of our hearts here in the Great Northwest. Puget Sound is an amazingly beautiful body of water, with a wide variety of plant and animal life.

To make your reservation for a chance to be part of this record breaking event, by getting a fantastic haircut from one out our talented volunteer stylists, please call one of our friendly representatives at (206) 782-2898. We look forward to seeing you there! Happy Earth Month!

Aveda Light the Way to Madagascar

Madagascar! A beautiful country and island off the east coast of Africa, abundant in vegetation and wildlife, and the focus of Aveda’s Light the Way candle campaign this year. Aveda has brought us a delightful new scent, that not only smells amazing, but 100% of the proceeds go to benefit the Global Greengrants Fund. By purchasing this candle for $12 you are supporting communities in Madagascar, and all over the world, in endeavors to deliver and create clean water.

With these candles, Aveda is also encouraging environmental farming practices by using essential oils that are 100% derived from organic ingredients, and clean burning soy wax.

The packaging this year is adorned with adorable pictures, drawn by children from the village of Ampasimanjeva in Madagascar, and as always come in a container made 100% out of reclaimed glass drinking containers. These candles are a wonderful journey into the senses, featuring vanilla, cinnamon and ylang ylang aromas; they are a great way to contribute to the cause this Earth Month 2013!

Concen-straight

Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment smooths hair for manageability and frizz reduction for up to 30 shampoos. Concen-straight was created to let you style your hair straight-as-you-like. Once you’ve gotten the smoothing  treatment, it’s up to you how straight you’d like to style your hair. Here are four recommended techniques:

• - Flat iron for pin-straight looks
• - Blow-drying is best for straight looks with body and movement
• - Curling irons create smooth shapes
• - Air-drying (without heat) reveals your natural – yet more manageable – texture

Brazilian blowout

Brazilian hair straightening treatments eliminate frizz, straighten the hair and lasts about three months. These treatments are performed on all types of chemically-treated (bleached, hi-lights, colored, permed, relaxed or previously straightened) and virgin hair. This treatment aims to straighten curls and waves and to reduce frizz. The treatments do not guarantee completely straight hair, however it can reduce between 50%-80% of the curl depending on the original hair texture. 

Aveda Thermal Straightener

In essence, the Aveda thermal hair straightening system, like other forms of hair straightening, works by chemically altering the structure of hair that is oftentimes course and or of kinky structure. Thermal hair straightening works by first relaxing the hair,  then straightening it with a flat iron. Thermal hair straightening usually lasts anywhere from 6 to 8 months before the process will need to be repeated.

Aphrodisiac comes from the name of the Greek goddess of love; Aphrodite. Throughout history, many foods and drinks have had a reputation for making love and attraction more pleasurable. Studies show that incorporating essential oils help relax, invigorate and stimulate those same “Feel Good” endorphins to send you in the state of bliss!

At Habitude Salon and Spa, we are customizing your love this valentines day with our Aveda personal blends that will send your love into overdrive!

1- Vanilla
Like the smell of chocolate, vanilla has a sweet, welcoming scent. Its odor increases sexual stimulation in both men and women. So the next time you’re ready to get sexual with your girl, invest in a vanilla candle or burn some oil to set the mood.

2- Patchouli
Patchouli has received much positive press in recent years, all thanks to its ability to make people horny. Okay, maybe not, but it does smell awesome. Experts believe that it awakens and provokes sexual energy and every little bit helps, so experience the scent via incense sticks. Burn one today.

3- Peppermint
Ah, that minty fresh scent. Peppermint is believed to help you stay awake, alert and energized; that’s always a good thing when it comes to sex. This might also encourage your girl to try something new in the bedroom. You can opt to emit the scent via a candle, incense or oil.

4- Ylang Ylang
Have you ever smelled ylang ylang? It really does smell like sex is about to take place. So if you’re in the mood for some erotic sex, burn some oil or buy some room spray. But be careful; this fresh scent is known to encourage verbal communication.

5- Jasmine
With its subtle scent, jasmine has the ability to open the other senses to new experiences. If you want to seduce her, use jasmine in an oil or incense.

Our very own BLOGGER extrordinaire  Amanda Parton

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