253 Tuesday!!!

It's 253 Tuesday!!! Each Tuesday tune in to catch our 253 special!!

Today!! Get your brow art done for $2.53!! That's right $2.53 for a brow wax!! Call in now to take advantage of this great deal!!


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Pop on down to Tollefson Plaza and check out Two Five Trees. Stay tuned for announcements regarding Two Five Tree related happenings; from marshmallow roasting to carolers!! What better way to get into the Christmas spirit!!

Last Minute Holiday Hook Ups!!!

Trying to figure out what the heck to do with your hair for the holiday? Let us do it for you!! We've got a few 45 min slots open and one space for color for some last minute holiday hair hook ups!! $5 off for men's cuts & $10 off for women cuts!! 253.752.8144 Call now before you miss this opportunity!!

Holiday Savings at Embellish!!

First and foremost, we hope that you all are keeping warm, staying safe and building snowmen if you have the amount of snow possible to do so!!

We're assuming that despite all of this CRAZY weather, there will be some hard core shopping going on this weekend. As a result, we're keeping the tradition of taking the day to do some shopping ourselves. The salon will be closed Thursday for the holiday and also on Friday so that your favorite Daymakers can gallivant around to local shops and take advantage of all of the local Black Friday savings as well.

With that said, we couldn't possibly pass up an opportunity to offer our favorite peeps an opportunity to save this weekend as well. As a gift to you we'd like to extend the opportunity for you to give the gift of an Embellish-ment at a price that's hard to pass up. This Saturday only, purchase a gift certificate and receive 20% off. For example, purchase a gift certificate with the value of $100 and only pay $80!! What a great deal!!

We'll be open from 11am to 5pm so if weather and budgets permit, make your way down to Embellish for this awesome gift buying opportunity!!

In other savings news....

Next week we'll be launching a new savings opportunity!! Keep your eyes pealed for more info on 253 Tuesdays!!

Winter Trends from Behind the Chair

Top Hair Trends for Winter and How to Get Them

By: Angie Manson

Winter hair is particularly challenging. Even though your clients will be bundled up in knit caps, warm scarves and wool coats, they’ll rely on you to create looks that are not only on-trend and fresh, but can hold up to all of those strand-stressing cold-weather layers. Here, top celebrity and editorial stylists break down all the top cut and color trends for winter, plus tips on how to get each look.

What’s Hot: Heavily layered hair, cut to encourage the natural wave, falling just below the collar bone with heavy, chunky bangs

Says who?: Louis Angelo, celebrity stylist, Garren New York and Judy Casey Inc.

You’ve probably seen it on: Denmark model model Freja Beha Erichsen

“Freja Beha Erichsen undisputedly has the most requested, most talked-about hairstyle this season,” says Louis. “What makes this style so refreshing is the length (just above the shoulders) as well as the fringe and natural texture working together. Finally, a style that embraces waves rather than fighting them!” But beware! The look is not for everybody, especially clients who don’t look good with, or aren’t willing to maintain, a heavy fringe.

How to get it: “The most important, key point of this look is to make sure your client has some sort of natural texture,” advises Louis. He says to create a layered cut to encourage natural waves, then enhance them by applying René Furterer Volumea Volumizing Foam to wet hair and blow-drying with a diffuser attachment.

The trend: Rich, lustrous brunette color with natural-looking highlights

According to: Marco Pelusi, celebrity colorist, Marco Pelusi Hair Studio, West Hollywood

As seen on: Model/Actress Carol Alt

“This season is all about ‘easy-does-it’ hair,” says Marco. “A natural, rich brunette with subtle highlights placed off the scalp is right on for winter.” For styling, Marco says that less is more.

Get the look: Grab your large curling irons, folks! Wind large sections of hair around the barrel then break up the curls with your fingers to create flow-y, natural-looking waves. And don’t skimp on the conditioner. “Remind your clients to use a daily leave-in conditioner like Marco™ Color Anti-Frizz Leave-In Conditioner,” he says. “And make sure you offer a deep-conditioning treatment to every client in your chair!”

