Valentine Love

This past Saturday, I was thrilled to be part of Sara's day.  Sara and her bridal party filled the room with stories and tons of laughs.  Everyone, including grandma were adorned with some extra lashes!  Below is a photo of the beauties of the day.

Vote for emily j.

Greetings!
I hope this note finds you well. 
I am writing to ask your help in getting emily j. hair + makeup honored as Minnesota Bride magazine’s “Best of 2009.” 

I appreciate your support!

Here’s what you can do:

Go to www.mnbride.com  and click on the large “VOTE” icon on the front page. 

Please note that for your vote to count you must complete at least six of the categories. 

Here are a few of my favorites:

Custom Dress Maker - Joynoelle

Accessories - Che Bella, Penny Larsen 

Florist - Flora Bella

Invitations - Apiary Designs, Pulp Fashion

Bridesmaid Dresses - Flutter, Joynoelle

Attendant Gifts - Che Bella

Photographer - Photogen-inc, Adrienne Page, Shawna Noel, Patrick Clancy, Emily Steffen, Nicki Gordon

VOTING ENDS ON MARCH 1, 2009

Please forward this email to friends, family, and your wedding party attendants too.

Thank you in advance for your time!

Talk of the Salon...

A few photos of my youngest client ever!

Noah Joseph.... what a sweetheart.

Royal Winter Wedding...

This past Saturday, January 24th, I was honored to do Sally Kidd's makeup for her wedding day.  We had so much fun getting her and her bridesmaids ready at the hotel.  Mimosas for all and tons of childhood stories were told.  What an amazing group of women!  

Sally did however choose one of the coldest January days in 2009.  I am not sure it got above 2 degrees.  However, that did not stop them from enjoying our MN winter.  Sally and her now husband Sam were featured in the Pioneer Press on Sunday because they also took part in our famous St. Paul Winter Carnival.  They had there their very own photo session with the 2009 King and Queen in Rice Park.  What a fun memory to have!

Below is a photo from the article in the Pioneer Press and the link to the story:

www.twincities.com/stpaul/ci_11547377?nclick_check=1

Foiled Again Announces....

Their new Blog:   http://foiledagainsalon.blogspot.com/  

This is a great way to stay tuned with what is new in NE Minneapolis and at our shop. 

Foiled Again Salon is where I hold chair hours to cut and color hair.   I also do most of my wedding hair and makeup consultations at this location a well.   

Ask the Expert!

A quick note to share some exciting emily j. news. Minnesota Bride magazine approached me to serve as one of its new beauty experts. You can read my latest expert advice, “Creating a More Dramatic Eye on Your Wedding Day,” at www.mnbride.com. Click on “Ask the Expert” and scroll down to the Beauty section. Enjoy!

Che Bella + emily j.

On January 4th I was honored to help out Jennifer of Che Bella at the Mpls/St.Paul Magazine Bridal Party.  The event was at the Depot downtown Minneapolis which included an abundance of wedding vendors and a fashion show.  Many of Che Bella's beautiful custom hair pieces and jewelry were featured at the runway show.  

At the Che Bella booth, Jennifer and I were featuring her custom jewelry and hair pieces along with other bridal gifts and accessories.  Jennifer also featured two wedding gowns she will be carrying in the shop this year.  We met many brides-to-be and I was able to do a some quick updos on a few to show them the versatility of the hair pieces.  

To all the brides-to-be out there...  A traditional veil is always beautiful.  However, I would also suggest looking into some hair pieces to add to your look.  This is something you can wear with a veil or instead of one all together.  If doing a veil and a hair piece,  the jeweled hair piece can look stunning peaking through and then when you take the veil off after the ceremony you still have something special in your hair.  They also make beautiful heirlooms.  

Che Bella specializes in customizing any type of hair piece or jewelry.   Bring a photo of your dress in and together with Jennifer, you can create your ultimate look.  

Below are some photo from the show.  Enjoy!