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    Celebrity Editorial Hair Stylist Ronnie Stam Visited Us & Shared Some Amazing New Styles & Techniques @ Elysium

    by  • December 8, 2010 • Did You See This?, Events, Hair Tips

    Bio for Ronnie Stam
    Ronnie Stam grew up in a creative atmosphere – being one of eight children in a small town outsideAmsterdam, Netherlands. The son of a hairdresser, as a child Ronnie spent a good deal of time in hisfather’s well respected hair salon.
    Early on, Ronnie was introduced to a fellow Dutchman – hair legend Christiaan. Christiaan took Ronnieunder his wing and soon became Ronnie’s mentor. Ronnie was fortunate to work with him, being hisfirst assistant in Tokyo, Paris, Milan and New York for more than 10 years.
    During this period, Ronnie and partners opened an Amsterdam salon that became very successful inthe Netherlands. Ronnie soon became in-demand and started splitting his time between the salon andParis, where he worked as a freelance hairdresser.
    While in Paris, he worked with top fashion photographers such as Arthur Elgort, Patrick Demarchelier,Gilles Bensimon, Oliviero Toscani, Paolo Roversi, Peter Arnell and Pamela Hanson. Ronnie then decidedto move to Paris. He lived in France for five years.
    From Paris, he moved to New York, and his success continued as he worked with countless top modelsand celebrities, including Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington, Helena Christensen,Paulina Porizkova, Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Claudia Schiffer, Lauren Hutton, Elle Macpherson, TyraBanks, Steven Tyler, Carlos Santana, Rob Thomas, Matchbox Twenty, Duran Duran, Keith Richards, MickJagger, Joe Perry, Uma Thurman, Linda Evans and Lauren Bacall, to name a few.
    Ronnie’s work has graced top global fashion publications, TV commercials, advertising campaigns,calendars, music videos and many special projects. He has worked with notable film directors such asMichael Bay and David Fincher.
    Through the years, Ronnie formed a special friendship with Cindy Crawford, working with her on manyspecial projects including – MTV’s House of Style, book tours, exercise videos and calendars.
    One of the personal highlights in Ronnie’s career has been to work exclusively and tour with world-known rock bands The Rolling Stones and Aerosmith.
    Ronnie’s work has taken him around the world – North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe, andAustralia.
    He lives in NYC with his wife and daughter, Lola.
    Ronnie has continued success while demonstrating his passion – most recently by becoming aneducator for Oribe Hair Care. He is represented by the talent agency Kramer & Kramer.

    NEST Holiday Pop-Up Store Launch Event with Cynthia Rowley & Elysium Salon Friday, Dec 10 during the ‘King Street Shop Walk’

    by  • December 5, 2010 • Did You See This?, Events, Lifestyle, News, Products

    NEST TAKES MICROFINANCE TO A WHOLE NEW LEVEL

    Nest empowers women.  Nest preserves artistic traditions.  Nest offers exclusive and handcrafted merchandise.

    Washington, D.C. – NEST is a nonprofit organization founded by Rebecca Kousky when she was just 24 years old.  Nest is a unique combination of interest-free microfinance loans, mentoring from established designers and a place to buy exclusively designed and handcrafted merchandise from many of the world’s most sought-after artists and designers, as well as crafts produced by women around the globe.  The Nest website is www.buildanest.com.

    With a master’s degree in social work, an artistic sensibility and an entrepreneurial spirit, Rebecca founded Nest to draw together artists from across the globe.  Using an innovative method developed by Rebecca, one she has dubbed “microbarter,” Nest provides women, or cooperatives of women, with loans that allow them to purchase the supplies, training, bazaar space or raw materials needed to make their crafts.  Women then repay their loans in beautiful merchandise, available on the Nest website, www.buildanest.com, and at selected retail outlets.

    In addition to crafts from all over the world, Nest partners with domestic designers, who offer exclusively made and handcrafted items, also available on the website, with the proceeds going to support additional female artists in the developing world.  These designers also mentor loan recipients, giving them valuable business, marketing and design advice.

