Celebrity Style DIY Hair Camp Announced for November!

Blake Lively, Cara Delevingne, Kate Middleton, Kim Kardashian-West: The hottest celebrity hair styling tips and tricks will be revealed for holiday party season.

CHICAGO, IL – OCTOBER 28, 2016 – Just in time for holiday parties and family gatherings, Chicago women will look like they’ve just stepped onto the red carpet with hairstyles worn by models, Hollywood celebrities, and English royalty! This November, guests at Blowtique’s DIY Hair Camp will learn how to perfect the latest celebrity hairstyles from some of Chicago’s finest and most respected industry professionals.

Master Stylists and Master Colorists at Blowtique, Chicago’s original luxury blow-out salon, will bring their expertise to a limited number of guests at an exclusive DIY Hair Camp on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. The Hair Camp will teach women the secrets behind hairstyles seen on Blake Lively, Cara Delevingne, Kim Kardashian-West and The Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton.

“Ladies come into our salon daily requesting a certain celebrity look,” says Danielle Reilly, Creative Director of Blowtique. “We decided to build a DIY Hair Camp series around the celebrities that garner the utmost hair envy. In our Hair Camp, women will learn how to perfect the latest hair trends at home – all in time for the Holiday party season.”

Each Monday in November, DIY Hair Camp attendees will be taught how to perfect a different celebrity’s most requested hairstyles.

November 7 – Blake Lively

Perfect Beach Waves and BoHo-inspired up-dos.

 

November 14 – Cara Delevingne

“I woke up like this”  hair. A Master Makeup Artist will be featured, offering individual mini-tutorials on how to achieve Cara’s famous brows.

 

November 21 – Kate Middleton

signature Big Curly Blow-Out and Elegant Chignon, perfect for the Holiday party season.

November 28 – Kim Kardashian-West

eclectic and always on-trend hairstyles including Boxer Braids, Glam Bouffants, and attendant’s choice of Kim’s current looks. Our Master Makeup Artist will join us again for Kardashian-inspired tutorials.

 

Blowtique DIY Hair Camp:

Cost: $25 per person & BYOB

Discount: $20 for Full Access Rewards Members at The Shops at North Bridge!

Address: Blowtique, Level 3, The Shops at North Bridge (Nordstrom’s Building)

520 N Michigan Avenue, Chicago IL 60611.

To book visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diy-hair-camp-tickets-27782463095

 

 

About Blowtique :

Launched in 2012 as Chicago’s original blow-out hair salon, Blowtique has become synonymous with luxury and style. With a team of Master Stylists trained to exacting European standards, this first-of-its-kind salon has evolved into a full-service experience for men and women which offering customized haircuts, coloring, and makeup while perfecting an exclusive “brush only” blow-out technique that’s imitated by some and perfected by only one. Blowtique has luxury salons on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. For a full menu of services and to schedule your appointment, visit Blowtique.com.

Interview with Blowtique’s Stylist of the Month: Nikki Coen

Nikki Coen, Blowtique’s Master Stylist, is a shining example of young talent. She is not only one of our top stylists and colorists, but she is a personal favorite among our clients due to her genuinely kind and deeply caring nature.

We love her so much that we’ve turned her into our main spokesperson. Hopefully you saw her under the WCIU You & Me spotlight during today’s segment on Blowtique’s new DIY Hair Camp. She was her naturally sweet and charismatic self!

Why do you love your job?

I love making people happy and making them feel good about themselves. It’s like that saying: “A woman’s hair is her crown.” There’s no better feeling than to make other women feel empowered.

What is one way you like to make your client feel comfortable?

I like to start by trying to find out if they want to talk to me. If I feel like I can strike up a good conversation with them, I think that can make them feel comfortable and over time they will relax. I can help make them feel more at ease. I can let them know that everything is going to be good and fine. I know what I’m doing and I care that you get exactly what you want.

What’s your favorite Blowtique service? Why?

The Beach Wave because it looks really effortless. It’s really popular and hot right now. The look is very easy to do and everyone can rock it. Any kind of hair. Any kind of age. It looks good on everyone.

Unless someone wants it really neat, it can be messy and it lasts for days. You don’t have to brush your hair. It’s an effortless look that’s absolutely rockin’.

What is your favorite Blowtique product? Why?

I can’t pick just one!

1. The Royal Blowout – you put it in your hair when it’s wet and it’s great for split ends. It’s also a good heat protector – It will keep your hair safe no matter the style.
2. I love the Oribe Texturizing Spray – great for teasing hair and making the hair a bit rough. It’s perfect for Beach Waves because it gives a lot of volume. It also functions better than hairspray for up-styles because you can use at ends to tease it up.
3. Creme De La Creme – Its great for a good bouncy blow dry. It has a medium hold but it’s not too heavy on the hair. It gives a nice texture – light and bouncy.

What is your favorite Blowtique memory?

We had an amazing summer night out – we went to Howl of the Moon. It was the entire Blowtique staff from both locations together and there was just loads of singing, dancing, and laughing. Everyone was in a great mood and there was no tension. Everyone was happy and in their comfort zone.

 

What’s your TV binge of the moment?

The Voice – USA!

How do you feel about Miley Cyrus as the new judge?

I think she’s great – I think she’s going to be good. Definitely different. There’s no harm having a bit of difference!

What album do you currently have on repeat?

ANTI by Rihanna. I can’t get enough of it.

What would constitute as a perfect day for you?

I would surround myself with great people. Lately I’ve been really craving sushi, so we’d probably go to RA Sushi Bar before going out for fancy cocktails at a rooftop bar. I’d definitely want to go clubbing! Free drinks would be nice – and table service! Overall, I just want to surround myself with lots of luxuries!

For what in your life do you feel most grateful?

I am most grateful that I have my family with me – My brothers, sister, mum, and dad. I talk to them every single day. I moved to Chicago from Ireland about 10 months ago and I miss my family all the time, but I’m just happy that they’re well and good.

What are your favorite Chicago hotspots?

I love Wicker Park. There are some great bars around there and I love Big Star.

I also love this rooftop bar called Estate. They always have great DJs and music.

Whose hair do you envy?

Blake Lively. She’s beautiful. Her hair looks so full with an even color. She always looks stunning. She could wear her hair without having it done and it would still look so cool.

What’s your go to hair style?

If I just couldn’t be bothered, I always put my hair up in a simple bun on top of my head. It’s usually messy and textured, but I make sure it’s deconstructed rather than actual bedhead.

Take us through your daily beauty routine.

After I shower, I make sure to moisturize everywhere. For make up I typically wear foundation, concealer, and I contour a little bit. Some days, if I want to do it up, I’ll use some highlighter, mascara, and brown eyeliner to bring out the brown in my eyes.

DIY Halloween

As some of you may know, we were on FOX Chicago last week with stylist Mel Muoio, demonstrating easy, DIY costume ideas for Halloween. Mel put together costumes with clothing that could easily be found in your closet already – you don’t have to break the bank to look glam – and our creative director Rhona Kane styled the hair to match. With costumes like Wednesday Addams, Queen of Hearts and a Private Eye, it was not only a fun segment but also sparked a few ideas for us for tomorrow’s holiday! See below for photos in case you’re looking for inspiration, too! 

Wednesday Addams:  two tight side braids, black hair chalk at tips for emphasis

Queen of Hearts: voluminous curls, add crown for effect

Private Eye: boho waves, add hat, frame face

Be sure to tweet us photos of your costumes tomorrow for a chance to be featured on the blog!