Trend alert: Full, sexy, free hair—no matter what length—colored in warm tones

Who loves it: Frank Barbosa, celebrity stylist, Frank Antonio Hair and Makeup, Newport, RI

You’ve seen it on: Anne Hathaway in Love and Other Drugs (the long version) and on Abbie Cornish (the short version)

“Hair definitely becomes a gorgeous winter accessory if it’s worn full and sexy under our scarves and hats,” says Frank. “I think we’ll see a lot of big, wintry hair in warm tones to keep us hot under the collar!”

Recreate the trend: For Anne’s style, Frank recommends blow-drying René Furterer Vegetal Sculpting Gel into the hair. Next, wrap hair around a 1-inch curling iron and a ½-inch curling iron, alternating sizes as you move around the head. Make sure you don’t curl the ends! Shake out the curls and it’s ready to be topped off with an adorable knit cap. For Abbie’s full, mid-length bob, blow-dry hair using a round brush and upward movements. “Downward movements will flatten the hair too much,” notes Frank. Allow each section to cool on the brush after heating to lock in the style.



The trend: Short hair and high buns

Who loves it: Jacqueline Bush, celebrity stylist, Exclusive Artists Management

You’ve seen these looks on: Ashlee Simpson, Emma Watson and Janet Jackson (short hair) and Jessica Alba and Sienna Miller (high bun)

“I love Emma’s adorable pixie, Janet’s new short hair and Ashlee’s fresh ‘do,” says Jacqueline. “And the high bun is a great styling option for women with long hair.”

Tips for recreating: The best short cuts are done with a razored texture, and each of these short cuts have round layering. Don’t forget to texturize heavily. “That makes the difference between fresh and modern and ‘soccer mom,’” says Jacqueline. The high bun works best on long hair. First, prep wet strands with René Furterer Vegetal Sculpting Gel then blow dry for volume and bounce. Create a center part then tease the hair at the crown. Leaving a few pieces out around the face, brush hair up into a high ponytail. “It’s okay if the ponytail is not perfect,” she notes. “A slightly undone finish is what makes the look more modern.” The trick to the look is to pin a hair extension “doughnut” at the base of the pony then wrap the pony around the doughnut and pin for added volume and shape. Finish with a small bit of shine pomade and holding spray.

What’s hot for winter: Shiny hair, sleek bobs, and long wavy styles

Cases in point: Christina Ricci, Megan Fox, Uma Thurman

Says who?: Creighton Bowman, celebrity stylist, Exclusive Artists Management

“I find we don't go with any one style these days,” says Creighton. “We change the style and texture with each new season.” Christina is a great example of a celebrity with sleek, shiny, healthy hair, he says, whether she wears it down or up in a slick ponytail, straight and shiny is always the key. “Megan Fox looks great with shiny, highly-styled waves, and Uma Thurman is rocking a sleek, collarbone-grazing bob.”

Recreate the looks: For Christina’s smooth, sleek look, start with blown-out hair using shine-boosting products such as René Furterer Glossing Spray and a flat brush. Create a center part and flat iron the hair. “With this shiny, straight texture you can leave hair down or slick it into a high pony tail,” says Creighton. Megan is working long waves, but instead of a rough beachy texture, she’s opting for blown-out waves with more shine and style. First, blow out the hair with a medium round brush for volume, using René Furterer Volumea Volumizing Foam to add volume. Next, use a large curling iron to create soft waves. Uma’s bob shows off her blond highlights and gives her overall look more drama. This look is all about using your flat iron to create smooth, sleek strands. “Tucking one side behind the ear looks stunning, too!” notes Creighton, who adds that any winter-worthy look isn’t complete without glossy, healthy hair. “Recommend a color gloss to every client, and of course, use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner to help combat harsh winter weather.”

Artwalk, Art Bus... Super Cool Art!!!

