No Switcheroos ! You Receive The Stylist You Choose

There are business decisions for the good of the business as well as the client + then there are business decisions that are good for the business but may not be best for the client. We believe in the former. To us at The Stylist Abroad we firmly believe in delivering extrordinary services that have you needs + best interest at the core of everything. I hope this has provided some enlightening, behind-the-curtain information as you navigate the planning process. And remember here at The Stylist Abroad there are no switcheroos.

Ways to Add Dimension to Your Hair

Dimension in relation to hair is creating depth within the hair so it appears to have multiple layers versus being flat. So why does that matter? Dimension will make every twist, curl, shape & braid POP. Dimensional hair will have more movement than non-dimensional hair even if the styles are identical. There are 4 main ways to create dimension with varying degrees of impact & aesthetic. We’ll go over those along with what your options are if not of these options seem appealing.

2023 in Review

I know it’s already into the first week of January so maybe this is a bit delayed but who doesn’t love a review? It just seems to capsulate all the feel goods of the season, all the accomplishments, puts everything in perspective and almost gives a marker for further growth. So we’ve compiled our year and not just for the analytical people with stats but also noticing trends. Ready? Here we go!

Constructing Your Perfect Wedding Day Beauty Timeline

Keeping all these thing in mind & you’ll be set for a perfect day. Ultimately listen to the guidance of your artist. They are the pro & you hired them for a reason. Don’t try to rush or squeeze & instead the method behind their time. Confused or curious? Ask questions! We’re more than happy to shine a light.

A Look Behind the Veil : Interview with Alisha of One Blushing Bride

Whether you’re team veil or a bit skeptical you thrilled to hear from veil designer Alisha of One Blushing Bride. Her designs are incredible bringing a whole new meaning to what a veil can look like. She was gracious enough to do an interview with us. Enjoy our read:

Wedding Recap: Tennessee Rive Valley 5/28-6/11

So as the past few weeks have been so busy & wedding season full force is upon us today that the priority of blogging has slipped our minds a bit would be a wee bit of an understatement but you deserve the deets! That being said it’d would just be SO much to put them all into 1 big post. Instead we’ve decided to split them up by DC/MD/ VA and the Tennessee River Valley. This is theTennessee Rive Valley recap. Read the DMV one HERE.

Day in the Life: Office Day

So is our “office day” what you expected? Each day is a bit different & we love that but perhaps this gives a bit of a peak behind the curtain as to what it takes to make this company thrive.

Let's Talk : Do I NEED Hair Extensions

There’s nothing wrong with trying a style first without extensions but if it’s not as full, long, detailed or dimensional as the photo or what you’d like don’t automatically blame the stylist. Discuss your options. I think of designing a hairstyle as a collaborative effort as we navigate from point A to point B. Not everyone is going to take the same route & some routes aren’t made for you. That’s ok! Have the discussion to see what route will get you where you want to go.

The Art of Creating Day of Beauty Timeline

Everyone wants a smooth, relaxing morning that runs seamlessly but often times we hear more about the chaos, rushing & stress. Now not to point fingers but for the most part - this is ENTIRELY avoidable. With proper preparation; which really resides within the timeline & sticking to it. So how’s a timeline designed to ensure calm?

MUST Ask Questions Before Booking Your Beauty Pro

Finding the “right” beauty pro can be a daunting task. There’s so many options & so much talent. Not to mention there are some logistical things that are important but you may not even realize. It can be stressful to say later “ I wish I would have known x, y, z”. Wouldn’t it be nice to know ahead of time? We got you! Here are your MUST ask questions before you book.

Book Your Bridal Beauty Team - A Timeline & Guide

This is most likely all very new to you & that’s A-OK. While with many vendors you can experience their work in action prior to booking that’s not always the case with bridal beauty especially if you’re booking further out. It can be a bit of a leap of faith but here’s to helping it be less of a leap & more of a calculated jump.

Celebrating Uniqueness & Breaking the Bridal Industry Aesthetic

You are beautiful. Say it again. You are gorgeous. Say it as many times as you need. Whether that’s daily or multiple times a day I want you to believe it. The wedding industry as a whole produces the same (or very similar) content over & over again. Maybe there’s a slight twist but so often at the center of it all it is saturated in tradition & aesthetic that has been repeated for decades.

Connections & Creations

We’ve settled in at our new home base in Huntsville, AL. The studio is set, couples have been booked & we’ve officially participated in our first styled shoot! It’s so exciting not only because styled shoots are great in general & the theme was stunning but it was an amazing opportunity to work with so many talented vendors.

Published in The Loudon Times - Mirror

Finding out we were published always makes me a bit giddy. There’s just something that makes me smile as you see your work in this very official presentation for everyone to see. Like a little paper pat on the shoulder. But ya know what? While I love the big names I equally love the local little guys!

Covid-19 & You

Covid-19 (coronavirus) is a nasty virus you may have heard of that is sweeping the world and needs to be taken seriously. We are doing everything we can to make this time more stable, less scary and of course keeping your safety and joy at the forefront.