    Nest encourages women to develop businesses using the creative skills they already possess, many passed down through the generations.  And, through mentoring by Nest’s established designers, its financial and business curriculum, its access to a western marketplace and its wrap-around services, Nest fully supports women as they move from poverty to self-sufficiency.  Nest instills pride of ownership, preserves ancient artistic traditions and successfully moves women from poverty to self-sufficiency.

    In 2007, Rebecca won the Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation Competition of the Skandalarias Center of Entrepreneurial Studies at Washington University in St. Louis.  She was named one of the St. Louis Business Journal’s ‘30 under 30’, which recognizes the achievements of young entrepreneurs and executives.  Nest was invited to be the featured charity at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival and Rebecca was recognized as a ‘Young Person who Rocks’ by CNN, which included a televised feature.  In addition, Rebecca and Nest have been profiled in numerous publications, from magazines and newspapers, both regional and international, to local and national television and on many websites.  And Nest’s traditional crafts, in addition to being available on the website, are carried by major retailers, including Whole Foods.

    In three years of operation, Nest has assisted over 200 women in eight countries, including artists in India, Guatemala, Morocco, Tanzania and Turkey.  Every Nest designer and loan recipient is profiled on: www.buildanest.com.  Nest’s entire product line, including its own women’s t-shirts with the distinctive Nest logo, is sold to upscale boutiques in major cities, presented through trunk shows and trade shows, and is available via the Nest online marketplace.

    Nest has created a community of artists helping artists, and women helping women, the world over.VISIT WWW.BUILDANEST.COM

    The Pink 4 Friday limited edition lipstick is only available on Friday.

    by  • November 24, 2010 • Did You See This?, Events, News, Products, Specials

    MAC Cosmetics has a reputation for creating cutting edge, lust-worthy cosmetics. They’ve done it again with their newest collaboration with singer Nicki Minaj. In honor of her release, Pink Friday, they worked together to create a limited edition lipstick, Pink 4 Friday ($14.50, maccosmetics.com).

    Nicki says, “M•A•C’s Pink Nouveau was my favorite lipstick for years, but it’s all about Pink Friday!” The lipstick she personally designed is a bright, creamy, pink satin formula.

    This must-have accessory is only available on Fridays! Starting Friday, November 26, and the following Fridays: December 3, December 10, and December 17, 2010, you can pick up this limited edition lovely only online! Remember, this is a limited edition lipstick — once it’s sold out, it’s gone forever.

    Kate Middleton’s Royal Wedding Hairstyle: Vote for Your Favorite!

    by  • November 20, 2010 • Did You See This?, Events, HAIR BY CHARLOTTE, News

    Fashionistas around the globe rejoice!

    A royal wedding is on the horizon and we all know what that means — lots of talk about fairy-tale dresses, designer shoes, and of course, howKate Middleton should style her hair on the day she marries Prince William.

    Celebrity hairstylist Gilda Pastena of the Pierre Michel Salon in New York City suggests royal-wedding worthy dos for this soon-to-be princess, including a polished chignon; tousled updo; a half up, half down hairstyle; and braided bun.

    Read on for details on these four looks and vote for which hairdo you think Middleton should wear with her platinum and 18-carat blue-sapphire diamond engagement ring.

    Classic Chignon
    It’s tradition with a twist! This is a very chic style, almost a modern take on a chignon. We love it for any formal affair, royal wedding or not.

    To achieve this look, create volume by teasing the hair at the crown of your head, fashion a side part, and gather locks into a low ponytail. Wrap the hair around the ponytail to create a bun and secure with pins.

    We adore adding a flower or jeweled brooch, and it may be the perfect accent since there’s likely to be antique jewelry incorporated into Middleton’s wedding do.

    Tousled Updo
    This is a sophisticated yet sexy style — ideal for any young princess. The front sections are separated in the middle and sway to each side, creating a flattering definition in the updo.

    To achieve this look, add soft waves to your hair with a 1- or 1 ¼-inch curling iron, spraying each curl for hold. Flip your head upside down to create fullness. Take the back section of the hair and gather into a loose bun (leaving the front hanging down), and begin pinning the rest of the hair from the sides into the bun. Take pieces from each side and twist the hair back toward the bun and secure with pins. Leave the front loose for a flirty finish.