We are super stoked to be showing for the artwork of Kenji Fullmer this round. He's been wanting to show in our space for a while and with perseverance and patience during our Art Walk hiatus, we are proud to present to you a taste of some of the awesome artwork the Kenji has created.


















Kenji Fullmer is a self proclaimed trained artist. For over the past 12 years he's been using acrylic interior and exterior plastisal paints and inks to project these inspirations. He describe it as "post modern retroactive".










Hop on the Art Bus or just stop on by!!

Don't forget!! Book a future appointment tonight during our Artwalk Showing and receive 20% off a service!!

It's Getting Cold!!

We know it goes without saying but it's getting colder therefor it's getting dryer. We have all been feeling the effects of the weather and we love coming up with remedies to take care of your hair and scalp needs.

All hair needs moisture, especially during the dryer, colder months. For some, adding Davines' Momo Fluid or Kevin Murphy's Body Guard to your daily routine is just enough to do the trick. For others, like those that flat iron or color on a regular basis, a more intense option may be just what the hair needs. A Well Being Space treatment can bring your hair back to life with a quick add on to your regular haircut or color service. This week, add on a Well Being Space treatment to you service and as a gift to you, we'll gladly throw it on the books for just 1/2 the cost!! Also, purchase any moisturizing product and receive 15% of your purchase!!

Call now!! 253-752-8144

The 10 Top Haircuts This Fall

Check this out!! Here are some GREAT Fall Haircut ideas!!

The 10 Top Haircuts This Fall: luckymag.com

Everyone Could Use a good Daymaking!!!

Lately at Embellish we have had the drastic change in seasons on our minds. It's getting colder, hair and skin are getting dryer, low lights and deeper colors are on the rise and we're just down right hunkering down for what some say is going to be a hellish Winter. Heather came across an article that just might keep us all from catching the "Winter Blues". This article, explains the importance of "Winterizing" ourselves and making sure we stay our bright shiny selves throughout the colder and darker months.

With all of that in mind, we'd like to extend an offer that will help keep you motivated to stay on track with your hair needs and give you the opportunity to get a leg up on all of the gift purchasing madness that is just around the corner. This week only, purchase a gift certificate for you or a loved one and as a gift to you we'll take 25% off the purchase price. This means that you can purchase a $100 gift certificate for you or a loved one for only $75. What a great deal!!!

Stop on by through this Saturday and pick up what essentially could be prepaid services for yourself OR a gift for someone who could use a good daymaking!!

Fish House.... YUM!!!

Every once in a while, your favorite Daymakers get a craving from some fried fish goodness. Though some of have dabbled in a bit of some good ol' Southern cooking, the craving usually comes about mid-day between clients and none of us are talented enough to fry fish and make days at the same time.... or are we?!?

When these cravings come along, we pool our money together and send a free Daymaker up to MLK to Fish House Cafe. The fish is fried just right and if you're interested in anything besides that we're sure the other dishes are good too.... To be honest we haven't really tried anything else because the fish is JUST THAT GOOD!! Also, we don't want to forget to mention that each and every time we've made our way up the hill for these tasty morsels of fish, they have always given us the best service. We love the Fish House Cafe!!!

Fish House Cafe
1814 Martin Luther King Junior Way
Tacoma, WA 98405-3938
(253) 383-7144

Tacoma Dancing With the Stars

This Saturday at the Landmark Convention Center, Trish will be dancing in the Dancing with the Tacoma stars Benefit for Tacoma Musical Playhouse. We've had the pleasure of seeing the culmination the outfits she's going to don as her partner Mario guides her along the dance floor. We're not only excited to see her move to the music but may be that much more excited to see the dress she's picked flow to the rhythm. Between her, her husband and Tacoma's own Mayor Strickland, this is bound to be a fantastic show!!

Time: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

 Cost: $35-$10000

Landmark Catering & Convention Center
47 Saint Helens Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402-2604
(253) 272-2042