    Half Up, Half Down Locks
    This style gives the illusion of having your hair down, but it is pulled away from the face, allowing a neckline of royal jewels to shine. Many women feel sexier with their hair caressing their shoulders, so it’s a good compromise for an elegant updo.

    To achieve this look, add loose waves with a curling iron. Use your fingers to loosen the curls, then tease the top layers in horizontal sections to create volume. Smooth the crown for a polished look. Finally, secure the sides with pins or accessories.

    Braided Bun
    Braids have made a huge come back. But today’s version requires less shaping and less product to hold it in place, making for a softer, more romantic look.

    To recreate this style, start by taking a section of hair from the front of your head and braiding it from left to right. Secure the braid with an elastic band similar to the color of your hair. Next, tease the hair at the crown of your head and then brush lightly back and spray with hair spray. Lastly, take the braid and combine it into the rest of your hair, gathering everything into a low bun. Secure with bobby pins. If you would like a more pronounced plait, make it the last section of hair you wrap around before securing your bun.

    Which hairstyle do you think Middleton should don on her wedding day? Vote for your favorite below!

    For more wedding styles visit Wedding Hair by Charlotte.Com

    Viastlylelist.comVote Here

    Elysium Salon Is Honored To Have Maurice Tidy Join Our Team

    by  • November 11, 2010 • Did You See This?, Events, Hair Tips, Lifestyle, News, Specials

    photo by Jerry Wald

    Maurice Tidy Hairdesigner

    Maurice Tidy a native of London, began his career at the age of 13, as a apprentice barber. At age 15, he searched for innovation and someone who could challenge his talents to greater heights. He found this in a small hairdressing salon in London with only five employees called Vidal Sassoons.

    Within a year, at the age of 16, Maurice became Artistic Director of Sassoon and played a significant role in formulating the Vidal Sassoon technique of haircutting and finishing. He retained his position for twenty years and significantly aided the launching of  Vidal Sassoons  into the American, Japanese and Canadian markets. as well as creating worldwide recognition of Sassoon through his Technical Leadership, Educational seminars, Hairstyles and Professional shows.

    Maurice has owned salons on Madison and Park Avenues in New York. He has presented over 250 sponsored tours and solo shows in Japan to a average of twenty seven cities per tour.  He has been featured in professional shows in the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain,  Australia, Thailand, Canada and the United States. Maurice spearheaded Loreal’s American launch to all major American fashion editors at a New York City gala. In March 1993, Maurice returned to New York City as the featured guest stylist in the 50 year celebration of Vidal Sassoon.  He was the International Artistic Director for Mei Salons with full creative and educational responsibility for over 14,000 hairdressers in 1950 salons withing 110 diverse markets ranging from Saks Fifth Avenue, Niemann Marcus, Bloomingdales, Macys, Dillards, Sears.


    Designer  Client List

    Pierre Cardin, Bill Blass, Chanel, Valentino, Norma Kamali, Jerry Hall model

    Editorial And Production List

    Vogue, Harpers and Queen, Womans Wear Daily, Modern Bride, Glamour, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Womans Day, Seventeen, Elle, American Salon, Modern Salon, The New York  Times,Salon News

    THE BEATLES



    The Rolling stones

    Maurice has collaborated with some of the most famous celebrities in the world including the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Jimmy Page, Jimmy Hendrix, Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Tiegs, Twiggy, Jerry Hall, Jean Shrimpton, the Duke and Duchess of Bedford, Connie Chung, Naomi Campbell, Renee Russo, Patti Smith and Isabella Rosellini.

    VISIT MAURICE TIDY.COM HERE

    Bridal Portrait Hair Styled On Location by Charlotte Belk. Wedding Photography By Taylor Stewart

    by  • August 30, 2010 • Did You See This?, Events, HAIR BY CHARLOTTE, Happy Clients

    http://weddinghairbycharlotte.com/Hair Styled by Charlotte Belk  Get Styled On Location. Find Out More Here
    Wedding Photography By Taylor Stewart         www.taylorstewartphotography.com                                                    Get Styled On Location. Find Out More Here
    Wedding Photography By Taylor Stewart         www.taylorstewartphotography.com